Penton: Fresh looks for top curling rinks
Curling’s game of musical chairs has begun. Now that Brad Jacobs and his rink have won the men’s world curling championship and Kerri Einarson came up one game short at the women’s worlds…
Growing Through Grief: Finding more peace, joy and love
What if I told you that you can have what you want. Would you know what that is? I know sometimes it is hard after a loss but it is a pivotal question because getting curious…
Check It Out: Small actions make a big difference
Have you ever had circumstances, a random podcast, a book you’re reading or a sign on a billboard all relay the same message? That’s what happened this past week…
Spring will come and so will happiness
Hello everyone. Well, it looks like Mother Nature wants to keep us on our toes with all this weather, but this is Alberta and it can change in a minute.
South Central High School Greece trip approved by Prairie Rose trustees
OYEN — Trustees with Prairie Rose Public Schools have given approval in principle for an international field trip that will see students from South Central High School travel to Greece in 2027.
Training to save lives
Members of the Acadia Valley Fire Department took part in a weekend medical training session, practising CPR and emergency response techniques using a mannequin…
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: Curbside service option
The library is currently open as usual, but we have added a curbside service option as well. If you prefer to pick up materials this way, please call ahead or email…
Alberta privacy watchdog issues guidance ahead of new compliance deadline
Public bodies in Alberta are being given a clearer path to meet new privacy requirements set to take full effect next year.
SIMULATING THE FUTURE
A student tests a track hoe simulator during Youngstown Trades Day on April 13, where more than 70 high school students explored hands-on careers in equipment operation…
Acadia Municipal Library: The Bad Guys
Join us on April 28th at the library to watch The Bad Guys. Viewing will last from 3:30 until 5 p.m. Free popcorn and juice will be provided.
Anti-Fraud presentation draws strong local turnout
More than 60 people attended an anti-fraud presentation on April 15 at the Oyen & District Seniors Rec Centre, hosted through a partnership between the RCMP…
Expanded access to testing and addiction medications under Bill 29 proposed
The Alberta government has introduced legislation aimed at improving access to health care by allowing some preventative testing without a referral and speeding up access…
Viva Vitality: Sport Safety
As the weather warms up, recreational sports for children and youth are getting into full swing. Equipment safety is equally as important as proper training when it comes to playing…
Alberta tables bill to fast-track major project approvals
Alberta’s government has introduced legislation it says would speed up approvals for major projects deemed critical to the province’s economic future.
Stettler youth released without charges after school threat investigation
STETTLER, Alta. — A youth initially arrested after threats were reported against a local school has been released without charges following further investigation by RCMP.
Just A Gal From Glidden: Glidden hall at 100: What happens next matters
In the past while, I’ve caught myself reminiscing about the Glidden skating rink and the old post office. But in one of those photos, something else stood out.
Penton: Here’s a Wild pick for the Stanley Cup
Just when it appears as if the long and winding Stanley Cup playoff road will inevitably end with a Colorado Avalanche victory, the hapless Vancouver Canucks skate into Denver…
Missing Consort woman found dead in rural Saskatchewan, RCMP say
A woman reported missing by Consort RCMP has been found dead in the R.M. of Grandview, northeast of Kindersley.