Peddling across Canada for a cause
Matt Dickson started his journey in Vancouver and is peddling across Canada on his bicycle.
Pig roast back by popular demand
Due to popular demand, the pig roast at Alsask has become an annual event. Members of the Alsask Drop Inn Centre were so pleased with the success of last year’s event…
Rosebud Theatre presents the beloved family musical, The Sound of Music
As we celebrate 50 years of Art in the Valley, Rosebud Theatre is excited to announce its summer production, The Sound of Music.
Alsask’s life-size fooseball = life-sized fun
Alsask’s life-sized foosball competition returned to the community on Saturday, June 10th, at the Alsask Recreation Centre.
RCMP recognized for 150 years of service
The month of May marked the RCMP’s 150th anniversary. The Canadian government officially formed the North West Mounted Police (NWMP) on May 23, 1873 for the purpose of policing the massive territory…
Local couple travel throughout Vietnam
Our journey began in the southern part of Vietnam, at Saigon. The city has a population of 10 million, and you take a slow walk of faith to cross the street as the traffic flows around you.
Who are the people in your neighbourhood of Empress?
If you want to know who the people are in your neighbourhood, visiting the Empress Community Garage Sale on Saturday, May 13th was a great introduction.
Winquist wins 2022 Photographer of the Year
On Friday, May 12th, the winners of the 2023 Better Newspapers Competition were announced. Publisher Kate Winquist received the highest honour in the photography category, capturing Photographer of the Year.
Oyen’s Lois Bedwell is a dedicated volunteer
“Recreational facilities and clubs all operate with volunteers. If people want recreation, it’s important to volunteer.” Those words were spoken by Lois Bedwell of Oyen…
Bill Powell is an artisan at heart
If you’re headed north on Highway 884 to Veteran, you’ll spot a headless horseman at one of the intersections. The life-sized figure is the workmanship of artisan Bill Powell…
Brett Kissel rocking it big in Kindersley
Brett Kissel is set to enjoy everything Kindersley has to offer, and he sees small-town shows as a wholly different experience.
Gord Bamford headed to Kerrobert on April 22
Bamford’s Aprill 22, 2023 show is part of the Canadian Dirt Tour, in support of the release of his Fire It Up album. His origin is in Australia, but he grew up in Lacombe, Alberta.
Kissel is coming to K-Town!
Country recording artist, Brett Kissel will be performing at the West Central Events Centre in Kindersley on April 28.
Westcliffe drama students delight audience
Family, friends and staff thoroughly enjoyed watching students from Westcliffe Composite School perform a play in the school gym Thursday evening, March 30th.
50 years of volunteering for Manfred Schroeder!
Someone once said, “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart”. Those words ring true for Manfred Schroeder from Oyen…
Oyen Lodge Report Feb 15
Hello everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying their February with a fabulous Valentine’s Day!
New Brigden couple met in Israel
Sometimes you have to travel long distances to meet that special someone. Connie and Jim Ness from New Brigden, Alberta, will celebrate their fourth anniversary this March.
Celebrate your heritage with Family Literacy Day on January 27
On January 27, 2023, families, libraries and literacy groups across the country will once again celebrate Family Literacy Day…
History of Oyen’s hospital
The history of Oyen’s hospitals is captured in Oyen’s history book “Many Trails Crossed Here.” Dr. H.C. Swartzlander came to homestead in Oyen in 1913.
What does a prairie entrepreneur look like?
Entrepreneurs on the prairies are accustomed to being versatile, accommodating their lifestyles and working to fit in with all types of conditions.