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Our military history must be remembered

Our military history must be remembered

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, a major offensive by Allied Forces that became synonymous with the carnage of the First World War. From July 1 to Nov.
Hort students spicing things up

Hort students spicing things up

It's been about two months since up to 500 pounds of vegetables were illegally harvested from the horticulture program's garden in September.
Gets taste of career through dual credit program

Gets taste of career through dual credit program

A world of opportunity has opened up for Christian Payuyo since he moved to Olds from the Philippines three years ago.
Ask church staff for full views on issues

Ask church staff for full views on issues

In response to “Religious Conference Went Too Far” and “LGBTQ Community Members Take A Stand,” printed in the Nov.
Scientific terms misused to bolster arguments

Scientific terms misused to bolster arguments

The Olds Albertan has, in the last two publications, given voice to two different individuals talking about science, even though neither of these individuals is actually a scientist. And it's easy to tell.
Olds College names new leaders

Olds College names new leaders

Olds College (OC) has announced two new appointments to its senior leadership team, effective immediately.
Reader says can't profess full beliefs

Reader says can't profess full beliefs

As we approach Remembrance Day and remember our forefathers who fought for the freedom we have today, I find it interesting to note in view of the controversy regarding the recent conference in Olds First Baptist Church that I am allowed to say I am
Power outage hits 500 customers

Power outage hits 500 customers

Falling trees resulted in two back-to-back power outages in Olds Thursday, Nov. 3, according to FortisAlberta corporate communications director Jennifer MacGowan. The first outage occurred just after 2 p.m.
Poppies, flags laid at veterans' graves

Poppies, flags laid at veterans' graves

The No Stone Left Alone (NSLA) ceremony took place on a warm sunny day last week at the Olds cemetery. It was hosted by the IODE Baron Tweedsmuir Chapter along with the Olds Legion and Holy Trinity Catholic School on Nov.
Canadian corps valued worldwide

Canadian corps valued worldwide

On Aug. 4, 1914, Britain declared war on Germany. Canada, as a member of the British Empire, was automatically at war, and its citizens from all across the land responded quickly.
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