Alberta doubles addiction treatment spaces commitment
Alberta’s government has funded more than 8,000 addiction treatment spaces annually, doubling the original commitment made in 2019…
Pop 89: Nature calls
For the last ten days, my sister and I have been tending to our father, who suffered a severe attack of sepsis and requires 24/7 care.
Check It Out: Distract, Avoid and Censor
The cartoon shows Garfield holding open a door and saying “My door is always open, so feel free to leave.”
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Empress Friendship Centre receives grant
The Empress Friendship Centre recently received a grant from the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) and the Prairie Crocus Fund, in the amount of $12,000.00.
Oyen & District Health Care Foundation purchases new SuzyQ Cart
Thanks to generous donations, the Oyen & District Health Care Foundation was able to purchase a new SuzyQ Cart, which replaces the previous cart, which had been purchased in 2008.
Crazy Sock Day!
It was Crazy Sock Day at New Brigden School last week. Students were able to have a little fun and show some great school spirit.
Oyen Food Bank prepares to pack hampers
The festive season is always made just a little bit brighter for many families in the area who are the recipients of a Christmas hamper.
Pop 89: Momento Mori
As usual, my sister thought of everything: new underwear, disinfectant, chocolates for the nurses.
Penton: Ducks, ‘Canes early surprises in NHL
The National Hockey League may be getting lost in the shuffle of Canada’s men’s national soccer team (more on that squad in January as they continue their run toward the 2022 World Cup)…
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Making child care more affordable for families
Alberta’s government is reducing fees for parents with kids aged zero to kindergarten in licensed daycares, preschools and family day homes.
Check It Out: Suggestions for news consumption
The cartoon has one turkey saying to another, “Dude, I have a lot of people following me online and they’re all inviting me to dinner!”
QR code vaccine record updated for travel
Albertans planning to travel can download an updated vaccine record with a QR code to use within and outside Canada on Nov. 24.
Christ the Redeemer Schools Early Reading Intervention Program
Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools will increase the time trained specialists have to support students developing literacy or numeracy skills…
Former Oyen resident becomes Medicine Hat’s Mayor
Linnsie Clark is the new Mayor of Medicine Hat. Not only is the 41-year-old the youngest person to hold the position in 50 years, but she’s also the first lawyer to hold the post since the First World War.
Horner sworn in as Minister of Ag
Nate Horner was sworn in as Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development on November 5th, 2021.
Pop 89: Dear and Beloved
When will it end? And who can I blame it on? Those are the first thoughts that come to mind when disaster hits.
Penton: Gushue, Einarson favourites at curling trials
Other than hockey, no sport in Canada receives as much television coverage as curling, which is why millions of eyeballs will be viewing the action from Saskatoon in late November…
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