They say, “The Best Things in Life Are Free” The Oyen Echo will now be mailed FREE to the following communities…

Almost certainly guaranteed to happen in 2024 (emphasis on the ‘almost’)…

This was a funny post I discovered on social media. It read: To the lady who flipped me off when I honked at you, your phone probably isn’t on top of your car anymore.

Sergeant Rob Welsman reported a busy December, with six prisoners being brought into custody over the course of the month.

Hello Hand Hills! Happy Happy New Year to all of my readers. May this be the best year yet. You are in complete control of how happy it is.

Property crimes can involve the theft of valuable or irreplaceable items.  When considering ways to safe guard your loss or assist in the return of your stolen items…

A couple of curlers had rushed off the ice to set up the fireworks, so a game may have been sacrificed to ensure the Village could enjoy the fantastic fireworks display…

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church: Scapa, the historic local country church, had a good attendance for its Candlelight Christmas service on December 23.

I’ve heard family defined as the people who have to take you in when you wash up on the rocky shores of life. In 2010, when, in the midst of sporadic successes in my professional life…

Norma Gummo celebrated her 100th birthday on December 9th. Norma lived in Sicamous for 30 years and worked in the Post Office from 1974-1989.

NON-FICTION: ATCO : An epic legacy Vol. 1-3 : 1947-2022 / by: George Johnson, ADHD For Smart Ass Women ; How to fall in love with your neurodivergent brain / by: Tracy Otsuka.

“Workouts with Shandi” provided an opportunity for locals to try out a short-term “in-person” fitness class for the month of December.

Looking to the new year, many people seize the opportunity to reflect on how they might improve their lives. Each year, the fitness industry sees an increase in sales of equipment…

Elected by acclamation in October 2021, Mayor Danny Povaschuk was asked to reflect upon his role as Mayor for the Town of Hanna halfway through his term.

Jim Holman is retiring after 41 years of managing the Manors and Villas for Big Country Housing Authority. His positive attitude and outgoing spirit have been an asset…

Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again when many people make resolutions to improve their health; often involving dieting or weight loss goals.

Albertans are encouraged to nominate remarkable community members, leaders and innovators for membership in the Alberta Order of Excellence.

Hanna Figure Skating Club (HFSC) held its annual Mini Carnival prior to its Christmas break, allowing its skating stars to shine on ice.

The communities of Oyen, MD of Acadia and Special Areas #3 now have an affordable transportation option for individuals aged 55 plus.

There is no way to predict what 2024 will bring except that your life will continue. It is entirely up to you how your life continues.