Arbour appointed Canada's 31st governor-general
Canada's new governor-general has served as a judge in positions "that no Canadian had held before," a federal statement said. Louise Arbour worked as a judge…
Spring brings smiles and busy days at Oyen Lodge
Hello Everyone. April is done so Spring has finally sprung, and it's putting smiles on people's faces as they enjoy some beautiful weather.
Rod and Gun Club celebrates trophy day and youth award winner
The Rod and Gun Club hosted their annual trophy day and supper on Feb. 28. A beautiful display of wild game mounts and recently harvested heads was scored by…
Hometown heroes assemble
New Brigden School came alive with capes, masks and a whole lot of imagination last week as students from grades 2 to 6 transformed into their favourite superheroes…
Oyen FCSS celebrates volunteers with pop-up events
To celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 19-25), Oyen Family Community Support Services held a Volunteer Appreciation Pop-Up Celebration in the Empress Community Hall…
Rural healthcare project earns CFSEA Community Impact Award
CONSORT, AB — The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta has awarded one of its two 2026 Community Impact Awards to the Consort & District Medical Centre Society…
Rocky Mountain Equipment grant program enters sixth year
Rocky Mountain Equipment has opened applications for the 2026 Right by You Ag Society Grant, the sixth year of a community investment program that will award four $10,000 grants…
Renewed partnership pays Alberta farmers $100 an acre to convert marginal cropland
Ducks Unlimited Canada and Pheasants Forever Canada have renewed a two-year agreement that pays southern Alberta producers to convert unproductive cropland into perennial cover.
Viva Vitality: Spring rides starts with a safe helmet
As spring finally arrives, it’s time to dust off my bicycle and hit the trails with my family. It’s also a great time to take inventory of your equipment…
‘New’ reporter has pedigree dating to the dinosaurs
Good day readers, just introducing myself as the new reporter for Your West Central Voice newspaper. My name is Stu Salkeld. I'm more than familiar with southwest Saskatchewan and east central Alberta…
April keeps residents busy at Oyen Lodge
Hello everyone. The month of April is almost gone and it’s continuing to give us some stormy weather. Hopefully spring is here soon, so the farmers can get their seed in the ground.
Youth Side Hustle program opens doors for rural entrepreneurs
Community Futures Meridian is offering a hands-on program designed for rural youth, grades 7–12, who want to learn how to start and run their own small business.
Wind can’t stop them
Students at New Brigden School tackled a schoolyard and community clean-up, hauling bags of litter despite strong winds. The effort showed real pride in their surroundings.
Ross closes out 39-year municipal career in Oyen
OYEN — There was a sense of both gratitude and respect in the room as the Town of Oyen marked Debbie Ross’s retirement as Chief Administrative Officer.
Community foundations to award more than $90,000 at Youngstown grant event
YOUNGSTOWN - More than $90,000 in community funding will be distributed to 13 organizations during the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta’s 2026…
$7M to make continuing care homes more home-like
The Government of Alberta is investing more than $7 million to improve quality of life in continuing care homes, with a focus on making facilities feel more like home for residents.
Oral health impacts your overall health
During Oral Health Month, Primary Care Alberta reminds Albertans that maintaining good oral health has a positive impact on overall health and well-being.
Oyen RCMP lay 28 charges after stolen truck, sawed-off shotgun seized
Oyen RCMP arrested two men and seized a stolen truck, a loaded sawed-off shotgun and suspected cocaine and methamphetamine after responding to a trespassing complaint April 20.
Viva Vitality: Reducing the Impact of Loneliness
Did you know that more than 1 in 10 Canadians aged 15 and older say they always or often feel lonely? Did you know that the loneliest Canadians are teens and young adults followed by people over 80?
Alberta RCMP encourages Albertans to prepare emergency plan
EDMONTON - The Alberta RCMP is encouraging community members to prepare an emergency plan in the event of a flood or wildfire.