Fort Macleod residents and other Canadians go to the polls Sept. 20 to elect a new government. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday asked the governor general to dissolve parliament and set the election for next month. “I think this is really a question of the prime minister’s ego,” Conservative MP for Foothills John Barlow…Continue Reading

A colourful mural that provides the backdrop to Fort Macleod’s new outdoor pool is the creation of two artists whose work is displayed around the world. Lacey Jane and Layla Folkmann were tasked with creating the mural last month prior to the pool’s grand opening on July 28.  “The mural design was intended to capture…Continue Reading

Hundreds people turned out Wednesday for one of the biggest events of the summer: the grand opening of the new outdoor pool. Adults and children packed the spacious new pool area for a free public swim, as well as hamburgers and smokies provided by Fortis Alberta. “It gives me great pleasure to welcome each and…Continue Reading

Market on Main returns this week following a one-year absence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The first market of the season is Thursday, Aug. 5 from 5:30-8 p.m. on Main Street between Second and Third avenues. “Since we started in 2017, we have grown each year that we have held the market,” organizers Korine Kreft,…Continue Reading

A graveside service is planned for a Granum man who served in the Boer War. Robert John Emmit was buried in an unmarked grave in the Granum Cemetery until the Granum and District Historical Society researched his past and found he served in the Boer War as a Canadian soldier. “His grave was located and…Continue Reading

In 1979 a prehistoric human skull was found in the waters of the Oldman River west of the Monarch bridge at Highway 3A. Last month, the skull was laid to rest with a traditional ceremony conducted by First Nations elders. The skull was found on July 22, 1979 by a Monarch resident, who was swimming…Continue Reading

With summer upon us and COVID-19 restrictions finally lifting, many Canadians are eager to get out and explore their local communities. The On This Spot historic walking tour app, launching new content in Fort Macleod this month, provides the perfect opportunity for families and individuals to get outside and explore in a safe, responsible way.…Continue Reading

Nick Housenga was recognized for the leadership he provided while a student at F.P. Walshe school. F.P. Walshe school nominated Nick for the prestigious Dr. Lloyd Cavers Student Leadership Scholarship. “Nick is an extremely diligent student,” F.P. Walshe school assistant principal Mary Krizan wrote in the nomination. “In spite of his many extracurricular commitments, he…Continue Reading

The Fort Macleod Cultural Heritage Tourism Alliance announced that the Buffalo Junction sign is back up and better than ever. On June 8 the revitalized sign reclaimed its iconic spot just outside of Fort Macleod, thanks to the contribution of McNally Contractors. The Buffalo Junction sign has been an important landmark for Fort Macleod for…Continue Reading