For a child in West Africa, Ukraine, or the Philippines, a simple shoebox filled with toys, school supplies, and a personal note can mean the world.

Ten seniors gathered at 6 p.m. on Oct. 8 for a potluck supper featuring a variety of salads and desserts. We gathered in front of the large TV screen to watch the final game between the Blue Jays…

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving weekend with some good food and family time. I’m not sure if you were all ready for that snow that blew in—I know I sure wasn’t.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 208 and Big Country Agricultural Society hosted a public forum for candidates seeking the mayor’s chair and six council seats…

Drumheller RCMP have charged a local businessman with sexual offences following an investigation into assaults that occurred over several years.

The Oyen Chamber of Commerce met on Sept. 25, 2025, with 10 members in attendance. Dinner was provided by Halfway Convenience.

I hope everyone had a chance to check out the Harvest Moon on Oct. 5 and 6. It was bright and beautiful. The Harvest Moon is named for the agricultural harvest…

Alberta’s government is investing $25 million this fall to help protect communities, homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure from floods and droughts.

With colder days approaching, the Alberta RCMP is providing tips to avoid seasonal property crime.

Alberta is taking stronger action to improve trucking safety, targeting unsafe driver training schools and carriers. The government has closed five training schools…

Warren Peers School Junior High students from Acadia Valley explore career options at the Oyen Career Fair on Oct. 1. The event gave students a chance to meet local professionals…

To celebrate and strengthen connections with those involved in the project, Lanfine Wind invited members of their family to an annual gathering of landowners, partners, and community members…

Emergency Health Services-Alberta (EHS-Alberta), in partnership with Health Link 811, is expanding its 911 shared response program in Calgary and Edmonton…

I hope everyone is still enjoying this beautiful fall weather, though I’m sure colder days are on the way. The trees are turning beautiful colors right now, and soon the leaves will be on the ground.

This Fire Prevention Week, the Oyen Fire Department is drawing attention to one of the fastest-growing fire risks in modern life: lithium-ion batteries.

WP Limited Partnership is proud to announce the acquisition of Zac’s Mobile Home Park in Oyen, Alberta, ushering in a new chapter for the community with a bold vision…

The Special Areas Advisory Council met on September 25 for their final regular meeting before the October municipal election.

ATB celebrates 53rd Birthday for Oyen Branch Thursday, September 18, 2025: One hundred plus people shared in the celebration at the picnic tables located on the parking lot…

EDMONTON — Alberta municipalities, Métis Settlements and the Townsite of Redwood Meadows can now apply for funding to strengthen regional collaboration…

Monday morning started with exercises, followed by baking and decorating for fall and Thanksgiving. Thanks to my two work experience students, who helped with the decorating.