Highway 3 twinning moves ahead
Alberta’s government has awarded the first contract to begin twinning Highway 3, improving safety, creating jobs and spurring economic investment in the region.
Know your personal risk for heart attack & stroke
Albertan’s aged 40-75 will now be able to find out what their risk of having a heart attack or stroke will be in the next 10 years using a new cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk screening tool…
Pop 89: Only Listen
I’m watching planes take off from the Vancouver airport tarmac as I wonder how I pulled myself away from my brother’s cottage on 15 acres of old-growth trees and wild ferns?
Check It Out: One man’s unique perspective
Everyone sees things from their own unique perspective. For example, an elderly Alzheimer’s patient said, “It’s wonderful. I’m making new friends every day!”
Editorial Cartoon: Charles on Coins
Look kids! Charles the Third is now on coins! Who’s Charles the Third? What are coins?
THE DELIA GAZETTE: Magic of Christmas
Delia’s Christmas Market was Sunday, November 12 and was a great kick-off to the Christmas season!
Why a living wage matters
With soaring food prices, unaffordable housing costs and rising energy bills, a living wage becomes ever more relevant for Albertans.
Oyen Lodge News: Preparation for Holidays
Hello everyone! I hope everyone has had a good transition into November; it’s so strange not to have snow and cold weather yet.
Drumheller RCMP Investigate Break and Enters
At approximately 11:30 pm on November 11th, 2023, Drumheller RCMP responded to an alarm call at the Drumheller and District Solid Waste Management Facility…
Centre Street Thrift Store prepares for Christmas sales
Centre Street Thrift Store volunteers have been working harder than Santa's elves lately. With a "treasure chest" of great Christmas-themed items and decorations…
Meet your BADLANDS BADGERS: Carsen and Caleb
Carsen plays Infield/Pitcher and enjoys Pasta. Caleb plays Catcher/Third/Outfield and likes Ribs.
SNOW BUNTINGS!
Snow Buntings at Hanson’s south dugout. Photo taken by Nancy Hanson on November 18, 2023.
Oyen junior boys volleyball team in Zone playoffs
The junior boys volleyball team was in Zone playoffs earlier this month and showed improvement in each game against some very good competition.
Hanna junior girls volleyball team win silver medal
Congratulations to the J.C. Charyk Hanna School junior girls volleyball team on their silver medal at Zones!
Hanna Hawks win to move on to provincial football final
The Hanna Hawks defeated Holy Redeemer 84-62 on Friday, November 17 to advance to the ASAA 6-A-Side Provincial Final this Friday…
Tourism spending recovers two years ahead of schedule
Alberta’s tourism growth is creating new opportunities for local businesses and supporting jobs for Albertans.
Provincial program to provide Oyen seniors with accessible transportation
Rural communities in Alberta, including Oyen, will receive funding from the provincial government for a program aimed at providing accessible transportation for seniors.
Viva Vitality: Improve your health with more plant-based foods and proteins
The latest version of Canada’s food guide emphasizes eating more plant-based foods and proteins due to their many health benefits.
HAND HILLS GRAPEVINE NEWS: Rancher’s Ball
Hello Hand Hills. Another week has flown by. Crazy things happened throughout this year, and this November is no different.