March of Dimes helps stroke survivors
March of Dimes is a community-based rehabilitation and advocacy charity for people with physical disabilities.
Strengthening an Economic Corridor in Oyen
Alberta’s government is exploring expanding an economic corridor in east-central Alberta.
Acadia Valley News Mar 23
It’s the first week of Spring but it still doesn’t feel like it. Today they’re calling for a high of +2, the temperatures are still -10 or colder overnight.
Community strategies meeting at Sedalia Hall
A community strategies meeting was held at the Sedalia Community Hall, Saturday afternoon, March 18th. Approximately 75 people came out for the meeting…
Eatonia resident is helping veterans with Purple Heart Project
An Eatonia man is helping with a unique non-profit endeavour called the Purple Heart Project. Brett Becker explained the project helps veterans deal with physical or mental injuries…
Brody is a brave little boy!
An Oyen resident is hoping to raise awareness of a genetic disorder called Dechenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Kelli Smigelski’s 9-year-old son Brody was diagnosed with DMD…
Community Update on Big Country Hospital
As promised at the January 12 community conversation regarding the temporary closure of the Big Country Hospital in Oyen, we would like to provide the community with this update.
Acadia Valley News, Mar 9
So, apparently they’re calling for 10-15cm of snow tomorrow. Don’t get me wrong, the moisture is great. But the snow is coming with a nasty cold wind.
Public discusses Oyen East Industrial ASP
The Town of Oyen held an open house on the evening of March 1st at the Town Office to openly discuss and inform the public of the Oyen Industrial East Area Structure Plan.
New director hired at Big Country Hospital
There was excitement at Big Country Hospital in Oyen when the staff in all departments, as well as the doctors welcomed the new director of the hospital, Shelaine Woods.
Acadia Valley News, Mar 2
The February break was a cold one! Most of the week was around the -25 to -30 mark. This week has been a bit warmer, today they’re calling for a high of plus 2.
Action plans get underway at strategy session
The Town of Oyen held a community development strategy session on Thursday evening, February 16th, at the FCSS Community Centre.
Medicine Hat RN is helping Albertans
There’s been much discussion regarding people’s access to healthcare in Alberta. The situation can appear overwhelming to some, while others are asking themselves how they can help.
Acadia Valley News, Feb 9
This past week the weather has been much milder. It’s been melting during the day and still freezing at night. We had a little blast of blowing snow yesterday morning.
SCHS hosts their first Princess Ball
Seven princesses were dressed up and ready to welcome their young guests to the Princess Ball on Saturday, February 4th, at South Central High School in Oyen.
Your Donation Dollars at Work!
Oyen and District Health Care Foundation has put your donation dollars to work. The Foundation recently funded the purchase of two SARA Flex Active Lifts…
EMS to collaborate with on-call physician to support patients locally
The Oyen Big Country emergency department (ED) will continue to be temporarily closed daily from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., due to a lack of nursing staff.
Addressing Alberta’s rural physician shortages
To help bring more physicians to rural Alberta, Alberta’s government is working to offer physician training in Lethbridge and Grande Prairie.
Power outages cause grief for Oyen area
Oyen and district experienced a power outage beginning in the early hours of January 18th. ATCO Electric reported their service territories experienced a higher than normal frequency of power outages…
Patients celebrate 30 years of lives saved by the lottery on a mission
The 30th edition of STARS LOTTERY launched to the public today at four in-person events across the province, giving Albertans a chance to win more than 2,100 prizes…