Viva Vitality: Enjoying time in the sun safely
With summer fast approaching and the spring weather starting to warm up, we need to remember to enjoy being out in the sun and heat safely.
Oyen Lodge News: April sure went fast
Hello, everyone. The month of April sure went fast, and now we are into May with some nice weather. The residents enjoy their walks every day, except for those breezy days.
Acadia Municipal Library: Easter Egg Hunt draw
Congratulations to Emberlee Niwa who won last month’s Easter Egg Hunt draw! She got to pick out a free book to take home along with a bag of goodies.
Viva Vitality: Unmasking Mental Health during Mental Health Week
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) introduced Mental Health Week, this year celebrated from May 5 to 11, in 1951.
KUREK GIVING UP SEAT FOR PIERRE POILIEVRE TO RUN IN BYELECTION
On Friday, the Conservative Party announced Conservative MP-elect Damien Kurek will resign to allow Pierre Poilievre to run in an upcoming byelection.
Damien Kurek wins Battle River-Crowfoot riding with 82.8% of vote
Battle River-Crowfoot MP, Damien Kurek was re-elected by an overwhelming majority in the General Election held April 28.
Oyen hosts firefighting school
Twenty-six volunteer firefighting students gathered in Oyen on the first weekend in April to complete the fourth weekend of the NFPA 1001 level 1 course.
Honouring the incredible life of STARS founder Dr. Greg Powell
It is with great sadness that STARS announces the passing of founder and former CEO, Dr. Greg Powell.
Epilepsy: My Story
I had the privilege of speaking at the Global Meet and Expo on Neuroscience & Brain Disorders this past April 7/8 in London, England.
Classroom economy motivates Grade 6 students at Oyen Public School
This past September, on the first day of the school year, Kayl Davies, teacher at Oyen Public School, and her class of Grade 6 students collaborated to create a set of classroom norms…
Oyen Lodge News: Are you interested in volunteering at the Lodge?
Hello, everyone. Hope everyone enjoyed the long Easter weekend. It was wonderful to see some moisture to green things up for some spring yard work…
Oyen RCMP arrest individual for stolen vehicle
OYEN - On Apr. 20, 2025, Oyen RCMP responded to a request from the Kindersley RCMP to assist in locating a stolen Ford F350 that had fled from police…
New flag at UAH honours organ and tissue donors
Alberta Health Services’ organ and tissue donation program Give Life Alberta has raised a new flag at the University of Alberta Hospital, a tribute to the thousands of people…
Nutrition to Help Manage Blood Pressure
May 17 is World Hypertension Awareness Day, a day to learn about how we can manage blood pressure for better heart health.
The Prairie Farm Dog
When I was a kid growing up on the farm in a little area in east Alberta we always had a dog a, Collie, the only respectable dog you would have on the farm these days.
Temporary closure of Oyen Emergency Department
OYEN – The Big Country Hospital emergency department (ED) re-opened at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 18, and was to remain open until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 20…
Oyen Briefs: Damien Kurek only candidate to attend All Candidates Forum
The Royal Canadian Legion #208 and Big Country Agricultural Society hosted an All-Candidates Political Forum in the Legion Hall, Oyen, on April 10.
New Principal at Assumption RC School
Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is pleased to announce Chloe Dick as Principal of Assumption Roman Catholic School.
Oyen Lodge: Residents entertained with music and comedy by The Popovich’s
Hello, everyone. The Oyen Lodge would like to welcome Ray Bird. It looks like Mother Nature still wants to keep us on our toes with the weather.
Exporting energy, importing opportunity
Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade Matt Jones will travel south to promote Alberta as the Midwest’s top choice for trade, energy and investment.