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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Don’t call it the new “North Battleford hospital.”

It is Saskatchewan Hospital, according to North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater, who waded into the debate last week about funding for a new hospital in Prince Albert.

He was reacting to comments from Prince Albert’s mayor, Greg Dionne, who has called for provincial

money towards re-development of that city’s existing Victoria Hospital.

In an interview with the Star-Phoenix Feb. 11, Dionne made clear he wanted to see funds allocated in this year’s provincial budget towards a new P.A. hospital.

“Oh, absolutely, it’s Prince Albert’s turn,” Dionne said.

Later, Dionne was quoted saying “we were told when the hospital was done in North Battleford the

next one would be Prince Albert.”

That comment drew a reaction from Bater on Twitter on Feb. 12. He pointed out the new psychiatric hospital on the outskirts of North Battleford isn’t a city hospital facility.

“There is no new ‘North Battleford Hospital.’ The Saskatchewan Hospital is a provincial psychiatric hospital located just outside of our city. It serves all of Saskatchewan,” Bater’s tweet stated.

Continued from Page 1 Administration has said increases would cost “the average water consumer” an additional $72 per year, although those who use more water would pay more, and those who use less would pay less.

According to a report by Chief Administrative Officer John Enns-Wind, the town’s water and sewer rate bylaw hasn’t been adjusted since 2010, and the last increase in water and sewer rates occurred in 2012.

Residents who use a minimum amount of water and who don’t disconnect their water usage aren’t likely to notice a change.

Those affected by the new changes include people who turn their water off and reconnect it, and consumers of large amounts of water.

Among new changes, residents can only disconnect from the water system once per year free of charge. If a resident has more than one voluntary disconnect in a calendar year, they’re charged a $100 reconnection fee.

Regarding water fees, all accounts are charged a minimum of $84 per quarter regardless if they have their water turned on or off. According to EnnsWind’s report, $84 is a fixed cost.

The previous rule said only those whose water is turned on pay a minimum of $84, regardless if water is consumed.

Regarding sewer fees, all accounts are charged a minimum of $51 per quarter regardless if their sewer is on or off, and regardless of water consumption. The bylaw says no adjustments are to be made due to leaks or other plumbing issues.

According to the new bylaw, water use above 30 cubic metres up to 100 cubic metres costs $1.20 per cubic metre (up 10 cents per cubic metre), while water use above 100 cubic metres costs $1.30 per cubic metre. The latter category didn’t formerly exist, and topped out at $1.10 per cubic metre after consumption of 30 cubic metres of water.

Sewer water use up to the first 30 cubic metres used is unchanged, resulting in a $51 fee, although use above that results in increases.

Another change is that rental tenants applying for water service are to pay a new $200 deposit. The deposit is transferable if someone moves in town.

Property owners are exempt from the deposit.

Nonpayment once billed can be expensive.

Billing and cutoffs are largely unchanged. Bills must be paid within 30 days of the due date, and a reminder is sent with a 14-day notice that service will be disconnected if not paid in full. The town charges a $150 fee if water is reconnected during town

working hours, and $250 if reconnected outside town working hours.

Such fees are in addition to funds already owed.

Infrastructure fees are also increasing. Quarterly infrastructure fees are now based on water meter size.

A metre less than one inch will cost $56, one to one and a half inches costs $71, while two inches and larger costs $91.

Bulk water rates from the water station remain the same, as $19 per 4.55 cubic metres.

The bylaw changes were introduced and three readings were approved at a single meeting.

Some bylaws town council passes, including discretionary bylaws, are required to be publicly advertised. Mayor Ames Leslie said changes to the water and sewer bylaw were a “change in internal policy,” and didn’t have to be advertised to the public, adding the changes don’t affect a single neighbourhood, but the whole community.

An opportunity for residents to speak up against water and sewer increases, Leslie said, took place in January during budget deliberations.

While council approved the bylaw, the rates must be approved by the Saskatchewan Municipal Board for the new bylaw to take full effect. Approval by the municipal board could take a number of months.

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New incentives, land prices ahead for NB

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A few changes are set to happen for North Battleford’s land pricing and tax incentive policies at City Hall.

A one-year sale of residential properties in Killdeer Park and Fairview Heights is in the works, as the city looks to sell more lots in the face of a slow housing market. A new incentive for renovating commercial buildings on the corridor route is also coming.

Other recent incentives aimed at revitalization are set to continue. City administration is recommending extending the downtown incentive program for another 24 months. They also favour keeping in place the disincentive tax on vacant properties both downtown and in the commercial corridor.

Council members sitting as the planning committee Tuesday were generally supportive of the recommendations presented by administration. The next task for administration will be to prepare a policy for council’s consideration and approval.

Following is a rundown of recommendations outlined in the report, prepared by City Planner Ryan Mackrell.

One-year sale on Killdeer/Fairview residential properties, plus incentives for new residential: Administration is recommending a one-year sale on residential properties in Killdeer Park and Fairview Heights, at 10 to 15 per cent off the currently listed price.

This is the best option, said administration, given the downturn in the market and the city’s current high inventory of residential lots.

Administration also recommended incentivizing new residential builds.

The most likely option would see 100 per cent of the municipal portion of property taxes exempted through years one to three, followed by 75 per cent in year four and 50 per cent in year five.

The other option is to

follow this incentive for infill lots only, and set the incentive for Killdeer and Fairview at 100 per cent in year one, 75 per cent in year two, 50 per cent in year three and 25 per cent in year four. However, administration is not recommending this latter route, given the number of neighbourhood lots available.

Mackrell noted housing builds were significantly down across the province, and didn’t see things picking up anytime soon.

“I think it will be a tough year in 2019 if we don’t incentivize anything,” said Mackrell.

The city is also proposing a one-year trial for the land sale and residential incentive, which Director of Planning and Development Jennifer Niesink said might spur interest.

The general direction from council was for an aggressive approach. They expressed support for a one-year trial period and a sale price of 15 per cent off.

Mayor Ryan Bater said this was called for, pointing to the debt that was borrowed to service Killdeer.

“Every year that we’re not selling those lots is a year that we’re paying for debt servicing,” said Bater, adding, “It makes more sense to be as aggressive as we can.”

Councillor Kevin Steinborn also expressed support for a reduction of 15 per cent.

“I’d like to see those lots start to move,” said Steinborn.

Councillor Kelli Hawtin, who chaired the meeting, also favoured 15 per cent, provided the price “covers costs and debt servicing.”

Mackrell noted the city would lose money reducing the price any more than 15 per cent.

Additional 24 months for downtown incentive policy: Administration said they believe the wide-ranging downtown incentive policy is working.

“Let’s have it keep working,” was Niesink’s comment.

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other three months. Administration recommended keeping it going as it is for another 24 months. Council members were supportive.

Five applications under the policy were approved: the Capital Theatre renovation, the new theatre construction, the new Giant Tiger, Linda’s Pawn renovations and the Moon’s Kitchen renovation.

Mackrell also noted other improvements done on a dozen other properties and businesses downtown outside of the policy.

“Just bringing more people downtown will create more of that spin-off that you’ve just seen from the construction,” said Mackrell.

Corridor disincentive tax stays: The key corridor disincentive tax, which saw higher mill rates imposed on vacant properties throughout the 100th Street-Railway Avenue corridor, is also seen as working.

However, Mackrell noted that due to Cities Act provisions, council cannot increase the mill rate on these properties any further. He explained the Cities Act only allows them to go nine times higher than the lowest mill rate.

“We’re maxed out on how much we can increase it now,” said Mackrell. Instead of “hitting them with a stick,” he suggested offering a “carrot.”

Commercial incentive for building renos on 100th Street-Railway Avenue corridor: Administration recommended targeted incentives for renovation of buildings along the key 100th StreetRailway Avenue corridor.

Specifically cited were the old police station, the former Shell station and a number of Railway Avenue properties.

Administration recommended a three-year, 100 per cent municipal tax exemption for renovations valued over $250,000 and four years for $500,000plus.

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plication last fall for a tax incentive for a proposed strip mall on 1542-100th Street, outside the downtown area.

That project looks like it is out of luck. Administration’s report stated it “does not recommend incentivizing commercial properties outside of the downtown in

2019.” Mackrell indicated it could hinder potential developments in the downtown.

“It was tough to justify with everything going on downtown,” said Mackrell.

“I think any incentive for a commercial new build would hurt downtown right now.”

There was sentiment from Mayor Bater and others on council to include a clause where there is an incentive granted when a vacant or derelict building is demolished and a new build goes up in its place outside downtown.

Mackrell indicated that could be included in the policy.

Post office break-in under investigation Staff The News-Optimist requested and has received a comment from the media relations department of Canada Post regarding the Saturday break-in of the post office building in Battleford. Following is the statement: “We can confirm that a break-in recently occurred at the Battleford Post Office. Unfortunately some post offices boxes were damaged during the breakin. These are expected to be repaired shortly. In the interim, affected customers can collect their mail in the post office with government issued photo ID. We apologize to those customers for the inconvenience.

“We can also confirm that there is a security system on the premises. We’re currently investigating with our security provider if there are any issues with the alarm system.

“If anyone is concerned about ID fraud, they should contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. As well, if customers believe they haven’t received a particular piece of mail, they should contact the sender.

As this incident is under police investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further.”

Sunday, the News-Optimist reported the Battlefords RCMP had been able to offer some additional information on the breakin to the Battleford post office, however they were holding some information back for investigatory reasons.

An email from Pernell

St. Pierre, Sgt., Watch No. 3 Commander, stated, “I can say at this time we are not sure what was taken from the post office. The post office staff will have to determine this and I can confirm there was significant damage to the interior of the building. There is some hold back evidence that we are not going to disclose to protect the integrity of this investigation.”

Sgt. Pernell said if the public has concerns about their mail, they should contact Canada Post directly as they will have specific information on individual mailboxes.

The original RCMP release issued Saturday just after 5 p.m. contained the following information: On Saturday, Feb. 16, at approximately 8:14 a.m. the Battlefords RCMP received a complaint of a break and enter to the Bat-

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Battlefords RCMP responded along with the Battlefords Forensic Identification Section.

It is believed the break and enter occurred overnight. It is unknown at this time what, or if anything, was taken.

Battlefords RCMP are continuing to investigate.

Battlefords RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance with any information related to this crime.

If you have any information about this file, please contact your nearest police service or RCMP Detachment, or if you have information and you wish to remain anonymous in your reporting, you may call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477), or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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We understand the public can be Jayne Foster, Editor frustrated at the sometimes skimpy information made available after a crime. It’s important for our readers to understand the real media, not Facebook groups or online posts and tweets, follow rules meant to ensure reported information is accurate and in the best interests of the public.

1. First of all, it must come from sources that have access to the correct information. 2. They must be sources who have the authority to speak on the record. 3. They must also be willing to speak on the record.

In the case of the break-in to the Battleford post office, we’ve heard more than what’s being reported, just as many of our readers no doubt have, but we don’t publish information that is not ours to share.

That would be a breach of confidentiality. Nor do we publish details that cannot be attributed to an official source, as it may not be accurate, which is hardly in the best interest of the public.

Our initial reports on the break-in to the post office came from RCMP press releases, the second of which we received after requesting more information.

The RCMP pointed out some information was being held back to protect the integrity of their investigation. We’re sure readers would rather see the culprits caught than see the investigation compromised and those responsible never found.

As for information from postal corporation itself, we know from experience Canada Post prefers any statements made to come down from the top. We have no desire to make the lives of our fellow community members any more stressful as they deal with the aftermath of the break-in, so when, as expected, the local post office staff referred us to the media information resource of Canada Post, we politely said thanks. Head office of Canada Post quickly answered our request for more information.

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Dear Editor I was very late crawling into bed one night. Actually, it was more like one morning. The bedside radio was set at the CBC; at night it picks up programs from public broadcasting stations all over the world, which I find very interesting. However, I wasn’t interested in what was on at the time so I did what I rarely do: I dial twiddled.

Suddenly, loud and clear, there came a private station from south of the border. At first, by the tone, I thought

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it had to be from Texas, but it was closer, too close. It was an all-night phone-in and the person I heard was the host. Then I heard a caller going on about Them and that if nothing was done those Aliens would be murdering people all over the country. For a moment, I could see numerous little green men rushing all over, zapping people. Then I realized he meant immigrants. It was obvious the host agreed with the caller. There was a break, three minutes of commercials offering truck tires, we will pay your back taxes, we will pay your credit card debt and telling truckers where they could get the latest information on trucking. Aha! It was a 24-hour station for truckers. However, as the show wore on I hoped Canadian truckers do not listen to it. It didn’t seem to be truckers calling in anyway. It was apparent it was a station for Republicans and fundamentalists. Anyone else was rudely shouted down. The next caller tried to give his opinion to state that everyone was an immigrant or descended from immigrants and that included the black people, who had been unwilling immigrants.

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“Oh, don’t give me that stuff and don’t give me that black stuff.”

It didn’t take long to realize that if a person with Democrat leanings phoned in they were shouted down and perhaps cut off, after being insulted.

I turned back to the CBC to get something for the mind. I did. A repeat interview about the growing role of comfort dogs.

Another night I thought I’d check on the redneck station one more time. It was worse than before! A woman tried to give her opinion regarding immigrants, saying Joseph and Mary had been forced to go to another country, with Baby Jesus, to escape the murderous intentions of King Herod. The host, who constantly kept on about what he called Christian values, cut her off, saying she was “dumber than ----.”

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If you want to retain more air force pilots, pour money into air cadets

The headline in the National Post on Feb. 10 seemed dire: “Clock ticking as Royal Canadian Air Force looks to stop hemorrhaging experienced pilots – The dip in experience as veteran aviators leave for other opportunities has forced senior commanders to juggle where to put those still in uniform.”

The thrust of the story is that the Royal Canadian Air Force cannot retain the pilots it has, and can’t produce enough new pilots to replace those who leave.

Let me get this straight: quite possibly the coolest job in existence in our country, fighter pilot, isn’t cool enough to get people to go into it and stay in it?

Hell, we only have around 80 operational CF-18s these days (or less).

That’s why we’re buying used ones from the Australians. Out of 37 million Canadians, we can’t crew 80 fighters?

We used to have an air force that deployed 640 or so CF-100 Canucks, among the ugliest fighters ever to take to the skies.

How did we find pilots to fly those, with a population half the size?

I don’t have all the answers, but I can point to one direct cause of why flying fighter planes isn’t cool enough anymore to get people to sign up: the continual starvation and wussification of the cadet program, in particular, air cadets.

I was a cadet for six years, from 1987 to 1993, graduating as a warrant officer first class and cadet squadron commander. A few years later, I became reserve officer in the Cadet Instructor Cadre, spending most of my seven

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years in uniform as a training officer and mustering out as a lieutenant.

Now, for three years, I’ve been a parent involved with the local squadron’s parent committee.

And through all that time, there have been some continual themes.

There’s always less money.

There’s always less we can do. It’s always more political correctness.

There’s always less true military involvement. In other words, the program has continually become wussified. As in, made into a wuss.

From the get go during the Second World War, one of the stated program aims was to stimulate interest among youth in the military. But over the years, what was a horrible failure has become an abysmal failure.

In the seven years I was an officer, from 2001 to 2008, I don’t recall any of the cadets from our unit going on to the regular force. Maybe one or two did later in life. Maybe I missed one. I know one became a Mountie. But of the 30 to 50 cadets we had at any one time, zero or next to zero joined the military. That is an abysmal failure.

Now why is that?

Their officers, myself included, had next to zero actual military training.

Of my military knowl-

edge, truly 99 per cent was learned on my own time and interest, and not through formal military training.

And then there was the snowflakization of the program. “No warlike training” meant you couldn’t even let the kids play capture the flag. Seriously. We played capture the flag when I was a kid going to Jesus camp, but I couldn’t lead our cadets in a glorified game of tag. (I understand that capture the flag has since returned.)

There was a slow progression to rid the program of actual guns. A pellet gun was “considered sufficient for marksmanship training,” as .22-calibre target rifles, which I used as a cadet, were being phased out. Now they hardly ever see .22s.

Then there was, and is to this day, the continual budget cuts. I thought, for sure, this would have changed when the Conservatives took power. I was wrong. And it continues with the Liberals.

So now, my kid’s squadron is doing their stage 2 marksmanship competition, with air rifles, at home, and mailing in the targets. That’s because the program doesn’t want to pay to get the range teams to travel to one place for an actual competition.

Recently even food for some cadet activities has been cut back. The kids now have to bring their own, or the parent committee has to cough it up.

Really? Are we that cheap now?

How much does it cost to train a CF-18 pilot? A 2014 Toronto Star article quoted $2.6 million, and seven years to get to that point.

At the time we were getting foreign pilots (can you say mercenaries?) to fly many of our various models of planes, because we were that short.

When they quit, that investment is gone.

In the meantime, it costs the air cadet program about $20,000, give or take, to teach a 16 or 17 year old how to fly a Cessna-172.

How many kids could you teach to get their initial private pilot’s wings for the cost of training just one CF-18 pilot? About 130 or so. How hard would it be to encourage some of those kids to go on and actually enlist? To become career military pilots?

The answer is simple.

Pour money into the cadet program. Don’t just add a few cadet pilot training seats. Multiple it by 10. Instead of one kid per squadron getting their wings every year, make it 10.

Make the program cool and relevant again. Don’t be afraid of actually being part of the military. Don’t allow cadets to become Boy Scouts and Girl Guides in everything but name, which is effectively what they are now.

If being a fighter pilot is no longer the coolest thing around, we have a serious problem.

Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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An example of what makes America grate Continued from Page 4 unwelcome as some of the people raised here. I sure would not like that host to immigrate to my neighbourhood – and he was raised on this continent.

After listening to that man telling so any callers their thoughts didn’t matter, I recalled a day when I was 15 and chrome furniture had been in style for some time. I ventured an opinion.

“I don’t think I like chrome furniture,” to which a certain male snapped in a sneering manner, “Who cares what you think.”

There sure wasn’t going to be any discussion on the good and bad points of chrome furniture. I simply had no right to an opinion.

I have real concerns about a radio station that pays someone to preach their opinion constantly and arrogantly and who has the means to silence anyone who agrees with him. That is not what we should have in a

democracy. Mind you, he is in a country where what passes for a leader calls the “mainstream media” The Enemy of the People. That sounds like dictatorship, where the presses are smashed and reporters murdered.

I almost forgot. The host believes everyone should carry a gun and social programs like medicare are a form of communism. Perhaps so, but of a kind that does not end up being just a medium for yet another dictator. Perhaps a small c communism.

Of late years, we had a government that tried to starve our national radio and television, the CBC. I could hardly believe my eyes when I read a certain circular some of the MLAs of that party were sending around.

Untruths. I suppose some politicians would like to destroy the CBC because their excellent investigative reporters could be breathing down their necks someday.

Some people will say that CBC is paid for by

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our taxes. Of course, it is. Isn’t everything?

Would you rather have the airwaves dominated by someone like the man on the so-called truckers’ station, going on about Christian values, being rude, bad mannered, unkind, bigoted and harsh? What does anyone learn by listening to him?

Of course, most private radio stations are not like that one.

They give community service, but I wish their announcers wouldn’t shout.

All my life, the CBC has entertained me, educated me, made me think, made me laugh and sometimes annoyed me.

By supporting our public broadcaster, I support Canadian talent, reporters who travel the world to bring us news, reporters who give us Canadian news (one of my favourites at present comes from North Battleford), technicians, artists, musicians, writers and on and on. People tune into CBC all over the world.

I suppose many people will say they can get news from the internet. I would wonder who is putting it there.

I will sign off by again referring to that redneck station. I suppose it is just one more example of what makes America grate.

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Blues singer Suzie Vinnick will take the Dekker Centre stage Feb. 23, and she hopes to warm audiences with her music as the winter plods on. Photo submitted

Suzie Vinnick shakes love around Feb. 23

By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

Roots and blues musician Suzie Vinnick hopes to sing away North Battleford’s winter blues at the Dekker Centre Saturday, Feb. 23.

Vinnick is originally from Saskatoon and is now based in Ontario. Vinnick is a Juno Award nominee and has won 10 Maple Blues Awards.

She describes her voice as one “you’ve heard a thousand times and one you’ll never forget.”

Vinnick said her set will feature mostly blues songs with some “singer-songwriter material worked in” and maybe a country song or two.

Sometimes Vinnick tours with a band, but the North Battleford show will be solo. Vinnick said she likes performing solo because it allows for an intimate experience with the audience.

Vinnick told the NewsOptimist this week the Dekker Centre is beautiful and she is excited to play there again. Her last show

here was place in 2013.

Shake The Love Around is Vinnick’s new record. In 2018, the album was the number one most played album on the Stingray Music The Blues (Canada) channel.

The album’s title, Vinnick said, was inspired by some friends in Forget, southeast of Regina.

At the music venue she would play, before a meal, the owners would say grace, then right after say “shake the love around,” “and everybody would kind of do the wave.”

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Program hopes to fill need Continued from Page 1 find housing and securing medications.

A psychiatric nursing program was previously run out of the old Saskatchewan Hospital, and “there are people who are still working who graduated” from that program, Palidwor said.

But many RPNs, Palidwor said, are 50 and older, and “heading for retirement in the next few years.”

She said the nursing association board has pushed for more seats for years, but Palidwor said, regarding the North West College program, “I don’t know if it’s going to be enough to stop the dam when all of us start retiring.”

While she said she’s unsure if there’s been an increase in patients, mental health is now a more widely discussed topic than it has been previously.

“Due to more publicity, more people are actually seeking help, whereas be-

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fore they hid it or went into other means to try and get better,” Palidwor said.

“Everybody in the world, it doesn’t matter if you think you’re normal or not, [is] at some point going to require mental health assistance.”

The provincial govern-

ment and the hospital made headlines leading up to and after the hospital was completed, but Palidwor said the need for a new facility has “been an ongoing issue for decades.”

Palidwor added health is expensive no matter who pays for it.

Mental health support group hosting meeting at library Submitted

The North Battleford Peer to Peer Support Group is hosting a sharing and information giving time at the North Battleford Library on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m.

There will be a presentation on the work of the P2P group in support of

people living with a mental health condition. There will also be presentations about mental health in general, and some music to enjoy from local reggae musician Ari Parker, and discussing any questions and comments people have.

P2P affirms that peer support is an important

part of living a fruitful life while one moves forward while dealing with a mental health condition.

As Michael Landsberg stated clearly, people living with a mental health reality are “sick not weak.”

Indeed, P2P says, “We are not just sick, but valuable, contributing members of our society.”

Missing blind man found Staff

The Battlefords RCMP are thanking the public, Saskatoon Police Services’ Air Unit and search and rescue for their assistance in locating a North Battleford man who didn’t return from his morning walk.

Shortly after 9 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 18, Gordon Bingham was located near North Battleford and was transported by EMS to Battlefords Union Hospital for treatment of hypothermia and frostbite related injuries.

The 66-year-old man was reported missing Monday to the City of North Battleford RCMP. Bingham, who is consid-

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Festival boasts two vocal adjudicators

By Kelly Waters

Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival Committee

The 2019 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival is honoured to host two vocal adjudicators. Vocal and choral entries open the festival with adjudicator Janice Paterson of Saskatoon. Last week’s column introduced Paterson. Featured in this column is Janet Nichol.

Nichol will be travelling from Alberta to share her expertise with local youth in the areas of musical theatre and speech arts.

Nichol is an established vocal teacher, clinician and performer. Nichol obtained a music degree in voice from the University of Alberta, and then continued her studies at the Mannes College of Music in New York, the Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria, and at Oberlin College in Ohio.

Her selected operatic roles include Gretel (Hansel and Gretel), Suzanna (Marriage of Figaro), Frasquita (Carmen), Mimi (La Boheme) and Yum Yum (The Mikado). Her musical theatre roles include Rose (Song of Singapore), Queen Victoria (Poppy), Big Jane (Three Postcards) and Emily (Wings). Her recital programs span the classical, musical theatre,

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pop and jazz repertoire.

In 2012, Nichol retired from Grant MacEwan University where she was an instructor for 28 years in the music program and 21 years in the musical theatre program. She was the vocal director for more than 50 musical productions and taught individual voice lessons and performance classes in both programs.

She served on the national board of the National Association of Teachers of Singing from 2002 – 2005 and is a past president of the North Central Alberta Chapter of NATS in Edmonton. For five years, she

was the vocal advisor with the Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival Board.

Nichol has given masters classes and lectures and has adjudicated at numerous music festivals and competitions in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Since 2015, she has been a vocal instructor for the St. Albert Children’s Theatre Intensive Program. In 2018, she joined the artistic staff of St. Albert Children’s Theatre for their main stage productions. Nichol maintains a private voice studio and performs in the genres of musical theatre, opera and jazz/pop music.

Other adjudicators for this year’s festival include Rick Lett from Alberta for band, Nova Wong Wingtak from Saskatoon for strings and Laurel Teichroeb from Yorkton for piano students.

Each adjudicator is an expert in their field.

The tentative disci-

pline schedule, pending actual entries and unanticipated schedule conflicts, begins with voice, followed by speech arts, band, strings and finally piano. The speech arts and musical theatre classes will share the same adjudicator.

Participants are adjudicated by experts in the field of each musical discipline and recommendation to the provincial and national competitions.

“I tell people I’m a song stylist. A song stylist allows me the freedom to sing anything I want. If the lyrics and melody please me, then that should be the only criteria for what I choose to sing.”

– Nancy Wilson (1937-2018)

Wilson was an influential jazz-pop singer post-War America.

To be eligible for scholarships and awards, participants must be 19 years or under and have lived in the Battlefords and district for a minimum of six months prior to the festi-

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By Lynn Strendin Thank you to all the people who came out to the live model drawing session. We had a good turn out. If you’d like to try your hand at portrait drawing from a model, the next date will be Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Any questions: email lestrendin@ hotmail.com There’s still time to see the art club’s paintings at the Western Development Museum. Pictures will be taken down on Feb. 26.

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Good Luck Finding It finds Saskatchewan’s ‘it’

By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

The images of Marcel Petit and Wendy Sharpe’s new Chapel Gallery exhibit are all too familiar for rural Saskatchewanians, although they look for beauty in rural buildings locals might consider old junk.

Good Luck Finding It is an exhibit featuring large photos of rural and small town things placed beside large paintings, of those same things. Subjects include unoccupied buildings in towns and on farms, and the province’s most famous and abundant renewable resource: prairie.

Petit said the buildings tell part of Saskatchewan’s story, as they are “all over the place.”

The pictures came from one long day of driving to places in southern Saskatchewan, including Girvin, Jonesville and Central Butte. The population of some of the towns they visited consisted of a few families.

Petit said when describing their project, some assumed Sharpe would be painting his photos, but that wasn’t the case. He took photos, and Sharpe took her own reference shots, which she then turned into paintings.

Some of the places Petit and Sharpe visited have small populations, but where they could, they set out to eat a piece of local apple pie.

“Of all these towns we only found one place that had good apple pie,” Petit said. “You’d think that every small town would have a place with apple pie, but they don’t.”

Good Luck Finding It - Photographs and paintings from rural Saskatchewan.

“Come on, Saskatchewan.”

One building was made of handmade bricks, “and it’s really astonishing what they did with it.”

A quick pass through such towns on internet maps reveals the settlements might not even be considered towns. The division between public and private property isn’t clear.

Petit said he and Sharpe weren’t bothered by anybody as they took their photos, although “it’s creepy being in these places because you wait for somebody to show up and go ‘what are you doing, get out of here.’”

In Central Butte, Petit said he thinks locals were talking about the two strangers.

While on Main Street “just looking around,” a car turned in the middle of the street “and slowed right up.”

Petit thought they were going to get in trouble, but the man greeted them.

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said the exhibit was “the first big show of my paintings.”

An inspiration for Good Luck Finding It comes from a trip Petit took to Ireland, in which he found a ghost town. Buildings were erected in anticipation of a railway, but it never came.

Battleford’s story isn’t dissimilar, as the town used to be the capital of the Northwest Territories. For reasons including economic ones, the capital moved to Regina. Some say the Battlefords’ story is one of unfulfilled potential.

Economic forces are often the reasons for settlements existing or not, and what’s called “progress,” Petit said, “really sticks it to the small towns,” including his parents’ hometown, Duck Lake.

Sharpe and Petit had also made plans to artistically interpret graffiti on First Nation reserves, but where they looked, graffiti was painted over, including Petit’s mother’s reserve,

and took risks including using colour in her work like she hadn’t before.

“Crying is part of our process, and so is listening to hip hop,” Sharpe said.

“But it’s all good.”

Sharpe said there was “something special” in how some of the buildings were cared for.

Petit and Sharpe also got to know each other during their trip, despite some annoyances and disagreements. At one point, Sharpe said she wanted to take home a door she found on a dilapidated building.

Petit refused.

The trip might or might not be representative of Petit and Sharpe’s relationship. The morning started grey, but by the time they got back home, the sky was blue.

The exhibit runs until March 24, 2019.

Marcel Petit and Wendy Sharpe are two Saskatchewan-based artists with an exhibit in Chapel Gallery. Their project involved travelling to some of Saskatchewan’s “ghost towns” to take photos and paint some of what they saw. Some of what they did included exploring abandoned buildings, a young Saskatchewanian’s unofficial pastime. Photos by Josh Greschner

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Filmmakers occasionally frequent the area, Petit said, and the man said he wanted to show Petit and Sharpe where good shooting spots were.

City of North Battleford Curator/Manager of Galleries Leah Garven said she had wanted to work with Petit, an established Saskatchewan artist, for some time. Petit is also executive director of Saskatoon’s Core Neighbourhood Youth Co-op.

Petit said he was familiar with some of the places he and Sharpe travelled, and that he is well-travelled in the province. In fact, he said he applied to be the Saskatchewanderer, a travelling blogger who writes about the province, for two years.

“I’m a perfect person for this,” he pitched. “I’ve already been doing it for 10 years.”

Wendy Sharpe is an artist working in Saskatoon, who also makes films, among other things. She

Beardy’s, where Petit’s brother is chief.

Petit and Sharpe intended to go to Uranium City, although they didn’t get the grant funding required to do so. Petit said Uranium City is “astonishing.”

“As a kid, Uranium City was this amazing place to me where people lived,” Petit said. “And now it’s a ghost town.”

If they make it up north, Petit said he’d like to interview people, “set the camera up, and do our thing.”

The pair embarked on what would become Good Luck Finding It instead.

Petit secured the Chapel Gallery sooner than expected, and part of the process of taking photos and painting was rushed.

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The Riverside Rebels tournament was an exciting day. The girls played many games and had fun.

Riverside Rebels clinched first place, Mead-

ow Lake Volleyball Club placed second and La Loche Lakers took home bronze. Organizers extend a thank you to all the teams who attended despite the cold.

The Riverside Rebels attended the first of three SaskCups in Saskatoon Feb. 9 and 10. The Riverside Rebels won seven games in a row and played against Saskatoon Lightning in the finals. The Riverside Rebels placed second out of 40 teams from across the province. The

gold medal game was an intense and close match.

The Riverside Rebels is a strong team made up of eight girls who have played volleyball together for a number of years and simply love the game. Head Coach Vic Stynsky has devoted countless hours to developing the girls’ volleyball skills over the years. Assistant Coach Lisa Heidel has recently joined the team and is an amazing asset to the coaching staff.

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Attention on Team Silvernagle at the Scotties

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The focus of sports fans in the Battlefords this week was on Sydney, N.S. and the Scotties Tournament of Hearts.

The North Battlefordbased rink of Robyn Silvernagle was in action at the Scotties this week representing Saskatchewan.

Team Saskatchewan started with a nationally televised first game on TSN up against the defending champion Team Canada rink of Jennifer Jones on Saturday night.

That game was close throughout, with Silvernagle tying things up at 5-5 scoring two in

the eighth. But the Jones team had the hammer, and scored one in the 10th for a 6-5 win.

Saskatchewan rebounded the following day with a 6-4 win over Andrea Crawford and New Brunswick. Afterwards, team members took to the phones for the Sandra Schmirler Foundation telethon to raise money for hospital equipment supporting neo-natal care units.

Monday action saw Silvernagle score two in the 10th to beat wild card Casey Scheidegger 8-6 in the morning, but their late game was a surprise as Kerry Galusha and the Northwest Territories won 9-4. The Territories scored

three in the ninth to put the game out of reach. That dropped the Silvernagle rink into a three-way tie for fourth place in pool B at 2-2.

On Tuesday the Saskatchewan team took on the Kelli Sharpe team out of Newfoundland and Labrador and won 8-4, to move into a tie for third place in pool B at 3-2.

On Wednesday, they were scheduled to play Yukon and Prince Edward Island.

Throughout the Scotties, fans in North Battleford have been following the Silvernagle team and rooting them on.

“Go Team Sask! We’ll be cheering here at home,” read the tweet from North

Twin Rivers Curling Club completed its U15 bonspiel Feb 10. A total of 12 teams competed and it was the rink of Rodney Klippenstein who ended up victorious – skip Rodney Klippenstein, third Jessica French, second Kiera Jensen and lead Lucas Nachtegaele. Photo Submitted

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Horrell and Belyk over Rogers.

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BNS still in mix, Spagrud up for two awards

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It’s been a notable few days for the Battlefords North Stars and for one of its players in particular.

That player is Cody Spagrud, who was named the Global Ag Risk Division nominee for two SJHL awards categories.

Spagrud is up for Player of the Year against Turner Ripplinger of the Estevan Bruins and Carson Albrecht of the Melfort Mustangs. He is also up for Best Defenceman against Jake Heerspink of the Bruins and Calvon Boots of the Flin Flon Bombers.

In the other categories, the Top Goalie category is between Justen Close (Kindersley), Colby Entz (Melville) and Declan Hobbs (Nipawin). The Rookie of the Year award is between Nolan Renwick (Notre Dame), Luke

the third period, the North Stars held on.

Joel Grzybowski got the win, stopping 28 of 30 shots. Zach Johnson took the loss for the Klippers stopping 15 of 18.

The North Stars got a crucial win over the Klippers to move to within two

points of the lead in the division race on Friday night.

A quick start helped the North Stars on this night.

With Tate Page in the box for interference, Owen Lamb capitalized on the power play two minutes into the first period, with Macgregor Sinclair and Braydon Buziak getting the assists. For Lamb, it was his 23rd goal of the season.

Will Van Der Sloot cut it to 2-1 on the power play at 16:59. That was all the scoring through one.

The second period saw Seth Summers score what proved to be the game winner at the 1:08 mark, Matthew Fletcher and Owen Lamb assisting.

Van Der Sloot’s second power play goal of the game at the 14:50 mark in the third period brought the Klippers to within one.

Despite a furious push by the Klippers, who outshot the North Stars 13-3 in

show, to be held at the Civic Centre, is the third of four shows on consecutive days across the province.

North Battleford’s date and time is Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. Adult tickets are $10, seniors are $5, students 18 and under are $5 and children six and under attend free.

The 2019 Saskatchewan

Stars on Ice Road Show will also appear at Shellbrook, Leader and Loreburn.

The tour involved the billetting of approximately 30 skaters, arranged by the host club. Two to three skaters are billetted per home.

The host club will also provide a hot meal for

Team Saskatchewan between practice and the show.

In other skating news, the local CanSkate club is having a showcase finale, which is the year end event displaying all the CanSkate children in the community who participated this year, on March 24 at the Civic Center in North Battleford.

Spadafora (Melville) and Vincent Nardone (Flin Flon). Finally, the MVP award is between Michael Clarke (Humboldt), Turner Ripplinger (Estevan) and Justin Ball (Melfort).

SJHL media will be casting their votes this week on who the winners will be.

As for the divisional race, the North Stars remain in the hunt after picking up three out of a possible four points this past weekend.

They now sit third with 68 points in the Global Ag Risk Division. Both Humboldt and Kindersley are on top with 71 points after Kindersley’s 4-1 win over Humboldt on Monday to snap the Broncos’ 10-game winning streak.

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Two third-period goals allowed the North Stars to force overtime and earn a point in Melfort Saturday night.

Melfort got on the board first with a power play goal from Carson Albrecht, his 29th of the season, at 4:58 of the first. Kayle Tosh made it 2-0 at the 12:58 mark.

But Quintin LoonStewardson’s 11th of the season, from Elijah LoonStewardson and Ryan Gil on the power play, made it 2-1 through one.

In period two, Albrecht’s 30th of the season from Ball made it 3-1.

But the third period saw the North Stars claw back. Sinclair’s 25th from Spagrud and Buziak at the 2:30 mark cut the lead to one, and then the North Stars tied it at 3-3 with Lamb’s goal. Gil and Noah Form got the assist.

Overtime solved nothing, and Melfort took care of business in the shootout with goals from Ball and George King.

Neither Elijah LoonStewardson nor Braydon Buziak could capitalize

for the North Stars in the shootout session, and the game ended 4-3.

The North Stars outshot Melfort 40-28 but Noah Giesbrecht stopped 37 of 40 shots for the win and was named the game’s first star. Grzybowski stopped 24 of 27 for the North Stars.

The North Stars have a busy weekend ahead as they head to the southeast.

They play Weyburn on Friday, Estevan Saturday and Notre Dame on Sunday.

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Skate Battlefords has been given an opportunity to host the 2019 Saskatchewan Stars on Ice Road Show next month.

This event highlights young talent from across the province and will also have performances from local skaters.

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Local skaters attended the regional skating competition on Feb. 9 and 10 in Biggar. Skaters, coaches and families braved frigid temperatures to compete with fellow skaters in the region, with many new skaters having their first experience with competition. Skate Battlefords skaters are busy preparing for the provincial competition being held in Saskatoon March 2 and 3. Photo submitted

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Sharks wrap season

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Sharks wrapped up their best regular season ever over the weekend, as they finished sixth in the overall female AAA league standings.

They played the Melville Prairie Fire in what were their final two games in Melville before the Prairie

Fire leaves the league. In the first game, the Sharks took a 3-0 lead and wound up winning 4-2. Sydney Rowley opened the scoring on the power play, and the Sharks’ Madison Sansom got two goals on the night.

Brooklyn Rowley scored into an empty net to wrap things up.

The second game on Sunday saw Melville win

5-4 over the Sharks. Jordyn Blais had two goals and Kiana McNinch and Sydney Rowley also scored for the Sharks in the loss.

The Sharks finish the season with seven wins, 13 losses, four overtime wins and four overtime losses for 33 points. Next up for the Sharks is Swift Current in the first round of the playoffs.

Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. Game two goes March 2 at 8 p.m. in LeRoy. The Outlaws also are involved in their own Sask West league playoffs with a semifinal game at home Friday, Feb. 22, versus Unity.

In Midget A action the Battlefords Barons host Martensville on Sunday

at 4:30 p.m. for game one of their series. Game two goes March 2 in Martensville.

In Bantam A action, the Battlefords Barons take on Swift Current in their first round series.

Game one is Feb. 27 in Swift Current while game two is in the Battlefords on March 2.

tleford starting at 8 p.m.

Game two goes Sunday in Shellbrook and the third game would be March 1 back in Battleford.

The other matchup sees Edam Three Stars take on Meota, and that series is already underway with the Three Stars winning over the Combines 5-1.

Game two goes Thursday at the North Battleford Civic Centre. Game three is Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in Edam. Game four, if necessary, is back in North Battleford Tuesday at 8 p.m.

All four teams swept their opening round series to make it into the semifinals.

SHA provincial action this weekend

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A number of local area teams are in Saskatchewan Hockey Association playoffs this weekend.

The Wilkie Outlaws are in action in Senior B playoffs. They host LeRoy in game one of their secondround provincial series

SPHL semi-finals set

By John Cairns Staff reporter

The matchups are now confirmed for the semifinals in the Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League.

The Battleford Beaver Blues take on Shellbrook Silvertips in one series.

Game one is Friday in Bat-

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Bev Barth Wilkie’s coach of the year Press-Herald Staff

Former North Battleford teacher Bev Barth is Wilkie’s Coach of the Year.

The following is from her nomination: We would like to nominate Bev Barth for Coach of the Year for 2018. She is a dedicated karate instructor and sensei teaching classes in Wilkie, Unity, and Biggar and continues to take classes to upgrade her skills.

She has won various medals and awards for kata and weapons and is now training with the sword. She is a very hard working and dedicated coach, always taking the time to help her students, not with just their lessons, but by being a friend when needed.

She was a teacher at St. George in Wilkie and was teacher and principal in North Battleford. Bev is involved with the young offenders program in North Battleford.

She also is involved with the Wilkie and District Museum Board. Bev and Rob enjoy their dogs and they travel to various dog shows throughout the

Coach of the Year Bev Barth with Carol Delainey, Wilkie and District, Culture, Parks and Recreation Board representative from the Town of Wilkie council. Photo submitted

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Curling characterizes Heidt family of Kerrobert

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It was interesting to see stories on Russ Howard coaching his son at the 2019 Saskatchewan Tankard provincial curling playdowns, accompanied by daughter Ashley who is part of the CurlSask Team; and being referred to as curling royalty. However, Saskatchewan has a long history of one family competing in championship events in Saskatchewan, racking up multiple success stories along the way.

The 2019 SaskTel Saskatchewan men’s provincial curling championship included all four members of the Heidt family. While Drew and Mitch were part of Team Virtue, coached by dad Brad, Josh skipped his own team in the weekend’s event.

This family of curlers brings a long line of success stories into the unique scenario of having all members of one family participating at one championship event. Championship events have been part of these fellows’ curling resumés for a number of years.

The patriarch, Brad Heidt, is well known for skipping a team that included Wayne Charteris, John Whetter and Warren Rechenmacher at the

1982 Labbat Brier after winning Saskatchewan men’s provincials. Heidt returned to the Labbatt Brier in 1995 with a team that included Mark Dacey, Wayne Charteris and Dan Ormsby. The team finished the round robin in second place and lost to Kerry Burtnyk in the Brier final, making for some exciting times for the community of Kerrobert and province of Saskatchewan.

Brad has also won mixed provincials in 2007 with Darlene Gilles, along with his son Drew and wife Tracy. He has won six world curling tour events.

In 2010 Brad skipped a team of Gerald Shymko, Dan Ormsby and Dale Hannon to a senior men’s provincial title, which he repeated in 2011 with Sandy Sutherland taking over for Hannon. In 2016, Brad skipped his team of long time team mate Dan Ormsby, along with Mark Lang and Glenn Heitt to the senior men’s provincial title sending them to the national senior men’s curling championship. In 2019, Heidt skipped this same team to another provincial senior men’s curling berth.

Brad has also coached his wife and sons in past Saskatchewan playdown events.

Josh Heidt, skipped his own team at the 2019

A curling dynasty – Brad Heidt, son Drew Heidt, son Josh Heidt, and son Mitch Heidt. Photo submitted by Sherri Solomko

SaskTel Tankard and is no stranger to the event as he has been there seven times before. Josh was part of his brother Drew’s team that captured the Saskatchewan High School Athletics provincial boys title in 2004. Josh qualified for the Canada Winter Games in curling in 2007. In 2015, his team won the Red Deer Classic, beating Brenda Botcher in this curling tour event.

Mitch Heidt won the Canada Winter Games curling event in 2003. He

has earned spots at three World Curling Tour events and has made eight appearances at the Saskatchewan Tankard men’s [rovincial curling championships.

Drew Heidt won the Canada Winter Games in 2003 in the curling event.

In 2004, his team won the Saskatchewan High School Athletics senior high boys curling provincial title. In 2007, he captured a mixed provincial curling title along with his dad, Brad, and mom, Tracy. In 2008, his team captured the Ca-

nadian University curling title, sending them as Team Canada to World University Games in Turino, Italy, with Steve Laycock as a team mate. Drew has also curled on the World Curling Tour and made six Saskatchewan Tankard appearances When asked what the biggest takeaway from curling is, Drew responds, “There is more to sports than the game itself. It can also be fun, stressful and grueling all at the same time.”

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If you weren’t in a curling rink in the winter, where would you be? Drew answers, “Probably golfing somewhere warm.”

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Moving past extreme cold

By Corrina Murdoch Correspondent

After well over a week of extreme temperatures dipping below -40º C, Medstead’s weather broke with a Saturday snowfall.

After several bus cancellations, the week concluded with operational school buses before the start of Reading Week on Feb. 16.

After a week free of classes, school resumes Feb. 25.

Though the school is closed, Chase the Ace remains operational, with regular, live-streamed draws occurring on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. In addition to this fundraiser, the school showed its local support by dedicating the

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Much local fundraising has been done for this cause, including a pancake breakfast at Sandwith Hall on Feb. 17. These efforts are in support of a local five-year-old with neurological issues causing seizures. According to the GoFundMe, the monies raised are to assist with cost of care. A show of positivity and community spirit, as of

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Another great cause that Medstead facilitated was the Telemiracle fundraiser that took place on Feb. 13. In spite of the extreme cold, more than 100 people came out and showed their support for this cause. A total of $1,615 was raised through the buffet-style lunch that served a wide variety of entrees and desserts. Medstead Hometown Grocery annually participates in this event.

Moving into the remainder of winter, several events are forthcoming.

Among the upcoming festivities is the figure skating carnival, slated for Feb. 24 at the Medstead Arena.

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OBITUARIES WILKINS: In loving memory of Phyllis Wilkins, born July 3, 1922 at Maymont, SK., passed away peacefully with family at her side February 10, 2019 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Phyllis’s memory are her children: Richard (Marion) and their children: Sandra (Monty) and their children: Ashley (Josh) and their children: Phoenix and Chanel; Sara (Brian) and daughter Vetra; Jayleen (Pat) and sons: Dean (Andrea) and Devon; Byron (Christina) and children Mackenzie, Benjamin and Joshua; Linda (Ray) Carriere and children: Rhonda (Terry), Michael (Angela) and children Andrew, Katie and Justin; David (Beverly) and children: Tammy (Glen) Ross and children: Brandon (Robyn) and Jenifer, Christopher (UBecky) and sons: Michael and Connor; Maureen (Greg) Vaughan and sons: Scott (Kristine) and children Emsley and Ryker; Brock; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband George, Grandson Troy Vaughan, Daughter-in-law Valery, Granddaughter-in-law Becky, Brothers Harold & Alder, Sister Ivy, all her Brother-in-laws and Sister-in-laws. Memorial donations may be made to Villa Pascal or Heart and Stroke Foundation. A graveside service will be held in the Spring.

Phyllis’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Villa Pascal and Battlefords Union Hospital for the excellent care given to our mother. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com . Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306-446-4200) __________________________________________________

FUNERAL SERVICES AYOTTE: Mass Of Christian Burial for Mrs. Geraldine (Gerri) Ayotte, beloved wife of Guy Ayotte, resident of Battlefords District Care Centre, will be held on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, SK with Fr. Sebastian Kunnath, Celebrant.

Memorial Donations are requested to Battlefords District Care Centre, Box 69, Battleford, SK or to the Alzheimer’s Society, 301-2550-12th Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306-446-4200) __________________________________________________________ PALMER: It is with sadness the family of Dr. Gordon Stewart Palmer D.C., beloved husband of Mrs. Hazel Palmer, resident of North Battleford, SK., announce his passing Friday, February 15, 2019 at Battlefords Union Hospital. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from Third Avenue United Church with Rev. Fred J. Tinio officiating. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Third Avenue United Church, 1301-102nd.

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DUNSER: Herb Dunser, 87 years old, of Boulder City, Nevada, passed away on February 8, 2019 in Saskatoon, SK. A family memorial will be held at a later date. Herb was born in North Battleford, SK to Louis and Magdalena Dunser on August 14, 1931. He went to school in Robinhood, SK. Herb is survived by his children Adraine Mierau (Mark), Cara Dunser (Rocque), Herbie Dunser (Melissa) and stepdaughter Shelley Newell (Clive). His brother Albert Dunser (Lin), his grandchildren Zoe, Hunter, Hayden and Taylor and his nieces and nephews that were close to his heart. The family of Herb wishes to extend our sincere thanks to St. Paul’s Hospital and would like donations to be made to 5th Floor Medicine at St. Paul’s hospital in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be emailed to www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. Jennifer Wildeman in care of arrangements. 306-445-2418

MCMURPHY: In Loving Memory of Joseph Marshall McMurphy, born February 17, 1944 at Maidstone, SK., passed away February 1, 2019 in Edam, SK. Survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Trudy; children: Shawn - Jade & Jackson, Joanne (Jeff) Chan; (†Troy) Denise McMurphy (Dean Horn) - Nikki, Amber & Miranda; brother, Drake (Kathie) McMurphy; inlaws, Shirley Price (Dave Rodh), Ron Price (Sharon), Terry Price, Kelly (Julie) Price; one cousin Esther who he considered as a sister & her husband Alvin Knapp ‘Curly’; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of many great friends. Predeceased by his parents Joe & Helen McMurphy; son Troy; Brother-in-law Bob Price; Sister-in-law Brenda Price; Trudy’s parents Art & Margaret Price. Funeral Service was held on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Edam Community Centre, Edam, SK with The Rev. Canon Donald Skinner officiating. Eulogy was given by Martin Smith. Shared Special Memories were by Drake McMurphy, Nikki, Amber & Miranda McMurphy. Music: See You Again - Carrie Underwood; Picture Of You - Johnny Reid and Forever Country - Artist’s of Then, Now, Forever. Honorary Pallbearers were Art (Sue) Esquirol, Raymond (Judy)Thom, Lawrence (Judy) Carignan, Garry (Elaine) Poole, Roger (Betty Anne) Kraft, Gloria Smith and Martin Smith. Urn Bearer was Shawn McMurphy. Memorial Donations are requested to Children’s Hospital, Saskatoon, SK, Trust Fund - Lady Minto Resident Fund, Edam, SK or to the Edam 1st Responders. Interment will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks The family of Joe McMurphy would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all their dear friends and family for their visits, phone calls, messages of sympathy, bringing food to the house, beautiful flowers, cards and memorial donations in Joe’s memory. You have touched us deeply with your kindness, love and support after Joe’s unexpected passing. Special thanks to Reverend Canon Donald Skinner for his comforting words both before and during the service; Martin Smith for the eulogy; Drake McMurphy for sharing his special memories of his brother; Nikki, Amber and Miranda McMurphy for sharing their special memories of “Grampa Joe”; the honorary pallbearers; Kevin Blanchette for producing the wonderful tribute to Joe through his powerpoint presentation; Robert MacKay of the Battlefords Funeral Service for his professional services and more importantly his compassion; the R.M. of Turtle River and Village of Edam councils and Administrators for their tremendous support and for providing and serving the lunch; the Edam 1st Responders; the nurses at COPS in BUH for always brightening up Joe’s day whenever he was there; and to all our family and friends that came from near and far in the frigid weather to attend the service. Your thoughtfulness and kindness will remain in our hearts forever. Trudy McMurphy. Shawn, Jade and Jackson McMurphy. Jeff and Joanne Chan. Denise, Nikki, Amber and Miranda McMurphy.

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BAILLARGEON: Mrs. Leona Baillargeon resident of North Battleford, SK passed away with family by her side Monday, February 4, 2019 at the River Heights Lodge at the age of 97 years. Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from St. André Apôtre Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Cuong Luong as celebrant.

Interment will be held at a later date at the Jackfish Cemetery. Leona is lovingly remembered by her children, Pauline (Albert) Reiter, Lionel (†Marge) Baillargeon, Marcel (Sharon) Baillargeon, Irene (John) Dawe, Jacqueline (Gerald) Weedmark and Laurier (Merlie) Baillargeon; 16 grandchildren and 30 greatgrandchildren; sisters, Vivian (Clarence) Lanovaz and Lillian (†Nick) Roach; sisters-in-law, Doris Regnier and Denise Regnier; as well as numerous nieces, nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul (1986), daughter, Rollande (2014); parents, Leon & Antoinette Regnier; sisters, Nelda (Johnnie) Wilgosh, Marie (Leo) Coté; brothers, Alfred (Annette), Daniel, Victor, and Andrew (Linda). Memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Leona Baillargeon may be directed to the masses or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

Card of Thanks Thank you to Father Cuong Luong, Deacon Bellavance, soloist Jaki Esquirol, organist Gary Gansauge, also all the mass offerings, food, flowers and kind thoughts. Thanks to Notre Dame CWL for the lovely lunch, to Eternal Memories for their professional services & to River Heights Lodge for the care that she received. Leona Baillargeon’s Family POTRATZ, Joan Alda (Nee Hoegi) August 15, 1937 – January 31, 2019 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Alda Potratz at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon following a brief hospitalization. She was predeceased by her parents Arnthruda (Josephson) and Milton Hoegi and her exhusband Ronald Potratz. She leaves behind her sister Marybelle Ritchie, and brother Edward (Pilar) Hoegi; her children Shelley, Karen (Gary) and Ken (Arla); her grandchildren Chelsea (Vaughn), Jillian (Dillon), Livia, Lexxa, Matt and Brock; and great-grandchildren Hailey, Jacob and Brooks. Joan was born in Elrose, SK and lived in several Canadian towns and cities as a child including Lanigan where she graduated high school in 1955. She married in 1956 and moved to North Battleford. She loved summers at the cabin on Murray Lake, watching the birds and tending the gardens at the cabin and at home. She attended secretarial college once the children were older and enjoyed working at a variety of government office and bank jobs. After being stricken with rheumatoid arthritis in her late 40’s Joan remained active taking Taekwondo lessons and curling at which she achieved an “8 Ender” with her foursome in the early 70’s.

She maintained an active life as much as her limited mobility allowed. Joan loved traveling often to Vancouver to visit daughter Shelley, and as well took trips to Canary Islands, Morocco, California, Alaska, and Hawaii. She was a close follower of current events and liked watching televised sports like baseball and curling. Crossword puzzles kept her sharp and she was hard to beat at Scrabble. She created many beautiful knitted and crocheted items as well as petit point, embroidery and paper tole and was excellent with a sewing machine. Baking was a favorite activity in her younger years and her butter tarts were amazing.

She had a keen sense of humour that saw her through any obstacle. She was a dear friend to many and loved to socialize.

Joan was a devoted member of St. George’s Anglican Church in Battleford and participated in their social activities when she could. Arrangements were entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium. Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, donations can be made to the Battlefords Humane Society (https://www.battlefordshumanesociety.com/apps/donations/) or the charity of your choice. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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ANDERSON: Harold Anderson, beloved husband of Queade & loving father to Pat (Greg) Belland Kitchner Ont, Collyne (Laurence) Sager North Battleford SK, David Anderson Saskatoon SK, Susan (John) Tichelaar Ferndale WA, Marilyn (Bill) Lane Battleford SK, Daryl Anderson, Battleford SK, Linda Anderson (Ray) Nanaimo BC, Bryan (Rhonda) Anderson North Battleford SK. He also leaves behind 13 grandchildren & 14 greatgrandchildren. Harold joined the RCAF in July 1942. He flew with the 410 MOSQUITO SQUAD NIGHT FIGHTERS as a Pilot.

After discharge, he returned to Saskatchewan and attended the U of S from 1945-1949 where he graduated with a BSP. He continued to work as a pharmacist for the next 45 years. Upon retirement, he took back up with his fiddle and began teaching music for the next 8 years. Teaching fiddle to his students gave him the most pleasure and fulfillment. Harold passed into the Lord’s Arms on February 4, 2019, from BDCC. Queade and family wish to thank, with gratitude, the caregivers, Gina, Old Grace, Leah, Kelly and all the other wonderful caring staff, too many to mention. Thank you to Pastor Dan, Pastor Rod at Living Faith Chapel and a special thanks to Dr. Jim Johnson. At Harold’s request there will be no formal service at this time. The family will put him to rest in the summer when the whole family is home. Thank you to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

JUST A COMMON SOLDIER He was getting old and paunchy and his hair was falling fast, And he sat around the Legion telling stories of the past, Of a war that he had fought in And the deeds that he had done, In his exploits with his buddies, they were heroes, everyone.

And tho’ sometimes, to his neighbours, His tales became a joke, All his Legion buddies listened, For they knew whereof he spoke.

But we’ll hear his tales no longer for old Tom has passed away And the world won’t note his passing, tho’ a soldier died today.

He will not be mourned by many, just his children and his wife, For he lived an ordinary quiet and uneventful life, Held a job and raised a family, quietly going his own way; And the world’s a little poorer, for a soldier died today.

When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state, While thousands note their passing and proclaim That they were great.

Papers tell their life stories, From the time that they were young, But the passing of a soldier goes unnoticed and unsung.

Is the greatest contribution to the welfare of our land A guy who breaks his promises and cons his fellow man?

Or the ordinary fellow who in times of war and strife, Goes off to serve his Country and offers up his very life?

A politician’s stipend and the style in which he lives Are sometimes disproportionate to the service that he gives, While the ordinary soldier, who offered up his all, Is paid off with a medal, and perhaps a pension small.

It is so easy to forget them, for it was so long ago That the Tom’s of our country went to battle, but we know It was not the politicians, with their compromise and ploys, Who won for us the freedom that our Country now enjoys.

Should you find yourself in danger with your enemies at hand, Would you want a politician with his ever-shifting stand?

Or would you prefer a soldier who has sworn to defend His home, his kin, and Country and would fight until the end.

He was just a common soldier and his ranks are growing thin, But his presence should remind us We may need his like again, For when countries are in conflict then we find the soldiers part is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start.

If we cannot do him honour while he’s here to hear the praise.

Then at least let’s give him homage at the ending of his days.

Perhaps just a simple headline in a paper that would say: “OUR COUNTRY IS IN MOURNING, FOR A SOLDIER DIED TODAY”

MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF MICHEAL PORTER, late of North Battleford, in the Province of Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 13th day of March, 2019.

Susan Hatman 2352 Hamelin Street North Battleford, SK S9A 3R8 Administrator for the Estate of Micheal Porter

One bedroom apartment, total reno’s.

Available March 15 or April 1. Security deposit $750.00 rent $750.00 Call to view 306481-2836

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

LAND WANTED

WANTED WANTED: All Wild Fur (Coyotes, etc), All Antlers (Deer, Moose, etc) And Old Traps. Phone Bryan 306278-7756 or Phil 306-278-2299.

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LOOKING for home quarter to buy and rent land for cattle on east side of Battleford, about 15 minutes from the city. Or maybe you’re thinking of semi retiring and would like some help.

Call or text Ron after 6:00PM at 306-528-7579

CLASSIFIEDS SELL IT FASTER

306-445-7261

LAND FOR SALE

FARMLAND WANTED

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT.

OBITUARIES

Great References Available

VANY: Mr. Maurice Vany resident of Battleford passed away peacefully with family by his side Tuesday, Febuary 5, 2019 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 83 years. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Sat. Feb 9, 2019 from the St. Vital Roman Catholic Church with Father Sebastian Kunnath as celebrant. Interment will be held at a later date. Maurice is lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Joyce, their four children and their families; Michael (Kim) - Sean, & Marshall Lang; Diana (Randy); Kevin (Brenda) - Chris, Ryan (Leanna), Brittany (Aaron), Karlee, Codey, Tyler; Glen (Cammie) Blair, Nathan; his sister Claire (Henry) Kotun; his “cousin brother” Albert (Yvonne) Vany; sisters-in-law, Judy Lavoie, Dorothy (Bob) Schonknecht; Edith (Karl) Jensen; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Maurice is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Juliette Vany; and brother-in-law Louis Lavoie. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Mr. Maurice Vany may be directed to the BUH Foundation Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

a total of 602 QUARTER SECTIONS SOLD across saskatchewan RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of WAYNE ACASTER Aug. 9, 1949 - Feb. 26, 2018

SADLY MISSED and FOREVER REMEMBERED! — Vickie, Jennifer, Paula, Patti, Kelly, Shauna and families

In Loving Memory of MARSH: Bernadette Marie Marsh passed away at the Riverside Health Complex, Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Monday, January 21, 2019 at the age of 73 years. Bernadette is survived by: her sons, Clint (Carolyn), Vince (Dawn), Cole and daughter-in-law, Lynn; her grandchildren, Joe, Paul (Jen), Sam, Ken (Kiana), Keegan, Brett, Greg, Danielle (Andrew), Stephanie, Adam, and Dawson; her seven greatgrandchildren; her siblings, Dorothy Johnson, Gerry Ramstead, Jim, Lena (Rod) McArthur, Lee (Jenny), Adeline (Flo) Petre, Helen (Gary) Carnell, and Julie; her brother-in-law, John Wicker; her sister-in-law, Anne (Hawk); numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Bob Kenderdine. Bernadette was predeceased by: her husband Edward “Buck”; her son, Bruce; her sister, Terry Wildeman; her brother, Charles; her sisters-in-law, Cathy Aubin and Barb Wicker; and her brothers-in-law, Roy Ramstead and Danny Joe Marsh. The Funeral Service for Bernadette was conducted from Turtleford Baptist Church, Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 2:00 pm CST with Pastor Brad Collins officiating. The eulogy was presented by Clint Marsh. The hymn sung was, “The Rugged Old Cross” accompanied by pianist, Bethany Collins. The special music was, “Amazing Grace”, “Flowers for Mama”, and “Go Rest High on that Mountain”. The pallbearers were Paul Marsh, Greg Aultman, Keegan Marsh, Kenny Marsh, Adam Marsh, and Dawson Marsh. Interment was held at Mervin Cemetery, Mervin, Saskatchewan. Donations in memory of Bernadette may be made to Turtleford Hospital Auxiliary Inc. or the donor’s charity of choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

Card of Thanks ~ The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and all of the staff at the Riverside Health Complex for their compassionate care of Mom during her stay there. Thanks also to Joel McCaw and the staff of McCaw’s Funeral Service for handling all of the arrangements and helping to make a very difficult time a little easier. Thank you to Pastor Brad Collins for his words and Bethany Collins for sharing her musical talents and of course the Baptist Church ladies for the lunch. Special thanks to her grandsons that acted as pall bearers. Thanks to all those who sent cards and messages, phone calls, flowers, donations and food to the house. We all appreciate your thoughtfulness. __________________________________________________

Tom Caldwell Jan. 20, 1925 - Feb. 20, 2018

Lillian Caldwell Sept. 23, 1930 - July 2, 2008

As time goes by without you, And the days turn into years, They hold a thousand memories, And a thousand silent tears, No verse, no flower, no tear can ever say, How much we miss you every day.

Except to wish with all of our hearts, That you were here today.

— Forever loved and sadly missed — ALL YOUR FAMILY! ANNOUNCEMENTS

Professional

D I R E C T O R Y CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 3V4 Phone:

306-445-6234 Fax:

306-445-0245

PARTNERS

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ROOM & BOARD

ACREAGES WANTED

PINE ISLAND SUITES

Single suite available at Pine Island Suites in Maidstone.

Monthly rental includes three meals per day plus snacks as well as power, gas, water, cable TV and in room showers.

Telephone is the responsibility of the occupant. There are two laundry rooms available and a walk-in bathtub. Vehicle plugins are also available at no extra cost. If needed, Prairie North Health Region will provide home care services at the occupant’s expense. There is also a monthly wellness clinic and Tuesday morning coffee group at no extra charge. We have a dedicated house mother on duty seven days per week.

Monthly rental is $1470.00 plus a onetime damage deposit of $300.00. Please contact Anne Reid at 306-893-4347 for more information.

STEEL BUILDING SALE ...

“REALLY BIG SALE IS BACK EXTRA WINTER DISCOUNT ON NOW!” 20X21 $5,726. 25X25 $6,370. 30X31 $8,818. 32X33 $8,995. 35X35$12,464. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca

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APARTMENTS / CONDOS FOR RENT

FEED & SEED

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @

www.westerncommodities.ca

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

SENIORS AFFORDABLE HOUSING New easy access 2 bedroom unit in a four-plex 6 appliances $

876/month

Must be 55+ and make under $44,500 per household.

Call Mel

306-490-7414 PETS

ADOPT A PET

T H E B AT T L E F O R D S

Hey guys my name is Daffy and I am a super sweet loving girl that is looking for her second chance at a home and family. I love to be outside and I love to just sit by your feet with my head in your lap. If your thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family then come on down to the shelter today.

Hey guys my name is Jughead and your probably wondering why and where I got my name . Well it’s kind of a funny story. I was found in a garbage can out at the landfill with my head frozen and stuck in a jug. I am super sweet and loveable but a little bit on the shy side. Hard to believe with how big and loveable I am once I know you’re a safe person and we can be friends. If your thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family then come on down to the shelter today.

PLEASE SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PETS! Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com Regional

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Battlefords Minor Baseball will be holding their

Annual General Meeting Monday, March 18 7:00 p.m.

Room 107 Don Ross

BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 306-445-7261

FARM LAND FOR SALE RM OF MERVIN

The following land is offered for sale by tender: NE Sec 34 Twp 50 Rge 20 W3 Extension 0 Surface Parcel #128567076 67.604 hectacres (167.05 acres) Includes: - wood frame garage, single bay insulated with power; - wood frame pumphouse with electrical panel and water well, no pump or water lines; - wood frame drive through building; - 4 steel round grain bins (1-3300 bushels, 3 - 1650 bushels); - 2 oil well surface leases with payments paid for 2018 and notice of abandonment received.

NW Sec 22 Twp 51 Rge 20 W3 Extension 1 Surface Parcel #164277052 63.697 hectacres (157.4 acres) Includes 3 steel round grain bins (1650 bushels each).

Contact: Richard Webber 1-250-490-6301 for further information.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for the Board of Directors for the Turtleford Credit Union Limited The Turtleford Credit Union is seeking eligible members who may be interested in running for vacant positions on our Board of Directors.

The responsibilities of a director include regular monthly meetings, policy development, review operations and future planning.

A nomination kit may be picked up at the credit union or for more information you may contact Ian Heggstrom, General Manager at (306) 845-2105 or one of the Nominating Committee Members: Conor Johnson (306) 845-9220, Randy McKee (780) 205-6968, or Robert Mitchell (306) 845-8297.

Completed nomination kits must be submitted to the credit union before close of business (4 pm) on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.

Conditions: - A separate price, offer and cheque is to be provided for each quarter section.

- All offers to be in writing and accompanied by a certified cheque in the amount of 10% of offer amount payable to Demmans Baldwin Friedman Frank In Trust.

Cheques will be returned without interest if the offer is not accepted.

- Balance of purchase price of the successful offer to be paid to the undersigned within 30 days of acceptance of offer or the deposit will be forfeited.

- Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

- Purchaser will be responsible for payment of any applicable GST. - Bidders are assumed to rely soley on their own inspection of the land, buildings and the title.

All offers in a sealed envelope marked “Do No Open: Farmland-Webber” to be sent on or before 12:00 noon, February 28, 2019 to: Box 905 201-1291-102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Attention: Jeff Baldwin 306-445-6177

Annual Meeting is April 1, 2019 in Turtleford.

FEED & SEED

Serving the Battlefords since 1908

MEETINGS

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. BUYING: Feed Barley, Soybeans, Heated Canola, Wheat, Feed Oats. OFFERING: Top Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment! CALL: 1-306-873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

GREEN CANOLA SPRING THRESHED DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

BARLEY, OATS, WHT LIGHT OR TOUGH SPRING THRESHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

REGISTRATIONS

BATTLEFORDS MINOR SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION

Is now accepting online registration for the 2019 season!

Please visit www.battlefordsminorsoftball.ca to register.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for the Board of Directors

DISCOVERY CO-OP is looking for vibrant, forward thinking, community minded directors.

As a member of the Board of Directors you will help set direction and monitor progress of this progressive retail organization with annual sales of over $130 million. Representing a membership of over 15,000 the nine member board is responsible for strategically planning the future of Discovery Co-op and providing sound governance over the organization as it fulfills its goals.

For more information, you may contact Mike Nord, General Manager, (306) 445-9800, or e-mail mike@discoverycoop.com or one of the following members of the Nominating Committee:

Bryan Nylander - (306) 445-8621 Gem Graw - (306) 937-3842 Richard Reed - (306) 441-8795 NOMINATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL MONDAY, APRIL 1st, 2019

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HOUSES FOR RENT

TENDERS

• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950

Legal Land Desc.

NE 34-43-20-W3*

T H E B AT T L E F O R D S

SE 03-44-20-W3* Regional

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TENDERS

LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Land: SE 23-49-18 W3 Ext. 62 (RM of Parkdale No. 498) 160 acre parcel 100-120 acres of native meadow hay land. Balance of the parcel can be grazed following freeze up.

Fenced on the South boundary only. The West boundary buffalo fence is the property of the neighbour.

Natural spring water supply. The Jackfish Creek runs through the North East corner of the parcel.

NE 14-49-18 W3 Ext.0 (RM of Parkdale No. 498) 159.55 acres of pasture Fenced on North and East boundary. West boundary buffalo fence is the property of the neighbour.

Natural spring and pond water supply.

SE 14-49-18 W3 Ext. 0 (RM of Parkdale No. 498) 159.55 acres of pasture Sucker rod cattle handling facility.

Fenced on East and South boundary. West boundary buffalo fence is the property of the neighbour.

Pond water supply.

Owner: Pierre Lionel Esquirol To view: Contact Pierre Lionel Esquirol 780-603-7681 Tenders: 1.

Tender must be for all three adjacent parcels.

2. Must be in sealed envelope marked “Esquirol Land”.

3. Postmarked no later than March 4, 2019 or hand delivered by 4:00 p.m. March 6, 2019.

4. Addressed to: Hudec Law Office 2nd Floor, 1201 - 103rd Street NORTH BATTLEFORD, SK S9A 1K7

6.

7.

8.

A certified cheque payable to Hudec Law Office for 10% of the amount of tender must be included. (Nonrefundable if bid accepted).

Tenders will be opened 10:00 a.m. March 7, 2019.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Successful bidder will have until March 21, 2019 to provide the balance of funds.

LAND NEAR EDAM, SK FOR SALE BY TENDER Sealed tenders will be received by Smith and Hersey Agribusiness Law of Consort until 5:00 p.m. on March 12, 2019, for the sale of the following 5 quarters of land: 1.

2.

3.

4.

LAND FOR SALE

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER R.M. OF CUT KNIFE #439

1&2 Bedroom Suites

5.

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Cult. Acres

2019 SAMA Assess.

Approx 145

$207,100

Approx 149

$239,600

*The above land is subject to an existing lease expiring December 31, 2022. Patriculars may be obtained from the undersigned.

Terms and Conditions of the Tender are as follows: 1. Tenders to be in a sealed envelope marked “RM of Cut Knife - Tender” and must include full name, return address, phone number and email (if applicable) of the bidder.

2. The highest or any offer will not necessarily be accepted.

3. Buyer must provide a certified cheque or bank draft for 5.0% of the tendered amount. Unsuccessful bidders will have their deposit returned.

4. Seller will be responsible for taxes to December 31, 2018.

5. Offers must be received in our office by the tender deadline 12:00 Noon, March 15, 2019.

6. Balance of purchase price and applicable GST to be paid within 30 days of acceptance of tender or deposit will be forfeited. GST registrants may file purchaser’s undertaking.

7. Land sold as is without conditions or warranties.

Migneault Law Office Box 520, 1391-101st Street North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Y8 (306)445-4436

FARMLAND FOR CASH RENT

BY TENDER The following land in the RM of North Battleford No. 437 offered for cash rent by tender PARCEL

TAXABLE ASSESSMENT

CULTIVATED ACRES

SW 10-45-15-W3

191,600

140

SE 33-44-15-W3

211,800

147

• Renter to pay cash rent of cultivated acres in full + GST by April 1, 2019 • Term is 3 year lease • For information call W. Fennig (306) 445-6515 or (306) 441-1520 • Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Send all offers in a sealed envelope marked to the undersigned on or before 12:00 noon on the 1st day of March, 2019.

W. Fennig RR #3 North Battleford, SK S9A 2X4

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The following land of Shelly Marshall in the R.M. of Mervin No. 499 is offered for sale by tender: Parcel

Assessed Value

Taxable Assessment

SW-27-50-20-W3 $204,300 $335,000 (agricultural)

$276,100 $285,000 (improvements)

Acres 158 Acres

(135 cultivated) (15 acre yard)

• Includes 2 oil surface leases approx. $5,900 per year (estimated value for sale purposes is $18,955).

• Includes house, Quonset, storage sheds, 7 grains bins with total capacity of 27,900 bushels. For complete listing of improvements please contact the undersigned.

• Sale is subject to a right of first refusal.

• Purchaser responsible for payment of any applicable GST. • All offers to be accompanied by a certified cheque in the amount of 5% of tendered amount payable to “Matrix Law Group In Trust”. Cheques will be returned without interest if the offer is not accepted.

• Successful bidder must pay balance of the purchase price and GST to the undersigned within thirty (30) days following removal of the right of first refusal or the deposit will be forfeited to the Vendors.

• Vendor will require access & tenancy to the yardsite until June 30, 2019.

• Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted • Sold “as-is” without other conditions or warranties. The bidder is solely responsible to determine the value and condition of land being sold, value and condition of improvements, land quality, land use, environmental condition and any other information pertaining to tendered land.

For more information or to book viewing appointment, call Shelly Marshall at (306) 845-7834 Send all offers in a sealed envelope marked “MARSHALL LAND TENDER” to the undersigned on or before 12:00 noon on the 15th day of March, 2019.

Matrix Law Group 1421 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1A1 Attention: Clifford Holm (cholm@matrixlawgroup.ca) Telephone: 306-445-7300

We Need Your Help ... Not Your Name COMING EVENTS

BULK FUEL TANK TENDER

NW 10-49-20-W3 $3000 annual oil lease revenue.

SE 4-48-20-W3 $7,243 annual oil lease revenue S ½ 34-48-20-W3 $11,580 annual oil lease revenue on this ½ SW 15-49-20-W3

All quarters are deeded grazing land, fenced/cross-fenced with some bush & fenced out dugout on each quarter. Land is located approximately 4 miles W of Edam, SK. and can each pasture 26-28 cow/calf pairs for 125 days. Tenders for portions of the land will be considered.

Tenders on the above lands must be accompanied by a 10% deposit made by way certified cheque or bank draft made out to Smith and Hersey Agribusiness Law. The deposit will be returned if the tender is not accepted. If a tender is accepted and the tenderer does not proceed with the sale, their deposit will be forfeited to the owner. The balance of the tender price shall be paid and the sale will close no later than April 30, 2019. The owner and the successful tenderer will be each be responsible for their own legal fees. Each tenderer must understand that a tender is an unconditional offer to purchase the land set out in the tender. Tenderers must rely on their own research of the lands, and Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law and the owner make no warranties or representations in regard to the lands.

The owner has complete discretion whether to accept the highest or any tender. For further land description/inquiries or to arrange viewing the lands, contact Heather Halliday at 403-575-1072 or heather.halliday@investorsgroup.com.

Tenders shall be sealed in an envelope marked “LAND TENDER” and delivered to: Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law Attention: Reid A. Wilkie Box 95 Consort, AB, T0C 1B0 Fax: 403.527.0577 Email: reid@smithhersey.com Or In person delivery to Reid Wilkie in Consort (Wednesday and Thursdays)

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Sealed Tender.

2011.

100,000 L with 90,000 L capacity.

3 inch bottom fill.

Top load with top dip port.

Loading dock.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Payment due prior to pick up.

TENDER CLOSES FEBRUARY 28, 2019 - 3:00 PM

No tender accepted after 3:00 pm CST. Tender opening Feb. 28, 2019 3:05 pm.

Tank to be moved at the expense of buyer

by April 1, 2019.

For more information please call 306-549-2166.

Please submit your tender to:

Hafford Co-op c/o General Manager PO Box 208, Hafford, SK S0J 1A0

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.

Al-anon Family Groups

If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 p.m. and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.

Thursdays

Peer to Peer Support Group for Mental Health meets Thusday mornings @ 9:30 am at 1602 103rd Street in North Battleford.We welcome you to join us as we work towards revovery, and support one another.You will be warmly welcomed by all.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9pm at 1371 - 103rd Street (Living Faith Chapel Gym - use parking lot doors off 102nd). All ages – youth to senior, all skill levels. Annual membership fee $125.00 (or $5.00 drop-in fee per night) plus a $5.00 fee for the Table Tennis Saskatchewan membership/insurance.

This section is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations.

To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location.

Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, we can not guarantee all submissions will appear.

Deadline for submissions is Friday at 10:00 a.m.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The R.M. of Redberry No. 435

Living Sky School Division No. 202

is looking for an experienced

Road Builder for the Spring of 2019.

Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

The R.M. of Redberry is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator who has extensive road construction experience.

The ideal candidate would also possess a Class 1A License.

The R.M. offers a comprehensive benefits package. Wage we be dependent on qualifications.

Resume should include past and present work experience.

• Education and Skill sets.

• Copies of all certifications.

• A minimum of two references.

• Powered Mobile Equipment Certification.

• Current Drivers Abstract & Criminal Record Check.

• Should be willing to work in a team oriented environment.

Now accepting applications!

Redberry Lake Regional Park IS HIRING

MAINTENANCE: 40 hour week: 8 hours days from May 1st to September 30th.

Must have valid driver’s license; must have valid driver’s license; must have computer skills; must be able to work weekends and must work well with others. List expected salary.

The Rural Municipality of Redberry is located on Highway 40 in Hafford, Saskatchewan, 60 kilometres east of North Battleford.

This position requires a “Criminal Check” before being hired.

Submit your application/resume no later than 4:00 P.M. Thursday, March 7, 2019 to: Rural Municipality of Redberry No. 435 P.O. Box 160 Hafford, Saskatchewan S0J 1A0 Or email to rm435@sasktel.net Or fax 306-549-2435

Please send resumés to: redberrylake@xplorenet.com or to Box 250, Hafford, SK S0J 1A0.

For more information, please call Bernedette Harach 639-317-4346.

SEASONAL GRADER OPERATOR R.M. of Glenside No. 377

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Grader Operator with duties to start in spring 2019 (April 1st) weather permitting.

The R.M. offers a comprehensive benefits package including Short Term and Long Term Disability, Municipal Employees Pension Plan and Health & Dental. The R.M. offers competitive wages along with direct deposit mid-month and month-end.

Key Duties and responsibilities: • Operate a grader to complete road maintenance, grading, gravel reclamation and minor road construction.

• Ensure roads are maintained and repaired (culverts) on a priority basis and ability to repair machinery and attachments.

• Manage shop inventory, log work, log and report inspections and ensure safety procedures are followed and fully maintained daily.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with council, staff, contractors and ratepayers.

The successful applicant should possess: • Experience in maintenance and operation of heavy equipment including grader, backhoe and gravel truck.

• Willingness to be supervised and take direction from Foreman.

• Great communication and documentation skills.

• Valid Drivers license.

• Air Endorsement and Class 3A license.

Your resume should include: • Past and present work experience.

• Education and skills.

• Copies of all certification.

• Two references.

• A current driver’s abstract.

• Expected salary.

GRADER OPERATOR The RM of Buffalo No. 409 is presently accepting applications for an experienced Grader Operator with solid leadership skills and the ability to work well with staff, Council, ratepayers, contractors, suppliers, etc.

The RM of Buffalo is located 35 minutes southwest of North Battleford and the municipal shop is located nine miles northwest of Wilkie.

The RM offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Experienced operation of a grader to complete road maintenance, gravel reclamation and minor road construction • Operation of a tractor to mow ditches and have working knowledge of mowing techniques • Ensure roads are maintained and repaired on a priority basis and ability to repair machinery and attachments • Ensure safety procedures are followed daily • Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with council, staff, contractors and ratepayers The successful applicant should possess: • 3 to 5 years experience operating a motor grader • Strong leadership, dependable with great communication and documentation skills • Willingness to be supervised and take direction from Foreman • Class 5 driver’s license Your resume should include: • Past and present work experience • Education and skill Copies of all certifications, including Power Mobile Equipment Certification, two references, current driver’s abstract, expected salary

Please submit resumes to: RM of Glenside No. 377 Box 1084 113 6th Avenue East, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 or emailed to: rm377@sasktel.net on or before March 1st , 2019 at 4:00 PM.

Please submit resumes to: RM of Buffalo No. 409 214 2nd Avenue East PO Box 100 Wilkie, SK S0K 4W0 or email to rm409@sasktel.net on or before February 28, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Teacher • Unity Composite High School Apply online prior to 12:00 noon, Monday, Feb. 25, 2019.

Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca.

All applications must be submitted online.

VILLAGE OF MEOTA

Is now hiring a Full-Time Seasonal Village Maintenance Assistant & One Summer Student Wages are negotiable Please apply with resume and reference by email or fax by March 1, 2019 Village of Meota Phone: (306)892-2277 Fax: (306)892-2275 Email: vmeota@sasktel.net Town of Battleford Parks and Recreation Department

SUMMER STUDENT Employment Opportunities

Positions are available in Tot Lot, Campground, Parks, and Fred Light Museum. Some positions require a valid Saskatchewan Driver’s License.

Please send a detailed resumé with cover letter specifying your department of interest. If you are interested in more than one position, please indicate this on the cover letter as well. Full job descriptions may be obtained at the Rec Office (address below). All positions starting on or about May 1. Salary as per union contract.

Please submit to: Jordan Schechtel, Director, Parks and Recreation, Town of Battleford, Box 1240, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0, (or drop off to south side, Alex Dillabough Center, Battleford); fax: (306) 937-3103; email parks@battleford. ca. Note: please supply a valid email address for correspondence.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

UTILITY WORKER R.M. of Glenside No. 377

Utility Worker with duties to start in spring 2019 (April 1st) weather permitting.

The R.M. offers a comprehensive benefits package including Short Term and Long Term Disability, Municipal Employees Pension Plan and Health & Dental. The R.M. offers competitive wages along with direct deposit mid-month and month-end.

Key Duties and responsibilities: • Operate a tractor to mow ditches and have working knowledge of mowing techniques.

• Ensure ditches are maintained and repaired (road signs) on a priority basis and ability to repair machinery and attachments.

• Manage shop inventory, log work, log and report inspections and ensure safety procedures are followed and fully maintained daily.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with council, staff, contractors and ratepayers.

The successful applicant should possess: • Willingness to be supervised and take direction from Foreman.

• Great communication and documentation skills.

• **Pesticide Applicator License and/or Class 3A license would be an asset.** Your resume should include: • Past and present work experience.

• Education and skills.

• Copies of all certification.

• Two references.

• A current driver’s abstract.

• Expected salary.

Innovation Credit Union offers

• Competitive wages • Comprehensive benefit program • Matched company pension of 7% • Attractive variable incentive program • Career advancement • Financial education support • Learning on work time • Fast paced exciting environment

Caretaker • Unity Composite High School

Please submit resumes to: RM of Glenside No. 377 Box 1084 113 6th Avenue East, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 or emailed to: rm377@sasktel.net on or before March 1st , 2019 at 4:00 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Museum holds AGM

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden School held their Book Fair on Feb. 12, a week later than planned due to the extreme cold weather and no buses running for four days. Librarian Linda Yuskiw thanked all the volunteers who came out to help and introduced the members of the Book Club who help out at noon and during breaks.

All around the gym was a Friendship Chain, recognizing the 950 books read by students from Nov. 28 to December 20. At the November Book Fair, $2,000 worth of books was sold, realizing $950 worth

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of books for the school.

Some of the students were dressed up in various costumes pertaining to 100 days of school. Kindergarten and Grade 1 did an action song on Days of the Week, Grades 2 and 3 class recited a poem and Grades 4 and 5 did the actions for a funky, cha-cha action song.

The Borden Friendship Club held their Valentine Telemiracle Tea and bake sale in their club room Feb. 15 with over 35 out on a cold day to enjoy strawberry shortcake. The 50/50 of $33 was won by Jim Olinyk and door prizes went to Roseann and Sheldon Carr, John Petrun, Stella Hawryluk,

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Ann Wardhaugh, Florence Neufeld, Kendall Redhead, Ron Tumback, Bev Hryniuk, Sue Mills and Joyce and Fran Olzewski. At their business meeting Feb. 13, members volunteered to go on the nominating committee for the annual meeting in April and lunch for the next bingo on Feb. 20 was procured. Winning Kaiser on the 12th was Gary Leschyshyn, Ed Neufeld and Bev Hrynuik and next Kaiser is Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.

A donation had been sent of $300 to the SOS Children’s Village Ondangwa that the club sponsors in Namibia.

On Feb. 23, the club will be serving a noon lunch to the volunteer firefighters at a training session and the club does this at no charge to them.

The Borden Museum held their annual meeting in the Borden seniors room Feb. 12 with President Kar-

en Kerr welcoming everyone and stating who was on the board – Secretary Brenda Tumback, Treasurer Ruben Rempel, VicePresident Darby Sutherland and members Martha Rempel, Elaine Gunsch, Ceilidh Auger-Day, Stew and Eleanor Walton and Ed Neufeld. Ruben gave the treasurer’s report with income of over $33,000 of which over $11,000 was grants, expenses of over $52,000 and term deposits of close to $21,000. Largest expense was the bathroom, ramp and new steps, utilities payments and summer student. Brenda gave the displays report with one of Foster’s Store for 2019, Ruben gave the building and grounds report, regarding the new ramp and steps, painting, new bathroom, signs and display cabinet.

Ceilidh gave the activities report with March’s event

depicting WW1 events, Diefenbaker Days opening, kids programs, Adventures at the Museum with different speakers, walking tours of Borden, Threshing Day supper and roast beef luncheon. Karen gave the president’s report and told of upcoming events for 2019 – supper and silent auction on March 9 at 5:30 p.m., by donation, in the Borden Community Centre where they will be celebrating 90 years of East Borden Co-op Grazing Pasture, with suitable decorations and the meal depicting the round-up meals. The museum is in the process of acquiring a miniature display of Borden buildings in the early 1900s from the WDM in Saskatoon. Their monthly meetings are the third Monday of the month, and for March it will be on March 19 at 7 p.m. in the

schoolhouse and everyone is welcome. New members are needed.

Radisson TOPS No. 5423 have changed their meeting day and time to Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Radisson Town Office (previously at 10 a.m. on Thursdays) and anyone can drop in for one meeting free of charge. For info call Tina H at 306-827-2361 in Radisson or Lorraine O at 306-997-2159 at Borden.

Condolences are extended to the family of Doris Reimer of Borden who passed away Feb. 9 at the age of 81 and whose memorial service was held Feb. 16 at 11 a.m. in the Borden Community Centre with Pastor Ron Mills conducting the service. Burial was at the Borden Cemetery and lunch was served by the Riverbend Fellowship Church.

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice.

Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.

ANGLICAN PARISH

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon

St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:30 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

306-445-5901

Pastor: Bill Hall

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Living Water Ministry

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Everyone Welcome

Everyone Welcome

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Mission Partners)

Church Phone 306-445-4181

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4 306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted WEEKEND MASS TIMES: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays -9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

DIVINE LITURGY Sundays at 10:00 a.m.

Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.

Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138

Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171

Everyone Welcome

www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

Sunday Services 10:30 am

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

Interim Pastor Matt Bombay Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship - 11:00 am

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

1231 - 104th Street North Battleford Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.

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Phone 306-937-7340

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-445-4338

Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper

10:30 a.m.Service

Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4465

Various weekly programs “A Community of believers seeking more of God’s presence”

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

DELMAS - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath Box 10, Delmas, SK

Various Weekly Programs Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay www.livingfaithchapel.ca

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

Pastor James Kwon

Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Cell phone takes a trip by grain car

Volunteers and athletes keep Unity busy

By Sherri Solomko

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By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Did you know cell phones could travel?

Trevor Heintz of Luseland was unloading canola at the elevator Dec. 12 in Plenty. In a rather bizarre occurrence, his cell phone slipped from his pocket, precisely angled so it fell through a narrow grate into the pit.

This two-month old iPhone 7 was not an inexpensive purchase to lose. Needless to say, Heintz was unhappy at this turn of events so close to Christmas. He was certain his cell phone was gone forever, with no way to retrieve it; forcing him to use his old phone until a new one could be purchased.

Just over a month later, Jan. 22, Heintz received a phone call from SaskTel asking if he had recently lost his phone.

He found this call unusual, as it had been weeks since the loss, and he was certain there was no way this phone could have been salvaged, let alone found.

What he learned next was that a gentleman by the name of Scott Babayer, who resides in Marysville, Washington, had found a phone when he was unloading rail cars in Vancouver, Wash. Upon realizing this phone was perfectly intact, he went about the task to find its owner.

From the SIM card, the phone was traced to SaskTel, who in turned

Trevor Heintz of Luseland with his phone and the packaging in which is was returned to him by a Washington resident. Photo submitted

traced it to Trevor Heintz Luseland, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Babayer then took it upon himself to deliver the good news himself. He called Heintz and gave him the news.

The men then arranged for the return of this phone to its rightful owner, all the while scratching their heads in amazement at how this phone’s travels had panned out.

Jan. 30, Heintz received the phone safe and sound and soon reinstated it

through SaskTel for full use.

Heintz is still amazed at this story, as are the people he tells it to. He is also grateful for the kindness shown him by a complete stranger.

The case the phone was housed in, along with the kindness of a stranger, were what was needed to protect the phone and have it returned in perfect working condition to its rightful owner.

If only this phone could talk!

Before I write any more in this column I must wish three very special people in my life a happy birthday Feb. 22.

Happy birthday to my Mi-L Anne, my sister-in-law Cindy and my dad, Doug McConnell, who will be celebrating a milestone birthday this weekend.

Wishing you all much health and happiness.

With only a week left in February, there will be no subsiding of activity upcoming in Unity.

March kicks off with the annual Oilperson’s bonspiel Feb 28 to March 3. March 2 and 3, folks will be taking part in Saskatchewan’s favourite tradition – Telemiracle.

Watch for our own Kin Club’s presentation as well as local vocalist, Jennifer Deuchar, who is performing. Or you may be pitted in watching Team Saskatchewan – Team Muyres compete at the Brier on the opening weekend of March and the following week. March 3 is the annual Unity Skating Club Ice Carnival.

March 4 is the Celebrate Unity event and March 8

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is the Knights of Columbus Pattison Children’s Hospital fundraiser.

March will also include plenty of hockey games as all teams in all divisions are in both league and provincial playoffs.

So in essence, the majority of what’s upcoming in March takes place at the Unity Community Centre on either side of the rink or in the hall. Outdoor Rec Venue and Wilson Hill users are also making the most of the odd days of nicer weather and lighted venues to continue using these outdoor sports facilities we are fortunate to have.

Celebrate Unity is upcoming March 4. If you haven’t already bought your tickets you can get them at the Unity Credit Union and know that your ticket includes a fantastic supper, entertainment by up and coming country music artist Trevor Panczak and inductions of Ken Leslie, long time Unity curling club volunteer, in

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Congratulations to the 2018 UCHS graduate who learned she has earned a provincial scholarship from the Saskatchewan Association of Ag Societies and Exhibitions. Caitlyn Ireland is currently taking a bachelor’s degree in agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan, and is the daughter of Brad and Shannon Ireland of Unity.

Our skating club gets lost sometimes in hockey and curling season news.

They are hosting their annual ice carnival, “The Classics,” March 3 at 2 p.m. at the community centre. Come and support all the hard work these skaters have been put in all year.

Congratulations to SWHL award nominees for this season. While the Wilkie Outlaws seemed to have cleaned up in the awards category we are still proud of all those nominated as well as Kristian St. Onge and Jake McMillan who were named first team all stars Continued on Page 24

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Unity - Volunteers and athletes keep community busy Continued from Page 23 as well as Braden Lacoursiere who was named second year all star. The Unity Miners are set to beat the Outlaws on the ice as they face off against their archrivals in the semi finals of the Sask West Hockey league finals.

In minor hockey playoffs, the peewee Lazers and midget A Lazers have advanced to round two of provincial playoffs.

Could the UCHS boys have made district curling any more exciting? After an opening game loss, the team was in must-win territory and rattled off another win taking them to day two. There they played 25 straights ends of curling in an eight-hour marathon with many exciting and heart stopping moments for their fans. Although they missed a trip to regionals by a millimeter,

it was a hard fought, well earned, extra-end bronze medal win.

UCHS is in the midst of plenty of action at their school as high school districts for junior basketball took place pre-February break, while the junior curling districts will take place following the break.

The senior basketball divisions are now into their playoff hunt as well. Travel club is just weeks away from their Greece tour heading out over Easter break.

St. Peter’s extends their deepest sympathies to recently retired teacher Mrs. Ruder on the loss of her husband and send her lots of love and prayers in this sad time. Students are also getting excited as they guess when Mr. Volk’s new baby will arrive and if there will be a new daughter or son added

to his family. A continued reminder that the Grade 3 class is collecting can tabs that can be dropped off at the school for an initiative to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer.

UPS stepped up to the task on Feb. 8 when an unplanned fire alarm went off at UCHS that resulted in their entire student body being offered warm spaces in UCHS after they stood in extreme cold for some time realizing this was not a drill. UCHS was very thankful for the close proximity and welcoming warm hallways of UPS at this time.

One more week left of Canada Winter Games and we have already seen local dancer Presli O’Donnell perform at opening ceremonies while local skiers who earned their spot on Team Sask Alpine team have not completed all of

For the first time since 2010, Unity Curling Club and UCHS played host to the Saskatchewan High School Athletics Association Battlewest District senior high school curling playdowns. Sixteen teams of boys, girls and mixed participated in the twoday double knockout event. First and second place winners in each division are to move on to regional playdowns the March 1 weekend for their chance to advance to SHSAA provincial competition the second weekend in March.

Coached by Kyla Snell, players in the photo are Aynsley Orobko, Jared Irons, Olivia Poschenreider, Dallas Spendelow, Lexie Cooper, Reece Gilbert, Lauren Gartner and Landon Solomko. Photo submitted by Sherri Solomko

their events yet, so we plan to keep you updated on their results.

Unity Curling Club is gearing up for their annual Oilperson’s bonspiel starting next Thursday and running through to March 3. Hot on its heels will

be the annual Bramiche Farms ladies spiel starting March 15. Unity will also be closely following the results of Team Heidt that includes our very own UCC president, competing at the Affinity Credit Union senior men’s curling provin-

cials, along with Team Fell who are both competing in Melville.

Coffee row folks have had lots of local sports stories to review from both the curling rink and the hockey ice. Until next time...

Wilkie responds to Jumpstart

By Helen Urlacher Correspondent

Thank You!

WILKIE – Official game pucks for the Wilkie Outlaws and Wilkie Minor Hockey were on sale at Outlaws games and Minor Hockey Day in Wilkie and the proceeds have been presented to the North Battleford Canadian Tire Jumpstart program at the end of regular SWHL season.

Manager Brett Payne kindly donated Canadian Tire pucks with the Canadian Tire logo on one side.

The Wilkie Outlaws logo and minor hockey logo, which were designed by

Gloria Bajema of Classic Impressions, where put on the other side to make them a special collectable item.

The money raised during the games through the generous donations to the silver collection where given to the Wilkie Outlaws executive during the hockey season. The presentation of the cheque was made

by Mayor David Ziegler to councillor Clarke Jackson, Canadian Tire representative.

The money is going to the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program, which helps families with children who might otherwise not be

able to take part in various sports and activities. Over 1.8 million children across Canada have benefited from Jumpstart program.

The list of sports and activities goes from A to Y – Archery to Yoga and includes 67 different activities.

If a family needs assistance, please contact North Battleford Canadian Tire and they will be pleased to help. Canadian Tire knows physical activity is very important to the enrichment and development of young people, not only when they are young but as they become adults.

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Eleven-step guide to the perfect wedding

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Every couple wants their wedding to be absolutely flawless. Achieving perfection, however, requires quite a bit of organizing. Here are a few things to remember when planning your big day.

Get in touch with your florist and decorator to discuss your ideas and ask for advice. If you’re on a tight budget, consider taking care of the decorating yourself — just make sure you start early.

1. CHOOSE THE DATE Make sure your closest friends and family members will be able to attend. If your sister’s pregnant or your best friend is planning a trip, choose your date strategically to avoid disappointment.

7. CHOOSE AN MC Who will be the master of ceremonies for the event?

Someone you know, or a hired pro? Also think about the music: band or DJ?

2. DRAFT THE GUEST LIST Make a list of all the people you’d like to see at your wedding. But keep your budget in mind, as more people means higher costs.

3. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS It’s a good idea to book the venues for your ceremony and reception as soon as possible, especially if you’re getting married during the summer. Popular venues are often reserved up to a year in advance.

4. SEND OUT INVITATIONS The earlier you send out your save the date cards and invitations, the better. Be sure to ask invitees to RSVP. This is also a good time to designate bridesmaids and groomsmen.

5. DRAW UP A FLOOR PLAN Make sure to visit the venue as many times as you need to. If you’re planning to hire a band, display a slideshow or organize a karaoke session, confirm that the location allows it.

6. DECORATE THE VENUE

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SIGA named top employer second year in a row Submitted SIGA has once again earned a spot as a Top Saskatchewan Employer, awarded by Canada’s Top 100 Employers project.

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The weather has been cold at the lake

By Lorna Pearson

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Since I usually start off with the weather, I’ll hit on it again this week. Doing some research on Google does reinforce my hope that the long cold spell may have had a positive effect on the pine beetle that seems to have invaded our area, by destroying their eggs.

Another positive effect may show up on the number of ticks around, as these also don’t withstand the deep freeze 100 per cent.

The council meetings in 2019 will be held the first Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

The Spring Bonspiel at the Meota Curling Rink is set for March 8 and 9. Enter before March 6. The fee of $160 includes supper.

The World Day of Prayer is on March 1 at the Do Drop In. More details next month.

Shrove Tuesday Supper, sponsored by the United/ Anglican Church, is being held at the Do Drop In on March 5 for all denominations.

Report from a snowbird in Arizona is that they have had more rain than usual, which has confused nature, thinking it is spring, so they are seeing more flowers than usual for this time of year.

Duplicate bridge played in the Pioneer Hall Feb. 12 saw top score go to Roland and Trudy Verret, followed

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Did anyone take advantage of the Free Family Fishing over the long weekend? Good idea if it hadn’t been so cold.

The monthly noon meal at the Community Complex featured turkey and all the trimmings plus a variety of desserts. In spite of the cold day there was a fairly good turnout of hungry folks who enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and good food.

The funeral service for the late 99-year-old Elmer Hall took place in Meota Community Complex on Monday, Feb. 18.

Norwegian Whist played at the Signature building in Killdeer Park with five tables in play was a fun afternoon. High scores were made by Faye Goll, tied for second were Pat Chapman and Yvonne MacPherson, then Eric Callbeck. The afternoon was hosted by Yvonne and Judy Walker.

In the fall of the year

2015, the first walls of the condominium in Meota went up. It is good to hear that the finished unit at the eastern end has been sold.

We welcome new people to the village and hope they’ll be happy here.

The sod-turning took place at Edam for the Enriched Manor on Oct. 31, 2013. Now they are offering a free week for folks to try out living there to see if they’d enjoy it. Another lady from Meota and I plan to try this out.

The Sons of Norway held their annual feast at the Action Now building in the city Feb. 17, with about 70 folks gathering to enjoy.

Many special Norwegian dishes were offered and the friendly atmosphere made the meal fantastic. Following the meal, several different games were played with coffee and treats on hand all day. The success was due to the many volunteers who cooked the meal and took care of every detail involved with setting the buffet out and tending to needs as they arose.

Thank you, workers and planners.

Feb. 17 also saw an event in the Sandwith Hall where a fundraising supper was held for the family of Rob and Jessie McNabb whose five-year-old son is in Saskatoon awaiting brain surgery. This supper was chili on a bun with dessert and beverage.

Attendance was not what it might have been because of the weather conditions.

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win, Alta. Joyce is soon off to New Zealand for a month to assist an el-

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The Daintrees of Dilke open their home to many “If you take a knuckle of beef, simmer it four hours, then throw in some barley, diced carrots, turnips, onions, celery, leaves as well, salt and pepper, you’ll have soup, but ten to one you won’t have soup like Mrs. George Daintree of Dilke makes,” writes Marjorie Jones in the Regina Leader-Post on March 8, 1946.

“That’s her recipe for the kind of soup that has made her name a byword to the

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Eliza Daintree, her grandson, Brian Bathgate, and the family dog, Rough, on the steps of the Dilke Hotel, 1947. Source: Ploughshares & Prairie Trails (1982)

those ingredients together, but she has been at it since she was 17 and she knows.”

During the 40 years the Daintrees ran the Dilke Hotel, located between Chamberlain and Last Mountain Lake, it became well known for its hospitality – and for Mrs. Daintree’s cooking.

Eliza Dewar, born in Scotland in 1884, had started cooking as a kitchen maid on a large London estate. Eliza took lessons from a French chef who taught her the art of sauce making and was soon employed as a cook for another wealthy family.

Eliza met her future husband, George Daintree, in 1904. Born in London in 1883, George worked first as a furniture deliveryman, and then in a pub. Perhaps George met Eliza while delivering furniture to the home in which she worked, or perhaps they met in the pub. Whatever the case, the two fell in love. George came to Saskatchewan in

1905, and in June 1906 filed for a homestead north of Bethune. He proved up the homestead and received the land title in 1909. Eliza came to Regina in 1910 and married the man she hadn’t seen in six years.

In 1921, after 10 hard years of farming, George and Eliza traded their farm for the two-storey Dilke Hotel, built in 1909.

The Daintrees and their two children, Robert and Gwendoline, operated the hotel for 40 years.

Gwen (Daintree) Bathgate provides an account of her parent’s experiences running the hotel in Dilke’s local history book, Ploughshares & Prairies Trails (1982): “Their days were long for there was much to do in serving the travelling public, washing, ironing, bed-making, preparing meals, bread-baking, dishwashing, lamps to fill, [lamp] chimneys to shine and wicks to trim and a large establishment to keep clean. Everyone had their jobs to do. Grandfather [Robert Dewar] cranked the washing machine, Grannie [Mary Jane Dewar] ironed, made beds and did dishes. Mother was the cook; Father was the waiter and cashier.”

Dilke was on the railway line between Regina and Colonsay, and in the 1920s, four trains went

The Dilke Hotel, 2008. Photo courtesy of Ruth Bitner

through the village – two in the morning and two at night. Commercial travellers made good use of this train service. Business grew so much that by 1924 the Daintrees found they could not keep up. The hotel laundry was sent across the street to the Chinese laundry, bread was bought, and extra help was hired.

The Dilke Hotel became a warm and friendly home, not just for the Daintree family, but for teachers, businessmen and students. Doctors and dentists used the hotel rooms to see their patients. A piano teacher gave lessons in the hotel dining room for many years. The kitchen was where the family entertained. “I remember Mother, Grannie and the Aunties sharing a cup of

tea with their friends,” Gwen writes. “There wasn’t private home with a happier kitchen.”

Like many of Saskatchewan’s rural hotels, the Dilke Hotel catered to American hunters. George supplied a car for the hunters and either chauffeured them himself or hired a driver to take them to the hunting areas. “They require a lot of attention and keep us busy from three o’clock in the morning until they go to bed at night,” Eliza told the Leader-Post reporter in 1946.

The Daintrees sold the Dilke Hotel in 1962 and moved to Regina where Eliza passed away in 1967.

George remarried in 1971 and died in December 1980 at age 97.

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• Sanitize Cycle with Steam • Extra Power Option

• Extra Power Option • Quick Wash Cycle

STEAM

• Quick Dry Cycle • Extra Power Option

• Extra Power Option

• Advanced Moisture Sensing

1999

$

99

• Extra Power Option

* Equivalent volume per I.E.C. International Standard, 5th Ed. based on 4.8 cu. ft. DOE measurement.

* Equivalent volume per I.E.C. International Standard, 5th Ed. based on 4.8 cu. ft. DOE measurement. * Equivalent volume per I.E.C. International Standard, 5th Ed. based on 4.8 cu. ft. DOE measurement.

STEAM

MAYTAG® SMART 5.8 CU. FT. I.E NEW! AND 7.3 CU. FT.306-937-7676 FRONT LOAD DR Phone 306-937-7474 Fax ®

192-24th Street West, Battleford www.battlefordfurniture.com

MAYTAG SMART 5.8 CU. FT. I.E.C.* FRON mail@battlefordfurniture.com NEW!

BATTLEFORD 0000 FURNITURE $ 0000 $ 0 AND 7.3 CU. FT. FRONT LOAD DRYER

STEAM

WASHER - MHW8630HC/W

NEW!

NEW!

DR

WASHER - MHW8630HC/W ® MAYTAG® SMART • 5.824-Hr CU. FT. I.E.C.* FRONT LOAD WASHER Fresh Hold Option ® AND 7.3 CU. FT. FRONT LOAD DRYER • 24-Hr Fresh Hold Option

DRYER - YMED

• W

• Wrinkle Pre w with Steam

MAYTAG® SMART 5.8 CU. FT.• I.E.C.* FRONT LOAD WASHE $ Optimal Dose Dispenser NEW! • Optimal Dose Dispenser MAYTAG SMART 5.8 CU. FT. I.E.C.* FRONT LOAD WASHER ®FT. FRONT LOAD DRYER AND 7.3 CU. • I MAYTAG SMART 5.8 CU. FT. I.E.C.* FRONT LOAD WASHER • Industry-E AND 7.3 CU. FT. FRONT LOAD DRYER ®

WASHER - MHW8630HC/W

NEW!

WASHER - MHW8630HC/W

DRYER - YMED8630HC/W

REGULAR PRICE $0000

• 24-Hr Fresh Hold® Option •Appliance** Wrinkle Prevent Option Smart ••Smart Appliance** with Steam • Optimal Dose Dispenser ••Extra Power Option • Industry-Exclusive Extra Power Option • Smart Appliance** DRYER - YMED8630HC/W Extra Moisture Sensor

AND 7.3 CU. FT. FRONT LOAD $ DRYER

WASHER - MHW8630HC/W

Extra MoisE

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• Smart App • S #304

REGULAR PRICE $0000 DRYER - YMED8630HC/W• Extra Powe • Extra Power Option Smart Appliance** DRYER - •YMED8630HC/W ® WASHER - MHW8630HC/W REGULA • E • 24-Hr Fresh Hold Option • Wrinkle Prevent Option

REGULAR PRICE $0000

* Equivalent volume per I.E.C. International Standard, 5th Ed. based on 5 cu. ft. DOE