Penton: Taylor on Canadian ‘Rushmore’ after amazing putt
That wasn’t just ‘a putt’ that Nick Taylor made to shock the golf world in mid-June. That was a putt that created a new stone figure on the Canadian version of Mount Rushmore’s Great Sports Moments.
Kurek: Canada Day!
Canada Day is a time to reflect on our nation; the blessings we enjoy and the challenges we face. There are no doubts we have many challenges such as economic turmoil…
Peddling across Canada for a cause
Matt Dickson started his journey in Vancouver and is peddling across Canada on his bicycle.
Pop 89: Longing & Belonging
Yesterday was the first day of summer. To celebrate, I ventured up Eagle Butte to gawk at the blooming cacti. There is nothing more exciting than spotting a clutch of pink and yellow flowers…
Check It Out: Movie with a mission to save kids
Here’s a superhero riddle for you. Q: What would you get if Batman and Robin were smashed by a steamroller? A: Flat man and Ribbon.
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! ESC 4H Report
The East Sounding Creek 4H Club was in the Hanna District Show and Sale on June 10 and 11. We had a fantastic show and sale!
Hanna RCMP investigate several grass fires
On June 21, 2023, at 6:39 p.m., Hanna RCMP responded to reports of multiple grass fires along Highway 9, between Hanna and Youngstown.
19 Recommendations for a Just Transition
The House of Commons Natural Resources Committee tabled its report on “Creating a Fair and Equitable Canadian Energy Transformation” late in the day on Monday, June 19…
Fuel tax paused until December 31
The rising cost of living is a top concern for Albertans and Alberta’s government remains committed to keeping everyday life more affordable by saving Albertans 13 cents per litre…
The Worst of the Worst
On Wednesday night, Canadians learned the Prime Minister’s Office knew about the transfer of notorious serial killer, rapist, and designated dangerous offender Bernardo’s transfer…
East Sounding Creek 4H News, Jun 19
The results are in! The Carcass members finished their projects on May 15 where we all met at the Crossroads Centre in Oyen.
Coyote Pups
Although this picture was taken in 2018, I thought it was worthwhile to share with you all, as it was shared with me by Nancy Hanson, who is a subscriber.
Pig roast back by popular demand
Due to popular demand, the pig roast at Alsask has become an annual event. Members of the Alsask Drop Inn Centre were so pleased with the success of last year’s event…
Pop 89: About That Soul You’ve Been Meaning to Restore…
I get up from my armchair and begin pulling my muses from the shelf. I know when I open the books, despite having been written years and years ago, their words are timeless.
Food banks are supplying a vital need in our communities
Food Banks are essential in west central Saskatchewan and across the border into Alberta. Those food banks are strategically located in Oyen, Luseland, Kerrobert, Kindersley and Rosetown.
Check It Out: Raising kids other people want to be around
Were you raised in the era when you had three TV channels, played in the dirt, ate bologna sandwiches, rode in the back of a pickup truck, drank from a hose, and said, sir and ma’am?
Penton: Bo Levi hoping to resurrect career in Hamilton
Bo Levi Mitchell is hoping a change of scenery will lead to a return to Canadian Football League stardom.
Redcliff man surrenders to police
Charges have been laid against a Redcliff man after shots were fired at police. On June 16, 2023, RCMP were responding to an assault and theft at a property in Redcliff.
Saturn is one of Saskatchewan’s fastest growing oil companies
The Jeffersons (remember them?) may have been movin’ on up, to a deluxe apartment in the sky, but Saturn Oil & Gas just pulled off a similar move of its own.
Acadia Valley News, Jun 15
As I sit down to write the news this week, I have my windows open for a change. It’s a much cooler and windy day today and it’s trying to rain…