Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: A Dance of Lies
ADULT FICTION: A Dance of Lies / by: Brittney Arena, My Friends / by: Fredrik Backman, The Marriage Pact / by: Kathleen Fuller…
Reduce, reuse, recycle
We are told that these are great ways to help the environment by keeping material out of the landfill. Individuals can reduce and reuse on their own…
Coronation RCMP makes arrest after report of suspicious vehicle
CORONATION - On June 16, 2025, Coronation RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at the Castor Fish Pond.
Acadia Municipal Library: A Gambling Man
This week’s collection of new books includes A Gambling Man by David Baldacci, An Ethical Guide to Murder by Jenny Morris (both adult fiction), and Sweet Farm…
Viva Vitality: Connection
You are not alone in wanting more connection. In fact, 1 in 4 Canadians say they feel lonely frequently or always. Dr. Jeremy Nobel says, “just like thirst is a signal you need hydration…
Penton: ’New two’ in tennis are a dominant pair
There’s more of a difference between professional golf and professional tennis than the size of the ball. And there’s a huge difference between the two sports…
REMEMBERING WHEN: The Lonely Old Man
When I was very young, my parents took me aside one evening to make a special request. An elderly gentleman in our neighbourhood, whom my parents liked and trusted…
Pop 89: The Supply Run
One of the rewards of living in a remote place is The Supply Run. Some people might consider having to drive an hour and a half to purchase food and sundries an inconvenience.
Check It Out: Millions of people listened to this doctor’s story
The cartoon depicted a doctor saying to his patient, “You have a rare condition called ‘good health.’ Frankly, I’m not sure how to treat it.”
Oyen and District Seniors Report: Last Pot Luck before Fall
Eighteen people gathered on June 6 at the Seniors Recreation Centre for the last Pot Luck and meeting prior to the fall. Lynda had barbequed hamburgers and brought all the fixings…
Oyen Lodge Report: A little smokey
Hello, everyone. It has been a little smokey for a few days, and I hope everyone stayed in doors those days. It was nice to have a taste of rain to freshen things up, but it is still very dry.
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: Speak to Me of Home
ADULT FICTION: Speak to Me of Home / by: Jeanine Cummins, A Crop Farmer’s Daughter : Based on a true story / by: Ioni Goldstein, On Isabella Street / by: Genevieve Graham…
Oil Battery gets hit by lightning near Provost
PROVOST - On June 13, 2025, at 8:50 p.m., Provost RCMP received a report of a fire at an oil site located south of Highway 13 on Range Road 22.
CHEERS TO 10 YEARS!
Big Country Thrift Store celebrated 10 years in Oyen on June 10th, 2025. The volunteers served a total of 103 burgers, chips, drinks & cheesecake.
Acadia Municipal Library: My Friends
We have new books on the adult fiction and non-fiction shelves. Check out My Friends by Fredrik Backman and The Crash by Freida McFadden in the fiction section.
Horns up for Classic Matchup
It was a big-league baseball experience that truly was a classic. The Rural Roots Baseball Classic - an event staged by the Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL)…
Legion poster contest winners
View photos of the Legion poster contest winners from Assumption Roman Catholic School, Oyen Public School, South Central High School, and Warren Peers School.
Viva Vitality: Measles is spreading in southern Alberta: Here’s how to stay safe
Right now, measles cases are rising across southern Alberta. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has advised people in the South Zone of a widespread potential exposure risk…