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Cram an Ambulance

EMS Elves help stuff some stockings According to numbers provided by Hall, 346 families have registered with the Empty Stocking Fund for Christmas hampers, and included in those numbers are 619 children and 575 adults.

A good portion of the toys are needed for the age group seven to 11. Hall said they might need to buy some additional toys to fill the need for certain age groups, something they account for every year.

The Christmas hampers with the food items going out to families had already been boxed up and ready to go, with the 346 hampers going out Sunday. Any extra hampers left over will go to those

who weren’t able to apply in time for whatever reason.

“We try and make allowances for people and help them as much as we can.”

As usual, Hall was impressed with the effort to Cram an Ambulance. “ I think it was very successful again this year,” said Hall.

“The outpouring of support the last couple of days have really come forward, and we couldn’t do what we do without WPD Ambulance and all the businesses and all the individuals who take the time out to go buy some toys and provide them for us. We would just be at a loss to try and find over 600 toys for kids ourselves.”

CORRECTION NOTICE PHOTOS BY JOHN CAIRNS

WPD Ambulance employees were among those who unloaded the toys collected in the Cram an Ambulance campaign into the offices of the Empty Stocking Fund on Dec. 17. One passerby also pitched in to help. For more photos visit www.newsoptimist.ca.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter The Cram an Ambulance campaign by WPD Ambulance to provide toys for the less fortunate this holiday season has wrapped for another year.

Toys were collected from various locations across the city, with the WPD volunteers able to completely fill a full ambulance at the Walmart location Dec 17.

We would just be at a loss to try and find over 600 toys for kids ourselves.

– Bill Hall The ambulance then drove from Walmart down to the headquarters of the Empty Stocking Fund on 101st Street.

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The next step was for the toys to be included in the Christmas hampers. Normally it takes a couple of days to sort and match the toys, which filled an entire room at the Food Bank, to kids on the hamper list.

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Revisiting a seasonal tale of the gift of giving The Gift of the Magi

By O. Henry One dollar and eighty-seven cents. That was all. And sixty cents of it was in pennies. Pennies saved one and two at a time by bulldozing the grocer and the vegetable man and the butcher until one’s cheeks burned with the silent imputation of parsimony that such close dealing implied.

Three times Della counted it. One dollar and eighty-seven cents. And the next day would be Christmas.

Has Christmas Changed?

By Gord Colliar Has Christmas Changed? Is the feeling gone?

From the Christmases of our past?

Has the World moved out too far to reach?

Is the pace of life too fast?

Think back in time before computers, Nintendo, Or the dreaded cable TV. When Christmas Day was the feast of the year, Gifts of love and most important family.

Remember when Christmas tree hunting was a family affair On those cold winter days?

And those lunches Mom packed to head back in the hills Were the best we ever ate.

And decorating the Christmas tree or decking the halls And of course the Christmas Lights.

And the smell of wood smoke as it hung in the air On those cold and frosty nights.

And After midnight mass, Santa would come When we were tucked away in our beds.

Or Japanese oranges from wooden crates And Christmas cards strung from a thread.

So, if given a wish instead of a present My reply would be simple and quick.

Grant me one more Christmas from days of my past And see Christmas through the eyes of a Kid. Merry Christmas.

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Thank you to the North Tim Hortons (by Sobeys) for helping the Notre Dame School Council put together a “Christmas cheer” treat of hot chocolate and cookies for the students Dec. 18. The children were very appreciative.

Merry Christmas!

There was clearly nothing left to do but flop down on the shabby little couch and howl. So Della did it.

Which instigates the moral reflection that life is made up of sobs, sniffles, and smiles, with sniffles predominating.

While the mistress of the home is gradually subsiding from the first stage to the second, take a look at the home. A furnished flat at $8 per week. It did not exactly beggar description, but it certainly had that word on the look-out for the mendicancy squad.

In the vestibule below was a letter-box into which no letter would go, and an electric button from which no mortal finger could coax a ring. Also appertaining thereunto was a card bearing the name “Mr. James Dillingham Young.”

The “Dillingham” had been flung to the breeze during a former period of prosperity when its possessor was being paid $30 per week.

Now, when the income was shrunk to $20, the letters of “Dillingham” looked blurred, as though they were thinking seriously of contracting to a modest and unassuming D. But whenever Mr. James Dillingham Young came home and reached his flat above he was called “Jim” and greatly hugged by Mrs. James Dillingham Young, already introduced to you as Della. Which is all very good.

Della finished her cry and attended to her cheeks with the powder rag. She stood by the window and looked out dully at a grey cat walking a grey fence in a grey backyard.

To-morrow would be Christmas Day, and she had only $1.87 with which to buy Jim a present. She had been saving every penny she could for months, with this result. Twenty dollars a week doesn’t go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are. Only $1.87 to buy a present for Jim. Her Jim. Many a happy hour she had spent planning for something nice for him. Something fine and rare and sterling - something just a little bit near to being worthy of the honour of being owned by Jim. There was a pier-glass between the windows of the room. Perhaps you have seen a pier-glass in an $8 Bat. A

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very thin and very agile person may, by observing his reflection in a rapid sequence of longitudinal strips, obtain a fairly accurate conception of his looks. Della, being slender, had mastered the art.

Suddenly she whirled from the window and stood before the glass. Her eyes were shining brilliantly, but her face had lost its colour within twenty seconds.

Rapidly she pulled down her hair and let it fall to its full length.

Now, there were two possessions of the James Dillingham Youngs in which they both took a mighty pride. One was Jim’s gold watch that had been his father’s and his grandfather’s. The other was Della’s hair. Had the Queen of Sheba lived in the flat across the airshaft, Della would have let her hair hang out of the window some day to dry just to depreciate Her Majesty’s jewels and gifts.

Had King Solomon been the janitor, with all his treasures piled up in the basement, Jim would have pulled out his watch every time he passed, just to see him pluck at his beard from envy.

So now Della’s beautiful hair fell about her, rippling and shining like a cascade of brown waters. It reached below her knee and made itself almost a garment for her. And then she did it up again nervously and quickly. Once she faltered for a minute and stood still while a tear or two splashed on the worn red carpet.

On went her old brown jacket; on went her old brown hat. With a whirl of skirts and with the brilliant sparkle still in her eyes, she cluttered out of the door and down the stairs to the street.

Where she stopped the sign read: ‘Mme Sofronie. Hair Goods of All Kinds.’ One Eight up Della ran, and collected herself, panting. Madame, large, too white, chilly, hardly looked the ‘Sofronie.’

“Will you buy my hair?” asked Della.

“I buy hair,” said Madame. “Take yer hat off and let’s have a sight at the looks of it.”

Down rippled the brown cascade.

“Twenty dollars,” said Madame, lifting the mass with a practised hand.

“Give it to me quick” said Della.

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PHOTOS BY AVERIL HALL

Christmas at the WDM The Westerm Development Museum in North Battleford was decked out for the season in a vintage atmosphere when two special days of Christmas celebrations were held earlier this month.

‘Everywhere they are wisest. They are the magi.’

Continued from Page 4 Oh, and the next two hours tripped by on rosy wings. Forget the hashed metaphor. She was ransacking the stores for Jim’s present.

She found it at last. It surely had been made for Jim and no one else. There was no other like it in any of the stores, and she had turned all of them inside out.

It was a platinum fob chain simple and chaste in design, properly proclaiming its value by substance alone and not by meretricious ornamentation - as all good things should do. It was even worthy of The Watch.

As soon as she saw it she knew that it must be Jim’s.

It was like him. Quietness and value - the description applied to both. Twenty-one dollars they took from her for it, and she hurried home with the 78 cents. With that chain on his watch Jim might be properly anxious about the time in any company. Grand as the watch was, he sometimes looked at it on the sly on account of the old leather strap that he used in place of a chain.

When Della reached home her intoxication gave way a little to prudence and reason. She got out her curling irons and lighted the gas and went to work repairing the ravages made by generosity added to love. Which is always a tremendous task dear friends - a mammoth task.

Within forty minutes her head was covered with tiny, close-lying curls that made her look wonderfully like a truant schoolboy. She looked at her reflection in the mirror long, carefully, and critically.

“If Jim doesn’t kill me,” she said to herself, “before he takes a second look at me, he’ll say I look like a Coney Island chorus girl.

But what could I do - oh! what could I do with a dollar and eighty-seven cents?”

At 7 o’clock the coffee was made and the fryingpan was on the back of the

stove hot and ready to cook the chops.

Jim was never late. Della doubled the fob chain in her hand and sat on the corner of the table near the door that he always entered. Then she heard his step on the stair away down on the first flight, and she turned white for just a moment. She had a habit of saying little silent prayers about the simplest everyday things, and now she whispered: “Please, God, make him think I am still pretty.”

The door opened and Jim stepped in and closed it. He looked thin and very serious. Poor fellow, he was only twenty-two - and to be burdened with a family! He needed a new overcoat and he was with out gloves.

Jim stepped inside the door, as immovable as a setter at the scent of quail. His eyes were fixed upon Della, and there was an expression in them that she could not read, and it terrified her. It was not anger, nor surprise, nor disapproval, nor horror, nor any of the sentiments that she had been prepared for. He simply stared at her fixedly with that peculiar expression on his face.

Della wriggled off the table and went for him.

“Jim, darling,” she cried, “don’t look at me that way.

I had my hair cut off and sold it because I couldn’t have lived through Christmas without giving you a present. It’ll grow out again - you won’t mind, will you?

I just had to do it. My hair grows awfully fast. Say ‘Merry Christmas!’ Jim, and let’s be happy. You don’t know what a nice-what a beautiful, nice gift I’ve got for you.”

“You’ve cut off your hair?” asked Jim, laboriously, as if he had not arrived at that patent fact yet, even after the hardest mental labour.

“Cut it off and sold it,” said Della. “Don’t you like me just as well, anyhow?

I’m me without my hair, ain’t I?”

Jim looked about the room curiously.

“You say your hair is gone?” he said, with an air almost of idiocy.

“You needn’t look for it,” said Della. “It’s sold, I tell you - sold and gone, too. It’s Christmas Eve, boy.

Be good to me, for it went for you. Maybe the hairs of my head were numbered,” she went on with a sudden serious sweetness, “but nobody could ever count my love for you. Shall I put the chops on, Jim?” Out of his trance Jim seemed quickly to wake.

He enfolded his Della. For ten seconds let us regard with discreet scrutiny some inconsequential object in the other direction. Eight dollars a week or a million a year - what is the difference?

A mathematician or a wit would give you the wrong answer. The magi brought valuable gifts, but that was not among them. This dark assertion will be illuminated later on.

Jim drew a package from his overcoat pocket and threw it upon the table.

“Don’t make any mistake, Dell,” he said, “about me. I don’t think there’s anything in the way of a haircut or a shave or a shampoo that could make me like my girl any less. But if you’ll unwrap that package you may see why you had me going a while at first.”

White fingers and nimble tore at the string and paper.

And then an ecstatic scream of joy; and then, alas! a quick feminine change to hysterical tears and wails, necessitating the immediate employment of all the comforting powers of the lord of the flat.

For there lay The Combs - the set of combs, side and back, that Della had worshipped for long in a Broadway window.

Beautiful combs, pure tortoise-shell, with jewelled rims - just the shade to wear in the beautiful vanished hair. They were expensive combs, she knew, and her

heart had simply craved and yearned over them without the least hope of possession.

And now, they were hers, but the tresses that should have adorned the coveted adornments were gone.

But she hugged them to her bosom, and at length she was able to look up with dim eyes and a smile and say: “My hair grows so fast, Jim!” And then Della leaped up like a little singed cat and cried, “Oh, oh!”

Jim had not yet seen his beautiful present. She held it out to him eagerly upon her open palm. The dull precious metal seemed to flash with a reflection of her bright and ardent spirit.

“Isn’t it a dandy, Jim? I hunted all over town to find it. You’ll have to look at the time a hundred times a day now. Give me your watch.

I want to see how it looks on it.”

Instead of obeying, Jim tumbled down on the couch and put his hands under the back of his head and smiled.

“Dell,” said he, “let’s put our Christmas presents away and keep ‘em a while.

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The magi, as you know, were wise men - wonderfully wise men - who brought gifts to the Babe in the manger. They invented the art of giving Christmas presents.

Being wise, their gifts were no doubt wise ones, possibly bearing the privilege of exchange in case of duplication. And here I have lamely All Pants 3 for $100

related to you the uneventful chronicle of two foolish children in a flat who most unwisely sacrificed for each other the greatest treasures of their house. But in a last word to the wise of these days let it be said that of all who give gifts these two were the wisest. Of all who give and receive gifts, such as they are wisest. Everywhere they are wisest. They are the magi.

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The Fransoo Family Cares The Fransoo family has made a donation of $50,000 to the My Community Cares Campaign. The reception area will be named in honour of the family and their generosity. In the photo are: standing - Ben Fransoo, Gilles Fransoo, Jess Bigknife (program coordinator), Thomas Fransoo, Marti Fransoo; front - Diane Charpentier, Jason Laliberte, Kate Fransoo.

WPD Ambulance Cares WPD Ambulance made a donation of $10,000. In the new facility one of the medical rooms will be named for the WPD Ambulance in recognition of their support. In the photo are: Jen O’Hanlon, Walter Dutchak , Mark Borody and Jess Bigknife (program co-ordinator).

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A snowplow was rearended Friday morning on Highway 1 between Balgonie and White City.

The plow was travelling westbound, at about 40 km/h, treating for icy conditions when it was struck from behind, according to a government press release. The driver of the plow and the driver of the vehicle were not hurt in the collision.

Drivers are urged to slow down when encountering a plow in operation. It is illegal to pass a plow at greater than 60 km/hr.

They create mini-blizzards known as the snow zone which can cause near whiteout conditions around the vehicle. Motorists should slow down and give the plow room to work.

The latest road condition updates are available on the Highway Hotline at www. saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline.

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What is your reaction to news that President Barack Obama is seeking to normalize relations with Cuba? ✓ It makes sense, if the Americans trade with China they ought to trade with Cuba. ✓ It’s terrible! All this will do is prop up the Communist dictatorship in Cuba. ✓ Maybe with more trade the Cubans will want to change their system of government. ✓ This is terrible! We will have more Americans at the resorts in Varadero. ✓ Cuba will soon be overrun by McDonalds and Starbucks!

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The Battlefords,Thursday, December 25, 2014 - Page 8

Dekker Centre filled with WinterSong

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter The Battlefords Children’s Choir program and the Gallery Singers along with special guests presented their annual WinterSong concert Sunday, Dec. 14 with the usual near-to-full-house crowds.

Performing at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts, the choirs, whose artistic directors are Dianne Gryba, JoAnne Kasper and Jan Michael Bourgeois, presented a musical lineup of seasonal songs.

The singers included the Battlefords Children’s Junior and Preparatory Choirs, Kamala Youth Choir and the adult choir of the Gallery Singers.

Singing as special guests were former Battlefords Children’s Choir members Jean Van Der Merwe and Katrina MacKinnon.

Kasper said Van Der Merwe sang with them for many years, and they miss him now that he’s moved on. He is studying vocal performance at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, sings with various choirs, performs in musical theatre and a does solo work, as well, said Kasper.

MacKinnon was also a long time member of the choir and played Dorothy in 2014’s Wizard of Oz, a production of the choir program.

Gryba said, “She added

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The Battlefords Children’s Junior and Preparatory Choirs joined the Gallery Singers for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

Scott McKnight, cello, Katrina MacKinnon, soprano, Joan Savage, violin, and Jean Van Der Merwe, bass, were special guests at Wintersong, a concert hosted by the Battlefords Children’s Choirs and the Gallery Singers.

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Above left, Jean Van Der Merwe sings I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus with the Battlefords Children’s Preparatory Choir. Above right, the Battlefords Children’s Junior Choir performs. so much to our group for the time she was here.”

In addition to having a beautiful voice she was appreciated for her mentoring of younger children in the program.

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Musical guests were Joan Savage, violin, and Scott McKnight, cello.

Kasper described Savage as a “friend” of the choir.

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The directors, Kasper and Gryba, have been committed to building a strong choral program in the Battlefords for more than a dozen years.

As well as co-conducting the Battlefords’ adult chamber choir, the Gallery Singers, they also co-conduct the Battlefords Children’s Choirs.

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McKnight is another “friend” to the choir and has performed several times with the choir, including in its musical theatre productions.

Gryba said, “His gracious spirit brings him down that road from Saskatoon,” where he, like Savage, teaches and plays in the symphony. He also heads up El Sistema in Saskatoon, a strings program for underprivileged children.

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Producer Jim Walls, far left, with the cast and chorus of A Christmas Carol, a dramatic reading of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. The presentation was held Sunday at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts in North Battleford.

A Christmas Carol ushers in holiday week

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter Producer of Sunday’s dramatic reading of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol said after the show it was “a wonderful way to lead up to Christmas Day.” Jim Walls said it’s been suggested it become an annual tradition in the Battlefords.

“It would be great to have this as an annual tradition and if we can figure it out, we’ll try.”

In addition to adding to the spirit of the holiday season, the production also raised $1,800 for the Empty Stocking Fund.

Lloyd Deshaye, Roy Challis, David Dekker, Tracy Knowles, John Gormley, Judy Bishop and Clint With One Voice, the chorus for A Christmas Carol.

Barrett, the spoken word cast of Sunday’s dramatic reading of A Christmas Carol.

What the cast had to say: Lloyd Deshaye, Battlefords Community Players: “I’m grateful to have been invited to have been part of this production. It was a lot of fun. It’s a great timeless story. I want to thank Jim and my other reading colleagues and the chorus for putting together a fine show.”

Roy Challis, playwright, director and performer: “I was glad Jim asked me. I was involved in a CBC [production]. It’s great to be involved with such wonderful singers and to have John come and add his voice to the local people.”

David Dekker, radio executive, “This is the quintessential Christmas classic and to have been asked

to be a part of this was truly amazing. It was a lot of fun and wonderful to hear as people performed.”

Tracy Knowles, BCP: “I was thankful Jim called me to do it. As with everyone, one of their first times doing a dramatic reading, it was a great experience. I’d do it again.”

John Gormley, radio host and former Battlefords resident: “It was wonderful. I’ve never done this before and it was terrific experience, a great cast – and Jim is to be commended. A great job!”

Judy Bishop, BCP: “The best part was working with this cast. It was a lot of fun.”

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The Battlefords,Thursday, December 25, 2014 - Page 10

NBCHS cooking program builds important skills

A student in the advanced after-school cooking program at North Battleford Comprehensive High School.

NOTICE of Public Hearing – Adoption of RM of Paynton No. 470 Zoning Bylaw Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Paynton No. 470 intends to adopt a new Zoning Bylaw (Bylaw No. 08-2014) under The Planning and Development Act, 2007.

INTENT OF ZONING BYLAW The proposed Zoning Bylaw implements the Official Community Plan. It provides for local provisions and regulations for the use and development of land for the health, safety, and general welfare of the inhabitants of the municipality. The Zoning Bylaw establishes Zoning Districts which regulate permitted, discretionary, and prohibited principal and accessory uses of land in the RM of Paynton and provides development permitted processes and standards.

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Cargill of North Battleford recently presented a cheque for $3,750 to North Battleford Comprehensive High School in support of its school cooking program and breakfast program. Left to right are Cargill Regional Grain Manager for North Saskatchewan Ames Leslie, commercial cooking teacher Janice Staff, NBCHS school liaison worker Amber Kotzer and Cargill North Battleford General Manager Bert Benoit.

AFFECTED LANDS All lands within the corporate limits of the RM of Paynton No. 470, as shown on the Zoning District Map contained within this notice, is affected the by proposed Zoning Bylaw. Your property may be directly affected by the provisions in the proposed bylaw. Please check the full version of the proposed Zoning Bylaw that is available for viewing at the RM Office.

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Students participate in the North Battleford Comprehensive High School after-school cooking program, supported

by Cargill Cares.

Submitted by Living Sky School Division Burt Benoit, general manager of Cargill in North Battleford, presented a cheque for $3,750 to North Battleford Comprehensive High School recently in support of its school cooking program and breakfast program.

Regional Manager Ames Leslie said the support provided through Cargill Cares focuses on their three goals of nourishing people, educating them about food and food safety and being environmen-

tally sustainable.

Janice Staff, commercial cooking teacher and NBCHS cafeteria manager, says the program is well supported by the students, some of whom had little or no experience preparing food.

“Even turning on our gas stoves was an experience for them,” said Staff.

The students have shown an increased sense of selfconfidence and belonging to the school community, many of them continuing to volunteer their time to help serve at noon. Among the

things they have learned to prepare are dips, stir-fries, casseroles, cookies, muffins and crisps, all from scratch with nutritious ingredients and no additives.

The skills that are developed through the program revolve around sanitation and safe food handling, tools and equipment used in commercial and home cooking and cooking skills. The program will resume in semester two at NBHCS, says Amber Kotzer, school liaison worker, who helps co-ordinate the program.

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Stuffing the Stockings The staff at Gold Eagle Lodge supports the Empty Stocking Fund with donations of hampers and gifts for families of the Battlefords.

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City building permits top $55 million

By John Cairns Staff Reporter Building permits in the city of North Battleford have now officially topped $55 million for the year.

Final numbers for November are now in, and the report from City Building Inspector Jerry Wintonyk shows that through November there have been 100 permits issued for $55,814,400, which compares to 118 permits for $20,387,900 for the same period a year earlier.

That good news had been widely expected, based on word from Wintonyk at previous Planning Committee meetings.

Numbers for the month of November alone showed strong permit value numbers.

Five permits were issued for $7,845,600, compared for 12 permits for $1,078,500 last November.

The numbers for last month include one industrial alteration permit for $2.75 million and two commercial alteration permits valued at $5,069,600. A residential alteration valued at $10,000 and a new garage at $16,000 rounded out the numbers for the month.

According to Wintonyk, one of those commercial alteration permits was a revised estimate, as it concerned the Walmart expansion that is still under way.

The original application had estimated a project value as $5.5 million. In fact, the expansion project was now valued at around $10 million, Wintonyk told council Monday.

The other big project was work being done by Lystek at the wastewater treatment plant — the biosolids project announced by the City.

Overall, 2014 has 2013 beat in terms of permit val-

ues, and there is still a month left on the calendar. Wintonyk said he looked forward to a “great start” for 2015 as well.

According to the numbers, the commercial and industrial categories have driven the growth in 2014 with 19 permits issued for $22,090,600 in the commercial alterations category alone this year. Four permits were issued for $8,710,000 in the new commercial category as well.

Wintonyk summarized the numbers for the year as follows: residential categories counted for $11.5 million, industrial $12.5 million, and commercial $30 million.

The numbers were presented at the city’s Planning Committee meeting Monday night. At the meeting council also thanked Wintonyk for his efforts handling a busy year of building permits for 2014.

Nov. stable for Battlefords RCMP detachment

By John Cairns Staff Reporter The year-to-year November numbers for Battlefords RCMP Detachment showed little change last month from a year earlier.

The numbers for November were presented to the City’s Planning Committee Monday as part of the monthly report from Insp.

John Sutherland.

Calls for service were down to 768 compared to 965 the previous November, but crime categories saw only small fluctuations in numbers compared to last year during that same time.

There were 53 person offences, unchanged from the previous November, and six residential break and enters, also unchanged. But there were increases in business break and enters (from zero to two), property offences (from 154 to 180), drug offences (from five to six) and Liquor Act offences (from

19 to 37).

On the positive side, there were drops in criminal code offences (from 114 to 105) and impaired operation of a motor vehicle (from 26 to 14).

Overall, crime numbers for 2014 are still down for the year in every category.

The only increase is in Liquor Act offences, which are up 64 per cent.

But through November, person offences are down 15 per cent, business break and enters are down 33 per cent, residential break and enters are down five per cent, property offences are down 20 per cent, criminal code offences down six per cent, drug offences are down 43 per cent, motor vehicle collisions are down 17 per cent, provincial traffic offences are down 45 per cent, impaired operation of a motor vehicle is down two per cent and municipal bylaws are down 11 per cent.

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Overall calls for service through November remain down substantially at 12,876, down from 15,152 through November 2013.

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BNS drop back-to-back games to end 2014

By Craig Beauchemin Sports reporter The Flin Flon Bombers (17-7-5-4) were on a sixgame losing streak when they came to the Civic Centre Friday.

They ended 2014 on a two-game winning streak as they took back-to-back games from the Battlefords North Stars (17-11-6-0) Friday and Saturday.

Friday, the North Stars seemed to struggle more with each passing period in a 3-0 loss.

Adam Beukeboom made 23 saves for his third shutout of the season, though many of those shots weren’t quality scoring chances.

Former Battlefords AAA Star Tyson Empey got the scoring started for the Bombers six minutes into the first when he took a slick backhand pass from Parker Evans Campbell from behind the net, and fired a wrist shot under the glove of Spencer Tremblay. Brandon Switzer got the second assist.

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Adam Beukeboom makes one of his 23 saves as Nick Fountain looks for a deflection during a 3-0 Bombers win Friday.

Battlefords captain Ryne Keller nearly tied the game later in the first, when he and Nick Fountain found themselves completely alone in front of Beukeboom. After Fountain slipped a backhand pass to Keller at the side of the net, he was robbed of a sure goal when Beukeboom laid flat on his stomach and

stretched out the right pad to stop the shot.

The shots ended 12-10 in favour of the Bombers, despite two power-play opportunities for the North Stars. They finished the game 0-for-4 on the man advantage.

Mid-way through the second, the North Stars ran into

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Just 1:40 after Fountain was charged for tripping, Danys Chartrand made him pay when he scored on what appeared to be a deflection off something in front of the net, and over the glove of Tremblay for a 2-0 lead.

Less than 30 seconds after the goal, Baxter Kanter was sent to the box for roughing, although the Bombers were unable to take advantage.

Flin Flon did extend their lead to 3-0 with just over a minute left in the period however, when Alex Smith scored his 14th of the year, with the assists going to former North

Star Braden Lacoursiere, and Joel Kocur.

The North Stars managed just eight shots on net, compared to 14 for the Bombers in the second period.

The third period is one the North Stars would like to forget.

Not only did they take only five shots on goal through 20 minutes, they seemed to struggle controlling the puck, and were unable to get anything going in a period where they needed a bounceback effort.

In the rematch Saturday, the North Stars came out with a better effort in the first, registering 12 shots on goal, with three power-play opportunities.

Once again, the North Stars anemic power play was their downfall, as they finished the game just 1-for-8.

The second period might haunt the North Stars over the Christmas break.

In a span of 6:03, the Bombers pumped Tremblay for five goals, the last of which ended in him being pulled from the net.

Dean Allison, Empey, Smith, Kristian St. Onge and former North Star Austin Evans all scored for the Bombers, in what was one of those situations where everything they threw at the net, found it’s way past Tremblay.

The shots were unsurprisingly heavily in the Bombers favour, at 18-8, and 25-20

after two periods.

The North Stars showed major signs of life in the third however.

Just 1:05 into the frame, Jake McMillen knocked a loose puck beside the net past Beukeboom on the power play for his seventh of the year. Reed Delainey and Michael Statchuk were given assists.

Six and a half minutes later, Jordan Townsend found a hole under the arm of Beukeboom when he came flying down the right wing and sniped his eighth of the year to cut the Bombers lead to three with 12:27 left to play.

The North Stars weren’t able to narrow the gap until it was already too late, when Fountain grabbed his ninth of the year from Delainey and McMillen with 35 seconds remaining in the game.

Ryan Rewarts stopped all 15 shots he faced in relief.

Battlefords heads into the Christmas break in third place in the Kramer division, 14 points behind the Kindersley Klippers, and three points behind the Notre Dame Hounds.

They don’t play another SJHL game until Jan. 8 when they welcome the La Ronge Ice Wolves (13-18-2-2), although they are travelling south to Minnesota to play an exhibition game against the North American Hockey League’s Minnesota Magicians (13-20-0) before then.

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No. 1 — Spencer Tremblay: Santa must have never played hockey. He doesn’t believe in stealing. Not like Spencer who steals the rubber, game in and game out.

No. 2 — Connor Sych: the hardest working elf in the neighbourhood.

No. 4 — Michael Statchuk: as delicate as glass from an old-time ornament, so fragile and delicate … oops … that’s not Michael.

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that forgot to be given on Christmas morning, but he will be found early in the New Year.

No. 6 — Kendall Fransoo: now Kendall has been in a few tilts. Was that naughty or nice?

No. 7 — Jake Calverley: had Santa’s beard for a while, though it was redder than Rudolph’s nose.

No. 8 — Conner Vermeulen: Crazy 8 from the Land of Misfit Toys!

No. 9 — Matt Saharchuk: it isn’t politically correct to get the kids guns for Christmas, but Matt is our sniper and we are thankful for that.

No. 10 — Baxter Kanter: Baxter’s bumps rank with Santa’s belly bumps, and we all like the Big Guy. No. 11 — Nick Fountain: with that baby-faced look, you’d think he was an angel. Nick?

No. 12 — Logan Nachtaegaele: Logan’s run is just starting. Could it be the gift that just keeps giving?

No. 14 — Jackson Bond: have to say it, apologies, beware, Jackson, Jackson Bond. Wears my number, he must be good.

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The Battlefords,Thursday, December 25, 2014 - Page 14

Midget AAA Stars get swept in Regina

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Battlefords Midget AAA Stars (17-9-0-0) dropped both games against the Regina Pat Canadians (20-0-5-1) this weekend, 6-5 Saturday and 4-1 Sunday.

Saturday, Owen Sillinger had two goals and three assists to lead the Canadians attack.

It was the Stars who got on the board first, as just 3:35 into the game Kyle Salaway gave his team an early lead.

Sillinger then scored twice

third, as they scored three unanswered goals in the first 12 minutes of the period.

Spencer Bast got the Stars within one with two goals late in the period, but it wasn’t enough as Regina held on for the 6-5 win.

Brett Pongracz made 28 saves in the losing effort.

Sunday, it was Bryce Platt scoring twice for Regina, and Clarke Flegel making 31 saves to help them to a 4-1 win.

The Pat Canadians went 3-for-5 on the power play, including two in the first period from Woods and Platt

in three minutes to give his team the 2-1 lead nearly eight minutes later.

Just 58 seconds after Sillinger’s second goal, Kaelen Holt tied the game with the help of Kaleb Dahlgreen and Salaway.

Only 1:43 later, Arthur Miller regained the Pat Canadians lead from Riley Woods and Sillinger.

Layne Young scored his 17th, the only goal of the second period, to tie the game at three heading to the final frame.

It was the Pat Canadians who came out flying in the

to take a 3-1 lead after 20 minutes.

Keifer Hintz had the lone Stars goal, which tied the game eight minutes into the frame.

Miler scored the third Regina power play goal of the day in the second, giving the Pat Canadians the 4-1 lead.

Talen King got the start in goal for the Stars, and finished with 28 saves.

The Stars are now off on their Christmas break until Saturday January 10, when they welcome the Swift Current Legionnaires (6-20-0-2) for a 2 p.m. tilt.

Midget AAA Sharks drop final games of 2014

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Battlefords AAA Midget Sharks (7-11-1-0) lost back-to-back games to

the Regina Rebels (6-6-2-3) to end their 2014 calendar year.

Saturday, Lilla CarpenterBoesch had a hat trick to power the Rebels to a 6-4 win.

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Her first goal came with just over two minutes remaining in the first period, assisted by Andie Willyman and Emilla McDougall.

Less than two minutes into the second, she was on the score sheet again, this time it was Brooke Pellerin getting the lone assist.

Sharks captain Jetta Derenoski got her team on the board, with the help of Kailee McGarry and Landry Derdall less than three minutes later.

Just 40 seconds later however, it was the Rebels regaining their two-goal lead when Delaney Frey scored unassisted.

McGarry scored an unassisted goal of her own 10 minutes later to narrow the score down to one.

With just eight seconds remaining in the second, Carpenter-Boesch completed

the hat trick with an unassisted tally of her own.

Both teams added a pair of goals in the third, with Misty Bird and Maya Tupper getting the scores for the Sharks.

Shelby Tornato stopped 24 shots in the loss.

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finished with 44 saves in a 2-0 loss.

The game didn’t start off well for Battlefords, as Vayda Kotyk scored just 16 seconds into the opening frame, assisted by Chelsea Perepeluk and Santana Gravelle.

Marshall then shut the door, not allowing another goal until MacKenzie Kuffner scored on the power play with 3:33 remaining in the third period.

Tatum Shand made 19 saves for the shutout.

The Sharks are now off until Jan. 3 when they travel to Saskatoon to take on the Stars in back-to-back games.

North Stars Christmas Continued from Page 12 No. 16 — Jake Erickson: our scintillating Scandinavian skater is as dependable as Santa himself.

No. 18 — Brenden Heinrich: smooth as the traditional beverage that glides swiftly down the hatch-et on Christmas day.

No. 19 — Ryne Keller: oh Captain, my Captain, seize the day. Ryne, our poet on ice, the leader of our pack. If you look close, he sometimes does have a red nose.

No. 20 — Reed Delainey: no one knows this but Santa and I, but when I hear Nat King Cole’s The Christmas Song it reminds me of the smooth graceful perfection of Delainey on ice.

No. 21 — Otto Mitchell: for those who are dyslexic, I just love the 21 Days of Christmas.

No. 22 — Jordan Townsend: bear down and jingle more bells!

No. 23 — Brady O’Sullivan: elves are Irish, aren’t they?

No. 24 — Jake McMillen: reminds me of my mother’s turkey dressing, as he undresses defenseman each and every night.

No. 25 — Igor Leonenko: we all harken for Christmas morning in a restless Christmas eve sleep. We dream of when Igor returns to his rightful place on the ice No. 29 — Matthew Havens: a big gift in a small package.

No. 35 — Ryan Rewerts: Santa has long silver locks, similar to this guy. But our goalie also locks the door on our opposition.

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Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame

Rubby Rollers wrap up season with a win

Monetary donations support organization’s operation

By Craig Beauchemin

By Craig Beauchemin

Sports Reporter

Sports Reporter The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame in Battleford received a pair of donations this past week.

Dec. 16, the hall hosted an open house in conjunction with the donations being delivered.

The now dissolved Battlefords Collegiate Institute, and the Elks Club of North Battleford gave the donations.

BCI donated $2,144.77, while the Elks club donated $500.

Jane Shurry, president and CEO of the hall says they plan on using the money wisely.

“What we are in the process of doing is getting more display area, more display cases,” said Shurry.

She says they plan on recognizing their generous donations as well.

“I assured the dissolved BCI committee that we

The Battlefords Roller Derby League’s Rubby Rollers ended their season on a high note, winning their final game by a score of 171-157 over the Saskatoon Killa Bees.

It was their first victory of the 2014 season, which included three home games and four on the road.

The season also saw the Rubby Rollers travel to Calgary, Moose Jaw and Lloydminster for games.

2014 was just the second year in the league for the team, and many of the players spent time at boot camps and development scrimmages, expanding their skills.

A member of the team, Tanis Rousseau, says anyone who is looking to try roller derby for the first time can come to their “fresh meat” when they start up again for the 2015 year in the spring.

She says knowing how to skate is not required, as they will teach anyone who comes out.

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Jane Shurry receives a cheque for $2,144.77 from Art Burdett on behalf of the now dissolved Battlefords Collegiate Institute. would certainly do something, and have it marked accordingly on behalf of the

Albers signs with Blue Jays Staff North Battleford’s Andrew Albers is officially returning to North America to play baseball.

The Toronto Blue Jays announced on Twitter Friday that they have signed the lefthanded pitcher to a minor league contract.

Albers will also take part in the Blue Jays’ major league spring training in Florida, according to the team.

While the news puts Albers with a Canadian-based organization, the Jays’ AAA affiliate in Buffalo appears

to be his most likely landing spot for 2015. Albers previously played in the International League in 2013 with the Rochester Red Wings.

Albers’ previous major league contract was with the Minnesota Twins. He was called up to the Twins during the 2013 season where he had a major league record of two wins and five losses and an ERA of 4.05.

Albers spent the 2014 season playing professional baseball with the Hanwha Eagles of the Korean league, where his record was 6-13 and his ERA was 5.89.

money they donated,” she explained.

“The people from Battleford and BCI have contributed, and we owe it to them to acknowledge them.”

Shurry says the donations are what keep the organiza-

tion going.

“We’re non-profit, we operate on funds that we raise,” she said. “It’s important that the organizations in the Battlefords are aware that their help is certainly of great value to us.”

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Students use new Light of Christ logo for Christmas crafts Submitted The Light of Christ Catholic School Division has introduced a new logo this year. Cory Rideout, director of education, had a part in designing the new, simpler symbolism in the logo. The new logo colors are blue and green which are more web-friendly than the red and yellow of the old logo.

The new logo was designed to include the vision statement of the division, pray, educate, and serve.

A local embroidery shop has created the digitized embroidery logo division staff are able to embroider onto

any cloth item.

Students in the Functional Integrated Program at John Paul II Collegiate in North Battleford made Christmas tree ornaments using the logo to decorate pieces of felt.

Teacher Rhea Good ordered the embroidery back in November so the students would have ample time to do the hand sewing. Students used embroidery floss and quilt batting to make the crafts.

The gifts were presented to teachers at a Christmas Luncheon on Dec. 16. The gifts were a total surprise, and everyone promised they would hang it on their tree that very night.

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Lacey Crain happy to show off her sewing.

Students in the Functional Integrated Program at John Paul II Collegiate in North Battleford have made Christmas tree ornaments using the new Light of Christ Catholic Schools logo to decorate pieces of felt. They were given as gifts to the teachers. Above, Matt Hall shows off a completed tree ornament. Right, Eileen Oborowsky was overjoyed to receive such a meaningful gift.

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Harley is very happy to show off his sewing project, above. Below, Harley was the Santa Claus at the Functional Integrated Christmas Luncheon, so he passed out the gifts to all the guests.

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Wouldn’t you prefer a different place than this for your next family gathering?

Drinking and Driving Ruins Lives.

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To drink or drive?

You have to choose Too many people are arrested every holiday season after failing breathalyzer tests at police roadside checkpoints.

Driving while intoxicated puts your own life in danger, but the worst thing is that it endangers the lives of other road users as well. Make sure that this festive time of year doesn’t end in tragedy for you or anyone else.

Christmas time often means one party after another with drinks galore. When you accept an invitation, plan ahead of time how you’re going to get home. Members of the same family or group of friends can designate a driver, arrange to share a taxi at the end of the evening, or use a free or for-hire drive home service.

Even if your alcohol consumption is moderate you still ought to check that you’re still capable of driving safely. Use a personal breath alcohol tester to find out if you’re over the legal limit; they are on sale at most provincial liquor and wine stores.

It might be hard to remember this when under the influence, but a person’s behaviour and faculties are altered by alcohol. When blood alcohol content is over 0.5 g/l, a driver’s field of vision shrinks, distance perception changes, visual reaction times increase, there is more sensitivity to glare, and vigilance and resistance to fatigue are reduced. Perhaps the ultimate danger is that alcohol consumption results in a loss of inhibition, which causes drivers to under-evaluate dangers and break traffic laws.

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If you does the crime, you does the time We seem to be in a no sun cycle, just overcast days.

Not cold just bleak overcast weather. I much prefer the sunshine, but one cannot complain about how cold it is outside. Any of these days of “not too cold” weather is fine with me. Every day is one day closer to spring.

Remember Dec. 21 was the shortest day and after that, more daylight every day For you hoar frost believers, June 13 to 16 look like a good rain. We will see.

On the home front, my front yard is just a sheet of ice. I swear that another thousand gallons of water and I could have an Olympic-sized skating rink. To get to the vehicles, my wife and I are doing the “moose-crossinga-frozen-river walk.” You know, shuffling, short little steps, never lifting your feet off the ground very high just sliding ahead. Falling is not a good option. It would be easy to fall. It would be really easy to break something. Slow

and careful is much better.

I don’t like falling. Well it’s not the falling as much as the landing.

My man Jaco has returned from South Africa. I have seen the whites of his eyes across the kitchen table. That is how I can tell if someone is truly here and coming to work. He looks tanned and rested. He tells me he had a good visit with his family. He tells me his father had one of his knees replaced so this knee problem is all over the world I guess. His father is about the same age as I am.

He was here Saturday and got the two pins in on the arms of the bulldozer blade.

We had the bulldozer blade hanging on the tractor but needed three pins put in. He had rebuilt the nosepiece on the tractor that was broken last year in a towing incident.

He welded one of the tabs on too close so we could not get the plate on that holds the bulldozer blade up. I will get him to trim it back with

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Regular contributor to newsoptimist.ca an angle grinder and Jackall it up so we can slide the pin in. The blade started out as a 10-foot model made by Universal Industries. I have modified it many times and extended it out to 16 feet. I had it first on a 4020. Then I had it on my JD 8630, then my JD 8850s. Each time it got modified. Now it is modified to fit this JD 8970. If I was in the snow plowing business, I would have to do something about the push pole or buy a new one. The blade itself is almost indestructible, with double plated construction.

This is good enough for me

Sons of Norway

Celebrating the season

By Arlene Walker On Dec. 7, the Sons of Norway members and guests celebrated the Christmas season with a Scandinavian Supper at the Do Drop In in Meota.

About 45 people enjoyed the rommegrot, lutefisk, po-

tato sausage, cod and all traditional dainties.

Everyone took part playing cards, dominoes, crokinole and tile rummy before supper.

Door prizes were distributed to Vicky Machniak, Ralph Soiseth, Denis Johnson, Robert Iverson and Barb

Soloninko.

The 50/50 draw was won

by John Soloninko who promptly returned it to the lodge.

Appreciation is expressed to all who donated the door prizes and to all who helped make it such a successful day.

as I use it to clean up my yard only. I don’t have bin yards scattered all over the country anymore.

Jaco has the shop cleaned out so we can get the tandem truck in. I found a good used 3208 Cat motor over at Cudworth. It is sitting on the floor of the shop beside the dead cat motor. He needs to remove the drive disc from the new used motor as it came out of a combine. Then he needs to put on the flywheel and clutch from the old motor. Then we can get the truck into the shop and lift the new motor in. I am glad to have Jaco’s help as I don’t fit under the truck very well Jaco is working on getting his 1A so he has driving lessons in Lloydminster. Whenever he is not doing that, he can work for me. There is always a to-do list on the farm. It is nice to have someone look after the to-do list.

Nothing is very pressing right

now unless you leave it to the last minute. Then I know things jam up real fast.

In farm news. the grain prices are creeping up if you have a grade No 1 or a No 2 with high protein of 13 per cent or more. The high protein wheat is nearing $7.

Grain prices have come up for the quality grains but the ethanol wheat’s are down just over the $4. Malting barley is in short supply and I understand the prices are good. Canola is playing with $10. It has not made it there yet, but it will for those who can wait. Make sure the darn stuff doesn’t heat on you in the meantime.

I am still waiting for the government to impose the $100,000 fines per day on CN rail for not hauling what they were supposed to. Then they changed it to $100,000 per week. Now that seems to have gone away altogether.

Is this government going to fine this railway or not?

There is a saying “justice delayed is justice denied.”

What is it going to be? Maybe we could suggest all future bank robbers just wear suits and ties. You will get off. As long as you are a big enough suit you can do anything.

That non-hauling trick the railroads pulled cost the Canadian farmer millions in lost

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Joke of the week, thanks to Janet. Three women got into an elevator. They noticed each other’s perfume.

The one says “Chanel No 5, $40 an ounce.” The other one with her nose in the air said “Ralph Lauren, $80 an ounce.” An older, heavier lady let go with a pungent blast of flatulence and with a smirk on her face said “Cabbage, fifty cents a pound.”

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Santa Claus Day hosted at the community complex their relatives. The day was organized by ADRA. They catered to the monthly noon lunch and then the afternoon was filled with activities for the children and the arrival of Santa Claus who handed out bags of goodies.

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent Santa Claus Day was held at the Meota Community Complex Dec. 13, with a good turnout of children and

The Meota Lions’ Chorus has been entertaining for many years and they had accumulated donations that they wanted to share with special programs, in the area. A donation of $250. was given to Bill Hall, at the Food Bank in North Battleford Dec.16, by Linda Ard on behalf of the chorus group.

Three boxes of food were also delivered on behalf of Eastern Star and Meota Seniors. Another cheque the same size will be given to Creative Kids, also in the city.

eota News The Meota Chorus sang a few Christmas songs that folks could join in with. Very popular was Duhaime’s team of horses with their sleigh, that gave rides to many happy kids, and likely some adults, too.

The Hobby Band held their Christmas potluck dinner Dec. 16 following their jam session in the morning.

This was successful and enjoyed by their members and some guests.

New residents in Meota since October are Carol Strong and Chris Korosi.

Now Carol has accepted the position of village secretary, so she’s a busy girl and is ready to do her best for the village.

How good to have the sanding truck pass along most of the village streets.

They are pretty treacherous, but not as slippery as one would expect. It seems it snowed right after the rain,

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The Meota Credit Union chose the Do Drop In Seniors as their recipient of this year’s “random act of charity” with a donation of $500, at their meeting Dec. 12. It was presented by employee Rene L’heureux to president Robert Iverson, with secretary Joyce Antoine in the background.

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Don’t get run over by a reindeer on Xmas Eve Ed, my neighbour next door, is not home for Christmas this year. He and Ruby are celebrating Christmas in Edmonton, Alta. My neighbor had told me before they left that I should be careful because I could get run over by a reindeer on Christmas Eve. He loves to sing, (How) Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer.

Ed delights in telling me that he would come out to a Christmas Eve Church service if we cut out the Christmas carols and had some good classic Christmas music. I asked him if he was referring to something like, “Handel’s Messiah,” as some classic music. He answered, “No the

good old classic Christmas music like, Walking in a Winter Wonderland, or I’ll Be Home for Christmas, is what I’m talking about.”

I said that they might be familiar songs, but not usually used in church on Christmas Eve. “That’s too bad!” Ed said to have the last word.

Christmas Eve is a special time when many folks do make a great effort to be home for Christmas.

Many of us also go to church unless we cannot drive through snowblocked roads. Christmas Eve will find us at church with the lights low and candles aglow, singing carols we know from our hearts. There we celebrate

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca the story of Jesus’ birth.

We hear the events of the story from chapter 2 of Luke. The events are: Joseph and Mary went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David. They went there to register for the census that fist took place while Quirinius was

governor of Syria. They travelled to Bethlehem for the census because Joseph was of the house and line of David. While they were there, Mary, who was expecting a child gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger because there was no room

for them in the inn.

There were shepherds out in the fields keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to shepherds and terrified them.

The angel told them that they didn’t need to fear, for he had good news of great joy for them, and for all the people.

He shared that a newly born Savior was in the town of David, and the one born there is Christ the Lord. The angel said that they should go and check it out. They should go to Bethlehem and see there a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.

Then the heavenly host of angels appeared with

the angel praising God and they said, “Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace to men on whom his favour rests.”

When the angels left the shepherds, they went to Bethlehem to see for themselves what the angel had said. They found Mary and Joseph and the baby lying in a manger. They shared with others that they had seen the child as the angel had said they would in Bethlehem.

For some, Christmas must be snow and mistletoe and presents under the tree.

For me, it is the baby Jesus wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger, that I need to see.

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.

Notre Dame (RC) Parish 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.

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

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

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

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

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10801 Winder Cres. - 15th Ave. & 108th St., North Battleford FELLOWSHIP HOUR - 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE 10:30 A.M. www.battlefordslutheran.sk.ca Pastor Sheldon Gattinger Everyone Welcome

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

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

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Everyone Welcome Pastor Patrick Carty

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Weekly Kidz Zone, Prayer Meeting, Jr Youth & Small Groups 1231 - 104th Street North Battleford “A Community of believers Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca seeking more of God’s presence”

Meeting at 1122 - 101st Street Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield Members of Christian Ministers Association

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 1401 - 98th Street North Battleford, SK

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Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

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Living Water Ministry

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Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

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St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church - DELMAS

Rev. Father Greg Elder

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Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day A Adventist Church Pastor Dave Miller Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, C North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Merry Christmas Festive Feast Dec. 17, the students from St. Mary School went out, grade by grade, and hand delivered homemade Christmas cards to their neighbours. Each grade was given a block in the surrounding area, and then each student made one or two cards to deliver a Christmas message. The weather cooperated, making it a fun afternoon experience for the students.

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Christmas message from Premier Wall

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Battlefords Residential Services Inc. board members and employees were honoured for long service at the annual BRSI client Christmas function held Dec. 17. Yvonne Nyholt, BRSI chairperson presented awards to Brenda Lennie (20 years), Sheryl Herle (20 years), Kim Schell (15 years), Sara Whitefish (five years), Pat Hancock – Board member (five years) and Belinda Kuhmayer (five years). Also earning awards were Al Love – board member (five years), Sylvia Peterson (10 years), Shelly Gallant (10 years), Blair Archibald (10 Years), Gail Kostiuk (15 years), Tracey Clark (20 years) and Andrew Horacki (20 years).

Elks Support BRSI Dec. 18, Elks Lodge No. 369 presented Battlefords Residential Services Inc. with a $1,000 donation. Yvonne Nyholt, BRSI chairperson, thanked the Elks for their support. BRSI provides support for individuals with intellectual disabilities through the operation of six homes, a supported living program and a day program. Pictured are Linda Schneider (BRSI GIFT CERTIFICATES Now Available! program co-ordinator), Great for holiday Jill Schick (BRSI program gift giving. co-ordinator), Yvonne Nyholt (BRSI chairperson), Zonie Krawchuk (Elks secretary-treasurer) Elks Exalted Ruler Mark Danczak, Elk Bruce Dalshaug, Elk Terry Fawell, Elks Past Exalted Ruler John 162-4th Ave. Gamble and Elk Louis Battleford Cramatte.

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Seven hundred years before the first Christmas, one of many promises by Old Testament prophets was made about the coming of the Christ. “For unto us a child is born,� wrote Isaiah, “unto us a Son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the mighty God, The everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.�

Peace? Isn’t that the promise of Christmas? Not just peace between nations but between each of us, toward each of us, for each of us.

Should we not then be about the work of keeping that promise? Not just this season but all the year?

How then can we keep it? We need only look to the examples all around us in this amazing Saskatchewan‌to find that answer.

Years ago, for example, an Indian family immigrated to Canada and ended up in Victoire. They found warm hospitality in a church in the nearby town of Canwood.

It was there they were first invited into a home to share the Canadian family’s turkey dinner.

They were impressed by the food and the love shown to them and the next year another new friend came and helped them prepare their first turkey dinner. It is now their own tradition that they have passed down to their kids.

Someone kept the promise of Christmas for them and now they do it for others.

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A young boy from Waldeck, said to his Mom, “Ya know Mom, people should be buying toys for all those kids who don’t have toys. I don’t need more toys. I’ve got lots. Actually I should be giving more of my toys to all of those kids who don’t get anything.�

His mom recognized a teachable moment, and she made good use of that caring thought and together they packed some shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse.

And that Waldeck Mom and her son kept the promise of Christmas.

In Prince Albert, two young women, First Nation university students started a blessing bag project to reach out to the homeless.

The blessing bags are full of helpful small items, meant to add a little spark to someone’s life, just when they need it most. And with each blessing bag, the promise of Christmas is made anew and kept anew.

Do we not, each of us have promises to keep this Christmas, for unto us a Child is born, the very Prince of Peace.

From me and my wife Tami, and our children: Megan and our future sonin-law Kyle, our son Colter and our youngest Faith, and on behalf of my colleagues in the Government of Saskatchewan, I wish you a Christmas full of shared blessings, and kept promises in surroundings filled with love.

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Christmas message from the lieutenant-governor As we celebrate this special season, it’s my pleasure to extend greetings to you on behalf of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada.

What does Christmas mean to you? For those of us who are Christians, it’s a holy time, when we celebrate the birth of Christ. For many of us, Christmas is about spending time with family and friends. It’s also a season of sharing, when we give and receive presents. A gift that we enjoy all year round is our

amazing good fortune to live in Canada.

Have you ever noticed, when tragedy strikes, Canadians rally together, and actually become closer? This year, our citizens faced challenging circumstances with empathy and renewed determination to maintain the rights and freedoms we hold dear.

I’d like to thank our men and women in uniform, including our military, police, firefighters and paramedics.

We are deeply grateful to you

for the sacrifices you make to serve our nation.

I’d also like to thank our generous and capable volunteers. You are what makes Saskatchewan great!

It was Hamilton Wright Mabie who wrote, “Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” I wish you and your loved ones happiness, and good health, today and throughout the coming year.

Merry Christmas.

— Lt.-Gov. Vaughn Solomon Schofield

Message from the leader of the Official Opposition Though the weather outside can be frightful, this time of year is still pretty delightful.

It’s a time to slow down a bit and focus on what matters most.

To gather with those we love, enjoy one another’s company, continue long-held traditions and perhaps even start some new ones.

This Christmas, I’m very much looking forward to visiting the farm, catchingup with family and loading up on some good traditional Norwegian food – like klub and lefse.

I’m looking forward to sledding with the kids, telling stories around the fireplace, and seeing their expressions of excitement as we gather as a family to open gifts.

And I also have to admit that I’m looking forward to a few days away from the normal routine so I can leave my razor in the drawer and grow my annual Christmas beard.

However you celebrate the holidays, I hope this season brings you a time of rest and reflection, as well as a lot of good food and a lot of fun with family and friends.

For many of us, this is also a time to celebrate the Christmas story – of a baby, who was born into poverty, in a town too crowded to offer shelter and who brought an incredible message of peace, love and redemption.

A message that challenges us to look out for one another, to comfort those who suffer, to give hope to the most vulnerable among us and to strive for a better, more just world for everyone.

That’s a message that’s important to my family, and it’s a big part of my motivation as the Opposition leader – to always focus on making sure that people are doing well.

There’s no doubt Saskatchewan people are incredibly big-hearted all year round, but we’re especially generous at this time of year

as we all do a bit more to support those in need, here at home in our own communities, throughout our province, and halfway around the world in conflict zones in Ukraine, Syria, Iraq and South Sudan, and Ebola-affected countries like Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea.

Those carols calling for peace on Earth, the end of all oppression and joy to all the world ring especially true this year.

Whatever meaning this holiday season has for you and your family, and however you celebrate it, I hope the season is a good one for you.

On behalf of my wife, Ruth, our daughters, Ingrid, Clara and Gudrun, and all the New Democrat MLAs – I wish you all a merry Christmas, a joy-filled holiday season, and a very happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year!

— NDP leader Cam Broten

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It was a perfect day for a sleigh ride when the Western Development Museum hosted a family Christmas celebration Dec. 6.

Trim your tree and your debt Staff Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan in partnership with Credit Counselling Society has created a debt management information graphic to help Saskatchewan people tackle their debt.

Understanding spending habits and prioritizing debt are critical in helping people

get a handle on their financial responsibilities, according to a press release. When borrowing or making a purchase, it is important to think about all the costs involved and what the best options might be. The info graphic will be tweeted and posted on Facebook.

In addition to debt management information, FCAA has also packaged together

useful gift card tips, including information about fees, redemption and expiration dates, which will be shared via twitter @SKGov and www.facebook.com/SKGov. For more information about gift cards visit www.fcaa.gov. sk.ca/giftcards.

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Splendour of the hoar frost keeps building up

By Helena Pike Correspondent The hoar frost has been beautiful the last few days.

With no wind, it has stayed on the trees becoming thicker each day.

Evelyn Janus hosted a “welcome” party honouring the birth of her grandchild, Sawyer Lynn, daughter of Taylor and Deon Ogg. It was attended by grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends. Sawyer calmly allowed many of those present to hold her and went to sleep many times as she made the rounds. All present enjoyed a good visit and a delicious lunch.

The Waseca Quilting Club held their Christmas party Dec, 12 as part of their quilting day. Members enjoyed a potluck lunch and exchange of gifts.

Dec. 18, I learned of the death of two people who had both been long-time residents of Waseca.

Mike Viglas passed away in the Lloydminster hospital on Dec. 14 at the age of 85.

Mike moved to Waseca in 1955 when he, his parents and brother, Andrew took over the Waseca Service Station. They continued in the business until 1970. He then worked at various other jobs mostly in Lloydminster

aseca News where they made their home soon after selling the service station.

In 1956 Mike married Eileen Kolenousky and they raised their family of two boys in Waseca. Since their boys were sports enthusiasts, they spent a lot of time watching them play hockey, football, basketball and taking part in track and field events. The family were active in the community, taking part and volunteering in whatever was going on.

Many of us have great memories of their time in Waseca.

We extend our sympathy to Mike’s wife, Eileen, to their sons Darcy and his wife, Lisa and Bryan and his wife, Donna and their families and to their many friends.

Norma MacKay passed away Dec. 16 in Lloydminster hospital at the of age of 94.

Norma (Casey) was born in North Battleford where she received her education.

In 1942 Norma married Tony MacKay who was serving with Air Force and went overseas soon after they were

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married. Following the war Norma and Tony farmed first at LaFleche and then out of Waseca. Their children, Doug and Sharon, both graduated from Maidstone High School.

While living in Waseca, Norma became postmistress in 1972, a job which she continued for many years and where she was very much appreciated.

Norma was active in the community particularly in the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary, where she took an active part for many years.

Funeral service for Norma was Dec. 22 at the McCaw Funeral Chapel in Lloydminster.

We extend our sympathy to Sharon and Doug and their families, to other relatives and to the many friends who appreciated Norma’s lively friendship for so many years.

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Be safe this holiday season Staff In a press release, the Government of Saskatchewan reminds all residents of a few practical tips to ensure a safe and happy Christmas and holiday season.

“During the holiday season, it is important to take the time to ensure that your home is fire safe,” Emergency Management and Fire Safety Commissioner Duane McKay said. “Every year someone’s holiday is met with tragedy because of fires related to unattended cooking, candles or faulty Christmas lights.”

When it comes to fire safety, ensure your detectors are working, that cooking is never left unattended, electrical outlets are not overloaded and extension cords are in good shape and are being used as designed - not covered by carpets or

other materials, For many travelhe says. If using ling to visit family candles, be sure and friends is an they aren’t near important part of any flammable the holiday season. material and that It is also important they are always to be prepared for extinguished bewinter driving, he fore leaving the says. room or going “Saskatcheto bed. wan’s weather can It is important change in a hurry,” to take some preMcKay said. “We cautions if a real can wake up to a tree is chosen clear, sunny day for the holidays, and be in a blizMcKay adds. zard by the afterBefore buying a noon. That is why real tree, be sure it is important to be it is not dried out. sure you carry surIf the needles vival gear in your fall off and the vehicle. Always be PHOTO SUBMITTED branches break sure to check the easily it is dried Emergency Management and Fire Safety Commissioner Duane Highway Hotline out. Be sure to McKay offers tips for home and travel safety. before leaving cut a couple of home.” centimetres off A basic vehicle reservoir. Natural trees need of the base of the tree and lots of water, so keep the kit should contain: food that use a stand that has a water reservoir full. won’t spoil such as; energy bars; water in plastic bottles; blankets; extra clothes; winter boots; a candle in a deep can and matches; a first aid kit; a seat-belt 14124RP00 cutter; a shovel; a wind-up flashlight; a whistle; maps; sand, salt or non-clumping cat litter; antifreeze/windshield washer fluid; a tow rope; jumper cables; and reflectors, a warning light or road flares.

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OBITUARIES OSTAPIW: Mr. Mike Ostapiw of the Denholm, Saskatchewan district passed away suddenly at his residence at the age of 65 years. A Memorial Service for Mike will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. from the Denholm Recreation Centre with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. Left to cherish his memory are his loving family; his loving wife of 41 years Deborah (nee Mathews); sons Steven (Karen) and their children Cody, Colton, Dillon, Kassidy, and Karder; Russel (Bernadette) and their children Mikaela and Courtney; David (Carrie) and their children Dayden and Meira; and daughter Heather (Jerry) Shulte and their children Nathan, Magdelena, Jeromy, and Andrew; brother Walter and sister Antonia (Bob) Sikorsky, Miro (Bud) & Diane Ostapiw; mother-in-law Eleanor Mathews; in-laws Harriette (Philip) Beaudoin; Darlene (Murray) Jensen, Eileen (Darrell) Schmidt, Spike (Rebecca) Mathews, Lucy (Steve) Varey, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was predeceased by his first wife Roberta (nee Meiers), parents Petro & Marie; his father-in-law Harry Mathews, brother Bill Ostapin and sister-in-law Rose Ostapin. Memorial donations in memory of Mike may be directed to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

EULOGY FOR MIKE OSTAPIW Mike was born December 11, 1948 on the family farm in the original farm house. After the second house was built, the first house was torn down and the lumber was used to build the current shop. He started farming at age 5, hauling rocks (stones) in a one gallon honey pail to a stone boat. At age 14 he started farming full-time while his dad was in the hospital. Frank Shumlich came across the field and said to Mike, “you might want to raise the seeder out of the ground a bit”; and from that point on Mike farmed the same land and the same way. Between the wise instruction and the good lord he proceeded for the next 51 years until he semi-retired 4 1/2 years ago. He had a rough start in school life. He started kindergarten in Denholm at the one-room school house and he only spoke Ukrainian. The teachers back then had little patience and ruled by the rod, therefore he hated school from that point on BUT he learned his own way. Mike being the only person with fluent English in the household he did most of the business dealings for his mom and dad from an early age. So between that quick education and the hard work on the farm, Mike always had grain in the bins. When the work was done, Mike enjoyed hunting and fishing with John Trach as a young guy for many years. Mike’s mom and dad moved off the farm permanently in 1964 to a house in North Battleford. They left the house and farm in Mike’s capable hands to carry on their legacy and dreams as Ukrainian immigrants and he did them proud. That is until his group of teenage buddies started coming around - Oh my god! Mike’s farm house was the party house but Mike always made sure the work was done first. The boys would want to go to town for smokes and beers and Mike would always say “as soon as the chores are done”. This bachelor “work hard, play hard” life style carried on until 1970 when Mike met and married Roberta Meier. They had two bouncy baby boys in quick succession. Mike really wanted to continue his family lineage in a hurry. Ha-ha A wonderful farm and a new family was struck with tragedy in November 1972 when Roberta passed away suddenly, leaving Mike and his infant boys alone and motherless. But Saint Nick also known as Nancy Meier delivered the three Ostapiw boys a wonderful Christmas present that year, young Debbie Matthews. She came to live at the farm as nanny and housekeeper for a little while. Those of you who know Mike and Debbie, know they celebrated 41 years of marriage this past year, some little while. In true pioneer farming spirit, Mike and Deb fell in love, got hitched, farmed the land, planted the garden, calved the cows, gave Steven and Russel another brother and sister (David and Heather) and did it all together side-by-side. I think Mike was happy to be a farmer because it allowed him the flexibility to spend time with his family. Camping and fishing were great favorites with Debbie and the kids. Mike introduced the boys to hunting and all 3 are still loving it. Snowmobiling, ATV’s, boating and water skiing were also a huge part of the family fun. With Heather keeping up right along with her 3 older brothers. Sometimes Mike seemed to spend more time fixing breakdowns, crashed up machines and hollering at the kids to be careful and don’t break your damn neck. Mike was also an active member of both the farming and social community in an around Denholm. He may have grumbled and grouched but when it came time to flip pancakes, Mike was always ready to put on an apron. He also said he would be an RM counsellor for just one year; well that was 31 years ago. Mike enjoys doing his part and everyone who knows him new his bark was worse than his bite. Mike and Deb were very proud of their kids they raised on the farm. They raised them to be tough with strong work ethics, brutal honesty and a ready kick-in-the-ass. Mike lived life his own way and no one else’s and he made sure that the kids would live their lives that way as well.

He was so happy to see each of his four children get their high school diplomas and drove them to go further in their lives and to do better than him. He raised a carpenter in Steven who now runs his own contracting company with his wife. He raised a welder in Russel who now operates the cranes and is second-in-command in his job. He raised a correctional officer in David who in his spare time is a technical junky, who created the company “Ostacruiser” from quads, video and YouTube. He raised a chef in Heather and supported the start-up of her dream of owning her own catering company Chef de Partie Catering. And he also passed down all his creativity and artistic talents. All the years of hard work, ups and downs in marriage raising four kids from diapers through teenagers to adults and out-the-door, Mike and Deb breathed a sigh of relief and thought they might finally relax with an empty nest. Their last daughter graduated and out the door and figured it was time to party. It was the summer of 1994 and they saw their first son happily married. Well it was good thing that Mike and Deb did a lot of travelling and took a lot of holidays throughout the years because that first wedding was just a crack in the damn because their kids had a different plan for them. For the next 6 years they drove all over the country side to celebrate 3 more weddings and 9 grandchildren in no particular order. Mike and Deb became Baba and Gido. Gido realized the pleasure of being a grandparent. He was definitely able to express his love and happiness more freely with his grandkids. Being a Gido transformed Mike. The hugs were longer and more often and the “I love you’s” were frequent. Hardly an event passed without Gido and his big grin there. He then paid the ultimate sacrifice and left his big old world behind. It’s a good thing he didn’t raise this family alone because Debbie is still here to mind the farm and now the kids and grandkids can keep her company. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

Card of Thanks Debbie Ostapiw and family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude and love to all family, friends and neighbors for their support since Mike’s passing. All of the food, cards, flowers, phone calls, hugs, shoulders to cry on and comforting words have been amazing and overwhelming. Your outpouring of kindness and love has showed us just how many lives Dad has touched over his lifetime. Your compassion and sympathy will continue to be a wonderful comfort. Mike will be always remembered, deeply loved and sadly missed by many.

Sincerely, Debbie, Steven, Russel, David and Heather Close the Gate by Nancy Kraayenhof For this one farmer the worries are over, lie down and rest your head, Your time has been and struggles enough, put the tractor in the shed.

Years were not easy, many downright hard, but your faith in God transcended, Put away your tools and sleep in peace. The fences have all been mended.

You raised a fine family, worked the land well and always followed the Son, Hang up your shovel inside of the barn; your work here on earth is done.

A faith few possess led your journey through life, often a jagged and stony way, The sun is setting, the cattle are all bedded, and here now is the end of your day.

Your love of God’s soil has passed on to your kin; the stories flow like fine wine, Wash off your work boots in the puddle left by the blessed rain one final time.

You always believed that the good Lord would provide and He always had somehow, Take off your gloves and put them down, no more sweat and worry for you now.

Your labor is done, your home now is Heaven; no more must you wait, Your legacy lives on, your love of the land, And we will close the gate . . .

MARCHEWKA: In loving memory of Nick Marchewka, age 64, recently of Rockhaven, SK (formerly of North Battleford, Prince, and Battleford, SK.). Nick passed away suddenly on December 3, 2014. Left to cherish many precious memories of him, are Nick’s family. They include his loving wife, Darlene Marchewka, Nick and Darlene’s daughter Karri (Boyd) Risling, and grandughter Kiahna of Rockhaven,Sk. Nick and Darlene’s son Troy (Janelle) Marchewka, grandson Carson and granddaughter, Makayla of Meota, SK. Nick’s Brothers: Dale (Mary) Marchewka and their children Michael (Lisa) and Steven, and Donald Marchewka. His sisters: Eileen Marchewka, and Eleanor (Floyd) Pellack and their children Tara (Graham) Campbell and children Ella, Payton, and Beckett, Tyler (Lindsay) Pellack and children Jakob, and Kobe. Brother-in-law: Hector (Julie) Miller, and children Marcia and Shelley. Sister-in-laws: Linda (Dean) Wenman, Iris (Bryant) Miller-Dennis and their children Regan, Grant, Jordi, Alex, Bernie, Peter, Denise (Ron) Amundson and their children Quinton, Kaylie, and Kenzie, Connie (Lloyd) Gerbrandt and their children Marshall (Julianne)and children Esther and Madeleine, Brandon (Meghan) and children Alyssa and Ariana.

Nick was pre-deceased by his parents Stella and John Marchewka, his Mother and Father-in-law Alfred and Lillian Miller, Nick’s brother Orest, and Brother-in-law Dwight. The family of the late Nick Marchewka would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming outpouring of love, thoughts, prayers. The support of dear family and friends has meant so much to us. Thank you for the beautiful cards, flowers, and gifts in Nick’s memory. Thank you to Father Greg Elder, Dave McQuaid, and ST. Vital Parish, and to Bob MacKay and staff of Battlefords Funeral Services for your support. Special thanks to all the staff at BUH Palliative Care. God bless all of you.

Memorials to BUH Palliative Care Box 1358 North Battleford, SK. S9A 3L8. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service 306 446-4200. ____________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES MORRISON: In Loving Memory Of Angus Alexander Morrison who was born July 5, 1930 at Mearns, Alberta and passed away December 5, 2014 at North Battleford, Sk. Angus was born in Mearns, Alberta on a farm; the family moved to St. Walburg in his teenage years. Angus and Madeline were married November 28, 1954. Angus worked as a grain buyer in the Battleford’s area most of his adult life, retiring in North Battleford. Angus lived the last 10 years of his life at Ruth White Manor. Survived by his loving family: sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Alex (Cindy), Sherwood Park, AB: Amanda (Brooke) - May; Gary (Carol), North Battleford, SK: Derrick (Janelle) - Eva, Kaeli (Jay) Trew - Madeline, Bryson, Travis & Leanna; Tanner (Nancy) and Craig; Glen (Mary), North Battleford, SK: Mitchell & Marshall; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his loving wife, Madeline May Morrison, April 7, 2005; his parents, Alex & Anna Morrison; brother Robert; sister Kathleen Kendel-Taylor. Service of Celebration & Thanksgiving was held Friday, December 12, 2014 – 2:00 p.m. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, North Battleford, Sk. with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. Eulogist was Bev Bailey; Music Ministry was Glenn Goodman – Organist; Robert MacKay – “In the Garden”; Hymn Selections were “Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace” & “How Great Thou Art”. Honourary Pallbearers were Mary Morrison, Alsinah Backus, Butch & Lois Kendel, Bev & Chic Bailey, Bud & Claudette Kendel. Urn Bearers were Amanda & Kaeli. Interment will take place at a later date at St. Walburg, Sk. Memorials are requested to The Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service 306 446-4200. ____________________________________________________ NYHOLT: Katie (Kate) in Loving Memory of Katie (Kate) Nyholt who was born Feb. 14, 1933 at Whitkow District, Sk. and passed away Dec. 5, 2014 at North Battleford, Sk. Katie was survived by her loving family: children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Cecilia (Francis) Dumontier, Winnipeg, MB and family: Darrel, Maria (Justin) Anderson – Derek and Caitlyn; Kevin (Melissa), Jason, Stephen – Carter; Gloria (John) Hunt, Saskatoon, Sk and family: Sarah and Kelly – Kayden; Karen (Bill) Pack, North Battleford, Sk and family: Heather Koroluk, Amanda and Jerry; Greg (Birdena) Nyholt, North Battleford, Sk and family: Meghan – Madeleine; Morgan; brothers and sisters: Albert (Jean) Kryzanowski, John Kryzanowski, Pete (Georgina) Kryzanowski, Olga (Nick) Swerid, Hazel (Adolph) Ernst, Joe (Marge) Kryzanowski; sisters-in-law: Annie and Marie Kryzanowski; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents, Rudolf and Eva Kryzanowski; daughter Maryanne(in infancy); husband, Cecil W. Nyholt; granddaughter, Traci Nyholt; sister and brothers: Rose, Bill (+May), Harry and Tom; brothers-in-law: Bernard, Donald, Allan (+Margaret); sister-in-law, Marie Noble; inlaws: Weird and Ida Nyholt; numerous cousins. Vigil of Prayer was held Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014 – 7:00 p.m. with Jean Pawlus, Presider, Mass Of Christian Burial was held Friday, December 12th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Cuong Luong as Celebrant – both services from Notre Dame De Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, Sk. Cross Bearer was Arlene Heidt and Eulogy was given by Meghan Nyholt. Music Ministry was provided by Organist Mrs. Joan Harrison and Notre Dame Choir. The Duet, “Amazing Grace” – sung by Meghan Nyholt and Joan Harrison. Liturgy Of The Word was shared by 1St Reading – Amanda Pack, Lamentations 3:17-26; Responsorial Psalm – Choir; 2nd Reading – Heather Koroluk, Revelations 21:1-5a, 6b-7; Gospel – Father Cuong Luong, John 12:23-25; Prayer of the Faithful – Maria Anderson and Sarah Hunt; Liturgy Of The Eucharist; Gift Bearers – Sharon Swerid and Rose Radwinski. Honourary Pallbearers were “All who shared Mom’s Life”. Pallbearers were Darrel Dumontier, Stephen Dumontier, Jason Dumontier, Jerry Pack, Kevin Dumontier and Jordan Swerid. Memorials are requested to The Canadian Cancer Society, Box 112, North Battleford, Sk. S9A 2X6, or to River Heights Lodge Auxillary, 2001 – 99th St., North Battleford, Sk S9A 0S3. Interment followed at The Catholic Extension – City Cemetery – North Battleford, Sk. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

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NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL Whereas a poll is not required pursant to The Local Government Election Act for the office of: Councillor: Village of Mervin I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office will take place and that the following person is elected by acclamation Robert Meikle - Councillor Dated at Mervin, Saskatchewan this 18th day of December, 2014.

Lora Hundt Returning Officer

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice – Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT: The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment will provide greater clariÀcation for: the development and operation of seasonal campgrounds within the RM of Mervin; the development of seasonal campgrounds within Commercial Districts; regulations regarding size requirements for accessory buildings that are attached to garage or garden suites; removes duplicate deÀnitions, such as accessory building, site lines, and frontage deÀnitions; and provides deÀnitions for terminology clariÀcation for seasonal campground operations, accessory buildings, and outdoor storage compounds.

AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands of this Zoning Bylaw amendment are all lands lying within the jurisdiction of the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499.

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL Whereas a poll is not required pursant to The Local Government Election Act for the office of: Board Member of the Northwest Board of Education No. 203 Sub Division No. 4 - Turtleford/Mervin/Livelong I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office will take place and that the following person is elected by acclamation Sub-Division No. 4: Kelly Ellis Dated at Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan this 18th day of December, 2014.

Charlie McCloud Returning Officer

REASON: The reason for the amendment is to provide the following: 1. Stipulate with greater clarity the expectations for seasonal campground operators and owners within the RM of Mervin No. 499.

2. Allow for the development of seasonal campgrounds within the Commercial District.

3. Regulate the size of accessory buildings that are attached to a garage or garden suite.

4. Remove the following deÀnitions: accessory building, lakeshore site, and rear site line.

5. Add the following deÀnitions: accessory building, campground operator, campsite, seasonal campsite, temporary campsite, park model trailer, recreational vehicle (RV), RV park, RV trailer, and storage compound.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 ofÀce between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on January 27th, 2015 at 10:00 am in the RM of Mervin ofÀce located in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the RM ofÀce prior to the hearing.

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Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 17th day of December 2014.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Zak Organics is an organic grain and cattle farm located in Fir Mountain, southwest Saskatchewan. We are looking for a full-time permanent farm machine operator with the following qualifications: Duties: Plant, cultivate, and harvest crops Handling of cattle Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock Assist with maintenance, fixing and repairs of farm machinery Responsibilities and Commitment t Previous experience operating and maintaining large modern farm equipment t Valid Driver’s licence (Class 1A) an asset t Mechanical repair knowledge and/or experience t Positive outlook, pride in accomplishment and enjoy field of agriculture Wage: $17-19 per hour We offer a company vehicle and modern housing close to the farm.

To apply please send resumé to zakfarms@gmail.com or mail to Box 35, Fir Mountain, SK. S0H 1P0

Food Counter Attendants/ Kitchen Help Full & Part-Time

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Apply within: 1702 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK Ph: 306-445-4408 Fax: 306-445-1299 Email: BattlefordKFC@hotmail.com

UNIVERSITY/ COLLEGE STUDENTS WANTED for summer management positions with Student Works.

Full Business training provided.

Challenging learning experience, huge resumé booster!

Average earnings in the summer of 2014 was $20,500.

Information at www.studentworks.ca or email megans@studentworks.ca Deadline January 5, 2015

TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997

Chartered Professional Accountants Accounting Technician/ Professional Accountant

has a great opportunity for an individual to work with one of the most competitive vehicle lineups in the industry. If you have the following characteristics, there is a golden opportunity waiting for you.

We require an individual to assist in providing taxation and accounting services for personal and corporate clients.

The successful individual will: • Have bookkeeping and accounting experience.

• Have experience with accounting software.

• Prepare bank reconciliations, financial statements, working paper files, personal and corporate tax returns.

Honesty and Integrity a must Positive attitude Ambitious, willing to succeed Willing to help others Team Player - desire to join a positive work environment Relocation allowance may be available to the successful candidate.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position would be of interest to an ambitious individual who has been recently designated (CA, CMA, or CGA) or is currently working towards a designation. The position involves working primarily with small business and personal tax clientele.

Post secondary education in accounting with an accounting designation or currently working towards a designation.

CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES INC.

Kanaweyimik is an independent, non-political child welfare agency providing child welfare and family services to Àve First Nations. Moosomin, Mosquito, Red Pheasant, Saulteaux & Sweetgrass First Nations contract for services with Kanaweyimik.

The following is a general description of a Family Finder Worker (Social Worker) position. Salary will be commensurate with experience, training and education. This is an 8 month term position.

1 POSITION

Dean Anderson, General Manager Highway 4 North, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3L8 Tel: 306-445-7799, Email: danderson@rainbowtoyota.com

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Mervin North of the Gully (Maidstone) Maidstone Paradise Hill Medstead St. Walburg Turtleford

For more information contact:

Becky Doig (Editor) email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net or toll free 1-866-549-9979 NOTE: These are freelance opportunities, not salaried positions.

Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed

KANAWEYIMIK

Please apply with resumé & references in confidence to:

needed for all rural areas All District First Nations Cando Cochin Cut Knife Glaslyn Hafford Lashburn Livelong

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

FAMILY FINDER WORKER (SOCIAL WORKER)

Reporter Correspondents • • • • • • • •

Now accepting applications for the following positions: Educational Assistant • Cut Knife High School • Hafford Central School • Leoville Central School • Macklin School • Scott Colony School - Unity Closes at noon, Monday, January 5, 2015.

Educational Assistant • Cando Community School Apply ASAP, applications accepted until suitable candidate is found.

Complete benefits package

Please email, mail or fax resumé to:

Clements Kwong

Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

Service Manager

CLEMENTS KWONG

Chartered Professional Accountants 1682 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 0W6 Phone: 306-445-7448 Fax: 306-445-2472 Email: billc@ckcpa.ca

Living Sky School Division No. 202

The Family Finder Worker is directly responsible to the Supervisor and/or Executive Director; • Manage a caseload in the area of child welfare and family support services; • The Family Finder Worker primary role is dedicated to locating, screening and assessing families who have been identiÀed as potential caregivers for children in care off-reserve who may have a membership with Moosomin, Red Pheasant, Saulteaux, Sweetgrass and Mosquito First Nations. This recruitment activity will be undertaken both off and on-reserve • Maintain computerized data, case recordings, individual and family Àles, etc; • Coordinate case planning sessions and monitor case plans to ensure families are receiving services; Will comply with the provisions of the Kanaweyimik Personnel Manual as it exists from time to time.

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QUALIFICATIONS Must have a University Degree from a recognized School of Social Work; Must have at least 5 years experience and proven ability to work in the counselling and social services area with families and children; Must demonstrate knowledge of The Child & Family Services Act; Must have completed all CORE training provided by the Ministry of Social Services; Must have work experience assessing families and children; Must have knowledge on child development and the impact of abuse and neglect, disability and other special needs, separation and attachment issues as it relates to matters in child welfare services; Must have the ability to understand family dynamics (i.e. strengths, deÀcits, ancestral clan trends, acceptance/support from the community, etc.) in order to conduct genogram/family clan research; Must possess good, culturally appropriate interviewing skills; Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset; Computer skills are a position requirement; Excellent verbal, written and time management skills are required; A clear criminal records check MUST BE PRESENTED AT INTERVIEW; Must have a valid drivers licence.

Application deadline is December 31, 2014 at 5:00 pm.

Start date to be determined.

Please forward resumés by fax, email or mail to: (306) 445-2533, marleneb@kanaweyimik.com.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for scheduled interviews. Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected.

Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1270, Battleford, Saskatchewan, S0M 0E0 Attention: Marlene Bugler

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BDC Coordinator has a great opportunity for an individual to work with one of the most competitive vehicle lineups in the industry. If you have the following characteristics, there is a golden opportunity waiting for you. • Follow up on all new and used car sales for 100% customer satisfaction • Follow up on all service and body shop customers after repairs • Follow up on “missedâ€? appointments • Follow up with “lostâ€? customers • Mine data base for potential sales and service customers • Assist in organizing special events • Maintain our on line reputation and presence • Delivery procedure of vehicles

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Autobody Technician

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has a great opportunity for an individual to work with one of the most competitive vehicle lineups in the industry. If you have the following characteristics, there is a golden opportunity waiting for you.

Honesty and Integrity a must Positive attitude Ambitious, willing to succeed Willing to help others Team Player - desire to join a positive work environment Relocation allowance may be available to the successful candidate.

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

Mondays, January 5 & March 2

Complete benefits package

Complete benefits package

Please apply with resumĂŠ & references in confidence to:

Please apply with resumĂŠ & references in confidence to:

Dean Anderson, General Manager Highway 4 North, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3L8 Tel: 306-445-7799, Email: danderson@rainbowtoyota.com

Dean Anderson, General Manager Highway 4 North, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3L8 Tel: 306-445-7799, Email: danderson@rainbowtoyota.com

Family Justice Services offers Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program for High Conflict Situations from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm in Regina. Parents who have attended the regular parenting after separation and divorce program may benefit from attending this session. Call 1-888-218-2822 or (306) 787-9905 in Regina.

Saturdays - Jan. 17, Feb. 21 & Mar. 14 Family Justice Services offers Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in North Battleford.

Registration is mandatory. No fee for sessions. Call 1-877-964-5501 to register. Location will be advised when you register. Adults only, no child care is provided.

Thursdays, January 22 & March 26 Family Justice Services offers Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program for High Conflict Situations from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm in Saskatoon. Parents who have attended the regular parenting after separation and divorce program may benefit from attending this session. Call 1-877-964-5501 or (306) 964-4401 in Saskatoon.

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 306445-3223. 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.

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Miners are looking for more fan support

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

PHOTO BY SHERRI SOLOMKO

Boxing Day. A day that businesses convince consumers is the “best shopping day of the year,” Isn’t that what they said about Black Friday? Forget shopping on Boxing Day. Take some welldeserved down time with your family. Forget about the phone and other distractions and enjoy some peace and quiet with your friends and family, or host some of

COMING EVENTS

Monthly Community Events Calendar Every Week Day Mornings

Play Pool at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford at 8:00 a.m.

Every Week Day

Regular Walking Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

First Sunday of the Month

Jam Session at the Pioneer Hall from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Beginning October 5, 2014 until May 2015. Phone 306-445-5036 for more information.

FFederation ederation Building at 7:00 p.m.

3rd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480.

3rd Wednesday of the Month Genealogy at the North Battleford Library Board Room from 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (except May to August & December). Contact Janice Walker at 306-445-5425 or Rosalie Jarvis 306-386-2127.

3rd Wednesday of the Month

4th & 5th Sunday of the Month

Hillcrest Pot Luck Lunch 12:00 noon at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Entertainment to follow.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday

Radisson TOPS #SK5243 Meeting at the Radisson Town Office at 9:00 a.m.

Knights of Columbus Brunch at 1202 - 105 Street from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Active Walking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m. For more information phone Program Co-ordinator 306-892-2073.

Mondays

Scrabble from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Come join us. For more info call 306-937-2744.

2nd Monday of the Month

Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-937-2987

Tuesdays & Thursdays

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

Tuesdays

Battlefords Art Club welcomes anyone interested in painting to join them from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. For more information phone Kathy at 306-937-3686.

Thursdays Thursdays

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

Thursdays Grief Share Support Group for those dealing with the death of a loved one at the Living Faith Chapel at 7:30 p.m. New session started September 18. Pre-registration required. Phone Wendy at 306-445-7315 or Sue 306-445-6658.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Midwest Food Resoures - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce and organic grains. To order email us at battleford.mwfp@sasktel.net or call us at 306-446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. noon. This is a non-profit program.

Fridays

Tuesdays

Hillcrest Singers from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Anyone is welcome come and sing.

Tuesdays

North Battleford Grand Squares Dance (Mainstream & Plus Levels) at the Ukrainian Senior Centre - Slava Center, 792 - 108th Street from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Phone Maurice & Arlene 306-445-4671 or Laura at 306-445-4676.

TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance. Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Kay at 306-937-2780.

TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more information phone Mary at 306-446-3315 or Joan at 306-445-9968.

Everyone welcome.

Tuesdays

Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the Western Development Museum at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.

1st Tuesdays of the Month

Fridays

1st Friday of the Month The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners & experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call Carol at 306-445-4352 or Barb at 306-445-0486.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month

The Battlefords Photography Club meets downstairs at the Allan Sapp Gallery from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information please phone Chris at 306-445-3909.

Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.

Last Tuesday of the Month

Old Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, North Battleford from 8:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Live bands. For more information phone 306-445-5036.

Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1011 - 103rd Street, North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.

Wednesdays

Battlefords Toastmasters Meet in room #108 Don Ross Centre (enter the building via door #4) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. (September to June). Check out Battlefords Toastmasters.com for more information.

1st Wednesday of the Month

River Heights Lodge retirees at Dragon Palace at 1:00 pm

2nd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Supper Meeting at the Wildlife

2nd Friday of the Month 2nd & 4th Friday of the Month

Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-446-2269.

2nd Saturday of the Month

Family Justice Services Parenting after Separation & Divorce Program from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. To register for these sessions call toll free 1-877-964-5501. Registration is mandatory. There is no fee.

Registration deadline: Two days prior to the session. Location: will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only. No child care is provided.

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.

nity News those same people over to help clean up some of those Christmas leftovers.

School is out for the break, set to return Jan. 5. Kids will enjoy all the winter fun that can be had outside while classes are out.

Miners’ action continues this month but they are hoping more fans can come out to their games. Check out the Facebook page for game schedules or the Town of Unity website. Minor hockey is also a flurry of games both in and out of town. Check out the website www.unityminorhockey.com if you need more details. Or you can view the complete arena schedule at www.townofunity.com There is excitement in the Unity Curling Club. In addition to a full slate of upcoming bonspiel events, Unity will have the privilege of hosting Team Laycock for a junior clinic being held Jan. 14. Watch for more details in the days ahead. Another Unity junior curler has been chosen to be a “Sask Energy Junior Star” for a Season

of Champions event, the 2015 Scotties Tournament of Hearts, more details will follow. Curlers in the senior men’s and women’s categories, have you registered your team for the Sifto sponsored senior men’s and women’s cash spiel running Jan. 9 to 11? There is a $7,000 prize payout for this event. Contact the curling club at 306-2282212 to register.

Coffee row always enjoys Christmas Eve as they get to share their plans for Christmas with their families and enjoy each other’s company before reconvening in a few days. We may not see or hear these folks in our coffee shops for a couple of days yet, but you can be sure once they do reconvene after their Christmas celebrations the conversation will be upbeat and jovial. And, whether they know it or not, their laughter and conversations are enjoyed by anyone who is witness to them. The coffee row table is welcoming, non-judgmental, theoretical and lively. Something we would all miss if it was not a part of our daily community culture. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next week.

Strange sky sounds to be subject of documentary Staff If you were one of those people who heard strange sounds in the sky on a cold winter’s night in January of 2012, a television production company out of the United Kingdom wants to talk to you.

Strange noises were heard by North Battleford residents that scientists have suggested is electromagnetic noise emitted from auroras and radiation belts. Similar noises have been heard at various places throughout the world, with opinions on the origins of the noise ranging from the scientific to the apocalyptic.

The UK-based television production company Off the Fence is coming to North Battleford early in 2015 to find out about the experiences of people here.

“Our team would like to speak to people who heard the sound and want to share their experiences,” states Anthony Joliffe, researcher with Off the Fence. “If you have recordings of the event it would be great to see them as well.”

Off the Fence, an independent production company producing non-fiction programming for the international market is encouraging those who want to share their story and perhaps even to appear in the documentary to respond by email to anthonyj@offthefence.com or by telephone at 44 117 909 7576.

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School students treated to a holiday meal Correspondent The Riverbend Fellowship Church of Borden held their Christmas banquet and evening of music in the Borden Community Centre on Dec. 14. There were around 110 out to enjoy a great turkey meal and enjoy listening to the music of BJ and Friends, who played and sang a number of gospel, Christmas and favourite oldie tunes. Ruben Rempel of Borden sings with the group when they perform at Borden.

The Borden School kindergarten to Grade 6 students performed a play, The Elf Impersonator, at the concert Dec. 18 in the Borden Community Centre. The main character was portrayed by Carson Derksen and emcees for the evening were Rachel Sutherland and Clayton Wiebe. Following the play, Santa arrived to hand out gifts to all the preschool

orden Radisson children while the students exchanged gifts.

The Grade 7 and 8 class held a bake sale before and after the concert to raise money for Free the Children, which they support. They attended WE Day earlier in the fall.

The next morning, bright and early, the Grade 12 class held a pancake breakfast from 7 – 10 a.m. in the community centre, raising money for their grad in June of 2015.

Dec. 18, the Grade 7 to 12 students had a formal dinner while the kindergarten to Grade 6 also had lunch served to them.

The Borden Friendship Club held their Christmas bingo Dec. 17 in their clubroom, with 29 out to play.

Winning turkeys were Doreen Flath, Deanna Wiebe, Ida Muller, and Donna Metanchuk. Winners of hams were Marcelle Derosiers,

Jean Sawchyn, Pat Trischuk and Donna Metancuk (2).

The winner of the $20 blackout was Gerry Wainwright and winning chocolates or

Winter Warmth

April Whitefish is the winner of the stove raffle fundraiser at the Western Development Museum. WDM volunteer Dick Scotton handcrafted the stove and donated it to the WDM as a fundraiser for educational programming. The draw was made Dec. 7 at the WDM Holiday Homecoming events.

Deanna Wiebe, Ann Brand (2) and Gerry Wainwright.

The next cash bingo at the Borden Seniors’ Centre will be Jan. 21.

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