Sibbald News: A big thank you to all the community
A big thank you to all the community who attended the fires on Gary Woods' and the Prairie View Hutterites' land. Thankfully they got the fires out without any injuries.
Assumption School has a new principal!
Andrea Wolfe joins our community from Drumheller, having taught at St. Anthony’s School for the past 19 years.
Street Dedication in Memory of Dr. Edmund R. Dorosz
Nearly 50 people gathered at the corner of Main Street and 11th Avenue East on August 17 to participate in the unveiling of a sign dedicating the street in memory of Dr. Edmund Dorosz.
Ed Dorosz was a valued community member
In September of 1973, Dr. Dorosz of Regina visited Oyen. The survey conducted the summer before Ed’s arrival...
OYEN LODGE REPORT: Garage Sale is the highlight of the week
Hello Everyone. This has been a busy week. The weather has been fantastic if you like it warm. Monday morning was exercises.
Dakota Buttar partners with Cup Series Production Manager to bring event to Kindersley
One of Canada’s most decorated riders, Dakota Buttar has teamed up with Canada Cup Series Production Manager Peter Gebraad to host the first-ever PBR event in Kindersley...
Krause & Waldner Families
After nearly 60 years of farming, Stan and Robin Krause from Jenner, Alberta, will officially be hanging up their hats at the end of this harvest season.
Museum Musings: South Central High Students welcomed visitors
The Oyen & District Crossroads Museum doors closed for the summer on Friday, August 23.
Oyen receives $11.8 million from Transport Canada
Transport Canada officials announced in a recent press release that the town of Oyen will receive $11.8 million to expand the Oyen Rail Yard.
Hooked Order of the Eastern Star Rug
The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world that allows both men and women to be members.
New Brigden’s Devon Hayworth is the new voice of the Klippers
The Iron Horse Kindersley Klippers are excited to announce the hiring of Devon Hayworth as the new voice of the Klippers.
Viva Vitality: Be a safe pedestrian
September brings the start of a new school year and the reminder to slow down in school and playground zones. Reminding your children to be smart pedestrians is equally important.
SIBBALD NEWS: Welcome to the world Ellis Tiberius Gray Chiliak-Hill
Shaune and Lee Switzer went to Diamond Valley over the August long weekend and joined the Boyd and the Lauridsen families for some great visits.
Oyen Lodge Report: Summer Camp Kids visit with residents
Hello everyone. August is half over and is going too fast. I hope everyone is enjoying the sunflower month.
First Avenue sidewalk sections being repaired
Crews are grinding, cutting, pouring, smoothing and ruffing up new surfaces on many sidewalk sections on both sides of First Avenue.
Oyen firefighters deployed to Jasper
Oyen Fire’s Kenton Wagstaff along with 3 other firefighters from across special areas have been deployed to Jasper to help with the wild fires.
Who doesn’t like a party?
It was evident the Oyen Long Term Care residents and their guests had a great time at the Fiesta luncheon hosted by the Family Resident Council on August 11.
BMO FARM FAMILY: 100 years of farming with the Stammers Family
The Stammers family feels like they’ve hit the jackpot with the lifestyle they lead. “We have had the best place to watch our family grow, from the beautiful sunrises...
Cohen Jorgensen awarded Lanfine Wind Scholarship
Congratulations to Cohen Jorgensen, the recipient of the Lanfine Wind Badlands Baseball Academy Scholarship, awarded to a student who has successfully completed...
CFSEA Launches Fall Grant Cycle
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta opened their Fall 2024 Community Grants applications. All registered charities, qualified donees, and non-profit groups are welcome to apply.