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Senior speaks out again Staff A tenant of Valleyview Towers II has spoken out again with another letter to the editor (see Page 4) chronicling the mayhem residents of the tower have been experiencing.

In some cases, tenants have been cleaning up after drunken activities, even clearing away feces and vomit, after police have cleared away the offenders, says the letter.

The letter also laments the lack of action by ad-

ministration of the Battlefords Housing Authority to address issues of complaint.

The letter has attracted many comments on the News-Optimist Facebook page. See inside for some of what has been said.

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It’s United Way Month in the Battlefords, and this year marks 50 years for the Battlefords United Way. It began with a flag-raising at North Battleford City Hall Tuesday morning, Oct. 1, at which Deputy Mayor Kent Lindgren read the proclamation. See inside for more. Photo by John Cairns

Saskatchewan’s population tops 1,174,000 Staff

Selena Frenchman from Thunderchild First Nation checks out the interior of the tipi built at a “tipi teachings” event at the Allen Sapp Gallery in North Battleford Sunday. A group of students from Thunderchild, under the guidance of Diane Pooyak, learned about the traditions, ceremonies, construction and true meaning of the tipi. See our website at www.newsoptimist.ca. for more on this event, including photos. Photo by Averil Hall

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First-degree murder suspects’ matters adjourned to Nov. 1 Staff Two of the eight people charged in the Tiki Laverdiere murder case appeared by closed circuit television in North Battleford Provincial Court Friday, Sept. 27.

Both had their matters adjourned to Nov 1.

Nicole Cook, who faces a first-degree murder charge, a well as kidnapping, improperly interfering with a human body and theft of a motor vehicle, saw her matters adjourned at the request of defence lawyer Brian Pfefferle, who phoned in to the proceedings. He said he is awaiting significant disclosure from the Crown.

Crown prosecutor Chris Browne said he expected to provide defence with a “more fulsome package” of disclosure next week.

Cook will remain in custody by law in relation to the first-degree murder charge and by consent of the Crown and defence on the other charges. She is in custody in Edmonton.

Cook is the mother of Tristen Cook-Buckle of Edmonton, himself

the victim of a homicide, whose funeral Laverdiere, a 25-year-old woman from Edmonton, had attended just before her disappearance in June.

Also appearing in North Battleford Provincial Court Friday was Soaring Eagle Whitstone.

She appeared by closed circuit television from Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert.

Like Cook, she faces a first-degree murder charge, a well as kidnapping, improperly interfering with a human body and theft of a motor vehicle. Her matters were also adjourned to Nov. 1 at the request of Crown prosecutor Brown, who is expecting more disclosure on the murder charge.

Defence lawyer Blaine Beaven, by telephone, agreed by a joint request for adjournment, saying he has all disclosure expected.

Whitstone will remain in custody by law in relation to the murder charge and by consent in relation to the other charges.

In both cases, Brown asked Judge Murray

Pelletier to make permanent the interim publication ban on the nocontact list imposed on both women.

Eight people have been arrested and charged for the murder of Laverdiere.

Along with Whitstone and Nicole Cook, others charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, improperly interfering with a human body and theft of a motor vehicle are Shayla Orthner and Danita Thomas.

Nikita Cook is charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping.

Jesse Sangster, originally charged with accessory after the fact to murder and theft of a motor vehicle, saw his charges upgraded to first-degree murder, kidnapping, improperly interfering with a human body and theft of a motor vehicle.

Brent Checkosis and Mavis Takakenew, are charged with accessory after the fact to murder.

Checkosis is also charged with improperly interfering with a human body and theft of a motor vehicle.

Jonson murder case co-accuseds wait on bail Staff

One of the two individuals charged in the firstdegree murder of 61-yearold Mark Douglas Jonson appeared by closed circuit television in North Battleford Provincial Court Friday, Sept. 27.

Nicolas Buck, who also faces several other breach and failure-to-attend-court charges, made his latest appearance before Judge Murray Pelletier, had his matters adjourned to Oct. 29 for a possible bail hearing.

Defence lawyer Jonathan Bodvarson said there are discussion going on around the first-degree

murder charge. Using electronic monitoring is being looked at, he added.

Crown prosecutor Suzanne Reid asked for the no contact order previously issued to be ordered again.

Buck will remain in custody for now.

Buck’s co-accused, David Keller, saw his bail application go before Queen’s Bench court in Battleford Thursday, Sept.

26. A decision on bail is expected in the next week.

Until a decision is released, Keller remains in custody.

All evidence that was presented in court is subject to a publication ban.

The murder charges stem from July 3 in North

Battleford. On July 5, RCMP responded to a complaint regarding a deceased male found in a residence on the 1500 block of 100th Street in North Battleford.

The deceased was identified as 61-year-old Mark Douglas Jonson of North Battleford.

The death was considered suspicious and investigators from RCMP Major Crime Unit North, North Battleford and Forensic Identification Services conducted the investigation.

Keller was arrested July 11 and a warrant was issued for Buck, who was located soon after.

Child porn case adjourned Staff A man accused of accessing child pornography

will see his matters back in court Nov. 15.

Cameron Froese, 54, had his matters come up in

North Battleford Provincial Court Monday. He was not present, but counsel did ask that the case be adjourned to Nov. 15 for plea.

Froese, who was arrested in May following a search by RCMP and by members of the Saskatchewan ICE unit, is currently out on bail.

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Community says Valleyview Towers problems are unacceptable Staff

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Further to Natalie Berrecloth’s Letter to the Editor about Valleyview Towers II residents finding themselves cleaning up feces and vomit in their common areas, here are some of the Facebook comments we’ve received since posting the letter on our website.

Since the incidents she detailed in her letter, Tuesday evening Berrecloth found it necessary to phone the RCMP as a loud party was going on and, because she had to let the officers in (they do not have a key, and after 10 p.m. the door cannot be buzzed open), she opened her apartment door to go down to meet them, only to find a bleeding man on the floor at her door. She had to step over him to go down to the main door, then phoned an ambulance when she returned. Police removed some individuals. Now, the hallway and the injured man’s room is marred by blood.

Battlefords RCMP confirm that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Highway 16 west in the early morning hours of Oct. 2.

RCMP confirm in a news release that at around 1 a.m., the pedestrian was struck at the location where Highway 16 and Highway 4 merge prior to the bridge crossing the North Saskatchewan River.

The victim was a 15-yearold male who was alone at the time.

Medical treatment was provided by Battlefords EMS and North Battleford Fire Department before the individual was transported to Battlefords Union Hospital for further treatment.

Isn’t it totally sad that those that could rectify this don’t give a rat’s behind as far as I am concerned. Better a basically empty building that a building if the problem is ever corrected will cost so incredibly much money to bring it back up to inhabitable. Those that can change things I hope are so totally ashamed they have a problem sleeping at night. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr This is an absolutely disgraceful situation. It is way past time that this situation was fixed. The seniors deserve to live in a peaceful environment.

It use to be a nice place when my grandma lived there ..thought it was for seniors? Such a shame to read this.

This is so sad, the tenants should quit paying rent until the problem is addressed. Things might get done then, there is power in numbers So sad our seniors have to live like this. This is not acceptable.

Thank God I dont live there anymore. I lived on the fifth floor as well. The person having the parties should be evicted . How many more chances is the person going to get.

RCMP report that injuries sustained were severe, resulting in STARS Air Ambulance taking the victim to Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon for further treatment. Family members of the victim have been contacted and updated, say police.

RCMP say the initial investigation revealed the driver of the involved vehicle was sober, had stopped to render assistance and called 911 to report this accident. A Prince Albert Traffic Service Reconstruction Analyst attended to conduct a thorough investigation.

Traffic flow is back to normal at the scene. The investigation into the incident continued at press time.

Urban reserve water infrastructure going in

Management should get fired. He should come and live in these conditions. What’s with our government. Do they really care. They said they are doing something. Really. What are they doing.

NOTHING An absolute disgrace! Shame on management and city council.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

What an absolute shame!

Work is now underway at 15th Avenue and Territorial Drive in North Battleford, at what is expected to be the entranceway to an urban reserve development.

Councillor Greg Lightfoot asked about the development at last week’s city council meeting, in response to calls from constituents who were curious about the construction activities happening on that

I can think of one particular *** that’s living there and I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s his buddies.

Is the board elected?? If so they obviously need a change.

Time for a change in management Management should clean it, This is ridiculous. The powers that be need to do something.

What a disgrace!! Poor seniors

intersection.

A large water line was going into the ground that week, to service the urban reserve.

According to Mayor Ryan Bater, this was related to changes made to the urban services agreement between the city and Red Pheasant First Nation that were approved at the previous meeting Sept. 9.

The municipal services agreement involves Red Pheasant’s urban reserve land, which encompasses 346 acres east of Territorial Continued on Page 6

Actions of RCMP officer centre of two investigations Staff

The level of force used in an arrest in May of this year by Battlefords RCMP is at the centre of two investigations into the incident.

Prince Albert Police Service will be in charge of an external investigation into the circumstances of the incident and Saskatchewan RCMP will conduct

a Code of Conduct investigation into allegations of excessive use of force.

According to RCMP, on May 14, a 40-year-old man was arrested by a Battlefords RCMP constable following the report of a man causing a disturbance in public.

To assist with the arrest, a second Battlefords RCMP constable attended

the location of the disturbance. While the man was handcuffed and lying on the ground, a physical altercation occurred between the second constable and the 40-year-old man.

Internal and external complaints were made concerning the level of force used by the second constable during the altercation.

Battlefords RCMP reviewed the incident and, based on their findings, ordered, on Aug. 16, that a statutory investigation as well as an RCMP Code of Conduct investigation be conducted.

The RCMP Act, section 45.79(1)(b), dictates an incident in which the actions of a member may have constituted an offence

under federal or provincial law shall be investigated by an external police force.

Therefore, Saskatchewan RCMP asked the Prince Albert Police Service to investigate the circumstances of this incident. PAPS will be investigating allegations of assault.

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Tower tenants cleaning up feces and vomit

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Dear Editor I have worked with all kinds of people and have seen all kinds of situations during my relatively long life.

However, nothing can top the spectacle that is playing out before me here in what is supposed to be my comfortable, safe and secure retirement home.

There has been much said and written about the grotesque living standards that have become commonplace at the Battlefords Housing Authority. We have seen the state of this organization slide completely down the drain. At a time when one would think it could get no worse, the state of affairs has turned even more desperate. We have had multiple police officers come to our building in each of the last four days, as of Sept. 23.

Thursday night, Sept. 19, a drunken party on the fifth floor led to multiple individuals being led away in handcuffs.

Human feces were left on the floor of the fifth-floor laundry room, in the hallway and in one of the elevators.

The mess remained there until Friday morning when the janitor cleaned it up.

On Saturday evening, Sept. 21, property was destroyed and thrown around the fifth-floor common room and in one of the elevators – again along with human feces. The police again attended and hauled away some of the same culprits in handcuffs. Sunday morning one of the tenants cleaned up that mess.

Sunday afternoon, Sept 22, the police again attended the fifth floor where drunken rowdies were again taken away in handcuffs. This time one of the tenants scrubbed the vomit out of both elevators. Close to noon Monday police again attended to remove a wayward guest from the building. All of these incidents can be linked back to the same tenant, but management does nothing. They say, “never mind we’re handling it.”

This has all occurred after countless complaints, reports, meetings, letters and media accounts by literally dozens of individuals – tenants, family members and others. Managers, directors, executive directors, presidents, assistant deputy ministers, MLAs, ministers and the premier have all given their assurances that things were going to be corrected. Yeah, right, and when is that going to happen?

Obviously, not soon. Those who are being paid a great deal of money to do their jobs are simply not doing them. We the tenants, you the taxpayers and our elected officials are being played for suckers. How much more are we expected to take?

I can assure you this is simply not just going to go away. I for one do not like getting played for a fool or a sucker. I worked very long and hard to build a good life for myself, my family and my community. I will not let everything I have worked for get wiped away like this.

It’s only a matter of time before someone gets killed around here. Tenants have been threatened on more then one occasion and the police have already dealt with many dangerous situations.

Natalie Berrecloth Tenant Valleyview Tower II

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Letter

Turn it down!

Dear Editor I recently attended a show at the Dekker Centre, Alabama with Cher and the Bee Gees.

I left at the intermission. After one hour of that loud music, I’d had enough. I could barely hear the singing because the backup band was so loud.

The backup band should enhance the singing, not be competing with it and nearly drowning it out.

Why does the band play so loud? Doesn’t anybody with the band do a sound check beforehand?

I am guessing a majority of the audience would enjoy the performance a lot more with a lot less volume.

Don Mitchell Battleford

Letter

What’s wrong with extra parking?

Dear Editor Re: the Sept. 19, 2019, issue of the News-Optimist has once again done an excellent analysis of North Battleford’s parking issues as seen by our city planners. I stress our local News-Optimist has a history of accurate reporting. It’s called “telling it like it is.”

I read said article several times for it reported the very essence of our city planning committee’s frame of mind: “We know best and we are not open to new ideas.”

In other words, “Our minds are made up.”

I refer to the following “issue of parking on vacant sites, an issue that has plagued North Battleford down-

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town in recent years.” Would someone on the planning committee please explain to me and anyone else who might be interested why the possibility of extra parking downtown is a plague?

That deduction is followed by another and, I quote, “Allowing the practice to happen inflates the supply and makes it difficult to make changes to manage parking more effectively.”

Now, if more parking makes managing difficult, what are the possibilities of attracting industry, the kind that brings new money into the city?

Harry Zamonsky North Battleford

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Local climate group ready to take action Dear Editor Last Friday massive numbers of people around the world took to the streets to call for action on climate change. In Canada almost 800,000 protested, including an estimated 2,000 in Saskatoon, 4,000 in Edmonton and 12,000 in Winnipeg. It is rare to see so many people standing together. They rose up because of how serious this is and how desperately we need change.

The science is clear and overwhelming. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change brings together climate scientists from around the world to produce the most objective and scientific assessment possible. They have said: “Human influence on the climate system is clear, and recent anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases are the highest in history. … Warming of the climate system is unequivocal, and since the 1950s, many

of the observed changes are unprecedented over decades to millennia.”

Hopefully people are finally ready to give climate change and the ecological crisis the attention they truly deserve. The task before us is incredibly difficult. Our economy, in its current form, is deeply dependent on fossil fuels. However, failing to act would be unacceptable.

I know I cannot accept giving up on the children I know and love. If we do not transform the system, they will face the consequences.

Many have already suffered consequences. Climate scientists have predicted increased intensity and frequency of extreme weather events — hurricanes, typhoons, wildfires, droughts and floods. We have begun to see those predictions come true, but what we have seen so far pales in comparison to what could come.

So what do we do? Everything that we can. We can take actions in our personal lives to burn less fossil fuels, but in our current system that is difficult to do, and individual action will take us only so far. We need collective action to transform the system. We need to build communities and movements that will push for the systemic changes that are needed and elect leaders prepared to act in proportion to the magnitude of the crisis. We need everyone. That means you and me.

I hope you will join us at Battlefords Climate Action.

We are a brand new group – local people coming together to look seriously at this issue and how to protect the ones we love and the planet we depend on. Find us on Facebook or email us at battlefordsclimate@gmail.com.

Russell Charlton RM of Meota

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It’s time to protect food sovereignty Dear Editor It’s been years since I’ve seen a jack rabbit in my area, and I’ve noticed a real reduction in the number of hummingbirds, blue birds, swallows, gold finches and other birds in my yard. It’s time for strong action to protect species at risk in Canada.

I believe the next federal government needs to implement recovery strategies to preserve biodiversity for generations to come, including a strategy to monitor and protect pollinators like bees.

The way we grow crops, raise livestock and use food has an impact on the climate – and health of all Canadians. Why does most of our fresh food come from

California, China and other parts of the world when much of it can be grown here? We must protect our food sovereignty. As a lifelong food producer, healthy food and food waste have been causes close to my heart.

In 2003, I saw a Toronto grocery flyer advertising “organically grown potatoes from pristine northern Saskatchewan.” But in small print, the ad said “Product of USA.” This raised a lot of questions for me. We need a government that works together with farmers and food producers to develop a national food policy, making our food systems stronger all across the country, including food labelling and traceability, so Canadians can be confident in what is grown in Canada. We also need a

food waste strategy to reduce the huge amounts of food that currently go to waste in Canada.

Federal and provincial governments need to partner with Indigenous communities and work towards a national school nutrition program that will give every child in Canada access to healthy food and food literacy skills to make healthy choices for life.

I have spent decades fighting for food sovereignty, where farmers and consumers decide what we will eat and grow, not corporations telling us what we will eat and grow.

Marcella Pedersen Cut Knife

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brian.zinchuk@sasktel.net From the Top of the Pile is unavailable this week.

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Our veterans of the Second World War and the Korean War have both fought hard and made tremendous sacrifices, and they have both won the greatest level of respect and thanks we can give them. The Government of France is awarding their highest medal to all living Canadian veterans who directly helped to liberate their country between June 6 and Aug. 30, 1944.

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The Republic of Korea is presenting its Ambassador for Peace Medal to all Canadian Veterans who participated in the Korean War and its peace keeping operations between 1950 and 1955. Living veterans or the families of veterans who have passed away may be eligible to receive this special medal from Korea.

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100 Women Who Care donate to BEATS Submitted

The meeting dates for 2019-20 are Nov. 14, Feb. 6, 2020, and May 7, 2020.

All meetings take place at Empress Carpet One Floor & Home. Doors open at 6 p.m. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome, because we are better together.

For further information or to speak in person with one of the steering committee members please call, Roni Zakresky at 303441-0202 or Sandi Backus at 306-441-9349.

A sum of $7,400 was awarded to the BEATS program that encourages youth to express their emotions in healthy ways through the arts. Corbeil can be contacted at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School.

Additionally, Dani Williams returned to speak to those in attendance about how Concern for Youth used the funds from the May meeting to further their summer programming.

100 Women Who Care of the Battlefords kicked off their fourth season on Thursday, Sept. 12.

Three presentations were heard from Dylin Curiston representing Battlefords Four Corner Kick Boxing, Tracey Reimer representing The Lighthouse Serving the Battlefords and Alan Corbeil representing BEATS (Building Expression through Theatre & Sound).

At a recent meeting of 100 Women Who Care, $7,400 was awarded to the BEATS program that encourages youth to express their emotions in healthy ways through the arts - Alan Corbeil (BEATS), Ellyse Samchinsky (committee) and Ruebecca Fiddler (committee). Photo submitted

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work. The work Linda has done, and continues to do, in the chamber network, especially here in the Battlefords, is outstanding.

Linda is looked to as a guiding pillar from other chambers due to her skillset in her role. We are very fortunate to have her in our local business community and chamber.”

ACE offers a roadmap to excellence in chamber leadership and management and enhances awareness and credibility of the chamber as a profession.

Along with demonstrating a commitment to the chamber profession, it also promotes a culture of continuous learning and undertaking of activities that make the staff better leaders in the chamber network and in the community chambers they serve.

“I am so proud to represent Battlefords chamber members whenever I have the opportunity to do so provincially or nationally.

As only one chamber CEO

main categories of chamber management: years of experience; participation in the chamber network; professional development; chamber development; chamber leadership; and community leadership.

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Dallan Oberg says, “After spending time at the Canadian Chamber annual general meeting this past weekend, it was great to see firsthand that our local chief operating officer has such an impact on her colleagues and associates across the chamber net-

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce has announced Chief Operating Officer Linda Machniak received Accredited Chamber Executive designation at the annual meeting and gala event of the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada in St. John, N.B. recently.

The ACE program was introduced in 2018

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“Everything within that agreement, all developments have to adhere to city zoning bylaw, Official Community Plan, and, of course, all development permits must be approved by the city,” said Bater.

City Manager Randy Patrick said that what was allowed so far was for the basic infrastructure to be put in, but the city is still awaiting other documentation before the development proceeds in full.

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Telemiracle audition applications open Submitted “Saskatchewan’s Charity” is looking for Saskatchewan singers, dancers, bands and entertainers to audition for a chance to perform on Telemiracle 44 to be held March 7 and 8, 2020 in Regina, and broadcast live on CTV. “Audition weekend is such an exciting time for us. It’s our first big event of the Telemiracle season.” says Kinsmen Foundation Executive Director Richard Kies. “Between Saskatoon and Regina, our pro-

ducers watch well over 150 auditions. They then have the tough job of narrowing that down to those that will appear on Telemiracle.”

Talent and a passion for Telemiracle are the main criteria, but performers are also chosen to represent a wide variety of communities across Saskatchewan.

“We want our Saskatchewan Talent on the show to represent the fabric of the province,” says Jesse Shkuratoff, Chair of Telemiracle 44. “It’s amazing and humbling to see the quality of talent

in this province, and how generously people give to Telemiracle.”

Anyone interested in auditioning for Telemiracle must register in advance and can do so online at www.telemiracle.com or by calling the Kinsmen Telemiracle office at (306) 244-6400, extension 2.

The deadline to apply for auditions is Oct. 25. Apply early as there are a limited number of audition spots available. Auditions will be held in Regina on Oct. 27 and in Saskatoon on Nov. 2.

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Breast cancer: communicating with your treatment team matters There’s no right or wrong way to react to a breast cancer diagnosis. Once it’s time to begin treatment, however, effective and open communication between patients and their health care team is crucial. Patients who communicate well with their teams have been shown to deal with pain and treatment side effects better.

Be transparent While they may be experts in their respective fields, the members on your team can’t guess what your worries or questions are. Without your full disclosure they won’t be able to adapt their approach, adequately reassure you

or correctly inform you.

Don’t feel like the onus is exclusively on you, however. If a member of your team isn’t receptive to your concerns, bring it up with someone in charge.

Once treatment begins, be sure to share new information about your situation with your team.

Let them know if you’re having trouble getting around or even if you have upcoming travel plans or events to attend.

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Openly communicating with your health care team is an effective way to feel more in control of your treatment. It also allows you to build a trusting relationship with the professionals helping you, which is likely to reduce the stress and worry associated with your breast cancer treatment.

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New children’s and maternal hospital open Submitted Monday, as the first pediatric surgery and outpatient clinics opened, Saskatchewan Health Authority began its first full day of operations in the province’s new children’s and maternal hospital. After years of design, building, planning and preparation, patients are now settled in and the new Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital is officially open in Saskatoon.

“Our dedicated staff, nurses and physicians all worked together to ensure the big move to our beautiful new hospital yesterday was a success,” said Carrie Dornstauder, Executive Director of Maternal and Children’s Programs for Saskatchewan Health Authority. “It’s that staff collaboration, along with the assistance of our moving company, Health Care Relocations, and the cooperation of our patients and families throughout the day that meant we could make this move a positive experience for our patients and their families.”

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children’s emergency, pediatric and maternal services opened in the new hospital at 6 a.m. Sunday.

The first patient – a child needing emergency care entered the hospital at 6:10 a.m. The first new patient was admitted to JPCH at 7 a.m. that morning. The first new maternal patient arrived at JPCH at 8:45 a.m. Sept. 29.

The big patient move for Pediatric and Maternal services began at about 7:17 a.m. on Sept. 29 and was completed at 11:31 a.m. – three minutes ahead of schedule, despite additional patients being added along the way. All patients moved without incident.

In total, 112 maternal and child patients were moved from RUH to their new patient rooms inside JPCH. All adult emergency department patients were transferred to the new emergency room by 1:15 p.m.

“The opening of Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital marks a dream more than two decades in the making finally coming true,” said Brynn Boback-

Lane, President and CEO of Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation. “This historic milestone means the start of a new era of care for Saskatchewan families. Words cannot adequately express our heartfelt appreciation for the time and funds that made this possible; this project truly represents how Saskatchewan people come together. A new and exciting chapter has begun.”

Once the doors to the new children’s and maternal hospital opened, it didn’t take long for babies to begin arriving. The first baby born at JPCH was delivered at 2:32 p.m. As of this 11 a.m. Mondat, six babies have been born at JPCH. The last baby born at Royal University Hospital, which has provided maternal services for the province since 1955, arrived at 9:13 a.m. on Sunday.

“It’s exciting, to be moving into the new hospital and delivering care under our new model, which provides mothers and their newborns with a single room and a private space

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that can accommodate their specific care needs.

With that said, we are saying goodbye to more than 64 years of special care and special memories at RUH, which has served Saskatchewan moms and babies very well throughout that time,” says obstetrician Dr. Jocelyne Martel.

“We had a busy day, but everything went extremely

well in terms of transitioning from the former space to the new,” said Dr. Ron Siemens, interim provincial head of pediatrics, and a pediatric emergency physician. “I really feel the design, space and technology will benefit everyone in the city and in the province who need care now and in the years to come.”

While all inpatient services are available at JPCH

now, pediatric outpatient services will continue to ramp up over the course of the next few weeks and months in the new facility. Patients and families are advised to pay close attention to information provided in their appointment letters so they will know where they need to go for their outpatient appointments in upcoming months.

City to go ahead with FCM Green Municipal Fund application

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The City of North Battleford is moving forward with its application to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Green Municipal Fund.

A motion was passed in June authorizing the city to make the application. The motion last Monday was

for the city to engage EcoWest to prepare an application on behalf of the city.

Eco-West’s offer was to complete the Green Municipal Fund application for $5,000. While it was explained by Director of Finance Steve Brown city administration could prepare the application on its own, it was noted EcoWest had knowledge of the

program and the details needed, and also a relationship with FCM. The application process is described as intensive and Brown said he had seen consulting firms charge $15,000 to $20,000 for the same work.

According to Brown, the purpose is to obtain funding for a feasibility study to reduce CO2

greenhouse gasses at city facilities. The CUPlex and the wastewater treatment plant were two facilities identified that could benefit.

Also, Brown confirmed that Gas Tax funding to the city can be matched by funds from FCM to conduct the feasibility application, so it will not come out of the tax bill for 2020.

Brown added that Gas

Tax money would also be available for another application to FCM for more federal money to do the capital construction and retrofits.

The Gas Tax money is available until 2023, so there is time. Councillor Kent Lindgren, however, urged the city to move forward on the green efforts.

“I really hope we don’t lose the sense of urgency of getting this done,” Lind-

gren said. “I really feel this is a large sum of money that can really be put to good work in our city.”

Also part of the motion was for the city to apply for participation in FCM’s Partners for Climate Protection program. This is free to the City and provides information to municipalities on how to reduce greenhouse gases and act on climate change.

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United Way month in the Battlefords - 50 years

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

This year marks 50 years for the Battlefords United Way, and a number of events are planned for the month of October to raise money.

It began with a flagraising at City Hall Tuesday morning, Oct. 1, in which Deputy Mayor Kent Lindgren read the proclamation from Mayor Ryan Bater of the month of October as United Way month in North Battleford.

The event was attended by a large number of United Way volunteers and recipient agencies.

According to Sharon Mohagen of the Battlefords United Way, a number of events are planned for the month. Oct 3 is set for the United Way breakfast at the Dekker Centre, from 7 am to 8 am, as they celebrate 50 years of the United Way in the Battlefords.

Also planned for the month is Coffee on the Run Oct. 11 and Jersey Day on Oct. 25, where you donate $5 and wear your favorite

United Way month in the Battlefords began with a flag-raising at City Hall Tuesday morning, Oct. 1. Photos by John Cairns

team jersey in support of the United Way. Also coming up is a steak supper planned for the Blend in November,

and Mardi Gras is happening Feb. 8.

A business and residential blitz is also planned for the upcoming campaign.

Deputy Mayor Kent Lindgren read the proclamation.

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Terriers end North Stars win streak

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars saw their win streak to start 2019-20 come to an end Tuesday.

The Yorkton Terriers knocked off the North Stars 6-2 in Yorkton, handing the Battlefords its first loss of the campaign and stopping the North Stars winning streak at seven games.

On paper, it seemed like an easy matchup for the North Stars, facing a Terriers team that had won only one game going into Tuesday.

What’s more, the Terriers had been embroiled in the whole Greg Mulhall controversy that has rocked the league.

His 25-game SJHL suspension for running Melville goaltender Berk Berkeliev turned into a full-season ban, after incendiary remarks by him about running Berkeliev were posted on Facebook.

The Terriers promptly released Mulhall from the team.

The Terriers seemed like a squad happy to have closure to the Mulhall situation, as they capitalized early and often on the North Stars.

Chantz Petruic got the Terriers on the board first, with the assist from former North Star Ryan Granville.

But the North Stars tied it on a goal from Logan Spence with Hunter Rambow assisting.

Rylan Nivon gave the North Stars the 2-1 lead in period two, but after that it was five Terriers goals in a row.

Alec Zawatsky tied it and then Steven Norum (on the power play) gave the Terriers the lead through two period. Then in the third, Riley Egan gave the Terriers a 4-2 lead.

Ryan Ries gave the Terriers a 5-2 insurance goal midway through the third.

Petruic’s empty net goal with over two minutes left completed the scoring.

Despite a 45-28 advantage for the North Stars on the shot clock, it was not to be. Philippe Bond got the win in net for Yorkton; Parker Rey took the loss.

The North Stars had no time to rest, however, as they were scheduled to be right back on the ice in Melville Wednesday night.

Hot Start

The Battlefords North Stars had seen a hot start that continued in La Ronge on the weekend.

The La Ronge Ice

Wolves were swept by the North Stars by final scores of 4-1 on Friday and 4-3 on Saturday at Mel Hegland Uniplex.

Once again, it was an overwhelming offensive output that helped the North Stars to the wins.

The Stars fired 48 shots at the La Ronge net on Friday night and 50 on Saturday night.

With the Nipawin Hawks losing for the first time this season in a 6-2 defeat to Flin Flon, the North Stars now are on top of the SJHL standings; they also have a five-point lead over Humboldt in the Global Ag Risk Solutions Division. The North Stars’ lengthy road stretch continues Tuesday in Yorkton against the Terriers.

North Stars 4 La Ronge 1

While the scoreboard indicated otherwise, the Ice Wolves didn’t go down without a fight in this game. The home team scored first in the game, with Logan Holm scoring from Daylon Mannon and Kyle Ford at 4:51 of period one.

But the North Stars scored four unansweredgoals, starting midway in period two when Noah Form scored from Matthias Urbanski and

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In the third, the North Stars took the lead 13 seconds into the period with Urbanski scoring from Quintin Loon-Stewardson.

With Samson Mouland in the box for unsportsmanlike conduct, Quintin then got a power play goal at 2:37 of the period from Kaden Boser.

Austin Becker scored an empty net goal at the 18:54 mark with Rylan Nivon assisting to finish out the scoring.

Parker Rey got the win in net for the North Stars, stopping 32 of 33. The North Stars fired 48 shots at the Ice Wolves net; Ice Wolves goaltender Liam McGarva stopped 44 of 47.

North Stars 4 La Ronge 3

It was a similar story in the Saturday game as La Ronge once again faced a barrage of shots. The North Stars outshot the Ice Wolves 50-40, with Adam Dmyterko coming through

with a 37-save performance.

The North Stars opened the scoring with a power play goal from Elijah Loon-Stewardson, his first of the season, from Quintin Loon-Stewardson at 14:55 of period one.

Quintin extended the lead in the second period with his eighth of the season from Matthew Fletcher and Walter Somers.

Daylon Mannon then tied the game for La Ronge with two goals, one at the 8:20 mark from Kalem Hanlon and the second one shorthanded at 11:07.

Dyan Esau then restored the lead for the North Stars with a power play goal from Austin Becker, and Rylan Nivon scored what would prove to be the game winner at 16:47 from Kaden Boser.

Zach Bannister’s goal at the 2:38 mark of period three made things interesting, but the North Stars

held on for the 4-3 win to secure their seventh straight win of the season.

Quintin Loon-Stewardson Player of the Week

The dominating performance of the Battlefords North Stars’ forward Quintin LoonStewardson has earned him SJHL Player of the Week honours.

Loon-Stewardson put on an impressive display at the Showcase in Warman, with three goals in a 10-3 win over the Flin Flon Bombers last Tuesday.

He also had a goal and two assists on Friday and a goal and assist Saturday against the La Ronge Ice Wolves.

As of the end of the weekend, LoonStewardson had eight goals and four assists in seven games with the North Stars. The club had a 7-0 record going into Tuesday’s game with Yorkton.

Vikings rebound with win over Evan Hardy

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings rebounded from their previous week’s defeat to earn a win over Evan Hardy at Saskatoon Minor Football Field Friday.

The final score was 34-31. It was the Vikings’ closest result of the season after three lopsided contests, two of which had gone the Vikings’ way. The game in Saskatoon also

saw the Vikings mount a late comeback to win.

The Vikings went ahead 14-3 in the first quarter and 21-17 at the half, but trailed 31-27 through three periods. A fourth quarter touchdown solved the game.

On the stats sheet, Ty Jack had two touchdowns and Connor Neave, Jackson Geddes and Keltyn Lozowchuk each scored touchdowns as well.

It was the air attack that won the game for the Vikings. The Vikings had only 56 yards rushing, but

gained 218 yards passing on 13 completions.

Lozowchuk had three receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown, while Geddes had five for 80 yards. His touchdown came on a running play.

The longest pass play was from Neave to Lozowchuk for 37 yards.

The win puts the Vikings back in the win column with a record of 3-1 on the season. Next up is Marion Graham, who meet the Vikings in North Battleford Oct. 4.

Sharks season begins

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

This is the action from last Thursday as John Paul II Crusaders hosted Humboldt Mohawks in a rematch of their game the previous week. Unfortunately for the home team, it was the Mohawks who prevailed, this time by a 42-16 final score. The Crusaders now sit at 0-3 in nine-man conference 4. The Crusaders host Martensville Oct. 3. at home, with kickoff at 4 p.m. Photo by John Cairns

The season is under way for the Battlefords Sharks in female midget AAA hockey.

But it could have been better for the Sharks as they opened regular season play in Gull Lake against

the Swift Current Diamond Energy Wildcats. It was the Wildcats who prevailed 4-1.

Swift Current scored two in the first and two power play goals in the second to put the game out of reach.

Lacey Schneider got the only Sharks goal in the

third with Kyra Williamson assisting.

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The Sharks now look forward to their home opener Oct. 5 at Battleford Arena against Notre Dame.

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Is there a repeat Canalta Cup in the Stars? Where there is a will, there is a way

By Garnet W. Elmer The Battlefords North Stars are off to a blistering start to the 2019-20 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season. After losing a number of key members of last year’s squad, the club appears to have

done a terrific job in recruitment during the off season. There still appear to be areas of improvement, but it is early in the season. This version of the North Stars appears primed and ready for another challenge and a journey towards a Canalta Cup

Championship emblematic of SJHL supremacy.

This season has the club playing the majority of their initial games on the road, in stark contrast to the schedule last year when, after the New Year, they had relatively few home Continued on Page 22

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Tough start for AAA Stars

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The AAA midget Battlefords Stars are off to a 0-4 start, losing all of their contests on the road. But the games were close, with two of the games going to shootouts.

The team hopes to turn it around this weekend at the North Battleford Civic Centre against the Yorkton Secon Maulers in their first two home games of the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League season.

The Stars began their campaign Sept. 21 at the Art Hauser Centre in Prince Albert, with the Prince Albert Mintos winning 5-4 in a shootout. The Stars took a 2-1 lead on goals from Vaughn Watterodt and Mason Bueckert, but Prince

Albert scored two to take a 3-2 lead though one. The Stars scored two more from Jake Southgate from Carson Dobson in the second before the Mintos tied it. In the shootout, Dawson Springer beat the Stars’ Jackson Fellner to win the game.

Last Wednesday, at the Rod Hamm Memorial Arena in Saskatoon against the Saskatoon Blazers, it was the home Blazers who prevailed, 4-1. The lone Stars goal came from Southgate for his third goal of the season.

The weekend before last saw the Stars head to Warman for the Showcase, with games against Swift Current Legionnaires and Notre Dame Hounds.

Against the Legionnaires Saturday, the Stars took a 2-0 lead with goals

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Cheer Canada is the recognized National Sport Organization for the sport of cheerleading in Canada. Provincial Cheerleading Associations now have the unifying influence of a national governing body. The 2019-2020 season will be different in the way that athletes are selected for Team Canada at the ICU World Championships.

Athletes must be 17 years or older by Dec. 31, 2020, to be eligible for the International Cheer Union competition. Tryouts for ICU will take place across Canada starting on Oct. 12, in Saskatoon.

For younger athletes, ages 14+, Cheer Canada has a brand new program.

The Team Canada Academy Program is a longterm development stream designed to identify and

from Colby Ralston in the first period and Mason Bueckert in the second.

But Swift Current got five unanswered to win the game 5-2.

Against the Hounds Sunday, the Stars’ only goal came from Carson Dobson in the third priod from Colby Ralston and Ethan Grabowski to tie the game at 1-1. Fellner stopped 40 of 41 shots in net to force the game into a shootout.

But the AAA Stars ran short of luck, as Kevin Anderson and Jhett Larson each scored shootout goals to win the game 2-1.

Now the Stars prepare for their first home games at the Civic Centre. Game times against Yorkton are 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. Sunday.

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Elite athletes selected for the academy will participate in intensive training at the Academy Development Camp. The steering committee envisions that these athletes will also bring the highlevel skills back to their home gyms which will enhance the sport at a grassroots level as well.

Academy athletes will be able to be leaders in their communities, serving as role models for young

athletes in the sport.

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Team Canada coaching staff will be leading all 11 tryouts across Canada to identify athletes they wish to register in the Roster Identification Camp. All costs will be covered for athletes selected to attend the Roster Identification Camp. The 2019-2020 camp will be held in London, Ont. The 2020-2021 camp will be hosted in Calgary, Alta.

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The superintendent of student services at Living Sky School Division has received a prestigious provincial honor.

Nancy Schultz was selected as the 2019 Saskatchewan Caring Leadership Award recipient. According to the organization’s website, the Caring Awards are designed to celebrate mental health heroes in Saskatchewan whose leadership has raised awareness and provided interventions for vulnerable people in their communities, in the province, country or internationally.

According to the nomination papers submitted to the selection committee, nominators pointed to Schultz’s humility and her humanity.

They outlined her leadership in helping create a community care team called the Battlefords Better Together Team, a team of core community leaders dedicated to improving mental health outcomes. That effort came together after a period of time in North Battleford in which eight lives were lost to suicide over the span of seven weeks, five of whom were students under age 22.

Schultz also established the Battlefords Better Together Running Team, a group of leaders who gather teams of runners that compete in 5K, 10K and half-marathon events.

Schultz also was involved in the Mental Health Capacity Building pilot project that was introduced and brought to North Battleford Comprehensive High School and participates as a core team leader in Planet Youth.

All those nominated were respected business and professional community leaders. The awards were presented Sept. 21 at an event featuring Kevin Garinger, the former Humboldt Broncos president.

Nancy Schultz receives a Caring Leadership Award from Deputy Minister of Education Rob Currie. Photo submitted

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OBITUARIES DEMKIW: In Loving Memory of Bohdan (Robert) Demkiw born, April 10, 1937 at Hudson Bay Junction, SK., passed away September 14, 2019 in Saskatoon, SK. Survived by his son, Don (Susan) Demkiw; grandchildren: Sheldon (Amanda) Demkiw, Chantelle Hanson (Chris), Alana Demkiw, Dawn Demkiw, Branden Demkiw, Trina Woodcock (Bugsy) and Chandel Thiemann (Lyle); numerous greatgrandchildren; his mother, Katie Bassaraba; brothers: John (Connie) Demkiw and Eugene (Angie) Demkiw; sister, Olga (Stan) Saramaga; daughter-in-law, Mina Demkiw; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his first wife, Donna; second wife, Marie; father, Walter; daughter, Karen; son, Russel and sister, Jeannie. Service Of Thanksgiving was held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at St. George’s Anglican Church, Battleford, SK. with Rev. Gordon Yarde, Celebrant. Eulogy was given by John Demkiw, Eugene Demkiw and Olga Saramaga. Music Ministry: Pianist - Sarah Whitbread; Processional - Go Rest High On That Mountain; Soloist - Robert MacKay - Amazing Grace; Recessional - Don’t Cry For Me. Honorary Pallbearers were Grandchildren: Sheldon Demkiw, Chantelle Hanson, Alana Demkiw, Dawn Demkiw, Branden Demkiw, Trina Woodcock and Chandel Thiemann. Urn Bearer was Don Demkiw. Memorials are requested to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Box 26331 Stn Brm B, Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1. Interment took place at Town of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

ARCHIBALD: In loving memory of Lucille “Lucy” Denise Archibald, born December 17,1952, at Pembroke,Ontario, passed away September 12,2019 at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. She is survived by her loving husband Blair, her son Chris Mackay of Collingwood, Ont., her grandsons Cameron and Caleb Mackay, her sister Mary-Jane Blais, her Aunt Jeanne Trahan(godmother), her Uncle Romeo(Laura) Chaput(Godfather) & Aunt Antoinette(Milton) Labelle, of Pembroke, Ontario. Predeceased by her parents Loretta & Edouard Lauzon; infant son Jean-Guy Mackay; brothers Cyril, Bernard, Royal, Jean-Guy, and Denis Lauzon, and many aunts and uncles. In her adult work life she had many positions as a personal caregiver for pre-school children, usually combined with housekeeping duties. She also held housekeeping jobs at hotels in Kingston, Ottawa, and North Battleford. She met Blair in the fall of 2004 while they were both doing volunteer work at the Battlefords Union Hospital. They married in 2005 at Victoria B.C. Besides being a loving, caring, and supportive wife, she worked with the Carousel Bingo’s food services and as the janitor for the NBCK Band Hall. She also was a Pallatiative Care spiritual volunteer at the hospital and a pastor’s assistant at Zion Lutheran Church. She loved having pet dogs; growing outside flowers at places she lived; cooking, especially French dishes; reading mystery novels; playing cards, bingo, and Scrabble; bird watching. Lucy was very proud of her Francophone heritage, keeping a promise to her mother to keep speaking French. A memorial service for Lucy was held at St.Paul’s Anglican Church, North Battleford on September 19, 2019 with Rev. Trevor Malyon presiding. Music ministry was provided by organist & pianist Kathy Watson with the Anglican Church choir; Flugelhorn solo by Jack Tatchell. The family wishes to thank everyone who offered cards, flowers, food and other expressions of sympathy. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, 1738 Quebec Ave., Saskatoon, Sask. S7K 1V9 or to The Battlefords Humane Society, 751 - 114th St., North Battleford, Sask. S9A 2M7. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Martens Warman Funeral Home, Warman, Sask. __________________________________________________

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KULYK: Mr. Allen Kulyk resident of Hafford, SK passed away at the Royal University Hospital at the age of 69 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, September 20, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Western Development Museum with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at the Town of Battleford Cemetery.

Left to cherish his precious memory: Wife: Hazel Kulyk Siblings: Lorne Kulyk-Chuck (Paula) Zadko, Paige Zadko, Brandon, Keagan, Casandra Horrell; Glenn (Pam) Kulyk; Children: Claudette (Paul) Lacey, Jim Ruda; Grandchildren: Christine (Dallas) Hanson, David Lacey, Micheal Ruda, Tammara Ruda (Mitch Blair); Great-grandchildren: Piper & Joey Hanson, Hayden & Xavier Blair Along with Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & Cousins; Allen’s family that are now reunited in the heavens above: Parents: Joe & Jean Kulyk; Children: Jason Ruda; Grandparents: Thomas & Olena Kulyk, John & Anne Luchkiw. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Allan Kulyk may be directed to Wounded Warriors Canada #1900 – 1500 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC V6G 2Z6 or Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, SK S4P 2R3 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.

GURAN: In Loving Memory of Mary Ann Guran (Remeshylo), born April 7, 1945 at North Battleford, SK., passed away September 6, 2019 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory are her brother David & his wife Natalie; nieces Rae Ann Remeshylo and her husband Brian Barclay and their daughters Brianna & Madalin; Debra Remeshylo and her husband Tim Lindsay; her dear friend Wilbert Lamb; numerous cousins and close friends.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Anne Remeshylo and her faithful canine companion Buffy. Service Of Thanksgiving was held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Battleford United Church, Battleford, SK with Rev. Dexter van Dyke officiating. Eulogy was given by Rae Ann Remeshylo Barclay and Debra Remeshylo. Shared Memories were given by Gordon Hildebrand. Music Ministry: Pianist - In the Bulb There is a Flower - Ilene Wettergreen; CD Selections: Amazing Grace Elvis Presley & Old Rugged Cross - Alan Jackson. Honorary Pallbearers were Dennis Remeshylo, Randy Anthofer, Homer Corbeil, Tim Lindsay, Brian Barclay and Gordon Hildebrand.

Memorials are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8, Wheelchair Sports, 510 Cynthia Street, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7K7 or to STARS , 570-1141 Aviation PK NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9Z9. Interment was at Garden of Christus - Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

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Valerie Joan Antill Feb. 26, 1949 – Sept. 11, 2019 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Valerie Joan Antill (nee Wiebe). She passed peacefully after a lengthy illness, with family at her side, in North Battleford, at the age of 70. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Harder, her parents, Henry & Margaret Wiebe, and her brother, Larry Wiebe. She leaves behind her sons, Terry Antill & Steven Boyle, as well as 7 siblings and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private family interment was held on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at the City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

KLAASSEN: Mr. Dana Klaassen resident of Battleford, SK passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at the age of 36 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre with Joyce Salie officiating.

Interment followed at the Mayfair Cemetery. Dana is survived by his sons Aydan & Ben; parents Chuck & Marilyn; brother Wayne (Shantel); wife Tasha; stepchildren Ashton & Katelynn; numerous aunts, uncles & cousins. He is predeceased by his grandparents Ruth & Charles Klaassen, and Glen & Doris Johnson. Memorial donations in memory of Dana may be directed to the Battlefords Humane Society Po Box 645 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y7 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.

SHARPE: Sylvia Antonia

May 20, 1929 - August 27, 2019 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Sylvia Sharpe, our treasured Mother and Grandmother. Born Sylvia Antonia Charabin on May 20th 1929 in North Battleford, Sylvia passed away quietly in her sleep on August 27, 2019 at her residence at the Sunnyside Care Centre home in Saskatoon. Sylvia is survived by her children David (Leona) Sharpe, LeeAnn Sharpe, and her grandchildren Amanda (Mike) Haywood, Kari (Cameron) Doig, Samantha Sharpe-Phillips and Austin Sharpe-Phillips, and several nieces and nephews.

Sylvia was predeceased by her husband Stanley Sharpe, her parents Fred and Pauline Charabin, as well as her brothers Ken (Dorothy) Charabin, Walter Charabin and her sister Nel (Bob) Bouey. Sylvia attended the convent during her school years in North Battleford. From there she went on to receive her psychiatric nursing degree and worked at North Battleford’s Mental Hospital from 1947 to 1951. In 1951 she married her lifelong love, Stanley Sharpe on October 20th, and moved to homestead on their farm outside of North Battleford. Sylvia and Stanley were active members of the dance club for many years. She and Stanley were avid bridge players, and were part of many clubs throughout their years together. They both enjoyed travelling and spending their retirement years in California as snowbirds. Sylvia always felt a close connection to family, and enjoyed many family gatherings and special occasions at their cherished cottage on Pelican Point. She will be remembered for her smile, laughter and sense of humor. A gathering of family and friends will be held in the summer of 2020 at her cottage at Pelican Point. Sylvia will be buried alongside her beloved husband Stanley, where they shall rest in eternal peace side by side at North Battleford City Cemetery. __________________________________________________________

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Regional News-Optimist SCHMIDT: Anton Paul (Tony) Schmidt, born July 9, 1932 in the Macklin district, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 in North Battleford, SK. Tony is survived by his wife of 62 Ω years Sally (Davies), his sons Leonard and Leon (Carey), his daughter Lea and granddaughters Kaley & Jesse, and grandson Jared.

Also left to remember Tony are his siblings Gus (Helga) Schmidt, Mary (Horace) Mazurek, Betty Robertson, Paul (Millie) Schmidt, Minard Schmidt, John (Barbara) Schmidt, sisters-in-law Shirley Schmidt, Sandy Schmidt & Susan Schmidt as well as in-laws Peggy Donison, Stan (Helen) Davies, Dorothy Davies, Bev Bailey, Sharon (Edward) Heilman, and numerous nieces and nephews. Tony is predeceased by his daughter Leona Schmidt, parents Simon & Veronica (Wack) Schmidt, siblings Margaret, Valentine, Ann (Nix) Ste Marie, George, Joe, Rose (Clem) Moser and Ralph, and brother-in-law Tom Robertson, as well as in-laws Roy Donison, Dave Davies, Bud Bailey, Patty Davies and nephews Gary Ste Marie & Marvin Robertson.Tony was the fourth child in a family of fourteen; in 1935 his family moved north, finally settling in the Fairholme area just south of Turtle Lake. When his Dad went partially blind Tony had to learn to drive. He was fourteen years old, and so short he couldn’t reach the clutch on the 1941 Chev one ton truck, so he shifted gears by revving up the motor. When he took his driver’s test, the officer asked him to teach him how to do that! Tony worked on threshing crews around the district, cut cord wood with his sister in the winter, helped milk the cows so they could ship cream, and cut blocks of ice on Turtle Lake to keep the ice house cold in summer. In 1951, he left home to work in the Cloan district, for Walter Gendall, who farmed the land that the “Big Rock” was on. Tony would sit on the rock to eat his lunch. He met his future bride Sally while working there, and January 31, 1957 they were married in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. Their honeymoon was a one night stay in a sleazy hotel room, as the “elite” hotel wouldn’t sell them a celebration drink, as Sally was too young.

Tony worked in lumber camps for that first winter and they returned to Saskatchewan in the spring, where he got a job as “second man” at the Pool elevator in Rockhaven under Joe Rymal. They welcomed their first son, Leonard, during this time.

When that job was terminated, they moved to Cut Knife where he worked at Wetlaufer’s Garage as a mechanic. Then their first daughter, Leona, came along. Tony then started tech school in Saskatoon & Moose Jaw, obtaining his journeyman’s mechanics license in 1963. After moving to North Battleford he drove truck for Lister’s Transport before joining the staff at Victory Motors.

Their second son, Leon, was born in 1964. In 1967 he bought into Risling’s Royalite service station, operating for three years.

During this time Tony & Sally bought a cabin & boat at Cochin Beach, enjoying fishing, water skiing, etc. In 1970 Royalite Oil sold out to Gulf Oil and changed operators at the Royalite, so Tony moved across the highway and rented the Shell station, operating as “Tony’s Shell Service” for four years. During the years at both service stations, Sally worked alongside Tony.

When Shell Oil sold the service station, Tony bought Sally’s Mom & Dad’s family farm in the Rockhaven area, where they’ve farmed for 46 years. In 1979 Tony & Sally went on their honeymoon to B.C. and along the way became pregnant with their second daughter, Lea. They said they forgot what caused it! Tony liked hunting, he was in on many moose hunts at Moose Country Service, and in his younger years could shoot with great accuracy. He enjoyed doing his own mechanic work, and liked improvising specialized tools to help make the job easier, he was always tinkering away at something! Tony really enjoyed telling his stories (sometimes more than once), curling, golfing and planting & harvesting his crops. In the 1980’s Tony played slow pitch on the Drummond Creek team with his children Leonard, Leona & Leon. In the 1990’s he welcomed the addition of 3 grandchildren, Kaley, Jesse and Jared. He spent hours walking fussy babies and has made them laugh for years. Tony truly enjoyed attending all his granddaughters’ fastball & grandson’s baseball & hockey games. In later years he enjoyed going for a drive, and kept himself busy hauling grain, baling, rock picking and harrowing. Tony loved his animals, often regaling anyone who would listen with stories of every horse & dog he ever had. Tony & Sally celebrated their 62nd Anniversary last January, and Tony’s 87th birthday this July with his favourite meal: hot dogs. Tony was good at everything he did, and was out-standing in his field . . . a lot! Tony was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and uncle and it was with grace and honour that he filled all those roles. Tony was a good man, a kind man with a gentle soul. He was also a patient and very stubborn man as well. He will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him. Family & friends celebrated Tony’s life on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at St. Vital Roman Catholic Church in Battleford. Interment took place at the Town of Battleford Cemetery following the service. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

Card of Thanks Sincere thanks to the Battlefords Union Hospital staff for the care they provided in his last days, and Dr. Holtzhausen & staff for Tony’s general care. Thank you to everyone who gave us rides, food, flowers, cards, hugs and prayers. Thanks to our awesome neighbors for handling our crops. Thank you to Bob MacKay and the staff at Battlefords Funeral Service & Eternal Memories, Father Sebastian Kunnath, the staff at St. Vital Church, Joan Harrison & the Choir, the CWL for preparing the lunch and all who participated in the service. Special thanks to Leonard & Lea for the exceptional care they gave their Dad at home, without their help & organization things would have been different.

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Women’s Group - Wheel Of Life 7 pm Learning how to create balance in all areas of our lives. Fully Guided. Register with BASAC office at 306-445-0055. Free of Charge. 1211-98th Ave. North Battleford

Tuesday October 8, 2019

SeniorsFun Day 2:00 - 4:00 pm at St. Jodseph Hall, 1942-98th Street, North Battleford. Bingo, coffee and entertainment by the “Old Timers”

Wednesday October 9, 2019

Time for Tots 10:45 (30 minutes) For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Thursday October 10, 2019

Friday October 4

Salsa Social Club. North Battleford Legion (upstairs) 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm $2/ person Salsa lesson to start, social to follow.

Friday October 4, 2019

This section is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call NewsOptimist 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.

Tales and More, North Battleford Library 10:45 am. (45 minutes) Enjoy thematic storytimes by STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math) activities. Ages. 4-8.

Salsa Social Club. Diablos Mexican Restaurant (old Miami Tanning building) 8:00 pm - 12 am $2/ person Salsa lesson to start, social to follow.

Saturday October 5, 2019

Poetry Club North Battleford Library 2:00 pm (1 hour) We’re starting a poetry club at the library! Come and share your poems with fellow writers. We will work together to crate a safe space for all writers to feel welcome to share, with positive feedback.

Ages 13+.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499

Pursuant to Section 129 of the Municipalities Act, the Council of the R.M. of Mervin No. 499 has received a petition to hold a Public Meeting for the purpose of discussing the following items: a) Support responsible development of municipal properties; b) Create an affordable and enjoyable community The Public Meeting will take place on October 9th, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Mervin Hope Hall in the Village of Mervin.

If you require additional information please contact the R.M. of Mervin Municipal Office at 306-845-2045.

This public notice is provided in accordance with Bylaw No. 2005-17, a Bylaw of the R.M. of Mervin No. 499 to Provide Public Notice.

RESORT  VILLAGE  OF  COCHIN Public  Notice Â

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Form H [Section 66 of the Local Government Election Act, 2015]

Notice of Call for Nominations Municipal Election

Integrity Post Frame Buildings

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office of:

SINCE 2008

Councillor: Town of St. Walburg Number to be Elected: Two (2) Will be received by the undersigned on the 16th day of October 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Town Office, #134 Main Street, St. Walburg and during regular business hours on October 1st to October 15th at the Town Office, #134 Main Street, St. Walburg.

Nomination forms may be obtained at the following location: Town Office, #134 Main Street, St. Walburg.

Dated this 28th day of September 2019.

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Public  Notice  is  hereby  given  that  the  Council  of  the  Resort  Village  of  Cochin  intends  to  adopt  a  bylaw  under  The  Planning  and  Development  Act,  2007,  a  bylaw  to  amend  Bylaw  No.  9-­89  known  as  the  Zoning  Bylaw.

INTENT:  The  principal  intent  of  the  proposed  amendment  is  to  allow  and  regulate  the  temporary  use  of  certain  types  of  trailer  homes/RVs  on  residential  lots  for  up  to  two  years  prior  to  the  completion  of  a  permanent  dwelling.  Placement  would  be  at  the  discretion  of  Council,  contingent  upon  the  establishment  of  a  permanent  residence.  Content  to  evaluate  and  regulate  all  aspects  of  the  temporary  '% )"' "$ ! * -! & "!% " â&#x20AC;&#x153;trailer  homeâ&#x20AC;?,  buildingâ&#x20AC;?,  mobile  homeâ&#x20AC;?,  and  â&#x20AC;&#x153;trailer  " , ) "$ " - &" #% $ ' & & #$"#"% '% # $ & * & -! & "! " +%&$' &'$ , would  be  added  to  the  zoning  bylaw;Íž  and  docks,  boat  launches  and  marinas,  would  be  removed  as  permitted  uses  within  the  UH  -­  Urban  Holdings  District.

AFFECTED  LAND:  All  lands  within  the  R1  and  R2  % !& %&$ &% )"' / & * #$"#"% inclusion  of  trailer  homes/RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s  as  a  discretionary  '% ! !&% &" & -! & "!% )"' "$ $" * / & ! % ! & %"$& ! % ! & %&$ & )"' / & * & $ "( of  docks,  boat  launches,  marinas,  as  a  permitted  use.

REASON:  The  reason  for  the  proposed  amendment  is  to  allow  landowners  to  place  certain  forms  of  trailer  homes/RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s  on  their  lot  temporarily  during  the  construction  of  an  approved  permanent  residence.  Regulation  of  this  would  give  the  Resort  Village  the  ability  to  allow  the  temporary  use  and  control  it  as  appropriate.  The  separate  housekeeping  items  would  be  added  for  clarity.

PUBLIC  INSPECTION:  Any  person  may  inspect  the  * ) ! # & & %"$& 0 &) ! the  hours  of  9:00  a.m.  and  4:00  p.m.  Tuesday  through  Thursday.  Copies  will  be  available  to  the  public  at  a  cost  or  by  emailing  cochinadmin@sasktel.net  and  % ! "$ "#* "0 ! %" $ & (306)  386-­2333.

PUBLIC  HEARING:  Council  will  hold  a  public  hearing  at  6  P.M.  on  October  8,  2019,  to  hear  any  person  or  group  that  wants  to  comment  on  the  proposed  bylaw.  Council  will  also  consider  written  comments  received  on  or  before  October  4,  2019,  by  the  undersigned  at  & %"$& "0 * $ "#* "$ "$ & $ ! %"$& "0 % " & &

) * "$& " !

Issued  by  the  Resort  Village  of  Cochin  this  September  18,  2019.

Amber  Loeppky Municipal  Administrator

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LAND / PASTURE FOR RENT

LAND FOR RENT RM of Round Hill #467

Land Location Cultivated Acres 2019 Crop

SW12-47-15w3 156 CANOLA SE12-47-15w3 148 CANOLA NE36-46-15w3 143 CANOLA NE34-46-14w3 72 LENTILS SE34-46-14w3 127 LENTILS NW35-46-14w3 139 CANOLA NE35-46-14w3 94 CANOLA SW14-46-14w3 80 WHEAT SE14-46-14w3 100 WHEAT NW11-46-14w3 115 CANOLA EAST ½ 17-46-14w3 141 CANOLA Land is available for the 2020 Crop Year Tenders Close October 20, 2019 For more information please contact: LARRY - CELL: 306-441-6710 HOME: 306-445-9630 TENDERS

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Liquor Permit Advertising Form

(Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997)

Notice is hereby given that Red Setter Holdings Inc. has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Tavern permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as Sharkey's Billiards at 102 1191 101st St in North Battleford SK, S9A 0Z5.

Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice.

Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address, and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds, and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious or competition-based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing.

Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 REGINA SK S4P 3M3

FOR SALE - MISCELLANEOUS

Two (2) parcels of farmland are being offered for sale by Tender, subject to present non-financial encumbrances and restrictions (if any) as per existing Certificates of Title, for:FIRST:- NW Sec 26 Twp 49 Rge 25 W. 3rd Mer., Extension 0 as described on Certificate of Title 88B02124 - located in the R.M. of Wilton #472 - Approximately 149 acres total with 130 acres cultivated and 19 acres of ravine with water running to gully.

- 100 acres seeded to canola and 30 acres seeded to wheat in 2019.

- Surface Lease revenue $8,640.00 per year (2 Husky wells and 1 Rife well) - 2019 Property Taxes $1,110.50.

SECOND:- SW Sec 26 Twp 49 Rge 25 W. 3rd Mer., Extension 8 as described on Certificate of Title 93B03860, description 8 - located in the R.M. of Wilton #472 - Approximately 80 acres total with 70 acres cultivated and 10 acres of ravine to gully.

- 70 acres seeded to wheat in 2019.

- Beautiful view of Gully.

- Surface Lease revenue $2,800.00 per year (1 Rife well) - 2019 Property Taxes $512.70.

This land is located on Highway 303.

From Lloydminster, Saskatchewan it is 27 kilometres East on Highway 303. From the Junction of Highway 303 and Highway 21 it is located 18 kilometres West on Highway 303.

Tenders may be submitted for one or both parcels, and Tender Bids MUST SPECIFY a Price Allocation per parcel. The purchase price submitted shall be subject to GST, if applicable, and the balance of the purchase price is to be paid on or before November 29, 2019 being the closing date. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his/her tender, the deposit will be forfeited.

The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Deposits of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them. There will be no adjustments for surface lease income received in 2019.

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The following lands shall be sold by tender all located in RM of Senlac: 1. NW Sec 33 Twp 41 Rge 26 W3 Assessment $76,000 120 acres cultivated grass 38 acres waste slough bush Dugout year-round water, gas well removed, had been farmed 2. NW Sec 28 Twp 41 Rge 26 W3 Assessment $56,400 152 acres Pasture Buildings, Sloughs throughout, all grass, power, phone lines, wellsite 3. Ptn. SE 33-41-26-3 Assessment $60,200 67 acres cultivated grass 78 acres pasture 5 acres waste slough bush 4. SW 33-41-26-3 Assessment $54,000 47 acres cultivated grass 112 acres pasture 5. NW 4-42-26-3 Assessment $59,800 92 acres pasture 20 acres native grass 47 acres cultivated grass Adjacent to creek Assessed Value based on Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency as of September 12, 2019 Conditions of Sale: 1. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted; 2. Successful bidder to provide a 10% non-refundable deposit by certified cheque, money order, bank draft, or solicitor's trust cheque within 5 days of notice of bid acceptance.

3. Seller would like to sell in two parcels with parcels 1 to 4 as Parcel A and parcel 5 as Parcel B. Purchaser can bid on individual parcels or Parcel A or Parcel B or both Parcels A and B. 4. Possession January 15, 2020.

ALL TENDERS to be submitted on or before NOON on November 15, 2019 in sealed envelopes marked "Lysgaard Land Tenders" addressed to: Riou Law Office P.O. Box 1900, 210 Main Street Unity, SK S0K 4L0 Phone: (306) 228-3778 For additional information call Dennis Lane at 306-823-4369 or 306-823-3618.

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For further particulars and details phone Brenda Coolidge 306-821-0360 or Kimberly Glover at 780-808-3408 (PHONE CALLS ONLY - NO TEXT MESSAGES).

Tenders to be submitted in sealed envelope marked "TENDERS – FORREST ROBERT NAPPER ESTATE - File # AJF: 41,776-000” to be accompanied by certified cheque or bank draft payable to "Fox Wakefield, In Trust" for 10% of total amount of tender price.

Tenders will close at 12:00 Noon on Friday, November 1, 2019, and Tenders will be received by:-

MS. A.J. FOX of FOX WAKEFIELD P.O. Box 500, 5016 - 48th Street LLOYDMINSTER, Sask-Alta., S9V 0Y6.

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TAX ENFORCEMENT

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN NO. 499 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under the Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 15th of December 2019, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount as prescribed in the regulations, is included in the amount shown against each parcel (Section 4(3) Tax Enforcement Act).

Blk

Plan Total Advertising Grand Meridian Arrears costs Total

Part of Section

NE NW SW PCL A Plan 101531562 Ext.67

NW SW NW SW PT SW PCL C PLAN 102148668 NW PCL B Plan 101261685 PCL B Plan 101966227 NW NE NW PT PCL Q Plan 101550383 Ext.1 PCL A Plan 101568955 Ext.23 PCL A Plan 90B01170 SE SW SE SW NW PCL A Plan 102164105 Block 24 Plan 102094567 SW PT Turtle Lake: Horseshoe Bay: Sunset View:

Evergreen Acres: Bright Sand Lake: Crystal Bay/ Sunset: Evergreen Beach:

Sandy Point: Livelong:

Spruce Lake:

Sec

Twp

Rge

2 2 2

52 52 52

21 21 21

3 3 3

NE PT 12-52-21-W3 13 13 19 29 30 SW PT 30-54-19-W3 31 SE PT 26-53-19-W3 NW PT 27-53-19-W3 32 10 10

53 53 51 53 54

1,472.37 760.77 1,215.25

218.33

5.38

223.71

211.89 383.32 1,402.17 101.72 1,736.41

5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38

217.27 388.70 1,407.55 107.10 1,741.79

1,610.36

5.38

1,615.74

5.38

224.16

5.38

1,800.12

1,100.43

5.38

1,105.81

301.74 798.29 213.83

5.38 5.38 5.38

307.12 803.67 219.21

SE PT 01-50-19-W3

946.90

5.38

952.28

NW PT 30-51-19-W3

733.96

5.38

739.34

1,082.18

5.38

1,087.56

808.79 318.07 400.89 440.04 540.98

5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38

814.17 323.45 406.27 445.42 546.36

530.02

5.38

535.40

51 51 52 52 51

53

19 19 19

19 19 19 19 19

20

3

5.38 5.38 5.38

218.78

53 54 54

19

3 3 3 3 3

1,466.99 755.39 1,209.87

1,794.74

SE PT 29-50-20-W3 32 32 4 4 29 SE PT 12-54-19-W3 SW PT 2-53-19-W3 20

54

20 20 19 20 19

3 3 3

3 3 3 3 3

3

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Assistant Administrator R.M. of Meota No. 468

Description of Property Lot

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799.88

5.38

805.26

2,307.13

5.38

2,312.51

14

1 87B10655

2,985.44

5.38

2,990.82

46 PCL 7 2

5 LJ 2 9

102220614 101964203 61B06441 61B06441

5,400.49 1,272.66 1,983.46 2,071.48

5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38

5,405.87 1,278.04 1,988.84 2,076.86

14

2

81B11502

3,252.34

5.38

3,257.72

14

5

60B05882

659.08

5.38

664.46

11

2

79B17420

743.27

5.38

748.65

4 10 14 1-2 6-7 4 8 9 10 12 1-3 13 3 4 5 10 11 15

3 81B03986 9 102010206 3 101962379 1 AF4248 1 AF4248 2 AF4248 2 AF4248 3 BK4845 3 BK4845 4 BT2641 1 Y727 1 Y727 2 Y727 2 Y727 2 Y727 4 Y727 4 Y727 4 Y727

713.21 612.29 1,200.72 482.97 718.95 865.17 584.26 529.64 1,918.81 1,235.08 478.03 1,524.94 816.85 475.70 475.70 642.74 476.52 654.00

5.38 5.38 5.38 5.83 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38 5.38

718.59 617.67 1,206.10 488.35 724.33 870.55 589.64 535.02 1,924.19 1,240.46 483.41 1,530.32 822.23 481.08 481.08 648.12 481.90 659.38

Dated this 3rd day of October, 2019, at Turtleford Saskatchewan L. Ryan Domotor, Chief Administrative Officer

The R.M. of Meota No. 468 invites applications from qualified persons for the position of Assistant Administrator. The R.M. of Meota No. 468 is a progressive municipality located in northwest Saskatchewan and includes a large agricultural base, 12 Organized Hamlets on Jackfish and Murray Lakes and relatively recent commercial developments focused in the energy sector. The municipal office is located in the Village of Meota situated on Jackfish Lake, 37 kms northwest of North Battleford.

The preferred candidate will have experience in municipal administration, bylaw development and land use planning and will possess management, interpersonal, communication and organization skills. Our candidate will work closely with the Administrative team to develop bylaws, policies and apply best practices in the general management and operation of the municipality and will work closely with ratepayers, staff and stakeholders in a respectful and mutually beneficial relationship.

The preferred candidate will possess a minimum Class “C” certificate. Experience with Munisoft software is an asset and is preferred. The RM of Meota may consider applicants who do not currently possess a Class C certificate but who are currently enrolled in or eligible to enroll in the Local Government Administration Program through the University of Regina.

The R.M. of Meota No. 468 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

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Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter, copy of certificate(s) and a resume. These must include education, experience, certification held, expected salary and current references.

Application for this position will be received until the position is filled.

Please forward your application package to: Assistant Administrator Position c/o Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) R.M. of Meota Box 80 Meota, SK. S0M 1X0 EMAIL: cao@rmmeota468.ca We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Reporting to the General Manager, some responsibilities of the Office Manager will include: • promotion and development of policy and procedures; • ensuring all Credit Union activities are compliant with relevant legislation, regulations, and risk management; • training and supervising new and existing front end staff; • managing an effective member interaction experience; and •working with the management team to grow the organization.

Relevant post-secondary education and work experience are required. Competition closes October 18, 2019.

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The North Stars lost a number of long-time members of the club at the end of last season. Cody Spagrud, Owen Lamb, and Macgregor Sinclair all graduated and have moved on to an academic career where they will also be able to, hopefully, play the game they love. It was especially gratifying to see Spagrud land a spot with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Coach Dave Adolph has dipped in to the North Stars pool the past two seasons scooping up Layne Young and Kendall Fransoo, in addition to Spagrud, all who had been leaders on their SJHL club.

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class, moved on to Augustana College in the Alberta Collegiate Athletic Conference. Sinclair took his talents to Cannisius College in the United States, while Braydon Buziak will be attending York University in Ontario. Chad Duran and Ryan Gil moved back to the United States and will be attending at Grand Canyon University. We wish all of them well as they pursue their academic endeavors.

The SJHL does a fine job in promoting post-secondary schooling for their players.

There is much to life after a relatively very short time playing the game they love.

The club also lost Joel Gryzbowski, our stellar goaler from the last number of seasons. He decided to forego his last year of eligibility to begin studies at the University of Saskatchewan.

It was disappointing, but refreshing, to see a young lad make a decision based on what he thought was best for his future. After having won an SJHL championship last season, there was no better time to advance into the next phase of his life. At the same time, we also lost another Gryzbowski from the confines of the Civic Centre. Joel’s father, Greg, took a position with the Weyburn Red Wings where he works closely with their general manager/coach, Rich Pilon.

Other graduating players were Regan Doig and Dayton Heino. Other players who did not return were Garrett Johnson and Tanner Scott. Ryan Granville was traded to the Yorkton Terriers during the latter part of the pre-season. They will always be remembered as contributing pieces of the puzzle that made up a Canalta Cup champion.

That memory will last in the memories of those kids for a lifetime. Having paid tribute to members of the club who have moved on, we now concentrate on this year’s squad.

General Manager/ Coach Brayden Klimosko and Assistant Coach, Rob Holoein have proven themselves to be a superb tandem in leading young men into battle. The quality of the team’s play has been superb. They play clean, hard-nosed hockey, and never give up regardless of the score. They out-will their opponents on most nights and never resort to “goon” style hockey. It isn’t tolerated. We were witness recently to a rather disgusting episode involving Yorkton Terrier player, Greg Mulhall, who blatantly charged Melville Millionaires goaltender Berk Berkliev.

He was suspended the extraordinary amount of 25 games on a gutsy judgment

by SJHL Commissioner Bill Chow. It proved to be well founded as within a short period of time, Mulhall was on YouTube applauding his own efforts and showing no remorse for putting the goaltender

in the hospital. That is not what the SJHL is about and, rightly so. It now appears Mulhall will no longer be welcome in the SJHL. We are thankful that we are represented by positive leadership at the helm of the Battlefords North Stars.

This season the club has kept three goaltenders on the roster. Adam Dmyterko returns while Parker Rey and Austin Schwab are newcomers who will also be expected to compete for playing time. It may very well be the case there is no designated starter with Klimosko going with whoever is playing well and taking workload issues into account. A few years ago, we had Gryzbowski and Taryn Kotchorek sharing the goaltending and having a friendly competition with each pushing the other to achieve an elevation in their play.

That may very well occur once again this season.

With two 19-year-old goaltenders and the younger 18-year old Schwab, it is anticipated the latter may be brought along slowly as it is highly unlikely the North Stars would carry two 20-year old goalies next season. Rey has performed superbly in his limited play this season.

Dmyterko battles and has made several clutch saves.

It will be interesting how the goaltending situation works out as the season progresses. The positive is they have quality depth.

It was expected the defense core would be made up primarily of veterans from last season’s squad.

However, after all the off season transactions and manipulations, the only returning players were Matthew Fletcher, Noah Form, and Seth Summers.

Big years are expected of this threesome. The North Stars have some impressive recruits who have played relatively well thus far, including Liam Antoniuk, Timon Prexler, Walter Somers, and Jordan Gagnon.

Dylan McCabe, a 20 year old who had previously played for the Weyburn Red Wings will be counted on to play veteran minutes on the blue line. He will be pushed by the younger lads as they progress throughout the year.

The forward line sees a number of returnees who will be expected to provide consistent leadership.

Amongst those are Matthias Urbanski, Elijah LoonStewardson, Brett Gammer, Kaden Boser, Dylan Esau, Quintin Loon-Stewardson, Austin Becker, and Logan Spence. Newcomers Rylan Nivon, Ryland McNinch, Dace Prymak, Carson Reagan, Hunter Rambow, Palmer Sinclair, and Steven Kesslering comprise the rest of the forward contingent.

Elijah, Urbanski, Spence, and Nivon are the 20-year old forwards who will be expected to contribute mightily. Klimosko has recently put together a line consisting of the brothers Loon-Stewardson and

Urbanski, which should be dynamic and exciting to watch if they play to their ability night in and night out. Urbanski has recently returned to the dazzling form he had shown prior to an injury last season.

He has been flying all over the ice. Elijah has been his steady self, while Quintin has exhibited League MVP play. Much is expected of Gammer and Becker when it comes to goal scoring.

They have shown glimpses of greatness, and both have played very well thus far in the season. Becker, especially, has shown an ability to put the puck in the net. Gammer has the ability to do the same if he continues to work hard at his craft. Kaden Boser’s skating has improved this season and is a presence on the ice with his heart and soul effort. He will need to work harder at staying out of the penalty box as does Spence. Dylan Esau will need to combine his goal scoring ability with a positive defensive game.

He has the skating ability to be strong at both ends of the ice. Rylan Nivon is a veteran of the Alberta Junior Hockey League.

He is expected to provide leadership, two-way play, and goal scoring. Dace Prymak plays with good work ethic and has scored on a few occasions. Steven Kesslering is a young 17year old who has shown flashes of brilliance.

Ryland McNinch has been a positive force on a line with Becker and Nivon.

Carson Reagan is a hard working forward who is gaining SJHL experience as he plays. Rambow and Sinclair have had limited ice time.

It is comforting to have continuity in the organization with the return of Klimosko, Holoein, Goaltending Coach Travis Harrington, Athletic Therapist/Equipment Manager Andrew Kutnikoff, and Marketing and Office Manager Jennifer Whyte.

A colourful addition has been the new home jerseys which are outstanding!

Now, we need to work on those road jerseys … but, at least we don’t have to look at the new Estevan Bruins jerseys! Since the arrival of Brayden Klimosko, the readily apparent focus has been on creating championship caliber Junior A hockey for the Battlefords.

Thus far, the contribution of this new leadership has been successful. And, it would appear this season will be no different as the club challenges for an SJHL title. They will have to put in the work, and stay out of the penalty box.

With the work ethic and the ability to out-will the opposition, the Battlefords North Stars have a good chance at repeating as the Canalta Cup champions in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. Let’s fill the stands and support these hard working lads and show them what type of appreciation the community can provide!

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Accept, adapt, learn, and let others complain “I am trying to have a right attitude for my first curling game this coming week,” I told Ed yesterday.

He told me that the only frame of mind needed for curling is that you must win your game. I said maybe this would be the year I’ll have a winning attitude, but I have found that the opposing curling teams also always want to win. There is the need to face the challenge of great shots by the other side.

The pressure is always on to adapt and learn to make even better-placed rocks than theirs. Being better than your competition isn’t a sure thing. Most of all, I must not complain about slow or fast ice. For an old guy like me, there are a lot

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themselves to making me happy. Curling and other sports are not meant to be easy wins.

Life also comes with lots of wins and losses. It is easy to brag about the triumphs and complain about the defeats, but neither boasting nor grumbling is wise. Life keeps calling us to accept our circumstances and, adapt to them, and learn from them. Our wins in life aren’t totally about us, for others and hidden circumstances also contributed our wins.

Curling is about endurance through great shots and the ones that are the opposite. It is about the joy of playing rather than being a spectator. It is about

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According to Ed

By Raymond Maher

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca of things to keep straight to have the right attitude in curling.

Ed asked me, “Have you heard how popular curling has become?”

Before I could say I hadn’t heard, Ed said, “It is sweeping the nation?”

Then he was able to get one more lame joke in before I could ask for

mercy. Ed asked me, “What did one curling stone say to the other?”

He answered again before me, “I won’t take you for granite.” Ed admitted his curling jokes have been around forever, but he felt I needed to hear them.

Ed told me that my opposing curling teams would not devote

teammates at their best and their worst. A team wins or loses as one. The strongest teams are about mutual encouragement and acceptance among themselves. Good teams take time to develop. The strongest curling teams can crumble without a continual willingness to accept each other, adapt to each other’s strengths and flaws, and learn from their competition.

Jesus gathered a team of disciples to him on earth. Jesus himself was one with His Father in heaven, sent to win salvation for all sinners on earth. Jesus was not seeking recognition for himself. He was a servant to his Father

and would bring God’s victory through suffering opposition, and death.

His disciples would be His witnesses that He was and is God’s Son who won forgiveness and righteousness for all sinners.

His disciples needed to be Jesus’ witnesses, by being branches of Jesus the true vine. If they remained as branches of Jesus, they would bear much fruit. If they were not a branch of Jesus, they couldn’t bear any fruit.

Together with Christ, and His Father in heaven, we bear fruit as branches on Christ’s team. It is similar, to curling where it takes the whole team to win the game.

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

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

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

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

DIVINE LITURGY Sundays at 10:00 a.m.

Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.

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

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

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 Rev. Dexter van Dyke 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

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

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LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

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DELMAS - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath 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

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church 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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NATIONAL FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 6-12, 2019

How and why you should regularly check your smoke detectors

North Battleford Acting Fire Chief’s Message

Each floor of your home, including the basement, should be equipped with a smoke detector. It’s also a good idea to put a smoke detector in every room. However, the most important thing of all is regularly checking that they work properly.

How to inspect smoke detectors Once a month, press the “test” button on each of your smoke detectors. If you don’t hear anything, replace the battery immediately.

In addition, you should confirm whether your detectors can actually detect the presence of smoke. Once a year, blow out a candle under them. If they don’t go off, then they need to be replaced as soon as possible.

Smoke detectors save lives The best way to prevent casualties in the case of a fire is to have functioning smoke detectors.

Here’s why.

Most fire-related casualties occur overnight. A smoke detector’s alarm allows occupants to wake up and evacuate in time.

Smoke inhalation is the leading cause of fire-related death. Smoke spreads quickly, and occupants have on average two minutes to evacuate before smoke inhalation becomes life threatening. Smoke detectors allow you to react before it’s too late.

The bottom line is that well-functioning smoke detectors are the best way to keep you and your family safe.

Acting Fire Chief Lindsay Holm

In a fire, seconds count.

Seconds can mean the difference between residents of our community escaping safely from a fire or having their lives end in tragedy.

That’s why this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape, Plan and Practice – Your Escape” is so important. It reinforces why everyone needs to have an

escape plan.

The aim of the 2019 Fire Prevention Week campaign is to raise awareness on keeping your family safe by having an escape plan for all household members.

During 2019, so far the North Battleford Fire Department has attended to seven structure fires.

Pre-planning for such an event will ensure your household has an effective plan. An effective plan with two ways out is an essential component and could save your life!

Here’s this year’s key campaign messages which you should all ensure you have done for your home: • Talk about your plan with everyone in your home.

• Make sure your home has working smoke alarms on each floor.

• Know how to call the fire department out by calling 911 and give clear instructions of your address.

• Draw a map of your home with all members of your household, marking two exits from each room and a path to the outside from each exit.

• Practice your home fire drill twice a year. Conduct one at night and one during the day with everyone in your home, and practice using different ways out.

• Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can’t help them.

• Make sure the address of your home is clearly marked and visible for the fire department to find.

• Close doors behind you as you leave – this will slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire.

• Once you get outside, stay outside. Never go back inside a burning building.

Remember, “Get Out, Stay Out; Call the fire department out” Lastly, and most importantly Practice Your Home Fire Drill Regularly Each year, the Fire Prevention Week theme is announced by the National Fire Protection Association and was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 which destroyed more than 17,400 structures and killed more than 250 people and left 100,000 people homeless Lindsay Holm, Acting Director of Protective Services / Fire Chief City of North Battleford

Members of the North Battleford Fire Department

Captain Rob Campbell

Captain Brian Marchewka

Captain Brett Johnson

Captain Jordan Rowswell

Acting Captain Robin Tomaz

Acting Captain Nathan Johnson

Acting Captain Brett Gore-Hickman

Acting Captain Jason Poitras

Full Time Firefighter Brent Raven

Full Time Firefighter Chris Walls

Full Time Firefighter James Bright

Full Time Firefighter Coltin Sonder

Part Time Firefighter Dustin Rollman

Part Time Firefighter Les Markewich

Part Time Firefighter Misty Hulit

Part Time Firefighter Jonathon Kadler

NORTH BATTLEFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT Part Time Firefighter Rob Beatch

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PROCLAMATION

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By the powers vested in me, I, Ryan Bater, Mayor of the City of North Battleford, do hereby proclaim October 6th - 12th, 2019 as Fire Prevention Week in the City of North Battleford.

Luncheon

Wed., October 9 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Ryan Bater, Mayor

North Battleford Fire Department

902 - 104th Street This luncheon promises a tasty meal for a good cause at a low cost!

All proceeds will be donated to the North Battleford Fire Fighter Association Local 1756 Charity Fund.

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Fire Prevention Week Schedule of Events Home Fire Safety Information Booths

Monday – Co-Op Mall 10 a.m. to 12 p.m Tuesday – Frontier Mall 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Wednesday – Wal-Mart 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Thursday – Canadian Tire 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fire Chief For the Day will be on Friday Oct. 11 The 8 children will be picked up shortly after 9.

Their morning will consist of a fire hall tour, safety videos, trying on turnout gear, getting their pictures taken, some hands on work ie. Escape planning and then finally a lunch donated by Domino’s Pizza with the Acting Fire Chief, Captain and Firefighters.

They will then be returned to their schools by 12:10 with a prize bag.

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Be a fire prevention hero: plan your escape route October 6 to 12 is Fire Prevention Week. Each year, Fire Prevention Canada endorses the National Fire Protection Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chosen theme. This year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Herb Cox, MLA

The Battlefords Constituency

1991 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK Phone: 306-445-5195 Fax: 306-445-5196 herbcox@sasktel.net

Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practise Your Escape! This campaign is designed to educate people about the small but important steps they can take to stay safe in the event of a fire.

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Firefighter Frank Legacy

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Hotel Burned to Ground With Most of Town The Glenhaven Hotel, Turtleford’s first hotel, was a three-storey, wooden structure built on the corner of Railway and Main in 1914. The 1916 Canada census shows hotelkeepers W. J. Mills and his wife Christina living in the hotel along with their five sons and four female staff members.

The Mills operated the Glenhaven Hotel until September 1917, when, according to Turtleford Treasures (1986), Bill Davis or “Pa” as he was called, took over.

As the bar had been closed in July 1915 due to Prohibition, the village council granted Mills a license in 1918 to operate a pool table in the hotel’s former barroom.

In Turtleford Treasures, Lillian (Lundberg) Olsen recalls her time working as a domestic at Turtleford’s 17-room hotel for $25 per month. With the First World War raging overseas and Prohibition in full swing, Lillian says it was a “slack time” for the hotel but that the dining room did a good business. A full course meal cost 35 cents in 1917.

The Saskatoon Daily Star reported on Apr. 16, 1920, that many new businesses were springing up in Turtleford. “The Glenhaven Hotel and two rooming houses are filled with permanent boarders, compris-

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Main Street, Turtleford, c. 1915, with hotel at far end. Source: www.prairietowns

Two photos of the Turtleford fire, 1922. Source: Turtleford Treasures (1986)

ing the in-flocking young men and women who are taking business positions in town,” the newspaper stated. “[The] town has its ‘housing problem’ and practically every day people are asking for houses to rent or, at least, rooms and cannot find them.” At this time, the hotel was owned

by Joseph (Joe) Paquette and his wife Laura, recently arrived from Quebec, who lived in the hotel with their three young children.

On Feb. 1, 1922, disaster struck. The entire business section on the north side of Main Street, including the hotel, was burned to the ground. According to the Saskatoon Star-Phoenix, the fire started in the Co-op store when gasoline was mistakenly used to start a fire in a stove. Also destroyed in Turtleford’s disastrous fire were a garage, newspaper office, harness shop, drug store and butcher shop. No lives were lost in the fire, but several people who had been living in suites above the destroyed buildings were left homeless, further

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The Turtleford Hotel in 2013. Source: Google Street View

exacerbating Turtleford’s housing shortage.

For the next few years, Turtleford had no hotel.

Then, in March 1925, John Nordell moved his hotel from Cleeves to Turtleford.

“The two-storey building was loaded on sleighs and pulled by twenty-four horses to almost the exact same location on Main Street as the original hotel was built,” the local history book recounts. “The hotel today is that same building with several additions and renovations.” A year later, Nordell sold the business to Norman Lambert.

During the 1930s, Lambert built a two-storey, twenty-six-foot addition to the hotel, which added six

more guest rooms upstairs.

In 1937, after the provincial government permitted hotels to sell beer by the glass, Lambert added a beverage room. “Due to the fact that alcohol was not so socially acceptable, going to the beer parlor in the former days carried a fair bit of secrecy to it,” Turtleford’s history book says. “Many times, a man could be seen taking a quick look up and down the street to see if anyone happened to be watching, if the coast was clear, he would quickly open the door and step inside.”

In 1944, business partners Jack Bridgeman purchased the hotel from Lambert. Bridgeman oper-

ated the hotel until 1952, when it was sold to Jack and Vera Lambert (no relation to Norman). Over the next few years, Jack recalls in the town’s history book, they changed the hotel “from slop pails, outhouses, stoves, heaters and lamps to providing central heating, water and sewage, and a good electrical system.” The hotel now had 15 guest rooms with central, modern bathrooms.

The Lamberts also added a walk-in cooler in the beverage room.

The Turtleford Hotel continues to operate as a bar in the town, located on Hwy 26, 90 kilometres northwest of North Battleford.

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Vendors and shoppers attracted to farmer’s market

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Hats off to Dave Hyndman of Spiritwood who has spent 40 years as a news reporter for the Spiritwood Herald. He has seen many changes over the years, especially in technology. He started using a typewriter and fixing the errors with white out fluid. His finished product would be mailed to the head office in Shellbrook and there the staff would at times recompose his work. Hyndman feels it is time to hang up his hat and for someone much younger to take over the reins. That someone would have to reside in the community and have good writing skills. He wrote as he was still teaching school years ago.

On July 20, Fran and Gerald Ewanchuk of Whitkow joined their daughter Brittany, husband Mike Ciona and baby Natalie for an Alaskan cruise. They took the Inside Passage, which included stops at Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Glacier Bay, which lasted for one week.

The following are Fran’s words: “We left our farm in the capable hands of our youngest daughter Tiandra, who was working at Spiritwood vet clinic. This job was during the summer break from the university in Saskatoon in which she is enrolled in veterinary

medicine.” Some interesting cruise stats are: officers and crew on the Noordam ship are 778, nationalities of crew 46, distance travelled all together 1621.10 nautical miles, average speed 14.06 knots, fuel use 340 gallons. I thought the number of eggs consumed on the ship was somewhat amazing, listed at 28,800.

They really enjoyed this trip and encountered great weather.

Again, fall suppers are upon us. Mayfair’s is sponsored by the Catholic Women’s League and is to be held at Mayfair hall Saturday, Nov. 2.

Eating a healthy nutritious meal is essential to everyone. Laurie Calder, owner (again) of the Snack Shop on 101st Street in North Battleford offers home cooked meals at reasonable prices. She offers a kids menu and is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday to Saturday. She is quite busy so she has to employ two full-time and two to three part-time employees every day. It is nice to see a small business doing well up against many fast food chain restaurants.

Another quaint, petite eating establishment is

about 100 miles north of the city, and for those of you who are busy fishing and hunting past Spiritwood and Leoville area, this place is a real treasure, operated by Louise Beaulac. It seats 12 and is called Taste of Home, which is exactly what the name stands for.

Again, the menu is not outrageously priced and is fine dining at its best. She also recently got an RTM mini motel built by True North in Prince Albert hauled to the Leoville site in July. Louise tells me, “People started coming into the restaurant and I started talking to them, finding where they are from and what they were doing here.” She said customers were on route to Spiritwood or the other direction north of Leoville to Big River late in the evening because there was no accommodation in Leoville. You guessed it – the rest is now history.

Hometown Suites is now open for business.

Oldest son Curtis arrived back home from Scott Lake on the border of North West Territories and Saskatchewan from his job as a professional fishing guide early September.

He reported that for the past three months or so, there were just a handful of warm days and the rest of the time guests and staff at the lodge were fighting the

cold elements of nature. He was anxiously waiting to be back into the field for harvest.

Happy harvesting everyone, as the few days of warmer windy weather is putting a happy smile on faces.

The September long weekend, Georgina and John Youst’s girls, Dana, Nicole and Raelene with their children were at the family farm for a quick few days to visit. The oldest daughter, Dana, resides near Craven with her husband Duval and two kids, Olive and Dryden. Nicole, their middle daughterand her husband Justin Jordan live in North Battleford with Bodhi and Lincoln.

Raelene, a registered nurse, hails from Swift Current.

The Yousts’ daughter-inlaw Jodie along with child Kastyn, who live in Meadow Lake, also came to take in some family time.

The hamlet of Mayfair has an eye-catching new rural municipal shop erected by contractor Larry Ledinsky from Spiritwood.

The construction should be completed later this fall.

It is located just east of the old shop building and across the road from the hall.

Entertaining family members is just natural for Lorena Lafreniere. Her sister and niece from Red Deer, Alta., were here for an older sister’s birthday in

Faye Liebaert took this picture of Mayfair Farmer’s Market and Craft Sale this past Saturday. In the forefront is Carol Dewing, manning the door, selling tickets on raffle prizes and taking donations from generous vendors for free door prizes. Fran Massett from Mullingar (left) talks to former Mayfair resident who occupied a suite in the government senior complex, Adgerine McNutt, who last December moved into Ruth Whyte Manor in North Battleford.

In the distance to the right from Medstead is Priscilla Epp selling religious books. Barry and Dora Brown are by the stage with fresh garden produce. Photo submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

April and also an August wedding held in North Battleford.

There is now a new catering service in the area.

The owner has two adult helpers and herself preparing and serving the food and is a former restaurant owner who has the food safety handling course.

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The Farmers Market this past Saturday at Mayfair hall saw many buyers purchasing from the local vendors. There was a steady flow of people viewing the variety of goods, which left them and the vendors feeling happy.

The Christmas Market and Craft Sale is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 24, in the hall, so, crafters, get busy.

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A chilly but productive day for the threshermen

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Threshermen’s Club held their annual Threshing Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the field two miles north of Borden. It was a cold and blustery day with the odd snowflake, but over 265 signed the guest book at the field. The Parade of Power at noon had flag bearers Alana Gunsch and Krissy Derbowka on horseback, heavy horse teams pulling plows and wagons. People carriers were Mel Bartsch’s Clydes, Laverne Friesen with his Belgians, Ken Crush with his Percheron/ quarter horse team, Travis Waldner with a team of black Percherons, Louise Saunders team of Welsh Cobbs pulling a democrat, followed by a 1951 Mercury truck restored by George Walker. Tractors were: 1948 Co-op D owned by Irvin Peifer, Farmall Super M of Bob Lightfoot’s, 1947 Farmall H driven by Michael Sutherland, 1939 W30 McCormick driven

by Tom Wensley, Aaron Wensley driving a 1928 McDeering 15-30, Ben Machnee driving a Gibson 300 tractor, Ed Neufeld driving a ’45 JD tractor pulling a 1948 JD Clipper AR combine, Willard Wensley driving a 1952 Minneapolis Z pulling the 1920s Minneapolis Moline Threshing machine, Cyril Saunders and his 1947 Massy Harris combine and the Borden fire truck, grass

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Demos held during the day were Archie Wainwright with rope making, sawing wood with a buzz saw, digging potatoes (which people could pick up), discing and plowing with teams of Percherons, bindering, combining with a JD Clipper and the ‘47 MH. Donna Barth had her petting zoo on hand with ponies, goats, bunnies, poultry and Melissa Saunders demonstrated horseshoeing. The cook car sold borscht, veggie soup with bread and jam and beverages. There were two wagon trains to give the children rides - the Borden Lions carts pulled by a golf cart driven by Perry Nicol and Terry Machnee driving a 1918 All Work tractor pulling the cars with a caboose on the end. The final event was threshing the two hay racks filled with sheaves.

Driving in to Borden, you could visit the museum and then while you waited in the Friendship Centre to go in for supper. Bob Wardhaugh entertained on the keyboard or accordion.

Everyone enjoyed the Borden Museum/ Threshermen’s roast beef supper with potatoes and

gravy, veggies, coleslaw, beet pickles and bread in the Community Centre, with pie for dessert, serving close to 240.

The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper on Sept. 25 with more than 40 members and nine entertainers out to enjoy a great meal.

The room and tables were decorated in fall colours.

Jars of wheat with candles glowing inside were flanked by vases of fall flowers and wheat stalks on the tables. Blowing out the candles on the birthday cakes were Lenna Balon and Jackie Meister. A presentation of a thank you card and gift certificate were presented to Ed and Dianne Rawlyk for hosting the July supper and program. The entertainers for the evening took the stage – Sanctuary Much, a musical group from Grace Westminster United Church in Saskatoon.

Some songs they sang were Operator Information, Working on a Building, Keep Your Eyes on the Prize, I’m Gonna Wait, My Girl, This Old Church, and I Saw the Light. Rev. Daryl Woods, with his powerful voice, sang Halleluiah, accompanied by the group, to a standing ovation.

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Laverne Friesen’s Belgians pulling a rack of sheaves to the thresher. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Ken Crush with Percheron X discing and Travis Waldner with Percheron team plowing, with JD Clipper & MH combine in background.

Borden Fire Department members pulling the walking plow with Stew Walton handling the implement.

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Friendship Club September birthday celebrants Lenna Balon and Jackie Meister.

Sanctuary Much from Saskatoon entertaining at supper Sept. 25. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

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on drums and Cam Gilbertson who ran the mix board. Upcoming for the Friendship Club is their Tea and Bake sale on Oct. 10 at 2 p.m. and they will be raffling off a double size quilt, lap blanket and hot pads, with proceeds split between the Borden

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Kermit was wrong. It was easy being green at the Parkview Place 4th Annual Great Zucchini Race held on Sept. 21 in Unity with 12 competitors taking on race action to capture the top prize. Residents and community folks joined in for the fun. Photos by Sherri Solomko

Mayor Ben Weber congratulates a new business on their grand opening Sept.

21. What The Float is a new wellness business that has opened on Main Street in Unity, offering float therapy, massage therapy and a ladies only gym.

Unity into the month of pumpkin spice everything

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Well, September seemed to blow by us and now we are into October, the month of Thanksgiving, Halloween, pumpkin spice everything, and hopefully celebrating the end of harvest. The community calendar looks like it will be another full month of fun events and activity taking place in our

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Let me add my voice to those praying, hoping and wishing for continued calm weather to get our farmer friends done with this year’s harvest. No

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This weekend, you won’t want to miss the annual Fall Fair and Trade Show at the Unity Community Centre. The event runs Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. as well as 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Saturday morning Unity Credit Union and Delta Co-op will once again sponsor the pancake breakfast with proceeds to STARS. There will be a food booth on site, with meals served and menu items to enjoy. Sixty vendor tables will be part

of the trade show, and the fall fair portion of the event combines to offer plenty of things to see and do while you visit this annual event.

At Unity Public School, October brings about plenty of exciting events. Students are into Thanksgiving mode with both their curriculum learning and special activities held at the school. Students participated in the annual school Terry Fox walk last week.

You can follow activity updates on their Facebook page.

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• We will be hosting a Thanksgiving Supper on Monday Oct.7th from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for all of our current members and their families.

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• Early Dismissal Day is Wednesday Oct.30th. Programming at both our Main Site and our Satellite Sites will begin at 2:00 p.m.

• As a reminder to all our children, youth and families as we enter into a new School Year, the Club rules are as follows: • Use your listening ears • Be kind to everyone • Join in today’s activities • Be gentle with Club property • Help with clean up • Keep your hands and feet to yourself • Lend a hand • Be polite and respectful • Have FUN! • Our hours of operation are as follows: • Office: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm • Drop-In Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm – 8:30 pm and Saturday, 1:00 pm – 4 pm • EMBM After-School Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm • Bready Before-School Program: Monday to Friday, • 7:15 am – 8:30 am • Bready After-School Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm • Holy Family After-School Program: Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Thanksgiving by demonstrating thankfulness through their food bank collections as well as their upcoming shared soup event held in conjunction with mass. Watch their school’s Facebook page for events and activities.

At UCHS, volleyball season continues for all junior and senior teams.

Warrior football is on the road until they return home again for their last regular season game against Kindersley under the lights on Oct. 17 with their mental health awareness game.

Congratulations Denim O’Donnell and Matthew Snell who earned a berth at SHSAA provincial golf, who competed with Battlewest Athletics in this provincial event last weekend. Results were not available at press time.

Starting Sept 30, the Unity arena will play host to the annual 3-on-3 conditioning hockey tournament, and it will run into Thanksgiving weekend.

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Teams are also laced up and ready for the rink this season so stay tuned to details about upcoming games, tournaments and events as part of hockey season. This year, the Unity Miners senior team will see two new teams and one returning team in their league meaning there will be even more games at which to cheer on the Miners. Midget AA Lazers are almost complete in setting their roster for the upcoming as well.

Speaking of 3-on-3 hockey, a big thank you to the organizers of the 3-on3 ball hockey event held Sept. 7 as they presented $7,250 to the Richardson Outdoor Recreation Park as proceeds made at this fundraising event. These funds will assist with the continued development of this park. This recreation venue can be used by all generations year around.

The Unity Curling Club is hosting their AGM on Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. with everyone welcome to attend.

Curling ice will begin the creation phase on Oct. 11 and curling season will soon follow, as registration takes place Oct. 15 and 16 in the UCC lounge from 7 to 9 p.m. each night. Oct. 21-25 is a free curling week for anyone and a great opportunity for those learnto-curl folks who want to give it a try. Start thinking about assembling your team for this season.

Wednesdays continue to be busy in Unity as pickleball continues at the curling rink until their ice gets put in mid-October, when this activity will move to the high school.

As well, weekly Mental Wellness support group sessions continue at the Unity Health Centre, open to anyone who is in need or interested. The Lions Club “Chase the Ace” also continues each Wednesday at the Legion Hall, until that elusive ace is found with the jackpot growing weekly.

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News ‘n’ views from Baljennie - WDM threshing day

By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

Threshing day was held at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford on Friday, Sept.

27, attended by approximately 250 Grade 4 students, plus their teachers, from the local area.

The indoor agenda got started at 10 a.m. with a flour mill demonstration followed by the grist and

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foot mill. A grain exploration station with grain samples was found at the elevator. There was a demonstration in the office, with the stationary engine running, and a grain truck loaded with grain. There

was also an insect and harvest presentation for all to see.

At noon, the museum cooks had prepared a big pot of chili, with garlic toast and ice cream, for all the volunteers and staff.

In the afternoon, the field agenda began at 1 p.m. with sickle and scythe plus the cradle scythe used to harvest the old way from the 1920s, with hand tools and manpower.

Then came the reaper and on to the binder, using horsepower. There was also some stooking, a flail and winnowing demonstration and a treadmill running with horse power as well.

Rain made the field too muddy for the heavy steam engine to run the threshing machines, so it was replaced by a gas-operated tractor. The horses pulled bundle wagons, then came

the John Deere Clipper combine and one of the local farm machinery dealerships had a big modern day combine to end this rushing.

The students and teachers had all sorts of questions regarding the threshing machine. It was a good learning time for them all.

The volunteers were close by to help with their questions. They all went away happy.

A big thank you goes out to museum staff for all the planning and putting the day’s program together, and a special thank you to all the volunteers.

A few repairs and clean up had to be done before everything got put in storage to and that part of the museum’s program until next year.

The Friday work bees for the volunteers will continue.

Digging up the province’s amazing natural history Submitted Palaeontologists from the Royal Saskatchewan Museum spent the summer discovering new dinosaurs, marine reptiles and exciting Cretaceous amber.

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Contact Cody Belliveau for further details.

Next weekend, Saturday, Oct. 12, is also the Burns birthday bash being held at the Unity Legion Hall. This event will celebrate the milestone birthdays of Kent Burns (50), Don Burns (70) and celebrating the life of patriarch, Bob Burns who would have turned 90.

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introduction of Scotty to the RSM,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowsky said recently.

“It is also important to note that new research and discoveries take place at the museum regularly.

These discoveries create new opportunities to learn more about Saskatchewan hundreds of millions of years ago.”

The “big” finds this past summer were found in Grasslands National Park, the Big Muddy Badlands and near the southwest community of Consul, including: • Limb, rib and vertebrae bones from a juvenile Triceratops in the East Block of Grasslands National Park; • Vertebrae and limb

bones from a Triceratops and a Hadrosaur (duckbilled dinosaur) in the East Block of Grasslands National Park; • Numerous vertebrae from a Plesiosaur (marine reptile) from the West Block of Grasslands National Park; • Cretaceous amber inclusions of new wasps and flies from the Big

Muddy Badlands; and • Amber found around a dinosaur eggshell site, located near Consul.

These new discoveries will be added to the provincial collection and will be the subject of study and research for years to come. Fieldwork such as this contributes to the RSM’s status as an internationally

recognized centre for research and teaching.

The museum collection continues to grow, as does the world’s appreciation of Saskatchewan’s fossil resources.

To learn more about palaeontological finds and what else is happening at the RSM, go to www. royalsaskmusuem.ca/rsm.

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As mentioned previously, the Unity Warriors will hold their Oct. 17 game to raise awareness and funds for the local mental wellness program.

The team has been lining up additional pre-game activity in conjunction with this game so there will be plenty to see and do for the whole family at this event.

The team will also be recognizing their graduating players at half time. The Saskatchewan Roughriders have generously donated a team signed football to assist with these efforts.

Mark Oct. 25-26 on your calendars as KC Rescue will once again hold their Haunted Hallway fundraiser at the Legion Hall.

If you like playing crib and you like to interact and

help the Long Term Care activities group, they are hosting a cribbage tournament on Oct. 26. Contact Brianna at LTC for details.

And, watch your local paper, your church bulletins and posters around town for the always popular Fall Suppers in our community, hosted by community churches.

Residents will notice that some new paved pathways have emerged in our community, thanks to some recent donations from organizations and fundraisers.

Join the Unity Life Association Life Chain being held this Sunday, Oct. 6 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Armada Inn, along Highway 21.

An all candidates forum was held in Unity on Oct. 1, giving residents a chance to hear candidates review

their platforms for the upcoming Federal Election.

Get your tickets now at Guy’s Furniture for the Unity Legion raffle that includes a Jon Ryan signed Rider jersey as well as a signed Rider helmet, with most of the 1989 Grey Cup winning signatures on it.

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Coffee row join the voices lamenting the weather that is impeding harvest completion.

Weather theories are being shared as well. Events that have happened have been in review as well as folks anticipating all that is on the upcoming calen-

dar of events for October to take part in. There is always room at these tables and you can be sure there is plenty of laughter to be shared, so says the Dean of coffee college. So you see we keep busy here in Unity with wisdom, laughter and plenty of fun with our friends on coffee row.

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Wednesday, September 18 was a busy day at the Maidstone Drop In senior center. The potluck birthday lunch was attended by 13 seniors. At the birthday table for July, August and September b i r t h d a y s were Margaret McEachern, Denise Newton, Jean Hartman, Sharon Smith and Dorothy Schwartz. Missing were Ean Kasper and Lois Myer.

Margaret welcomed everyone and gave the blessing prior to a bountiful and delicious meal.

The monthly meeting, which had been delayed a week, followed with Margaret as chairperson.

Movie nights have been canceled.

A request was received to supply prizes and workers for a bingo at Pine Island Lodge in November.

A report was given on work on the flowerbeds all summer and the clean up for the fall. The library board is planning a tea honouring two senior members, with the date to be announced later. Bingo was to follow the meeting, but callers were unavailable, so it was canceled. A few members stayed and played cards, completing a busy afternoon.

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Wednesday, Sept. 25, bingo was played with volunteer callers Joan Smith and Bev Stewart.

A number of seniors attended the Fall Festival in downtown Maidstone on Saturday, Sept. 21. It was a beautiful sunny day and a bigger event than ever, attended by more than 1,000 people from local and surrounding areas. A great variety of items were on sale up and down the streets. The quilters held a display of quilts and items for sale at the Legion Hall, and served chili on a bun. The United Church served delicious pie and ice cream. The winning ticket on a quilt, which had been on display at the Credit Union, was drawn and won by Kelly Gustof of Neilburg. Businesses went all out and entered a decorating contest, which was won by: Maidstone pharmacy, first place; RM of Eldon, second place; Dr. Ellis Dental, third place. The chamber of commerce sold 50-50 tickets with Gloria McConnell winning the pot. The children enjoyed the bouncy house and balloon dart contest. All in all, it was bigger and better than ever and we look forward to next year.

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The Home Hardware Fall Scramble at the Meota Golf course was played on a glorious sunny Sunday, Sept 22, with 105 golfers. The winning team – an 11 under 61 – consisted of Cam Foulds, Sam Tremblay, Gord Pepple, Brook Favel and Lester Favel.

The day featured a long putt prize on every hole. Prizes? A selection of delicious pies! The winners were, from hole 1 to 9, Chelsey Doom, Dale Johnson, Derek Welford, Becky Page, Gray Dinnen, Lloyd Ward, Matt Edwards, Larry Malenfant and Brian Shutra. The course will stay open into October, but weather, as usual, will dictate when the pins come out for the season.

The transfer site is on winter hours as of September long weekend, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Congratulations to fellow news reporter in Spiritwood, Dave Hyndman, who has been news reporter for the Spiritwood Herald for 40 years. He is a retired teacher who still calls Spiritwood home. He has been an active volunteer in many organizations and service clubs throughout the years, as has his wife, also.

The next Canasta night is set for Oct. 18, at 7 p.m.

S o r r y about the mixup with the meetings and their dates, last week, causing confusion and bad feelings in the community, proving again the data should have been verified before passing it on in-

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correctly. The fact that the bulletin board at the Post Office is being replaced, so no posters to check, didn’t help the situation.

The snowy weather in southern Alberta surprised many people, especially visitors on holiday. They had some pretty bad stuff over the weekend, but, of course, they know it will melt before winter sets in.

Those farmers must be feeling helpless. While some crops are taken off, others are waiting, and in some areas the fields will be too wet to get onto even if the grain gets dry enough to combine.

It is a frustrating business, for sure.

Maybe when the ground freezes it will be possible to get it off.

Fall suppers will be starting up soon, so let’s get that bulletin board in place, and hope someone in Meota will step up to the plate and organize the fall supper and monthly noon dinners they are so famous for.

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