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‘Chronic’ Lyme disease at issue Friday was children’s day at the 49th annual Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo at the Civic Centre in North Battleford.

Little ones turned out and had fun.

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Life hasn’t been easy for Jenna Fairhead, not in the least because those who are supposed to help, medical professionals, haven’t helped much.

Fairhead has experienced symptoms including chronic pain, exhaustion, stomach issues and sinus issues. Symptoms began late in high school. Now she’s 32.

“We’re talking a lot of years of a lot of pain,” Fairhead’s mother Janet Sittler told the News-Optimist.

A letter from a neurologist described Fairhead as quite disabled and stiff in the morning. Fairhead has used a wheelchair if leaving the house for more than 10 minutes. She has also experienced depression.

Determining a diagnosis has been challenging.

Fairhead has seen a general practice doctor, neurologist, rheumatologist, gastrointestinal specialist, ear nose and throat specialist and a psychiatrist.

She has tried multiple therapies over the years, and found a number of drugs and treatments to be ineffective.

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Her pain has migrated, and some medical professionals have suggested it is fibromyalgia.

“I must admit that her level of disability is quite extreme for a diagnosis of fibromyalgia and de-

pression,” the neurologist wrote, “though in the end these diagnoses may well be correct.”

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Charges laid in fatal collision on Highway 4 Staff A fatal motor vehicle collision on Highway 4 south of Battleford near the communities of Red Pheasant and Mosquito has resulted in criminal charges against 27-yearold Amber Rosette with the following offences: - Operation of a motor vehicle causing death; - Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death; - Operation of a motor vehicle while impaired causing bodily harm;

- Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm.

Amber Rosette is in custody, having appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court Wednesday morning. She was to appear again Thursday for a show cause hearing.

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Hometowns deserve share of cannabis tax Gordon Barnhart President. SUMA

In December 2017, the federal and provincial governments agreed that provinces would receive 75 per cent of the cannabis excise tax revenues instead of a 50-50 split. These additional dollars were to support municipalities. But nearly one and a half years later, and more than six months since the legalization of cannabis, the provincial government has failed to pass on a portion of the cannabis excise tax to Saskatchewan’s hometowns.

Local governments are the order of government closest to daily lives, and as a result, Saskatchewan’s hometowns are on the front lines of cannabis legalization, controlling cannabis production, sales and consumption.

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late zoning for producers and retail facilities, and where and when cannabis can be consumed publicly.

Our bylaw enforcement officers and building inspectors are the ones ensuring those growing cannabis in their homes are adhering to electrical codes and requirements.

And our police and contracted RCMP services are undertaking increased enforcement activities around public consumption and impaired driving.

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities estimates that municipalities are facing new annual costs related to cannabis of up to $9.50 per resident. This is on top of everyday policing, fire, and bylaw enforcement costs that our hometowns already pay to ensure the safety of residents.

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Municipalities recognize that the province is also facing costs. But the provincial government has the ability to recuperate costs through retail application fees, six per cent PST on every gram of cannabis, and the downloading of enforcement costs to municipalities. Municipalities, who are mandated to have balanced operating budgets, have the options of either downloading the costs to residents or reducing services.

The Federal-ProvincialTerritorial Agreement on Cannabis Taxation, the agreement giving provinces their increased share of cannabis tax revenue, recognized the need for sustained co-operation between federal, provincial, Continued on Page 3

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Special meeting to extend assessment roll deadline A rare special meeting of North Battleford city council was held Tuesday, with some routine housekeeping business on the agenda.

City administration was seeking to get council approval for a bylaw to extend the deadline for the assessment roll.

Director of Finance Steve Brown explained

the deadline was April 1.

Administration requested a 90-day extension to provide more time to get amendments onto the roll for 2019. This extension is available under the Cities Act legislation, but a bylaw needed to be passed to approve the extension.

It is common to do this, said Brown. Extra time was needed because “SAMA hasn’t got the information back to us yet,” he said.

“So we can’t do any roll

preparation without the final file from SAMA.” That data is expected to arrive in the next couple of weeks. Once it arrives, they can proceed.

The bare minimum of four council members was on hand for the meeting.

Deputy Mayor Len Taylor chaired the meeting as Mayor Ryan Bater was not in attendance. The bylaw passed easily in three readings.

Continued from Page 1 to detect. A Lyme disease rash is shaped like a bullseye.

Lyme disease is usually cured by antibiotics if detected and treated early on. According to the Mayo Clinic, courses of oral antibiotics can last from 10 to 14, or 14 to 21 days. Intravenous antibiotics can also be used, for around 14 to 28 days.

For Fairhead, Lyme disease wasn’t detected around the time symptoms began and much of the medical community doesn’t recognize Lyme disease as having a “chronic” manifestation.

Signs and symptoms of Lyme disease are often found in other conditions, according to Mayo Clinic, so diagnosis can be difficult.

When her daughter was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, Sittler was unconvinced.

“There’s too much going on here,” Sittler said, referring to a meeting with a general practitioner. “[I said] I want a Lyme test.”

The doctor didn’t think it was necessary, but Sittler insisted. A test came out negative.

The standard test used in Canada for Lyme disease is two-tiered, and doesn’t actually measure the Lyme disease infection but the body’s response to the infection.

“If you come up nega-

tive on the first test, they don’t test you for the second test,” Sittler said. Fairhead sought a second test anyway in Canada, and it also came up negative.

Sittler sought out the help of Dr. Eric Chan, a naturopathic doctor in British Columbia. He sent results of the second tests to labs in the United States and Germany, Sittler said, and they came up positive.

According to the neurologist, those results could be false positives.

According to Dr. Chan, treatment can be more complex than a Lyme diagnosis. On his website he writes, “drug therapy for chronic lyme typically involves different types and combinations of antibiotics when treating a resistant, or chronic case.”

One hesitancy of the medical community is that administering antibiotics for long periods of time can have risks, including infections.

Meanwhile, treatment is expensive.

Sitter wants a clinical diagnosis of Lyme disease in Saskatchewan as it could also help pay for treatment.

A number of patients with similar symptoms have come forward with similar stories as Fairhead.

A chronic Lyme disease community has emerged.

Health Canada recognizes that some patients have persistent symptoms following treatment.

However, “research continues into the causes and methods of treatment,” according to Public Health Canada, and the established medical community wants more evidence.

A step in the right direction for the chronic Lyme disease community is Public Health Canada listing ILADS on a webpage about Lyme disease.

One guideline is “ILADS recommends antibiotic retreatment when a chronic Lyme infection is judged to be a possible cause of the ongoing manifestations and the patient has an impaired quality of life.”

Sittler said Fairhead has questioned if it’ll make a difference, and her daughter didn’t know if “it’s good or bad” if general practitioners believe her.

Talking to politicians, Sittler said, has been a roundabout experience, although the Saskatchewan Health Authority told Sittler they would look into possibly clinically diagnosing Jenna.

The government of Saskatchewan has also upped public awareness of Lyme disease and to look out for ticks. May is Lyme disease awareness month.

The symptoms and the uncertainty have taken a toll on the family “I wouldn’t wish this on anyone,” Sittler said. “It’s been crazy and it’s been a lot of years.”

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Councillor Len Taylor chaired a special meeting of council Tuesday during the noon hour on the topic of extending the assessment roll deadline. Photo by John Cairns

Two crime bills passed in the legislature Staff

The provincial government passed a couple of relevant pieces of community safety legislation in the legislature Tuesday.

One was The Police (Regional Policing) Amendment Act, 2018. This will allow rural municipalities, and other municipalities with populations under 500, to join regional police services.

Previously, the Police Act, 1990 had allowed the establishment of regional police services, but rural municipalities were not able to take part.

“We recognize the benefits that regional policing

services could provide for communities,” Corrections and Policing Minister Christine Tell said in a statement. “Allowing rural municipalities and municipalities with populations under 500 to join regional police services is part of our ongoing commitment to enhance policing in Saskatchewan.”

Royal assent is expected in mid-May. Another bill passed Tuesday was the Seizure of Criminal Property Amendment Act, 2018.

This expands the type of criminal activities that are presumed to be subject to forfeiture to include: property previously subject to

a community safety order under The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act; vehicle owners with a history of impaired driving suspensions; gang or terrorist activity involving prohibited and restricted firearms; and matters involving sexual offences, including sexual offences with child victims.

“These changes are designed to help combat serious crimes that threaten the safety of our communities,” Tell said. “Forfeited property is used to fund victims’ programming, policing initiatives, and other programs that promote community safety.”

Hometowns deserve share of cannabis tax Continued from Page 2 and municipal governments and obligated provinces to work with municipalities according to shared responsibilities toward legalization. Alberta, Ontario and Quebec

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Boreal importance

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Did you know that more than half of Saskatchewan is Jayne Foster, Editor in the boreal zone?

The boreal zone in Canada, which is close to a third of the entire boreal zone of the northern hemisphere, is made up of treed areas (33 per cent of the Earth’s forested area, in fact) as well as thousands of lakes, rivers and wetlands, plus naturally treeless areas. It’s also home to birds, animals and people, including 70 per cent of Aboriginal communities in Canada. All this is according to Natural Resources Canada.

The Battlefords are on the edge of the boreal zone.

We are technically located in the Aspen Parkland area of the Prairie Ecozone, according to the Saskatchewan Conservation Data Centre. But the boreal zone is on our doorstep and anyone who has headed north to the lakes has appreciated the beauty of the many boreal topographies.

But it’s not just the scenery. I’ve driven through the Provincial Forest between here and Meadow Lake in almost every season, and you are always aware, though all seems quiet, that you are not alone in that area. There are few signs of humankind (there are fire roads but no development and no residential uses). However, there are signs of animal life, if not the animals themselves, on display. It is especially apparent after a snow, when you see tracks of animals crossing the highway or seeming to be using the widely cleared ditch area as a readymade animal track.

In addition to providing wildlife habitat, the boreal zone, largely and relatively undeveloped, provides carbon capture, hosts numerous species of flora and protects water resources.

Knowing this, a recent survey proves interesting. Our inbox recently informed us that on behalf of the International Boreal Conservation Campaign, Abacus Data recently conducted a national public opinion survey of a representative sample of 2,000 Canadians.

The study explored public attitudes towards conservation, Canada’s role in meeting its commitment to conserve natural spaces and the role of international and indigenous partnership. IBCC is a coalition of Indigenous peoples, conservationists, scientists, business and civic leaders with a shared vision of protecting and sustaining the natural, cultural and economic values of the boreal region for the benefit of future generations.

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Contributors’ articles, cartoons or letters do not necessarily reflect the opinion of any Regional News-Optimist staff.

The top five findings of the survey done for IBCC indicate: There’s near consensus support for conserving more natural spaces.

Almost all Canadians support conserving more of Canada’s natural spaces in principle, feeling that clean water and air, protecting the land for future generations and dealing with climate change are the more important reasons why conservation is important.

There is broad support for Canada meeting its conservation commitments.

Almost nine in 10 Canadians want Canada to achieve its 2010 commitment to conserving 17 per cent of land and fresh water and most hope for Canada to be a world leader on the issue.

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Eighty-eight per cent believe government should prioritize working with other countries to conserve and protect ecologically important lands. There is also widespread support for Canada to co-operate with international organizations to help conserve plants and animals.

Most see the climate benefits of making conservation gains.

When told that scientists have shown the boreal region plays a major role in capturing and storing carbon dioxide, there is a near consensus that it is a good idea to protect and conserve more of Canada’s boreal region.

So next time you head north, take a fresh look at what’s around you and ask, “Is this worth saving?” No doubt, you will answer “yes.”

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How high’s the water, momma?

Now it’s three years later, and time to fix it

The summer of 2016 was a tough one for us.

We were just about to go to my parent’s cabin when it started raining.

And in something like 40 minutes, we got more than seven inches of rain.

I know that because I stood on our perfectly flat driveway and measured it.

It covered the entire yard, from the back fence to the sidewalk, all perfectly level.

While we were fortunate during the massive flood year of 2011 to not have water seep into our basement, unlike almost every other house on the block, this year we weren’t as lucky. Water seeped in from three sides of the

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house. While the rainwater kept rising, we fought a successful battle to keep most, but not all, of it from entering under the main garage door and entering the basement through the inside door. A heroic effort by our neighbours got most of our basement possessions upstairs as soon

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as the rain stopped.

We ended up tearing out the sheetrock in one bedroom and the rec room. All the carpet and its underlay had to go.

We were reduced to bare cement and bare studs for much of the basement.

The government was very kind in providing Provincial Disaster Assistance Program funding, since at the time, overland flooding insurance wasn’t really available, to my knowledge (thankfully, it is now, and we have it.)

While the money provided was enough to repair the basement if we did most of the muscle work ourselves, that would not have prevented additional water from coming in. I glommed onto the idea that there’s no point in fixing the interior of a leaking boat while its still leaking, so we used the PDAP money to cement between our house and the neighbour’s, as well as improve the drainage around the rest of the house. Three years later, no more leaks.

But until a few weeks ago, we were still looking at studs in the basement, and a living room full of evacuated items.

It’s taken this long to come up with the money to do the proper repairs.

This little thing called an oil downturn put a huge crimp on my photography

income, which pays for the extras.

Tonight I’m going to sand down my second coat of mudding. Having finally gotten around to it, I feel really bad that we hadn’t repaired the sheetrock a couple years ago.

That part wasn’t terribly expensive. And it wasn’t that hard to fix, either.

Our daughter and I put the walls back together in a couple afternoons.

But in doing any renovation, there are bound to be surprises. When there was carpet on the floor, we kinda knew there was something wrong with the cement under it. Once that carpet was gone, we found a 16-foot long frost heave crack running down the centre of floor. It would have to be cut out, about two-feet wide, and repoured.

The carpenter who did the cement work discovered three posts, rotten, along that centre line where the crack had formed. Instead of removing the posts when the initial pour was done, they just pounded them down a bit and poured over them.

That little bit of laziness cost us a lot of money 30plus years later.

Watching the professional who did this work, I realized there are some things where it truly is worth it to pay someone who knows what they’re doing. I think I’m pretty handy with most things.

I can build a mean deck, for instance. But seeing how he trowelled the wet cement, for hours, all day long, to make it perfect, made me realize what a crappy job I would have done had I attempted it

myself.

Similarly, we’ll be getting the pros to install the linoleum, and for the same reasons.

I think I’m doing not too bad on the mudding, however. The videos from YouTube have been helpful. I am continually reminded that for almost any task at hand, there’s a YouTube tutorial. A few years ago I had to repair the heater blender motor on my wife’s truck. I struggled for hours without success. YouTube had a video that showed me how to do it in 20 minutes.

I need to remind myself of

this glorious resource.

All spare time over the next few weeks will be spent on painting before the flooring guys show up for the install. It probably wouldn’t hurt to watch a few videos on painting, too. I’m sure I don’t know enough about it.

My goal is to get this all wrapped up before summer holidays. It has been way too long, and I want our house and life back.

I so want my life back.

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

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BUHF adds 50/50 to monthly lottery Submitted

This is the first year a 50/50 enhancement has been offered with the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Monthly Lottery and the board, staff and volunteers say they are more than pleased with the results, as it was a sell-out.

“Thank you to everyone who purchased their monthly lottery tickets and purchased a 50/50 enhancement. Our communities are so generous

and they went above and beyond in their support of health care through this monthly ;ottery,” says Claudette McGuire, BUH Foundation executive director.

Proceeds from the 2019/20 monthly lottery will be directed to the capital campaign We Want to...

Catch It! Stop It! Treat It! to purchase a new mammography unit.

April 26 winners are: Theresa Sayers, North Battleford, $1,000; Lloyd

Robb, Maidstone, $600; Cathy Fitch, Meota, $400; Walter Greening, $200; Sandra Lamon, North Battleford, $200; Tony J. German, Luseland, $200; Cathy de Koch, North Battleford, $200; Mel Eldridge, North Battleford, $200; Judy Mitchell, Unity, $200; Dae Bunnell, North Battleford, $200; Dennis Fabris, Cut Knife, $200; Douglas MacLeod, Glaslyn, $200; Millie Gloe, Battleford, $200.

New This Year Rose McDonald accepting her winnings of $12,035 from Sue Pruden-McIvor, Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation board of directors. Photo submitted

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Photographer Louise Lundberg of Turtleford found the quintessential sign of spring and new beginnings in a mother and her offspring. Photo by Louise Lundberg

“To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it.” – Kurt Vonnegut A few members gathered Tuesday to produce interesting work.

The members of the art club will be displaying some of their artwork at the Western Development Museum in the lobby starting in the month of June.

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Drawing in Perspective will be held with art instructor Kevin Quinlan from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, and

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If your group or institution has been the recipient of a donation or gift, or if you have made a donation to your community, we’d be happy to let our readers know. Send a photo to our email address: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net. Please include names of those in the photo and the details of the donation or gift. See some of our Hometown Heroes on this page.

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Have you always dreamed of having an off the grid cabin that you could escape to, and completely unplug? Tucked in the spruce trees is this cute and cozy log cabin, with an east facing covered deck. Heated with a wood stove, comes with an antique cook stove, propane refrigerator, a 2-burner propane cook top, as well as a 2000-watt inverter. Cabin and garage are powered by solar and wind energy. Outbuildings included a 24X16 garage built in 2009, two storage sheds and an outhouse. Call today for more information

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The annual Lakeland Library Region Winter Reading Program saw more than 150 ballots received from libraries throughout Lakeland Library Region, says Colin Evans, community services librarian. This year’s theme was “Winter Around The World” and incorporated a bingo program for all ages as well as children’s colouring sheets highlighting landmarks from around the world. As in previous years, donations were collected for local food banks and humane societies. In the top photo, Evans presents a donation to Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre Executive Director Erin Katerynych. Photos submitted

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Action at the 49th annual Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo this past weekend at the Civic Centre.

Clockwise from above left, tie down roping, team roping, the youngest participant in the rodeo, getting some serious air with a saddle bronc.

Photos by Averil Hall

Results

Here is a look at unofficial results from the action at the Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo this weekend at the Civic Centre. These results were posted at the Canadian Cowboys Association website.

In the saddle bronco event, Lachlan Miller of Crossfield, Alta., finished first with a mark of 76.

Jeremy Dillon of Swift Current, Nicholas Patterson of Blackfalds, Alta., News_Optimist_Ad.ai 1 4/29/2019 8:09:27 AM and Coleman Watt of Hardisty, Alta., tied for second at 75.

In bareback, Danny Vandenameele of Langenburg finished first with a score 74 followed by Calder Peterson of Glentworth at 72 and Travis Heeb, Monty Koopman and Lane Link tied for third at 71.

In bull riding, Lonnie Phillips of Elko, B.C., finished first with a score of 82, followed by Ty Ellis, William Barrows and Zane Tully, who tied for second at 75.

In tie down roping, Riley Warren of Stettler, Alta., and Tyce McLeod of Waldeck tied for first at a time of 8.7. Tuftin McLeod of Waldeck was third at 9.1.

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Swift Current finished first at a time of 5.2, followed by Chad Hantelman of Kyle and Scott Sigfusson of Tugaske, who tied for second at 5.3.

In ladies’ barrel racing, Logan Resch of Maple Creek was first at a time of 12.97, followed by Shayana Moen of Elrose at 12.99 and Casey Dacyk of Ponoka, Alta., at 13.01.

In team roping, Clay Ullery of Two Hills, Alta., and Riley Warren of Stettler, Alta., finished first with a time of 6.0 followed by Wyatt Sith and Kal Klovansky second at a time of 6.7. Dustin Cromarty

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and Jeremy Eberts finished third at 7.3 In junior girls barrel racing, Jewelian Cox of Prince Albert finished first at 12.89. Cassidy Gordon of Maple Creek was second at 13.07 and Kaybree Zunti of Unity was third at 13.25.

In novice bareback, Kade Cheney of Kyle and Casey Bear of Whitewood tied for first at 72. Cruz McNulty finished third at 70.

Finally in novice saddle bronc, Keagan Crossman of Rosetown finished with a score of 59.

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The North Stars lost to the Portage Terriers in Anavet Cup action Tuesday night. Their last home game of the 2019/20 season was Wednesday. At press time, results of that game were unavailable, but check our website for the latest. If necessary, action resumes in Portage La Prairie for game six Sunday, May 5, and game seven Monday, May 6.

Becks rule the diamond The Beck Family of Lang will be inducted into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame, Family Category, Saturday, Aug. 17, in Battleford.

Russell Beck was born on the farm west of Lang in 1914. His parents had moved to Canada from Iowa in 1911. Baseball was a popular sport in America and little did Russ’s parents know what baseball would mean to Russell as well as the generations of Beck offspring to follow.

Russell married Marguerite Wade in 1936.

They had eight children, which has now grown to 149 direct descendants.

Russell was a wellknown baseball player, capable of handling most positions on the diamond.

He started playing senior baseball in 1933. He played his last games in the league championship against Avonlea in 1972. Russell was appointed coach of this Lang senior team in 1934, holding this position until the end of 1979.

Russell “Rules” William Beck was inducted into

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When car trouble caused a load of players to miss a game, Coach Russ and Co-Coach Ed Winkler had to play. Russ’s son Ray pitched, son Gary caught and son Bill played shortstop. Lang won the game 7-2. The team went on to win the Soo Line League Championship at home the following Sunday, giving Lang their first championship.

[Year not provided] The Lang Angels baseball team won many Soo Line championships before they switched to the Qu’Appelle Valley Baseball League, where they won three more, as well as three

provincial championships.

The Beck children were all involved in baseball or softball in some way. Joan, the oldest, became a scorekeeper, doing a great job for many years. Her two children played minor ball through their school years.

Oldest son, Bill, played minor ball in Lang, then first base and cleanup batter for the senior team for years. His three children played minor ball mostly in Wolseley and his only son, Curt, played with the Lang Angels for many years and was a member of the team when they won the 1989 provincial championship.

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Herb Cox salutes the North Stars

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox saluted the efforts of the Battlefords North Stars in the legislature Monday.

Cox’s remarks came just after the North Stars had won the Canalta Cup, and with the team in the midst of a series with the Portage Terriers for the Anavet Cup. The member’s statement by Cox is reproduced here from Hansard.

Mr. Cox: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it’s indeed a delight for me to rise today to highlight the success of our local Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League team, The Battlefords North Stars.

The Stars have concluded a great season in this, the 50th year of the SJHL [Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League], by winning the Canalta Cup for the second time in the last three seasons.

This playoff run was truly amazing, with wins against Flin Flon in seven games in round one, a sweep of the Yorkton Terriers in

four games in the semifinals. And the final series pitted the Stars against the Melfort Mustangs, and they wrapped that series up in five games.

A solid core of talented veterans and great energy from all members of this team, along with stellar goaltending, has propelled this team through three rounds of SJHL playoffs. And now it’s on to the Anavet Cup against the Manitoba champions, the Portage Terriers. I know that all of the SJHL teams, and indeed our whole province, is pulling

for our provincial champions to win.

The interprovincial series started in Portage last weekend with a split of the first two games.

Now it’s back home to North Battleford for games three, four, and five. And I know our fans are anxiously anticipating some great hockey, and our Civic Centre will be packed and it will be loud as we cheer on our team. Mr. Speaker, I ask all members to join me in congratulating our Battlefords North Stars. Go, Stars!

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Diane was the pianist/accompanist for Grammy winner Michael Bublé and has also performed with a variety of artists including: Gabriel Mark Hasselbach, Marian McPartland, Beverley Elliott, Dee Daniels, Jim Byrnes, Blues Boss Kenny Wayne, Gospel great John Boutte, Alfie Zappacosta, Bria Skonberg, Linda Tillery, Amanda Wood and Shari Ulrich. Diane was the principal pianist and vocalist with the Dal Richards Orchestra from 2002 to the present. She performed throughout the United States as keyboardist and vocalist with Mac Frampton’s Hollywood Hills Orchestra.

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Avengers: Endgame breaks box office records, and a look at Summer Blockbuster Season

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Yes, after pulling off the stunt last year of opening a week before the unofficial start of Blockbuster Season, the folks in charge of the Avengers franchise have done it again.

The fourth and final movie of the series, Avengers: Endgame, opened this past weekend in the domestic and worldwide markets – a full week before the traditional firstweekend-in-May kickoff to the summer season.

The box office results have been staggering.

Avengers: Endgame has just pulled off the biggest worldwide opening of all time, at $1.2 billion U.S. for Marvel Studios and Disney.

It is the first motion picture in history to earn over a billion dollars in its opening weekend, and it did it in just five days of release! The previous record was set a year ago by Avengers: Infinity War at $640.5 million.

The movie’s domestic weekend haul was staggering: $356 million over three days, breaking the previous record of $257.69 million set by Avengers: Infinity War last year.

Its international opening weekend was $859 million, shattering the previous record of $443.15 million set

by The Fate of the Furious.

Of the grand total, $330 million is from the Chinese market.

Add it all together and the haul worldwide tops over $1.2 billion. This, my friends, is ridiculous.

Box Office Mojo is reporting several other domestic records have also fallen: largest Thursday previews ($60 million, beating Star Wars: The Force Awakens by $3 million), widest opening at 4,662 theatres, largest Friday, largest opening day and largest single day hauls over $156.7 million (topping Star Wars: The Force Awakens by $37.6 million), largest Saturday at $109 million, largest Sunday at $84.3 million, largest number one movie market share at 90 percent, highest per theatre average for a wide opening at $75,075, and the largest April opening, spring opening, PG13 opening, and three-day gross. This movie also set a number of “fastest-to” records, including fastest to $100 million, fastest to $200 million, fastest to $300 million and fastest to $350 million. No doubt it will soon set records for

“fastest to $400 million”, “fastest to $500 million” and so on.

Obviously the countdown is now on to see if this movie topples Avatar to become the biggest grossing movie of all time worldwide. Avatar holds the worldwide record at $2.87 billion, while the domestic box office record is held by Star Wars: The Force Awakens at $936,662,225. Even with the other summer competition on the way, you would think both of these major box office records are now in jeopardy.

Given what we have just seen from Avengers: Endgame I find it hard to fathom that any other movie is going to do better at the box office this summer.

The hype for this flick has taken on a life of its own.

From what I see ahead, the next big blockbuster at the movies is likely Pokemon - Detective Pikachu on May 9: this will do big business simply because it’s Pokemon.

Next is John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum on May 17 and Aladdin on May 24. Then a week later you have the wide release for Godzilla: King of the Monsters, released by Warner Bros. and you have to know I will be in the audience for that one.

(This latest Godzilla flick opens the same weekend as Rocketman, that bi-

opic about Elton John, but I see the big green monster doing much better at the box office.)

June 7 will see XMen: Dark Phoenix go up against The Secret Life of Pets 2, and then on June 14 we see another battle as Men in Black International takes on Shaft.

Then the real box-office heavy hitters will start to be released. June 21 will see Toy Story 4, the latest in the signature Pixar franchise.

July 2 will see SpiderMan: Far from Home, which should clean up simply because it is SpiderMan and Marvel.

On July 19 is The Lion King, the live action version of the animated feature that was such a big hit in the 1990s.

The next week, July 26, will see Once Upon a Time in Hollywood roll out – the latest Quentin Tarantino flick set during the height of Charles Manson-era Hollywood.

One more movie that catches my box-office interest rolls out on Aug. 2 and that is Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw.

Summer blockbuster season typically ends around Labour Day but I notice that It: Chapter Two will be released the following weekend on Sept. 6, so that is going to do big business as well. Which goes to show you that blockbusters can happen any time of year, it doesn’t matter what the calendar says anymore.

The dates that I mentioned are the wide-release dates in North America.

For dates and times for when these movies are screening in the Battlefords at the Capitol’s theatres, see www.rainbowcinemas.ca.

Looking ahead, I foresee the domestic box office totals for the upcoming summer blockbusters roughly looking like this: The Lion King – $440 million Toy Story 4 – $380 million Spider-Man: Far from Home – $330 million Detective Pikachu – $320 million Godzilla: Kings of the Monsters – $300 million As for the haul for Avengers: Endgame, I wouldn’t be surprised if its domestic haul cracks a billion dollars by the time it is all over.

That is an unheard of amount of money, but entirely possible based on the early numbers. The big question is whether this movie will continue to do big business up against all the rest of these big-ticket releases that are coming soon.

We shall see what transpires. That is all for now.

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The Battlefords Humane Society continues to raise money for its new facility as negotiations with the City of North Battleford are ongoing.

The annual Battlefords Humane Society gala took place at Gold Ridge Centre at the Gold Eagle Casino last Friday. The gala included a dinner, a presentation, live and silent auctions and a tribute to the late Terry Blanchette.

Executive Director Michelle Spark gave a brief history of the Battlefords Humane Society.

It was formed in 1985 and in 1986 requested $30,000 for a new building. An agreement with the city was reached in 1986.

The facility opened in 1987, and construction of an addition was completed in 1994.

“Somewhere in this time, Terry Blanchette joined the humane society board of directors,” Spark said. “Terry had been on the board so long even he couldn’t remember when he joined.”

Spark added he “always made us feel that he was

“Terry had been on the board so long even he couldn’t remember when he joined.” – Spark truly happy to be there.”

The humane society, Spark said, is currently in negotiations with the city regarding financing of the new building.

Spark said the event raised more than $25,000.

In the meantime, lots of animals have been going in and out, Spark said. She

invites potential adopters to check out the humane society’s website at https:// www.battlefordshumanesociety.com/.

As part of Terry Blanchette’s memorial March 16, mourners were asked to donate to the Battlefords Humane Society in lieu of flowers.

During the live auction portion of the Battlefords Humane Society gala, Executive Director Michelle Spark shows off some of the auction items, including a diamond ring. Photo by Josh Greschner

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OBITUARIES CHARTIER: Betty Anita Chartier (nee Phillips) of Battleford, SK., passed away peacefully at Battlefords District Care Centre on Friday, March 29 at the age of 93 years. Left to cherish her memory are Don, her loving husband of 72 years along with their children Bob (Linda) Leah, Lark (Jon); Noella (Herman) Terry, Tim, Josef, Matthias (Amanda); Tim (Joan) Jennifer (Shaun) Philip (Camille); Ted (Judy) Lisa (Ben) Mark (Michelle) Ryan, Troy (Melissa); Laurel (Brian), Darryl, Anita (Cody) Rebekka; Ken (Lee Ann) Kennedy, Keegan, Kierra; Kerilee (Gregg) Jackson, Mishele; 25 great grandchildren and also her older sister Myrtle Toothe of Calgary, Alberta along with many nieces and nephews. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Elva and Walker Phillips, infant son Donald Gerald, grandsons Robert and Dustin, her younger sister Ethel, Don’s parents Ethel and Ernest Chartier and his brother Bud (Evelyn) Chartier and sister Irene Chartier. Betty’s legacy is her family and her music. She enjoyed telling the story of her Dad bringing his baby daughter and a new piano home at the same time. This began her lifelong love of music and the piano. She played at church, weddings, funerals and for family and friends. Between raising her family and playing the piano, Betty worked at Fort Battleford, taught kindergarten for 2 years and managed Battlefords Housing for 18 years. Betty also did extensive volunteering with home and school, church and community. After retirement, Betty and Don relocated to Noella and Herman’s farm where they enjoyed country life. During the past 3 years Betty was lovingly cared for by the staff of Ward 4 at BDCC. Our family is forever grateful for their care and compassion to Betty’s needs and ours. Her memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. from Living Faith Chapel, 1371 – 103rd Street, North Battleford, SK. Private interment at the Town of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Memorial donations are requested to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301 – 2550 – 12th Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200). __________________________________________________ LAMBIE: James William Lambie, 83, of East Peoria, IL passed away at 12:05 am on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at his residence. He was born on July 28, 1935 in Bartonville, IL to James and Grace Hariet (Knott) Lambie. Surviving are his daughter Jodi (Chris) White of Germantown Hills; grandchildren Ryan (Abby) White, Jeffrey (Samantha) White, and Tyler White all of East Peoria and Kyle White of Germantown Hills; greatgrandchildren Adalynn, Braedyn, Oliver, and Emmett White and Savannah Bolen; and sister Ruth (Roy) Danz of Livingston, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Brian K. Lambie. Jim had a love of farming. He could often be found running a variety of equipment from his Kabota Zero Turn lawnmower, his Ford Backhoe, his Ford tractor, or his latest toy, a 1950s D4 Bulldozer. Finding a reason to play in the dirt was never a problem. Planting pumpkins, corn, and melons often kept him busy but should he find the fields all taken care of, there was always brush to be cleared. Jim was an United States Army Veteran. He served as a Private First Class in the Korean War and was honorably discharged in April of 1964. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1115 in Spring Bay, IL. Jim owned and operated Millpoint Park, Inc. He took over the business from his father and later brought his daughter, Jodi, into the business. He was very passionate about family and legacy. Each of Jim’s grandchildren had the opportunity to work for the business and their determination and unprecedented work ethic are thanks in large part to him. Jim loved to drive and travel. He traveled to Canada and would take an annual trip to Alaska every July and always remembered to bring back Harley shirts for all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Love was never something that anyone in this family ever went without. James did not define family only by blood ties. He took great care in supporting all of his friends and family in anyway he could. He will truly be missed and always remembered. Cremation rites have been accorded. Graveside burial of ashes will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, April 22, 2019 at Spring Bay Cemetery with military rites accorded and Jerry Harr officiating. A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, April 22, 2019 at the American Legion Post 1115 in Spring Bay. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the American Legion Post 1115, 500 Legion Lane, East Peoria, IL 61611. Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

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FRANCESCONE: P.A. Patrick Anthony Francescone, 93, decorated, W.W. #2, Veteran passed away peacefully at B.U.H. April 19, 2019. Tony was born in Saskatoon, as a teenager at 17, joined the Merchant Navy, at the height of the Second World War and served till the end of the war. Tony is a 40 year member of the Ionic Lodge, and has been the treasurer for the last 37 years, as well as a 39 year member of Chapter #2 O.E.S. In 1999 was involved with Citizens on Patrol and worked in this organization for 20 years. Tony is survived by his loving wife Susan, Son Rick (Joanne), Daughters Patty, & Karen (Trevor), Granddaughters, Tabatha, Brooklyn, Grandsons Scott, Justin (Kiera), Great Grandchildren Tayson, Brynae, Blakeleigh, and Anthony, Brother Orv (Gladys) of Trenton, Ont. He was predeceased by his parents, Brothers Al, Tony and Ben, infant sister Vittoria and sister-in-law Audrey.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony’s memory can be made to Ionic Lodge Memory Box Fund, 8921 Gregory Drive, North Battleford, SK S9A 2W6. Celebration Of Life Service will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street, North Battleford, SK with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200). __________________________________________________ TOBIN: Stephanie Tobin (nee Medock) died April 25, 2019 in Calgary, age 91, after a long life of cherishing her family, giving to others and embarking on new adventures.

She was predeceased by her husband John (Jack) Bernard Tobin, sisters Mary, Ann and Isabel and brothers John, Nicholas and Michael, and is greatly missed by her children Lynn (Matthew Sklad), Anne-Marie (David Weintraub), Earl, John E. (Patricia Bellamy) and Fay Krenz (Brian) and grandchildren Alina, Jeremy, Daniel, Avery, Danielle, Kristina, Scott, Justin, Jessica, Alison and Curtis; and in-laws Diane Tobin, Girvin and Ellen Badry, Jeannette and many nieces and nephews. Stephanie was born April 4, 1928 in Inwood, Manitoba, the youngest child of Procopius and Jessie Medock.

Her father died when she was three but her mother continued to run the family farm. Stephanie walked three miles each way for school until moving to Teulon to finish high school. She attended Winnipeg Normal School to become a teacher and taught for nine years before her marriage to John, whose career as a military pilot took them to postings in Winnipeg, Edmonton, Montreal, Portage la Prairie, Ottawa and Trenton. While John was on frequent flights to northern Canada, Europe, Africa and other places, Stephanie ran the household, orchestrated many moves and ensured the children were enrolled in music, sports and other programs that interested them. She put her farm background to good use, planting prolific gardens, taking the kids apple- and cherry-picking, and canning, pickling and freezing the bounty. She packed delicious picnics for trips to Sandbanks, Birch Lake and other beaches. Always industrious, she enjoyed sewing clothes and costumes, crocheting warm and cozy blankets, taking cooking classes, perogy-making, growing her own beansprouts, making yogurt, butter and ice cream and trying new recipes. She loved flowers, especially the delicate lady slipper. After John took early retirement from the Canadian Armed Forces, he and Stephanie moved the family to Paynton, Saskatchewan, where they grew wheat, oats, barley and canola, and raised poultry and cattle. Stephanie enjoyed outings to pick wild berries for jams, jellies and syrups. They later retired from the farm to Ramsay Court in Saskatoon and kept busy with road trips, their garden, writing memoirs and doting on grandchildren.

Stephanie was active in her church, leading Bible study groups with friends and at the local prison. After John died in 2012, she decided to move to Calgary. A funeral mass will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10 at Maidstone Roman Catholic Church, followed by interment at Paynton Cemetery. Arrangements are

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ELLEN ANNETTE LIPINSKI (NEE COMBRES) The celebration of life for Ellen Lipinski will take place June 1, 2019 a tthe Richard Community Hall at 1 p.m. Interment in the Richard Cemetery with a light lunch to follow. Feel free to share with family/friends that you think may be interested. __________________________________________________________ WILKINS: Graveside Service for Mrs. Phyllis Wilkins, resident of North Battleford, SK., will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2019 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Memorial donations may be made to Villa Pascal or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200) __________________________________________________________ DEGENSTEIN: Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Jack Degenstein, beloved husband of Mrs. Betty Degenstein, resident of Battleford, SK., will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2019 from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church in Battleford SK. Interment will take place at the Town Of Battleford Cemetery.

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MISSING YOU ALWAYS Mom, Dad, Jane, Mitch, Nico and Andi COMING EVENTS Attention: SKLA Luncheon We are hosting an Open Discussion forum on May 10. We will be covering topics such as ORT concerns, fire and safety, social services and more.

Cost $25.00/Person (incl. lunch) Location to be determined based on registration numbers.

Register by calling our office at 306-653-7149 or on our website at: www.saskatchewanlandlord association.ca

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Thank you for your donations in memory of Walter T. Nelson ...............................North Battleford Al Gotto.............................................North Battleford Charlotte Lahti ........................................... Battleford David W. Shury .......................................... Battleford Dean Williams...................................North Battleford Dr. Iain Weston .................................North Battleford Jacquelyne Byers .............................North Battleford Cheryl Nolin ......................................North Battleford Clifford Moore ...................................North Battleford Heather Feist ............................................. Battleford Maurice Vany ............................................. Battleford Frederick (Fred) St Marie ................................Meota Dennis Light........................................... Spruce Bluff Jacob (Jake) Wall .............................North Battleford Marcel Ferron ...................................North Battleford Merven W. Stepko ............................North Battleford Pearl Marjorie Folkersen ..................North Battleford Thomas Tkatchuk .............................North Battleford Dr. Gordon Stewart Palmer ..............North Battleford Elmer Hall .........................................North Battleford George Elwyn (Al) Staff ................................. Regina Joan Alda Potratz .............................North Battleford Karen Maynard Rongve............................Saskatoon R.M. (Scotty) Ross ...........................North Battleford Anna Lois Munn...............................................Cupar

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May 4th 8:00 - 3:00. Maps available at Patch’d Windmill and General Store.

Huge Garage Sale Thursday, May 2, 2:00p.m. 8:00p.m.

Friday, May 3, 2:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 4 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon. #15 Chemin Bellevue Westpark, Battleford. Antiques, Toys, Housewares, Old Crocks Huge Garage Sale Thursday, May 2, 2:00p.m. 8:00p.m.

Friday, May 3, 2:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 4 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon. #15 Chemin Bellevue Westpark, Battleford. Antiques, Toys, Housewares, Old Crocks

RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE Main Street Rabbit Lake Approximately 1,000 square feet

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R.M. of Douglas No. 436

FIRE BAN A Fire Ban is in effect EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY for the R.M. of Douglas No. 436.

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NOTICE OF PREPARATIONS OF ASSESSMENT ROLL Village of Krydor Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Village of Krydor for the year 2019 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday through Wednesday, May 3, to June 3, 2019. If not present on the aforementioned times please Call 306-280-6626 and a special appointment time will be scheduled for you.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Village of Krydor, Box 12, Krydor, Saskatchewan S0J 1K0 by the 3rd day of June, 2019 Dated this 3rd day of May, 2019 Wendy Tanchak Assessor

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL

Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377 for the year 2019 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, except all public holidays.

A Bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $25.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Assessor, Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377, Box 1084, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0, by the 29th day of May, 2019.

Dated this 26th day of April, 2019.

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TOWN OF BATTLEFORD

Request for Proposal Nuisance Yard Remediation The purpose of the request for proposal is to: 1. Select a service provider to clean up nuisance yards and sites within the Town of Battleford, including grass cutting, tree and shrub trimming, and the removal of garbage and debris, 2. Specify the base rate of providing a minimum level of service of at least 3 hours, 3. Specify an hourly rate should the work take more than 3 hours, 4. Provide an ‘as needed’ service within 48 hours.

The term of the agreement is May 21, 2019 until October 31, 2019.

Inquiries and submissions are to be made to Al Manibal, Public Safety Officer at (306) 441-5607 or publicsafetyofficer@battleford.ca.

Submissions, with fees and references are accepted until 4:00 p.m. May 2, 2019 at the Town Hall or via email.

The contract will be awarded May 7, 2019.

PUBLIC NOTICE Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498 Claims for damages resulting from Expropriation of 3.25 acres of land on the SE 25-52-17 W3 to provide legal access to the petitioner Pursuant to Section 19 of The Municipal Expropriation Act, the council of the Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498 gives notice that the work has been completed on the following property: The SE 25-52-17 W3 Any individual whose land was not taken for the work, but was injuriously affected must file a claim stating the nature of the damage and the amount claimed with the administrator of the Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498 on or before 4:00 p.m. on July 31, 2019.

Any claim not filled by that date is barred, issued at Glaslyn, Saskatchewan this 18th day of April, 2019.

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IN THE ESTATE of PATRICK ANTHONY FRANCESCONE, 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 21st day of May, 2019.

Karen Francescone Executor 1721, 425 - 115th Street East Saskatoon, SK S7N 2E5

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF: PHILLIP LEONARD LAPLANTE LATE OF MOOSOMIN FIRST NATION, 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 on or before the 17th day of May 2019.

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GRASS LAKE No. 381

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Property Comments: All native prairie.

Improvements: Fenced and cross fenced for livestock.

Assignment of Agricultural Lease on Adjacent Parcels: The Agricultural Crown Lease includes: NE 11-39-23-W3 158.53 acres 31 Cow Months NW 11-39-23-W3 160.00 acres 43 Cow Months SE 11-39-23-W3 156.31 acres 39 Cow Months SW 11-39-23-W3 156.22 acres 49 Cow Months NW 15-39-23-W3 160.00 acres 49 Cow Months SE 15-39-23-W3 160.00 acres 39 Cow Months SW 15-39-23-W3 160.00 acres 56 Cow Months Total 1,111.06 acres 306 Cow Months Terms and Conditions of Tenders are: 1. Envelopes must be marked “RM of Grass Lake - Tender”.

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

3. Sale is conditional on approval of Assignment of Pasture Lease from Saskatchewan Agriculture for adjacent land totalling 1,111.06 acres, more or less.

4. Seller will be responsible for the property taxes on the property to January 1, 2019.

5. Offers must include a deposit by certified cheque, bank draft or money order for 10.0% of the price being offered, payable to Jones Law Office in trust.

6. Buyer must provide balance of purchase price within 30 days of acceptance of offer.

7. All offers must be received in our office by the tender deadline 12:00 Noon, May 17, 2019.

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892-104th Street North Battleford 306-445-7261 COMING EVENTS p.m. Bring a mother, a daughter (19 yrs and older), and a grandmother and come to connect with other community women over a glass of wine donated by Scott Campbell Dodge and some finger foods prepared by the wonderful staff of Porta Bella Restaurant. Doors open at 6:00 pm and presentations from the three chosen charities will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday May 11

Fan Fest at the North Battleford Library at 11:30 a.m.We’re hosting a comic convention! It’s called North Battleford Fan Fest and we’re excited about it. While the library opens at 10:30 a.m. like usual, the events of Fan Fest begin at 11:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. There will be vendors, a Smash Bros tournament, an escape room, panel discussions and a costume contest! Come in cosplay! There will also be swag bags for the first 75 people through the door!

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for more community events

Club 70 Social Dance Club - Drift Wood at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352-100th Street, North Battleford, 7:00 -11:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Lunch served at 11:00 p.m. $15.00/adult/senior. Carol 306-386-2470.

Alcoholics Anonymous

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Women’s Annual Mother’s Day Tea & Bake Sale at St. Paul’s Anglican Church 1312-99th Street, North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.Admission $3.00. Everyone welcome. Door prize.

Al-anon Family Groups

Mother’s Day Tea and Bake Sale at the Battleford United Church 52-4th Avenue West, Battleford from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Cost $5.00.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Fundraiser for Zion Lutheran Church, North Battleford. Legends 2019 - Featuring Kitty Wells, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline and Elvis. Surprise your mom with a ticket for Mother’s Day. Supper and entertainment. $30.00 for both or $10.00 for entertainment. For tickets please call, 306-445-5162.

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

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.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 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 dropin fee per night) plus a $5.00 fee for the Table Tennis Saskatchewan membership/insurance.

Thursdays

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

Saturday May 4

The Comic Strippers Improv Comedy Show. A male stripper parody & improv comedy show. A show for all genders 19+ only.

Dekker Centre 623 Carlton Trail, North Battleford at 7:30 pm. A ficticious male stripper troupe, played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians, performs a sexylarious improv comedy show. These guys try to be sexy...it just comes out funny.

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Box Office 306-445-7700 or boxoffice@dekkercentre.com.

Saturday May 4

Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.These public information sessions are intended to help people who are considering or may be in the separation/divorce process.

Registration is mandatory. There is no fee for these sessions. To register call toll free 1-877-964-5501. Location will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only. No child care provided.

Mondays May 6 & May 12

Sharing Grief’s Journey. Mondays March 25 - May 12, 2019.A support group for those struggling with the loss of a loved one. Mondays at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. for 8 weeks. For more information call Sue at 306-445-6658 or Denise at 306-441-3338.

Tuesday May 7

Trivia Tuesday at the North Battleford Library. Come to the library for a fun night of trivia! Teams of 2-4 must register beforehand by calling the library at 306-445-3206. Begins at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday May 8

Tie-Dye Fun. Come to the North Battleford Library for an evening of tie-dye fun! Bring a white t-shirt, cloth bag, or pair of tube socks and unleash your creativity. Please pre-register by calling the library at 306-445-3206, as spots are limited. Begins at 7:00 p.m.

Thursday May 9

Please state on your cover letter that you are applying for a “Garden Centre Position”. Deadline May 9th, 2019.

100 Women Who Care The Battlefords at the Empress Carpet One Floor & Home, Highway 4 North, North Battleford at 6:00

Saturday May 11 Saturday May 11

Monday May 13

Musical Monday at North Battleford Library at 10:30 a.m. Bring your toddlers and preschoolers to the auditorium for some fun music and movement! Note: the main library is closed during this time. We are only open for this event.

Tuesday May 14

Seniors’ Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall 1942-98th Street, North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bingo, coffee and entertainment by Charlie Baillargeon. All seniors welcome.

Tuesday May 14

Origami Night at the North Battleford Library at 6:30 p.m. Come to the library for a fun evening of origami. No experience necessary.

No registration required. Paper and instruction provided. Begins at 6:30 p.m. Hope to see you there! Ages 13+.

Wednesday May 15

Screening: Under Our Skin at the North Battleford Library. Begins at 7:00 p.m. Join us at the library for a special screening of the documentary Under Our Skin, which discusses the importance of the awareness of Lyme Disease and its causes and effects.Admission is by donation to the Saskatchewan Lyme Disease Association.

Wednesday May 15

Coffee Corner & Mini Bakery at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1312-99th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Come and join us once a month for a cup of coffee, tea or juice, taste our delicious home baking and buy some to take home. Pies, cookies, bread, cinnamon buns, etc. Come and relax, bring a book, bring a friend, bring your pre-schoolers. All are welcome.We will feature a different decadent delight each month with yesterday’s prices. Look forward to seeing you.

Thursday May 16

Essay Help for Teens at the North Battleford Library at 4:00 p.m.

Teens are invited to bring their writing to this drop-in program at the library to get it proofread or revised. Whether it’s for school or leisure, we’re here to help. This program is in partnership with Battlefords Concern for Youth, who can provide rides to the library by calling them at 306-441-6930.

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.

Hall of Fame family Continued from Page 9 Next in line is Gary who played his minor ball in Lang. Gary was part of the Lang Babe Ruth team that reached the provincial finals in 1955. Gary was the starting catcher on the senior team for years. After retiring from playing ball, Gary coached his three children in minor ball.

He was the coach for the Milestone PeeWee team winning provincial championships twice, with his son Mark catching for the team. Gary was instrumental in building the minor ball facility in Milestone.

Daughter Marilyn was a great Lang Angels fan, and enjoyed watching the game. One grandson, Kyle Deters, played minor ball in Vibank.

Carol’s youngest daughter, Julie, loved to play softball. Carol has grandchildren and great grandchildren that love to play the game.

Arlene played softball for years in Lang, then she and husband Bernie worked tirelessly in minor baseball in Milestone where all five of their children played. Their son Jay is a power hitter in competitive slo-pitch, winning many championships.

Three of Arlene’s children are heavily involved in baseball in Regina with several grandchildren playing.

Youngest son, Ray, played minor baseball in Lang, starting to play senior ball in 1967. He was a left-handed power hitting batter, a pitcher and an infielder, having been on many championship teams, including the 1989 Senior Provincial “C” Champions. Ray was always heavily involved with baseball, as were all his children and wife Judy, who is a top quality scorekeeper and organizer. In 1980, following his father Russell, who held the position of coach and manager of the Lang Angels from 1934 to1979, Ray was named coach and manager of the team, continuing in that position until he retired in 2007. In 2007, Ray was inducted into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame. All

three children are involved in baseball: one in Regina, one in Carnduff and one in Meadow Lake. Carla played minor ball in Milestone before moving to the city where she coached her children for a short time.

Nolan Marsden Beck, a member of two provincial champion teams has now graduated to umpiring. Sons Blair and Regan, both having played on two provincial champion teams in Lang and three with the Qu’Appelle Valley Baseball League. Blair was also on both the Carnduff and Carlyle provincial champion teams. Regan was on the North Battleford and Meadow Lake provincial champion teams. Both played with Lang Angels for many years before moving to their respective towns where they continue to be heavily involved in baseball. Ray, along with sons Blair and Regan, were involved for years with the Saskatchewan Baseball Association in many capacities. Both Ray and Regan have received the SBA Manager of the Year Award. Blair’s oldest son, Carter, was the 2015 recipient of the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame Scholarship Award.

Donna, the youngest of the Beck children, played minor ball all through her school years. she and husband Glen Winkler, who played senior ball in Lang for several years, live in Meadow Lake where they were instrumental in getting Meadow Lake on the baseball map. Glen coached several power house Meadow Lake teams to provincial championships, and was active with Sask Baseball. Donna continues as scorekeeper for the senior baseball team in Meadow Lake. Their children are all involved with sports, with Quincy playing college baseball in the USA. There are now close to 25 Beck offspring that will be playing the game of baseball. The legacy passed down from Russell and Marguerite to their children and grandchildren has baseball bred into them.

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Woman in the Well – Murder in Sutherland

On June 29, 2006, on the west corner of 108th Street and Central Avenue in the Saskatoon neighbourhood of Sutherland, a work crew discovered a woman’s body while excavating fuel tanks from an old gas station. She had been murdered, wrapped in a burlap sack, stuffed into a barrel and thrown into a well. The Shore Hotel once sat on the site where the woman’s body was found.

The Saskatoon City Police determined that the “Woman in the Well” had been killed sometime in the early 1900s. Her body and clothing were relatively well-preserved due to the mixture of water and gasoline from the gas station that was later built on the site.

Carole Wakabayashi, a clothing and textile historian, helped the city police to date the woman’s fitted jacket, high-collared blouse and long skirt to somewhere between 1910 and 1920.

A broken golden necklace was found with the body.

Also found rolled up in a ball next to the woman’s corpse were a man’s vest and trousers.

Dr. Ernest Walker, forensic archeologist at the University of Saskatchewan, determined that the victim was a Caucasian woman between the ages of 25 and 35, five feet and

Railway and Main

By Joan Champ

joanchamp@shaw.ca one inch tall, with a promi- here which has been grownent nose and light brown ing by leaps and bounds,” to reddish hair. Walker ex- Shore told the Saskatoon tracted mitochondrial DNA Daily Star in January 1914. from the woman’s remains, “Since the advent of street which investigators hope to cars, the receipts have match to a living descen- doubled.” The City of Sasdant. Police unveiled two katoon built a new streetcar facial reconstructions hop- line to Sutherland that year, ing that someone might and people waited for the Police turned to two facial reconstructionists to solve this century-old murder. recognize the woman from arrival of streetcars inside tive use at the time of the old family photos. Police the Shore Hotel. The hotel woman’s murder.

The Shore Hotel subsequently received must have had an unsaabout 30 calls from people vory reputation because, changed ownership three across Canada and as far on January 14, 1914, the times during 1914, at a cost away as France looking for Sutherland Town Coun- of $50,000 for each sale. a missing mother, grand- cil requested that City of The hotel’s value plummetmother, or great aunt, but Saskatoon build a separate ed when Prohibition was no DNA matches have been shelter, stating, “… it is not declared by the provincial conducive to the morals of government in 1915. The made to date.

The Shore Hotel was the community to have la- Town of Sutherland took erected in May of 1912 by dies and children awaiting the property in 1919 when William W. Shore in the the arrival of cars in the the taxes weren’t paid. In the fall of 1927, the town village of Sutherland. Lo- Hotel.”

Prior to 1914 when water advertised in the Star-Phoecated about three miles east of Saskatoon, Sutherland mains and sewer lines were nix that the old Shore had was founded by the Cana- extended from Saskatoon to been declared a public nuiThe Shore Hotel. Source: The Star-Phoenix, dian Pacific Railway (CPR) Sutherland, water was either sance. Tenders were sought December 16, 1912. in 1908. By the end of 1912, delivered by horse-drawn for the demolition of the hoits population had grown tanks to barrels in the kitch- tel in November 1927. workers? Was she an em- tic one? Sadly, despite the Who was the Lady in the ployee at the Shore Hotel, valiant efforts of the Saskafrom 100 to 1500. Over ens of the town’s homes or half of the residents were hauled from wells. The well Well? Was she a prostitute killed by a man at the hotel? toon Police Service, we will 1471 - 100th Street North 445-4451 this rough-and-tumble on the Shore Hotel site may in Battleford employees of the CPR. Was she a transient herself? probably never learn her “I have a good business or may not have been in ac- town filled with railway Was the crime a domes- identity.

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By request, we have brought Neighbourly Advice According to Ed back to our pages. Enjoy!

Too hard and cynical to believe and trust There is no doubt that Ed, my old friend in Saskatchewan, is a cynic in temperament.

My old neighbour called last weekend and was skeptical of my plans to attend Maundy Thursday and Good Friday church services, as well as Easter Sunday morning. Since he tends to see any church attendance as pointless, extra services in one week had him questioning my motivation for attending them.

Since Jesus lived and died more than two thousand years ago, Ed is sure that the church’s Holy Week is rooted in antiquity that is irrelevant to sane people today. He

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca is a naysayer about Jesus as both man and God. He believes Jesus was a man but not the Son of God. My old neighbour is like Thomas unwilling to accept Jesus is God and is risen from the dead. He must be able to touch the nail holes in his hands and see Jesus alive in the flesh

with his own eyes. Until this happens, Ed is unwilling to have faith in Jesus and worship Him. Ed isn’t one to live and let live. Ed dismisses millions of believers in Jesus as the Son of God, both past and present, as motivated by misguided self-interest. Ed believes

that they want to avoid hell after death; so, they go to worship at church now as it is like paying an insurance policy for the future. He is distrusting of the motives and actions of other people and God. Easy does it, is not part of Ed’s mindset.

Ed and I have often talked of his tendency to see the worst in most people and situations.

Through the years he has gathered comments that he likes to offer; such as marriage is neither heaven, nor hell, but lifelong purgatory. On any given day Ed will tell you that; death is never the end it is always followed by litigation, and to be free of prejudice hate

everyone. Ed does not feel that he knows everything, but he knows more than enough to tell you’re wrong, and he is right.

Ed could not believe I would say that he was a cynic about seeing Holy Week services as pointless. According to him, he is God’s loyal opposition and equal in wisdom and insight to God’s Word in the Bible. I have told Ed that he might need to go easy when it comes to God as some of God’s greatest opponents have become His most loyal servants.

God works conversion in many cynical hearts. I have told Ed he is betting on himself, but I am betting on God for His love

reaches the unbelieving to change or turn them from unbelief to belief.

Faith in Jesus is born in the heart of opposition, doubt, and cynicism. The people could not deny that Jesus of Nazareth was credited with doing miracles of God among them. Even after they put him to death nailing Him to the cross. God raised Jesus from the dead. Witnesses not only testified to Jesus’ resurrection but His ascension to heaven. They were willing to die rather than deny their witness of Jesus as both Lord and Christ. God gathers those who are saved by faith in Jesus from loyal unbelievers like Ed.

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.

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

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

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

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

Everyone Welcome

1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service

Pastor: Bill Hall

Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Mission Partners)

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

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

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

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 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.

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

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

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Take care of their teeth: oral hygiene for cats and dogs Just like humans, dogs and cats can have dental issues that affect their health. Your pet’s mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria, so it’s important to take care of their teeth.

As soon as you adopt your pet, start brushing their teeth regularly. It may take a few weeks of training, but most animals get used to it quickly. Be sure to use toothpaste made for dogs or cats though, because human

toothpaste with fluoride isn’t safe for them. You

should also offer your pet lots of treats, toys and

hard, crunchy foods that are designed to maintain their oral health.

Some signs that your pet has dental issues include teeth with yellow or brown buildup, red and swollen gums, bad breath and difficulties eating.

Be sure to have your pet’s teeth professionally cleaned by a veterinarian. A proper cleaning involves a full scaling and removal of

plaque and tartar under general anesthesia, which can’t be performed by a groomer.

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What to know when adopting a rabbit If you’re thinking about adopting a rabbit, you need to be ready to make a commitment.

These furry creatures need lots of care and attention and have lifespans ranging up to 12 years.

Here’s what a pet bunny needs to thrive.

To be spayed or neutered: rabbits that are sterilized live longer, healthier lives and are easier to train and bond with.

Fixing your b u n n y may also make it less prone to aggressive and destructive behaviours.

Lots of exercise: your rabbit should be left in its cage while you sleep and while you’re away from home, but make sure it gets lots of time out of its cage to roam around the house and play with you.

Something to chew: a rabbit’s teeth never stop growing and chewing is how they keep their chompers in check.

Give them lots of things to munch on like hay,

crunchy veggies, twigs and chew toys. Don’t forget to bunny-proof your house so they don’t gnaw at your furniture and electrical wires.

Rabbits make great pets but require as much maintenance as cats do. As long as you’re prepared to spend time caring for your longeared friend, you’ll have a wonderful companion for years to come.

Is my dog or cat overweight?

Many house pets in North America are overweight or obese, usually because they get too many treats and not enough exercise. How-

ever, extra weight can lead to serious health problems for your pet, including osteoarthritis, diabetes and heart and respiratory issues.

If you’re not sure if your pet is overweight, you can easily check if you know what to look for when you examine them. Healthy dogs and cats have a waist between their ribcage and hind legs that you can see when standing over them, and their belly should tuck in toward their hind legs. When you run your hands down your pet’s sides and back, you should feel their ribs and spine through a thin layer of fat.

If your pet’s overweight, talk to your vet about how to help them get to a healthy weight

for their size and breed. This typically includes feeding them only the recommended amount of food, cutting down on treats and table scraps and making sure they get enough exercise. Just like humans, cats and dogs need to move to lose weight, so make sure to take your dog for long, regular walks, and play with your cat to raise it’s heart rate.

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Lashburn Veterans’ Gallery to celebrate re-opening Submitted by Kathy Berg

Lashburn Centennial Museum

The Veterans’ Gallery in Lashburn, part of the Lashburn Centennial Museum, is celebrating its 20th anniversary and grand reopening in its new location on Saturday, June 8.

The Veterans’ Gallery was the brainchild of Milly Carruthers (19242017). In the early days of Milly’s teaching career, she watched her contemporaries leave to fight in WWII. Milly corresponded with some of these young men.

When Milly was nearing retirement, she had a desire to recognize our veterans. In April, 1999, the museum passed a motion allowing Milly to design a veterans’ gallery. That month she wrote letters to veterans or their relatives, asking for veterans’ information and received 80 framed submissions, as she called them. Another 76 families were working on information.

Before long, the rest of the board felt just as passionate about this project, including Isabelle Hurlburt. She and Milly were like “two peas in a pod,” as Isabelle’s daughter remembered. And more than one remembered the frames and information that were piled high in Milly’s living room. Milly liked to boast that she had

In the collection are uniforms from the Boer War up to the 1980s, a wheel chair and prosthetic legs, prison art, medals, pictures, canteens, a gas mask, a rocket launcher and much more, along with their stories.

framed 200 veterans.

The museum, itself, had been founded in 1967, so a solid catalogue system was in place. This was Clara Harris’ forte, so she saw to it that the VG collection was also carefully documented. And so the Veterans’ Gallery continued to grow and be documented.

Dale Winacott bought the Legion building a few years ago and generously donated it to the museum.

Over the next few years a foundation was built and eventually the legion was moved onto its present site. The ugly siding was

The Veterans’ Gallery was moved to the Lashburn Centennial Museum’s Legion building last June. The unused building was purchased and donated to the museum a number of years ago and is a slightly larger space than the gallery’s previous location. Photos submitted

removed revealing shiplap, which we painted. The roof was repaired and shingled.

Inside it was gutted and

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renovated, painted and refloored. In 2017 the renovations were completed, and in the spring of 2018 the collection was moved over.

In 2017, Bev Henry donated a large collection of items and uniforms from the 1970-1980 militia including our first female uniforms, and our first Dead Man’s Penny.

The collection consists of more than framed records of service. In the collection you will find uniforms from the Boer War up to the 1980s, a wheel chair and prosthetic legs, prison art, medals, pictures, canteens, a gas mask,

a rocket launcher and much more, along with their stories.

It’s exciting when the public and our young employees get enthusiastic about the history and designing the displays. In 2018 the student employees put together a collage of WWI photographic prints.

Two local women designed the front display area of our new location. Are we finished yet? No. There are still a few more upgrades.

We also plan to heat the building, so we can accept a WWII model airplane collection. There is also potential for an additional display area.

By bringing this information to the public, our goals are threefold – more visits to the Veterans’ Gallery – offers of volunteering from people who share our passion – and monetary donations.

You are invited to help us celebrate on June 8, which is also Lashburn’s Community Day. We will participate in the town parade at 10:30 am. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 1:30 p.m. on the steps of the Legion, which is the new home of the Veterans’ Gallery.

Tours of the gallery and the museum will be available throughout the day.

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Spring melt is taking its time at the lake Correspondent

The community hall April luncheon was another tasty success with the usual group of volunteers doing the work, which we do appreciate. There was a fair crowd and that is also appreciated for their support of the hall.

The ice is taking its time melting and every day the scene changes. A strong west wind last week saw it move to the eastern shores, but the wind again on Saturday turned it around so it came back into Sparrow Bay, but gently. The main part of water is open with the south side showing ice.

It is broken up and running into Jackfish Creek with quite a noise. Over at the bridge, there was quite a huge island of ice piled high, and the ice you could see piled up across at Day’s Beach must have been 10 to 20 feet high, but no way to access it to check it out closely.

On April 20, Warren and Vernon Iverson and their sister Arlene Walker and a friend, Kathy Seretzky, travelled to Denver, Col., to visit relatives there.

Kathy visited with her friends in Denver. They were fortunate to have several cousins and their families all get together to share pictures, record books and stories. They had not seen any of these relatives since 2006 so there were many changes to catch up on.

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wet most of the trip and they enjoyed seeing lots of Angus cattle and antelope along the way.

Duplicate bridge was played in the Pioneer Hall April 23 with top score by Jetta and Terrance Dasilva, second were Gerry Craig and Mary Phelps and third went to Lucille and Bernard Gregoire. April 25, same place, same time, saw top marks in order - Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen, Catriona Winterholt and Donna Scherman, David Sharpe and Vern Iverson.

Garage Sale Day in Edam is set for May 4.

The Meota Concession plans to open May 15 with their usual great offerings.

An afternoon spent at Edam Manor April 25 was interesting as a group gathered for a time of acrylic painting on canvas or rock, with Beth Wynne leading them. The results were interesting as this is a nice medium to work with. We had supper at the Vawn Hotel on our way home, an interesting establishment and good food. Thursday evening the public is invited to watch a movie at the Manor, usually a good one.

Now the weather has turned cold again with one place near Calgary reporting thunderstorms

Large rocks pushed by the ice over the berm at the Meota swimming hole. Photo by Lorna Pearson

and blizzard at the same time – talk about confused weather!

The robins are happy to have water in the birdbath and they make regular use of it. Such fun to watch them flapping and splashing away and then preening their feathers.

Quite a few folks have been cleaning up their lots, trimming trees and opening up for summer traffic to come.

It has been too windy and cool for a lot of action at the golf course but it will soon be busier when the weather warms up.

One cabin is being renovated and we see material coming into town, so the carpenter work never stops around here. There are quite a few places for sale, too. Both of Robert Iverson’s houses are being renovated so the results will be interesting.

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MAIDSTONE – Cribbage was played April 15 with high score going to Dorothy Schwartz and low to Bev Stewart. Denise Newton supplied lunch.

The March-April potluck birthday luncheon was held at the centre on Wednesday, April 17, with 13 seniors in attendance, including three visitors. Long time member Rose Danychuck, who now resides at Pine Island Lodge, was brought by her daughter-in-law Andrea to celebrate her 90th birthday. Shannon Smith gave the blessing and we all welcomed her mother home from spending the winter in the United States.

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Cribbage was played April 22 with high score going to Dorothy Schwarz and low to Lois Myer.

Dorothy supplied lunch.

Bingo was played April 24 with Joan Smith and Margaret MacEachern doing the calling. Lunch was served by Cheryl MacCaskill.

Movie night was Friday, April 26, with 21 in attendance. Thank you to the seniors who helped at the movie.

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It’s the time of year to watch out for the ticks as this is the season they are hatching and out there full force. They are hiding in the dead grasses, leaves that fell last fall and on tree branches and bushes. With the milder winter they have had an easy spell. They are a tiny spider-like bug that can jump on your skin and clothing and just stick there. They are looking to get at your blood and can dig right into your skin.

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long-sleeved shirts and long pants to help fend them off.

More than likely the warm spring sunshine will bring out another rash of maple bugs. They are a big nuisance and a pest, but not harmful to people. There will be loads of out little red and black ladybugs.

They are helpful little fellows to attack the aphids on tree leaves. They are harmless to people and animals.

Now that the fresh new

leaves are soon on the trees, there will likely be an outbreak of the Black Forest caterpillars. They do multiply fast and soon strip all the fresh new green leaves off the trees.

They are a real pest and build their cocoons all over the place and like to crawl on sunny sides of buildings and all over the streets and roads. Thank goodness they are harmless, but a pest.

Many municipalities all over Saskatchewan have issued fire bans. Some bans were not put on soon enough. Like we all know, once the snow has gone watch out for these out of

control wildfires. They can spread so fast with all the wind to take off quickly in the tinderdry long grass, bush-

es and trees. There is not too much green grass and leaves yet. There already have been some big fires in the area of Biggar, Red Pheasant, Mosquito and Poundmaker, scorching a good many acres of

land. No one hurt, but a few losses of buildings. It’s just not safe to light any kind of a fire.

Some farmers have

started on the land, preparing it for seeding. A little seeding has already started. It won’t be long and the whole countryside will be going. The soil is quite dry and we do need some rainfall soon. It has been the driest April for many years.

There have been a few whooping cranes seen in the local area.

They stop to feed and rest as they move on to the northern nesting areas.

Stanley Mills was a recent visitor at the home of George and Linda Casey, John and Lois Syhut of Sonningdale, Lorna Bater of Baljennie and Sam and Margaret Parrish of Willowmoore.

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St. James CWL celebrates 75th anniversary Submitted On the evening of April 24, approximately 100 Catholic Women’s League members and guests gathered to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Wilkie CWL Council.

Individual years of service awards were given out, recognizing a new member all the way up to milestones of 60 and 65 years of dedicated service.

Membership Chairperson Sophie Metlewsky extended a warm invitation to non-members present, and to friends of members to consider becoming a part of this important organization.

The Bellelle Guerin Award was presented to Lois Weber for her exceptional service to the league by Diocesan president Ingrid Eggerman of Watson.

Both Ingrid Eggerman, Diocesan CWL president, and Margaret Schwab, the provincial CWL president, were in Wilkie to bring greetings on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary.

The evening started at 5 p.m. with a beautiful mass honouring Blessed Mary, Our Lady of Good Counsel, whose feast day is April 26.

Following mass, a delicious banquet, catered

by Second to None caterers from Battleford, and a beautiful anniversary cake

made by Kelly Ziegler were enjoyed by everyone.

After the banquet, a short history and some interesting facts about Wilkie CWL’s past 75 years were shared with the guests. Messages of congratulations were received from neighboring CWL organizations from Unity and Tramping Lake, from the Wilkie Knights of Columbus and from both the Saskatoon Diocesan and Saskatchewan Provincial Councils of the CWL. To end the evening and make it a truly memorable event, the members and guests were treated to a wonderful a cappella musical performance by the well-known Battlefords Blend. This chapter of the Sweet Adelines have been sharing their amazing talent and love of music in and around this area for many years and always leave their audiences delighted and wishing they could hear more.

After a few lovely door prizes were handed out, Wilkie CWL President Pat Exley thanked all the special guests for bringing greetings and being part of the celebration. She closed by thanking the dedicated ladies, present and past, who have made the CWL such an important and vital part of St. James Parish and the community.

CWL members receiving Years of Service Awards: Carla Lang, new member; Allison Cey, five years; Margaret Cey, 20 years; Ruth Weber, 25 years; Mary Cey, 30 years; Rose Reiniger, 45 years; Mary Nestmann, 45 years; Veronica Zimmer, 60 years; Monica Laturnus, 60 years; Annette Gutting accepting for Irene Gerein, 65 years.

Missing: Rachel Mamer, five years; Bev Barth, 20 years; Agatha Weber, 40 years. Photos submitted

Lois Weber receiving the Bellelle Guerin Award from Ingrid Eggerman, Saskatoon Diocesan president.

President Pat Exley receiving a 75th Anniversary Certificate from the provincial president, Margaret Schwab.

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Show and tell highlights vibrant quilts Correspondent

It sure feels good to be outside enjoying the first suns of summer.

Usually at this time of year, farmers are busy with spring work and seeding preparations. This year there are combines finishing up what had to be left from fall. This is next year country, but perhaps this year the crops will all get off before the snow. Let’s hope.

Meeting Lake is not entirely ice-free yet but usually is before the May long weekend. We were very concerned about the runoff from an above average snow pack and how that might impact the already full lake. Fortunately, the lake is high, but no higher than it has been recently.

April 13 the Rabbit Lake Community Hall held its annual spring supper. Jason Loehndorf was the winner of the 50-50 draw.

April 15, the quilting group held it spring show and tell at the community hall. Many projects were on display. Of course, quilts were the main feature but there were also potholders and kids art. Donna German teaches art lessons to kids 5-16 years old over the winter months. This year from four to 12 kids took in the opportunity to become

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creative. A highlight of the evening was recognizing Lynn Morrison for her seven years of instructing the quilters of the community.

The Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association held its annual general meeting on April 7. The treasurer reported that both the ball tournament and the snowmobile rally were financially successful. The books were reviewed by Ed Szasz and found to be in good shape.

The board of directors for 2019-2020 is Russell Aumack, president, Derek Moore, vice president, Alan Laughlin, secretary, and Lynne Moore, treasurer. Directors are Dave Rodh, Curtis Bassingthwaite, Amanda Moore, Isabelle McLennan, Trevor Pauls, Mary MacDonald, Darren Spielmann and Micky Allchurch. The annual slo-pitch tournament will be held on July 5, 6 and 7 in the community of Rabbit Lake.

The Rabbit Lake Library held its annual meeting on March 20. The library board remains with Donna German chairperson, Lynne Morrison sec-

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A collection of quilts done by the Rabbit Lake Quilters over the winter. All quilts are a variation of the log cabin pattern.

Cindy Miller (left) presents Lynn Morrison (right) with a gift certificate thanking her for her years of instructing quilting in Rabbit Lake. Photos by Alan Laughlin

A version of the log cabin pattern quilted by Marie Balazsi.

retary/treasurer, and Norma Sherman, Joan Dzialo, Marie Balazsi and Naomi Unger directors. Lynne Morrison is the librarian.

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nior Sunrise Circle held its annual meeting after the April potluck supper.

Jim Tomkins remains the president, Norma Sherman vice president, Naomi Unger secretary and Lynne Morrison treasurer. Directors are Melita Hildebrand, Isabelle Mclennan, Carol Ferguson, Karen Vallee, Gordon Sherman, Cornie Martens, Elaine Tomkins and Ken Rogers. A very big thank you goes to Shirley Leigh who has served on the board for many years but has stepped aside due to health issues. The seniors are pleased to be bringing Terryann Strongarm back for a musical evening on April 26 and Will Ballendine on May 10.

As the season changes from spring toward summer people will be busy getting their yards all spruced up, getting RVs all ready for the camping season and gardens tilled.

Samples of kid’s art done over the winter.

“Crumbs” potholders quilted by Naomi Unger.

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By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Country Ford held a week long car show and sale also benefitting several community charities with daily fundraising barbecues at the Agriplex in conjunction with their show, so a big thank you to this business for choosing a “give back” feature of their week-long event.

Chase the Ace officially began yesterday, May 1, so come on down to the Legion Hall each Wednesday and try your hand at lady luck and support the Lions Club, who distributed over $30K in their last round of Chase the Ace, thanks to your support.

The Town Meeting on April 25 brought concerns over a number of issues, all of which take dollars to resolve.

I am going to play catch up a little on news that I have missed during a busy time in writing this column. I felt very honoured to have won the SWNA 2019 award for Best Saskatchewan Recreation Story. Also a big congratulations to my teammate, Helena Long, who won three bronze awards, a testament to the work we are committed to in your small town paper.

Congratulations to Si Campbell who received a 50-year pin for his long

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time commitment and dedication to Unity’s Royal Canadian Legion.

Congratulations to the multiple scholarship winners at Unity’s 2019 Music Festival. We have so much talent in this community.

Special congratulations out to those performers who earned provincial recommendations: Jenifer Deuchar, Sophia Ulrich, Matthew Witzaney, Zenon Orobko, Anthony Witzany and Owen Keller We wish them the best as they head to orovincial music festival this weekend.

Congratulations to UCHS drama team who will be performing at Provincial Drama Festival this weekend in Regina. Break a leg!

Congratulations and thank you to the organizers of the new sports phenomenon – pickleball – which started last night and will continue every Wednesday at the Unity Curling rink at 7 p.m. for everyone of all ages and abilities.

There was a great turnout on their first night and with the enthusiastic response it received, hopes will be for even bigger turnouts in the

days ahead. Contact Richard or Karen Briggs if you have any questions on this new sport being offered.

This weekend the Unity Community centre will be busy as it is the Unity Sports Wall of Fame Induction event that will induct more than 20 teams as well as two individuals.

Congratulations to all inductees and those who supported them in their success story.

While the museum pancake brunches may be over, the activity at the museum is not. Coming up is the Hobby Show next weekend as well as opening day activity. Please encourage visitors to come and view this fine facility in Unity that so many hands have helped create, maintain and showcase for everyone’s enjoyment.

Unity Western Days is looking for rodeo queen contestants as well as volunteers for the multiple activities they will have in conjunction with this event. Contact Brian or Bryce Woytiuk at UMP if you are interested.

Unity Minor hockey is holding their annual meeting on May 9 at 7 p.m. at the Armada Conference room and everyone is welcome to attend, with executive positions available as well as concerns and kudos being addressed.

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gram, save the date of May 26 for the annual Minor Ball Day featuring at least one game for every division of the ball program on that day, including the learn to play kids. As well, the midget Cardinals have joined the senior Cardinals in the NSRBL and games have begun this month.

Senior cards will be on the road for their opening game of the season and will return to the home diamonds on May 16 for their home opener. Friday night slo-pitch has begun.

UCHS welcomed back their travel students who returned from Greece and Italy. UCHS held a wonderfully successful student led conferences accompanied by a career and post secondary fair for students

to get some clarity on what is needed for area jobs and post secondary plans. Badminton is now complete and track season is the last remaining sports on the school calendar. Warrior football will hold their spring camp next week.

UPS staff and students take on the last couple months of this school year with some new lesson learning, a new sports season and soon field trip activity to begin. May 31- Track and Field (June 4 - Alternate Track and Field Day). June will be a month of educational field trips for Grades 6, 5, 4 and 3, while the Kindergarten year-end and Grade 6 yearend celebrations take place later in June.

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dents and staff, following their Easter break, will jump right into the last leg of their school year with some new lessons on tap as well as some new extracurricular activities ready to go.

Coffee row folks are full of community spirit, reviewing the fun, busy April that took place and all of the activity lined up for May. Spring fever, sadly, included fire conversations but there was still abundant optimism as talk of seeding, gardening and spring activity and bird sightings is prevalent.

So you can see life is full of fun and activity in Unity and our friends at coffee row sharing this traditional part of our community culture. Until next time...

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