Balancing Technology and Physical Activity
If you were born before 1990, your childhood looked a lot different than children today. You most likely remember being outside, in an unstructured setting, having the freedom to experiment with movement skills.
Who are the people in your neighbourhood of Empress?
If you want to know who the people are in your neighbourhood, visiting the Empress Community Garage Sale on Saturday, May 13th was a great introduction.
New natural gas power plant could lead to national unity crisis
There are major events and projects happening in Saskatchewan that, when you sum it all up, will have profound impacts not only on the Saskatchewan economy, but national unity.
Penton: Sports on TV: Masters Sunday best of all
The avid sports fan —admittedly, I’m part of that constituency — loves the big events. Every month, seemingly, has its big games, its big events, its season-ending championships.
Pop 89: Brief Flashes of Light
I’ve been carrying this quote around in my head for months now. It’s from “Black Elk Speaks, The Life of a Holy Man of the Oglala Sioux,” as told through John G Neihardt.
Check It Out: Ask your financial institution questions
Someone said, “I received a phone call saying I won $35,000.00. To complete the transaction, they needed my bank details. Certainly, I replied. It’s a big building on Main Street.”
Acadia Valley News May 15
We’ve had some lovely spring weather this past week. Not quite as hot as last week. We even had a few spotty showers roll through town as well.
Prairieland Athletic Association enabling our communities to thrive
The Prairieland Athletic Association is a small group of local residents who want to ensure that our communities are able to continue to thrive.
Oyen Chamber of Commerce wants YOU!
The Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce recently presented the Oyen Daycare Society with a cheque in the amount of $2,500 to assist in their efforts…
Winquist wins 2022 Photographer of the Year
On Friday, May 12th, the winners of the 2023 Better Newspapers Competition were announced. Publisher Kate Winquist received the highest honour in the photography category, capturing Photographer of the Year.
Three Hills RCMP charge two males with conspiracy to commit murder
Three Hills, Alta. - On May 4, 2023, at approximately 3:43 p.m., Three Hills RCMP received information from a female that two male suspects, one armed with a firearm, attended her residence the night prior.
Penton: NFL QBs on the move, and getting rich
There is no higher profile position in North American sports than the quarterback of a National Football League team. Today we’ll look at three of them…
Pop 89: New Light on Old Prayers
Pulling out of my sister’s driveway in Medicine Hat, I am on the last leg of my journey home from a sojourn on Cortes island with my brother who suffered a stroke two months ago.
Check It Out: We learn by asking questions
There’s an old saying: “If you ask a question, it makes you look stupid for five minutes, but if you don’t ask - you stay stupid for 50 years”.
Coronation RCMP charge male with weapon offences
Coronation, Alta. - On May 4, 2023, at 3:05 p.m., Coronation RCMP responded to a complaint of a male flashing what was believed to be a firearm.
East Sounding Creek 4H News May 7
Sorry for my absence of articles this winter and to my loyal followers. Even you, Carol out in Linden Alberta. This winter is one to remember.
Cameco 300 megawatt small modular reactor design
Westinghouse, which is now 49 per cent owned by Saskatchewan-based Cameco, announced its major entry into the small modular reactor (SMR) race.
Crime Continues to Rise as Liberals Fail Canadians
Amidst a rise of violent crime in Canada, the Trudeau Government continues to double down on their false narratives and failed policies.
Oyen is looking for a ‘newcomer connector’
The community of Oyen has created a new volunteer position, and are actively searching for a suitable candidate to fill the role.
Acadia Valley News May 4
Forget Spring! Let’s just dive right into Summer! The temperatures this past week were anywhere from plus 20 to plus 30 degrees.