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Utility rate decrease coming to Chestermere
The rate adjustments will be applied as of Jan. 1. By Emily Rogers City councillors dropped utility rates for municipal water, wastewater, and curbside collection by two per cent during the Jan. 18...
See More February 01, 2022 - 11:13 AM - 91

Calgary vocalist collaborates with producer, and pianist for new project
“Drive” is part of a project only featuring Calgary-based vocalists. By Emily Rogers Calgary R&B artist has partnered with a local producer and pianist to release a new...
See More February 01, 2022 - 09:52 AM - 85

NR Three annual grant funding streams available to support and engage the community
Three annual grant funding streams available to support and engage the community The City offers grant opportunities throughout the year for social service agencies, community support organizations...
See More February 01, 2022 - 09:23 AM - 392

RCMP to begin new safety initiative
Operation Cold Start is expected to decrease crimes of opportunity in the community. By Emily Rogers The Chestermere RCMP are joining Calgary Police in Operation Cold Start for the first...
See More January 28, 2022 - 03:28 PM - 92

Vehicle collision occurs on newly opened Chestermere road
Barriers were installed because of safety concerns. By Emily Rogers Some city councillors during the Dec. 21 council meeting were concerned about prematurely opening Rainbow Road without the proper...
See More January 27, 2022 - 06:39 PM - 709

Chestermere hosts monumental hockey game
The stands were packed, and the morale of the night was high. By Emily Rogers Chestermere hosted the U15AAA Okotoks Oilers and Calgary Northstar’s on Jan. 8. Three local athletes Noa Halat,...
See More January 26, 2022 - 07:00 PM - 102

Councillors to be given full access to city financial information
Stephen Hanley raised concerns for lack of financial information given to council. By Emily Rogers Chestermere Councillor Stephen Hanley directed administration to begin providing council members...
See More January 26, 2022 - 03:19 PM - 199

Changes to land use bylaw could give developers incentive to build in Chestermere
Amendments to the bylaw are expected to speed up the development approval process. By Emily Rogers Chestermere City Council is moving forward with the anticipated entertainment district by giving...
See More January 25, 2022 - 05:34 PM - 171

RVS parents concerned for students’ well-being over masking mandates
Some RVS parents support the removal of masks for all grades. By Emily Rogers Rocky View Schools (RVS) parents expressed their concerns on masking during the Jan. 20 school board...
See More January 24, 2022 - 07:42 PM - 94

School board continues to navigate through pandemic
Rocky View Schools expected challenges in operations due to Omicron variant. By Emily Rogers Rocky Views Schools (RVS) is continuing to update the return to school operational plan under...
See More January 24, 2022 - 05:41 PM - 85
Hockey development day encourages girls to get involved in sport
Chestermere Minor Hockey is gauging the level of interest for a female hockey hub. By Emily Rogers The city and Chestermere Minor Hockey is encouraging female hockey within the community with the...
See More January 22, 2022 - 12:26 PM - 94

Chestermere RCMP Briefs: Dec. 17 to Dec. 21
STATS: Break and Enter - 1 Theft of Motor Vehicle – 6 Possession of Stolen Property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 – 2 Possession of Stolen Property obtained by Crime Under...
See More January 21, 2022 - 07:07 PM - 84

Curriculum implementation group appointed
The Alberta Teachers’ Association is raising concerns over the new group. By Emily Rogers Advice from elected officials, teachers, and curriculum experts will be used in the implementation of...
See More January 21, 2022 - 06:43 PM - 88

Council Approves 2022 Operating and Capital Budget
January 20, 2022 – Rocky View County Council has approved a 4% increase for the 2022 Operating and Capital Base Budget, following years of low or no increases.The Rocky View County operating...
See More January 20, 2022 - 09:39 AM - 93

Alberta clean technology industry receives federal investment
Over $3 million was allocated to grow the provinces clean technology sector. By Emily Rogers The federal government is investing in Alberta’s clean technology industry. Energy Transition Hub...
See More January 19, 2022 - 06:40 PM - 87
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