Fallen Heroes: Their journey Home
A few years ago, my wife Laura and I hosted a film team at our farm near Sedalia, AB. The team was from The Military Museums in Calgary, and they were on a mission…
They shall not grow old, Remembrance Day, 11th November
AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING, WE WILL REMEMBER THEM. LEST WE FORGET.
New Brigden veteran served war effort on home front
Not all veterans served overseas. According to New Brigden’s history book ‘Still Making Memories’, Fred Tye from New Brigden was among the thousands of service men…
Bill Mitchell from Monitor served in WWII
William Mitchell from Monitor, Alberta served as an airplane mechanic in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II.
Edwin Johnson from Esther served in WWII
Edwin Johnson from Esther, Alberta served in the Canadian Army during WWII. According to information from the history book Sage Brush and Sifting Sand…
Babe (H.E.) Howard from Monitor served in WWII
Howard Everett (Babe) Howard from Monitor, Alberta served in WWII. According to information from the history book A Treasure of Memories Vol. II…
BUFFALO NEWS: Turkey Shoot raffle prize winners announced
I am pleased to report the winners of raffle prizes at the Buffalo Fire Club Turkey Shoot. The first prize was a Traegar smoker won by Rylee Hewitt of Buffalo.
KREW KUTS: War and daily life
The word “remembrance” means present consciousness of a past event. It can unexpectedly and paradoxically bring forth beneficial memories, those that are disturbing, or a combination of both.
Oyen RCMP looking to keep pedestrians safe this winter
As the winter months approach and the days grow shorter, staying safe as a pedestrian becomes even more important.
Acadia Municipal Library News: New Books!
New adult fiction books that have recently arrived include Joy by Danielle Steele, Ne’er Duke Well by Alexandra Vasti, Nero by Conn Iggulden, and The Crimson Crown by Heather Walter.
Connect Care in more sites, programs in Alberta
Last week, Alberta Health Services (AHS) completed the ninth and final launch of Connect Care, bringing more than 11,000 additional staff and physicians…
Chronic pain, disease management workshops available
Individuals living with chronic pain, chronic disease symptoms and/or supporting someone with a long-term health condition(s) are invited to join a free virtual workshop…
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: The Chronicles of Viktor Valentine
JUVENILE FICTION: The Chronicles of Viktor Valentine / by: Z. Brewer, When We Flew Away : a Novel of Anne Frank before the Diary / by: Alice Hoffman.
Preparation, swift response define wildfire season
Through effective investments, including a historic $155-million wildfire base budget, Alberta’s government ensured the province was prepared to respond throughout the 2024 wildfire season.
Viva Vitality: Prepare for pregnancy with Quit Core
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you might be thinking of changes you can make to improve your health and protect the health of your baby.
Penton: Canadian star one of the best in NBA
The United States of America might produce the world’s best basketball teams — the U.S. has won 17 of 21 gold medals at the Olympics, including the last five in a row...
SPORTS TALK: CFL needs to look north of the border for expansion
With the CFL down to the final four after this past weekend's semifinals and the Grey Cup just two Sundays away, many are asking that off-season question yet again...
Pop 89: Nowhere Is Good Enough for Me
Usually, it happens after leaving Cadillac, headed South: I remember why I moved “here”. “Here”, all the thoughts crowding my brain like commuters rushing into a subway car...