Brooks RCMP looking for suspect vehicle in fatal hit & run
TILLEY, AB - On August 25, 2025, at 4:10 a.m., Brooks RCMP responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle on Highway 1, near Range Road 131.
Viva Vitality: Preventing a Fall this Fall
I recently experienced one of my first memorable falls as an adult. Early this spring, while out jogging, I tripped on uneven pavement.
Class of 1971 - 54 Year School Reunion
It all started with an idea to get the 1971 graduates together. Many phone calls, emails, and texts later, it had snowballed into a weekend of visiting and reminiscing.
The Community Foundation’s Prairie Crocus Community Fund supports local projects
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) is pleased to announce the distribution of $250,687 in 2025 Spring Community Grants to 36 charitable organizations throughout Southeastern Alberta.
Human remains identified at Brooks
BROOKS, AB - On Aug. 20, 2025, at approximately 6:05 p.m., Brooks RCMP initiated an investigation into found human remains.
Hardisty community action plan reduces copper wire theft across eastern Alberta
HARDISTY, AB – The Alberta RCMP, in partnership with energy sector stakeholders, municipalities, and private security providers, is reporting significant progress…
Pierre Poilievre wins Battle River-Crowfoot by-election
OYEN - The voters of Battle River-Crowfoot have made their choice. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has emerged victorious in the federal by-election that took place on Monday, August 18.
A Voice Between Worlds: The Role of the Interpreter
Have you ever had to navigate a situation that felt completely out of your depth? Like calling tech support and explaining what your computer is doing…
Pierre Poilievre wins Battle River-Crowfoot by-election
OYEN - The voters of Battle River-Crowfoot have made their choice. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has emerged victorious in the federal by-election that took place on Monday, August 18.
OYEN LODGE REPORT: Catching up on the news over summer holidays
Hello, everyone. Hope everyone enjoyed the rest of July. August is here, and it is going way too fast already.
An Unstoppable Boy
You may have read about South Central High School student Teejay Hogan in The Oyen Echo when he and his education assistant, Miss Ann (Ann O’Connor)…
Lanfine Wind Community Grant supports local growth
Communities in Special Area No. 3 and surrounding rural regions are seeing local priorities come to life thanks to a $22,000 investment through the Lanfine Wind Community Grant…
Wasn’t that a party!
Oyen Extended Care residents and their families gathered in the courtyard on July 27 to celebrate with a Summer Beach Party.
Sacred Heart Parish is experiencing pastoral changes this summer
Father Rodel Abanto came to serve the parish on August 1, 2022. He made his home in Oyen Monday through Wednesday and the remainder of the week in Hanna.
Letter: Exciting News for Empress — A New Healing Centre is Coming!
This new centre — focused on wellness, recovery, and long-term healing — will carry forward Empress's proud legacy as a place of care and compassion.
Alberta RCMP Change of Command Ceremony
EDMONTON – Last week, special guests and RCMP employees witnessed Deputy Commissioner Trevor Daroux assume command of the Alberta RCMP from Deputy Commissioner Rob Hill.
Recovery Alberta’s local Addiction and Mental Health office moves to a new location
BROOKS – Recovery Alberta teams and programs previously located at Newell Plaza and the north end of the Brooks Health Centre are now serving clients in a new space…
Alberta RCMP sees 6.9% decrease in Crime Severity Index across the province
The Statistics Canada report on Police-reported crime statistics in Canada, 2024 shows that there was a 6.9% decrease in the Crime Severity Index (CSI) across Alberta…
Coronation RCMP cautions public on online conduct during by-election
As a by-election unfolds in Eastern Alberta, the Coronation RCMP is reminding the public about the importance of respectful and lawful conduct, both in person and online.
214 candidates on Battle River-Crowfoot ballot
Advance polls have opened for the federal by-election in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding. For the first time, Elections Canada will require voters to fill out a blank ballot.