Penton: Gushue faces strong field at Brier
Until he’s dethroned, Newfoundland’s Brad Gushue will be the favourite every time he slides out of the hack at the Canadian men’s curling championship.
Pop 89: Seeing Beauty
Some things are beautiful. One cannot walk along the ridge of 70 Mile Butte and look out over the vast, open grassland as the sun limns the horizon into eternity and shrug.
Check It Out: Government doesn’t operate like a business
Actor/comedian Bill Murray once said, “The best way to teach your kids about taxes is by eating 30% of their ice cream.”
Viva Vitality: Eat More Vegetables and Fruit!
March is Nutrition Month and Alberta Health Services is encouraging people to eat more vegetables and fruit. Vegetables and fruits are full of nutrients…
Illegal narcotics seized at Coutts port of entry in two separate incidents
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping harmful drugs from entering our communities and to disrupting organized crime.
Budget 2025: Snip. Taxes cut for Albertans
As the province faces headwinds from tariff threats that could cause inflation, Alberta’s government is ensuring Alberta families have more money in their pockets…
Irrigation district penalized for diver fatality
An irrigation district has been penalized $365,000 related to a workplace fatality.
Enhanced support for local fire services
Emergency situations bring an uncertainty that can leave the effect of stress and anxiety for many Albertans and their communities.
Acadia Valley Ice to Dice Daily Schedule
February 24 to March 2. Daily Poker Hands. Nightly 50/50 Draw. Dinners begin nightly at 5 pm. Minors welcome until 7 pm.
SIBBALD NEWS: Locals participate in Beef Expo
Do you feel it? The extremely cold weather has broken today. It is glorious to be outside without being bundled to the nines and feeling like your lungs are frozen.
OYEN LODGE: Clark Huston entertains residents at Valentine’s party
Hello, everyone. It is so nice to have warmer weather again. I hope everyone had a great long weekend.
3 reasons to wear pink on February 26
Recently, many countries have designated specific days to raise awareness and prevent bullying, whether at school or in the workplace.
How do you react when you witness bullying?
Bullying, unfortunately, continues to be a significant issue in 2025. Although many bullies commit their acts discreetly, others act in plain sight.
Acadia Municipal Library: Love your library month
This is the last week of Love Your Library Month. Tell us why you love the library and you could win a small basket of goodies!
Seven teams participate in Oyen Ladies Bonspiel
The Oyen and District Curling Club hosted the 2025 Ladies Bonspiel on February 8. The one-day spiel consisted of seven teams that curled 4-end games throughout the day.
Albertans deserve better health care now
Over half a million Albertans don’t have a family doctor, stressed families are waiting for hours in the emergency room with sick children, and frail seniors…
