Brooks resident charged with criminal harassment, mischief
Brooks RCMP have charged a 25-year-old Brooks resident with criminal harassment and mischief following an investigation into incidents involving a local resident.
Province expands high-speed internet to 759 rural communities
The Alberta government says another 759 rural and remote communities across the province will soon gain access to high-speed internet, bringing the province closer to its goal…
Alberta earns Golden Scissors Award for red tape reduction
Alberta has once again been ranked the top province in Canada for cutting red tape, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, reinforcing its reputation…
Alberta RCMP and law enforcement partners mark Operation Cold Start
As temperatures drop and snow continues to fall, the Alberta RCMP is partnering with law enforcement agencies across the province for Operation Cold Start.
Biggar’s Garrett Hawkins closing in on Major Leagues
From a small west-central Saskatchewan community better known for grain elevators than radar guns, Garrett Hawkins is steadily pitching his way toward baseball’s biggest stage.
Hockey Awards: SWHL, CRHL release award winners
Friday was a busy day for both the Sask West Hockey League and the Cross Roads Hockey Leagues as they both revealed award winners.
Just A Gal From Glidden: Hope Springs Eternal (and Please, Please Let It Be Cloudy)
Well, here we are—already into February. How did that happen? February always brings with it that age-old question: will that furry little rodent see his shadow or won’t he?
Business owner charged in arson that destroyed Leader business
LEADER, Sask. — RCMP have charged the owner of a business destroyed by fire in southwestern Saskatchewan last fall following a months-long investigation.
Penton: Koepka alone in return to PGA Tour
What could have been a mad dash by some of the greatest golfers in the world from the upstart LIV tour back to the PGA Tour turned out to be hardly a trickle.
Remembering When: Nothing dates you faster than your music
When I was visiting my family over the Christmas holidays, we were watching Wheel of Fortune at my brother’s house one evening, and the Triple Toss-Up that night…
Pop 89: Sane Time or Screen Time?
Over the years I’ve written and performed literally 100s of performances. But one, called “Sacred Agents,” keeps coming back to haunt me.
Check It Out: Spock would describe recent happenings as “highly illogical”
If you’re a Star Trek fan, you may recall Spock raising his eyebrows and describing the actions of the native inhabitants of planet Omega IV as “highly illogical.”
OYEN LODGE NEWS: Weekly recap and celebrations
Hello, Everyone. Thank goodness the cold snap is over for a while, and we are back to some nicer temperatures. January is almost over, and soon February will be here.
Acadia Municipal Library: Weekly Craft
The library is hosting a weekly craft starting on Tuesday, February 26th, lasting for four weeks. It will take place after school from 3:30 to 4:30. The whole family is welcome to join the fun!
New Year’s Eve bull riding event packs Crossroads Centre for third straight year
OYEN — The Crossroads Centre rode into 2026 with a sold-out night of bull riding, live music and community fundraising as the Third Annual New Year’s Eve Bull Riding event…
U of L researcher to examine how social instability affects patients with Alzheimer’s disease
For most people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, moving into a care facility becomes necessary at some point. Such a big change disrupts all aspects of a patient’s life, including their social life.
Damien Kurek to run again in Battle River–Crowfoot
Damien Kurek will be the Conservative Party of Canada’s candidate in Battle River–Crowfoot in the next federal election.
Advancing children’s health care
The Alberta government is investing $2 million to plan an expanded inpatient tower at the Alberta Children’s Hospital, a project expected to add beds and increase capacity…