Scorpions and Badger Athletic Awards handed out
Congratulations to all the winners recognized at the Scorpions/Badgers athletic awards. The evening also featured the Badgers showing appreciation to their billet families.
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta Distributes Over $466,000 in Grants!
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) distributed over $466,000 through all their granting initiatives this spring.
Senior’s Week at the Lodge a huge success
Hello everyone. It sure was nice to be active again in our Lodge. June 3rd-June 9th was Senior’s week and it was a very busy week.
Penton: LPGA stars heading in different directions
The recent U.S. women’s open golf championship featured two superstars heading in opposite directions — Nelly Korda in the midst of her rise to legendary Hall-of-Fame status…
Pop 89: Are You Willing?
Today, I'm returning from a quick train trip to Ottawa to visit my eldest sister, her husband and my nephew Dave. Antsy, after a five-hour train ride and eager to explore the city…
SPORTS TALK: Can the Oilers bring the Cup back to Canada?
The Edmonton Oilers are one major obstacle away from ending Canada’s 31-year Stanley Cup drought.
KREW KUTS: The Oyen area and D-Day
Despite our complacency and habit of thinking that wars and military conflict occur elsewhere, they often have a direct impact on local communities.
Check It Out: Fatherlessness is today's biggest problem
As we approach Father's Day, I will recount a humorous memory. We were visiting friends, when my son noticed an old photo on their fridge.
Trustee Lois Bedwell wants kids to have the best possible educational experience
Lois Bedwell, Board Chair for Prairie Rose Public Schools (PRPS), is in her second and final term as a trustee. She worked as a librarian at South Central High School for 17 years…
Purple Pansies for Pancreatic Cancer fundraiser a huge success
The Purple Pansies for Pancreatic Cancer fundraiser was once again a huge success, thanks to the efforts of a team of dedicated volunteers.
Town of Oyen Library: Booknotes, June 9
CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOKS: A Family Tree / by: Staci Lola Drouillard, Gabby’s Dollhouse 5 minute Stories / Various Authors, Summer is Here / by: Renele Watson.
Attendance Recognition Ceremony
Attendance Recognition Ceremony was held this week. Here students were recognized for great attendance.
Viva Vitality: Fluoride myths busted
There are many myths regarding fluoride consumption, particularly in terms of fluoridated water and toothpaste usage.
OYEN BRIEFS: Interesting snippets from CARA and Special Areas newsletters
Special Areas fire departments responded to 195 calls in 2023, a slight decrease from 2022. Medical responses continue to be a large part of the calls for local fire departments…
The Heroes of Normandy
Death struck deeply into those who waded ashore on June 6, 1944. Struggling to quickly move from their landing craft to the sand of Normandy beach.
Baseball is back!
Baseball is back for the “flock” for another season. The Oyen Eagles travelled to Kindersley on May 28 to take on the Stallions. Nice weather made for a great night of baseball.
Archery program at Warren Peers School
Warren Peers School in Acadia Valley has been working with the National Archery in Schools Program (NASP) for about 12 years.
Grad Class of One!
Not every graduate gets 100 percent of the attention on grad day, but Taylor Kinch-Wilke did. She was the sole 2024 graduate at Altario School in Alberta, located 74 km northwest of Marengo.