Youngstown Communiqué: Kindergarten New Years Eve draw winners
The winners of the Kindergarten New Years Eve draw have been reported to be as follows: 1st went to Troy Tattrie. 2nd went to Heidi Zimmerman. 3rd went to Carl and Louise Beasley.
What Trump giveth, Biden may taketh away: Keystone XL may be killed, again
One of the first acts of Donald Trump as president of the United States was to invite TransCanada, now TC Energy, to resubmit its Keystone XL pipeline application, and to then approve it.
A visit to the hospital sparks career choice for Keely Hayworth
Growing up in New Brigden, Keely Hayworth attended New Brigden School until Grade 8, transferred to Oyen Public School for Grade 9, then South Central High for Grades 10-12 graduating during the pandemic in June 2020.
Alberta Clipper slams Saskatchewan, causing widespread damage
An Alberta clipper storm system walloped southern and central Saskatchewan Jan. 13-14, with roads from North of Maidstone, then Kindersley, Regina, Weyburn and Moosomin, as the storm rolled through the province in a southeasterly direction.
New look for The Oyen Echo
For the past 52 years, The Oyen Echo has been under the direction of Diana Walker. I am honoured and humbled to step into Diana’s shoes.
Unique celebration honours Ralph Jorgenson
Amidst all the Covid restrictions, challenges and tragedies, there is always something great to celebrate.
Alberta RCMP urge rural residents to use online crime reporting
RCMP launched the online crime reporting platform in May 2020. Since then (May 31 – Nov. 30, 2020) there have been over 780 reports submitted through online crime reporting.
Special Areas Board report
With the new year upon us, the Special Areas Board is getting key pieces moving for the year ahead. The Advisory Council has reviewed the 2021 budget and the Board has recommended it for approval.
Oyen businesses are benefiting from Keystone XL
Construction of the Keystone XL pipeline has transformed Oyen’s slow pace to a town bustling with activity.