Alberta RCMP reminds motorists of the dangers of distracted driving
Your Alberta RCMP reminds motorists of the importance of distraction-free driving. Operating a vehicle on Alberta’s roads and highways requires a motorist’s complete attention…
RCMP responds to border incursion at Coutts port of entry
On Tuesday, February 4th, at approximately 7:45 a.m., an individual attempted to enter Canada through the Coutts port of entry.
Tips on quitting smoking for good
Thinking about quitting smoking in 2025? You’re not alone. More than half of adults who smoke cigarettes are seriously thinking about stopping.
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: The Amish Quiltmaker’s Unattached Neighbor
The Amish Quiltmaker’s Unattached Neighbor / by: Jennifer Beckstrand, The Brightest of Stars / by: Nora Roberts, Enchant My Heart / by: Nora Roberts…
Energy Dodge Dakota Buttar Invitational expands to 2 days with $30K up for grabs
This summer, famed local rider Dakota Buttar will bring his namesake PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Canada Touring Pro Division back to Kindersley…
Oyen RCMP welcomes community engagement
OYEN - The Oyen RCMP Detachment is inviting local residents to submit any comments, suggestions or concerns they may have.
Oyen Briefs: Sympathies of the community
Sympathies of the community is extended to Lorraine (Warwick) Weller whose husband Ken passed away on January 22, 2025 due to cancer of pancreas…
South Central High School Scorpions win home tournament
Congratulations to the South Central High School Scorpions on winning their home tournament over Kindersley last month.
Curlers honour memory of Keith Mitchell at annual bonspiel
The 4th Annual Keith Mitchell Memorial took place in Oyen January 24-26th. Ten teams entered this year’s event that included curlers from Saskatoon to Calgary…
Oyen Lodge Report: Residents participate in “Backwards Day”
Hello, everyone. It’s hard to believe that January has come and gone already. We are now into February, the shortest month of the year.
Badlands Baseball: Aiden Marshall, Austin Brown, and Ayden Andersen
Meet some of the players from the Badlands Baseball Academy.
Oyen RCMP: Serious motor vehicle collision
OYEN - On Jan. 30, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Oyen RCMP responded to a serious motor vehicle collision.
Brooks RCMP execute search warrants after drug trafficking investigation
On Jan. 30, 2025, Brooks RCMP along with the Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit conducted a vehicle stop and executed two search warrants as a result of a drug investigation.
Ag Hall of Fame inducts visionaries, opens new exhibit
Alberta honours three visionary leaders, inducting them into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame for advancing and growing the province’s agriculture industry.
Acadia Municipal Library: We have new books!
We have new books! Enjoy Now or Never: Thirty-One on the Run by Janet Evanovich in adult fiction and Thriving Beyond Fifty: 111 Natural Strategies…
Year-long drug trafficking investigation concluded
In November of 2023, staff from the Correctional Service of Canada at the Drumheller institution reported to Drumheller RCMP that they located a package containing methamphetamine…
Embrace the outdoors this Winter Walk Day!
Grab your toque, put on your boots and get active this Wednesday, Feb. 5 for Winter Walk Day.
The Undemocratic Liberal Leadership Race
I, alongside many Canadians, watched on January 6th as the Prime Minister announced his resignation. While I am glad he is leaving…
Eating Disorder Awareness Week: Recognizing eating disorders
The National Eating Disorder Information Centre recognizes Eating Disorder Awareness Week from Feb. 1 to 7, 2025, with a purpose to raise awareness…
Letter: America short of cash
Gee, Mr. Trump, Canada did not know that America was so short of cash. You should have let us know and we could have probably floated you a loan to keep your lights on…