The Lodge is decorated for the Easter holiday, with lots of bunnies and coloured eggs all around. Easter weekend is just around the corner, so I hope everyone has a great long weekend.

Fred Beynon, chairman of the Scholarship Committee for the Oyen Lions Club, was delighted to present post-secondary scholarships to two highly deserving students this year.

The Canadian Sport School Hockey League has appointed veteran hockey executive and coach Melody Davidson as its new commissioner, effective May 2026.

Alberta’s government is expanding its Educational Assistant Internship Program this spring to increase access to trained support staff in classrooms and help school divisions…

Oyen has appointed Sacha Martens as its new chief administrative officer, the town announced in a media release.

Nearly 250 people turned out for the fourth annual Oyen RME Day on March 25, despite blustery weather. “It’s wonderful to see the community spirit every year from young and old!”

When the whole family gathers to celebrate Easter, it’s the perfect moment to capture those smiling faces. With a few simple tips, you can keep your photo session fun and quick. Follow this guide.

From March 21 to 22, the Big Country Agricultural Society hosted WPRA/CPRA Gold Card professional barrel racer and four-time Calgary Stampede qualifier Marci Powell…

Alberta’s Dayhome Support Network is raising concerns about upcoming changes to the province’s professional development funding program, saying new eligibility rules…

These delicious mini quiches are easy to prepare and will most definitely steal the show on your Easter brunch table.

As many of you know, I recently visited our neighbours to the south to fight for Canadian workers and businesses as part of my plan to make Canada stronger at home…

The Alberta government has created a new council aimed at accelerating major investment projects and strengthening coordination across ministries and agencies.

Looking for a delicious new idea for brunch or supper this Easter? This delicious croissant sandwich—with its elegant side—is as decadent as it is filling.

Alberta is launching a new skills centre in Calgary aimed at giving junior high and high school students hands-on exposure to careers in the skilled trades before they graduate.

Albertans are being urged to stay alert as phone and mass marketing scams continue to evolve, according to the Alberta RCMP.

Do your parents live in a private seniors’ residence or residential care facility? Are you planning to visit them there this Easter?

Employers across Alberta are being urged to rethink how they hire, as new workforce analysis suggests hiring accuracy delivers significantly better results than hiring quickly.

Do you usually have guests over for Easter brunch? This year, treat them to a truly sumptuous experience where every detail evokes pure luxury. Here are a few ideas to inspire you.

An independent report says Alberta drivers with basic auto insurance coverage could save up to $366 per vehicle each year under the province’s planned care-first insurance system.

Alberta is committing $9 million over three years to help modernize aging infrastructure at local seed co-operatives, as part of Budget 2026.

Alberta is set to invest nearly a quarter-billion dollars in employment and training supports under Budget 2026, a move the province says will help more residents find and keep meaningful work.

This decadent chocolate dessert is sure to delight both young and old alike at your Easter gathering.

The Alberta RCMP says 21 newly graduated police officers will soon be deployed to communities across the province as the force works to improve staffing levels and frontline visibility.

Say hello to younger versions of the team that puts together your local newspaper.

There are some things you don’t realize you’ve missed until they come back. Last week, Bev Klaassen stopped into my office, and she was genuinely excited.

There’s only one way the Toronto Blue Jays can improve on their 2025 Major League Baseball season and fans don’t have to go to Google or Dan Shulman to find out the simple answer…

Good morning, world. It’s been awhile since we talked. I believe my last Pop89 column was a continuation of my preparation for Lent.

Enjoy this week’s editorial cartoon.

Enjoy this week’s comic strips and have a laugh!

Have you heard of the “Type A” personality?  I know it well. Maybe you can relate. We get things done, we deliver, but not just that, we have a way of doing it.