Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod

Publisher and Editor at Fort Macleod Gazette

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Articles

Barlow returns as shadow agriculture minister

2 days ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Foothills MP John Barlow retained his position as shadow minister for agriculture and agri-food. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre last month announced his shadow cabinet. “Agriculture is an integral part of our southern Alberta heritage and I have embraced this opportunity to represent Foothills farmers, ranchers and agri-businesses as well as work with our agriculture stakeholders here and across Canada,” Barlow said in a news release.
Granum Public Library becoming heart of the community

2 days ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Granum Public Library has started a new chapter in its story of service to the community. Extensive renovations and new approaches to programming have pumped new life into the library in the community of about 500 people. “We want it to be the heart of the town,” library manager Tami Nickerson said. “It’s the heart of the community.
Fort Macleod offers many ways to celebrate Seniors’ Week

2 days ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod is celebrating its elders in style this month. Fort Macleod Healthy Aging, Pioneer Lodge and Fort Macleod Library have activities planned for Seniors’ Week and beyond. Pie and coffee or tea will be served to citizens aged 55 years and over from 10-11 a.m. Friday, June 6. Health Aging Alberta is hosting a social gathering in the courtyard at the G.R. Davis Administration Building.
Back yard beekeeping is a rewarding hobby

2 days ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Tyson Knauf’s lifelong interest in insects led him to a decision to raise bees. That decision to buy two beehives has led to a honey sales business he operates as a side hustle with his wife. “I jumped in with both feet about five years ago,” Knauf said. “It’s been a lot of fun.”Knauf was guest speaker May 20 at the Fort Macleod Library as part of its World Bee Day celebration.
Volleyball tournament raised $25,000 for STARS

1 week ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod Volleyball Club topped its previous record Wednesday with a $25,000 donation to STARS air ambulance. Club members presented the donation of money raised in April during the annual 60-team volleyball tournament to STARS community engagement officer Vanessa Mickel. “All of our community fund-raising events go towards operations,” Mickel said.
Janet Tilbe recognized for 65 years with Royal Purple

1 week ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod’s Janet Tilbe was recognized for 65 years of service through the Royal Purple. Fort Macleod council recognized the longtime Royal Purple member and community volunteer during the May 12 meeting. “It’s been a strong organization to belong to,” Janet Tilbe said. “I didn’t ever think that I would reach 65 years though.
Fort Macleod Royals sweep Knights in doubleheader

2 weeks ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

The Fort Macleod Royals played the first home games Saturday in their 40th anniversary season. The Royals beat Medicine Hat Knights 11-6 and 6-5 to sweep the American Legion baseball doubleheader at Westwinds Stadium.
Red Deer Rebels draft Fort Macleod’s Nielson

2 weeks ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod’s Chase Nielson was chosen by the Red Deer Rebels in the Western Hockey League Prospects Draft. The Rebels picked the 15-year-old goaltender in the third round of the draft, the 53rd overall choice. “It was an amazing feeling knowing that I had made it,” Chase said.
F.P. Walshe alumni honour former coach Craig Patton

2 weeks ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

An emotional Craig Patton shared some insight May 10 into what drove him as a coach at F.P. Walshe school. “It was a labour of love, that’s for sure,” Patton said moments after becoming the first person inducted into the alumni association’s new Forever A Flyer program. “Every layer that I coached has a very special place in my heart.”Close to 100 people turned out in the school gym to honour the longtime educator and coach, who will retire next month.
STARS tournament sets fund-raising record

1 month ago | fortmacleodgazette.com | Frank McTighe

Fort Macleod’s charity volleyball tournament set a fund-raising record last month. The STARS coed tournament raised a record $28,000 for the air ambulance. “It was a great tournament,” said Mike Bourassa, tournament founder and president of the Fort Macleod Volleyball Club. Bourassa said Thursday STARS will receive a $25,000 donation on Wednesday, May 21, enough to fund four missions by the air ambulance.