Oyen and District Seniors Report: Potluck enjoyed despite bad weather
Four Oyen and District Seniors group members gathered at the Seniors Recreational Centre on the cold and blustery evening of February 5 at 6:00 PM for a delicious potluck.
Oyen Lodge Report: Valentine’s Trivia and Jeopardy is a learning experience
Hello, everyone. I think we all feel the same about the deep-freeze weather ending soon. It has been a tad frigid for a couple of weeks.
Guatemalan family receives new tiny home after local couple’s visit
SIBBALD—Lars and Levan Jensen came to Kindersley to share their experiences helping out at a charity in Guatemala. The Jensens, whose home address is now Sibbald, Alberta…
Oyen Fire Department places 3rd in AFFCA provincial bonspiel
Congratulations goes out to Oyen Fire Department for placing 3rd in the AFFCA provincial bonspiel and took home the top volunteer department trophy!
Sibbald News: Snowmobile Rally cancelled due to weather
Hello everyone. It's a bit brisk out there this morning with a snappy wind. Stay warm as this polar vortex hits for a few days.
Oyen Lodge: National Wear Red Day celebrated on February 7
Hello, everyone. February is the month for snow and cold weather. It's a good time to curl up with a good book or watch some movies on those wintery days.
New Grant Opportunity: WestMET Community Grant
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta proudly announces a new grant opportunity. WestMET Group Canada Ltd. established the WestMET Community Fund…
Viva Vitality: Celebrate Heart Month this Valentine’s Day!
February is heart month and a great time to raise awareness of the importance of cardiovascular health and how we can improve our heart health.
RCMP responds to border incursion at Coutts port of entry
On Tuesday, February 4th, at approximately 7:45 a.m., an individual attempted to enter Canada through the Coutts port of entry.
Oyen RCMP welcomes community engagement
OYEN - The Oyen RCMP Detachment is inviting local residents to submit any comments, suggestions or concerns they may have.
Oyen Briefs: Sympathies of the community
Sympathies of the community is extended to Lorraine (Warwick) Weller whose husband Ken passed away on January 22, 2025 due to cancer of pancreas…
Oyen Lodge Report: Residents participate in “Backwards Day”
Hello, everyone. It’s hard to believe that January has come and gone already. We are now into February, the shortest month of the year.
Oyen RCMP: Serious motor vehicle collision
OYEN - On Jan. 30, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Oyen RCMP responded to a serious motor vehicle collision.
Brooks RCMP execute search warrants after drug trafficking investigation
On Jan. 30, 2025, Brooks RCMP along with the Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit conducted a vehicle stop and executed two search warrants as a result of a drug investigation.
Year-long drug trafficking investigation concluded
In November of 2023, staff from the Correctional Service of Canada at the Drumheller institution reported to Drumheller RCMP that they located a package containing methamphetamine…
Eating Disorder Awareness Week: Recognizing eating disorders
The National Eating Disorder Information Centre recognizes Eating Disorder Awareness Week from Feb. 1 to 7, 2025, with a purpose to raise awareness…
Oyen RCMP provides update on Hit-and-Run incident in Bindloss
BINDLOSS – The Oyen RCMP has informed the community that the individual involved in the recent hit-and-run investigation has come forward to the detachment.
Luke Caskey receives $600 scholarship
Congratulations to Luke Caskey, who was the recipient of the $600 scholarship that was given by the family of the late Michael Smigelski…
Oyen Lodge News: Lucky birthday Bingo for Nina Dziatkewich!
Hello, everyone. Thank goodness the deep-freeze weather didn't last too long. But this is only January, so more is still possible to come in the next couple of months.
Grade 6 students residents at the Auxiliary
Grade 6 students from Oyen Public School had a fantastic time visiting residents at the Auxiliary last week for Bell Let's Talk Day!