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Staff It is four more years for Premier Brad Wall and the Saskatchewan Party after a resounding victory in Monday’s election.

Rural Saskatchewan again came through for the Saskatchewan Party in a big way. The Northwest produced a total Sask Party sweep of the region. All incumbent Saskatchewan Party MLAs easily returned to the legislature.

The final seat totals have the Sask Party at 51 seats and the NDP 10.

In the popular vote the Sask Party had a commanding 62.63 per cent with 30.36 per cent for the NDP. The Liberals came in with 3.61 per cent, the Green Party 1.85 per cent and the Progressive Conservatives 1.29 per cent.

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Northwest goes Sask. Party in a big way

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Rural Saskatchewan again came through for the Saskatchewan Party in a big way, with the Northwest proving to be a bedrock.

The Northwest produced a total Saskatchewan Party sweep of the region. All incumbent Sask. Party MLAs easily returned to the legislature, racking up massive margins of victory in the election Monday.

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parties, it was a colossal defeat. No opposition candidates came close to winning anywhere in the region.

A result that typified what transpired in the region Monday was the victory of Larry Doke in Cut Knife-Turtleford.

His margin of victory was simply overwhelming.

Doke swamped NDP candidate and former NewsOptimist columnist Danica Lorer by 5,710 votes to 950, a difference of 4,760 votes.

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age, Doke received 79.9 per cent.

Liberal Rod Gopher received 252, PC candidate Rick Cline got 147 and Green Party candidate Tammy Fairley Saunders received 90.

Bigga r-Saskatchewa n Valley was a similar story as longtime incumbent Randy Weekes took the riding with 76 per cent of the vote.

Weekes received 5,928 votes compared to 1,436 for Dan Richert of the NDP, 220 for Faiza Kanwal of the

Herb Cox wins easily in the Battlefords

Herb Cox is joined by his wife Linda and members of his family at his campaign office in North Battleford, as the Saskatchewan Party celebrated another election win both in the Battlefords and around the province. Photo by John Cairns

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

In the end, it was a runaway win for the incumbent in the Battlefords.

Herb Cox easily won a second term representing the Battlefords in the legislature as the Saskatchewan Party continued its domination of Saskatchewan politics in the 2016 provincial election.

With 53 out of 53 polls reporting, Cox had 4,248 votes, compared to 2,233 for Rob Feist, 434 for Dexter Gopher and 82 for Josh Hunt.

“The people of the Battlefords, obviously I thank them for the confidence they’re showing in me again,” said Cox. “They’ve, I think, voted strongly in favour of the policies of the Saskatchewan Party government and the strength that we’re going to keep the economy going.”

Cox watched the returns at his 100th Street campaign office. He was joined by his wife Linda and members of his family, as well as by several volunteers who worked on the campaign.

Cox’s win was even more impressive than in 2011 as he doubled his margin of victory. He swept all but a couple of the polls in the Battlefords, a result that surprised and delighted supporters who gathered at his victory celebration.

“I was a little surprised

by that, of course you never know until the votes start coming in,” said Cox. “But we’ve had a fantastic team working. They’ve worked so hard for so long.

And we’ve talked to so many people on doorsteps,

on telephones and functions and the message was very clear from what they talked to us about, was they wanted us to see this economy stay strong so we can continue to grow this province.”

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Liberals and 161 for Ryan Lamarche of the Green Party.

Another big win was recorded in Rosthern-Shellbrook by incumbent minister of Advanced Education Scott Moe. Moe, who was dogged by controversy early in the campaign after he was identified as one of five candidates in the province with DUI convictions in his past, nevertheless had an easy time winning re-election with a share of 71 per cent of the vote.

Moe received 4,689 votes to 1,278 for Rose Freeman of the NDP. Orrin Greyeyes of the Liberals received 462 and Jade Duckett of the Green Party, 119.

While these were impressive numbers for the Saskatchewan Party, results from the usually-competitive riding of Lloydminster were nothing short of a landslide.

The Saskatchewan Party incumbent Colleen Young won by a 3,930 vote margin with a whopping 86 per cent share of the vote.

The result was notable for the area as Lloydminster has seen close contests in the past. It was a riding that the Saskatchewan Party had barely won in 2003, but since then the margins of victory have grown considerably. Young took 64 per cent of the vote in a byelection in 2014.

Other results in the region saw incumbent Jeremy Harrison win by 2,898 votes in Meadow Lake, while the veteran Bill Boyd was returned in Kindersley by 3,503 votes.

Boyd’s win was notable as he had faced a challenge from an independent candidate, former MLA Jason Dearborn.

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United States’ trash a gift to Canadians Dear Editor I recently borrowed from Maidstone Library “Fists Upon A Star,” a memoir of love, theatre and escape from McCarthyism, according to the blurb on the jacket. It wasn’t because I wanted to know more about the evils of McCarthyism, the ignorance of it, but because I wanted to read about the lady about whom the book was written, Florence James.

I knew her slightly; she was going to cast me as the leading lady in a production of Peg O’My Heart. That was quite a number of years ago. She was called away due to illness in the family and everything ground to a halt.

Florence James and her husband Burton were hugely successful in the theatre arts in the United States.

Then, in 1948, the Un-American Activities Committee had been formed and the witch hunt was on.

Artistic communities were under threat. Florence and her husband were taken into custody as suspected Communists, with fabricated accusations against them such as plans to blow up the Seattle waterworks. When Florence tried to speak, the judge shouted that there would be no Communist speeches. She was ordered out, but not allowed to walk out. She was dragged out by two policemen. When the lawyer rose to speak, he was thrown out.

And so it went. As we know, the evil tentacles of McCarthyism oozed into Saskatchewan, because its adherents insisted socialism was communism. It’s doubtful if they understood either.

The Burtons began to teach at Banff School of Fine Arts and then moved to Saskatchewan to become Canadians.

What the United States threw out became a gift to us. The latter part of the book awoke memories. Under Tommy Douglas’s CCF, there rose the Saskatchewan Arts Board, “designed to help the people enjoy a fuller, more satisfying community life.” This was before such a thing as the Canada Council.

The James team conducted drama workshops all over Saskatchewan.

And that was in the days of the wonderful Dominion

Selective history fails to reflect ‘80s economics Dear Editor Enough is enough of Russell Lahti’s rhetoric (“The bad old days,” Regional Optimist March 24). Presenting a small portion of the whole truth regarding the Devine years is so typically NDP. Take half of one per cent of the truth and present it as the whole truth. This is also called propaganda.

Now to the whole truth about the Devine years. During those years I doubt if there was any level of government that didn’t incur debt during the 1980s. To refresh memories and inform those that were not alive or old enough during the 1980s, one must remember the interest rates.

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Drama Festival, held annually back in the days when Canada was proud to use the title of Dominion.

Those were also the days when one-roomed country school houses joyfully entered elocution and oratory competitions every year. This was before Ontario had its Stratford Theatre.

(Just a little side note: after being in Saskatchewan, Florence James spent some time in Ottawa and classified it as “dull.”)

Woodrow Lloyd of the CCF cabinet stated that the arts were not a frill, but an education advantage. The present government of Saskatchewan got rid of part of the arts scene in this province, no more production of such shows as

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Alley trawlers may be up to no good Dear Editor Spring has sprung or soon, I hope. Living in a town or city is what you have to do to live, if you cannot afford the country life. Many areas of the urban landscape are designed to have back alleys. Back alleys are the perfect place for criminals to do business.

We have the main front street for traffic, but for some reason these people and others now use the back alley as their main route. I have a problem with this because my

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Corner Gas. I did not write this letter for political reasons. I just state facts.

I feel we are, in many ways, throwing away the arts in our communities, in many schools, in general. People seem more interested in the Mad Hatter, at present gleefully causing havoc in the United States, a man as dangerous in his own way as was Senator McCarthy. What a waste of money, huge sums of money the late Florence James would have been thrilled to use, as would those like her today.

Christine Pike Waseca Editor’s note: for a Saskatchewan BookPicks review of Fists Upon a Star turn to Page 26 of this edition.

father told me the alley was for service equipment or to clean back yards.

If you see vehicles going up and down the alley, they’re up to no good. If you see this type of activity try to get a licence number.

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Your scent can make some people sick Katrina, our Grade 6 daughter, reported the other day that scents are being banned from her classroom.

Apparently some people have been slathering on a bit too much, and that’s that.

No more stinky stuff.

Michelle and I could easily relate to that, having chaperoned many an air cadet dance at the time when Axe body spray was all the rage. The boys seemed to bathe in it before attending.

The Canadian Forces never issued us gas masks, but perhaps they should have.

It’s becoming common these days to see signs posted at workplaces declaring themselves to be scent-free.

It seems that more and more of us have become sensitized to all the stinky stuff that’s out there.

We have one friend who has dealt with this for many years. Roxanne says, “I stopped breathing due to Axe cologne at a former workplace and they had to call an ambulance and put me on oxygen. A lot of the

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year time policies don’t get put into place until someone has had a severe reaction or episode, which is great after the fact, but not very helpful when you’re struggling to breathe and trying not to pass out.”

In some ways, scents have become the peanuts of our society. A few people, but an increasing number, react so badly to peanuts (including potentially fatal allergic reactions), their presence can simply no longer be tolerated.

Pretty much anywhere you have kids now, peanuts are banned, and for good reason.

The question is, will the same become the case with scents and adults? Due to some people’s very strong reaction to scents, they may become banned from where all adults are. In other words, banned, period. You can smell nice at home, but don’t go anywhere like that.

I suspect the increase in allergic sensitivity (myself included) and scent sensitivity are related. Is it all the chemicals in our environment we are bombarded with from birth? Who knows?

The challenge is nearly all consumer products have some sort of scent included.

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1980s economic woes Continued from Page 4 I am sure at this point there are a few groans from those who do remember and also major groans from all farmers from those years.

Interest rates topped out at roughly 24 per cent.

Mortgage rates topped out at roughly 18 per cent.

These are rates from the bank not from credit card companies. Every government was trying to keep things afloat with those kinds of interest rates. In an effort to keep people from losing their homes, the Devine government brought in a budget where, among other things, the government paid the interest for any mortgages that had an interest rate above 13 per cent. I sure appreciated this when we had a mortgage renewal come due during those years.

The affect on farmers was brutal. One bank was aggressive in calling in farm loans during those years. The havoc that created and the emotional brutality those farmers went through was unbelievable. There were even governments that enacted legislation to help farmers dealing with this. There was a suicide help line for farmers.

To help put this into perspective, let’s look at interest rates today. Mortgages run about three to five per cent. Analysts predict a one per cent increase in mortgage rates would cause serious problems. So, how many people would be in dire straits if their mortgage went to 18 per cent?

Loans can be had for about four to six per cent.

What if you had to pay 20 per cent or higher for a bank loan? Could you survive that? There will be many

people who would say they just wouldn’t take a loan if rates were that high. What they don’t realize is that there are times you have no choice but to take a loan.

For example, if your furnace dies. What do you do if your child needs to take a student loan during these times? Would you tell them no, they can’t get an education? These are some pretty hard things to deal with.

I don’t recall for sure what credit card interest rates went to during this time but 36 to 39 per cent is probably a reasonable estimate.

The interest rates were a killer and the resulting interest expense on past debt was also brutal on government budgets. There

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were governments spending upwards of 40 cents on each tax dollar collected just to pay the interest on government debt. A lot of that government debt came from the years prior to the 1980s.

Add to this that virtually every government was incurring more debt during the 1980s just to try and keep the economy afloat.

This then snowballed on the interest expense side. Pretty brutal stuff.

Governments did what they could during those times. It didn’t matter if they were Conservative, NDP or Liberal. It was a horrible time to be running a government. This is the side that Mr. Lahti so conveniently left out.

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Name one hand soap, lotion, dish soap, shampoo, deodorant, antiperspirant or clothes detergent that has zero scents. You might score on the clothes detergent, but good luck on the rest.

I’m not sure how scentintolerant people handle those day-to-day scents, but I think the larger issue is the overpowering stuff – the perfumes and colognes.

They don’t seem to be nearly as common today as in days past. I was at a hockey tournament the other day, and my nose caught a whiff of the perfumes a small handful of women were wearing. But that was entirely it – perfumes were so few and far between that it registered in my mind.

These days, I very rarely encounter any sort of strong perfumes.

Those scent-free signs pose a conundrum to the perfume-wearers. Do they turn around and not go in?

Do they have a shower before entering? Do they come back another day when (if ever) they are not wearing a scent? Or, if they actually work there, do they simply not give a damn?

Roxanne adds, “There are still a fair number of people who seem to think it’s a personal attack on them if they’re asked not to wear scents in the workplace. I have a former

co-worker who now works at a different place that has been cautioned not to be obvious when someone who continues to wear perfume keeps stopping by her work area and causing allergic reactions, in case that person decides to file a grievance with the union because they feel their character is being assassinated. My friend has had to miss work due to the severity of the allergic reactions to this person’s perfume, but her employer is not being supportive.”

Then you’ve got places like pharmacies, whose

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This might sound like nanny-state thinking, but the ability to breathe is appreciated by most.

Like smoking and peanuts, strong scents may soon become the next pariah of our society. For those who can’t stand these scents, the sooner, the better.

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Four more years for Brad Wall and Sask. Party

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It is four more years for Premier Brad Wall and the Saskatchewan Party.

Polls closed across Saskatchewan in the provincial election at 8 p.m. Monday and news organizations were quick to project a Saskatchewan Party majority government.

The final seat totals have the Sask.. Party at 51 seats and the NDP 10. In the popular vote the Sask. Party had a commanding 62.63 per cent of the popular vote to 30.36 per cent for the NDP. The Liberals came in with 3.61 per cent, the Green Party 1.85 per cent and the Progressive Conservatives 1.29 per cent.

For the Sask. Party it was a historic night. It marks a third straight majority government, following on wins in the 2007 and 2011 elections.

Brad Wall becomes the first Saskatchewan premier since Allan Blakeney to win three consecutive majority governments – a feat not even Roy Romanow was able to accomplish when the NDP were reduced to a minority in the 1999 election.

This is also the first time a party not representing the CCF or New Democrats has won three elections in a row since the Liberals accomplished that feat early in the 20th century. Saskatchewan’s first premier, Walter Scott, led the Liberals to three election wins in 1905, 1908 and 1912, and after he left office in 1916 the Liberals remained in power until 1929, when the Conservatives formed a coalition government following that election.

For the NDP and their leader Cam Broten, this 2016 election marks a historic defeat – the first time

since Tommy Douglas’s historic 1944 win that the party has lost three consecutive elections.

Broten himself was narrowly defeated in Saskatoon Westview where he was seeking re-election.

The defeat throws into question Broten’s leadership of the party. In a statement

released Tuesday, Broten said he would take time to “consider how we move forward.”

Premier Wall was in Swift Current where he won easy personal re-election with 82 per cent of the vote.

Polls were open Monday across Saskatchewan and advance polls had also been

open across the province prior to that. Elections Saskatchewan reported Monday that 110,716 ballots were cast during the five days of advance polls, representing a turnout increase of 66 per cent from 2011.

Overall 426,706 votes were cast representing voter turnout of 56.83 per cent.

It turned out to be a great night for the Saskatchewan Party throughout the Northwest region.

Environment Minister Herb Cox was an easy winner in the Battlefords over Rob Feist of the NDP and Dexter Gopher of the Liberals. Meanwhile, Larry Doke ran away with Cut Knife-

Turtleford and Scott Moe was the winner in RosthernShellbrook. Randy Weekes also won an easy victory in Biggar-Saskatchewan Valley for the Sask. Party.

Up to date results from these ridings and others across the province can be found at http://results.elections.sk.ca/.

NDP’s Feist congratulates Cox on win

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The NDP challenge in the Battlefords fizzled right out when the returns came in on election night.

Candidate Rob Feist was buried by over 2,000 votes, a fate he shared with NDP candidates all over the province of Saskatchewan as his party ended up with 10 seats to the Saskatchewan Party’s 51. Feist received 2,233 votes compared to 4,248 votes for Herb Cox. About an hour after the polls closed and with the election results known, Feist went over to Cox’s campaign office on 100th Street to congratulate him on his win and on what was a clean campaign in the riding.

“We wanted to come in person and shake hands. It’s been a very respectful campaign, I think, on both sides, on all sides, really,” said Feist.

“While we disagreed on issues, and we disagreed on principles, everyone has been extremely respectful and I think that contributed to a good dialogue throughout the campaign.”

It was a disappointing, but not unexpected, outcome for the North Battleford lawyer who had gone into this election trying to overturn a more than 1,000-vote margin against the sitting envi-

ronment minister.

Despite the obstacles, Feist and his team ran an active campaign throughout the riding, knocking on doors across the Battlefords to get the message out.

Cox had pointed to the economy as a key reason the Saskatchewan Party won in the Battlefords. Feist had a similar view.

“The general strength of the economy over the past number of years has been the key issue in the campaign,” said Feist. “I think it was hard for us to present a different vision this time around.”

There wasn’t much to cheer about from a provincial perspective for the NDP, but Feist did point to a stronger and somewhat larger caucus with some new faces elected.

“Over the next four years we will do the work of holding the government to account,” said Feist.

“Those New Democratic MLAs who are going back to the legislature and those new MLAs are very strong, a little bit stronger in numbers, and we’re hopeful that as time progresses we’ll see a continued resurgence of the New Democratic Party in the province.”

Feist also voiced his support for Cam Broten, NDP leader, who went on to lose his seat in Saskatoon West-

Rob Feist congratulated Herb Cox on his election win in the Battlefords at the Saskatchewan Party campaign office on 100th Street. Photos by John Cairns

view at the end of the night.

“Cam is an excellent leader,” said Feist. “Cam has

just been the type of leader our party has needed. I hope that whatever decisions he

makes in his future he stays a strong contributor to the party.”

Herb Cox wins easily in the Battlefords Continued from Page 3 His win was part of the massive Saskatchewan Party victory across the province.

The Saskatchewan Party won 51 seats to the NDP’s 10, with 63 per cent of the vote. Cox’s vote percentage in the Battlefords almost mirrored the rest of the

province, with 60.7 per cent.

As for what the result means for the province and for Premier Brad Wall, Cox says it is back to the grindstone for everyone.

“I know the first thing the premier’s going to say is we get back to work,” said Cox. “That’s the first message

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he’s going to give to everybody, and we’re going to continue doing the things that we’re doing. As you know we’ve created 68,000 jobs in our first eight years and we’re going to continue to do that because that’s the way we can afford to do the things we need to do – build hospitals, repair highways, repair infrastructure. As you know, we inherited a huge infrastructure deficit and we’re going to continue to chip away at that, and build the infrastructure that we need in this province.”

It is not yet known if Cox will return to cabinet as environment minister or shift to a new role, but he indicated his willingness to serve in any role the premier sees fit.

Cox said he expected decisions on when the legislature will be called back into session and when a budget will be presented will come in the next few days.

Early return results brought smiles to the faces at Herb Cox’s campaign office Monday evening – and those smiles continued as the Sask. Party took a majority.

Students like Brad Wall, too

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

They may not yet be 18 years of age, but that didn’t prevent students at schools across Saskatchewan from having their say in the provincial election.

Student Vote Saskatchewan released the results of voting done by students at 273 elementary and high schools across the province.

A total of 19,758 votes were cast in all 61 constituencies and the results were released on Monday.

And who did the kids choose? The same folks

the parents chose: Brad Wall and the Saskatchewan Party.

They took 48 seats according to the student vote, compared to 13 for the NDP. In total votes, the Sask. Party received 10,092, the NDP 4283, the Green Party 2085, the Liberals 2046 and the PCs 304, with 80 voting Independent and 8 for the Western Independence Party Locally, students in the Battlefords had their say as well. Voting took place at Connaught, Notre Dame, St. Mary and École Père Mercure schools.

John Paul II Collegiate and McKitrick School also requested ballots but no votes were recorded.

The winner: Herb Cox of the Saskatchewan Party, with 64 votes for 45.07 per cent. Rob Feist of the NDP received 39 votes, Josh Hunt of the Green Party 34 and Dexter Gopher of the Liberals received five.

Over in neighbouring Cut Knife-Turtleford, Larry Doke got 276 votes to 52 for Danica Lorer of the NDP , 40 for Tammy Fairley Saunders of the Green Party, 30 for Rod Gopher of the Liberals and Rick Cline of the PCs got 21.

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RCMP investigating shots-fired incident Staff

Battlefords RCMP are seeking the assistance of the public in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for a shots-fired incident. There were no injuries.

RCMP report that at 5:25 a.m. Tuesday they received a complaint of several gunshots being fired in the area of Winder Crescent in North Battleford.

Witnesses indicate a person or persons fired several

shots into an apartment from between buildings 10807 and 10805 Winder Crescent.

A vehicle in the parking lot was also struck. The suspects used a small calibre firearm.

The suspects then got into a vehicle and took off at a high rate of speed. RCMP have since cleared the scene and the investigation into this matter is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact Battlefords RCMP

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Photos submitted to the News-Optimist show damage to a car and a building as well as markers indicating the location of casings on the ground around the car.

Battleford pedestrian struck by vehicle Staff At 4:15 p.m. Monday, Battlefords RCMP responded to a complaint of a vehicle striking a pedestrian.

The collision occurred in the Town of Battleford at the intersection of 22nd Street and 2nd Avenue.

A 55-year-old woman of Battleford was struck by a vehicle in an unmarked crosswalk as the vehicle rolled forward from the stop sign.

Battleford Fire Depart-

ment and WPD Ambulance attended the scene with RCMP. The pedestrian was transported to Battlefords Union

Hospital for observation as she struck her head on the pavement as a result of her fall. She was released from hospital later in the evening.

The driver of the vehicle was not injured. The investigation is continuing and no charges have been laid at this time.

Sharps pickup on 21st Avenue Staff North Battleford Fire Department is reporting a sharps pickup at the 9800 block of 21st Avenue.

Six needles were located

and disposed of by NBFD around 10:04 a.m. One personnel and one apparatus (a utility truck) was on scene for just under six minutes.

The fire department is

reminding people that if you should come across any needles, do not pick them up.

Report the problem and location, and let the fire department dispose of the needles.

On February 26 & 27, the Battlefords Trail Breakers Snowmobile Club hosted the SSA Provincial Snowmobile Festival.

We had great snow conditions and all that attended from everywhere in the province thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Poor or no snow conditions in the southern half of the province impacted our turnout but we made sure all those that came went home with positive impressions of our community, club and groomed trails and warm up shelters.

Our motto and theme for the weekend was “Come Ride the Wild, Wild Northwest “ and we were very successful in making a great impression on our guest riders.

This was one of our goals for hosting the festival.

Another goal was to raise money towards our trail maintenance and groomer purchases over the past few years. We have invested over $250,000 since our club was formed in 1998.

We have 450 km of trails to maintain, 2 groomers and snow drags, 10 warm up shelters, thousands of signs and stakes, fuel, insurance, etc.

Operating through the season is a real challenge financially but because of a very strong group of volunteers we have become one of the premier clubs in the province.

We were very successful in raising a large amount of money towards reducing our debt.

SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE ITEM DONORS BRONZE WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING: • Zip Stop • Co-op FF2 City of North Battleford for allowing trails to our local hotels • Anderson Pumphouse Ltd. • Family Pizza • Jackfish Lodge • Canadian Seed Coaters Destination Battleford • Home Building Centre • A&W • No Frills Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association and its executive • Zekes • Aquadeo Golf • Gold Eagle Lodge Federated Co-op for Festival Awards • Canadian Tire • Triod Supply • Sobeys Major Corporate Sponsors • Corby Lehman • Mark’s Work Wearhouse • McDonalds Restaurant - Arctic Cat • Four K Auto • Splish Splash • Garry’s Construction Ltd. - Bombardier Recreational Products • Nutters • Hardy Plant Nursery • Innovation Residential Investments Ltd. • Jewellery Connection - Yamaha Canada • Sound City • Rapid Refrigeration (Mechechrans) • Miller’s Belgian Blues - Polaris • Stella & Dot • Farm Parts • Gold Canyon • Ryan Spence Equipment Ltd. - Saskatchewan Lotteries • Empress Gifts • Kitchen Zone • UAP/NAPA Auto Parts/Farm Parts - SaskTel • Freedom Skate & Snow • Milbankes • Cargill Limited - Harvest Meats • Nucerity • Dr. Stacie Churchill Dental Prof. Corp. • Dairy Queen • Second To None Caterers • Battleford Furniture • Bootlegger • Splish Splash Auto RV & Pet Wash • Ray Lesko and his bar crew • Craig & Co. • Betty Bubbles • Cockburn Construction Ltd. • Blue Mountain Adventures for media luncheon • M&M Meat Shops • Logan’s Day Spa • North Battleford Agencies (1980) Ltd. • Kramer Auction for their great service and facilities • Taco Time • Prairie Pantry - Epicure • Rainbow Toyota • Our banquet emcee - Heath Gabruch • Bill & Don’s • Tim Hortons • Brio Boutique • Innovation Credit Union • Danny and the Dusters • Lorass • Guy’s Furniture • Spence Equipment • North Battleford Hyundai • Kyle Fauchon - drone video recorder • North West College • Boston Pizza • Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC • Greg Lightfoot and his shuttle bus • Table Mountain • WDM • Pawlus Insurance Services Ltd. • Valley Ford for shuttle van and our chauffeur - Scott Sutton • Blue Mountain • CAA • Charabin Seed Farms • Jim Schmidt & Brian Erickson for horse drawn sleigh rides • Bee-J’s • Eecol Electric THE FOLLOWING LOCAL CORPORATE SPONSORS: • SIGA • Parkland Equipment • North West All Terrain • J.D. MacDonald Enterprises Ltd. PLATINUM • Brenda Cubbon • RBM Architecture • Polaris Industries Inc. • Battlefords Hotel Association • Bombardier Recreation Products GOLD WINNER of • Yamaha Canada • Nu-Tec Embroidery 1979 Polaris • Arctic Cat • Northland Power FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL • Norsask Farm Equipment Vintage • Severs Oilfield Services Ltd. • Craig & Co. Apparel Ltd. Snowmobile • Precision Denture Clinic • Silvester RV Centre • Glaslyn Businesses (Wiener Roast) SILVER JEFFREY NESS, • Advantage Powder Coating Inc. • Freedom RV and Marine Ltd. • Ultra Print Services Saskatoon, SK • Cavalier Agrow Ltd. • Twin City Transmission Ltd. Special thanks to all 80 plus volunteers that worked very hard for the past 2 years in hosting one of the best SSA Festivals in recent years.

• Fountain Tire Ltd. Thanks to all the landowners who have been very supportive of our trail system and who we appreciate the privilege of riding on their land.

• K.R. Electric Ltd. We will do everything possible to maintain a great relationship and encourage all riders to respect your property.

• Deemaur Farms Ltd. • • • • •

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Agri-Mex on this weekend Staff

Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: What is your reaction to the federal budget?

• It’s good news, especially for infrastructure and for First Nations in Canada.

25% • The spending is needed, but the deficit is a concern.

10% • The deficit is out of control! We will have to pay the piper eventually.

65%

This week’s News-Optimist online poll:

Hockey fights – both on the ice and in the stands – have been in the news lately. What is your view of hockey fights?

• These recent incidents are a disgrace and fighting in hockey should be banned completely.

• More suspensions and stiffer fines would control fighting, but don’t completely get rid of it.

• Enough is probably being done right now to control fighting.

• There aren’t enough fights! Hockey needs to return to what it was in the rock-em-sockem 70s era!

It’s that time of year. It’s spring, and that means Agri-Mex. The Battlefords Agricultural Society’s annual farm, trade and home show will begin Friday, April 8 and run until Sunday, April 10 at the Battlefords Exhibi-

tion Park.

Hours on Friday and Saturday are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday’s hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Agricultural Society proclaims Agri-Mex as the largest show in the area, and it is extensively advertised.

“Every year over 5,000 consumers from the Battl-

efords and its surrounding communities attend AgriMex to see the latest in new ideas and innovations for the farm and home.

“Many businesses, implement dealers and others capitalize on the number of people coming to town, by hosting various open-houses, customer appreciation

events, which help to ensure people come to town,” states the Battlefords Agricultural Society.

“The show draws people from a 160-kilometre radius. This is the 31st year we have operated this event and it has become well known in Saskatchewan and Alberta.”

Don Francks dies; lived on Red Pheasant Staff An actor and jazz musician with strong ties to Red Pheasant First Nation has passed away. Don Francks died this past weekend at age 84.

His varied career in music and entertainment spanned several decades in Canada and the United States and ranged across the stage, screen, radio and TV. Francks was known for various Hollywood roles that included a lead role on Jericho and roles on The Wild Wild West, The Man from U.N.C.L.E, Mannix and Mission: Impossible. In more recent years he had a regular role as Walter on La

Femme Nikita.

He was also an active jazz musician who performed live and appeared on numerous CBC specials.

His recordings included Jackie Gleason Says No One In This World is like Don Francks, Lost... and Alone and the motion picture soundtrack to Finian’s Rainbow, a movie he also

appeared in.

Born in British Columbia, Francks moved to Red Pheasant First Nation with his wife, Lili Francks, and lived there during the 1970s.

There, he was adopted as Cree and given the name “Iron Buffalo.”

He soon returned to performing as narrator of the CBC series This Land,

and had an active career in voiceover work as well. He was also an environmental activist, particularly with Greenpeace, and motorcycle enthusiast.

Francks’ death was confirmed on his website, which stated “Iron Buffalo finished his earthwalk on 3 April 2016, at the age of 84 years young. What a ride.”

• Never mind fights on the ice! It’s when fans start fighting that it becomes concerning.

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Tecvalco takes over Grit’s assets and lines

By Brian Zinchuk Pipeline News

Wayne King has sold off most of Grit Industries. File photo

Victor Kiam, president of Remington products, for years had an advertising campaign where he would say, “I liked the shaver so much, I bought the company.”

A similar situation has taken place in North Battleford and Lloydminster, where Mike Menger, owner of Niagara Falls-based Tecvalco Ltd., bought the assets of Grit Industries. The difference is, instead of shavers, the primary product is Cold Weather Technologies indirect line heaters.

Wayne King, one of the most unique characters in the Lloydminster oilfield, has sold off most of his business, Grit Industries, to Tecvalco effective March 1.

King has a long history of inventing and bringing new technologies to market.

Those products have ranged

from sand-handling in heavy oil to natural gas heating systems to tank heaters to secondary containment, just to name a few.

Asked by email how the sale came about, King responded in kind March 9. He wrote, “I know that the word is out.

“This has been going on for quite some time. The company that I sold the manufacturing division to, as well as the Cold Weather Technology natural gas and flammable liquid heating systems that I developed over the last 15 years, is a company out of Niagara Falls with offices in Edmonton. They were my Canadian manufacturing reps for all of Canada in the natural gas market, except for SaskEnergy in Saskatchewan. They wanted to grow their company into the U.S. market and with Grit’s recent success in the Bakken, in North Dakota heating light oil they saw this

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as an opportunity. They are younger and full of enthusiasm. Me, I am turning 65 this December, took one week off in the last eight years, work too much, and decided that I needed to clean up my mess before I die.

“It was a good life in the product development arena.

It is very risky, very costly, never know where you are going to end up, and different issues come at you on a regular basis, sometimes positive, sometimes negative.

I could write a book over the last 30 years of starting with nothing other than enthusiasm and a dream and working on technology to make a difference in this world. I have been supported by people such as you and your group, oil companies, regulatory bodies, engineers, and many others, and I must thank them all. The CWT technology took me over 10 years to have introduced into light oil but now it is there, with companies really seeing the value.

“I started the company with a $50,000 grant from the Alberta government as seed money in 1984 now, in 2016, I have sold. I will continue to do product development in some form till I die and have one or two new products that I am going to introduce this summer as product prototypes.

“Thanks again for your support over the years,” King concluded.

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Mike Menger is the owner of Tecvalco. He explained by phone March 9, “We’ve been the distributor for the Cold Weather Technologies side of Grit Industries for all of Canada except Saskatchewan.

So we’re very familiar with the product line. I found out through the grapevine there was a possibility Wayne was interested in selling. I was able to approach him, and we started negotiating a while back, and we did purchase the assets of the company March 1.”

The value of the transaction was not disclosed.

Tecvalco has been around since 1980. Menger purchased it in 2002. They’ve had a presence in Edmonton since 2004. The company

started doing sales into the United States in September 2015.

“We sell to the Canadian natural gas industry, mostly, we also sell to utility contractors, wholesalers for plumbing and gas, and products to Canadian municipalities. We’ve very much (from) burner tip, back to the well, involved in the Canadian gas industry.”

King is staying on as a consultant, with a multi-year agreement.

“We’re happy to have his ability and expertise and we hope to work with him for many years to come,” Menger said.

King retained one product line and Grit still exists as a corporate entity, but nearly all of its lines are now with Tecvalco. This includes their Cold Weather Technologies heaters and G55 secondary containment lines.

It also includes a 10-year lease on the North Battleford factory King set up several years ago. That facility had long been the manufacturing facility for Peak Manufacturing Inc., a recreational vehicle maker, until it shut down. The Canadian RV manufacturing sector all but disappeared in that time frame due to the strength of the Canadian dollar making American-made units more affordable to Canadians. WinAlta took over the plant for a few years, continuing with RVs before trying its hand at ruggedized campers for the oilfield as well as wellsite shacks. That, too, eventually shut down.

King had found the Lloydminster labour market was too pricey to maintain manufacturing there, so he moved manufacturing to North Battleford, into the former Peak plant in 2011.

Menger said, “I’m leasing it. I made a 10-year commitment to the community of North Battleford. I’ve rented a house here. I plan on living here at least half the year. I’m impressed with the community. It’s a nice place. I like North Battleford.”

He even contributed to the vet bill of a local dog that made headlines after it was shot.

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Planning for growth, going global with NB-built products Continued from Page 10 “I did everything I could to maintain as many employees as possible. We’re basically putting two companies together and making it Tecvalco. I do care about people. I’m not looking at this as a short-term gain. It’s a large factory that has capacity for more goods to be manufactured out of it. I’m hoping the net turnaround in the next couple years is we’re hiring and hiring and hiring and hiring! And we’re not going anywhere. We’re staying in North Battleford,” Menger said.

Prior to the acquisition, Tecvalco had 24 employees.

They were able to retain 54 of the 62 people Grit had.

“We kept as many as we could,” he said.

They will maintain a research and development facility in Lloydminster.

Cold Weather Technologies had become a major part of Tecvalco’s business.

“I was motivated by the fact I didn’t want it to fall into the hands of someone who would take it to China or to India. I wanted to keep the company and the jobs in Canada. I approached Wayne from that perspective. I’m a family guy, a hard-working person who owns his own business, just like Wayne, (but) a bit younger. We connected from the standpoint that Mike has his morals and beliefs and hard work ethic in the right place, and that’s the kind of guy that I would be willing to move my business with.”

Menger is 47.

“I really do care about keeping jobs in Canada. It’s important to me that we em-

ploy people in Canada. How else do we have a society if everything is made somewhere else?” Menger said.

“The product is being made here, the innovation is here. The talent is here. The smart people are here. All I want to do is come in and make it better.”

Tecvalco has largely been a distributor. They are the manufacturer of record of a product called Diamondback, but don’t do the actual making of it. The absorption of much of Grit into Tecvalco changes the dynamic.

As a distributor, he’s spent a lot of time working with manufacturers on developing their products and bringing them to market.

Menger said, “I’ve been a casual observer (of manufacturing), but I’m a fast learner. I’ve had it in my heart that I’ve been saying for 10 years: I want to be a manufacturer. I want to bring Tecvalco to the next level, to fully integrate ourselves through distribution, manufacturing, and research and development of new products.

“I’ve pushed forward as far as I possibly could so that we could get to this point. It’s been a long road to get here, but I know I have a great team behind me.

There’s a great team here.

We put these two together (and) the future looks very bright for Tecvalco.”

Growing up, his father had a small factory making doors for fireplaces, inspiring Menger’s desire to, one day, be a manufacturer himself.

“We made the CWT line our number one product

New products being assembled in North Battleford. Photo submitted

we’re selling. It’s passed everything else. We love it. We love the technology. There’s great market potential to take it across North America and possibly take it across the world at some point.

“The goal is to make this as global as we can,” Menger said.

The oilfield portion of Grit’s work has been down, in line with the downturn of the industry, but on their G55 secondary containment line, Menger wants to continue promoting it and to bring on new dealers.

King’s recent development of concrete panel products has been excluded from the deal.

This factory in North Battleford once made recreational vehicles. For the last five years it has made Cold Weather Technologies indirect line heaters used in the natural gas utility market. Photo submitted

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Chapel Gallery to re-open with members’ show Staff Since the Walking With Our Sisters memorial exhibition closed in early February, the Chapel Gallery has been mostly closed for repairs.

Leah Garven, curator/ manager of galleries for the City of North Battleford, says this has played havoc with the exhibition scheduling. However, she has announced the gallery will be

re-opening April 16, provided the contractors are finished with their work.

Garven says due to the tentative nature of construction, there is no formal exhibition scheduled for this spring, so the gallery members have been called in to fill the gap.

Gallery members and members of the Battlefords Art Club have been invited to submit two recent works or two best works for the

CRA fraudsters on the loose again Staff

Once again, local residents are being targeted by a common phone scam, just in time for tax season.

It’s commonly known as the Canada Revenue Agency scam, and involves calls, emails and text messages from scammers, claiming to be Canada Revenue Agency.

What happens is fraudsters contact their targets by letter, phone, email or text message claiming that there is a tax refund pending or that a person owes money to “CRA”. Often, the messages have included threatening messages where the voice at the other end claims a lawsuit has been filed or an arrest warrant issued, along with a number to call for more information.

The City of North Battleford has issued a news release about the scam, noting that North Battleford residents have been a target of these tax extortion scams.

The City is reminding everyone to be cautious and alerted when they are contacted by “CRA.” The City’s news release notes the website http:// www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fraudprevention states the CRA will never ask for personal information by email or text message, will never request payment by prepaid credit card, will never ask to share personal tax information with another person or organization, (unless agreed that it can be shared), will never leave personal information on an answering machine, and will never threaten or use coercive language.

If you are contacted by scammers the CRA advises to hang up the phone or to delete the message. If in doubt, people can check their CRA “My Account” or call 1-800-959-8281 to verify the presumed refund or debt.

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Officer injured while making arrest of fleeing suspect Staff One Battlefords RCMP officer was injured while arresting a man Monday.

The suspect was not injured during the arrest that occurred after the suspect fled on a bicycle, but the officer sustained an injury to his shoulder. He was taken to hospital and was released shortly afterwards.

Police say the officer will

make a full recovery and is being supported by the RCMP. Several complaints were received over the weekend of April 2 about an adult male being involved in criminal activity.

Following an investigation, the man was identified and it was determined he had existing warrants for his arrest.

When the RCMP located the man and attempted to arrest him, he fled on a bicycle and was apprehended at a traffic intersection after a brief foot chase.

According to police, the arrest was captured on a private dash camera and police have obtained the footage for investigative purposes.

In the footage those making the arrest are all members

of the Battlefords RCMP Municipal Detachment.

Some are in police uniform and some are wearing plain clothes.

RCMP say capturing of police activities on video is a common occurrence and many examples of this can be found on social media.

Police say they do not have a copy of the video to provide to media agencies.

Sound of siren not forgotten

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The accidental setting off of the old fire alarm in Battleford just over two weeks ago is still a topic of conversation.

Monday evening during their regular council meeting, Battleford town councillors were talking about the break-in that resulted in a siren going off at 11:30 p.m. March 22. They noted that as far as they’ve heard no one has been caught.

The Town is looking into

a new security system for the building topped by the siren – the parks and recreation workshop that used to be the community’s fire hall. Located at the west end of 26th Street, next door to what is now the fire hall and to the Town’s works department compound, the building was entered by a would-be burglar or burglars by smashing the front windows.

It is assumed, although not known for certain, that the culprits were trying to

turn on the fuel pump in order to steal fuel when they turned on the breaker for the siren that was used to call firefighters to the fire hall back in what Deputy Fire Chief Geoff Thompson describes as “the old days.”

Although it hasn’t been used in years, it had never been disconnected.

When the siren went off, the intruders left by the side door. Nothing seems to have been taken.

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“There must have been 60 cars,” said Councillor Ames Leslie, who is also a volunteer firefighter.

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North Stars play to extend season Saturday

By Dustin Saracini Sports Editor

The fourth tilt of the series would be a night and day difference from game three, one that saw the Bombers fill the net in the opening period, jumping out to a 3-0 lead. They wouldn’t look back, going on to defeat the North Stars 5-2.

“They caught us standing still and back on our heels,” Head Coach Kevin Hasselberg said after the game. “We didn’t respond quick enough.”

The start didn’t go as planned as Curtis Roach gave the Flin Flon Bombers an early 1-0 advantage.

After going a full 60 minutes without finding the back of the net a night ago, Roach fired a shot from the blue line, beating Tyler Fuhr just a minute into the tilt, through the five-hole. The Bombers came out strong

and made it apparent that game four would be no cake walk.

Minutes later it was Baxter Kanter and Rory Davidson going the length of the ice shorthanded on a twoon-one. Kanter made a crisp go-ahead feed to Davidson to spring him for a breakaway but Zac Robidoux was equal to the task with a tremendous pad save.

In transition, the Bombers took a two-goal advantage, scoring on the power play. After a fearless shot block, the puck found its way onto the stick of Rylee Zimmer who deposited it into the back of the net for his first of the playoffs. Jason Lavallee drew the assist.

The roles completely reversed at the Whitney Forum as Roach registered his second point, finding Alex Smith on the power play for his fourth goal of the postseason.

The North Stars had some work to do, heading into the first intermission down 3-0, while being outshot 24-5.

In the middle frame, the Bombers kept pouring it on.

Roach scored his second of the game and tallied his third point of the night. After corralling a pass from Smith, Roach rifled a shot through traffic, beating Fuhr, who couldn’t pick up the puck. 4-0. The goal was their third straight power play mark. Ryan Rewerts came in to relieve Fuhr of his duties.

The North Stars answered back on a man advantage goal for themselves.

Coby Downs and Connor Sych played pitch and catch before finding Layne Young in the slot. Young was able to snipe a shot over the glove of Robidoux for his sixth of the playoffs, breathing life into the Battlefords bench.

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The momentum would be short lived, as the Bombers beat Rewerts on a shorthanded goal by Greyson Reitmeier three minutes later. Slicing down the ice, Smith found Reitmeier in a quality scoring area, beating the North Stars netminder to restore the four-goal advantage. With the assist, Smith tallied his third point of the tilt.

Ryan Rosenberg and the North Stars frantically tried to get back in the game, hitting the back of the net, but not before it was taken off of its pegs. There was also some deliberation later on

in the period as whether or not a puck crossed the line.

One official signaled a goal for the Battlefords, but after a conversation the goal was waved off. A much better second period was all for none as the black and white still trailed 5-1 heading into the final 20 minutes.

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With three minutes remaining, the North Stars had another goal waved off after jamming a loose puck into the back of the net. The official had whistled the play dead after losing track of where the puck was. That was as close as the black and white would get, taking the 5-2 loss while being outshot 50-39.

It’s no secret this was not the North Stars game from the opening puck drop to the final whistle. Pucks that crossed the goal line were waved off, and an uncharacteristic off night from the penalty kill ultimately did the team in. This being said, the season is far from over.

The fourth win is always the toughest to get, and it will be harder in front of a home crowd.

The season now shifts to do-or-die mode this Saturday at the Civic Centre.

Puck drops at 7:30 p.m. and we’ll see you then.

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North Stars dominate in hostile territory

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The odds were stacked against the Battlefords North Stars after dropping two straight heartbreaking games at home. A 3-1 loss and a 5-4 overtime bout paved the way in this series as the black and white travelled to Flin Flon to play inside one of the more hostile environments in the SJHL, the Whitney Forum.

“We have heart,” Coby Downs said following the game two loss. Heart is what the Battlefords were going to need if they wanted to take game three in an arena where they had yet to win in all season.

Well, they walked into unfamiliar territory and dominated. The attack from the North Stars was absolutely relentless throughout the game, capping off a three-goal first period with a 4-0 win.

“When Flin Flon comes on the ice you can’t even hear yourself. It’s just a tremendous atmosphere and I really like the composure of our team to play under those circumstances,” Hasselberg

said following the victory.

“We have an amazing atmosphere at the Civic Centre as well, so, the longer this series goes the more exciting it’s going to get for the fans and the more intense it’s going to get for the players.”

The North Stars’ play echoed the words from Downs early on. Just five minutes in, the black and white looked to catch the Bombers on a bad change.

Braydon Buziak was able to corral the puck in the offensive zone before firing a drag shot from the left faceoff circle and into the back of the net for his second goal in as many games. For the first time in the semifinals, the Battlefords opened the scoring.

Layne Young scored his first of the series and fifth of the playoffs five minutes later. Downs spotted the rookie of the year in the offensive zone before he cut into the slot, sniping a shot just under the bar to make it 2-0 North Stars. The black and white were capitalizing on their opportunities, beating Brenden Newton twice on seven shots.

You would think the pre-

Tyler Fuhr comes out of his crease to dab Dustin Gorgi after his second goal of the game. North Stars went on to win 4-0. Photo by Jonathon Naylor / The Reminder

vious two games left a bad taste in the locker room of the North Stars, as they kept coming. This time it was Dustin Gorgi getting in on the fun, potting his third of the playoffs, rifling a shot from a sharp angle on the goal line. The wrister beat Newton over the blocker, making it three unanswered goals for the black and white.

Baxter Kanter and Rory Davidson collaborated on the tally. The mark chased Newton from the game after

allowing three goals on nine shots. Zac Robidoux took over in between the pipes.

Shots were 19-9 in favour of the North Stars through 20 minutes of play.

Flin Flon tried to battle back quickly in the middle frame. Off the draw the Bombers worked the puck into the offensive zone, but Tyler Fuhr was equal to the task as Flin Flon jammed away at his pads. Brandon Switzer later had a great opportunity to cut the deficit to

great job of blocking shots and plugging up the slot area, we have to show a determined effort to get into those areas to beat a hot goalie.

DS: What was the message going into the first intermission in game two?

There were many uncharacteristic turnovers in the defensive zone, but after that the North Stars really poured it on. What does it say about your team, having the ability to come back from a 3-1 deficit to take the game into overtime?

KH: I think everyone in our dressing room was not happy with how we played over the course of the first two games. Our puck management wasn't at a level

that we are capable of, and we are confident our players will be better in game three.

We want to generate more speed through the neutral zone and in order to do that, we have to be cleaner coming out of our zone.

DS: After round one, it was your top line that had scored 14 of the 18 goals.

Now you are getting offensive support up and down the lineup. The energy line of Baxter Kanter, Rory Davidson and Logan Nachtegaele has been absolutely fantastic in all three zones on the ice thus far. Was getting offensive production from all four lines something you addressed going into your series against Flin Flon?

KH: Production from

two but his wrister bounced off the post. Joel Kocur stared down an open net minutes later but was unable to capitalize.

Going the other way, Gorgi solved Robidoux for his second goal of the night on the power play. Davidson extended his point streak to three games with a great feed. After cutting down the wing and into the slot, Davidson found Gorgi down low, who finished off the play by picking up a rebound and depositing a backhander.

4-0 North Stars. Kanter drew his second helper of the tilt on the goal.

Shots after 40 minutes were 35-22 in favour of the black and white.

In the final frame, Fuhr came up with his biggest save of the night. Through traffic, the North Stars netminder found a way to stop a Nick Shumlanski wrist shot, keeping the Bombers off the board with just over 12 minutes remaining.

The frustration from the Flin Flon Bombers was on full display in the third period as Adam Wilson jumped Kanter after he delivered a punishing hit. The

two exchanged jabs before the North Stars enforcer laid an absolute bomb of a right hand hook to the jaw of Wilson, dropping him to the ice.

“Heart” is what the Battlefords needed and it’s what they played with. Fuhr backstopped the North Stars to a 34-save shutout and, like his offence, performed at an elite level in the biggest game of the season.

“When the pressure was on, our guys didn’t buckle.

Fuhr came up with some huge saves for us. We slowly got momentum in each period and we hung on to it … That’s one down and we got to get one more in this rink,” Hasselberg said after the game.

The man advantage came back with another solid night, scoring twice on seven attempts, keeping the crowd quiet for most of the tilt.

The win now guarantees North Stars hockey at the Civic Centre this upcoming Saturday.

News-Optimist THREE STARS 1) Tyler Fuhr (34 saves, SO) 2) Dustin Gorgi (2 G) 3) Baxter Kanter (2 A)

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DS: It seems as though the North Stars are getting healthy at the right moments.

Getting Dustin Gorgi back was big, but now having a healthy Reed Delainey back in the lineup for a full round must be a morale boost for your locker room.

KH: We are confident in our roster and excited to see what our lineup will do at the Whitney Forum. The players are motivated to play the game at a level that is a reflection of the season they earned.

DS: Game one was one of the best defensive games from both teams this season. Tyler Fuhr and Brenden Newton put on an absolute show in front of over 1,800 fans at the Civic Centre.

What kind of adjustments did you make throughout the game and what was your plan on beating Newton, a goalie who has been on a bit of a hot streak this playoffs?

KH: We made minor adjustments in that game.

When goalies are performing as well as Newton and Fuhr are, you need to put more traffic and more pucks to the net. Flin Flon did a

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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Sharks have gotten off to an early start as they prepare to put together a roster for their 2016-17 female AAA midget team.

The Sharks held their annual spring camp on Saturday and Sunday at the North Battleford Civic Centre. The camp was open to female players born between 1999 and 2003, with the goal to identify players to play for the Sharks next season, as well as those interested in playing for the Sharks in the future.

The activities Saturday saw registration and player meetings in the morning followed by games during the day. The players were divided into four teams, with four games scheduled for Saturday and two more on Sunday. The last contest was a full Black versus White game Sunday afternoon.

The games each consisted of two, 25 minutes halves; the black-white game also included a shootout at the end.

The camp saw a good turnout of players as well as their families and a few fans who were simply happy to see any hockey being played at all at the Civic Centre this time of the year.

The Sharks aren’t just looking for new players.

They are also looking for a new coach with the depar-

It was a very busy weekend for hockey at the Civic Centre in North Battleford. Not only were they hosting the North Stars playoff games, but potential Battlefords Sharks players took to the ice. Photo by John Cairns

ture of Ashley Rafuse after this past season.

Gary Berggren has taken on head coach duties on an interim basis for now during the spring camp.

Rafuse prepared a statement as to why she is leaving the Battlefords.

“I have decided to resign this year as head coach. I have decided it is time to take a year for myself and my husband as we look towards starting a family. It was by no means an easy decision, as I have put countless hours into the program, which makes it hard to step away from.

I am going to miss many things about coaching the AAA program, but most of all I will miss the girls.

I have confidence in the group of individuals taking

over and am very hopeful they will continue to move the program forward. I will be volunteering to help out

in any way I can and have a good relationship with the manager, director and potential head coach, so I will still be involved and available to them if they need me.”

The Sharks were accepting applications for a permanent head coach through the end of this week. It is expected they will have a coach in place soon after that.

The Battlefords are coming off a less than stellar season, but are looking to rebound in a big way for the upcoming campaign.

After opening the season with two straight wins, the Sharks faltered over the course of the year, finishing with a 3-23-0-2 record.

The ladies have some

Taking it one game at a time Continued from Page 14 The Davidson line has been fantastic this series.

DS: Dropping two very close games at home, it's evident that the North Stars could easily be on top 2-0 instead of trailing by one game. What kind of mentality does the team have heading into hostile territory? Are you taking it one game at a time?

Certainly if any team can mount a come back in the playoffs, its the regular season champions.

KH: We definitely take things one game at a time.

We control the things we can control and we get excited to play. The Whitney is a fun place to play and we are excited for the challenge that we face going into game three. We have to earn our bounces and we have to earn the small victories on the ice.

Our players are ready and we are prepared to compete and work hard to get the series back to even terms.

Games between various teams highlighted Saturday’s activity. The highlight on Sunday was the Black versus White game to wrap up the weekend. Photo by John Cairns

promising players returning, but still have a big hole in between the pipes as both Shelby Tornato and Chloe

Marshall have committed to play hockey at the college level. Sharks hockey is just around the corner.

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On Wednesday, March 23, at the Li King café in Battleford, I met with Brian Wappel, Don Toovey and, by telephone, Larry Knibbs from Estevan. It was a great interview. I asked questions and took extensive notes. The three former members of the great band Battle Creek shared memories, reminisced and joked about the great times they had playing together.

I thank them for the story, and I thank Brian Wappel for editing this article.

Larry Knibbs put the forerunner to Battle Creek together in 1979.

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Brian played lead guitar, banjo and accordion. Larry Knibbs played guitar and sang lead, Don Toovey played drums and sang back up vocals. Walter Korolchuk played bass guitar and sang back up. Larry Knibbs was the band leader. Frank McConnell looked after the sound board. Al Cook was responsible for selling

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Battle Creek Continued from Page 18 In an interesting side note, on one occasion, Battle Creek was playing in a bar in Wilkie. Both the band and crowd were having a great time. Harry Startup and his band were playing in the other bar in town but things were rather quiet.

So Harry and his band shut down early and came over to party with Battle Creek (all of the band members in the Battlefords dance bands were friends with each other and even stepped in to play with their friends’ band if a musician couldn’t make it).

On another note, there is a city in Michigan, USA called Battle Creek. Al Cook’s sister lived in or near Battle Creek and wanted the band to go do a gig there. Promotional material was sent. Some community members got wind of Battle Creek from North Battleford and invited the band to come down and play. The band members seriously considered going down but ultimately declined.

On yet another note, the band once played for a bull sale in Sundry, Alta. Don left his drum stool in the middle of the bald prairie.

A cowboy scooped it up and shipped it back to North Battleford.

Larry, Brian, Don and Walter also seriously contemplated quitting their jobs and going full time with the band. Larry was involved in real estate, Brian owned his own business, Don was working with North West Optical and Walter was a school teacher. In the end, they decided against it.

A fundamental characteristic of Battle Creek was that they liked to have fun, party down, joke around and really enjoy themselves when they played. And, of course, the band’s attitude was contagious. The crowd picked up on it and joined the party. Don Toovey used to wear pink slippers (on one occasion at a wedding dance, a couple managed to acquire Don’s slippers, but with a heroic effort, Al Cook managed to retrieve them). Don also wore one of those giant foam hats. During the dance it invariably made its way through the crowd. The band also brought a garbage bag full of Battle Creek ball hats to dances and traded with the crowd. Everybody wore a lot of different hats during the evening. And there were the jokes. Band members told jokes over a mike – one liners and some a little longer. Once at a wedding, band members engaged in Indian wrestling with the bride and groom. Sometimes the band wore a big nose and big glasses combo on stage to mimic Walter Korolchuk.

Brian said, “We laughed so hard and had so much fun.”

Don laughed and said, “We were ridiculous.” It was all good extroverted fun. This party attitude became a band trade mark.

Don noted that for all of the years they played together, they always had help to

Battle Creek’s 45 of Sweet Canadian Girl was released in 1984.

At right, a drawing by Julian Sadlowski was featured on the back cover of Battle Creek’s album. Photos submitted

tear down and pack equipment out to the bus. This was a testament to their fan’s love and affection for them.

It would be inconceivable for a band with the talent and reputation like Battle Creek to not have the opportunity to open for some of the great professional bands who toured our area.

So for example, Battle Creek opened for the Good Brothers at the Agriplex in 1983, and for Ronnie Prophet, the Mercy Brothers, and Glory Anne Carriere at a jamboree at Silver Lake north of Maidstone.

It wasn’t all fun and smooth sailing, however. A band that played over a 100 engagements a year could expect a few rough spots now and then. On one occasion they were playing in a small town and the locals got stone drunk and started fighting among themselves – throwing beer bottles at each other. It was a riot.

When Larry Knibbs’ dad passed away, Larry left after the funeral to honour a commitment to play at the Manhatten ball room (east of Saskatoon). It was a very difficult evening.

Practices were held in Larry’s garage on 110th Street and later at Alec Smith’s house on 97th Street.

Often neighbours would get into the spirit of things and start dancing. Practices could last for hours, particularly when there was new material to learn. There wasn’t a lot of joking around at practices. It was serious business. The band felt an obligation to their fans to be the best they could be.

The band drove to dances in a 36-passenger modified tan-coloured school bus. It was insulated, carpeted, had extra heat and benches with arm rests. There was also an eight foot storage area in the back. “Battle Creek” in large letters was posted on the exterior sides of the bus. All band members had a hand in working on the bus but Walter Korolchuk did the lion’s share. It was a very efficient and comfortable vehicle. There was always a designated driver (Walter Korolchuk drove 80 per cent of the time) and the rest of the band could sleep on the way home. The band often pulled into North Battleford at 5 or 6 a.m.

Battle Creek needed a 36 passenger vehicle to haul all of its equipment – large base bins, mid bins drums, sound

equipment, guitars and cases and other instruments, mike and music stands, lights etc. The band had a huge amount of equipment, all of it high quality and expensive (Fender guitars and Ludwig drums for example).

The band needed big equipment because they played a lot of large halls and arenas.

In 1982, the band released a long play album (a Larry Knibbs initiative) with great songs – both original and cover. The cover of the album had a picture of an attractive woman dressed in denim with a Battle Creek pin-on button. Over the years many of Battle Creek’s fans wanted to know who the young woman on the album cover was. Don Toovey said, “It was unbelievable how many people wanted to know.” The band even made it a competition. But my understanding is that the band didn’t tell them and the fans were unable to determine who she was. To this day,

only Battle Creek’s album producer, Gord Pendleton, knows who the young woman is. On the back cover was a Julian Sadlowski drawing of the band in a canoe going up the Battle River (first song on the album). After the album was released, they had a great studio picture of Battle Creek all dressed alike and sporting beards (another band trade mark – they had several different outfits but dressed the same when performing on stage).

The band also released a cassette (identical to the LP in content and cover). There was a mix up. Rosanne Cash had released a new album that was pressed by the same company that pressed the Battle Creek album. Battle Creek ended up with a hundred or so of Rosanne Cash’s audio on their cassettes with her hit album, Seven Year Ache. She also received one of Battle Creek’s cassettes

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with her audio on it. Don Toovey met with Rosanne and has a picture of her holding the cassette. Another surprise was that every band member received royalty cheques in the mail for Apple Cider, the last cut on the album; the band believes it was used as a promotional tune for an apple festival in eastern Canada. In 1984, the band released a 45 record with Sweet Canadian Girl on the A side and Dream On on the B side. It sold well.

Above all the band was a family. The band members, their wives and their kids often travelled together to functions on the bus or were at each others houses for meals and barbecues, and just to visit. The band members and their wives and families were all Christians and this no doubt contributed to creating a strong bond.

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Battle Creek was an immensely talented and popular band. It was also unique.

There was no other band like it. The band played together from 1980 to 1986 when the band members decided to call it quits. Everyone left on good terms and they are all friends to this day. They had nothing to prove. It had been an awesome run. It was time. It is not likely we will see the likes of a band like Battle Creek again.

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Unity Community Daycare opens

Seven years for idea to reality for new facility

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

UNITY — The number of hours from research and planning to opening is too difficult to tally. The rewards the Town of Unity will have with a brand new licensed daycare, however, are immeasurable.

Carmen Bowker and Crystal O’Brian both say it was at least the spring of 2009 when they began the conversations that led to the 2016 opening of a new childcare centre in Unity. Both had young children at the time yet, by the time their vision of a new licensed daycare in Unity came to be, neither will benefit from its services, as their children are all or will soon be in school.

Bowker and O’Brian are joined on a volunteer board

by Carey Baker, representing the Town of Unity, and Christie Gerein. With

Unity Credit Union coming on as a major sponsor, Sandra Wagner has also joined the committee as a board representative.

Bowker and O’Brian said, “We will not be taking away from any existing daycare in town, but adding services and hours that are currently unavailable. This daycare will be open through all the school breaks, including summer and parents utilizing this daycare will not need to worry about finding alternate daycare if someone is sick or on vacation.”

One of the biggest challenges the volunteer board ran into was securing space to house the daycare. When they first applied for a government grant, they were seeking space in one of the schools, however their needs changed. The daycare now occupies the former offices of Heartland Health, which became vacant after Heart-

land’s move to the Unity Community Resource Centre.

Both Bowker and O’Brian praised the ongoing efforts and commitment of Unity’s director of economic development, Carey Baker, in persevering through these challenges on their behalf.

Bowker adds, “We had no existing home for a long period of time as we had run into multiple vetos for options we were checking into.”

After having been rejected for government funding for the fifth time in April 2014, they considered giving up. However, in July of 2014, the government reallocated daycare spots. This led to Unity Community Daycare receiving the go-ahead to start their project.

It took extensive work to complete the daycare space. Offices needed to be removed and a larger kitchen to prepare meals for the daycare children was needed. Community members donated much of the content in the daycare. Unity Public School donated little chairs and an adjustable table.

The majority of funding, to this point, has come from government grants. The volunteer board also acknowledges Unity Credit Union, who are their only major sponsor, so far. Farm Credit

Canada, Randy Sander Accounting and Delta Co-op were also acknowledged.

Daycare fees and government funding will cover most operating expenses, however, they will still need to fundraise to ensure they don’t go into the red. The group has planned a community barbecue at Delta Co-op in conjunction with the food store anniversary.

The daycare is currently operating as a non-profit charitable organization, but is working toward obtaining a registered charity designation.

They can’t pinpoint an exact list of volunteers who

have helped this dream become a reality, however they do acknowledge with gratefulness all those who have helped along the way. Also, daycare director Tenielle Heit enlisted the help of her parents for hours of volunteer labour in during setup.

“We need to acknowledge Shirley Parkinson ,who was a huge support and advocated hard for this dream to become a reality and she would be very proud of what has been accomplished with our small group and her leadership,” both board members say.

The daycare currently has 20 licenced spots, which en-

ables the daycare to receive monthly funding and also provides parents subsidized daycare for those who qualify. For now, the daycare employs three full-time and one part-time staff. In the future, the daycare has the potential to add another fulltime staff member.

As well as operating the daycare, the Unity Community Daycare also operates the after school program offered at both elementary schools.

Registration is open to anyone for full-time, parttime, casual or drop-in care.

Contact the daycare at 306228-2995 with any questions.

Snowmobiling enjoyed on Easter weekend

By Margaret MacEachern Correspondent

Visiting with Irene and Jim Kerr on Easter weekend were James’ sister Jean from Drayton Valley, Alta. and Mike, Karen, Garry, Ken, Anita and Kelly Bradley from Saskatoon.

Jean Hartman was to Lloydminster and had Easter supper with family and friends.

Coreen Newton of Red Deer, Alta. was here to spend Easter week with her mum Denise Newton. They were to Glaslyn to Kisha Newton’s, where they were joined by Kevin Newton and his daughter Kiana for Easter.

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Chad Stewart and children Bentley and Hudson stopped in on Easter Sunday to visit their grandmother Jean Stewart. They were on their way home to Medicine Hat, Alta.

A number of the apartment people enjoyed Easter Friday service at the Baptist Church.

Gary and Norma Mitchell of Spruce Grove, Alta. stopped in to see their aunt Dorothy Kissick.

Colleen Koski had Easter Sunday supper with Riley

and Chantal.

Norma Haugen and Judy Sayer were out for a walk and stopped to say hello to Bev Stewart.

Jean Stewart and I enjoyed an Easter Sunday supper with Bill and Marion Stoughton.

Bev Stewart had Easter Sunday supper with Raylene and Todd Hope and family.

Easter Monday, Duncan and Ken MacEachern and I were to Davidson, where we attended the funeral of Shirley Ann (MacEachern) Sander. Shirley had fought a battle with cancer. Hopefully they will soon find a cure for that dreadful disease.

It was a very quiet town as most people were away for the Easter break.

Campground reservation system kicks off Monday Staff The Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport will be launching its campsite reservation system for the 2016 summer season on Monday.

This will be a staggered launch, with different parks opening for reservations over a 10-day period the ministry says in a press release.

The launch schedule is as follows:

Monday, April 11: Blackstrap, Pike Lake Tuesday, April 12: Buffalo Pound, Danielson, Douglas Wednesday, April 13: Echo Valley, Rowan’s Ravine Thursday, April 14: Duck Mountain, Good Spirit Lake, Greenwater Lake Friday, April 15: Crooked Lake, Moose Mountain Saturday, April 16: Cypress Hills

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During the launch period, a queuing system will be implemented to help to manage the demand and ensure technical stability.

Reservations will open at 7 a.m. each day, and the queue waiting area will begin each morning at 6:40 a.m.

At 7 a.m., customers in the queue waiting area will receive a random number and will the enter reservation website in staggered batches based on their unique number.

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By CNW Concerned you’re spending too much time in a chair during business hours? Well, you’re not alone. According to a new survey released by ParticipACTION, the majority of Canadian office workers (63 per cent) are worried about the amount of time spent sitting at work.

With a third (32 per cent) of respondents saying they spend too much time sitting in meetings, and one in five committing at least an entire business day (eight hours) a week to meetings, the “meeting culture” is partly to blame for keeping us glued to our seats.

During ParticipACTION’s fifth annual Sneak It In Week – which runs from April 4 to 8 – Canadians are encouraged to challenge the social norms at work, including marathon meetings, by taking active breaks, “sneaking in” 10-minute increments of physical activity, and dedicating less time to sitting. Reducing the almost 10 hours a day that Canadian adults spend sedentary will reduce the risk of diabetes, heart attack, high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol, not to mention sore backs and foggy brains.

According to the survey, Canadians are ready to make these changes at work.

If given the opportunity, 59 per cent of office workers said they would stretch during a meeting, 54 per cent said they would be open to a walking meeting and 41 per cent would want to stand during a meeting if invited to do so.

“Busy schedules get in the way of making healthy choices, but it doesn’t have to be that way,” says Elio Antunes, president and CEO, ParticipACTION. “If you do something as simple as give people permission to do things differently — like prompting them to stand during a meeting, for instance — research shows they will take you up on it. We can make sitting less and moving more

accepted and expected at work.”

Research shows that 10-minute bouts of physical activity are an effective way to increase fitness and meet the recommended 150 minutes of heart-pumping physical activity recommended for adults per week. Workplace physical activity initiatives have also been proven to increase productivity and job performance, boost creativity, reduce turnover and improve employee satisfaction and loyalty. Plus, nearly a third of those polled say they think better on their feet.

Scheduling a meeting?

Here are five tips to change your company culture, one meeting at a time: • Begin the meeting by inviting the room to stand up and/or stretch throughout the meeting, This will set the tone and ensure people feel comfortable when they feel the need.

• Encourage attendees to use existing meeting breaks for physical activity. For instance, invite them to leave the room to go for a walk or take the stairs during a coffee break.

• Sit on exercise balls or stand during the meeting, rather than sitting on chairs.

• Schedule stretching breaks during the meeting and invite someone to lead the stretch.

• If you’re scheduling a meeting with a small group, arrange for a walking meeting so you can sneak in some exercise while you talk.

Looking for other ways to sneak it in during the workday? Visit the Sneak It In page at www.ParticipACTION.com for more tips.

Canadians are invited to share how they are sneaking it in at work this week on Facebook at www.facebook. com/ParticipACTION or via Twitter at #sneakitin.

ParticipACTION created Sneak It In Week, which runs this year from April 4 to 8, to help encourage Canadians to sneak in daily physical activity breaks. For more information on Sneak

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as I know it

By Colleen Crawford

When everything works When our cars start at the turn of the key, when our furnace or air conditioners turn on at the flick of a switch, when our computers start up without a hitch, when we turn on a light switch and the light goes on, when all that we expect actually happens, we think “this is how life should be”. We may take what we have for granted.

When we have a job to go to and receive a pay cheque for our efforts, we sometimes forget what it is like to be unemployed.

When life is easy and each day unfolds into the next without effort or design, we may not remember to appreciate how good we have it.

When our bodies work the way they were designed to function and no outside interference is required to live our lives, we may forget to appreciate how blessed we are to have our health.

How many times have I let little things get me down? The dryer quit the day after I had the hard drive on the computer replaced and the day after that, the computer desk broke. Woe is me. Life happened.

How many times have I complained about my job lately? Yes. A book could be written about my work sagas. But I am working! What am I complaining about?

How many times have I woken up with fear and apprehension about the day ahead? Not many. Life has thrown me a few curve balls. But I wake up in the morning with a fair idea of what to expect. I am rarely disappointed.

How many times do I fear that my body or the body of a loved one is failing? Sometimes, but it has been a rare occurrence when the world of modern medicine hasn’t been able to repair, cure, stabilize or manage the symptoms so life goes on, perhaps with some modification, as expected.

My life is touched by many people who have not had this same good fortune. Without even trying, I have too many examples of families struggling with health issues that pop to the forefront of my mind.

No one knows what tomorrow holds in store, but there are some who face their tomorrows from a different perspective.

When everything in our lives goes according to plan, we sometimes forget to acknowledge the little things.

When our security is threatened and we face challenges, we are much more likely to say a silent prayer of thanks.

It shouldn’t take the threat of losing “life as you know it” to appreciate what you have. Every day. Little things.

A home to shelter us, food to nourish us, fresh air to breathe and the ability to breathe unassisted.

When the sun shines upon us and graces us with warmth and security, we are blessed.

When our bodies and the bodies of our loved ones work without medical intervention, we have been given more than money can buy.

Today, I am grateful for my health and the health of those who touch my life. More importantly, my heart goes out to those who would give anything to wake up to a day where life goes (somewhat) according to plan.

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Cut Knife Donors’ Choice collects $12,445

By Cheryl Roswell

Cut Knife Donors’ Choice

The annual meeting of the Cut Knife and District Donors’ Choice was held at the Good Shepherd Community Church on March 16.

The 2015 campaign grossed $12,445. There were 79 contributors and the average donation was $157.53,

which is very close to last year’s canvass. It is interesting to note that there were four generous donations of between $500 and $2000.

The people of this community are to be commended for their generosity.

The organization is appreciative of every donation made to 20 charities. Some of these charities have con-

veyed their sincere gratitude for this benevolent support.

Some of the comments are as follows: “The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan would like to thank the Cut Knife and District community for their recent donation. With the majority of our funds raised by fundraising efforts and donated by individuals,

generous communities like yours are critical parts of our organization.

“Your community’s donation ensures help for today by providing support, education and information to people with dementia, their family and caregivers. Your gift has also provided Hope for Tomorrow by funding research into a cause, cure

Welcome to library headquarters Submitted

Lakeland Library Region

If you have lived in the Battlefords for a period of time you may have noticed a rather nondescript brick building on the corner of 13th Ave and 100th St. with the sign saying Lakeland Library Region. You may even have mistaken it for the North Battleford Library.

Although HQ may look quiet on the outside, inside we are the busy central hub for the Lakeland Library Region.

So if you have ever wondered what goes at Lakeland HQ, read on.

Lakeland Library Region was established in 1972 in order to centralize and improve library services for the communities of west-central Saskatchewan.

Lakeland is governed by the Public Libraries Act, 1996 and in 2010 joined the provincial library consortium Saskatchewan Information and Library Services. Throughout our history, our basic mission of providing support to

heck it out our library branches has remained the same.

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braries is through our rotating block collection. This is selection of books, audio books and DVDs that are distributed to each branch on a rotational basis. This reduces the need to purchase multiple copies while making sure each library always has new titles for their collection. Our largest libraries have permanent collections, but everything comes through HQ. To date, we have close to 250,000 items circulating. Once these items are received, they are carefully catalogued, labelled and sent to their respective destination. We also sort and deliver materials to and from all the other libraries in Saskatchewan.

Our collections are just one segment of the services HQ provides, as we also have a large assortment of puppets, games and craft materials that can be accessed by both the public and by librarians for programs and activities. We also maintain a professional development collection to help staff learn new skills and stay on top of trends.

HQ is a centralized location from which we develop community partnerships and provide consultative services to our libraries. We also plan and co-ordinate region-wide programs and act as a direct

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and improving the quality of life for those afflicted by dementia.”

“Please accept our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of the Canadian Mental Health Association (Saskatchewan Division) Inc. Statistics show mental illness will seriously disrupt the lives of one in four Canadians. Considering these numbers, it is certain someone you know is now, or has been, affected by a mental health issue and may have required the services of the Canadian Mental Health Association.

“Your contribution will enable us to continue providing the programs and support necessary to improve the quality of life of people experiencing mental health problems.”

“Thank you for your generous gift in support of Baby’s Breath Canada.

Through your assistance, Baby’s Breath supports innovative research, provides bereavement support and pursues advocacy efforts in order to better understand and mitigate risks related to sudden and unexpected infant deaths and still births in Canada.”

Each contributor can be proud of the difference their donation makes in the lives of many others in our province and country.

Donors’ Choice also ap-

preciates the support of community organizations, financial institutions and businesses in the community. The executive members devote many hours of voluntary help required to administrate this charity. A special note of thanks goes out to Jean Lawes who received, receipted and deposited each and every donation.

Elected to office for the 2016 October campaign are chair Lorie Gibson, vicechair Cathy Bullock, treasurer Don McCallum and secretary Cheryl Roswell.

Donations to Charities Abilities Council (Sask.) $428; Alzheimer Assoc.

(Sask.) $992; Arthritis and Rheumatism (Sask.) $722; Baby’s Breath (Canada) $687; Cancer Society (Canada) $866; Colitis and Ileitus $338; Community Living (Sask.) $171; Canadian Institute for the Blind $522; Diabetes Society (Canada) $672; Early Childhood Intervention (Battlefords) $90; Epilepsy (Sask.) ; Heart & Stroke (Sask.) ; Kidney Research Foundation (Canada); Lung Assoc. (Sask.) $337; Mental Health (Canada) $1,067; Multiple Sclerosis Society (Canada) $912; Parkinson Disease (Sask.) $807; Red Cross (Canada) $408; Sask. Deaf and Hard of Hearing $680; Twin Rivers Health Care - Cut Knife $1,039.

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Artist Susan Velder’s work on view at ARC

By Michael Brokop

ARC Gallery Co-ordinator

The Artist Run Centre Creative Studios Gallery is honoured to present the works of artist and sessional lecturer for the Department of Art and Art History Susan Velder.

Susan currently resides in St. Walburg and had, for many years, her own studio in that community.

This exhibition is a review of her work from a 50-year retrospect.

“These years have been challenging, rewarding, sometimes disappointing, but always intriguing,” Velder says.

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ple. That is how it seemed to me, a physical, intellectual, emotional preoccupation. One always hopes that through this activity we are able to connect in some meaningful way with those who ‘came to look.’”

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Gala will feature best of the festival

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The opening of this year’s Battlefords area music festival is right around the corner beginning April 17 with vocal entries in Logie Hall at Third Avenue United Church. Mark your calendar for the gala date of Wednesday, April 27. It is being held at the Dekker Center at 7 p.m. Admission will be $10 a seat with free admission for performers, award recipients, session sponsors and award donors.

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All festival sessions are open to the public. Donations towards festival expenses are gratefully accepted at the door of venues.

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the first bar of each line numbered. Music must be handed in to the session’s secretary prior to the start of each session. It is prohibited to practice in venue performance areas during the festival dates except in designated rehearsal or warm-up areas. The attire and behaviour of performers should reflect a manner respectful of the festival. Unless your musical theatre characters demands otherwise, it is appropriate to avoid jeans and

T-shirts. Err on the side of modesty if uncertain. And please arrive on time so sessions start promptly.

To be eligible for scholarships and awards, participants must be 19 years or under and have lived in the Battlefords and district for a minimum of six months prior to the festival or be furthering their education elsewhere, but still supported by parents living in the Battlefords district. The festival committee salutes and thanks all organizations, businesses, service clubs, individuals and memorial donors for their incredible support of local music education through these generous awards.

Note the schedule for this year’s festival has been adjusted and finalized: vocal - April 17 – 18, musical theatre - April 19, speech arts - April 20, band - April 19

– 21, piano - April 21 – 23 and strings - April 22.

“I was born with music inside me. Music was one of my parts. Like my ribs, my kidneys, my liver, my

By Lynn Strendin Battlefords Art Club members have been busy preparing for the 2016 spring exhibition, Shiny Like A New Diamond, at the Chapel Gallery April 16 to May 15.

Some artists are also preparing for the adjudicated show at the Biggar Museum and Gallery in Biggar May 2 to 28.

A CARFAC workshop, Social Media for Artists, will be held at the ARC Creative Studios April 23. It is open to the public. Please phone 306-522-9788 to register.

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By David Banman Published by Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing Review by Shelley A. Leedahl $19.95 ISBN 978-1-927756-46-1 David Banman’s inspirational book, Don’t Lick the Flagpole: A Spiritual Quest for Meaning, Identity & Purpose, delves into the glory and mystery of God – whom he also refers to as the “Designer/Creator” – and it also fervently delivers the author’s treatise on why he’s a Christian, but remains ardently anti-religion. The Manitoba-born author and longtime primary school teacher makes several strong claims regarding God’s purpose and kingdom, humanity’s purpose, personal beliefs about Jesus, and why the writer’s so wary of “religion” – aka “the contemporary church” — in his first book.

This is tricky territory, no doubt about it, and it will not rest easy on all ears.

Even Banman’s reference to God as “Him” and the use of words like “mankind”

(rather than “humankind”) will undoubtedly deter some potential readers, but for those interested in the God versus religion debate, the writer – who also possesses a master’s in philosophy – presents some interesting ideas, and often uses Biblical passages to support his arguments.

The book is well written.

The writer’s style includes the regular use of question asking, which engages readers and makes them feel as if they’re in conversation.

“Are you content to simply survive, or are you ready to cast aside religious mediocrity and embrace your true identity and purpose?”

Banman frequently addresses the “dichotomy between the kingdom of heaven Jesus came to bring and what religion can often be seem to promote: personal and corporate agendas hinged on manipulation and control.”

The softcover is peppered with startling convictions, sometimes succinctly: “Satan loves religion,” “The church has taken a mistress and her name is religion”

and “Religion is a foreign concept to Jesus’s mandate,” and sometimes via more detail: “Religion is the process whereby we invite God to abandon His good and perfect will in order to make real our own wishes and desires” and “The contemporary church has become extremely proficient at ‘doing church’ to the extent that the presence of God is no longer required or desired.”

Banman believes individuals must repent and establish a personal relationship with God by inviting the Holy Spirit into their lives. He challenges readers to wholly surrender to God’s will and “operate with the authority of the Holy Spirit” if he or she is to experience the true joy (not happiness) that comes with knowing one’s “God-given identity and purpose.” For Banman, Christianity is not exclusively a Sunday morning enterprise. “Stop trying to get to heaven; instead invite heaven into every thought, word and action,” he writes.

The most compelling section comes in Banman’s personal testimony, where

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Man charged with providing false statement Staff MAIDSTONE — The Maidstone RCMP is reporting a week with 125 occurrences between March 27 and April 2.

Some of the most common calls received were related to traffic collisions, mischief and break and enter.

Call Breakdown

Sunday – 13; Monday – 28; Tuesday – 19; Wednesday – 23; Thursday – 13; Friday – 15; and Saturday - 16

Calls of Interest

March 27 a single vehicle rollover was reported on a range road near Maidstone.

The driver and passenger of the vehicle were uninjured and located by police a short distance away from the collision. The driver of the vehicle, a man from Maidstone was charged with one count of providing a false statement.

March 27, Maidstone RCMP and Lloydminster RCMP received calls regarding a break and enter to a business near Lloydminster. An individual was found asleep in the business

by the complainant. RCMP conducted a search of the immediate area east of Lloydminster near the highway.

A man was found and arrested without incident.

March 28, a report of a stolen truck was received.

The vehicle had been stolen from North of Lloydminster.

The truck was later recovered by Onion Lake RCMP after being intentionally set on fire.

March 29, several calls were received by Maidstone RCMP and St. Walburg RCMP about a man driving a black pickup dangerously

near Deer Creek Bridge (Highway 3) between Paradise Hill and Alcurve, Alta.

The vehicle was reported to be operating dangerously and in pursuit of another vehicle and at one point blocking traffic.

Maidstone RCMP located the vehicle on Highway 17. With the assistance of the Lloydminster RCMP and the Enhanced Policing Unit, a man was arrested without incident on the outskirts of Lloydminster. The man, from Lloydminster, has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor

vehicle.

March 30, Maidstone RCMP responded to a complaint of a stolen 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 from Marshall. The truck is black and has Saskatchewan licence plate 315IUC. If you see this vehicle, or have any information, please contact the Maidstone RCMP at 306893-4800.

April 1, Maidstone RCMP members were advised of suspicious persons going through back yards in Paynton. Police attended but were unable to locate the subjects of the complaint.

No follow up complaints were received.

April 2, a complaint was received of an unwanted individual in a residence in the RM of Wilton. Police attended and arrested the man without incident. The man had not been invited into the residence.

An increase in motor vehicle collisions has been reported with the nicer weather. Given the warmer temperatures wildlife such as deer and moose are more active and pose a real risk to commuters. Please be cautious.

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OBITUARIES SITES: In loving memory of Thomas Everett Sites, born February 22, 1969, who passed away suddenly on December 19, 2015 in Nanaimo, B.C. Left to cherish his memory are: his parents Sam and Donna; his sister Michelle (Mark), Joshua and Merissa; his daughter Jasmine and son Skyllar; Grandmother Edna Lynch as well as many aunts , uncles and cousins. Tom is predeceased by his Grandmother and Grandfather Sites as well as his Grandfather Lynch. A mass celebrating Tom’s life will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 11:00A.M at Notre Dame De Lourdes Roman Catholic Church. There will be a get together following the service to honour Tom in the church basement. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a mental health organization in Tom’s name. ____________________________________________________ MCDONALD: After a life well lived full of love and laughter, we announce the passing of Margaret Doreen McDonald, late of North Battleford, Saskatchewan on March 21, 2016 at the age of 91 years.

Margaret will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by her husband of 65 years David; her son Ross of Vernon, BC and his daughters Rachel McDonald of Vernon, BC and Sarah McDonald of Saskatoon; her daughter Margaret (Peter Wiesner) of North Battleford and their daughters Maggi Wilkinson and Molly (Steven) Pederson of North Battleford; her two precious great-grandchildren Vida Ruth and Nora Shelby Pederson; sistersin-law Elsie Mae Bongard of Woodville, ON; Merle and Rose McDonald of North Battleford; brother-in-law, Richard Vincett of Galahad, AB. She is predeceased by her parents Archie and Freda Currie; cherished sister Merle Vincett; and brothers-in-law Robert and Bruce McDonald. Born on a small farm near Pilot Mound, MB, Margaret grew up in the Yorkton area. She took her nursing training at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton. Early in her career she met David who was working in the oil industry. They married and soon moved to North Battleford, where he joined his father R.F. McDonald at what was then Sallows & Boyd Funeral Home.

Margaret became a full-time homemaker with the arrival of their children, but continued to have an active role in the community, including serving as the first woman chairperson of the Battlefords Union Hospital Board. Always caring and generous, she had a quick sense of humor and gentle nature. She and Dave loved spending time at the family cabin and with their grandchildren.

Funeral service was held on Thursday, March 24, 2016 from the Chapel of Sallows and McDonald- Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home with Rev. Nora Borgeson officiating. Interment followed the service at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens - Veterans’ Section. Peter Wiesner shared Family Memories. Music Ministry - Pianist: Mrs. Junice Headley, Soloist: Jaki Esquirol – “God Sees The Little Sparrow Fall”. Honourary Pallbearers were Barbara & Ralph Hall, Maureen Bain, Diane Gabruch, Marg Piper, Judy Waddell, and Heather Hall. Active Pallbearers were Maggi Wilkinson, Molly Pederson, Steven Pederson, Rachel McDonald, Sarah McDonald, and Doug Hall. Donations in Margaret’s memory can be made to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Condolences to the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family placed their trust with Kristeen Thiessen of Sallows and McDonald-Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418.

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CAVE: Mrs. Vivian Cave of North Battleford, Saskatchewan passed away on Monday, March 21, 2016 at the age of 74 years.

Vivian is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Gail (Jim) Sack and their children, Trevor (Shana) and children Payton and Emmy, Tyler (Ang) and children Draygan and Veda, Heather (Mike) Laney and son Jack; son Gordon (Cindy) Cave and their children, Brett (Amanda), Janelle and Spencer; daughter, Brenda (Earl) Larsen and their children, Kelsey (Cameron) and Martina; son, Allan (Jennifer) Cave and their children, Colby and Taylor; and sister-in-law, Gwen Cave. She was predeceased by her parents, Olga & Alex Gabruch; husband, Charles; sisters, Elsie Zacharias and Dorothy Shelgten. The Funeral Service took place on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church with Reverend Janice Trost as officiant. Interment took place at the Prairie Willows Interment Gardens in the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Cave may be made to the Harwood Manor Recreation Fund, c/o Donna Van Dijk, 2691 Clements Drive, North Battleford, Saskatchewan, S9A 1H9. Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

MACDONALD: Lillian Edna MacDonald, (October 17, 1919 March 25, 2016). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lillian Edna Macdonald (nee: Jenkins). Left to cherish Edna’s memory are her children, sons Terry (Jeanne) Cruickshank of Edmonton and Neale (Corinne) Cruickshank of Calgary; daughter Fern Cruickshank of Camrose; grandchildren Jennifer (Daniel) Martin, Andrea, Krista and Austin; great-grandchildren Sara, Troy and Ethan Martin; as well as numerous Macdonald relatives.

Edna was predeceased by her parents Charles and Bertha Jenkins; brothers Leslie, Henry and Sydney; infant sister Evelyn; sisters’ inlaw Marian Jenkins and Connie Howes; first Husband Leonard Cruickshank in 1969; and second husband Gordon Macdonald in 2011. Edna was born in Hoosier, Saskatchewan and was a teacher by profession. She married Len in 1947 and they lived in Richard, Saskatchewan before moving to North Battleford in 1961. There they operated the Rex Grocery Store and were the original owners of The Neale Block. Later they became the Greyhound Bus agents.

In 1978 Edna married Gordon, enjoying many happy years golfing and square dancing. In 1984 Edna and Gordon moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. and then to Canoe, B.C. In 1998 they moved to Camrose where Liberty Village was home. After Gordon’s passing, Edna moved to Rosealta Lodge. Edna belonged to the Rebekah Lodge and was a member of the Camrose United Church. At Rosealta, you could always find Edna sitting in the rocker listening to the entertainment. The family would like to extend a special thank-you to the nurses of Unit 2 at St. Mary’s Hospital and to the staff at Rosealta. In keeping with Edna’s wishes, a private family service will be held at a later date. If friends and family so desire, memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com. Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland (4817 51 Ave, Camrose, Alberta T4V 0V4) in care of arrangements.

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SCHUMACHER: Alice Schumacher, 1939 – 2016. On March 24, 2016, after a lengthy battle with M.S., Alley finally found peace with her family by her side. She was born Alice Anna Weseen in Naicam, SK in the local shoemaker shop on August 14, 1939.

After graduating from Naicam High in 1957, she began a psychiatric nursing career in North Battleford. She married Ralph Schumacher in 1959 and began her career as an excellent wife and most excellent mother of 4 children. Alley loved all sports, especially golf and was the Flowing Spring Ladies Club president and became the club champion in 1985. She loved her yard and her flowers and was a huge fan of music and her guitar. She will forever be missed, loved, cherished and remembered by Ralph, Allyson (Lionel), Jamie and George (Dawn), her brothers Lorne (Phyllis), Wayne, Greg, sister Barb (Bob) and numerous nieces and nephews. Her greatest love was her soulmate “Shoe” and of course her grandchildren, Rylan, Cohen, Eve, Calla, Justice, Luna, Sol, Eric and great grandchildren, Ivy, Charlie, Flora, Jerrica and Orson.

Alley was predeceased by her parents Lester and Doris, her sister Doreen and son Eric. She had an extensive extended family of extraordinary friends who were and still are incredibly loving and supportive. Her kind, caring, gentle spirit and sweet smile will live on in our memory. The family would like to thank Dr. Janet Tootoosis and the staff of River Heights Lodge for the care and kindness shown to Alley over the past 4 years. The Mass of Christian Burial took place on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. from Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church in North Battleford with Reverend Father Anthony Afangide as celebrant.

Interment will follow at a later date. Memorial donations in memory of Alley may be directed to the River Heights Lodge, 2001-99th St. North Battleford, Sask, S9A-0S3. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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UNRESERVED FARM AUCTION. Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. Tractors, skid steer, mini excavator, trucks, trailers, horses. Edgerton, Alberta.

Scribner Auction 780-842-5666.

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Black and Red Angus Bulls on moderate growing ration. Performance info available. Valleyhills Angus, Glaslyn, Sk. 306-342-4407 or 306441-0946 www.valleyhillsangus.com

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IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory

Lorraine Peggy Dolan (1953 - 2005) In tears we saw you sinking We watched you fade away You faced your task with courage Your spirit did not bend.

And still you kept on fighting Until the very end.

God saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be So He put His arms around you And whispered, “Come with Me’ So when we saw you sleeping So peacefully, free from pain, We could not wish you back To suffer that again.

Always loved and forever missed Bob, Robbie, Doug, Connie & Burgess Family

Deep in our hearts, a memory is kept.

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Just as you were, you will always stay.

Loved and remembered every day.

Wife Anne Special God Children Peg & Harry Donnelly, Carol & Kelly Chapman Brian Bostock & their families

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DOMESTIC HELP WANTED We, the Sunchild-Linklater family, are looking for a nanny for 5 children, aged 15, 11, 7, 6, & 3. Duties include caring and preparing meals for the children, help with homework and driving children to appointments and activities. The place of work is located in southern Battleford, Saskatchewan. Six months training certificate or 1 year experience as a care giver is required. Applicant must be alcohol and drug-free and have a clear criminal record. This is a full-time, temporary, position at wages of $12.50 per hour. Optional accommodation is available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is not a condition of employment. If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume and proof of your education and/or work experience to creedude@hotmail .com.

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

PUBLIC MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the Interlake Regional Water Board will be held on April 12, 2016 at 8:30 p.m. in the Over 40 Club Room in the Resort Village Office of Cochin.

The Interlake Regional Water Board will present to the public copies of their 2015 Financial Statements as approved by the Board.

The meeting is open to all members of the public. The public will be given the opportunity to communicate with the Board on matters pertaining to the operational practices of the Water Utility.

For further information contact Interlake Regional Water Board at 306-386-3152 or interlakewater@sasktel.net.

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Notice of Preparation of Assessment Roll

TOWN OF HAFFORD Notice of hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Hafford for the year 2016 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 1 to May 5, 2016.

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

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Town of Hafford, Box 220, Hafford, SK S0J 1A0, by the 5th day of May, 2015.

Dated this 1st day of April, 2016.

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PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT.

Battlefords Humane Society Chase the Ace Diamond in the Ruff Lottery.

Visit us at Co-op Mall Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. or purchase tickets at the The Shelter 306-937-MEOW or Lakeland Vet 306-445-3757. Draws will be held until the final draw date of February 14, 2017. Weekly/monthly lottery subscriptions available. Tickets must be purchased weekly for chance to win. Jackpot over $910. Proceeds to Shelter-us Building fund.

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Thursday, April 7

Volunteer Appreciation Evening. A celebration of community volunteerism - everyone welcome. Held at the Knights of Columbus Hall 1202-105th St., North Battleford from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Come visit, view the displays, engage in our Adult Coloring Contest. Bring your toonies, 4 auxiliaries, each selling raffle tickets. Draws made at the end of the night.

Program from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Contact Darlene Kingwell at 306-446-6892.

Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

SUITES FOR RENT 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, dining, laundry etc. Semi private entrance $425.00 month 306-937-7187 Available April 1/2016

One bedroom lower level suite in adult complex. New reno’s available.

Security deposit $650.00. Rent $650.00 call to view 481-2836.

Suite for rent $700, everything included, No kids, No pets, quiet adult in Riverview.

306-480-8300 Available May 1st.

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Thursday - Sunday, April 7, 8, 9 & 10

Cochin Community Players presents Spring Dinner Theater Production.

Tickets available by calling 306-480-9333 or email cochincp@gmail.com.

Friday, April 8

Grief Talk and Walk at the NationsWest Field House, North Battleford from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, we would like you to join a walking support group. Being active and having the opportunity to share your experience, your grief and your feelings can be beneficial to you and others. For more information call Denise 306-441-3338 or Gwen 306-445-8932 - St. Joseph Calasanctius Pastoral Care Servants of Hope.

Saturday, April 9

Spring Trade Show at the Royal Canadian Legion, main street Battleford from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Crafts, Tupperware, Jewelry, Scentsy & so much more. Coffee, tea, burgers, chili & hot dogs. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, April 9

Borden Bowling banquet & silent auction at the Borden Community Centre at 6:00 p.m.

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Antique & Vintage Show and Sale April 9th and 10th, 2016

*APPRAISER ON LOCATION* Wild Rose Pavilion

5521 - 49 Avenue, Lloydminster, Saskatchewan

Saturday, April 9th: 10 am – 6 pm Sunday, April 10th: 10 am – 4 pm Admission: $5.00/person

For information or to prebook an appraisal appointment, contact: Merle (780) 875-2976 Sponsored by the Border City Optimist Club

Family Justice Services offers a Parenting, After Separation & Divorce Program in North Battleford Saturdays, April 9, May 7, June 4 & July 9 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Topics of Discussion: Options for resolving disputes & stages of separation & divorce, children’s reaction to separation/divorce &challenges to parenting post separation/divorce. Registration is mandatory.

To register call 1-877-964-5501.

Sunday, April 10

Country Music Concert by donation at the Radisson Town Hall at 2:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 10

Spring Supper at Mervin Community Hall from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Ham, potato, corn, coleslaw, bun, dessert and coffee.

Monday, April 11

Battlefords Roller Derby League Registration Night from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Northland Power Curling Centre, CUplex North Battleford.

Monday, April 11

Sharing Grief’s Journey from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, North Battleford. A support group for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. New sessions starting, to register & for more information call Denise at 306-441-3338 or Wendy at 306-445-7315.

Tuesday, April 12

Seniors Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Entertainment by Loewins. Lunch and bingo. All seniors welcome.

Tuesday, April 12

Kaiser Tournament at the Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 12

Borden Lakeland Library annual meeting at the library at 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 13

Borden Senior’s Annual Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Club Room.

Thursday, April 14

Hafford and District Recreation Board Annual General Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Hafford and District Communiplex. Everyone welcome.

Friday, April 15

English Style Fish & Chips at the Royal Canadian Legion #70, 1352-100th Street between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. 225 Advance tickets only. Call 306-445-2173.

Saturday, April 16

Maymont Artwork and Handicraft Display from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Maymont Memorial Hall. Anyone wanting to display their work, please contact Judy Sherman at 306-389-2013 or Carol Deagnon at 306-389-2440.

Potluck supper at 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Donations will be accepted at the door with all proceeds going to the Maymont Library.

Saturday, April 16

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Spring Tea

Battlefords Kiwanis Bicycle Auction (bicycles from the RCMP compound) at the North Battleford Legion Parking Lot, 1352 - 100th Street, North Battleford at 11:00 a.m. All proceeds for community activities. Auction service donated

by Ivan White Auction Service.

Saturday, April 16

Club 70 - Leon Ochs at 1352-100th St., North Battleford from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Everyone welcome. Lunch at 12:00 a.m.

Sunday, April 17

Cashback Concer at the Borden Community Centre at 2:00 p.m.

No charge but donations are gratefully accepted for Borden Firefighters and Borden Care Home Emergency Generator Fund.

Raffles & Bake Sale

Tuesdays, April 19 - May 17

Sunday, April 17, 2016 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Heart to Heart workshop sessions developed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Held at the Primary Health Centre (Frontier Mall) conference room 1 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Call Kellie Heidel 306-446-6424 or Sonya Zabaleta/Wendy Chrunik at 306-446-6422 to register.

1st PRIZE - SK Roughriders Quilt donated by Suzanne Gagne DONATIONS OF CRAFTS AND BAKING WILL BE 2nd PRIZE - $250.00 cash GREATLY APPRECIATED! 3rd PRIZE - Spring basket donated by Judy Lavoie Door Prizes! Hope to see you all there.

Tickets are $2. Each or 3 for $5.00

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location.Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

Draws will be made at 3:30 p.m.

All proceeds go to the Residents Recreation Fund

Contact Dorothy

306.445.8465

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SERVICES FOR HIRE

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal. Phone 306-445-8439

North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 3 Food Counter Attendants full-time for evenings/over nights/ early mornings & weekends. $11.30 per hour plus benefits.

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim or Chyrs by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca

HARDISTY HOME HARDWARE Store Manager needed. See details at albertacareers.net. Send resume to: resumes@hardistyhomehardware.ca or fax to 780-888-2100.

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Phone (306) 407-0230 Rob’s Lawn and Yard Care. Grass cutting, roto tilling, power raking, general yard maintenance. Book early! Phone 306-445-2736 or 306441-5677.

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is looking for a community organization or a group of volunteers to adopt our 5 clinics running from May 9th, 2016 - March 13th, 2017 Please contact Rachelle Eichholz at 306-651-6641 if you have questions.

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Monday to Thursday, no evenings.

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

ANNUAL AGM Thursday, April 14th, 2016 7:30 pm

Hafford and District Communiplex EVERYONE WELCOME

R.M. of Redberry No. 435

Annual Ratepayers Meeting will be held on

Thursday, April 21, 2016

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North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 2 Food Service Supervisors full-time/available all shifts. $13.02 per hour plus benefits.

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim or Chyrs by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca The R.M. of Parkdale No. 498 is accepting resumes for the Seasonal Road Maintenance Personnel position. Closing date is April 12, 2016.

Email: rm498@sasktel.net Fax: 306342-4442 The Saskatoon Tribal Council is hiring! CFS Protection Worker for Kinistin/YQ/Other locations. Go to www.sktc.sk.ca for more information.

TENDERS FOR GRAVEL HAULING

Gravel quantity 15 to 20 thousand cu. yds. in a two week time frame - weather permitting.

Tenders to be received by April 15, 2016 Public tender opening April 19 at 2:00 p.m.

R.M of Redberry No. 435 Box 160 Hafford, Sask. S0J 1A0 Lowest tender not necessarily accepted.

For further information please call 306-549-2333 ANNIVERSARIES

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Hafford National Hall

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City of North Battleford Edward & Maralyn Wintersgill Love your family

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Reporter Correspondents required for all rural areas

• All District First Nations • Cando • Cochin • Cut Knife • Glaslyn • Hafford • Lashburn • Livelong

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Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed above.

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Living Sky School Division No. 202

The R.M. of Turtle River No. 469 and the

Village of Edam

as a joint Emergency Measures Organization

Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

are seeking applications for the position of

Now accepting applications for the following position: Caretaker • Hafford Central School • Spiritwood High School Closing at noon, Tuesday, April 12, 2016

EMERGENCY MEASURES COORDINATOR

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

This part-time/casual position is responsible for the preparation and coordination of emergency measure plans for both the RM and Village.

North West College

Please submit resumé with cover letter indicating expected compensation to:

Are you interested in sharing your knowledge with our Community?

R.M. of Turtle River No. 469 Box 128, Edam, SK S0M 0V0 Fax (306) 397-2346 Email: rm469@sasktel.net

North West College is currently looking for members of the community who would be interested in sharing their knowledge by facilitating or instructing our community interest programs.

Programs include, but are not limited to:

CLOSING DATE: April 13, 2016 - 4:00 p.m.

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Men have a responsibility to stop male violence against women.

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TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997 North West College

Summer Student Employment Opportunity Battlefords Campus

North West College is currently inviting applications for the following Summer Student Opportunities: 1. Research Assistant: provides clerical support for research projects, file management and data entry. Term: June 6 – August 26, 2016

For more information please contact: marney.robinson@nwrc.sk.ca or shelley.platten@nwrc.sk.ca

2. Information Technology Assistant: responsible for assisting with equipment configuration, installation and inventory reconciliation.

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Students must attend a High School, College or University program during the upcoming academic year.

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Spring thaw slowly seeping away

Stocking the Shelves

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Battlefords and District Food and Resource Centre Executive Director Erin Katerynych accepts a cheque from Brea Grzybowski, representing Sunridge RV. Sunridge RV donated $100 to the food bank for each trailer sold in their indoor RV sale held in March at the Agrivilla. The donation totalled $1,000.

Katerynych said the donation came at a great time of year, as the food bank is helping an average of about 1,600 people a month with food. Half of those helped are children. “Our shelves are becoming bare and we are scrambling to meet the need,” she said. Photo submitted

Enjoying the tropics of Southern Alberta

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE — I spent a few weeks on an extended holiday to the home of my daughter and son-in-law, who reside in Medicine Hat, Alta.

The weather was springlike the whole five weeks I was away. Tulips were up and shrubs were in bloom.

My son-in-law started golfing mid-March.

Among the interesting people I met was a lady whose job at a local funeral parlour was to take mourners to the viewing of their loved ones either prior to or on the day of a funeral. The funeral home has several rooms for this purpose.

A man and his wife who visited belonged to the Gleaners Society, which is a Christian-based organization that provides dried vegetables for needy people in Canada and overseas. Local farmers donate their harvest from a certain number of acres to go to this worthy cause. Main crops that grow well in this area are beans, peas, lentils and corn. Local greenhouses also donate vegetables suitable for drying. On the edge of the city is a large warehouse where

all the preparation is done drying, packaging, and sent wherever the need is. This is where a number of volunteers come in. The project is completely manned by volunteers without any government assistance money or work. Cash donations to this worthwhile project pick up the cost.

My daughter also helped out with another worthwhile cause manned by volunteers providing nutritious lunches for school children who would otherwise have no meal. They gather at a kitchen in a local church at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday. For the last five years the 15 volunteers, sometimes more, plus one paid food bank who looks out for good meat prices, provided the meals. Monday, Wednesday and Friday sandwiches and fruit are prepared. Tuesday and Thursday, sandwiches and vegetables are prepared.

Sobeys supplies bread at half price. Sandwiches are made of meat and cheese or pea butter and jam. Pea butter, made from peas grown in Quebec, comes in fivegallon pails and is good for children with allergies to regular peanut butter.

Taste, colour and consis-

tency is the same as regular peanut butter. Fruit day includes apple or oranges and yogurt. Vegetables donated by local greenhouses and stores are peppers, cucumbers, small carrots and small tomatoes in season.

Teachers send lists of how many lunches are needed.

Needs of the pupils are recorded by the teacher according to parents’ income and circumstances.

Corporations donate money for purchasing supplies, bags for sandwiches, fruits and vegetables. Several companies send a volunteer to help with preparation of these lunches. Workers wear rubber gloves and hairnets. Some schools pick up their lunches and some are delivered to the school by volunteers.

The one we worked, we filled 302 lunches. The day before they filled more than 400 lunches. That’s another worthwhile project manned by volunteers.

The volunteers are mostly people who are retired from the workforce and still need to feel needed and feel good about themselves.

Next week I will write about what happened at the Maidstone Drop In Centre when I was away.

The geese are back by the millions, filling the sky with their pretty formations and looking for food on their way north. The red polls are more plentiful as they come north for the summer. A lot of water soaks away overnight so the slow melt is not causing too many problems.

There’s water in the ditches still and some fields still covered with snow.

The program directory on Access cable TV has finally been corrected so the program you want to watch is not over when you turn it on. The local worker out of North Battleford got onto the problem and stayed with it until he got it fixed and we do appreciate his efforts.

Duplicate bridge was played March 29 with top scores by Mary Greenwald and David Sharpe. Second high were Glen and Julie Moore and third were Jetta and Terence Dasilva. March 31 in town, the top score was by Jean Lowes and Dave Creegan. Second were Mary Greenwald and David Sharpe.

Entertainment at River Heights Lodge on the afternoon of March 30 was by

eota News members of the Meota Lions Club chorus and from the Presbyterian Church choir.

Together they did a fine job. It was a well-received program consisting of singing some of the old songs, a recitation, a solo by Charlene Rederberg and some of Bob’s jokes thrown in for a laugh here and there. Lunch was enjoyed after. It was the birthday party for March celebrants and some others who had been sick or unable to attend when they had the February party. The tables were set up nicely with decorations and the birthday people sat at the head table.

Contract bridge was played at the Do Drop In on April 4 with the top score

by Maureen Campbell and second high by Mary Greenwald.

Norwegian whist was played at Towers 2 on April 1 with four tables in play.

High score was by Pat Chapman, then Yvonne McPherson, third was Carol Huys and fourth by Mae Johnson.

Picturesque

A tasty lunch followed with a social time before leaving.

Many people got out to vote Monday, but many didn’t get their voter card, which added to the confusion and frustration of the day. I, for one, was not impressed with the lack of organization. With today’s technology you cannot imagine that it would be any problem to get it right.

Just heard that my granddaughter Jordan Calladine from Lethbridge played with the Lethbridge Rugby team who travelled to Scotland for a tournament. Don’t know how the games turned out yet.

Contract bridge was played in Meota Monday evening and the top score was by Maureen Campbell with second going to Mary Greenwald.

Frank Poole, a senior from Edam, flew to Phoenix and Yuma, Ariz. over the Easter holiday with his family to visit other family members down there. It was a delightful trip, as he accompanied Karrie and Darren Nordell and their family to visit his son Gary and Elaine and others there.

Most of the snowbirds are back and mostly they had a good winter, too.

—­Photo by Louise Lundberg

MAIDSTONE 32nd Annual TRADE SHOW & SILENT AUCTION Variety of Exhibitors/ ent Entertainm Both Days

MAIDSTONE ARENA

Saturday, April 9th ~ 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 10th ~ 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $ 3.00 per day or $5.00 for a weekend pass

Food Booth & Beverage Room Door Prize

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Spring Runoff

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Volunteers roots of strong communities Submitted

Prince Albert Parkland Health Region

The thaw has been slow and steady, but in the Mayfair area the melt got ahead of a the capacity of a secondary road between VanNortwick’s and Bulmer’s, flooding the roadway. In the lower photo a muskrat takes advantage of a newly-formed lake. Photos by Elaine Woloshyn

Visitors from British Columbia at the lodge

By Margaret MacEachern Correspondent

Rita Morrison had her daughter Gail Churchman to visit Tuesday. Rita was spending Easter Sunday at the home of her granddaughter Terry and Jared Rutley.

Norman and June Ford of Merritt, B.C. and Allan and Marg Ford of Enderley, B.C. were here to visit their mom Mary Ford in Pine Island Lodge. They also visited

ine Island

Apartments

with their sisters Gloria Ford and Colleen Koski. They all enjoyed supper and a visit with Rylie and Chantal.

Denise Newton, Irene Kerr and Marilyn Stewart were to Lashburn to help

Shirley Van Meter celebrate her 80th birthday. It was an enjoyable afternoon Coffee at Pine Island Suites was enjoyed drawing numbers for Easter gifts.

They were beautiful wall or window hangings. We also got a goodie basket with Easter treats. We also played bingo. The ladies always treat us very well, thank you all.

Did March go out like a lion or a lamb?

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Canada’s volunteers make a tremendous contribution in communities across the country. They make our community resilient and our country vibrant.

To recognize their contributions, organizations throughout Canada are celebrating National Volunteer Week from April 10 to 16.

National Volunteer Week pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who donate their time and talents to our communities.

The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region will once again honour its volunteers throughout the month of April. The festivities begin with the long-service awards Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Travelodge Hotel in Prince Albert.

April 11, a commemorative tree planting ceremony will be held at the Prince Albert Tourism Centre. Mayor

Greg Dionne, along with PAPHR volunteers, will be present.

The celebrations continue throughout the month of April with volunteer appreciation teas held in each of the health region’s facilities.

The health region’s 3,500 volunteers are an active and important part of the human resources devoted to the hospitals, long-term care facilities, Home Care, Public Health and Primary Care within the Region.

Volunteer Opportunities The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: Parent-Tot Program – Spiritwood and District Health Complex 306-8834432. Mothers and/or fathers along with their young children may visit residents on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. Parents are responsible for their children at all times. Shifts are flex-

ible, once or twice per week.

Entertainment – Evergreen Health Centre 306-984-2136.

Volunteer performers — musicians, magicians, actors — share their talents with residents in long-term care. Other volunteers assist by inviting residents to a specific area for entertainment, parties and sing-a-longs and assist with snacks and lunches.

“On Call” Volunteers – Hafford Special Care Home 306-549-2108. Extra volunteers are often needed for the long-term care residents on an on-call basis, to assist with outings, parties, social gatherings, shopping trips and taking residents to appointments. Shifts are as needed.

If you are interested in this or any other volunteer service position, or if you have a particular skill or talent you would like to share with the patients, residents or clients in the Health Region, please call your local health care facility to apply.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016

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Long-time pastor and family bid farewell

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The local churches at Borden were all invited April 3 to the Riverbend Fellowship Church for a farewell service honouring Tony, Michelle, McKinley and Zach Martens, who are leaving Borden after Tony served 15 years as the pastor of the Borden Mennonite Brethren Church.

The service began with Darrel and Kathy Wiebe leading in hymn singing, Liz Torrens as MC welcomed everyone and read a scripture.

The Adventure Club kids, represented by Sydney, Chloe, Julia and Katelyn, read a few incidents about Tony that happened at Adventure Club then presented him with a signed T-shirt with all the kids’ names on it.

Gayle Wensley spoke on

orden Radisson behalf of the local clergy, Andrew Derksen read scripture and a prayer and Mayor Tom Redhead spoke on behalf of the Village. as Tony was a councillor. He spoke of all the hard work Tony did for the village. Tom also presented the community monetary gift.

Principal of Borden School, Dean Broughton, spoke of Tony’s involvement with the school as school community council president, coach of basketball for many years and helping with kindergarten orientation, hot lunches and barbecues. He enticed new people to the area.

Dean said Tony will leave a lasting legacy through all

of his involvement.

Darrel and Kathy then led in hymn singing and Darrel gave a meditation based on Luke 5-1-11.

On behalf of the Mennonite Brethren conference, Pat Dergousoff invited the family to the front and then gave a prayer of blessing.

Tony replied to the many tributes, saying he felt humbled by everything spoken.

He then read a poem he had composed on leaving and his work while at Borden. He said he has learned much in the 15 years he has been here, thanked everyone for welcoming his family and he thanked all for loving him and his family.

After the closing and sung doxology, everyone went into the main hall for a hot meal with plenty of salads and desserts to go along with the pulled beef and baked potatoes.

Continued on Page 38

Pat Dergousoff from the Mennonite Brethren conference gives a prayer of blessing for the Martens family, Michelle, McKinley, Tony and Zach. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

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There is no carry over of tickets from one week to the next. Every Tuesday a new draw starts so tickets are purchased each week.

Once the Ace of Diamonds is drawn the lottery will restart with the progressive pot starting at $500. The lottery will run for a year, restarting each time the Ace of Diamonds is drawn. There are a total of 500,000 tickets for the year.

The first draw is March 1, 2016 and each Tuesday thereafter until Feb. 14, 2017. The May 3rd draw will occur on April 30, 2016 at the Gala held at the Gold Ridge Centre at 10 pm.

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March birthdays celebrated

Gerald Weibe of Radisson entertaining members of the Borden Freindship Club March 30.

Continued from Page 37 After the meal, a PowerPoint presentation was made of the Martens’ life while at Borden, the Riverbend Fellowship presented the family with a wooden framed collage of pictures. Many thanked Tony and family for all they had done in the community during an open

microphone session.

The Borden Friendship Club had 40 out for their March supper and birthday celebration March 30. The cakes were baked by Eileen Petrun and Doreen Flath and ice cream was provided

by Art Flath. Blowing out the candles were Art and Doreen Flath and Claudia Dyck.

The artwork featured for April is carved ducks and paintings crafted by Donald and Claudia Dyck.

After the dessert was

completed, Gerald Wiebe of Radisson entertained with a number of country songs including Almost Persuaded, What a Shame, It Must Be Love, Cowboys Don’t Cry, Dusty Old Farmer and quite a few more, closing with a song, Move On With Our Life, he wrote and entered in an online competition and won.

The winners at the Kaiser tournament March 29 were Jean Hryniuk and Eileen Petrun, There will be one more tournament April

12 at 7 p.m.

Gerald announced there will be a country music show in Radisson Hall on April 10 at 2 p.m. Admission will be by donation, with proceeds going to hall renovations.

April 17, the Borden Seniors are hosting Cash Back at the Borden Community Centre at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation, with proceeds going to the local volunteer firefighters and the Borden Care Home emergency generator fund.

Tony Martens opening the gift of a T-shirt from Adventure Club represented by Sydney, Chloe, Julia and Katelyn during a farewell event honouring the Martens family.

Borden Friendship Club members celebrating March birthdays are Doreen and Art Flath and Claudia Dyck.

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Borden Riverbend Fellowship Church members Ruben Rempel and Peter Thiessen present a wooden framed collage of pictures to Tony Martens and his family. Photos

by Lorraine Olinyk

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North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings

The North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings held their regular meeting March 21.

The Community Health Advisory Network (CHAN) will be holding a welcome tea for Dr. Langeni and her new spouse April 15 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Riverside Complex. Come out and

join us to congratulate the new couple.

The clinics continue to problem solve to reduce the number of no shows. Please ensure you notify the clinic if you cannot attend your appointment. This courtesy will allow staff to make appointments available to residents who are needing to see their practitioner.

Also be aware that all our clinics can access each other’s schedules and if you are

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The next regular meeting of the North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings board will be held April 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the RM of Mervin office, Turtleford.

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Hall supper draws 120

By Carol Deagnon Correspondent

About 120 gathered at Maymont Memorial Hall to enjoy a roast beef supper recently. Photo by Carol Deagnon

Little late with all this news as Mel and I were away babysitting a one year old, a three year old, a five year old and a seven year old for 10 days, but we enjoyed every minute of it and survived. Now for the news.

Maymont Memorial Hall had a roast beef supper hosting about 120 family and friends. Sask. Party candidate Randy Weekes even attended. Thanks everyone for supporting our hall.

The seniors’ centre hosted a stew and biscuit lunch.

aymont News Games where played and were enjoyed by all who where in attendance.

The library will be having an artwork and handcraft display of creations by local and regional artists Saturday, April 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. (please note the date has changed). There will also be a potluck supper starting at 5. Please join us

at the Maymont Hall.

Ruddell had their potluck and bingo that we also missed. Thanks to all those who helped and attended.

Our rink hosted comedians for a fundraiser. It went over very well with many in attendance. Thanks to all who supported this event.

Our best wishes go out to Ida Gillatt. Hope your recovery goes well.

Our thoughts and prayers to Sofie Trach. Her husband John passed away. Sofie and John attended our potluck and jam sessions at the seniors’ centre and also our trade shows.

Population explosion brings village’s total to 35 Sympathy to Faye (Keith) Liebaert on the passing of her brother-in-law, Lyle Wightman, of Davidson. He was the husband to Faye’s oldest sister Marjorie. The Liebaerts attended the funeral Easter Sunday.

Adgerine McNutt was thrilled to have her daughter Rena and girls spend time at her home in Mayfair for a few days.

We welcome Marilyn and daughter Melissa as they are renting a unit in the seniors’ complex. They previously resided in Rabbit Lake. We can now boast of Mayfair’s population as 35 residents.

The fish fry held March 26 was a success. This is an annual event put on by the Thickwood Hills Wildlife Federation. Close to 300 people had their fill of the delicious supper. The entertainment was a group of high school students called Dakes Under Fire from Hafford.

This month we have only one bingo to work at Gamex bingo in North Battleford, on Thursday, April 14. Call Alice at 306-246-4212 if you can spare a few hours.

Home baking and cooking seems to be in demand, so Bev Pollard held a tasting party March 8 in the library.

She and a friend, Chandra, are hoping locals will call them at 306-246-4920 to order lasagna, perogies, cabbage rolls, buns, bread and more. Bev previously was a cook in northern camps.

Earl and Anne Van Nortwick’s farewell is scheduled for Sunday, April 10 at 11 a.m. in Mayfair Hall. Everyone is invited for a Mennonite church service at 11 a.m. with Reverend Don Unger, who is a close family friend from Rabbit Lake. Following the service is a soup lunch with visiting and reminiscing. For more information call Teresa Toews at 306-246-4812 or 306-441-8674.

All Saint’s Catholic Church in Mayfair now has the mass slated for 9 a.m. on Sunday in April and May. For June and July, church service is scheduled for 11 a.m.

Don’t forget coffee time from 2 - 4 p.m. Tuesday at the library. The last Tuesday there is always a community birthday party in the afternoon. One can always catch up on the local news as this is the only place due to no cafe

ayfair News in Mayfair for the past two years.

What did I do in Yuma for the past six weeks is a question frequently asked. I joined a choral singing group in my trailer park along with 20 others. We practiced often before our big performance.

Water aerobics is a good form of exercise and a good way to get to know people quite rapidly, along with exercising and walking for one hour at 8 a.m. Coffee time in the large recreation hall is from 5:30 - 8:00 a.m. Actually, the doves woke me up early morning, so I did join some others for coffee. I enjoyed jam and music sessions in many other parks. I’ve made many friends throughout different parks and, with the many activities open to everyone, I could go on and on. Horse racing at Winterhaven RV Park in California was a great time on Saturday evenings.

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managers and participate in every evening event with the renters. He is also a professional entertainer and I purchased a CD of his.

A fellow who previously lived in Saskatoon and Ontario but now is relocating back to his home province of Nova Scotia, Rick Doyle composes all of his folk songs and ballads. His music has a lot of meaning, as he has endured many life struggles including raising his four children at one time by himself, cancer and other challenges. The three CDs I purchased are a real treasure.

Rick retired as a firefighter at age 50, only then learning guitar and a few different string instruments.

Well-known Freddie and Sheila Pelletier from Birch Hills performed one Sunday evening in my park. I invited them over for supper along with two other couples and one lady found out she was related to one of Freddie’s cousins. Anna Bryan (nee Frenette) lived in Spiritwood and moved away at nine years of age, but still has connections to Spiritwood, Leoville,and Chitek Lake areas. Anna and husband Jack, a retired police officer in

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Victoria, B.C., are wonderful people in their early 80s who act as if they are 50 years old.

A friend of mine, Monique Krushelniski from Chitek Lake and Anna are cousins.

I also met Jeanette Denis from Saskatoon, who is Rita Loiselle’s sister-in-law, formerly of Chitek Lake, but now resides in Shellbrook.

Rita was one of the cooks at my restaurant in Chitek Lake nine years ago.

I couldn’t believe all the snow I came home to and it has not really melted much. I could dig out my cross-country skis and go skiing in my yard and nearby field. This weather is not unusual for April. All the signs of spring are here, but some are slightly dormant yet. Will have to wait a couple of weeks for pussy willows and crocuses.

Live theatre is a great form of entertainment for many of us. I was fortunate to attend two of these within three days. Things My Mother Taught Me was tastefully performed by Cochin Community Players. A group of 13 from my area attended the opening night of the spring production March 31. It was a hilarious story of a young couple planning to get en-

gaged on the weekend of moving into a Chicago apartment, but things did not turn out and mayhem followed.

The ending was a happy occasion with the complete cast on stage.

Speers United Church and Recreation Board also presented a comedy called I Dream of Genie this past weekend. The cast was large, including seven Hafford high school students. In a musical selection, Kendra Lafreniere, Kacy Tkachuk and Michelle and Jenna Gall sang perfectly, which brought the audience to applause. It is wonderful to see young performers on stage, as I personally think this adds to the play.

They had six raffle draws to be made at the Sunday performance. The proceeds from this are used to offset the production costs.

All these small communities put on great performances and have many volunteers who spend endless hours, whether it be in background and stage setting, selling tickets, working the bar or food preparation. The meals the volunteers prepare are always home cooked and great food and entertainment make for a perfect outing.

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APRIL IS CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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Despite progress — the survival rate is now at 63 per cent — more Canadians die of cancer than any other disease. That’s why funding activities are organized throughout the month of April to help prevent cancer and fund research; it’s so that one day we can win the battle against this disease that kills 210 Canadians every day.

You can contribute to the fight against cancer by purchasing a bouquet of daffodils, which are a symbol of renewal, hope and courage. You can also wear a daffodil pin as a sign of solidarity with those who are fighting for their lives; you’ll be doing so along with all their families, and with the families of those who have lost their battle.

You can also donate time or money or help raise funds.

Lastly, you can fight against cancer by taking care of your health and minimizing your risk of developing this disease. Even though you have no control over your age and your genes, you can control other risk factors, such as smoking, alcohol use, physical inactivity, chronic stress and sun exposure.

To learn more about cancer or about Daffodil Month activities, visit www.cancer.ca.

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Eating together just like the wolf and the lamb Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, phoned last week to say that he and Ruby have been getting along like the wolf and the lamb.

I was not certain what Ed was referring to by his reference to the wolf and the lamb.

Was Ed the wolf and was Ruby the lamb? Usually, when the wolf and the lamb get together, it doesn’t turn out well for the lamb.

Wolves have a solid reputation for being hungry for lamb chops.

My old neighbour was referring to the wolf and the lamb grazing or eating together as described the Bible.

He and Ruby had been eating out too regularity for

his waistline.

Church suppers, invitations to meals with friends and relatives and dinners in support of various organizations had Ed loosening his belt.

Ed said that as one of the dinner guests he cannot eat lightly, or he would offend his hosts.

I suggested that there would be no need to diet in heaven as all foods will be calorie free.

Ed rejected my suggestion that there will be no calories in heaven.

Like Doubting Thomas, my old neighbour must see and touch heaven for himself before he would consider it to be true in any way.

I asked Ed, “Once you

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca are dead will you see and touch your dead body in your coffin?”

He said that he couldn’t, as only others would see or touch his dead body in the casket.

Some things, I told Ed, cannot be viewed or handled ahead of time like heaven.

I reminded Ed that,

“The tomb of Christ is famous because of what it does not contain.” (Sam Morris) “We live and die; Christ died and lived!”

(John Stott) The resurrection of Jesus changed the dead end, hopelessness of the grave.

Jesus proved that death is not a prison but a passage into God’s presence.

After his crucifixion, Jesus’ dead body was in a tomb, but he arose from the dead and is alive forever.

The Bible says it this way, “Who is to condemn?

Christ Jesus is the one who died – more than that, who was raised – who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us.”

When the women went to the tomb of Jesus to anoint his dead body, they had no belief that the last enemy, death, had been destroyed.

They found the stone rolled away from his tomb.

When they entered the tomb, they did not find the body of Jesus.

They were perplexed that the body was gone, but

two men stood by them in dazzling apparel.

They were frightened, and the men asked them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here but has risen.

Remember how he told you that the Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men and be crucified and on the third day rise.”

When the women told these things to the apostles, they did not believe them.

Peter, however, ran to the tomb and found the tomb empty except for the linen burial cloths.

The Bible confirms, “And God raised the Lord and will also raise us up by his power.” (To heaven)

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.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide M.S.P.

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted

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Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Hope Mennonite Fellowship

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Notre Dame (RC) Parish

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

Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)

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

EASTER SERVICES: March 24 - 5:00 pm - Liturgy & washing of feet at HAFFORD March 25 - 9:00 am - Annunciation Liturgy & Shroud Service & 7:00 pm - Jerusalem Matins March 27 - 10:30 am - Resurrection Martins, Easter Liturgy & blessings of baskets April 1 - 9:00 am - Divine Liturgy (Thomas Sunday) Contact: Fr. Ivan Nahachewsky - 306-961-1390

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

OFFICE 306-445-3836

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177

SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome

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

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

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

ANGLICAN PARISH

SUNDAY SERVICES St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

Third Avenue United Church

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

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Weekly Programs

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

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

Battleford United Church

Pastor Patrick Carty

Hosanna Life Center

Come Join Us

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

Living Water Ministry

Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

306-445-5079 / 306-481-5073 DON ROSS CENTER ROOM #109 - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAYS Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield Members of Christian Ministers Association

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church DELMAS - Rev. Father Greg Elder SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK

S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

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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90th annual Unity Music Festival begins Monday

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

April showers bring May flowers? And were you happy or surprised with the election results?

The 90th annual Unity Music Festival beings Monday, April 11 and runs to April 14. Vocal and musical numbers take place Monday through Thursday at Unity United Church. Piano performances will be Tuesday to Thursday at Unity Baptist Church. Morning sessions for both of these events begin at 9 a.m. with afternoon sessions at 1:30 p.m. and evening sessions at 7 p.m.

The band performances will be at St. Peter’s School Monday at 9:15 a.m. while the school performances will run Tuesday at St. Peter’s School at 9:15 a.m. with Unity Public School hosting Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. Final performances will take place at UCHS senior gym on Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m.

I am so disappointed to say that even though we should be reporting and recognized for hockey season finishing off with some big wins instead Unity folks are dismayed at the mass media appeal of a brawl that broke out following a game five SWHL final between Wilkie Outlaws and Biggar Nationals. I know as a person who has served on multiple committees for events like Run for Riderville, CTV Hometown Tour, multiple Western Canadian fastpitch events have built up Unity’s reputation around the province. It only took minutes of pure foolishness to negate all many have worked so hard to build up. Shame on those involved in that ridiculous scrap after that game.

And, I ask all of our readers, to please remember that it only takes a handful of troublemakers to create all of that chaos and try not painting our entire town with the same brush, as Unity’s name has been plastered on the majority of those media reports on this unfortunate incident.

Congratulations are offered to the Unity bantam provincial team who captured the Provincial B Bantam championship undefeated. As well, congratulations to our neighbors the Wilkie Outlaws, whom Unity adopted as their own this year.

The Wilkie Outlaws captured both provincial and league titles. Unity is also cheering Braden Lacoursiere, playing round three of playoffs with the North Battleford North Stars in their league championship. Alex Pernitsky, playing with the Lloydminster Bobcats, will be soon be competing in the RBC Telus Cup. Unity Curling Club president Glen Heit has competed at Canadian National Senior Men’s curling in Digby N.S. Facebook and Twitter kept fans up to date on their results throughout the competition. Team Fell, which consisted of players Lloyd Fell,

nity News Curtis Bowker, Carla Hoffman and Alana Love, competed in provincial mixed curling championships in Martinsville. Thirty volunteers came for the work bee March 29 to clean out the ice, boards, logos and annual year-end maintenance at the curling rink.

While some communities struggle to keep their ice time filled, Unity’s arena was busy throughout the season both on the hockey and curling side. In her first year with the town of Unity Cora Fischer, Parks and Recreation director, reflects on the arena season.

This year’s rink season was unprecedented as it involved coming to the aid of, and adapting to, the influx of hockey and curlers from Wilkie, in addition to teams in all divisions of Unity Minor Hockey. The rink also hosted recreational hockey teams, the Unity Skating Club and public skating. The Montreal Canadien Alumni hockey tour was also hosted.

“I think overall it was a great season and I’m looking forward to next year’s season, so we can make it even better,” Fisher said.

“Ice scheduling is a 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven-daysa-week job. Sometimes you feel like there isn’t a day off.

I am looking forward to my mini holiday after this season.”

The TVs in the lobby as well as the online schedule were commended by many as convenient and accurate.

A new Facebook page was set up to bring updates to those who rely on social media.

The curling club had record high numbers for their leagues, some due to the Wilkie fire. Including a number of bonspiels, the curling rink played host to the several junior curling playdowns. The Heidt foursome captured the Senior Men’s Provincial curling banner (curlers Brad Heidt, Unity curling club president Glen Heit, Mark Lang and Dan Ormsby). A unique Canadian Curling Association “8 ender” award was presented to Team Schell for this past season.

Unity will be adding several championship banners to their rafters. The Unity Atoms captured both the A and B side of their league while the Bantam Black team earned the league title when they defeated the Bantam Red team for the Highway 14 League title.

The Midget AA made it to semifinals of the Centre Four Hockey League. The bantam provincial team won their title.

It’s only a month away to the first official event at the ball diamonds and teams are anxious to be on top of their game before their season arrives. Congratulations to

Morgan Huber who played in Surrey B.C. as part of the Softball Sask U16 winter training team.

The rink will be a “hopping” place April 16 as it hosts the spring trade show on the curling rink side and the annual Delta Co-op Egg Hunt on the hockey rink side.

Unity Public School will recognize International Day of Pink, while April 22 they will be reminding kids about the Earth Day “Lights Out Canada” event.

St. Peter’s School has the sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation taking place on Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m. in St. Peter’s Parish. To prepare for this journey Grade 2 student have been learning several prayers, Bible stories and about miracles performed by Jesus. Father Greg and Father Dan made this a wonderful experience for each student. Many Grade 2 students were part of the Good Friday service.

At UCHS, the drama students spent Tuesday and Wednesday of this week performing their production Greek Mythology Olmypiaganza for the public.

Track students are practising indoors. Badminton is the only other school sport left for Warrior sports programs and players are practising, playing in league and tournaments and preparing for upcoming district playdowns. The deadline for the Activate contest has passed and students and their judges will be assessing entries.

The Grade 7 classes are participating in the speech arts category for the Unity and District Music Festival The Unity Little Assembly Club, through their annual Dance for the Health of

The Unity Provincial B Bantam championship team: back row - Pat Risling (head coach), Jack Biensch (assistant coach), Keiran Watier, Kevin Scherr (assistant coach), Danton L’Heureux, Carter Cammidge, Luke Sperle, Andrew Kratchmer, Jaxon Bertoia, Easton McLean, Thomas Ward, Pat Sperle (assistant coach), Regan L’Heureux (manager); front row - Tyson Krpan, Trey Pernitsky, Garin Scherr, Raedyn Brown, Dillon Poschenreider, Ethan Scherr, Jacob Biensch, Isaak L’Heureux and Colby Ralston. Photo by Sherri Solomko

It events, donated $5,000 to the hospital. This group has donated more than $70,000 in the past 18 years.

Unity Credit Union held their annual general meeting March 22, announcing another positive financial year. Unity Credit Union is the 13th largest credit union in Saskatchewan and the largest single branch credit union in Saskatchewan.

Long-term service awards were presented. Among them were Glenn Colley, manager of lending, who has 30 years of credit union service and Cindy Young, who has spent her entire 35-year career with Unity Credit Union.

Unity museum president Pat Uzelman says it will cost

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at least $10,000 to repair the roof of the Swarthmore Church building. Once the roof is fixed the inside will need to be repaired from the damage that leaky rook has caused. You can support their fundraising efforts by taking in their weekly Sunday brunch. This is the main fundraiser for the museum and a weekly commitment by this group to offer a great, hot meal as well as plenty of opportunity for fellowship.

Coffee row, when I was a kid, was a time honoured tradition and a place you knew immediate response to a community crisis or family in need was born.

Thankfully, in small-town Saskatchewan, this is still

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the case, although the Internet has superseded this crisis response somewhat. Still, no matter how residents learn of a crisis in their community the remarkable display of “Saskatchewanism” is evident as folks rush to gather, plan, organize and help wherever it was needed. It might be fixing a collapsed roof on a local building or jumping into equipment from their farm to go help another when they were experiencing an unfortunate life circumstance. These are some of the many reasons we appreciate our coffee row tradition. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row.

Until next time …

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