The family of Garry MacKinnon announce with heavy hearts his passing on February 14, 2025, in Calgary Alberta at the age of 81 years.He loved his friends and family, and leaves behind three generations of nieces and nephews, loving all of them with his entire being. He will also be lovingly missed by his long-time friends Steve and Laurel Nelson.A … Read more…
1949 – 2025It is with sadness in our hearts, but joy that he is finally out of pain and with the Lord that we share, Marvin Vandervalk passed away after losing his battle with esophageal cancer on February 21, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a strong man who gave everything he had to living a life to be proud … Read more…
Elizabeth Ohler and family wish to share that we are so grateful for the 94 wonderful years given to Gentry “Neil” Ohler. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 16, 2025.His life began on June 24, 1930, on the family farm east of Stavely, AB. He was the third son of Cora and Gentry Ohler. Neil began … Read more…
By Rob Vogt It was an evening to share information on heart health for women.Approximately 100 women turned out for the second annual Women and Heart Disease Information Night on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at the Claresholm Social Centre.Organizer Mary Holgate opened the evening by welcoming everyone and sharing her own personal story.She discussed having a heart attack and how its … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Ataxia-telangiectasia, or A-T, is a rare progressive, genetic disease that affects the nervous system, immune system, and other body systems.There are only 500 documented cases in North America, and three children in Alberta.Children with A-T are in wheelchairs by age10, and rarely survive into their 20s.Local teen Alex Olive was diagnosed with A-T in 2011.His mother Crystal … Read more…
By Rob Vogt It is something many people battle but have a tough time dealing with – clutter.On Wednesday, Feb. 19, approximately 14 people gathered at the Claresholm town office to hear Barb Cavers talk about de-cluttering your home and your life.The lunch and learn was put on by Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.She explained clutter is … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Town council is interested in reducing its power cost at the Claresholm Arena and is inviting quotes through a competitive bid process for the installation of a solar plant.The Town of Claresholm council voted unanimously at its Feb. 10 meeting to move ahead with the project that could save ratepayers a possible $3.5 … Read more…