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…
Penton: After Masters’ win, McIlroy eyes the ‘Calendar Slam’
Now that he’s slain one dragon, how about a more ferocious, fire-breathing beast to conquer for Rory McIlroy?
REMEMBERING WHEN: Saturday morning roller derby
When I was a kid, Saturday morning television was specifically ‘kid time,’ with a lineup of cartoons from very early Saturday morning until early in the afternoon…
Growing Through Grief: Acceptance
Accepting grief as a process that can help you heal is a key to healing from the loss of a loved one. It’s not the easiest thing to do, that is for sure.
Pop 89: The Spirit’s Next Move
I’ve been glued to the screen, watching commentators and anchors report on the life and legacy of Pope Francis. I love the fact that, in order to speak of his papacy…
Check It Out: ’Never again’ is more than a slogan
“Never again” was a slogan derived after the Holocaust. This year marks the 80th anniversary of that tragic event, and April 23 marked Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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.
Powering up communities with ag society dollars
Agricultural societies play a crucial role in the province’s rural communities. They bring people together, organize and run events and improve the overall quality of life…
PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR HOUSE IS
Keep your dollars in Canada to strengthen communities and support local businesses, including your local newspaper.
Show your Alberta side: Buy Local
Global uncertainty is threatening the livelihoods of hard-working Alberta farmers, ranchers, processors and their families. The ‘Buy Local’ campaign, recently launched by Alberta’s government…
Acadia Municipal Library: Find the remaining Easter Eggs by April 24th
Hop down to the library for one last chance to find some Easter Eggs! So far 24 people have found 53 eggs. Will you be next? Thursday April 24th is the last day.
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.
Dear editor at The Oyen Echo: Affordable Home
Everyone needs a safe, decent, affordable place to call home. But for too long, our housing system has felt like an unfair game rigged against us all.
Interim chief medical officer of health appointed
Dr. Sunil Sookram has temporarily been appointed as interim chief medical officer of health for Alberta.
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.