Pop89: Lo, these many years
Yesterday afternoon I was fitted for a protective mask to go over my head for radiology treatments to my brain tumour. While waiting in the basement of the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic…
REMEMBERING WHEN: The birthday disaster
Birthdays are an exciting time for little kids. A child’s anticipation for their birthday party ranks right up there with Christmas and Halloween…
Check It Out: Canada’s unbelievable and embarrassing decision
A comedian once said the five stars on China’s flag represent how they rate themselves for human rights violations.
Oyen seniors plan spring activities, discuss hall upgrades
Nine members of the Oyen and District Seniors group met April 1 for their monthly potluck and meeting.
OYEN LODGE: Remembering Spring!
Hello everyone. Hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend. The weather has been a little bit crazy, with a mixture of wind, snow, rain and beautiful sunshine all in one week.
Alberta challenges Ottawa’s accounting in new Nature Strategy
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas Minister Grant Hunter says Ottawa’s new Nature Strategy fails to reflect provincial jurisdiction and does not properly account…
Public meeting to determine future of C.J. Peacock Centre in Cereal
Residents are being invited to help shape the future of the C.J. Peacock Centre as Special Areas plans to step away from operating the facility after 2026.
Alberta libraries raise concerns over proposed Bill 28 changes
Alberta’s public libraries are warning that proposed provincial legislation could undermine local control, limit access to materials and create new privacy concerns for users.
Alberta adds tubeless insulin pump coverage to public program
Alberta is expanding publicly funded diabetes care to include a tubeless insulin pump, giving eligible residents a new option to manage the condition with less daily burden.
Alberta launches national trucking regulations hub to streamline cross-country hauling
Alberta is rolling out a new digital tool aimed at reducing regulatory confusion for truck drivers and improving the efficiency of moving goods across Canada.
Alberta invests $500,000 in fire training grants for local departments
Alberta’s government is providing $500,000 in funding to support fire services training across the province, with 90 municipalities, First Nations and Métis Settlements set to receive grants.
Living and dying with dignity
Nothing in life is more certain than death, yet many of us are reluctant to talk about it. Now is not the time to avoid this conversation.
Alberta commits $22M to school safety upgrades and staff training
Alberta’s government is investing $22 million to improve school safety through infrastructure upgrades and enhanced staff training following a recent tragedy.
Giving you a break with zero tax on gas
Since the Iran war began over a month ago, global oil prices have surged, leading to gas prices rising by 35 per cent across Canada. While the war explains the sudden rise in prices around the world…
Alberta invests $28M to strengthen drought and flood protection
Alberta’s government is investing more than $28 million to help communities better withstand flooding and drought, with funding aimed at protecting homes, infrastructure and long-term water supply.
Pincher Creek woman killed in rollover south of Brooks
A 35-year-old woman from Pincher Creek was killed in a single-vehicle rollover south of Brooks on April 8, while a child was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Netflix spotlight on Alberta filming locations boosts tourism interest
Alberta’s film and television industry is drawing global attention, with Netflix showcasing 28 filming locations across the province and helping drive tourism interest.
Alberta RCMP urge drivers to slow down as spring conditions improve
The Alberta RCMP is reminding motorists to obey speed limits as warmer weather brings improved road conditions and increased travel across the province.