There has been a bit of moisture off and on again, along with some temperature changes. I hope everyone is starting to get into the festive spirit—that is definitely happening at the Lodge!

The community of New Brigden celebrated the grand opening of their new hall on November 28, coinciding with the annual Winter Wonderland.

The Oyen & District Health Care Foundation is crediting community generosity for another year of improvements to local health services, as donor contributions funded…

Alberta’s government is investing nearly $6 million to prevent, interrupt, and respond to family violence while supporting survivors.

This fall, Sinead began her first year at the University of Saskatchewan, enrolled in a four-year Bachelor of Science in Biology program.

Gatherings with friends and family to celebrate the holidays? Maybe you’re hosting this year. There are a few things to think about before the big event.

Alberta’s government plans to introduce a motion under the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act aimed at defending law-abiding firearms owners.

While December brings holiday celebrations for community members across the province, it’s important to practice safe driving and to never drive impaired due to drugs or alcohol.

Alberta Parks has capped off a busy 2025 season, welcoming millions of visitors to its 305 provincial parks and drawing outdoor enthusiasts from across the province and around the world.

It’s not often that a seasoned politician deviates from their carefully crafted talking points and says something that sounds authentic.

With the holiday season approaching, Alberta RCMP is reminding residents to take steps to protect their mail and parcels as delivery volumes — and thefts — typically rise this time of year.

Primary Care Alberta offers a comprehensive, evidence-based fluoride varnish and dental sealant program aimed at preventing tooth decay in young children.

I usually use this column to talk sports—football, baseball, maybe the odd hockey mention—but there’s something bigger than sports that’s been a constant in my life: music.

Enjoy this week’s editorial cartoon.

Enjoy this week’s comic strips and have a laugh!

In hockey-mad Canada, fans spend their time watching hockey, thinking about hockey, talking about hockey and mentally planning Canada’s roster for the 2026 Olympic Games in Italy.

Last Christmas, I sent out a story for publication in this newspaper titled “The Sears Christmas Wishbook,” describing the joy that the Wishbook catalogue brought to the nation…

Advent holds a special place for me. And it’s not just about counting the days ‘til Santa comes, or opening the cute little cardboard calendar and pilfering the chocolates…

The holiday season is upon us once again. One season ends and a new one begins. Ready or not, here it comes! Christmas can bring about strong emotions when we are in the process of grief.

One Christmas light asked another Christmas light, “Are you working this Christmas?” The light replied, “On and off.”

From left, Charmain Snell, treasurer, and Pat Stober, president of the Oyen Leisure Society, gratefully accepted a $50,000 donation from the Special Areas Board towards the development…

Dalton Powell, younger son of Calvin and Haley Powell, grew up with cattle, rodeo and a strong rural work ethic on his family’s ranch near Youngstown.

Hello everyone! The frost sure looks beautiful on the trees these days, though those foggy mornings can be a bit dreary.

Well, here we are, kicking off our 2025/2026 year of Beef 4-H for the East Sounding Creek 4-H Club. It was a full house at our first meeting, and at the top of the agenda was our election of officers.

On the beautiful evening of November 22, 2025, MacLean’s Funeral Home hosted its 28th annual Tree of Remembrance. This cherished tradition is a time to honour and celebrate the families…

Alberta Treasury Branches, adopting the brand name ATB Financial in 2002, officially celebrated its 80th anniversary on September 29.

My apologies to Arnold McKee and Terry Westerlund in regard to the article by Arnold in The Oyen Echo last week about the Block Horse sale.

New arrivals to the Acadia library’s bookshelves include three fiction books. For the adults, Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey-Stein. Juvenile readers can choose between…

ADULT FICTION: An Amish Widow’s New Love / by: Vannetta Champman, The Christmas Ring / by: Karen Kingsbury, A Heart so Haunted / by: Hollie Nelson…

CALGARY – Alberta’s health agencies are once again turning parking tickets into holiday cheer. Starting today, Parking Services across Alberta Health Services…