Christmas lights on display
Enjoy these photos of Christmas and holiday displays from around the area.
Ralph Jorgenson celebrates his 90th Birthday!
Enjoy these photos from the celebration of Ralph Jorgenson’s 90th birthday.
Unique celebration honours Ralph Jorgenson
Amidst all the Covid restrictions, challenges and tragedies, there is always something great to celebrate.
Prairie View: Where was the leadership
We are in a period of time when strong political leadership is a necessity. What we see now is weak leadership at both the Federal and Provincial level.
Alberta RCMP urge rural residents to use online crime reporting
RCMP launched the online crime reporting platform in May 2020. Since then (May 31 – Nov. 30, 2020) there have been over 780 reports submitted through online crime reporting.
Major resident enjoys unique contact sport
There’s a new and unique contact sport that is becoming popular in Canada, especially on the prairies. Tyson Kemery, a resident of Major, Sask., is an enthusiastic participant in the sport.
Youngstown Comminiqué: Sympathies to family and friends
I would like to send my sympathies out to the family and friends of former Youngstown resident, Stuart Murney of Hanna who died on December 23rd in the Hanna Hospital.
A Year in Review
2020 was a year where we witnessed a pandemic grip our world that has had serious health implications, led to millions of lost jobs, and held our nation hostage for close to a year.
He shoots. He scores
Aaron, who is from Medicine Hat, was killing some time at Cereal’s new outdoor skating rink last week while waiting for his girlfriend to get off work.
Letter to the Editor: A New Year’s tax reduction helps strengthen seniors’ financial security
Canadians are ringing-in the New Year with another tax reduction from the federal government—they can now earn more before paying any federal income tax.
Check it Out: Why Canadians need a voice
A wife said to her husband, “I think you need a hearing test.” He replied, “Why do I need a hairy chest?”
Heather Norris recognized by the Alberta Amateur Baseball Council
Alberta Amateur Baseball Council is recognizing individuals that have contributed significantly to Alberta baseball, at the grassroots level.
Special Areas Board report
With the new year upon us, the Special Areas Board is getting key pieces moving for the year ahead. The Advisory Council has reviewed the 2021 budget and the Board has recommended it for approval.
Bruce Penton: The year’s best quips, quotes and chuckles
Blogger Eric Stangel, after the Yankees signed pitcher Gerrit Cole for $324 million over nine seasons: “The Yankees also announced that beer at the stadium will now cost $734.”
Check It Out: Where’s the good news in 2020?
Did you hear that production was down at Santa’s workshop? Many of his workers have had to Elf isolate!
Murray Mandryk: Yes, it will be a very different Christmas
Merry Christmas to all of you who will be celebrating a very different Christmas this weekend.
Just a Gal from Glidden: Remembering a not so well known Christmas classic
When you ask people what their favourite Christmas movie or special is, you are sure to get several responses of “It’s A Wonderful Life”, “Miracle on 34th Street”, “Christmas Vacation,” or “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”
Bruce Penton: A year in sports to forget
The best thing about 2020 is that it’s almost over.
Can 2021 or ’22 possibly be worse? Not a chance. Or so the world hopes.
Check It Out: Appreciating Canada this Christmas
What did one Canadian snowman say to the other Canadian snowman? “That was some blizzard last night! I bet I gained fifty pounds!”
Just a Gal from Glidden: Taking another leap of faith
It was mid-August of this year. I only had a few editions of Your West Central Voice under my belt. Things were going pretty well. Subscriptions were climbing, and advertising was starting to trickle in.