90TH BIRTHDAY!
Ken Nichols stopped by for a visit at the Oyen Lodge and was presented with his 90th Birthday certificate last week.
New principal of New Brigden School, Jacalyn Poncelet is grateful to be back in a rural environment
Jacalyn Poncelet joined Prairie Rose Public School (PRPS) this year as principal at New Brigden School and knew from her first day there she’d made the right decision in taking the position.
Recruitment announced for Chair of the Special Areas Board
Jordon Christianson, current Chair of the Special Areas Board, has announced that he will not be seeking reappointment as Chair once his current appointment expires in September 2025.
Oyen and District Seniors Report
Thirteen members enjoyed a delicious potluck meal, and 12 people remained for the meeting on October 2. Lynda called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Respiratory virus immunizations now available
Albertans are now able to book their annual immunizations against fall respiratory viruses.
AHS Refuses to Negotiate Wages with HSAA
On October 10, Collective Bargaining between the Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) and Alberta Health Services (AHS) broke down over the employer's refusal to negotiate wages.
Penton: Rejuvenated Darnold sparks NFL Vikings
Big-name quarterbacks in the National Football League are taking a back seat to some lower regarded passers and the best example through the first five weeks...
SPORTS TALK: McDavid and Draisaitl need to take the Oilers to the promised land
As the NHL rolls into a brand new season, all hockey eyes in this area will be focused on the Oilers. Can they do it again and get to the Cup Final?
Pop 89: Magic in the Moon
Wandering through Moon Records in the beautiful old Customs building on Cumberland’s main drag, I am instantly drawn to the book shelves.
Check It Out: Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak
John Wayne, an actor from the past, said, “Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway.”
Deepening Indigenous Education and Reconciliation
Christ the Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is thrilled to announce a new educational services agreement with Rupertsland Institute as part of our 2024-2025 learning plan.
Alberta RCMP provide traffic safety tips for a new season
Fall is a season of change in Alberta. Days are getting shorter, which can heavily impact visibility and driving conditions. It’s important for both drivers and pedestrians...
Albertans’ input shapes health care refocus
Albertans are playing a pivotal role in shaping a stronger health care system that meets the needs of their communities.
Time’s up. Defund the CBC.
The media landscape is changing, and it’s time to respond to this shift by defunding the increasingly irrelevant CBC.
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: Dry Road to Nowhere
FICTION: Dry Road to Nowhere / by: William W. Johnston, Society of Lies : A Novel / by: Lauren Brown, Then Things Went Dark / by: Bea Fitzgerald...
OYEN LODGE: Residents enjoy road trip to Empress for lunch
Hello, everyone. It’s that time of year where the nights are getting a lot colder, and the furnaces are starting up.
Breast cancer awareness and screening
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is underway. If you’re 45-74 years of age, it’s a great time to check that breast cancer screening is part of your regular health routine.
Message from Oyen’s Fire Chief
Fire Prevention Week 2024, with the theme “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You!”, focuses on educating the public about the importance of having functional smoke alarms in the home.