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Past, Present, Future - Chief Poundmaker Exonerated

The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, arrived by wagon, accompanied by modern day chiefs, to a ceremony marking the exoneration of the famous Chief Poundmaker on Thursday of last week. Thousands gathered for the event, many years in the making. See the story on Pages 6 and 7. Photo by Averil Hall

High hopes for more reconciliation after Poundmaker exoneration

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The exoneration of Chief Poundmaker was greeted with enthusiasm by those attending the ceremonies last week.

So much so, that talk is on about what comes next.

First Nations leaders talked at the event Thursday about moving ahead with other potential exonerations and apologies, especially concerning the eight Indigenous warriors

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who were hanged at Fort Battleford in 1885, and who are buried there.

“Over here in this town called Battleford, eight warriors were hung publicly,” said Perry Bellegarde, national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. “… we can’t forget that mass grave,” he said.

The national chief added there was more work to do. Bellegarde encouraged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “in the work you do. We know it’s hard. And

let me tell you, I know we can’t please everyone. I get called many things, too.

But that’s public service.”

Bellegarde expressed optimism about the future.

“The last 150 years wasn’t very good for First Nations people,” said Bellegarde.

“We learned, but it’s the next 150 years that we will build upon.”

In meeting with reporters, federal CrownIndigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Minister Carolyn Bennett was asked

whether the federal government would also exonerate Big Bear, One Arrow and others who had gone to trial unjustly.

“We are absolutely inspired by the work the communities have done to get the true story out and for us to be able to acknowledge the mistakes the Government of Canada has made and how we go forward,” said Bennett. “Each will be taken individually based on what the community is asking for.”

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Sharps pickups continue to increase in NB

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The North Battleford Fire Department is reporting they are responding to even more calls for sharps pickups in the city this year.

At city council Monday, Fire Chief Trevor Brice provided the latest numbers. He reported there were 84 calls for needle pickups for the first four months of 2019, compared to 11 for the same period in 2018.

The vast majority of pickups were in March and April. There were 37 calls in March and 43 calls in April. Brice reported that he knows the calls for May will be higher. “It’s

got worse in May than in April. The calls continue to increase,” he said.

Most of the calls are coming from the central portion of the city, mainly between 100th and 110th Street south of 19th Avenue.

Mayor Ryan Bater asked if people are using the yellow drop off bins to safely dispose needles. Brice responded they are, yet calls continued to increase.

Brice added he has been speaking with the health authority, looking to make sure those boxes are in the right place.

Councillor Kelli Hawtin asked whether this same increase is being seen around the province and what others are doing.

Brice said he would talk to

his colleagues across the province to see how they were responding.

In speaking to reporters Bater acknowledged the numbers were something council was looking at closely.

“I’m encouraged to hear that our fire chief’s been having conversations with the ministry of health on that subject, and maybe we need to look at the locations of those boxes and whether we need more.

The feedback I’ve heard from council tonight is we might be open to that. We have a lot of instances of sharps being left in homes and other locations and we want to ensure public safety. If that will help we’re open to it.”

Fire Chief Trevor Brice says there were 84 calls for needle pickups for the first four months of 2019, compared to 11 for the same period in 2018. Photo by John Cairns

Airport runway work to proceed, but scaled back

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It is confirmed the City of North Battleford will go ahead with the latest phase of runway rehabilitation at the Cameron McIntosh Airport.

This is despite losing out on a provincial Community Airport Partnership grant that would have

covered 50 per cent of the latest phase of the project, which had been estimated at $550,000.

Instead of doing $550,000 worth of runway work, Mayor Ryan Bater told reporters, they will do half of that, or $275,000.

“We’re going to scale it back because we weren’t awarded the provincial share,” said Bater. “The

city will still contribute the share we had intended to. The city had budgeted $275,000, we’re still going to do $275,000.”

The news that North Battleford had lost out on this year’s CAP grant came as a surprise, as the city had been awarded grants from the province for the previous three phases of the runway rehab project.

While disappointed not to receive the CAP grant this year, Bater said “we are grateful for past contributions. They’ve been working with us for the past several years and we are hopeful for the future.

This just wasn’t our year.”

Bater added they are committed to the project.

“The runway was at the end of its useful life. It

needed rehabilitation. This was a need, so we need to continue.”

On a related note, the contract has been awarded for the roadways portion of the undergrounds pipe and asphalt replacement (UPAR) capital work in the city for 2019, as well as other capital projects.

That tender went to Battleford-based K&S Asphalt

Services Ltd. for the low bid price of $1,941,502.94 plus GST. They won out over two other bidders from North Battleford and Lloydminster.

The contract covers such projects as the 100th Street rehabilitation project from 11th to 12th Avenues, the new King Street Station parking lot and the airport resurfacing.

Traps being set up to watch for emerald ash borers

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Action is being taken to try and prevent emerald ash borers from wreaking havoc on trees in the city.

Two traps are being set up in the city, reported Director of Leisure Services Cheryl DeNeire to council Monday. Those were being set up free of charge on Wednesday by a division of the Cannadian Food Inspection Agency that deals with disease to test for the presence of emerald ash borer beetles.

The trees chosen for the traps will be older and of a certain size and condition. The traps are little

boxes that attract the beetles if they are present.

“It’s just one of the ways of monitoring activity,” said DeNeire. They are also going up the tops of treetops and pulling back the barks to look for beetle activity.

While two traps seem like a low number, there are only 20 traps placed in Saskatoon, which is much larger.

The hope is they won’t find any emerald ash borer beetles in North Battleford. But the beetles have been a problem to the east in Manitoba, and it is confirmed they have now moved into Saskatchewan. DeNeire reported Regina is seeing activity with

emerald ash borers.

“It’s an important fact that it has hit the province.”

The beetles pose a grave threat to ash trees. In a report last month DeNeire reported that a third of Winnipeg’s ash trees have been lost to the disease.

Once these beetles infest a tree it will die within two or three years. About 30 per cent of North Battleford’s urban forest inventory consists of ash trees.

Mayor Ryan Bater welcomed the placement of traps to deal with emerald ash borer beetles.

“We’ve been hearing a lot more about that bug and how relentless and unforgiving it is to ash trees,” said Bater.

The City of North Battleford is on the lookout for the emerald ash borer.

Man charged in vehicle pursuit case has passed away Staff A man facing numerous charges in connection to a Highway 4 vehicle pursuit south of Battleford on March 21 has died in cus-

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Randall Nicotine died May 14 while on remand at Saskatoon Correctional Centre.

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He had been scheduled to return to North Battleford Provincial Court May 23 by closed-circuit TV on his latest charges from March 21. Those in-

cluded flight from police, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, using an imitation firearm in commission of an offence, forcible confinement, child

endangerment, assaulting a police officer with a weapon and other counts.

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Who are we really?

rom this this From er Corner

The commentaries offered on this editorial page are intended to provide thought-provoking material for our readers.

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

Jayne Foster, Editor

The letter below from loyal letter-writer Christine Pike, our coverage of the exoneration of famous peacemaker Chief Poundmaker and an historic feature by Richard Hiebert on Senator Ben Prince and Chief Sam Swimmer, all in this issue, compel one to ask, who are we, really?

I peruse the comments on our Facebook page to gauge how our audience feels about various issues, and one comment made me pause. It was about immigration, and there were comments against letting more people in (often those in opposition are the majority of those who comment), but this was different. It stated Canada should be for Canadians – the originals, Métis and settlers. This was posted by one of the “originals,” as it was put.

The settlers having been included in this statement could mean we are finally starting to meld as a Canadian population, though there is a huge amount of change yet needed.

The exoneration of Poundmaker and his legacy as a peacemaker is being welcomed by more than just the famous chief’s people. It is being heralded as a way for the Canadian public to understand history books need to be re-written, Non-Indigenous people, too, understand the time has come for these wrongs to be righted. Chief Poundmaker was a hero to his people, and if non-Indigenous Canadians embrace him as a hero as well, it is a step toward togetherness.

Now, let us think about Wandering Spirit.

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Reasons behind immigration need to be addressed

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

Dear Editor It is probably safe to say that humankind has always moved around.

Before what is called pre-history, there would have been the constant search for food and then, much later, the herding of flocks and herds.

People would have moved because of drought, because of floods, because of bitter cold, because of erupting volcanoes, and so on. The biggest, the most demoralizing, however, would have been war, man’s inhumanity to·man. And it has never stopped, no matter what continent, no matter the size of·country.

Europeans eventually almost wiped out the peoples they found in South and North America, much as they themselves, over the centuries, had experienced being overcome.

There are, however, parts of the world where generation after generation has never known peace or security, and it seems they will never learn. The populations never seem able to control dictators or vicious groups, so, they leave and try to get into countries which are bastions of democracy. At least they are, so far.

Can this go on? Can the countries into which refugees flee keep taking them? Are they all rea1ly refugees? In

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many cases, yes. I remember seeing in newspapers, when I was very little, pictures of Displaced Persons after Second World War. They were skeletal, their eyes were haunted.

But what about people who get into other countries through sneaky means or people who come to a country with their own agenda? Of course there are always people who leave a country because they are the moving type, or because they think another country has something to offer that they like.

Part of me says that, although in many cases new people moving into the mix can be a good thing, another part of me says, “Is the world never going to stop the constant wars and persecutions which keep sending men, woman and children fleeing? Can small countries keep accepting people from other parts of the world until at last their own way of life is swamped?”

Surely, by and large, it is better for a country to have most of its people stay and work on their lives right there, in an atmosphere of peace. If only the rest of the world would make it possible for that to happen instead of the Bandaid treatment like convoys of food and other supplies, like endless discussions about refugees, people who do not stick their heads out the door for the real fear

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I would caution Canadians that we can’t be smug and keep saying that this is the greatest country in which to live. Anything can happen here just as it has happened elsewhere.

Be vigilant.

Christine Pike Waseca

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0xc00d5212. Don’t you know what that means?

I was editing a video project on this fine day and I wanted to use a clip from a previous project. That project worked rather well, so I wasn’t expecting any problems.

Then I got this: “Can’t play “This item was encoded in a format that’s not supported.

“0xc00d5212 “Send feedback.”

At which point I wanted to take a four-pound sledgehammer to it. Feedback? Here’s your freakin’ feedback!

Now, I’m a Grade A computer geek. This mammoth computer on my desk, with four monitors, two uninterruptable power supplies, two RAIDs, 13 external hard drives, three printers, two scanners, three keyboards, a graphics tablet and a mouse – yeah, I built it myself. And I’ve rebuilt half of it. So I quite literally know it inside and out. (It looks like the Borg, if you’re wondering).

A few months ago, I finally, finally, installed Windows 10. I would liked to have installed it several years ago, when Microsoft was pushing everyone to get off Windows 8 and upgrade to Windows 10.

However, due to there being insufficient space on the drive, and no conceiv-

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able way to change it, I gave up after dozens of upgrade attempts and days wasted in the trying.

Thus I was running a Windows 8 installation for six and a half years, with no reinstalls, since late 2012. Most computer geeks would recognize that as a remarkable, yet lamentable, thing.

Anyhow, with a new, larger SSD drive in hand, I decided it was finally time to bite the bullet and install Windows 10. And for the most part, it worked.

Everything worked. Until something didn’t.

Earlier today, I realized my backup software wasn’t working, because I hadn’t gotten around to reinstalling it. OK, I got that done, but didn’t know if I was “adding a new device” or “replacing a device.”

The wrong decision could mean accidentally deleting my cloud backup of five or six terrabytes of data.

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Thus, I contacted support who might have the right answer.

I was looking for a number of video clips from 2017 that seemed to have vanished, thus I was looking for the backup.

Thankfully I located them on one of those 13 drives mentioned above.

Getting back to the video project, I found a few clips I really wanted to use.

They were in the AVI format, which to most people is just gobbledegook. But fundamentally, it’s a video format, one that Apple’s QuickTime video software used for a very long time.

Until it didn’t.

A few years ago, a security flaw in QuickTime led Apple to say to hell with it, and they stopped supporting it in 2016. And if you have files in that format, too bad, so sad.

Why is this important?

It turns out I was missing something called a codec. I discovered that by pasting “0xc00d5212” into Google. Think of a codec as a bit of software that tells your computer how to deal with a certain type of file. If you want to look at raw, unprocessed image files from a Nikon camera, for instance, you need the proper Nikon codec.

Somehow, in my reinstallation of my computer, the proper codec for AVI, which used to be universal, didn’t happen. And now I can’t seem to find one that works.

The video clips in question were made with an older version of GoPro software, creating timelapse videos out of a series of images taken in sequence.

I found out it worked with images from any camera, including Nikon. But the most recent version of the software, which I installed a few weeks ago, will now work only with GoPro cameras.

(I really hate it when features are stripped out of software. Windows is horrible for this. Remember the ability to watch a DVD on your computer, natively?

Gone. Now you have to pay like $100 for crappy software you used to have for free – Windows Media Player. Don’t get me started on Blu-ray drives that don’t come with software to play Blu-rays.)

Maybe the older GoPro CineForm Studio would include the AVI codec? After all, it created these files. It should work.

Well, it will view the file. But I can’t open it otherwise. My video editing software, Adobe Premiere Pro, will allow me to use these files if I re-import them, but otherwise they don’t work , which sent me on this wild goose chase in the first place.

Thus, a few hours later, I can kind of use these clips, but not really. I can’t open them outside of the specialized editing soft-

ware. I can’t find a codec that works and I am about to pull my hair out.

This got me wondering, how do mere mortals, who don’t build computers from scratch, deal with such things? What do they do when something simply will not work, especially when it did work before?

And that thing, whatever it is, is mission critical?

Do they call for their kid to help? And what if that kid has no clue either, not having spent the last 25 years dealing with

such things? Do they call a friend? Use an online forum and pray for an answer? Or do they just break down and cry?

Eventually I will find a solution for this. I just don’t have the time tonight.

But I could see where a sledgehammer could become a useful coping mechanism for dealing with computers.

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

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PM delivers exoneration of Chief Poundmaker

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Thursday last week was a long awaited day for Poundmaker Cree Nation.

It was the day Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited the Poundmaker Cree Nation to deliver the exoneration of Chief Poundmaker.

He delivered, in a joint statement with the Poundmaker Cree Nation, an exoneration and apology.

“This joint statement with the Poundmaker Cree Nation exemplifies the Government of Canada’s commitment to correct the injustices of the past government’s actions to wrongfully convict a great leader, diplomat, and peacemaker of treason-felony after his involvement at the Battle of Cut Knife Hill in 1885,” stated the First Nation in a news release prior to the exoneration.

During the North-West Resistance of 1885, Chief Poundmaker (Pihtokahanapiwiyin) sought rations for his starving community. He was wrongly accused of looting and then pursued by government troops. Chief Poundmaker did not take part in the ensuing battle, but saved many lives by convincing the community’s warriors not to attack the retreating government troops.

Chief Poundmaker was tried, convicted and sentenced to three years in Stony Mountain Penitentiary. After a year, he was released due to illness and died months later at Blackfoot Crossing while visiting his adoptive father, Crowfoot.

The exoneration

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau places an offering of tobacco on the grave of Chief Poundmaker.

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had long been planned and discussed between the Poundmaker Cree Nation and the federal government.

A large crush of people, estimated in the thousands, were on hand at Poundmaker Cree Nation to witness the exoneration

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ceremony. The ceremony coincided with Treaty Annuity Day celebrations on the First Nation.

Prior to the start of proceedings, visitors were encouraged to arrive early.

The road into the First Nation was closed at 11 a.m. to make way for the arrival of the prime minister and his entourage.

The day began with a pipe ceremony held by the Chief Poundmaker gravesite on the Battle Site Hill at the National Historic Site.

The exoneration ceremony took place at noon, with Prime Minister Trudeau delivering the apology and statement of exoneration on behalf of the federal government.

Responses were given by Poundmaker Cree Nation Chief Duane Antoine, Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde, and Pauline Favel on behalf of the direct descendents. Favel noted many descendants of Poundmaker had come from not only the surrounding area but also other provinces to be there that day.

The ceremony included songs and dances by local Indigenous performers. At the end of the ceremony there was a cannon firing and a moment of silence held in honour of the fallen warriors and settlers.

“The Elders, youth and community members of the Poundmaker Cree Nation are honoured to witness the exoneration of our

Pauline Favel speaks on behalf of the descendents of Chief Poundmaker.

Drummers from Chief Poundmaker School performed at the historic ceremony. Photos by Averil Hall

great chief, Poundmaker,” said Antoine in a statement earlier in the week.

“We want to acknowledge the advocacy of our Elders and leadership past and present, who lobbied for many years in anticipation of this event. We also want to thank the Government of Canada for their joint efforts in this journey to reconciling the truth in our shared history of Canada.”

Chief Antoine introduced a former chief of Poundmaker, Blaine Favel, who was part of the original push for the exoneration. He asked all those who are part of Poundmaker to raise their hands.

As they did, he said, none of those people would be there if Col. Otter had had his way. He would have killed them all, Favel said.

That’s what peacemaking is about.

Among the officials on hand were federal Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale and Minister of CrownIndigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Dr. Carolyn Bennett, Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Rosemarie Falk, and provincial minister responsible for First Nations Warren Kaeding.

Several area First Nations chiefs were in attendance, as were local and other officials and members of the RCMP. In speaking to reporters Bennett noted the significance of the day.

“We’re just very hon-

ored that today this piece of history gets righted and the truth be told,” said Bennett.

“I think that it’s important that the community explain why this event is important to them. Poundmaker was a peacemaker and he was arrested when he was trying to make peace, imprisoned and died shortly after. I think as it says on the T-shirts, today is justice for Chief Poundmaker the peacemaker.”

Poundmaker Cree Nation headman Milton Tootoosis, who had worked to make the day happen, could not believe the exoneration had finally come at their First Nation after so many years of effort.

“It’s surreal. We never thought it would happen but the elders kept encouraging us to keep trying,” said Tootoosis to reporters.

“I think the prime minister is sincere with this idea of truth and reconciliation, and we put it to the test and it did work.”

Quotes: “We recognize that during his lifetime Chief Poundmaker was not treated justly nor showed the respect he deserved as a leader of his people. If we are to move forward together on the path of reconciliation, the Government of Canada must acknowledge the wrongs of the past. It is my sincere hope that — by coming together today and taking this important step together as equal partners — we can continue the important work of reconcil-

ing the past and renewing our relationship.” – The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada “We honour our legendary leader Poundmaker today, and all affiliated leaders and warriors, for taking a brave stance defending themselves on May 2, 1885, and for holding back and not counter-attacking the retreating Col. Otter and his men. He saved a lot of lives, and was living up to his promise not to take up arms against the Queen as promised under Treaty No. Six. Poundmaker was a diplomat, a peacemaker, and was practicing reconciliation already in the 19th century. The truth is now known, and he will be remembered in history as a national hero.”

– Chief Duane Antoine, Poundmaker Cree Nation “Truth and reconciliation is about healing. This is another step, what we’re doing.

Today, this is another step as a nation, not only Poundmaker band members, our leadership, but our communities ... In 1967, we brought Chief Poundmaker home. It was a historical day, and today is another historical day.” – Pauline Favel, descendant of Chief Poundmaker.

Reconciliation discussions between the Government of Canada and Poundmaker Cree Nation began in February 2018, and the First Nation identified the exoneration as its first priority.

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of Jutta Whitbread, Alice and Mitch Doran, to second place with a score of 37. The foursome of Robert Iverson, Karl Palm, Glenn Hunter and Jim Fraser succumbed to the consolation. Jutta New Horizons returned Whitbread won closest to to the North Battleford the pin on number 8, while Golf and Country Club for Ken Halliday made the their first golf scramble of longest putt on number 9. the season, Monday, May New Horizons played 13. their next game on ThursThirty golfers day, May 23, with an 8:30 participated.

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Murray, Pat Tillmanns and Brian Jordan came first with a score of 38 Second place was claimed by Garry Nelson, John Yarske, Katherine Coats and Allie Raycraft, on a count back, with a score of 39.

Bringing up the rear was the threesome of Bernie Meisner, Orest Chrunik and Wally Gordey Closest to the pin on number 8 was taken by Merv Zulynik, while Pat Tillmanns won the Co-op car wash for sinking the longest putt.

New Horizons will take to the links again on Thursday morning, June 6, at 8:30.

This weekend marks the opening event in the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association tour in North Battleford.

The first event runs Friday, May 31, to Sunday, June 2, at the Battlefords Ag Society grounds. The hope is that the weather will co-operate and that there will be a full three days of racing at the Ag Society track. Last year, opening night on June 1 was rained out, but the CPCA was able to get the final two days of racing in to crown an event winner.

Dale Mitsuing goes into this season as the reigning CPCA champion, while Robby Ethier comes in as the defending North Battleford event champion.

This year’s event promises to be history-making, as Amber L’Heureux is set

Amber L’Heureux is set to make her chuckwagon racing debut as the first female driver in the CPCA Friday. Photo by Terry Villeneuve

to make her chuckwagon racing debut as the first female driver in the CPCA Friday.

After North Battleford, the CPCA tour moves to Alberta through the month of June before the Calgary Stampede holds the Rangeland Derby from July 5-14.

The tour then returns to Saskatchewan July 19 at Little Pine and July 25 at Poundmaker. After their event the next week in Frog Lake, Alta., the tour returns to Saskatchewan Aug. 9 in Turtleford. The season ends in Lloydminster Aug. 14-18.

Upcoming disc golf Local player classified ‘street pro’ Staff The local disc golf scene is revving up again, with an upcoming tournament.

The Co-op Trilogy Challenge will take place at Centennial Park on June 2. Organizer Shawn Gratton says he expects the

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tournament to last most of the day.

Trophies and prizes will be awarded for singles and doubles after that.

Gratton said participants from Yorkton, Regina, Saskatoon, Maidstone and possibly Lloydminster are expected.

In other disc golf news,

Gratton’s son Beau was signed as a street pro disc golfer, in which he wears a company’s gear and throws their discs.

Beau Gratton is working toward becoming a professional disc golfer one day.

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The Elmer Report

North Stars 2019-20 outlook – things look promising

By Garnet W. Elmer and his trusted sidekick, Ashlyn Elmer

The Battlefords North Stars head into the off-season with optimism galore after a successful 2018-2019 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season. Led by Brayden Klimosko and Rob Holoien, the club won the Global Ag Risk Solutions Division and then went on to win the Canalta Cup, symbolic of SJHL supremacy, with a five-game victory over the Melfort Mustangs. The North Stars upended the Flin Flon Bombers in an epic seven-game tilt, and then swept the Yorkton Terriers, prior to their win over Melfort. It was a truly impressive playoff run for a group of lads who were the epitome of the team concept. They weren’t the most skilled as a group, but they won through their gritty play and discipline. Although they succumbed to the able Portage Terriers of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League in the Anavet Cup final, the organization will learn from that loss and identify shortcomings in their own game as they move forward to the 2019-20 season.

To date, the North Stars appear to have one returning goaltender, that being Adam Dmyterko. The rookie netminder had limited playing time with Chad Duran being the primary backup to starter, Joel Gryzbowski.

Although Gryz has one year of eligibility remaining, he has decided to pursue schooling. Never say never!

However, if the club is left with Dmyterko as their only returning netminder, they will need to locate a solid goaltender to, perhaps, platoon with Dmyterko at the start of the season. A few seasons ago, the North Stars were very successful in rotating Taryn Kotchorek and Gryzbowski. It will all depend on the personnel put in place at that position. Whoever the club decides on

for their puck stoppers, they may be secure in their knowledge that they have a solid veteran defensive corps returning on the blue line.

On defence, the club will sorely miss the talent of Cody Spagrud who was a solid contributor and captain of the team last season. His leadership and steady play led to his being named the SJHL defenceman of the year for 2018-19. However, as was the case when last year’s club adjusted to the departure of Levi Kleiboer, they will move forward and expect a great deal from a stronger Matthew Fletcher, whose play blossomed in the second half of the season. On paper, there are a number of returning veterans, including four 20 year olds: Fletcher, Austin Shumanski, Garrett Johnson and Seth Summers.

In addition, 19-year-old defencemen Ryan Granville, Noah Form and Tanner Scott are slated to return. Look for a few adjustments here as the club may want to break in a few younger newcomers. With solid training in the off-season, this group appears primed to be the best in the SJHL next season.

There will need to be a number of recruits on the forward line as the team lost Owen Lamb, Macgregor Sinclair, Ryan Gil, Braydon Buziak, Dayton Heino and Regan Doig. Lamb, Sinclair and Buziak provided much of the goal scoring from last season and were invaluable during the playoffs. However, the club appears to have the brothers Quintin and Elijah Loon-Stewardson, Austin Becker, Brett Gammer, Matthias Urbanski, Kaden Boser, Dylan Esau and Logan Spence returning to the lineup for 2019-20. Elijah and Quintin will provide firewagon hockey while Urbanski is looking at having a bounce forward season after having suffered a hand injury after mid-season. This affected his contribution in

the post-season. He has excellent speed and the ability to have a 30-goal season. Gammer will also be expected to provide goal-scoring punch. The North Stars will likely need to acquire a solid goal scorer or two so they will not have to rely so heavily on their defensive corps.

The 2018-19 Battlefords North Stars season was a success on the ice. Hopefully, at the annual meeting, it will be announced that it was a financial success. It is difficult for Junior A hockey clubs to run a surplus due to the multitude of costs during the hockey season. Once again, the team put the Battlefords on the map, Canadawide, with their play this past year. They deserve our support. The cost of a game-day ticket is reasonable for the entertainment it provides. Season tickets are a bargain and provide security of good seat placement for the post-season. The club depends heavily on solid attendance numbers and various sponsorships. Let’s get behind the club and allow this team to be perennial challengers for the SJHL championship. They have shone pride on our community. Most importantly, the team is molding young hockey players into solid contributors to society wherever they may land. And, it is providing hope and motivation to youngsters in the Battlefords who want to participate in any form of athletics.

Thank you North Stars for what you do on the ice and in our community. Let’s go a few steps further next season and participate in the National Junior A Championship (formerly the Centennial Cup)!

PS: And here’s to some of the good guys and gals in the community: Rick Hertes, Barb Milley, Randy Foulston, Della McNally, Chris Browne, Jackie Kroczynski and Matthias Urbanski.

Boys and Girls Club breaking new ground for development The Battlefords Boys and Girls Club held their annual general meeting May 21, at which the 2018 year was discussed and celebrated.

According to President Neil Georget, and Executive Director Nicole Combres, “2018 can be described as a revelatory year for us here at the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club.

We uncovered many areas of growth and truly feel that 2018 has been a tipping point where all of our hard work has lent itself to this positive state and new outlook.

“Firstly, a strategic

planning session was held with the support of the national team – this broke new ground for the future development of our organization. The four pillars (Strong Clubs, Strong Voice, Strong Communities and Strong Together) encompass our mission, vision and core values, providing us a clear direction in services and programs for the upcoming five years.

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they require to be successful in supporting the children, youth and families of our community. Staff training and development were a priority and the outcome great; we saw very little staff turnover, high employee satisfaction and incredibly safe and happy children and youth attending our sites. The dedication and passion seen among our program leaders and program supervisors is astounding and we could not be more grateful for their continued hard work and commitment to our members and organization as a whole. Supporting our program staff

were our director of programs, executive assistant, nutrition co-ordinator and executive director. Unfortunately, we experienced a vacancy within our nutrition co-ordinator position; however, that did not stop us from ensuring we provided healthy snacks and meals to our members. Toward the closing of 2018, we welcomed Corla Berg, who begun providing assistance in the kitchen and we are so lucky to have had her join our team. This year, we also welcomed Marnie L’Heureux as our director of programs with the commencement of Teagan Harty’s maternity

We Thank You! June 3, 2019 This is the 23rd year of the Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament and we are honoured to receive the continued commitment and dedication from the family, friends and businesses every year in recognition of a worthy individual and cause. Proceeds from the 2019 Tournament will continue this commitment and support the purchase of a new Blood Bank Fridge for the Lab at BUH. This new fridge will continue to ensure that Wayne Pruden the necessary blood products are stored at a controlled temperature for the safety and health of our patients.

BUH Foundation Board of Directors and the Tournament’s organizing committee express heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved, and we thank our sponsors, volunteers and golfers who together make this tournament a successful and enjoyable fundraiser. Please call 306-446-6652 or visit www.buhfoundation.com for further information on our sponsors and supporters of the 2019 Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament.

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leave. Marnie’s knowledge and work ethic compliment our strong office staff team. Our executive assistant, Erin Cooper, celebrated her one-year anniversary with our organization and we are so thankful for her continued commitment to our organization. Nicole Combres, our executive director, saw

her three-year anniversary and we’re proud to have her continued leadership.

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Battlefords Boys & Girls CLUB June at the Club • Our Main Site Drop-In Program operates Monday to Friday from 3:30pm to 8:30pm and Saturdays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Our Satellite Site Programs are available at Bready and EMBM Schools Monday to Friday from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

Don’t forget, we now offer a Before-School Program at Bready School!

• We are excited to announce a new Program for the new school year- Holy Family After-School Program! Contact the Club or visit our website for more information!

• If you’re looking for something to do on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm, join us for our Innovation Credit Union Saturday Program where you’ll play, bake and do some crafts!

• Visit us on our website and Facebook page for more programming information.

• SGI Canada Race For Kids is on June 1st and it is not too late to get in your team or to be a sponsor, please visit our website for more information.

• Plan now for the Non School Day on June 3rd, we will be offering 8am to 6pm programming. No pre-registration required, meals and snacks are provided and it’s FREE for our members.

• Battlefords Boys and Girls Club Annual Wind-Up is on June 17th 3:30pm-6pm and regular programming 6pm-8:30pm.

BBQ sponsored by RBC Royal Bank & Scott Campbell Dodge.

• Last day of Drop-In Programming is June 26th.

• Snacks continue to be provided at all of our sites; however, if a child does not want what is provided, feel free to send a snack to their liking.

• We are pleased to continue to offer our Supper Program; however, this year we will be offering it 5 days a week! We’d like to send a huge THANK YOU to our Supper Program Donors and Sponsors!

• As a reminder, our hours of operation are as follows: • Office: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm • Drop-In Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm – 8:30pm and Saturday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm • EMBM After-School Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm – 5:30pm • Bready Before-School Program: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 8:30am • Bready After-School Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm – 5:30pm.

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Chief Sam Swimmer and Senator Ben Prince At the outset, I must give credit, and a commendation, to the folks who compiled Now and Then, Battleford Historic Resources. I put my own spin on this article of course.

But I confess much of the information on Senator Ben Prince in this essay is from this document.

In particular, most of the credit goes to Don Light, Ross Innes and Doug Light who compiled this historic work, a project of the Battlefords North-West Historical Society. Even so, there was scant material on Chief Ben Swimmer. So, I have taken author’s licence to describe Chief Swimmer’s life “the way it must have been.”

If you want an extraordinary work on the history of Battleford, I think you can get a copy of Now and Then from the Battlefords North-West Historical Society (Tammy Donahue Buziak, secretary-treasurer.)

I am writing about two remarkable men - Senator Benjamin (Ben) Prince and Chief Sam Swimmer (Ya Ya Num) of the Sweetgrass First Nation. Both were outstanding examples of servant leadership and public service. But their backgrounds and life experiences were as different as night is from day.

Senator Ben Prince was a

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self-made man – a man of wealth and privilege. Chief Sam Swimmer was not a man of almost limitless resources like Senator Ben Prince. He was immersed in his culture and gave his life in service to his fellow man (and woman) – First Nations and non-First Nations alike. Senator Benjamin Prince was a kind and generous man. He used his great wealth to help all who needed a hand.

Chief Sam Swimmer was born in 1878 at Sweetgrass First Nation. His father was Standing Stone and his mother was Yellow Mud Blanket.

Sam Swimmer was only four years old at the signing of Treaty Six at Fort Carlson. He remembered the festive atmosphere – the men in their leather and feathers and paint, and the women in their fancy dresses. He remembered the food and the singing and dancing. He remembered especially the Red Coats – the North West Mounted

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Police in their red ceremonial dress. Then there was the signing and a promise from the Great White Mother to honour the treaties “…as long as the river flows and the grass grows …” Then every First Nation man, woman and child received a gift of $5 from the commanding officer. $5! Sam had never seen so much money.

Sam Swimmer was a dreamer – like a shaman (medicine man) but he was not a shaman. In his dream, Sam was a fearless warrior of the Plains Cree who were renowned for their courage against their traditional enemies, the Blackfoot, and in the buffalo hunt. Sam and his father prepared for a buffalo hunt in the sweat lodge and with prayers to the Creator. They rode west towards the thunder on the plains. Suddenly, over the rise came a herd of 50 buffalo. Sam and his father raced toward the herd.

Sam’s father shouted, “Cut off the big bull. Be careful, he can turn and gore your pony.” Sam got in closer, steering his pony with his legs only. The Plains Cree were magnificent horsemen and Sam’s endless practice paid off. This allowed him to knock an arrow and move in closer.

Sam listened to his father; not to do so could result in serious injury or death.

“Closer my son, closer,” yelled Sam’s father at the top of his lungs. Sam was 15 feet from the bull, which was running at 25 miles per hour. Sam’s father brought him to within five feet of the buffalo. “Now, my son, now!” Sam drew his bow to his left eye and sent an arrow through the 2,000-pound bull’s heart.

With a draw weight of 90 pounds, it took a strong man to pull that kind of weight. Sam Swimmer was a strong man.

But what did the dream mean? Sam sought the answer in the sweat lodge and the pipe. What did the Great Spirit want him to know? Finally the answer came. Sam had met the test of courage. He would be a great chief leading his people to happiness and prosperity. He would be wise beyond his years, like King Solomon. He would negotiate with the white man, the Indian Agent first, and then the authorities. He would be a friend of those who were once his enemies. He would be a strong chief of the Plains Cree – a man of character and resolve.

Circumstances forced Sam to experience war early in life. He was only

seven, but he saw his father prepare for war, and later he heard the stories.

Poundmaker’s band was thrust into battle against Colonel Otter and his army at the Battle of Cut Knife Hill. The colonel thought it would be an easy victory. How could primitive weapons stand up to their repeating rifles and a Gatling gun (the forerunner of the modern machine gun). He underestimated Poundmaker’s war chief, Fine Day. Fine Day was a fearless warrior and a shaman. His skill and courage on the field of battle was unmatched.

Standing Stone’s battle experience was limited to the yearly contests with the Blackfoot along the Battle River, the traditional war grounds of the Plains Cree and Blackfoot. It wasn’t really war; it was an athletic contest. Horses were raced and warriors counted coup.

There were archery contests and wrestling. There were some injuries, but no one got killed. Facing a white army with its superior firepower was another matter. Standing Stone broke out in a cold sweat and his heart raced.

Then he remembered the shaman’s words before the buffalo hunt, “Be of good courage, my son, you are a warrior of the Plains Cree.

Manitou is with you.”

Standing Stone hurled himself into the battle.

The women and children took refuge in a coulee – protected from the battle that raged around them.

Standing Stone marvelled at how the British trained soldiers fought. Lines of six to eight men facing the field of battle, each overseen by a commanding officer who barked out commands – Load! the men dropped to the ground on one knee.

Ready! Aim! Fire! This process was then repeated.

Chief Sam Swimmer

The Indigenous warriors were not hampered by this rigid system. They fought a guerilla-type of warfare – shooting arrows or rifles (some of which were old musket loaders), rolling for cover and advancing.

Some of the soldiers got through the Indigenous line.

Standing Stone found himself in a life and death struggle with a young soldier. He raised his tomahawk to deliver a crushing blow. But he held back. He saw the look of terror in the young soldier’s eyes. He knew he was about to die. Standing Stone relented. He couldn’t do it. He shouted to the young soldier in Cree, “Go! Go!” Overcome with emotion and with tears in his eyes, the youth bowed to Standing Stone and then ran for cover. The Cree warriors led by Fine Day, routed Colonel Otter and his army.

Chief Poundmaker

The young men wanted to pursue the army and slaughter them all. But legend has it that Chief Poundmaker held them back with the words, “Let them go.” Standing Stone was in awe of the great Chief Poundmaker, and he passed on this pride and respect to young Sam. Later, because he was only seven, he was not allowed to witness the hanging of Wandering Spirit and Man With No Blood and six other First Nations warriors – the largest mass hanging in Canadian history. The bodies were buried in a common grave northeast and down the hill from the fort. Again, Sam heard the stories and as he grew older, he determined to renounce the crucible of war, death and sorrow. He would give his life in the service of his fellow man.

Sam became a leading supporter of the Queen Victoria Treaty Protection Association. In addition, he diligently collected historic artifacts for the North West Mounted Police Memorial and the Indian Museum.

Sam became chief of Sweetgrass First Nation early in life and held this position until his death (after he died, his son Andrew became chief). Sam was a benevolent chief. It didn’t go to his head. He relied on the Great Spirit to help him make wise decisions for his people. He used his authority, not for personal gain, but to help his people. Like Senator Ben Prince, he was an altruistic servant-leader, and like Senator Ben Prince, he was a great man.

Chief Sam Swimmer set an example of hard work and business acumen. He farmed 200 acres and owned 80 cattle. And like Ben Prince, he helped those who could not help themselves.

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Continued from Page 10 It is almost certain that Chief Sam Swimmer and Senator Ben Prince crossed paths more than once. The chief purchased food, and perhaps lumber and meat, from Senator Ben’s stores.

He may have had some wheat ground at the Prince mill. Everyone knew Senator Ben and Chief Swimmer, so it seems more than likely they knew each other. It is likely they became friends.

The chief passed away on Dec. 23, 1954, at the age of 66. He was respected by all who knew him. His was a life well lived in the service of his beloved citizens of Sweetgrass, and his white brothers. The Great Spirit was pleased.

We now turn our attention to Senator Ben Prince.

He was born April 29, 1854, at St. Gregoire, Que., the eldest son of Benjamin Prince and Marie Louise (nee Bourdages). Ben and his brothers spent their formative years in and around their hometown. The wide open spaces of the western plains beckoned. Ben and his brothers had limitless optimism and energy. In addition they were well educated, and smart – business smart. On top of that, they were well formed and handsome.

Ben and his brother came west to Manitoba in 1878. After trying their hand at various businesses, they pulled up stakes in 1880 and made the arduous trip by horseback to Battleford. Three brothers followed – Joseph George, Hector and Jean Arsene.

Arsene sought his fortune in the gold fields of the Klondike in 1898.

Ben and Alphonse were highly successful business partners in Battleford and surrounding area for 40 years. Shortly after arriving in Battleford, they started a

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farming operation, which quickly expanded to include exporting cattle to the east and the United Kingdom.

They entered into a highly profitable business with another astute businessman – a Scot and a very successful and wealthy man in his own right – Alexander Macdonald.

Macdonald was noted for his wholesale grocery business. Then, flushed with success, the PrinceMacdonald enterprise built the first flour mill in the area. And, of course, they monopolized the industry – not by design, however, and only because no one else had the finances to construct a flour mill or was unwilling to take the risk. The money kept rolling in. So the brothers built a saw mill in 1883 on what is now 24th Street just north of Gowing Frost’s home. It was later relocated to the north on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. The Prince’s business empire reached new heights when

Alexander Macdonald sold his grocery store to Ben and Alphonse. Typically, the two brothers then opened a general store and sold meat and lumber (no doubt lumber that had been cut and planed in the Prince Sawmill). The Prince brothers operated much like the Family Compacts in 18th century Upper Canada. You can’t build and run an empire like the Prince enterprise forever. Sooner or later, it is bequeathed to the children or sold outright. After his father’s death in 1920, Paul ran the grocery store until 1949. The lumber business and general store were sold to the Galvin Lumber Co. The farming operation, the flourmill and sawmill were sold for a hefty price as well.

Ben and Ernistine Brassard were married on Feb. 9, 1887. They had five boys and four girls, one of whom died in infancy.

Ben served with the Home Guard during the 1885 Rebellion (see explanation

– Re: Chief Sam Swimmer).

As is fitting for a man of Ben’s stature, he was elected to the North West Territories Legislature in 1897 and was elected again in 1901. He served three terms as mayor of the Town of Battleford.

He was a stalwart member of the Roman Catholic faith and contributed much to the building of St. Vital Church in 1883.

His greatest honour was his appointment to the Canadian Senate by Sir Wilfred Laurier in July of 1909. After an immensely full and accomplished life, this great man passed away on Oct. 25, 1920.

The Senator Ben Prince’s mansion overlooks the North Saskatchewan Valley and the mighty river. It is without doubt the largest and most expensive mansion ever built in the Battlefords. It speaks to the wealth and power of a great entrepreneur. Yet it is common knowledge that Senator Prince never turned away a man in need.

It is likely that Senator Ben Prince was the most successful man in the history of Battleford. He served his

constituents, his church, his family, his business associates and ordinary people. Senator Ben Prince was a servant-leader and an exemplary citizen.

What can we learn from the lives of Senator Ben Prince and Chief Sam Swimmer? First we can learn that servant leadership transcends race, culture and wealth. Second, we can learn that leadership requires a selfless generosity, which both men had but in different contexts. And, it means a great leader puts the welfare of others before his own. Third, it means a great leader must have empathy for his constituents and must treat others in the manner in which he should wish to be treated. Finally, it requires that a leader must be strong and resolute and not swayed “by every wind of doctrine.” Both Senator Ben Prince and Chief Sam Swimmer had all of these qualities and lived their lives in service to their fellow man.

(Sources: Now and then, Battleford historic resources, 1998, Battlefords North-West

Historical Society; Hiebert on Heritage, The history of bows and arrows, 2018).

Photo credits: Now and Then. Military historian, Gil Bellavance, contributed significantly to the essay.

His critique of the Chief Sam Swimmer piece was very helpful. And he noted that Chief Swimmer was a great man and deserved to be recognized. Disclaimer: In writing the narrative on Chief Sam Swimmer, it was necessary to weave facts with “likely have happened” and “could have happened.” Facts included his birth date, his parents’ names, the date of his death and his work with The Queen Victoria Treaty Protective Association and The North West Mounted Police Memorial and Indian Museum.

“Likely happened” was his meeting with Senator Sam Prince, and learning from his father about the significance the Battle of Cut Knife Hill. “Could have happened” was Sam hunting buffalo with his father in a dream. Weaving “Likely” and “could have” into a story can bring out the relative truth.

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1,296 sq. ft., 3 beds, 1 bath. Cabin at Meeting Lake Sub 5 (leased lot).This Cozy seasonal cabin features 3 bedrooms, 1BA, good sized kitchen, cozy living room and dining area. Just under 1300 sq. ft. on 2 floors, large deck allowing you to enjoy nature that surrounds you, as well as a fire pit area. 1000 gal holding tank for water, 1000 septic tank. Shingles were replaced in 2015, 2X6 construction, insulated walls but the floor is not insulated. Cabin comes furnished and is available for you to enjoy this summer. Short walk to the water where you can install a dock and lift if you choose. Call today for more information.

1,440 sq. ft., 3 beds, 1 baths. 2 CAR DETACHED. 4 Season Cabin with an open floor plan, cozy cabin atmosphere and a wood stove! Large deck, fire pit and tons of room for parking!

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®SK742791

110 Peterson Way, Brightsand Lake

Kayla Petersen MLS®SK766582

59,900 each

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286,000

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Cabin 6, Macklin Lake

MLS®SK772223 LAK

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155,000

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Lot 1 Sunshine Place, Turtle Lake

Lake Lot--65 x 130 ft. bare lot on the corner of Sunshine Place and Lakeshore Drive at KivamaaMoonlight Bay on the west side of Turtle Lake.

This lot is across the street from the lake front properties and has a lake view, also one block from the public beach. Seller will look at a reduced price on a build to suit.

$

MLS®SK763917

319,900

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Aquadeo Acreage

3,450 sq. ft., 2 beds, 3 baths. This beautiful executive style home on 10 acres welcomes you, featuring vaulted ceilings with windows galore allowing for perfect views, wrap around deck, and above ground swimming pool. The gorgeous kitchen features expresso cabinetry, large island, laundry/pantry area just off the kitchen with extra cupboards and counter space. Living room features large wood burning fireplace, 2 sets of garden doors lead out to the deck and outdoor kitchen/entertaining area. The upper level is host to a 1000 sq. ft. master suite, with two walk in closets and a gorgeous ensuite. Lower level features heated stained concrete floors, family room, full bath, bedroom, utility room and storage. Walk out to the covered patio with an outdoor fireplace and ample room to entertain. Nestled in the trees is a fire pit area that could host a large crowd.The 3 car heated garage with in- floor heat and 11 foot ceiling is an absolute dream.

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749,000

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305-307 Kenderdine Blvd, Turtle Lake

1,236 sq. ft., 4 beds, 3 baths. This four season home at Sunset View Beach is on the east side of Turtle Lake. This home and detached garage were constructed in 2010.

Sits on 2 lots, which have a total of 11,761 sq. ft. and a lake view! The kitchen/dining and living room have an open concept floor plan, with large windows for plenty of natural light and a view of the lake. Large master bedroom with a walk-in closet, an ensuite with Jacuzzi tub and a separate shower.The main level has tile flooring in the kitchen and 2 baths, hardwood flooring in the dining/living and master bedroom.The second level has three bedrooms with hardwood flooring. Home has 445 sq. ft. of maintenance free decking that opens up to a hot tub off the back side. A must see!

Wally Lorenz

MLS®SK770811

535,000

$

805 Lakeshore Drive, Turtle Lake

820 sq. ft., 3 beds, 1 bath. Lake Front lot about 7900 sq. ft. and 81 sq. ft. of Lake Frontage.

Three season cabin, open floor plan for the Kitchen/Dining/Living room area. Wood burning fireplace to enjoy and relax by or provide a bit of warmth for the early or late season users. The cabin is heated with electric and a wood pellet stove. In the yard you will find: storage shed with a lean-to, to cover the fire wood, a 1080 sq. ft. building that has a sleeper that will sleep 4 and an attached garage with a work shop area and a large storage area.There is a stand-alone modern three-piece bathroom in the yard to accommodate bathroom usage for the sleeper and others. This property is fenced on three sides with two sides having public green space reserve.

Wally Lorenz

MLS®SK761898

149,900

Lot 10 Sleepy Hollow Drive, Murray Lake

MLS®SK772200 $

402 Mariner Avenue, Aquadeo

65,000

$

799,000 115 Kenderdine Boulevard, Turtle Lake

Dorothy Lehman $

MLS®SK772001

SCENIC RIDGE ESTATES, COCHIN

Marlene Kotchorek $

569,900 2501 Spruce Cresent, Turtle Lake

Wally Lorenz

775,000

Wally Lorenz

MLS®SK756833

219,900

Dorothy Lehman

225 1st Ave East, Meota

Shane/Elaine

MLS®SK754719 $

1226 Martin Drive, Turtle Lake

MLS®SK760064

37,90041,900

Gabruch Place Lots, Meota

Amenities to the property line: gas, power, telephone and potable water.

Dorothy Lehman MLS®

90,000

246,000

$

LOT 17 Kingsway DRIVE, COCHIN

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®SK753865

530,000 3-3 Ahlstrom Drive

Wally Lorenz

MLS®SK763313

852 Leon Street, Cochin

MLS®SK767963 WA TER

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599,900

NT!

200-204 Walanne Way, Turtle Lake

Year-round WATERFRONT home is located on 2 lots, boasting 98.75 feet of water frontage, 116.54 ft. along the back road, 115 feet on the west side & 132.55 ft. on the east side. Main house has 2 bedrooms, full bath, laundry room, large open kitchen-dining-living room, loft and a covered deck. Double detached garage with 2 bedroom living quarters above.

Comes with your own dock (which you do not have to take out every year). Yeah this is a must see if your looking to relocate to the lake. You will have ample room for you, your family and friends.

Shane/Elaine

Nicole Lovell

MLS®SK752791

115,000

Wally Lorenz

MLS®SK771044

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MLS®SK766662

412 Grosbeak Street, Turtle Lake

1,936 sq. ft., 4 beds, 2 baths. Large Year Round Home at Horseshoe Bay. This large 4 bedroom home is perfect for a large or multi-family cabin, tons of living and entertaining space. Enjoy evenings out under the covered deck, or rainy days in the large 24x32 living room by the wood fireplace. The entire main level has in floor heat, along with the large garage.The main level also hosts a large bedroom, large kitchen with custom built cabinets, dining room, and main floor laundry. Upstairs you have 3 large bedrooms and a 4pc bath and also a little upper deck. Garage is plumbed and ready for a full bath. It is also fully insulated and heated, would make another great living area or warm storage for all the toys.

Do not miss out on the memories waiting to be made at the lake. Call now!

Randall Cote

MLS®SK767968

69,900

$

9071 Hunts Cove, Cochin

This cozy cottage is located one row back from the creek on Hunts Cove. It boasts 2 bedrooms, half bath with a separate room with a shower. It is ready to move in for the summer. It also boasts security shutters-blinds on the windows. Call now for your personal viewing!

Shane/Elaine

#25 Eldridge Street, Murray Lake

Welcome to Cottage Country, This cabin is located on No. 25 Eldridge Street, Lanz Point, Murray Lake.

2 cozy bedrooms - 1 with bunk beds & a double bed & the other has a double bed with a view of the lake. There is a bunk house for guests or the kids.

Wrap around deck, plus a roof deck for all kinds of entertaining. This cottage comes fully furnished, so just bring your clothes and food.

Shane/Elaine

EAG

429,000

279,900

Lot 19-Blk 3, Meeting Lake

ACR

23 Aspen Road, Turtle Lake

$

Located in Meeting Lake Regional Park with two large balconies, two fireplaces, includes all furniture and is move in ready. Meeting Lake offers excellent snowmobiling and ATV trails in the area plus great fishing. Water is supplied by the park and a long term lot lease is available. Call today for a showing.

MLS®SK762190

North Country Estates is an acreage development on the west side of Turtle Lake and is adjacent to Aspen Cove. There are three acreages to choose from MLS® SK766662-10.89MLS®SK766656-4.89-MLS®SK766649-4.89 acres there is power on each of the properties and natural gas is close by. This property is located within minutes of the lake where you will enjoy your time boating, swimming and fishing, the area is also well noted for big game hunting. Give us a call. Buyer responsible to pay GST

$

1,136 sq. ft., 4 beds, 2 baths. Get ready to enjoy the lake this summer. This large 3 level split is looking for a family to come enjoy the summers.This home has recently undergone many renos, hardwood throughout the home, newer kitchen, and paint. This home sits on a large double lot, has a large screened in deck, a single detached garage, and a carport.

Only a short walk to the beach or the boat. This wonderful place is priced to sell, so do not wait. Call today!!!

Randall Cote

#51 Macklin Lake Regional Park

1,773 sq. ft., 2 beds, 1 bath, Located on the quiet east end of Macklin Lake, this cabin has beautiful views, impeccable landscaping, and a great swimming area only steps from your door. With vaulted ceilings, featuring 2 bedrooms, plus loft, a full bath, a bright and spacious sun room, equipped with a seating area, electric fireplace and views of the sunsets and lightning storms over the lake. U-shaped kitchen, living room has a wood burning stove. Ceramic, porcelain, Italian accent tile and parquet flooring. LED lighting and in-floor heating. The added loft is located on the second level, including an office and family sitting area which can function as a 3rd bedroom.Well maintained and landscaped yard. Also featured outside is a wood and storage shed, plenty of space for an added garage and an excellent area for entertaining. Has new water heater - 2019, b/i dishwasher - 2018, windows and siding- 2014.

$

1,228 sq. ft., 3 beds, 2 baths. Acreage with 2 acres of towering evergreens giving you privacy, peace and serenity, with a gorgeous home that is less than 3 minutes to Turtle Lake-Location, Location. This home being constructed in 2011 has hardwood and tile flooring, oak kitchen cabinets, wood burning fire place, covered patio, attached garage and attached RV garage. In floor heating in the home and both garages.

In the side yard you will find a cover gazebo with patio stone flooring and a closed in fire place. Also in the side yard is a RV parking pad with water, sewer and power hook ups. The back yard has a small garden and plenty of green space to allow nature to be all around you. This property is within walking distance of Turtle Lake or just 2-3 minute drive. Give us all for a viewing of this little space of paradise.

149,900

Shane/Elaine

Seller will look at all reasonable offers!

MLS®SK766293

Gorgeous view of Jackfish and Murray Lake from these prime lots in Scenic Ridge Estates, Cochin, SK. Just imagine building your dream home or vacation property on this prestigious lot in a new development. Water, power and natural gas to property included in price.

Building guidelines available on request. Buyer to pay GST. Additional lots available-various sizes and pricing.

$

Do not miss out on this opportunity to live at the lake in Meota Sask.

This property offers an 884 sq. ft. bungalow with a renovated main floor.

Renovations include new windows and siding, new kitchen cupboards and counter top, doors and trim, and a fully renovated bathroom.The lower level has been roughed in to include 2 bedrooms, family room, 3 piece bath, and a laundry room with a 2 year old water heater and energy efficient furnace.The 75 x 125 ft. lot has lots of room for parking, a 26 x 30 garage, and hot tub on the deck. Call today for more info.

MOTIVATED SELLER!

Lot 9 Sandy Beach Dr, Turtle Lake

209,000

314 Knotts Landing, Turtle Lake

2,180 sq. ft., • 3 beds, • 2 baths.

2 CAR DETACHED, OWNED LOT

$

$

1,500 sq. ft., 3 beds, 3 baths. Immaculate 4 season lakefront home that comes fully furnished was built in 1996 and underwent renovations in 2008. Spacious open concept kitchen, dining and living area. In floor heat, ceramic tiles, oak hardwood floors and a natural gas fireplace with rock surround.The master bedroom has a large W/I closet and a 5pc ensuite that features quartz counter tops, double sinks and sun tunnel. Lower level is fully developed with 2 additional bedrooms, family room, 4pc bath and a mechanical room. Hot water on demand, N/G forced air furnace, air exchanger, central air, RO system, water softener and the mechanical for the stand-by N/G powered electrical generator. Detached triple bay garage (28 x 38) is insulated & heated.

189,900

Shane/Elaine

MLS®SK767326

2 Highland Ave- Bayview Heights, Jackfish Lake

$

630,000

1,450 sq. ft., 4 beds, 2 baths. Lake front home at Lobe’s Beach, perfect to enjoy boating, fishing, golfing and more. Lots of windows, perfect for viewing the breathtaking sunsets. Open concept main level with kitchen (lots of white cabinets, living room with wood stove, bedroom, & storage room. Second level has 3 large bedrooms and bathroom. One bedroom has a loft for a bed. Back yard is fenced on south side. Huge deck and a sandy beach out front, perfect for summer fun! Fridge, stove, freezer, shed, some furniture, and approx.

48 ft. of dock to remain.

$

1,392 sq. ft., 2 beds, 3 baths. Private suite at Turtle Lake, SK on Indian Point.The home has a timber log construction, with an open kitchen/dining/ living room open floor plan with good-sized windows for natural lighting. 20x10 open bonus area on the upper level that overlooks the fire place that is in the lower level. This home has natural gas boiler in-floor heating. The second property is a detached insulated garage with in floor heating, above the garage there is 528 sq. ft. fully self-contained suite with a full kitchen/dining/ living room area, adjacent an open bedroom and a four-piece bathroom. Off the living room suite the garden doors open onto the large deck that gives you a fantastic lake view. In the back yard is a building that has a four-person sauna Water to this property is supplied by an underground line from the lake to storage tank.To appreciate this property, you need to schedule a viewing, so give us a call.

$

MLS®SK764116

MLS®SK753851

449,900

Kayla Petersen MLS®SK772046 Kayla Petersen MLS®SK760435

$

Gorgeous view of Jackfish and Murray Lake from these prime lots in Scenic Ridge Estates, Cochin, SK. 57 lots in total.

Phase 1 having water, power and natural gas to all lots. Building guidelines available on request. Buyer to pay GST. Legal locations as follows: Lots 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 Blk 6 Plan 102018732, Lots 5-17 Blk 7 Plan 102018732, Lots 16-25 & 27 Blk 5 Plan 102018732, Lot 1-15 Blk 5 Plan 102018732, Lots 1-4 & 1822 Blk 7 Plan 102018732, Lots 7-10 Blk 6 Plan 102018732

$

725 Kenderdine Drive S, Turtle Lake

980,000

Interested in moving to the lake? Then check out this year round, affordable home at 1226 Martin Drive, Horseshoe Bay, Turtle Lake. Living room has a wood burning stove for extra heat with electric 9151 Clements Crescent, Cochin baseboards as your main heat, water is a cistern, Located in the Resort Village of Cochin, you will find this 628 sq. and septic is a concrete holding tank. This property ft. YEAR-ROUND home. It comes fully furnished, just bring your comes fully furnished. Bunk house for the guests in personal stuff like food, toothbrush & clothes. Call for more info. the summer plus a detached garage to store the toys. Priced to SELL!!!

Shane/Elaine

MLS®SK770347

374,900

1,040 sq. ft., 3 beds, 1 bath. Located in the Hamlet of Sunset View at Turtle Lake. Built in 2011 this year round lake home is move in ready! 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with washer dryer and an open concept living space. The living space has vaulted ceilings and patio doors to the large deck perfect for entertaining! Large lot with plenty of room for the kids to play, cozy fire pit area and tons of parking. Double detached garage and 30 amp plug and separate hydrant for easy RV parking. Year round potable water and a 1000 gallon septic tank. Call today before its gone!

$

2,310 sq. ft., 4 beds, 3 baths.This stunning 2 storey dream home is located in the Hamlet of Sunset View, Turtle Lake. It will capture your attention at first sight. Located right across the street from the beach and boat launch with only public reserve in front of you, you will have a beautiful view and easy access to the water and beach. Beautifully crafted home with 2,310 sq. ft. on 2 levels, high end elegant kitchen cabinets including granite counter tops, Brazilian walnut hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, 2 gas fireplaces, triple pane window, large master bedroom with soaking tub and walk-in shower. Enjoy the coffee with upper balcony or one of the two lower decks.

Relax in the evening in the hot tub (2018), AC 2018. Double heated detached garage.

$

Check out this two bedroom four seasons cabin in the Resort Village of Aquadeo Sask. This property offers two bedrooms, large living room, kitchen/dining area, and a three piece bath. Outside you will find a two car garage built in 2012 for all of your toys, two storage sheds, a covered deck, and lots of room for parking. There is a deep water line for winter water usage. The shingles and laminate were replaced in 2016. Aquadeo offers a marina, golf course, and public beach. Call today for more info.

Shane/Elaine

2,344 sq. ft., 4 beds, 3 baths. Situated on a private 15.56 acre lot, this acreage has it all – lakefront views of the quiet bay, privacy from neighbours, and large 32x60 heated workshop. Raised bungalow with a walk out basement on two sides.The large windows provide immense natural light and allow for pristine panoramic views! The master suite has a walk in closet, ensuite and access on to the wrap around deck for beautiful views of the east sunrise! Main floor also hosts a laundry room, office, and open concept kitchen, dining and living area, a cozy family room with TV, a main floor 4pc bath and another large bedroom. Down stairs has polished, heated concrete floors, two more spacious bedrooms, ample storage, a 3pc bath and a large recreation room. Bamboo flooring throughout the main floor, porcelain tile in the bathrooms and laundry, and a large kitchen island. Off of the kitchen there is a very spacious walk in pantry, and a 27x8 sunroom which overlooks the back yard. Call today for more information and to set up your private showing!

$

$

Check out this lake front four seasons cabin located at Sleepy Hollow on Murray Lake. This cabin offers an amazing lake view from the large living room window. Inside you will find two bedrooms, a large living room, kitchen/dining area, and a four piece bath.The cabin is heated with a natural gas furnace for the chillier weather. Outside offers a patio, 18 x 26 heated garage for toys, and a front lawn that goes to the waters edge.The Murray Lake area offers great fishing, golfing, and there’s a store and a gas station nearby. Call today for more info.

Shane/Elaine

MLS®SK756391

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®SK770944

Beds: 4, Baths: 2, SqFt: 2,086 3 Car Detached, RV Parking Waterfront Cabin and a year round character home! Walk out basement to enjoy peace and tranquility year round. Open concept kitchen, dining, living-room with wood burning fireplace and, sunroom & main floor laundry. House features AC, new windows, new shingles, new siding & new insulation. Beautifully manicured yard overlooking the lake, fire pit, arbor, and 2 sheds.

Wally Lorenz

Dorothy Lehman

849,900

RM of Mervin, Turtle Lake

$

630 Lakeshore Drive, Meota

1,297 sq. ft., 3 beds, 2 baths. 2 Car Attached, Gorgeous water front home in the Resort Village of Meota. Immaculate finishes with gorgeous views of the lake. Big bright kitchen with lots of cabinets & a pantry, cozy living room facing the lake with a gas fireplace and a large master bedroom with walk-in closet, and ensuite. Extras include triple glazed windows, A/C, UGSS, backup power generator, gas BBQ hook up, and a 22 X 10 covered composite deck. Heated and insulated 26x30 (oversized) attached garage. Outside there is a nicely landscaped yard and a beach for the whole family to enjoy.

$

TWO PARCELS AVAILABLE Build your dream home on this 1.42 acres parcel of land located near Turtle Lake. Road built to RM specs, power and gas nearby. Sellers to do land fill on low spots by possession. Taxes to be assessed. Campers not allowed on property (only when building a home).

Nicole Lovell

NT!

NEW PRICE!

Water front lot on the west side of Brightsand Lake. Amazing views and easy access to the lake.

Seller agrees to pay for installation of a septic tank in the location of the buyers choice. Call today for more information and you could be living in your dream home before you know it!.

Buyer responsible for GST.

$

FRO

499,000

99,900

$

Heather Sarrazin MLS®SK771373

WA TER

$

930,000 RM of Spiritwood

Lot 1 Spruce Bay, Meeting Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®SK771445 $

$

319,000

$

MLS®SK762781

MLS®SK738628

www.remaxbattlefords.com

1,848 sq. ft., 3 beds, 2 baths, 2 CAR GARAGE. WATERFRONT 4 season cabin located at Shady Bay, Meeting Lake. Cabin is located in a cul-de-sac amongst the spruce trees and is steps away from the water off your deck, enjoy the water where there is fishing, boating, and swimming. Cabin needs finishing work, all supplies are there and included other than the flooring.Two tier deck is facing the lake as well as a walk around deck to the west of the property leading you to the loft above the garage, where you could use for storage or turn into a “man cave” or guest/bunk room..This is a rare find on the shores of Shady Bay, Cabin is well built with 2X6 construction, R-40 insulation ceiling, R-28 walls, ICF and cement crawl space, this cabin/home has so much potential with some work and finishing and could be the perfect lake property for your family to enjoy. Includes dock, boat lift, sea doo lift, all appliances, all finishing materials, 500 gal water holding tank. Call today for more information

Lot 5 Lakeshore Drive, Meeting Lake

$

360,000

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Which camping experience is right for you?

Whether you’d rather battle the elements or preserve your comfort, there’s a camping experience that’s right for you.

Here are some of the different ways you can get close to nature this summer.

Backpacking Are you an experienced camper who wants to venture deep into the wilderness? Then backpacking may be right for you. This type of camping involves carrying all your gear on your back and hiking to one or more remote campsites. Sleep at the base of a mountain, at the edge of a stream, on the shore of a lake or anywhere else your feet may take you.

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A beginner’s guide to golf equipment Are you hoping to take up golf this summer but don’t know a wood from a wedge? Here’s a rundown of the equipment you’ll need before heading to the golf course.

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with an iron than with a wood. Golfers tend to have five to seven irons in their bag (not including the wedges).

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Swinging into golf season For golf lovers, spring is synonymous with swing. As soon as the snow has melted, they’re reaching for their clubs. However, before teeing off, golfers need to get back their groove. Prior to heading onto the links this season, make sure you properly stretch, check your equipment and get some practice in.

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Unity Western Days on this weekend

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Last weekend was another busy one in town with the town wide garage sale on Saturday and Unity minor ball day all day Sunday.

Coming up in Unity in the weeks ahead: May 31 to June 2 Unity Western Days; June 1 and 2 baseball tournament at the diamonds; June 7 oilman’s golf tournament; June 8 and 9 baseball tournament at the diamonds; June 9 two-person golf tournament; June 15 motocross races; June 14 to 16 GPLS softball championships.

Round up your partners and mosey on down to any or all of the activities taking place this weekend as part of the annual Unity Western Days. Barbecues, dances, rodeo action, parade on Saturday and much more. A big thank you to Brian Woytiuk and the Western Days committee for organizing another big slate of activities for this

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annual event. These events not only provide entertainment for residents to take part in at home but they offer a boost to our economy as rodeo participants and visitors come in for the event and support our eateries, hotels and fuel up.

A huge shout out to Unity Public School who took their entire student population out the afternoon of May 23 to pick trash around town, and this task was done all with these kids smiling. Way to give back to your community.

Congratulations to Dillon Poschenreider, who is a graduate from the Badlands Baseball Academy and won a memorial scholarship for his ethics and work both on the field and off.

There is no lack of ac-

tion at the diamonds these days. Both Midget and Senior Cardinals are now into their season with NSRBL. Senior Cardinals have hosted some games and will have home games upcoming June 3, 13 and 27 with five games on the road in June. In June the Midget Cardinals host on June 3, June 10, 12, 17 and 26 with three games on the road in June.

This weekend also will be a baseball tournament at the diamonds, with a U18 baseball tournament hosted at the diamonds. Watch social media posts, posters around town or the town

website for more details.

At UCHS, track and field is heading to provincials this weekend with hopes of adding to their banners in the gym. Awards nights are upcoming next week and then the windup for activities and for cramming. Congratulations to Warrior football players Thomas Ward and Dawson Wilson who advanced from tryouts to Sask senior bowl which took place last weekend at Mosaic Stadium. Zenon Orobko has continued in tryouts for Team Sask and working out at Top 100 camps.

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Unity Warrior graduating football players Thomas Ward and Dawson Wilson earned a spot in the Sask Senior Bowl North team and competed at Mosaic stadium on the May 25 weekend. Photo submitted

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North Battleford is North Battleford is Walking for Alzheimer’s Walking for Alzheimer’s It was a perfect day at the diamonds in Unity May 26 when Unity Minor Ball hosted Minor Ball Day with every team in every division of both baseball and softball playing at least one game, finishing up the day with the Senior Cardinals taking on the Midget Cardinals. The sun was out, the bugs were few, the games were plentiful and there was plenty of room for fans in the stands or along the fences to enjoy a great day of ball games in Unity. Photo by Sherri Solomko

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A fatal catastrophe at the Macoun Hotel Six weeks after purchasing the hotel at Macoun and getting his family settled there, Carl Hochhaus left town to see to matters on his homestead in Alberta.

He could never have imagined that when he returned home, he would find his hotel a smoldering mass of debris covering the remains of many dead, including his wife Gertrude and 23-year-old daughter Emma.

On April 20, 1914, one of the most tragic hotel fires in Saskatchewan’s history occurred at Macoun, located 28 kilometres northwest of Estevan.

Eleven people (some accounts say thirteen) lost their lives as a result of the disaster and many more were injured, including three Hochhaus children.

At lunchtime on that fateful day, 30 people were inside the Macoun Hotel.

Some were Hochhaus family members, some were staff members, others were hotel guests. Many were sitting down for lunch, and the hotel dining room was full.

James Towey, a 10-yearold witness of the explosion, provides his account of the event in Plowshares to Pumpjacks: R.M. of Cymri: Macoun, Midale, Halbrite, (1984). Shortly

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“Immediately there was an explosion which lifted the entire structure approximately thirty feet in the air, then the building dropped back down into the basement.”

Carl was blown several feet through a doorway on to the street and survived with only a few bruises, singed hair and eyebrows.

Everyone caught in the conflagration was injured, perished in the fire, or died later as a result of their injuries.

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Covered by debris, the collie dug its way out but would not leave without little Bernard. “That the boy did not perish also,” the paper wrote on April 23, “is attributed by everyone to the dog.”

The day after the explosion, throngs of curious people travelled to Macoun. The Leader-Post reported that onlookers “formed a moving circle around the charred ruins of the wrecked building, watching silently the men of the Mounted Police … seeking those who were lost in the holocaust.” Most remains were charred beyond recognition.

Small acetylene gas plants were the best lighting option in Saskatchewan in places where electric light was not yet available.

After the Macoun disaster, there were calls for laws requiring that gas plants be housed in separate buildings a safe distance away from inhabited buildings.

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OBITUARIES WOODROW: Mrs. Glenda Woodrow, resident of North Battleford, SK passed away peacefully with family by her side Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 67 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, May 27, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Cuong Luong as celebrant. Private family interment will take place at the North Battleford City Cemetery.

Memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Glenda Woodrow may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre St, Regina, SK S4P 2R3 or the Royal Canadian Legion Br# 70 Directed to the General or Building Fund 1352 100th St, North Battleford SK S9A 0V8. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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LEWCHUK: Mr. Paul Lewchuk of the Cochin District, SK passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the age of 87 years at the Battleford’s Union Hospital.

Vigil of Prayer was held on Friday, May 10, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial took place Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Father Greg Elder as celebrant with both services were held from St. Rose de Lima Roman Catholic Parish in Cochin, SK. Interment followed at Christ the King Roman Catholic Cemetery, Edam, SK. Left to cherish his memory are his loving family: son Terry Lewchuk, daughter Joanne (Brian) Ramsay; special niece/daughter Sylvia (Maurice) Duhaime; grandchildren Cindy (Morris) Ramsay, Dylan (Celene), Brandon, Austin, Steven (Kendra) Ramsay, Ben (Kaitlyn) Stevie (Kailin), Chelsie, Vicki and great-grand daughter Kenley Holmes; brother in-law Lionel Pollard; sisters Tanya Lewchuk, Anne (Ray) Jackson, sisters-in-law Helen Lewchuk and Jeanne Pollard; godchildren Sharon Gansauge, Theresa Strokes and Phillip Lewchuk; numerous nieces and nephews.

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November 23rd 1940 – May 15th 2019 We the family regret to announce, the passing of our beloved Mom and Baba at the age of 78. With family by her side, she peacefully surrendered to the Lord after her courageous struggle with Cancer. Grace is lovingly remembered by her six children: daughter Janet Lommer; son Terry (Suzette) Bomok and his children Amaris (Len) Reiman, their children Charlie, Morgan, Addison & Nicholas, sons Ryan, Austin (Katherine) and daughter Billie; daughter Zora (Albert) Renaud their children, Kyle and girls Tayah, Kadie & Layney, sons Brody (Maria) and Catlin (Marlee); daughter Lisa (Brian) Reiley and their children Janelle (Riley) and children Janayah, Tanner & Ryah, Scott (Taylor) and their daughter Braelynn, and son Taylor; son Mark Bomok; daughter Tanya (Marklin) Hemm and their son Christopher. Grace is also survived by her brother Ron Kalyn. She was predeceased by her parents Bill & Mary Kalyn, Sister Hazel Kotelko, Husband William Bomok & late husband Floyd Graham.

Grace grew up on a farm near Hafford, SK, where she met and married William Bomok. Together they had 6 children and farmed in the Speers district, SK. Later they sold their farm and moved to Saskatoon where they became the proprietors of B & G Care Home. All who resided in the care home became their family. After 20 years, following William’s passing the doors of B & G Care Home closed. We were so blessed to have had a mother and Baba like her - With such a loving heart and caring hands, her exceptional gifts were endless. Her talents led her to begin her baking business “Graces Goodies”. Singing in the kitchen with her angelic voice, she would spend hours and days baking incredible dishes - everything from those famous perogies and cabbage rolls to cinnamon buns, chiffon cakes, pies, bread, buns and more - all making them to perfection and selling both privately and at various farmers markets across the province. A few years later she would meet and marry Floyd Graham. They resided in Saskatoon and she finally was able to thoroughly enjoy her retirement years with Floyd and family fishing at Delaronde Lake. Though their time together was years too short their precious memories will last forever. God quietly came and took you away Baba and you will remain forever in our hearts until we meet again. Grace will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to have known her. A Memorial Service will be held at Park Funeral Home (311 Third Avenue North) on Sunday June 2nd 2019 at 2:30 p.m. Our family would like to thank Home Care Saskatoon for their attentiveness to Mom and for being just a phone call away when we needed them. Their compassion was very evident and much appreciated. As well as the staff at St. Paul’s Palliative Care Unit who compassionately cared for Mom during her time there. We would also like to thank Greg Lalach of Park Funeral Home again now for our third time for his caring and kindness. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are to be sent to St. Paul’s Palliative Care 1702 – 20th St. West, Saskatoon SK. To share memories and condolences, visit www.parkfuneral.ca “Obituaries-Guestbook”. Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, Park Funeral Home, 306.244.2103. __________________________________________________

ASPELUND: It is with deep sadness that the family of Jack Karlson Aspelund announce his passing at River Heights Lodge on May 24, 2019, at ninety-one years of age. Jack was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Alice Aspelund, his former wife, Elizabeth (Betty) Aspelund (nee Coulter) and his siblings, Ingrid, Anton, Kris, Anne, Karl and Marie. He is survived by his sisters Alice and Jenny and his children, Kalvin Aspelund, Sonja Aspelund, Eric Aspelund, Jennifer Aspelund (Kimberly), Joanne Johnson (John) and Chris Aspelund (Dennise) as well as numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. Jack was born on July 8, 1927, in North Battleford. He was raised on the family homestead in the Willow Heights School District. Although his father and mother died at early ages when Jack was only ten and sixteen years of age respectively, he continued to attend Willow Heights School while assisting his older brother Kris, aged nineteen, to farm the homestead. Together they maintained the homestead farm and expanded it after raising their two younger sisters, having managed to keep the family together following the loss of their parents. Jack also travelled to British Columbia to work in the lumber camps, did custom land breaking with Kris in the North Battleford district and sold wood in the winter months to supplement a farming income. Jack married Betty in 1952. They established their own farm in the Ranger Heights School District and raised six children. Jack took pride in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren who will greatly miss his intelligence, wisdom and sense of humour. Jack continued to farm with Kris until Kris passed away in 1977. With Kalvin’s assistance, Jack carried on farming until he retired at age eighty-three. The family wish to thank Dr. A.N. Rodriguez and the staff at River Heights Lodge for their compassionate care over the last few years. A special thank you is extended to Carrie Sabraw who also carried on the friendship her father had with Jack. A private family service will be held at Jack’s interment.

Donations may be made in Jack’s memory to the River Heights Lodge Auxiliary, 11218 Centennial Crescent, North Battleford, Saskatchewan, S9A 3J4. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at https://www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca/ Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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Survived by his loving wife; Viola Emilia (Eldridge) of 65 years, his children; Monica (Mervin) Warner, Martin (Marty), William (Bill) Bonick, his grandchildren; Tracy (Sterling) Kinney, Jason (Tanya) Warner, his great grandchildren; Alexa, Bryce, Riley, Logan Warner, Makenzie, Aiden Kinney, his sister Annie and extended families. Mike worked at Ferguson Construction Ltd. for 16 years in Saskatchewan, then moved to BC in 1965. He worked at Rendall Tractor for awhile, then established his own company called Bonick Heavy Duty Service & Welding Ltd. He worked and met a lot of good friends along the way. He retired in 2001. Predeased by his parents William and Mary (Prychuk) Bonyk, sisters; Pearl, Elizabeth and Helen, brothers; Paul, Steve, nephew David Bonick, great granddaughter Taylor Warner. A special thank you to all the staff on the Nass Wing at Terrace View for their genuine care and compassion given to Mike and his family. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten. A memorial will be held at a later date and time to be announced. __________________________________________________ WEINMEYER: Mr. Herb Weinmeyer resident of Battleford, SK passed away peacefully Monday, April 29, 2019 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 75 years. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, May 4, 2019 from the St. Vital Roman Catholic Church at 2:00 p.m. with Father Sebastian Kunnath as celebrant. Interment was held at the Columbaria in Town of Battleford Cemetery. Herb is lovingly remembered by his wife of 47 years, Vivian Daughter, Marla (Gerard) Schulkowsky; Granddaughters, Jaylyn and Kayla Schulkowsky Stepfather, Nick German; Siblings, George (Hilde) Weinmeyer, Lucien (Dorothy) Weinmeyer, Loretta Seifert, Caroline Raymond, Gloria Setters, and Lorraine German Sisters-in-law, Theresa Weinmeyer, Shirley Filipowich, and Iris (Morris) Smolinski Numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends Predeceased by: His parents, Joseph Weinmeyer and Regina German His father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mike and Mary Strelic His brother, Garry Weinmeyer His brothers-inlaw, Arthur Raymond and Edward Filipowich Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Herb Weinmeyer may be directed to BUH Foundation Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 2R3. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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CAMPBELL: Robert (Bob) Hugh Campbell, born November 23, 1945, passed away April 24, 2019 in Prince George, B.C. Left to mourn his passing his one and only sibling, Evelyn Phyllis Campbell and her son Douglas Robert Keall, both of North Battleford, SK. He grew up in North Battleford, loved to dance and go fishing and had quite a sense of humor.

Graveside Service to celebrate his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK with Rev. Nora Borgeson officiating.

Memorial donations are requested to the Diabetes Association.

Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

KILDAW: Delores Patricia passed away March 25, 2019 at Battleford, Sask. Delores was born June 29, 1936 to Tony and Anne Shumlich.

She grew up in Redfield, Sask. until attending high school in North Battleford, where she won Girl of the Year. She then got a job teaching grades 1-8 at a country school, Elderado, Sask. Later she took her psychiatric nursing, receiving the Florence Nightingale Lamp for highest marks. She worked many years at the Sask. Hospital, nursing and supervising. She also took her healthcare administration course writing the History of the Sask. Hospital as her final paper. Copies can be purchased at the Sask. Hospital.

Family was very important to her, she loved spending time with her daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed playing Kaiser, scrabble puzzles, reading, discussing current events and playing on her Ipad. She loved all animals, especially cats and her dog named Daisy. Left to cherish her memory are her mother Anne Shumlich, sister Terri Peterkin, aunts, Doris Pidwerbeski and Mary Mariash. Daughters Debbie (George) MacGregor, Chris (Jim) Wells, Tammy (Cory) Fleming.

Grandchildren Jason (Melanie) Wells, Chantelle Wells (Ashton) Dmytryshn. Great Grandchildren Brooklyn, Brynlee and Easton Wells. Ella and Lilly Dmytryshyn. Delores was predeceased by her fatherAnthony Shumlich, brothers Edward and Leonard Shumlich and her husband John Lehman. Celebration of Life Funeral Mass was held April 3rd, at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church North Battleford with Father Cuong Luong officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Battlefords Human Society. Interment took place at the North Battleford City Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sallows and McDonald Funeral Home, North Battleford Sask.

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Black and Red Angus yearling and 2 year old Bulls on moderate growing ration - Performance info available. Adrian or Brian and Elaine Edwards. Valleyhills Angus - Glaslyn, SK. 306-441-0946 or 306-342-4407.

I am super sweet boy that loves to play outside and go for nice long walks.

I am also quite happy to just curl up at your feet and have a nap.

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In Loving Memory of

PETER PRESCESKY May 12, 1926 June 3, 2014

Until we meet again Those special memories of you will always bring a smile.

If only I could have you back for just a little while.

Then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do.

You always meant so very much and always will do too.

The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause me pain.

But you’re forever in my heart until we meet again.

Sadly missed, deeply loved by son Jim (Debbie) and family, son Ken (Jan) and family, daughters Sonja (John), Linda (Don), Elaine (Blake) and families

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

CABINS / COTTAGES & COUNTRY HOMES

SERVICES FOR HIRE

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One Bedroom suite, in a quiet adult complex. Total reno’s. Available June 1. Security $700.00 Rent $700.00.

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FEED & SEED

Cottage for Sale: Meeting Lake (Crescent Beach) Deeded lot, 3 Bedrooms. Call 1-403-608-1674.

IN MEMORIAM

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AMGITS

PETER PRESCESKY

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING June 3, 2019 - 2:00 pm

Conference Room #C1-212 Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford Battlefords & Area Sexual Assault Centre

Annual General Meeting BASAC will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on June 11th 2019 - 6:30 pm @ Blend Restaurant

Always loved and remembered your daughter Elaine, Blake and your grandson Michael

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MEETINGS

The moment that you died my heart was torn in two, one side filled with heartache, the other died with you.

I often lie awake at night, when the world is fast asleep, and take a walk down memory lane, with tears upon my cheeks.

Remembering you is easy, I do it everyday, but missing you is heartache that never goes away.

I hold you tightly within my heart and there you will remain.

Until the joyous day arrives, That we will meet again.

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DUPLEX FOR RENT

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Fridge, stove, washer and dryer. $900-$1100/mo.

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Thank you for your donations in memory of Lawrence E. Johnson .......................North Battleford Gloria Rumpf ............................................. Battleford Joseph G. Mandin ............................North Battleford Helene Mandin .................................North Battleford David W. Shury .......................................... Battleford Trudy Mayer ..............................................................

Charles (Chuck) Keilback .................North Battleford June J. L’Heureux .............................North Battleford Lloyd Sperling ............................................................

Shelley Scherman ..................................... Battleford Dr. Iain Weston .................................North Battleford Heather Feist ............................................. Battleford Maurice Vany ............................................. Battleford Pearl Folkersen ...............................North Battleford Herb Weinmeyer........................................ Battleford J. Cooper ...................................................................

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Charlotte Lahti ........................................... Battleford Dean Williams...................................North Battleford Jules Clendening ..............................North Battleford Pat Schivak................................................................

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Joan Stewart.............................................Saskatoon Jacquelyne Byers .............................North Battleford Joan Johnson, .................................................Meota Walter T. Nelson ...............................North Battleford Al Gotto.............................................North Battleford Joyce Callsen ...........................................Kindersley Marguerite Wright ......................................................

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Professional

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Light of Christ Catholic Schools (LOCCS) is requesting Proposals from qualified Contractors to supply driver education services. Detailed RFP documentation can be downloaded from the SaskTenders website: www.sasktenders.ca or picked up at the LOCCS Administration Office located at 9301 19th Ave, North Battleford, SK. Deadline for proposal submission is 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.

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SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 SERVICE WILL SHINGLE, BUILD FENCES & DECKS, INSTALL FASCIA & SOFFITS, PAINTING, YARKWORK CLEAN EAVESTROUGHS ETC. 306-445-8439 OR 306-441-3690 CN Roofing - Tree Removal and Cutting, - Demolition, -Free estimates, - Quality Work, - Fully insured, - All work guaranteed, - References available.

Call or text Clayton 306-480-7098.

Cocktails - 5:00 pm • Supper - 6:00 pm $50 for steak & lobster $40 for steak only or lobster only Ice Surface Northland Power Curling Club

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES STEEL BUILDING SALE ...

“MEGA MADNESS SALE - BIG CRAZY DEALS ON ALL BUILDINGS!” 20X21 $5,868. 25X27 $6,629. 30X31 $8,886. 32X35 $9,286. 35X35 $12,576. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford, Saskatchewan Has an immediate opening for a part-time Organist/Pianist. We are looking for a person with a love and understanding of music ministry in a congregational setting.

For more information please contact: Email: stpaulnb@sasktel.net

Ask about Rent Incentives 16 Adult & Family Buildings Some Pet Friendly Suites Furnished & Unfurnished

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COMING EVENTS ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, ryhmes and finger plays.

Thursday June 6

Makerspace Play Date at the North Battleford Library 4:00 p.m.

Think & play with STEM and STEAM activities; build robots, create video games, explore circuits and more! All materials provided. Ages 5 - 12.

Thursday-Saturday June 6-8

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Garage Sale 1302-99th Street, North Battleford (upper hall). Thursday 12:00-6:00 p.m., Friday 12:00-6:00 p.m., Saturday June 8 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.“New items will be added”.

Something for everyone - don’t miss it! Indoor yard sale.

Friday June 7

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Please call our 24 hour at 1-877-341-3322 for support or information.

Al-anon Family Groups

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

Tuesdays & Thursdays

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 drop-in 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 Thursday 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.

Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1

A Taste of Culture 2019 at the Western Development Museum Multicultural event which features international food, marketplace items and entertainment from different cultures from 11:00 a.m.

- 9:00 p.m.

Sunday June 2

Battleford Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides. Battleford residents have the opportunity to help Canadians with medical and physical disabilities obtain Dog Guides at no cost by participating in the Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides this spring. 10:30 am at the Lions Building, Battleford.

Sunday June 2

Join us for our IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s! A fun outdoor walk for all ages. Funds raised support programs and services in your community that improve the quality of life for people living with dementia and their families, and support other activities like education and public awareness. Pre-register online at www.walkforalzheimerssk.ca. Register 1:00 pm, 1:30 walk. Meet at Lawrence Elementary School.

Sunday June 2

Battlefords Family Fun Day 1611-93rd St., North Battleford Seventh Day Adventist Church 11:00 a.m - 3:00 pm. Free event.

Dunk tank, carnival games, snow cones, slide, popcorn, bouncy castle, face painting and much more. For more information call 306-445-9096 or email pastorjkwon@gmail.com.

Tuesday June 4

Trivia Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the North Battleford Library.Teams of 2-4 must register beforehand by calling the library at 306-4453206. Begins at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday June 5

Time for Tots at 10:45 a.m. at the North Battleford Library. For

Teddy Bear Clinic11:00 a.m. It’s time for the annual Teddy Bear Clinic!

Bring your teddy bears for their check-ups to Central Park next to the library. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of the Teddy Bear Clinic, so to celebrate, there will also be a petting zoo! The clinic runs from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on June 7th. Hope to see you there.

Friday-Sunday June 7-9

Manitou Lake Gospel Jamboree. ML Bible Camp Neilburg, SK Free concerts & camping. Keepers of the Faith, Daae Family, Fraser Valley Quartet, Potter’s Clay Quartet, Kenny Mac Band,Touch of Grace with Grant Hoffman, Ben Johnson Family,The Budds, Neilburg Church Youth.

Friday 7pm, Sat & Sun 10:15 am. Concession, Free banana splits Friday night. Saturday Turkey Supper. www.manitoulakegospeljamboree.com.

Saturday June 8

Resume Review for Teens 1:00 p.m. at the North Battleford Library.

Teens are invited to bring their resume to the library between 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. to get it reviewed to help them apply to summer jobs.

Resumes can be paper copies or on USB sticks. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.

Saturday June 8

Planting Summer 2:00 p.m. North Battleford Library. Ages 5-12 are invited to join us in starting seeds to be planted later in a small children’s garden at the library.We will be donating a planting tub and planting our seeds in paper roll starters.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Battlefords Synchronized Swimming Club is looking for an

ASSISTANT COACH for the 2019-20 season

Successful applicant would be assisting with both the Recreational and Competitive programs.

Applicants with previous coaching experience and knowledge of aquatic sports, in particular synchronized swimming, is an asset.

Please submit resumé (or for more information) to: nbwaterdoves@hotmail.ca

Saturday June 8

Family Justice Services offers a Parenting After Separation And Divorce Program. These public information sessions are intended to help people who are considering or may be in the separation/divorce process. Sessions will be offered in North Battleford 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 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 is provided.

Sunday June 9

Classical Music Recital St. Joseph Calasancius Church 1942-98th Street, North Battleford 7:00 p.m. Classical music recital featuring local musicians Jenny Jung, violin; Zaide Masich, cello; Cole Knutson, piano; featuring works by Schubert, Mozart & Haydn. Admission by donation. Email: cole.j.knutson@gmail.com for more information.

Tuesday June 11

Seniors Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall 1942-98th Street, North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Bingo, coffee and entertainment by Meota Hobby Band. Followed by a barbeque at 4:00 p.m. All seniors welcome.

Wednesday June 12

Time for Tots at the North Battleford Library 10:45 a.m. For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Friday June 14

Tales and More at the North Battleford Library 10:45 a.m. Enjoy thematic storytimes inspired by STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Enginnering, Art, Math) activities. Ages 4-8.

Saturday June 15

Community Garage Sale at St. George’s Church Hall, 191 - 24th Street, Battleford. From 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Church BBQ at 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Table rental $25.00. Contact:Val 306-441-9468 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.

Living Sky School Division No. 202 Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

Recruiting for the 2019-20 school year!

Visit our website regularly to view current postings: www.lskysd.ca Here, you will find opportunity details as well as the application process.

All applications must be submitted online.

THURSDAYS BEST

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Boys and Girls Club breaking new ground for development Continued from Page 9 president.

Sandra Favel-Rewerts continues to serve as secretary and Ian Hamilton as treasurer. Our directors, Bernie Etcheverry, Molly Pederson and Jane Kenny, also remain engaged, dedicated and in tune with the vital nature of our organization. This group of loyal individuals ensure our vision, mission

and now strong strategic direction is accomplished.

“Without the community’s support, we would not be where we are now. 2018 saw high level contacts being made, provincially and locally as well as with national business leaders. In addition, we are thrilled at the recent development of a partnership with the Ministry of Social Services – this will allow us to ensure

we continue to support the children, youth and families who need us most.

After having broke new ground and securing a solid foundation, we were able to see forward progression and expand on the services and programs being offered. Moreover, we were able to focus on debt reduction as we worked hard to reduce our mortgages. Although we’ve always had

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RM of Parkdale

CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR OFFICER The RM of Parkdale is looking to hire a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The preferred applicant will possess standard or higher certification in Local Government Administration and be proficient with Munisoft programs.

Consideration will be given to applicants that possess acceptable degrees, certificates, diplomas or designations in Commerce, Administration, Business or Accounting similar to the preferred certification. Consideration may be given to applicants that are willing to take training necessary to attain Local Government Administration certification.

Parkdale follows the salary schedule provided by RMAAS, provides a comprehensive benefits package and mandatory pension benefits.

For further information regarding this employment opportunity please email the municipal office at rm498@ sasktel.net, call (306) 342-2015 or visit our office.

Email applications with resumé and references to the HR Committee at rm498@sasktel.net or drop off at the municipal office.

Summer Student

JOB OPPORTUNITY JOB DUTIES: This position consists of general labour maintenance duties in Rabbit Lake. School grounds, natural areas and walkways. The typical duties include litter-picking, string trimming, grass mowing, painting, tree and shrub maintenance, flower planting, shoveling soil or other material, weeding, cleaning depots and other general labour duties in the open space and depots. Must report daily to the supervisor.

All candidates must possess the following: • A valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver’s license • Self-starter and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision • A proactive team member that contributes to a positive work environment • Exercise initiative and good judgment when completing work assignments • Proven customer service skills • Be dependable and reliable Submit resumé to Administrator by June 25th, 2019

By Mail, Fax, Email, Box 9, Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 Fax: (306)-824-2150 rm467@sasktel.net

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE – Cribbage was played Monday, May 13, with high score going to Eleanor Hinde and low to Lois Myer. Bev Stewart supplied lunch.

Bingo was played Wednesday, May 15, with Joan and Shannon Smith calling. Lunch was provided by Jean Hartman.

Cribbage was played Monday, May 20, with high score going to Jean Hartman and low to Lois Myer. Bev Stewart supplied lunch.

Bingo was played Wednesday, May 22, with Joan and Bev Stewart doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Bev Stewart.

The loonie pot was divided between three people.

On Thursday, May 23, at 7 p.m., the hospital auxiliary hosted talks and information on ticks and Lyme disease. One speaker was Dr. Nsungu, the medical official of this health region. Gayle and Barry Golden spoke on their journey through Lyme disease when their son was infected. Dr. Doug Weir, a vet from Lloydminster, spoke on the effects of ticks on farm animals and pets. Thank you goes to our local pharmacy for setting up an interesting and informational display on ticks, protection and protective products and the proper removal of ticks.

Lunch was served at the end of a most interesting and informative evening.

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and are excited to see what 2019 holds.”

Western Days this weekend Continued from Page 23 At UPS, congratulations is extended to Sunshine Delorme who won the provincial U10 punt competition at the pass, punt and kick competition. UPS track and field is set for tomorrow unless weather is uncooperative; at which time, it will move to Tuesday June 4. Field trips will keep classes busy this month: June 7 - Gr. 3 Field Trip; June 12 - Gr. 5 Field Trip; June 12 and 13 - Gr. 6 Field Trip; June 13 - Gr. 2K Field Trip; June 18 - Kindergarten Year End Celebration; June 20 - Gr. 4 Field Trip; June 21 - Gr. 3/4 Field Trip; June 21 - Gr. 2P Field Trip; June 24 - Gr. 6 Year End Celebration; June 25 - Last day of Kindergarten; June 26 - Last day of classes.

Congratulations to Uni-

ty Credit Union on recently hosting Precious Gilbert from Nigeria as part of the International Credit Union exchange learning program. As well, for the third year in a row they won a national marketing award.

Always remember the best way to show appreciation to our small museum committee and group of volunteers is by taking guests there as a way to show off this fine venue and visitors are a good way to show appreciation of all that they do here. I took my 80-year-old dad on May long weekend and he was amazed at this facility. We take this showcase place in Unity for granted as it is always here and we are accustomed to its appearance both inside and out. My dad’s words after his visit,

“Everything is so clean and well arranged with such details. Many small towns have one building to house their museum while Unity has multiple buildings to showcase their historic town. This place is well laid out, well maintained and well worth the visit.”

Coffee row friends love to review all the fun that is continually part of the social calendar here in Unity, whether it has already happened or is something upcoming. They also are sharing everyone’s weather wonders after a weird first half of 2019 in weather occurrences and pondering what is up for our summer?

So you see we keep busy here in Unity with wisdom, laughter and plenty of fun here in Unity with our friends on coffee row.

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD PUBLIC NOTICE BYLAW NO. 6-2019 Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Battleford intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 6/2016, known as the Official Community Plan.

INTENT The proposed amendments to the Town’s Future Land Use Concept Map will: • Replace the Future Land Use Concept Map with a new map that will: • Reduce the number of residential classes from three (one and two-unit residential, multiunit residential and mobile home residential) to one designation (residential). AFFECTED LAND: all properties that are currently designated as one of the three residential classes will now be simply designated for “Residential”.

• Remove the Vacant & Agricultural Land class and redesignate these lands for Parks and Recreation and Residential as appropriate. AFFECTED LAND: most of these properties are vacant and lie in areas that are difficult to develop (i.e. near the sewage lagoon and in proximity to the North Saskatchewan River); • Remove the Utilities & Infrastructure class and redesignate these lands based on exiting land use. AFFECTED LAND: these lands include Block 113, Plan 00B12369 (Town sewage lagoon) to be redesignated to Parks and Recreation, Lot 16, Block 19, Plan 99B14191 (Town water treatment plant) to be redesignated to Community Service, Parcel A, Plan 89B05712 (SaskPower) to be redesignated to Highway Commercial, Lot 4, Block 58, Plan 01B14889 (SaskEnergy) to be redesignated to Industrial and Lot 3, Block 4, Plan 99B17350 (SaskTel) to be redesignated to Residential; • Update the Future Land Use Concept Map to identify areas that have been developed since 2016 as existing development rather than future development. AFFECTED LAND: the existing Future Land Use Concept Map identifies areas for future development that have been developed since 2016 and this change simply reflects that; and • To create consistency between the Zoning District Map and Future Land Use Map where necessary (note that some properties currently do not have a designation or are inconsistent with the Zoning District Map). Note that this affects 49 properties in total and affects the following land: • 14 lots located in a Restricted Development District to be redesignated to Parks and Open Space; • 4 lots to reflect existing development and zoning; • 19 churches, parks and daycares currently zoned residential to be redesignated to Residential; • 12 lots on the 100, 200 and 300 blocks of 22nd Street that are currently zoned C2 – Community Centre Commercial to be redesignated from One Unit Residential to Community Centre Commercial.

• NOTE THAT THIS LIST OF LEGAL LAND DESCRIPTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO VIEW THE MAPS ONLINE (SEE LINK BELOW).

REASON The reason for the amendment is to: • Provide more flexibility in administering the Official Community Plan; • Provide for the future growth of the Town; and • Reflect existing development patterns in the Town; MAP • A copy of the proposed bylaw as well as the existing Future Land Use Concept Map and the new proposed Future Land Use Concept Map can be viewed and compared on the Town’s website: www.battleford.ca/p/local-news PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Town Office, located at 91-24th Street, in the Town of Battleford, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM on Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at the Town office at a cost of $5.00.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on June 17, 2019 at 7:00 PM at the Town office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Town office before the hearing.

Issued at the Town of Battleford this 30th day of May, 2019.

John Enns-Wind, CAO

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Last Tuesday of the Month

North Battleford Girl Guides at Holy Family School, 9201 - 19th Ave., North Battleford at 1:00 p.m. We meet once or twice a month from September to May, 2019.

Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1602 - 103rd St., North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.

1st Sunday of the Month Jam Session from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October to May 2019. For more information call 306445-5036.

4th Sunday of the Month Musical Jam Session at the Medstead Hall at 2:00 p.m. Musicians, singers, entertainers, & listeners. All ages are welcome. Bring along your instruments, and dancing shoes and have a great time! Please bring lunch, 50/50 tickets. Free admission. Sponsored by: Medstead Leisure Life Club.

4th Sunday of the Month Turtleford Baptist Church Gospel Music Night. Last Sunday of every month at 6:00 p.m. Come and participate...Sing, Play, Humm. Everyone welcome.

Mondays The Rotary Club of the Battlefords meets at The Blend at 12:00 noon.

New members/guest welcome. For more information call 306-937-7128 or 306-441-6636.

2nd Monday of the Month BUH Retirees meet at the North end A&W at 11:30 am 2nd Monday of the month unless a holiday then moves to 3rd Monday.

2nd Monday of the Month Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more info phone 306937-2987.

2nd Monday of the Month Cancer Survivor Support Group - A self-help group for people with cancer, their families and friends meet at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. The strength of one is the strength of all. All are welcome. For further information call Myrna 306-445-2328 or Ken 306-481-4137.

Mondays & Wednesdays In Motion exercises in the Borden Senior’s Room at 10:00 a.m. No charge & everyone is welcome.

Mondays,Wednesdays & Thursdays Active Walking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m.

Tuesdays The Knitting/Needlework Group drop-in Tuesdays from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at the Marcelin Wapiti Public Libary.

Tuesdays Regular Bridge Lessons starting at 10:30 a.m. playing Bridge to follow.

Call Margaret at 306-445-7615.

Tuesdays Knit & Natter meet at Porta Bella Restaurant, 2491- 99th Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. No membership requirements. Bring your own project or join in a group project knitting for charity, yarn supplied.All skill levels and ages welcome. PhoneVistara at 306-317-9434 for more information.

Tuesdays Every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m., four different churches alternate for a service and lunch at the Borden Care Home.

Tuesdays Battlefords Art Club meets at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. Call or text 306-441-6453 for more information.

Tuesdays TOPS -Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance. Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Irene Lascelle at 306-445-4625.

Tuesdays TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more info phone Mary at 306-441-9232 or Joan at 306-445-9968. Everyone welcome.

Tuesdays Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the 3rd Ave. United Church at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Wednesdays Bingo at the Livelong Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-845-4040.

ACROSS 1. Judge’s T.A.G. - What is TAG Toddler Activity Group? It’s a free drop in group concern where parents will learn fun ways to interact with their child through play, 5. Signal assent games, songs, finger plays and story time for ages 14 months - 3 years from 1:15 - 2:45 p.m. at the Don Ross Gym, 891 - 99th 8.Street, Has North Battleford. For more information contact Sherry at 306-480-9426, text 12.Draft animals or call.

13.Hot temper Wednesdays 14.Moderately Drawing Sessions at ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North cold Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Bring your own art supplies and we’ll provide the subjects, coffee and encouragement for 15.Decade all. Facilitatorsunit Rosemarie Stadnyk and Chris Hodge.

16.Short-term job 2nd Wednesday of the Month 17.Pine ____ Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Meeting at the Wildlife Federation 18.Alternate Building at 7:00 p.m. New members welcome. No meetings during July 20.Got the best and August. of 2nd Wednesday of the Month 21.Largest The Alzheimers Support Group is held at the CalebVillage every month mammal except July and August. Phone 306-937-7232 for information.

24.Close 3rd Wednesday of the Month 26.Bald bird Cancer Survivor Support Group at the Third Avenue United Church, 27.Half of twenty 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. It is a self help group for people with Wednesdays

Cancer and their family and friends. For further information call Pat Gotto at 306-445-5891. All are welcome.

3rd Wednesday of the Month Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480 for more information.

Thursdays Peer To Peer Support Group meets Thursday mornings at The Mental Heal Association, 1602- 103 Street, North Battleford at 9:30 a.m. A very warm welcoming group.

Thursdays Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.

Thursdays Radisson TOPS SK5243 meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the Radisson Town Office.

2nd Thursday of the Month The Battlefords Photography Club meets at the Don Ross Room 108 Exterior entrance 4 at 7:00 pm. Meetings run from September to June.

For more information please phone Heather at 306-843-1807.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Midwest Food Resources - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce. To order call or text us at 306-446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Follow us on Facebook.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Battlefords Cowboy Church at Battleford Legion Hall, 22nd Street Battleford at 7:00 p.m. Open to all religions. Everyone welcome.

1st Friday of the Month The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners and experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call Leslie at 306-9377471 or Bonnie at 306-480-7797.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.

2nd Friday of the Month OldTyme Dance from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October 2018 to April 2019. Live bands. For more information call 306-445-5036.

2nd & 4th Friday of the Month

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

Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-937-3190 or 306-441-3147. New members welcome.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Storytime & Craft on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at the Marcelin Wapiti Public Library, 100-1st Ave., Marcelin.

Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Centre, 1192 - 101st Street from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Call Sherry at 306-937-6842.

2nd & 4th Saturday of the Month

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You are not the only one who claims to be sane There has always been lots of discussion about the state of our mental health.

Ed, my old neighbour, claims most folks are a little wacky or have at least one screw loose. He claims that you will see this, regularly, in our families, at work, at school and in our neighborhoods. My old neighbour steers away from words like deranged and insane because they are too severe to mention flippantly. Most of us, according to Ed, admit to being a little crazy, because that is normal behavior.

Not so many of us are comfortable admitting we have issues with our mental health. I told Ed that hopefully, that is changing, and

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and behave reasonably and rationally. There can be a thin line between what is real and what is unreal. The way I think and behave may not seem sane and sensible to you.

The Canadian Mental Health Association describes good mental health as having a sense of purpose, healthy relationships, feeling connected to our communities, knowing who we are, coping with stress and enjoying life. It is also having healthy, supportive places to live, work and learn.

In the Bible, we are told of a man Jesus met after they sailed across the sea and landed at Gerasenes, opposite Galilee. The man

eighbourly Advice

According to Ed

By Raymond Maher

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca people are becoming more open about discussing their struggle with depression or stress and other mental health issues. Mental Health Week celebrated each year helps us to go beyond jokes and denial when it comes to mental health concerns.

According to my old neighbour, the problem is

everyone thinks they are sane. “Compos Mentis,” is the legal term denoting that an individual is of sound mind and therefore can bear legal responsibility for their actions. One definition of sanity is the ability to tell real from unreal. Another meaning of sanity is the ability to think

for a long time had worn no clothes, had not lived in a house, but among the tombs, he had been kept under guard and bound with chains and shackles, but he would break the bonds and escape into the desert. He was considered out of his mind. He was a demonpossessed man who was a danger to himself. Jesus commanded the demons or unclean spirits to come out of the man. The unclean spirits entered a herd of pigs, and the pigs rushed into the nearby lake and were drowned.

Those herding the pigs saw what had happened and fled telling everyone in the city and country. People came to see for themselves

what had happened and were afraid when they saw the demon-possessed man sitting at the feet of Jesus clothed and in his right mind. They had been fearful of the man when he was out of his mind, and then they were afraid because he was sane. They feared Jesus, who had healed the man and asked Jesus to leave them.

Jesus honoured their request and left, but the man he had healed wanted to go with Jesus and his disciples.

Jesus told him, “Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.” That is what the man did he went about proclaiming how Jesus had restored his sanity.

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

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

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

Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

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 Water Ministry

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

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

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

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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

Sunday Services 10:30 am Various Weekly Programs www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

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

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Cemetery bees organized for 2019 season

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Mother’s Day has come and gone, but a lady eating alone in Hailleys Cafe (Mr Ribs) that morning was treated to having her meal paid for by the person ahead of her, for which she was very grateful. She will undoubtedly pass the favour on one day. The same gal had received a rose at church that morning and she proceeded to pass it along to a resident at Harwood Manor and spend some time with her.

After attending the tea at the manor she later learned that she had won the door prize, again very grateful!

The Meota Lions Chorus has only two more engagements before stopping for the summer, at Edam May 27 and Villa Pascal May 30. The Hobby Band likewise will be stopping for a few months.

With summer skies above, remember to scan the sky in late evening and watch for Northern Lights, they can be so beautiful.

The maple seedlings are springing up in every possible spot there’s any soil, between paving blocks, in every garden and flowerbed. Too bad there’s no market for them.

How good to see the basement dug for another house coming to Meota, soon we hope. There are several other places being built new or renovated, but also many houses for sale in the village.

The Meota cemetery bees are organized for the summer, with the dates as follows: Tuesday, May 28; Wednesday, June 12; Thursday, June 27; Friday, July 12; Saturday, July 27; Monday, Aug. 12; and Monday, Sept. 2. In the event of rain it will move to

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the next day, starting at 9 a.m. with coffee to follow each time The highway from the Cochin hills to Glaslyn has developed a series of ‘ripple strips’ on the east side of the road, not so bad on the west side. Not as noisy as ‘rumble strips’ but noticeable. This seems to have developed since spring.

Rose Delainey was pleased to have her daughter Judy come from Edmonton and give her a hand to do up her flowerbeds and yard work.

It’s good to see the odd bumblebee around. They are becoming scarce, also the hummingbirds and goldfinches are such a pleasure to watch. The Meota robins should be the cleanest around as they surely do enjoy the birdbath in front.

The Meota Lions are most appreciative of the response to their bottle drive May 18, from which they cleared over $3,000. All donated help in any way is what makes it possible – the pickups, the sorting and cleaning and delivering to the depot is done by volunteers.

The last hall noon luncheon for this spring will be June 21, resuming in November. This meal includes sausages, hash brown casserole, salad and garlic bread and a variety of desserts. Mark your calendar and come out and meet your neighbours and friends over lunch.

Duplicate bridge played in the Pioneer Hall May

21 saw 22 players come out for an evening of fun and sociability. High score went to Catriona Winterholt and David Sharpe, followed by Bernard and Lucille Gregoire and Mary Phelps and Gerry Craig.

On May 23 another evening of bridge was held and top score went to Vern Iverson and David Sharpe, then Mary Greenwald and Jean Lawes and third were Catriona Winterholt and Donna Scherman.

The Cher concert in Saskatoon was enjoyed by several folks from the area and all were quite impressed as she is 73 years old now. Her program was as good as if one had gone to Las Vegas to see it, with professional dancers and entertainers.

A new menace to watch for are little critters that look like a small ladybug but are Asian beetles – they bite, they stink and fly around. If you have a cat or dog check the roof of their mouth, once there they stick there and make it very sore.

Last Friday, May 24, the sky was filled with black clouds but Meota didn’t get any rain. The area of Minnehaha, where the Green Park Greenhouse is, got some rain and about 15 minutes of hail. This damaged plants that were outside the plastic topped buildings, but didn’t tear the plastic covering them, so they were lucky there.

Turtleford reports a very nice rain with water running everywhere. The farmers want rain but the golfers don’t. Some crops are starting to show rows in the earliest seeded fields.

The auction sale held in Cochin for Pirots had a good turnout of people so hope it went well.

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News ‘n’ views from Baljennie

By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

The Western Development Museum in North Battleford is keeping busy with their antique gas tractors and engines work bees.

Due to the spring fieldwork, there are fewer volunteers as they are all too busy on the farm to come to the bee, but they will all be back to volunteer again soon. A big thank you goes to all the volunteers who do come. Any volunteers are welcome as there is always something to be done.

A grand opening to unveil the old 1158 steam train engine was held May 17. There was a good turnout and now everyone can see what was happening under the big white tent.

It’s a shame to say the old steam train will never run again. It does draw in many tourists to look.

The big tent has been moved farther over into the museum grounds for more stage room for some antique machinery.

The month of May brings the Victoria Day weekend. All the campgrounds did fill up fast.

The highways and roads have been busy with all the

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extra traffic of campers, boats and motor homes.

Also beware of the wildlife about. At this time of year the black bears have just come out of their hibernation and they are hungry as there is not too much about for them to feed on. They will likely have their cute little baby cubs with them. Just try to keep away from them as their mother will be close by. Most parks have good hiking trails to follow through the treed areas of the park. Walk in groups and not alone. Wear brightly coloured clothing and make lots of noise.

Bears have a good sense of smell and will be scouting out around the campsites for easy-to-get free food.

Just make sure your food is well out of their reach and tightly covered.

Besides the bears, there are many more wild animals about. They will likely have their news spring babies with them. Some are

quiet and are not afraid of people. Best to just leave them all alone as their mothers are not too far off.

Wildlife are not good for pets. Keep a good eye on your own pets and watch for the nasty tikes. They will be out in full force.

Most of the greenhouses and nurseries are open for the sale of bedding plants, roots, bulbs, shrubs and little trees. It is sad to see the Greenery Greenhouse in Battleford no longer operating. It will likely be missed by a lot of the local green thumbs. The weather is not playing the game to set out some kinds of bedding plants. They will need to be covered these cool nights of near or even frost. Garden planting will be in full swing now. We need some much warmer sunny days to warm the soil. Some seeds planted in the cool damp soil will rot before they germinate. It’s all a guessing game. Good luck to all the planters.

Farmers are all busy seeding their new crops. A few did get their seeding all done and some of the first seeded are showing new green growth. A few hit and miss rain showers did freshen up the green leaves

on the trees and shrubs and the green grass Being a late cool spring and not much moisture in April, May is near the end and still not much moisture.

There is a mass of yellow dandelion flowers.

They seem to like the dry cool weather. They are ever so hard to kill. They now have spread all over the laws, grass areas and even in the farmers’ fields.

They seem to be all across Canada. Sometimes they are used as a source of food. So many places they are a pest. Soon the fluff

and more seeds will spread in the wind. The bees like them as they are about the first plants to flowers. The seasons are changing and it does bring out the little black flies and mosquitoes.

Tenants of Bridge Road Condos, Don and Beverly Beggs, recently moved to a senior home in Wilkie.

Good luck with your move and new home. You will be missed.

The residents of Battleford and rural areas are all so pleased to see a new food and drug store open up where the old Super A

Black bear. Photo by Saskatchewan Environment

used to be. Discovery Coop opened up the new store on May 16 with a barbecue with all the funds going to the Battleford Volunteer Fire Department. Since it opened, it has been a very busy area.

It’s not every day we get to have the prime minister of Canada in the local area. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was at the Cut Knife Hill dealing with the matters that had taken place in 1885 with Chief Poundmaker. There was a good turnout of people attending the ceremony.

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