Town of Oyen Library: Booknotes
The library is currently open as usual, but we have added a curbside service option as well. If you prefer to pick up materials this way, please call ahead or email…
5 specialists you should see before school starts
Whether your child is starting kindergarten this year or continuing their education, there are many things outside of school that can affect their success.
Faces of Wellness program seeks Albertans who inspire wellness
Alberta Blue Cross® is looking to recognize Albertans who are champions for wellness in their communities through its annual Faces of Wellness Program.
Hanna players on U22 AAA provincial championship team
Congratulations to Carter Munch and Aiden Tickle from Hanna who played on the U22 AAA provincial championship team from Castor!
Cereal 2nd Annual Mud Bog (32 photos)
The Cereal Athletic Association’s 2nd Annual Mud Bog was held on Saturday, July 29. Over 40 entries came from as far away as Shaunavon, Sask, Medicine Hat, Smokey Lake and Rimbey, Alta.
Grounded Lithium’s Kindersley project could cost $447 million to build, but bring in $350 million per year
Grounded Lithium Corp. announced some of the metrics around its proposed Kindersley Lithium Project (KLP) coming from its preliminary economic assessment (PEA).
Premier in Pollockville
It was quite an honour for Pollockville to receive a visit from Premier Danielle Smith at the Hardgrass Bronc Match.
Oyen kids have fun at VBS!
Oyen Evangelical Missionary Church (OEMC) hosted a Vacation Bible School for sixteen- twenty children during the first week of August.
Oyen Funeral Home marking 100 years in business
MacLean’s Funeral Home has been in operation for a century, and the Town of Oyen is set to celebrate in style.
HISTORY OF MACLEAN’S FUNERAL HOME
Funeral service in the area in 1922 by a pioneer named Jack Waterhouse. Jack had heard through CN Rail that, following fires in the community of Cereal, there was opportunity for new stores in the village.
Sibbald News, Aug 7
The Switzer cousins held a family reunion on Canada Day weekend at Aspen Crossing Campground. Of the 11 first cousins, nine families came together for a fun weekend…
Oyen Crossroads Museum new exhibit
We here at the Oyen Crossroads Museum are excited to announce our newest little exhibit that can be found in our Greek-Ukrainian Orthodox church.
Consort RCMP charge female with drug and weapon related offences
On July 28, 2023, at 4 p.m., due to an ongoing drug investigation, Consort and Coronation RCMP conducted a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant on a residence in the Village of Consort.
Plans for the Chili Cook-Off are in the mix
Once again, ATB Hanna will be hosting their annual Rodeo Chili Cook-Off and Outdoor Market Friday, September 15th, 2023.
Correction! Hanna’s Farmers Market
We offer our apologies to Hanna’s Farmers Market for using the wrong photo in last week’s paper!
Help for farmers impacted by wildfire and drought
The AgriStability program has reopened for late participation so producers affected by wildfires and drought can consider enrolling to manage business risks.
Viva Vitality: Create a Family Media Plan
How much time do you and your family spend online or in front of screens/monitors? It is probably more than you realize!
SCHS teacher retention issues lead to virtual learning
It’s been a months-long process at Oyen’s South Central High School to hire teachers to fill vacant positions, but two courses will be taught virtually as retention efforts come up short.
New exhibits at Crossroads Museum
Hello everyone! We are excited to announce the unveiling of three new exhibits at the Oyen Crossroads Museum! The first, our “Laundry Day” exhibit, is a look at the evolution…
TC Energy spinning off Keystone Pipeline, 18 years after it was first proposed
TC Energy is spinning off its liquids pipelines, principally its Keystone/Marketlink system, into a separate, yet to be named company.