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Chestermere RCMP seeking more members to meet population demands
By 2024, the RCMP detachment would like to have 23 regular members. By Emily Rogers Chestermere RCMP is asking the city to expand the detachment’s officers as the community continues to...
See More April 20, 2022 - 11:39 AM - 115

RCMP investigate liquor store break and enter
RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the two suspects involved. By Emily Rogers Chestermere RCMP is investigating a break and enter that occurred Tuesday morning. On...
See More April 19, 2022 - 04:30 PM - 144

Easter Bunny hops into Chestermere
Camp Chestermere, RCMP, volunteers, and the Easter Bunny visited over 80 homes. By Emily Rogers Camp Chestermere is continuing to be a gift to the community, with the annual Easter Egg My...
See More April 19, 2022 - 02:32 PM - 96

Rocky View Schools names two online schools
Naming the schools was important in building each school’s identity. By Emily Rogers Rocky View Schools (RVS) Board of Trustees approved the permanent names of two online schools on April...
See More April 19, 2022 - 09:41 AM - 103

Updated Rainbow Road traffic counts presented to councillors
The March traffic data was similar to data from February. By Emily Rogers Rainbow Road traffic counts are holding steady from the February count. The manager of roads and fleet of community...
See More April 16, 2022 - 03:19 PM - 93

Police Briefs: March 26 - April 14
Break and Enter - 0 Theft of Motor Vehicle – 0 Possession of Stolen Property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 – 0 Possession of Stolen Property obtained by Crime Under $5000.00 –...
See More April 16, 2022 - 12:49 PM - 376

Council working to speed up decision-making process
Committee of the Whole meetings could be replaced with an additional Regular Council Meeting. By Emily Rogers Chestermere City Council is considering removing Committee of the Whole meetings from...
See More April 15, 2022 - 11:45 AM - 150

Three subjects from draft curriculum to be used in classrooms this fall
The curriculum was updated based on feedback from classroom piloting and engagement. By Emily Rogers Three subjects from the new K-6 curriculum will be implemented in classrooms this September. In...
See More April 14, 2022 - 02:15 PM - 138

Hockey marathon raises over $875,000 for children’s hospital
Donations are still open. By Emily Rogers The Hockey Marathon for the Kids raised more than $875,000 for the Alberta’s Children’s Hospital’s research in pediatric...
See More April 13, 2022 - 05:23 PM - 131

RCMP providing ways Albertans can protect their property from crime
Lighting, cameras, and yard maintenance can deter crimes of opportunity. By Emily Rogers The Alberta RCMP is urging homeowners to consider Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design...
See More April 12, 2022 - 04:33 PM - 132

New Chaplain and RCMP partnership to support community
The Chaplain will provide a variety of services to Chestermere RCMP and residents. By Emily Rogers The Chestermere RCMP and Lake Ridge Community Church Pastor Preston Pouteaux are working...
See More April 11, 2022 - 04:29 PM - 173

Province expanding eligibility of fourth dose of COVID vaccine
The province is expanding access to the fourth COVID jab. By Emily Rogers The provincial government is expanding access to fourth doses of the COVID vaccine starting Tuesday. Albertans over 70,...
See More April 10, 2022 - 04:25 PM - 155

Hockey marathon receives an overwhelming amount of support from community
As of Saturday, more than $600,000 was raised. By Emily Rogers The Hockey Marathon for the Kids players completed 261 hours of hockey in support of the Alberta Children’s Hospital...
See More April 09, 2022 - 05:23 PM - 171

Food Bank van targeted in vandalism
The van is currently in the dealership being repaired. By Emily Rogers The Chestermere Food Bank is unable to use their van after someone tried to steal the catalytic converter. After three years...
See More April 08, 2022 - 03:56 PM - 130

Grandparent scam circulating throughout province
More than $100,000 was lost last month due to the scam. By Emily Rogers The Alberta RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime Branch are warning the public of a grandparent or grandchild scam...
See More April 08, 2022 - 02:50 PM - 88
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