Author: Staff Writer
Sergeant discusses break and enters, COVID-19
Hello everyone, we are going to try a different approach to the way we provide information to the Local Press. I first want to thank the Claresholm Local Press for letting me ramble on their pages. For the last week, we have had 34 calls to service. Of these, there have been nine break and enters or thefts from vehicles … Read more…
M.D. expresses concerns over process surrounding feedlot approval
The Municipal District of Willow Creek will write a letter to the Natural Resources Conservation Board expressing its concerns that the board’s approvals do not take into consideration matters beyond its scope such as roads and bridges. At its June 10 meeting, the M.D.’s Municipal Planning Commission discussed an application to the Natural Resources Conservation Board by the Granum Hutterian … Read more…
RCMP investigate theft
The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in solving a recent theft in Stavely. On Wednesday, June 3, there was a report of theft of rubber mats that occurred overnight at the Stavely Elementary School playground which was in the final stages of construction. Anyone with information on this crime, or any other, is encouraged to contact Claresholm RCMP at 403-625-4445 … Read more…
Two COVID-19 cases confirmed at Claresholm hospital
Alberta Health Services has confirmed two COVID-19 cases among staff at the Claresholm General Hospital, but assures the public all precautions are being taken and the hospital is a safe place to receive care. “The safety of all patients and health-care workers is our top priority,” said James Wood, director, issues management and media relations for Alberta Health Services, in … Read more…
Province moves to Stage 2 of relaunch strategy
Alberta can move to stage two of its re-launch strategy as strong testing data shows active COVID-19 cases in Alberta are lower than expected, meaning stage two can safely begin on June 12, a week sooner than expected. The province announced on June 9 that current data from June 8 show 355 active cases and 44 people in hospital across … Read more…