Local News

Chestermere writer showcasing the importance of having connected neighbourhoods
By Staff Writer on September 28, 2020
Local writer, Dr. Preston Pouteaux, is excited for the release of his second book, “The Neighbours are Real and Other Beautiful Things.” “I’m passionate about...
Chestermere’s first two-day multicultural event a success
By Staff Writer on September 28, 2020
The Multicultural Youth Society of Chestermere hosted Chestermere’s first two-day Cultural Days event at Camp Chestermere to celebrate September being Alberta Culture Days month. From...
$2.1 million investment to post-secondary institutions to create job opportunities
By Staff Writer on September 28, 2020
The government of Alberta announced on Sept. 21, that $2.1 million will be invested in select post-secondary schools in Alberta. “This is helping our young...
Advancing equality in STEM fields
By Staff Writer on September 28, 2020
The government of Alberta is introducing the Women in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) Award Program to encourage women to achieve their career goals. Each...
Chestermere youth to appear in Provincial Court following bear spray incident
By Staff Writer on September 28, 2020
On Sept. 13, at approximately 5:41 p.m., Chestermere RCMP responded to an altercation between two groups in the Lakeview area. One group consisted of youths,...
Lake Ridge Rocket Derby bringing community together
By Staff Writer on September 21, 2020
The Lake Ridge Community Church first rocket derby brought families together for the afternoon spent launching rockets into the sky on Sept. 19. Due to...
Creating jobs through improving provincial parks
By Staff Writer on September 21, 2020
Premier Jason Kenney announced on Sept. 15 in Fish Creek Provincial Park, that the government of Alberta is investing $43 million to improve provincial park...
CRCA offering increased facility rental opportunities this fall
By Staff Writer on September 21, 2020
The Chestermere Regional Community Association (CRCA) is preparing for fall recreational opportunities while keeping users’ safety as a top priority throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “We...
Chestermere Public Library now open for in-person browsing
By Staff Writer on September 21, 2020
On Sept. 8, the Chestermere Public Library opened to the public, with new COVID-19 protocols. “There were people who had tears in their eyes. We...
Library News – Service updates
By Submitted Story on September 21, 2020
We are now open to the public. Our hours will be as follows until December 23, 2020. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 am –...