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Incarcerated Battlefords News-Optimist/Regional Optimist editor Becky Doig looks a tad forlorn as she gazes out of her cell at the Battlefords Animal Shelter. Doig was abruptly arrested along with eight other upstanding Battlefords citizens late Tuesday afternoon. The nine spent three hours in separate dog cages at the shelter during the Battlefords Humane Society second annual jail and bail fundraising promotion. Shelter manager Michelle Spark says the promotion raised about $13,000 for the organization’s Shelter Us campaign to replace the aging shelter building. For more turn to Pages 8 and 9 and visit www.newsoptimist.ca. Photo by John Cairns

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Citizens of the year honoured for 2015

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Floyd Andersen, Citizen of the Year, receives a plaque from nominator Dave Rogers.

Shawn Adair, operations manager at Discovery Co-op, presents a plaque to Kiley Elmer, Junior Citizen of the Year. Photos by John Cairns

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The latest individuals to be named as Battlefords Citizen of the Year and Junior Citizen of the Year were honoured by the community Friday night.

2015 Citizen of the Year Floyd Andersen and Junior Citizen of the Year Kiley Elmer were honoured at the event held at the Dekker Centre. It was a chance for the community at large to celebrate their accomplishments after both were announced as the recipients prior to the new year. Families and supporters of both recipients attended and it was an emotional occasion.

Floyd Andersen is well known for his involvement in woodworking in the family business Andersen Construction and was credited with using his livelihood and his skills to give back to the community.

He spearheaded a project to construct a building to house the construction tools of his grandfather Anders and his father Chris at Fred Light Museum. Andersen confirmed the building will open May 28.

Andersen has been involved in Scouts Canada for 23 years, and has also been active as chair of the Fred Light Museum board, in the Historic Battleford Lions Club, on Battleford’s Parks and Recreation board and with the Battleford Promotion Society.

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“It’s an honour to be selected, but I just cannot believe the crowd that’s out,” said Andersen, referring to the large gathering in the room.

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This Corner

By Becky Doig Editor

Bullying is a big topic in recent years. There are all kinds of initiatives to prevent bullying and to encourage bullies to change their ways. That’s important work. Standing up to bullies and refusing to stand by passively while someone else is being picked on are important character traits that should be nurtured.

Less talked about, however, is peer pressure. You remember the old parental admonishment, “If all your friends are going to jump off the bridge, are you going to jump, too?”

Peer pressure is especially powerful during our teen years. We want to fit in, we yearn to be “cool” or whatever the equivalent to that 1970s term is these days. To do so we often give into the pressure to do things we know our parents would not be proud of. Mostly we survive and, with a few mistakes and missteps, we gradually become a little wiser and more circumspect in what we are willing to do to gain the admiration of others.

In some cases we even veer off in the other direction and do things we know others will denigrate us for, but since we feel that direction is right, we go that way regardless.

In short, peer pressure seems to lose its power as we age.

There is one form of workplace peer pressure, however, that still has the power. It is in the form of the office lottery pool.

I don’t personally buy 649, Lotto Max or any kind of scratch and win ticket. I do buy tickets on the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation cash lotto and I support the STARS home lottery. When I buy those tickets I know I am making a donation to an organization I support and, if I win something, that’s a bonus.

I am pure, until the jackpot on the weekly lottery balloons into a ginormous prize. Then around comes the office lottery troll wanting to know if I want to pony up a twoonie in a pooled effort to win the big one. I don’t want to get sucked in. I try to resist, but I don’t.

Yes, it is the opportunity to show up for work the following Monday and find you can have any or all of the jobs in the building to choose from — publisher, pressman, payroll manager, staff reporter — but who wants to be that person?

It should be noted that even pooling our resources and buying up fistfuls of tickets each time the prize soars, we rarely win anything. Sometimes we score a free ticket or some other minimal payout. The odds against us are astronomical.

But like the office lottery troll says, “You never know.”

Letters welcome Letters to the editor are welcomed by the Regional Optimist. All letters, including those which are faxed or emailed, must be signed and bear the address and telephone number of the writer. The name of the writer will be published. Letters are subject to editing. Personal attacks will not be printed.

Letters will be rejected if they contain libelous statements or are unsigned.

Editorial

Watching out for the defenseless

By Becky Doig Editor

I spent three hours Tuesday locked up in a dog cage at the Battlefords Animal Shelter.

The Battlefords Humane Society Shelter Us campaign was hosting their second annual jail and bail event.

Nine of us huddled up in the cages and waged our various campaigns to raise money for the building of a new shelter building. In some ways the experience was an eyeopener to me.

I was able to observe up close and personal the passion shelter employees and volunteers have for the work they do.

They spoke of the animals they house with affection and familiarity, giving the impression these aren’t just animals that get fed and watered each day. They are animals who are given attention and affection on a regular basis.

It is obvious they do their very best for each and every animal in their care and work diligently to keep them safe, warm and free of illness and disease.

It’s a job they are doing in a building that is truly showing its age. The 27-year-old structure is in dire need of replacement. The ventilation system is no longer strong enough and the building itself isn’t large enough to house the number of animals the shelter takes in.

Congratulations to the folks of Battlefords and area who supported the jail and bail fundraiser. With a rough final total of $13,000 raised the organization has taken another step toward their goal.

They still have a long way to go with that total added to

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the approximately $400,000 that has been saved. There is still another $1.5 to $2 million still be raised so construction of the new building can begin.

The Battlefords Humane Society needs and deserves your support as their Shelter Us campaign continues.

oots Bouquets A bright, cheerful bouquet to those who organized and attended a 96th birthday party for Gladys Wuttunee at Battleford Legion Hall on the weekend. The food, the tributes, the music and dancing made for a time of honouring Gladys and enjoying fellowship of family and friends. (We apologize for shaving 10 years off Gladys’s age when this bouquet was originally published Jan. 26.)

A inhabitant of 1601 – 104th Street phoned Tuesday to extend a bouquet to the “snow angel,” who removed the snow from the sidewalk in front of her house. She said the gesture was especially appreciated as she has been ill.

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Aerospace: two steps forward, one step back For a society that seems to be moving forward on so many technological fronts, we are also quietly slipping backward as well, especially when it comes to aerospace.

Feb. 2, CNN ran a story about how Boeing is cutting production of the venerable 747 Jumbo Jet by half, to six airframes a year. It will likely cease production soon.

The Airbus A380 was not long ago hailed as the successor to the 747, with more seating capacity and a full second deck of passenger seating. Now it, too, is struggling for orders and could possibly cease production if more airlines don’t step up.

This is after production

of the Lockheed C-5 Galaxy ended long ago and the C-17 Globemaster III ended a few years ago. Canada picked up one of the very last C-17s to be produced before the line was shut down for good.

The net effect of all this is that, should both the 747 and A380 end production, the Western World will have lost the capability of building massive four-engine aircraft. Given the state of Ukraine, I don’t have much confidence in Antonov’s capability of filling that hole, even with their massive An-124, which is still in production, if barely.

Supersonic travel was supposed to take over the world with the Concorde.

But it has long since retired,

and despite occasional references in fanciful online articles, the likelihood of crossing the Atlantic at Mach 2 any time soon is remote, indeed. (There is a group that wants to return one airframe to limited service. Good luck with that.)

Large aircraft aren’t the only major area of aerospace capability slippage.

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price, counting for 15 points in their evaluations.

The price drew a concerned reaction from Councillor Don Buglas, who wondered why the price was so far “off the mark” of thebudget. He asked if market conditions had changed that drastically.

“Yes, the market conditions changed that drastically,” said Schafer. He pointed to the dollar, which fell to 70 cents by the time of the purchase.

“It hurt,” said Schafer.

He said operations will have to adjust their prices in coming budgets.

Councillor Kelli Hawtin questioned the cost for the training for the Brandt bid, wondering if it was really worth the difference of almost $55,000 from other bidders.

Schafer responded the training was necessary and an Occupational Health and Safety requirement, and worth the $55,000.

Mayor Ian Hamilton was also concerned about the price difference. Two other bids, both from RedHead for a 2013 Volvo L50G and 2015 Case 521F, came in lower without the training included in the price.

The Volvo bid came in at $146,178.

But Mayor Hamilton noted the training could be attained separately. He suggested investigating further.

Council did approve the resolution authorizing administration to purchase f the John Deere, subject to investigating training opportunities on the Volvo and/or Case models coming in at a lesser amount.

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By Brian Zinchuk

Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers

Association 2012 Columnist of the Year

Council digs into need for new loader Staff Reporter

A resolution to purchase a front-end loader has been approved by North Battleford city council, but council expressed dissatisfaction with the prices tendered.

City administration posted a tender for purchase of a front-end loader and set aside $130,000 in the 2015 capital budget for it.

The tender closed Dec. 18.

But the seven submissions all came back over budget.

The winning bid was a John Deere 444K from Brandt Equipment for $200,194.20, GST not included.

It was not the cheapest option, but won on the points system, said Director of Operations Stewart Schafer. It won because the training was included in the

We have not had a man walk on the moon in my entire lifetime, and I was born in 1975. We may not see man on the moon again in the rest of my lifetime, either, given the way things are going. We almost certainly won’t see man set foot on Mars, either, before I shuffle off this mortal coil.

We used to have this wonderful thing called the space shuttle. Sure, it was essentially a truck hauling things back and, occasionally, forth to low Earth orbit, but it was an important capability to have. Its later flights focused primarily on building the International Space Station, something we could probably never rebuild today with our current capabilities since the shuttle has been retired. Thus, when it’s time to retire the International Space Station, we don’t, and likely won’t, have the ability to replace it. There’s nothing in the pipeline right now with the

capability of the shuttle.

Those capabilities are gone, and not coming back, likely for decades.

There’s a line by Matthew McConaughey in the movie Interstellar that really rings true in this regard. His character, Cooper, is a former astronaut turned corn farmer. Cooper said, “We used to look up at the sky and wonder at our place in the stars. Now we just look down, and worry about our place in the dirt.”

Why is this the case with aerospace? We don’t see it in shipbuilding, by and large. They are continually building larger and larger cruise and container ships.

We did top out with the Seawise Giant when it comes to oil tankers, however, in 1979. I guess when the largest ship in the world draws too much water to traverse the English Channel, and won’t fit through either the Suez or Panama Canals, that might be the practical

limit.

Land vehicles see continual improvements in horsepower, torque and payload. A half-ton today has more horsepower than a one-ton 30 years ago, but gets much better fuel economy. Look at the monster tri-drive semis we see today.

What has caused aerospace to plateau and start backsliding? Is it the overburden of everincreasing safety standards that have choked off growth in aerospace capability or insurance choking out new product, like it did with much of general aviation for decades? Is it the lack of vision? Or simply the case of the tremendous inflation curve of aerospace development costs rising out of the stratosphere?

It’s time to look to the stars again, not the dirt.

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

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Citizens of the year honoured at banquet Continued from Page 3 North Battleford resident Elmer has successfully juggled academics at North Battleford Comprehensive High School with fundraising activities, and involvement in several groups — Students Against Drinking and driving, travel club, yearbook club, cake decorating, Comp in Action and many other activities. She is senior pin at her high school and intends to continue her education.

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said, “It’s a passion and interest in helping out, and I think the feeling you get back from when you help out.”

Elmer said her volunteer involvement stems from “anything I think is a good cause, that motivates me, that’s making a difference and impacts.”

Pictures of both Floyd Andersen and Kiley Elmer will now grace the citizen of the year wall at the Territorial Place Mall, where all recipients are recognized.

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Since the closure of the Agriplex arena the ice time situation for minor hockey in the Battlefords has been described by some as “ridiculous.” What would be a solution?

• Build another small arena.

• Step up plans to replace the Civic Centre and make sure those plans involve two ice surfaces.

• Extend hours available by hiring more staff.

• Someone should build a commercial arena like they have in Saskatoon.

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Germann case still moving slowly Staff The fraud case against RM of Meota administrator Maryann Germann continues to move slowly in the courts.

The case was back in provincial court last week for another court appearance.

But like most of the court dates in the case so far, this also proved uneventful, as the case remains in its “disclosure” phase in court.

The Germann case is now adjourned to late February as much of the activity in the case remains behind the scenes.

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Our jailers were not inhumane, reflecting the philosophy behind their involvement with the Battlefords Humane Society.

We were fed and watered. I enjoyed an unbaked cookie, which my children always referred to as “dog poop” cookies. The water came in a bottle, we didn’t have to slurp it out of our bowls.

Later we were served a sandwich and soup. The soup came in a cardboard bowl, not a dog dish.

One odd part of the experience was having people wander in to take a peek at the prisoners.

None showed the least bit of compassion for our plight, simply wanting to appease their own sick curiosity at seeing others helpless at the hands of law enforcement.

After about an hour and a half, rumours of a Dog Mob breakout attempt started to circulate. One of the mob actually made it into Spark’s cage and our hopes soared briefly. Sadly the attempt was nipped in the bud by our stern guard, who sadly was also impervious to any of my eye-batting attempts to win his favour.

My next-door cellmate Jim Shevchuk had his family come to visit, which I found touching. None of my clan bothered to come and see what was up. Such a fickle

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It certainly was a “What’s going on,” first for me. we were all shouting.

Some may find it It really was bedlam in surprising, but I’ve there as we fought to be never been arrested heard above the sound nor thrown in jail. of barking dogs.

Stunningly, that We all wanted to is exactly what hapknow what the charges pened Tuesday afterwere and whether we noon as I prepared should be engaging the to head home after services of a lawyer, work. Out of the blue but our questions went came our sales manunanswered. ager, Valorie Higgs, Instead, shelter claiming I was under manager Michelle Spark arrest. briskly told us we were all going to be “What in the world for?” I exclaimed. spending time in the shelter’s isolation ward.

“You’ll find out soon enough,” she We would each have our own cage equipped snapped as with a blanket, a water bowl and a stuffed she slapped animal. Yikes! Not exactly luxury here. on the Still none of us had any clue as to what cuffs and the charges were. It was a long time later, dragged me during a taped interview, that I became screamaware I was being charged with cat trafing from ficking! Me! I would never do such a thing. behind my Protestations of innocence fell on deaf ears, desk. however, and in the Scott Moe, MLA “Come cage I remained.

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bunch they are. I’m always there in their times of need!

We clamoured, we campaigned, we shouted “ring those phones” while rattling the doors of our cages, but our pleas went unheeded.

At one point our jailers took pity on Jim, offering him a dog to keep him company.

I was miffed. Here I was stuck with the hapless Scooby in my lonely cell. My complaints were eventually heeded and I enjoyed a brief visit with Pulitzer, now known as Harley.

Harley, an 18-month-old cat, came barging into my house on the evening of Boxing Day. He jumped up on the couch, threw his paws around my neck and began rubbing his face in mine as if to say, “I’m home, I’m home, I’m finally home.” Sadly he was not chipped and efforts to find his people failed. I was forced to drop him off at the shelter, where he has been ever since. I’ve paid his adoption fees, so he’s yours for the asking. He’s a huge gorgeous tabby and a total sweetheart.

He deserves a good home, a home I am unable to provide because he who thinks he’s in charge says “no, no, no.”

But to get back to the incarceration situation, after being informed of our alleged crimes and enduring the discomfort and confinement for three solid hours, we were miraculously all let go. Apparently they weren’t able to make the charges stick, but they were still happy to pocket the bail money raised. Unscrupulous bunch, I’d say.

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Jail and bail raises more than $13,000

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Nine jailbirds from the community, including Jim Shevchuk (with a ball and chain at top), Mike Silvester and Moe McGuinty (above) and others took part in raising money for the animal shelter building fund at the second annual Jail and Bail. Photos

by John Cairns

The second-annual jail and bail event for the Battlefords Humane Society was a big hit with the community.

Nine prominent individuals spent three hours locked up in the kennels at the Battlefords Animal Shelter on 114th Street, much to the amusement of the cats and dogs in the building. It was all done to raise money for the animal shelter’s new building fund to finance the replacement of the current facility, which is 27 years old.

According to rough estimates, more than $13,000 in funds was raised.

Shelter co-ordinator Michelle Spark was among the jailbirds and raised more than $3,000. She also met the challenge where the amount of money to bail her out exceeded the amount raised to keep her in jail. Had she failed to raise enough money, she would have had to sleep in the dog kennel that evening.

Other jailbirds included Jim Shevchuk, Laurel Fauth, Moe McGuinty, Nicki Holtzhausen, Mike Silvester, Dr. Erin Hamilton, Shelley Tupling and our News- Optimist/Regional

Optimist editor Becky Doig, who shared a kennel with a stuffed Scooby-Doo. “It went really well,” said Spark about the event.

“Our jailbirds were great and the response from the community was great, and

we had another successful year.”

She thanks the many sponsors and volunteers who gave their time this year and the shelter fully intends to hold another jail and bail fundraiser next year as well.

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Man wanted in connection to rollover Staff

MARSHALL — A man is wanted in connection to an rollover near Marshall late Sunday night.

According to an RCMP news release, 26-yearold Jesse Micheal Graver from Lloydminster, Saskatchewan is wanted for one count of possession of stolen property over $5,000 and one count of theft over $5,000. He is also wanted for being unlawfully at large from Saskatoon Police Service for an unrelated incident.

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According to police there is no perceived risk to the public at this time. But caution is advised with any wanted subject. If Graver is located, the public is asked to contact 911 immediately.

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and the NDP unanimously voted down the chance to bring hope and opportunity to a struggling resource sector that has driven the Canadian economy for well over two decades.”

During debate in the House on Monday, Bergen took the Liberals to task for not holding a free vote on the motion. The news release did the same, pointing out the Liberals “whipped the vote, tying the hands of members in Alberta, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick and Newfoundland.

“We will continue to push the Liberals to realize the validity of an Energy East pipeline to offset the 86 per cent foreign oil used in Eastern Canada,” the statement concluded.

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They did it. For the second time in three years the Battlefords North Stars are crowned Finning Division champions with a 10-3 rout of the Notre Dame Hounds.

“Extremely proud of our guys. Still with nine games remaining in the season, to be able to do that at this stage is just a testament to our guys, their leadership,” Head Coach Kevin Hasselberg said after the game.

“The passion is just getting stronger in that dressing room, these guys are believing in themselves. It was fun to watch.”

Right out of the gate, it looked like the black and white wanted to put this game away early.

Jake McMillen got back on track, scoring his 27th all by himself. After corralling the puck in the left corner of the Notre Dame zone, he transitioned it to his backhand, breaking towards the front of the net. He was able to beat Alexi Thibaudeau on the far side, waiting out the netminder to give BNS a 1-0 lead.

Layne Young, who extended his point streak to five games, chipped a pass to himself off the boards before finding Coby Downs for his 23rd of the season.

Downs registered his third goal in the last three games before the first period buzzer, snapping a shot through the five hole.

The offence wasn’t done in the first 20 minutes after Igor Leonenko released a shot from the left hash mark that trickled through the body armour of Thibaudeau.

Young was in the right place at the right time, depositing the puck into the open cage for his 17th of the year to make it a 3-0 game.

In the middle stanza, the black and white continued to pour on the offence. Leonenko turned the Hounds defence inside and out for a two-on-none

breakaway. After a quick fake shot, Leonenko teed up a one timer to Young, who sniped the puck short side for his second of the game.

The Hounds didn’t throw in the towel and answered with two quick goals. First it was Riley Bechard taking a pass from James Piller before firing a shot through traffic for his second of the season. Ryan Rewerts could not locate the puck through the numerous bodies, which led to the goal.

Then it was Gavin Apperson scoring his fourth on a scramble play and a delayed penalty to cut the deficit to two.

Leonenko later restored

the three-goal advantage with his 35th of the campaign. After missing an opportunity on a quality deke, using his long reach, Number 25 was able to one time a cross ice pass from Downs to make it 5-2, scoring under the blocker of Thibaudeau.

With the assist, Downs registered his eighth point in three games, en route to a four-point night for the California native.

The North Stars kept their foot on the gas pedal after Rory Davidson found McMillen in the slot for his second of the game. A backhand shot narrowly beat Thibaudeau under the blocker. The hats rained down at

the Civic Centre after Young recorded his hat trick and his 19th of the campaign.

A deflection off the shot of Downs slid through the wickets of the Hounds netminder, who was later replaced for Darin Fox. The black and white only added to their 7-3 lead with goals from Jordan Townsend (5), Troy Gerein (3) and Reed Delainey (11).

Ryan Rewerts didn’t face much work but got the job done, stopping 17 of 20 shots.

On deck for the North Stars is their last overnight road trip of the season, clashing against Melville before facing off in Yorkton.

Weekly Q&A with head coach Kevin Hasselberg

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DS: After a shutout performance from Ryan Rewerts, do you believe he now has a stranglehold on the starting position? Or is the competition still alive and well?

KH: Our goalies are well informed and communication is everything between our goalies and staff. All three are becoming more familiar with one another.

Ryan has earned the start again against the Hounds.

We are excited to see him compete.

DS: An offensive battle between two juggernauts in

the SJHL in Melfort. The North Stars and the Mustangs exchanged blows all game long. What is the mentality of the team in an offensive shootout like this?

KH: The team responded well in this situation. Regardless of the highs or lows that were present in this game, we continued to battle right into overtime. Our staff felt we played very well, throwing a lot of shots at Richard Palmer. It was a night where the puck found its way into our net in situations where we typically keep it out.

DS: The North Stars were two seconds away from walking away from Northern Lights Palace with a win.

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DS: Firing 47 shots, were you pleased with the way your team played in the offensive zone? What kinds of things did you see when you checked tape from the defensive side, especially late in the third?

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forced Palmer to make some big saves. Defensively the game got away from us, and that became the centre of focus for our team heading into the next game against Nipawin.

DS: Whatever message you sent to the team after the loss in Melfort seemed to have worked, as they came out firing in a 6-0 dominant win over Nipawin. Does bouncing back from a tough loss to a controlling win factor into that as well? What does it say about your team when you think about the fact they haven't lost three in a row since Oct. 31?

KH: We believe the "bounce back" characteristic is a quality that becomes a part of your culture. Again, this quality can not be cultivated without tremendous leadership, which is what we are getting from the leaders on our team. It starts in practice, our preparation after a tough loss is detailed and intense.

DS: The North Stars drew 15 penalties against the Hawks, one of the highest totals this year. They fired 47 shots once again and the offensive outpour began. How much does the score factor into just how good this offence can be on any given night.

KH: For the first 35 minutes of that game, the score

was very close and the offensive zone time probably favoured the Hawks. They worked extremely hard and were relentless on the forecheck. I was very proud at how well our team played defensively in that time and we simply and patiently waited for our opportunities. A lot of those shots came in the third with the man advantage, our players and staff know that the score wasn't a reflection of the game. Rewerts played very well when called upon and we generated offence off our cycles which ultimately became the difference in the game.

DS: The Downs/Gorgi/ Young line combined for 15 points in two games last week. Like your goaltending situation, the North Stars have line 1A and line 1B working now. How has this line improved and matured over the year to become such a dominating force, with two rookies skating on it?

KH: We believe we have four lines going right now and have been getting contributions from everyone, not only offensively, but defensively as well. Not too long ago, the Nachtegaele, Kanter and Davidson line scored all three goals in a 3 -1 win over the Hounds. The Downs, Young and Gorgi line have been on fire.

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Hasselberg talks playoff picture, last road trip of the season Continued from Page 12 They have worked very hard to earn the confidence to play that way. They have a lot of fun in practice and keep the atmosphere loose.

DS: Part of the reason why I think this team is so successful is the unselfish play.

Each player takes on a “teammates first” approach and wants to contribute to the team instead of thinking of individual numbers.

Was this part of your message before the year began?

KH: Absolutely it has been. Our leaders have made the room what it is through their actions and their words. Everyone contributes to a common cause and our guys are focused on achieving that together.

DS: Two-day road trip in Melville and Yorkton this weekend.

The North Stars are a perfect 3-0 Melville. A team that has the least

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goals for in the league.

Will you be taking a “get ahead, stay ahead” approach knowing it will be tough for them to come back? Yorkton boasts the number one PP unit in the SJHL, but one of the worst PK units. Will this game come down to special teams?

KH: Both Yorkton and Melville are in a playoff race for the final spot. They will both be relentless with their effort and extremely determined to earn two points against us. We believe all games could be impacted by special teams, however, we have also learned in this league that anything can change the outcome of the game.

We want to continue to improve all aspects of how we play, and with this being the last overnight road trip of the regular season, we will take full advantage of the opportunity with preparation being the highest priority.

It was another busy weekend in the Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League with a full slate of games Friday and another busy night Saturday.

The marquee matchup Friday night was between the Hafford Hawks and the Meota Combines in a rematch of last year's championship series.

It was also a battle between two of the top teams in the league (along with Shellbrook Silvertips). In the end, the Hawks prevailed 3-2 in a game that needed overtime before it was settled.

The high-scoring Ryan Scheafer scored twice and Scott Thompson had one goal for the hometown Hawks, while Brett Miller and Michael Pylypow scored for the Combines.

The other team battling for the league lead, the Shellbrook Silvertips, were also in action Friday. Their opponents were the Battleford Beaver Blues who ended up on the short end of a 12-5 road defeat to the Silvertips.

Devon Dicus had a hat

first lead of the tilt in the fourth quarter, scoring his sixth of the season. It would stand to be the eventual game winner.

Captain Chris Corbeil later sealed the deal with his fourth goal of the campaign.

He finished the night with a

goal and an assist.

"I really thought we left it all out there," Rush GM/head coach Derek Keenan said after the tilt. "Our defence got better as the game went on and Aaron Bold played huge in the fourth quarter and made some big saves under duress. I thought Greer and Matthews, from an offensive perspective, took the game over and Robert Church got that huge goal."

Bold finished the game with 35 saves.

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trick and Brett Mason and Parker Turner each had twogoal nights for Shellbrook.

Dylan Smith also had a goal and two assists to bring his season totals to 36 goals and 55 points, leading the league to that point.

Keegan Sparrow had two goals and an assist in the loss for Battleford. Jordan Keller, Brent Salzl and Tyler Wasmuth also scored for the Blues.

In other Friday results, Maymont Settlers beat Spiritwood Timberwolves 2-1.

Layken Heidt and Kyle Litchenwald scored for May-

mont in their home-ice win.

In Cut Knife, the Edam Three Stars beat the Cut Knife Colts 6-2. Brody Roach had a hat trick for Edam and Mitch Wall had two goals for the Three Stars.

Roughnecks at the SaskTel Centre Feb. 5.

Saskatchewan is partnering with the Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre for the clash with Calgary.

There will be bins and volunteers stationed at every entrance into SaskTel Centre, ready to take food donations when doors open at 6 p.m.

Fans can also get their picture taken with the Champion's Cup for any financial donation they make to the Food Bank.

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"Anytime we can build a partnership that positively impacts our community is

Game report: Meota 10 Glaslyn 3

Three games were on the schedule Saturday night and among those in action were the Meota Combines, back home at the Civic Centre, facing the cellar-dwelling Glaslyn North Stars with only four points in this SPHL campaign so far.

Not surprisingly, the powerful Combines opened the scoring as Marc Migneault scored from Bo Gervais and Brad Weber with 4:43 left in the first period.

Glaslyn tied the game early in the second on a Damien Nordell goal, but Meota went back in front for good when Brett Miller scored about five minutes into the frame.

They extended the margin by two more as Miller scored again and Michael Pylypow added one as well for the Combines.

Meota added two more late in the period on goals by Miller, for the hat trick, and O'Neil Baillargeon with 35 seconds left, making it 6-1 through two.

In the third, the Combines added three more from Kyle Gregoire, Mike Pylypow (his second) and Gervais before Nordell got his second for the North Stars.

Meota's Levin Floen and Glaslyn's Travis Haggel finished the scoring in a 10-3 Meota laugher at the Civic Centre.

Other action from Saturday saw Edam beat Radisson 9-3 and Hafford beat Battleford 7-3.

Saskatchewan Rush earn first home win

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The Colorado Mammoth were a big test for Saskatchewan, having not lost in four contests.

The Rush were equal to the task, coming out on the right side of a 12-10 game for their first win at the SaskTel Centre, in front of 8,600 passionate fans.

It was 9-9 heading into the final frame, the two teams exchanged blows all game long. Robert Church gave Saskatchewan their

North Battleford wants Winter Games

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The 2018 games inch closer and North Battleford's bid to host them are making the final rounds.

Director of Leisure services in North Battleford, Bill Samborski, says they are one of two finalists.

“It is with great excite-

ment to inform you that the final selection is down to two communities, North Battleford and Lloydminster.” he said.

The Saskatchewan Games Council selection committee will be in town

Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to tour the venues. They will also be touring the athletes village.

Samborski says having polished facilities is just one part of the making this bid a reality.

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Manning vs Newton on Super Bowl Sunday

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The Super Bowl is a time for friends and family to get together and watch two of the most dominant football teams of the year clash, with one of them walking away with the Lombardi Trophy.

It’s a time to eat your faces off, watch some hilarious advertising and get your well-deserved dose of quality sports.

Sometimes, however, the game can be less than exciting. Who remembers Super Bowl 48? Russell Wilson and the Seahawks got the best of Peyton Manning and the Broncos, smashing them 43-8. The game was over before it began. However, this won’t be the case this year.

The Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers are ready

to face off for Super Bowl 50 in San Francisco.

After 18 years in the NFL, number 18 could finally hang them up after an incredible career. Peyton Manning was able to manage his way past Tom Brady and the Patriots, narrowly outplaying his counterpart while limiting his mistakes against a tough defence.

Less than two months shy of 40 years old, Manning will become the oldest quarterback to pivot the Super Bowl while trying to become the first to win the big game with two different teams.

His season has not been what we’ve been used to from Peyton. He was sidelined six weeks with a series of injuries, relegated to the backup role for the first time in his career and has been linked to a rumour of him

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taking HGH. His production were career lows, while his 17 interceptions were the most in his Broncos tenure.

On the other end, Cam Newton has run over everyone during the 2015-16 season, including the Seattle Seahawks, and, most recently, the Arizona Cardinals.

Newton’s dual tendencies were on full display during the conference championships, throwing for 335

yards and two touchdowns, while rushing for 47 and two scores. The dual threat quarterbacks are on the rise and as Manning is leaving the game, Newton may be the one to carry the torch for the future of the position. A 15-1 record, a 49-15 drubbing of the Cardinals was all done without his number one weapon in Kelvin Benjamin.

Playing “The Sheriff,” as many players call Man-

ning, is a story for the record books. Drafted number one overall 13 years apart, both quarterbacks will hold a significant value while playing against two of the top-ranked defences in the league.

Denver’s defence led the NFL in average yards allowed with just 283.2 per game. They led the league in sacks with 52, while only allowing 34 points and 568 total yards in the playoffs.

The stingy defence also hit Tom Brady a whopping 23 times during the conference title game. Von Miller and DeMarcus Ware were a big part of their success this year. Miller had 2.5 sacks and an interception in the conference championship.

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off position. Dalton Pompey will be the “1B” candidate for left field patrol.

Ready to resume baseball activities in April, Devon Travis would be the most likely candidate to be the first blue jersey to stroll to the plate, if healthy. The rookie secondbaseman slashed a line of .304/.361/.498 before losing a battle with his shoulder.

He had rookie of the year candidate written all over him after a tremendous first month of the season. Until his return, John Gibbons will most likely be using the “hot hand” approach. Troy Tulowitzki saw ample opportunities at the lead-off spot, while Kevin Pillar, Saunders and Pompey could mix in.

Is Marcus Stroman ready to lead the way?

David Price is now out of the picture, catching a flight to Boston. The Blue Jays are in need of a true ace.

Cue the energetic Stroman.

Since coming back from a torn ACL in six months to display dominance in the post-season, it is well received that Stroman will be the guy on the mound come opening day. The Duke

product not only came back from an injury that usually has athletes in tears, knowing their season is over, but he toed the rubber in numerous crucial situations. He was the man who pitched six solid frames in the tilt that catapulted Toronto to the ALCS and is the man who will become a staple for this rotation.

“I want to be the ace of the staff for many, many years. I want to be the best in the game. That’s why I work like I do. And I’ll continue to do so until I am,” Stroman said in the Arden Zwelling piece “I want to be the ace.”

The return was legendary for the 5’8” pitcher, something that he tweeted days after initially tearing his ACL. What is concerning are the people following him in the rotation.

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The playoffs are entirely reachable for this 2016 Blue Jays team. The back half of the rotation may have some work to do, but general manager Ross Atkins has said that there is a strong possibility this team is still not done making moves.

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Bowl. Luke Kuechly led the Panthers with 118 tackles and fellow Pro Bowl linebacker Thomas Davis, who had 105 tackles, is now expected to play despite undergoing surgery on a broken forearm. Davis is renown for coming back from injuries, tearing his ACL multiple times. The Panthers defence also has one of the best cornerbacks in the game on their side in Josh Norman.

The Broncos will have to do better in their running game if they want to be successful against a stout run defence, one that is anchored by a possible MVP candidate in Kuechly. I think Newton and his offence are a more favourable matchup against Manning who will have to do more than just manage the game Sunday.

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A Canadian that goes by the name of Michael Saunders, sidelined for the majority of the 2015 season, comes to mind. After working out in Denver, the outfielder claims it feels as though he never had surgery on his torn meniscus, and is about 100 per-cent. Saunders can now fill the void in left field, but not necessarily the lead-

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Robyn McGonigle and Skittles will be among more than 3,000 dogs competing in the events of Westminster Week, which includes the iconic all-breed dog show, its third annual Masters Agility Championship at Westminster and the inaugural Masters Obedience Championship.

Skittles (officially known as: GCH Castlefin’s Night In The City, CCA, SDHF) was one of McGonigle’s puppies out of the first litter she raised and she knew from the moment he was born that he was special. Skittles was tiny and struggled to stay alive for the first few hours of his life. It took 45 minutes of working on the little guy to keep him going until finally he was able to breathe on his own.

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McGonigle campaigns him to be the top golden retriever in Canada for 2016. After this year, Skittles will be retired from the show ring and will start training for field work and has earned his place on the couch.

Breed competition in Westminster’s world-famous dog show will be held during the day at Piers 92/94. The evening finals (Groups and Best In Show) will be held at Madison Square Garden and televised live from 8 to 11 p.m.

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Battleford artist awarded funding for four seasons sculpture project Staff Battleford visual artist Lyndon Tootoosis has been awarded a $5,500 Indigenous Pathways Initiative grant from the Saskatchewan Arts Board “to sculpt four pieces depicting the traditional stories of the seasons.”

The Indigenous Pathways Initiative program aims to increase access to public funding by Indigenous artists in Saskatchewan, either to develop their artistic/cultural practices or

to share their art, skills and teachings.

Tootoosis is a visual artist, carver and a member of Poundmaker First Nation. He started carving in 1993 and his work is in collections across the country.

He has done extensive work for the Allan Sapp Gallery, reviewing traditional games and education for children on methods used by the Battle River Cree. He was also a cultural liaison and co-curator for Through the Eyes of the Cree, a nationally acclaimed

By Lynn Strendin The Battlefords Art Club toured Walking With Our Sisters at the Chapel Gallery this week. We highly recommend attending this thought-provoking art memorial. It will be on until Feb. 7.

We had a club meeting Feb. 2, as it was the first Tuesday of the month. We will still be meeting in room 107 at the Don Ross Centre next week.

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At the most recent grant deadlines, the Saskatchewan Arts Board awarded funding to more than 125 individuals and organizations, totalling more than $955,000. Arts Board funding supports a variety of initiatives, including organizations that provide ongoing programs in the arts, the creative work of professional artists, community art projects and the engagement of professional artists to work in schools with students and teachers.

The Saskatchewan Arts Board was established in 1948 as the first agency of its kind in North America and second in the world to the Arts Council of Great Britain. In the decades since then, it has continued as a leader in Canada and builds on this strong tradition to meet ongoing opportunities for public investment in the arts community. The arts board recognizes, encourages and supports the arts to enrich community well-being, creativity, diversity and prosperity. For more information visit www.saskartsboard.ca.

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A bad idea: expunge these two words from use “Time changes all things; there is no reason why language should escape this universal law.”

– Ferdinand de Saussure, Swiss linguist One word tends to exhibit shady, quasi-fraudulent nitwit tendencies, one is a newly diagnosed bi-polar, while the last word is – to put it delicately – continually on a fruitless quest to love herself for who she really is (or thinks she is, whatever that means). Together, this band of ubiquitous drifters should be the first to go.

A no-brainer, really. Want proof? According to a joint Harvard/Google study, the English language contains over one million words and this number is expected to climb at the rate of 8,500 per year. Utterly ridiculous, this reproducing verbiage.

Clearly, to preserve future freedom of linguistic space, a handful of words should be retired at regular intervals, no matter their popular standing. For various valid reasons, checked off at the front of the line should be a few traditionally over-hyped heavyweights: expert, bad and beauty.

Let’s begin with a sinking fastball. What does being an “expert” really entail? Does it accrue through education, experience in a given field, age, original-

ity? The way this word is so casually tossed about, like baby powder on a windy day, it’s as if it floats high up in some mystical aura, its authenticity left unquestioned.

As for schooling, after which level can this tag legitimately be applied – university undergrad, master’s, PhD? What about informal training – parental advice, trial and error, big brother beat-downs and the like? Then there’s the experience factor: the more practice accumulated, the more an “expert” one may become in … failing drug tests, eating too much or any other misadventure – hardly the intended boilerplate for expertise. Doctors don’t “practice medicine” by mistake.

Then there’s this, does one automatically become a life expert after a certain age? Likely, no.

Just ask Nick Nolte. And what about the self-proclaimed experts? The local Walmart whippersnapper clerk-entrepreneur, for example, who whispers at the checkout that she’s an “expert” on the use of profanity, even has her own website, The Expletive Expert. Hey, profanity sells.

She’s the expert! Ah yes, some expert advice here, this word is misleading at best, and should be flushed away with the rest of the

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Next up we have the unpredictable alley cat-ofa-word, bad – a fighting, bruising, clawing and brawling word if there ever is one. One minute it’s negative – I had a bad tummy ache after eating those brownies – and the next, it’s reeking of envy – Yo dude, those are some bad-looking Air Jordans you’re sportin’! Totally erratic. The word “hot” is similar, but it falls below this threshold because – unlike hot – the word “bad” has evolved to infer polar opposite definitions dependant on situational factors, thus creating a basis for confusion. What’s more, this one-syllabler can actually take on these extreme personalities in the same sentence – Listen, smokin’ the rope-a-dope is bad, son! No wonder society is teetering on the edge, toes dangling. All extremist-leaning, dual-meaning words should be dumped in

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a landfill somewhere, and since this word seems to be the simplest, shortest and most troublesome, it should actually volunteer to be the first to jump the linguistic ship.

Finally, we have the controversial “beautiful.”

Granted, a beauty of a word, but that’s just the point. What is beauty? For starters, the word itself is too commercialized, subjective, melodramatic and even, it could be argued, a tad judgemental.

Advertisers absolutely fawn over this word and why wouldn’t they? And if you adore something, what do you do? You share it. You might even push it into the subconscious of others and force them to inhale it. What a beautiful day.

(Now, go out and enjoy it!)

The burlap cloth feed sack flowery quilts on display are beautiful, and would make a really pretty … umm, beautiful … baby shower gift! (It’s implied

that if you don’t pony up, you’re somehow an insensitive, frugal spreader of misery who couldn’t give a rat’s ass about what others think.)

The word itself is also subjective and even disproving. Home furnishing boutiques and clothing outlets are particularly addicted to the “beautiful” allure. Hey, buy this beautifully matching sofa and love seat combo. What you have now is obviously crap and not beautiful at all. There’s also this trend in business of “redefining” what beauty is. Cosmetic marketers do this, as do automobile designers.

Expert opinion: If the stated definition of a word changes – that is, if it’s redefined – it stands to reason that maybe it’s not that good a word to begin with. Maybe the word itself should undergo a thorough psychological assessment and, perhaps, take a sabbatical. Excluding scientific terms, the English language contains approximately 500,000 words. Use some imagination. Bon voyage, beauty!

Now admittedly, the latter two choices are controversial. The word “bad” has always been wildly popular, and “beauty” can be tremendously sentimental and priceless. It would pull at the heartstrings to pull

this particularly attractive adjective – even temporarily – from the English lexicon. But think about the fine art of naming babies for a moment, and how specific names tend to rise and fall in terms of generational popularity. Names like Mildred and Gertrude – nothing wrong with these beauties – waned in popularity following the Roaring Twenties, only to be revived, and appreciated, decades later. And if it’s true absence makes the heart grow fonder, perhaps some kind of hiatus would, upon their return, make our collective hearts beat all that more stronger.

And before you dismiss this notion as mere battery acid for the brain, a precedent has been set. Certain racial slurs have rightfully been banned from mainstream Western media, and while this is a much more serious and passionate case, it does raise the question as to whether, as managers, our media could – in an effort to consistently field a fresh lineup – lead the charge in rotating certain fraudulent, disturbed or hysterical words in and out of our linguistic roster.

— This article is part of a yet-to-be-published book collection of vignettes, Decaffeinated Logic.

Jonathan can be reached at pollar1@yahoo.com.

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Promoting gymnastics Staff Feb. 6-13 is Canadian Gymnastics Week across the country and the Battlefords Gymnastic Club is hosting special events to raise awareness of the sport.

There will be a demonstration team show and bake sale at Frontier Centre Thursday, Feb. 11 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

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Earl Grey, Canada’s governor general from 1904-11, proposed, following a concert which was part of the inauguration ceremonies of Alberta, that a dominionwide festival should be established for drama and music. Some time later he sent letters to the lieutenant governors of each province and asked for their support.

Alberta and Saskatchewan were the only two provinces to respond.

With the Battleford area festival marking its 85th year in 2016, some great-grandchildren of the first festival volunteers are now music festival supporters and are aware of the thousands of volunteer hours required to prepare for an annual local festival. As described in the SMFA website philosophy, “the festival scenario, the competitive aspect allows

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estival Fanfare April 16-23, 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Musical Festival students to attain goals, to learn stage deportment, to listen, to win or lose graciously and to become good audience members.”

“Music acts like a magic key, to which the most tightly closed heart opens.”

— Maria Augusta von Trapp Saskatchewan Music festivals participants, including those in the Battlefords festival, have access to provincial and national levels of competition upon recommendation of the guest adjudicators.

If you missed the festival entry registration date deadline of Feb. 6, late entries will be accepted up until

Feb. 13 with a $25 penalty fee. Our local area entry secretary, Melissa Hutchison, can be contacted by email at melissahutchison2003@ hotmail.com. If you need inperson assistance with the online registration process, committee members will be available at EMBM on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We encourage Battleford area children and youth 18 years old or under to flex their artistic skill by creating an image to be considered for use in the 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival program. The festival program cover contest deadline is March 1. Artwork should reflect musical themes and be presented on letter-sized paper in a vertical or portrait orientation. Pictures may be drawn in black ink, pencil, colored pencil, marker, crayon or medium of choice, but should have a white background. Artists must print their full name, phone number, school and grade on the back of their entry.

Entries may be mailed to P.O. Box 1301, North Battleford, S9A 3L8, or submitted to Kelly Waters at North Battleford Comprehensive High School, Jan Michael Bourgeois at John Paul II Collegiate or Margaret Sigouin at EMBM. Selected pieces of artwork that are not chosen for the cover may also be featured within the pages of the program. Also look for festival venues to feature and display other entries.

Any amount of time or talent you have to offer, if interested in volunteering, is welcome so don’t be shy.

Jobs come in all shapes and sizes at the Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival. If you have volunteered in the past and would like to volunteer again, please let a committee member know so your interest is not overlooked. If your time is not available, but you or your business would like to support the festival monetarily, consider sponsoring an award to be presented at the final gala event, sponsoring a session for a music discipline of your choice or being recognized as a patron or friend of the festival.

The current schedule, pending final programming, for the 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival is: vocal April 16 to 18, band April 18 to 19; musical theatre April 19; speech arts April 20 to 21, strings April 22; and piano April 21 to 23.

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Local talent to open season at The Gog Staff

group, says Brittin.

“Wearing different hats by day, at night music is as much a part of each member’s daily sustenance as eating and sleeping. You might say the therapy that washes away a tough day’s cares!”

Collectively the quartet shares a back catalogue of covers from roots, blues, folk and country genres that many will recognize as loved favourites or come to appreciate more obscure gems, with a sprinkling of contemporary songs and original tunes thrown in to spice things up.

According to Brittin,

“Our good friend Kjelti Katherine (Anderson) will be opening the show. Kjelti has an ever growing body of her own work that she continues to refine and also mixes in some classic folk covers.”

The Gog is located at 1391-105th St., North Battleford. Contact Kelly Waters at 306-445-6766 or by email at waterskelly@hotmail.com to see if there are any seats left. The concert is expected to sell out.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $20 with Waters’ famous nibbles and wine by donation.

The first house concert of the year at The Gog will feature all home-grown talent and promises to be a full house.

Backroads, the eclectic group of local musicians known to many, will entertain along with singer/songwriter/guitar player Kjelti Katherine Saturday.

Backroads is made up of Laird Brittin, Linda Mushka, Garth Harrison and Vistara Sidebottom.

“We are having a great time practicing and looking forward to bringing you our best show,” says Brittin. “We play primarily covers, but many of them aren’t the hits that you will recognize and be able to sing along with.

They’re the ‘B sides and rarities,’ so to speak, and we hope you will enjoy listening to them as much as we like performing them.”

He adds, “We’ll bring a couple of originals as well.”

Born from kitchen sessions in the dead of many a prairie winter’s night of song and camaraderie over the past couple of years, Back- Kjelti Katherine will open the first concert of the year roads is a truly eclectic at The Gog. Photos submitted

Backroads will be the featured performers at The Gog Saturday. Left to right are Linda Mushka, Vistara Sidebottom, Garth Harrison and Laird Brittin.

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Learn to drive on ice, or stay off the road Aaaah, another week of “I wish I was in Waseca” weather. No thank you Hawaii, no thank you Mexico, no thank you Arizona. It’s melting here just about every day. No mosquitoes with the new zika virus.

Their little wings get seized up at night. It is just really nice weather.

There is one drawback.

We have had freezing rain.

That is not nice. I stepped out the front door and almost landed on my kiester.

The driving public has been separated into those who know how to drive and those who are in the ditch.

Personally those in the ditch are right where they should be. The deal is simple.

Learn to drive on ice or stay home and slow down.

Most of the cars in the ditch are those little frontwheel drive units. They give you a false sense of security.

They will go like crazy on ice, but they will not stop or turn. You can get going and you think you are all right, but when something happens and loop de loop you are in the ditch.

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Regular contributor to newsoptimist.ca I had a car like that once, a little Chrysler Dynasty.

It got almost four miles to the gallon. It was front wheel drive and we had it for a number of years.

I was in Regina once on school board business and in the night came freezing rain. Next morning when we wanted to go home the highway was encased in ice. Cops had to close the highway it was so bad.

Semis were in the ditches, cars were in the ditch. I waited until noon and then the Dynasty and I started out. We went 20 and 30 mph, passing vehicles in the ditch right and left. A journey that normally took six hours now was nine or 10, but we made it and I

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was glad to be home. I was worried about the valley at Lumsdon but after slowly going down, the car went right up.

Later we purchased another car but I kept the Dynasty and it got used as a kid car by our youngest two children. Some mornings, after a weekend with son Mike, I would look the car over and wish it could tell me where it had been. Later I used it as my campaigning car and had many more adventures on the roads going and coming from meetings.

After that I horse traded the car and some cash on a deal where I got some canola spirals and a mini seed cleaner. It was a good car.

I want to take objection to writer Lorne Lapshinoff on the subject of the handling of the government finances by the Harper government. He appears to be a real Harper Hater.

He states in his column that Harper took the $1.8 billion surplus in the EI fund and used it to balance

the pre-election budget in a partisan, self-serving effort to get re-elected.

He also states Harper felt he was entitled to take the $3 billion contingency fund set aside to help Canadians in case of a crisis and instead also used it to help his re-election ploy of a balanced budget. He also states that other assistance programs that were casualties of Harper’s preelection plan to balance the budget at all costs include not spending $97 million tagged for social services in 2015, therefore further adding to our current strains and shortfalls. Lord love a Billy goat. Is that the only reason you are anti-Harper, because he balanced the budget? That is how you run your personal finances and that is how a government should work, otherwise we are in real trouble!

Lapshinoff made a prediction for 2016 and I will make one, too. Trudeau will do absolutely nothing, zero, zip, nada. He is going to spend his time doing photo ops. The oilfield workers are going to be left twisting in the wind. But he has nice hair.

Quote from Larry at the coffee shop: “Drinking won’t hurt you, it is what you say after that gets you in trouble!”

Joke of the week by Brian Gibb:

A woman came home and found her husband in bed with a much younger woman. After much screaming and yelling the younger woman grabbed her clothes and ran off.

“What is going on here?” demanded the wife. “Well,” said the husband, “this young lady rang the doorbell, she was lightly dressed and cold. Her car broke down on the road. Well I had to let her in to warm up,” he said. “I noticed that she needed warmer clothes.

I also noted she is about the same size as you and you have some clothes you never

wear. So I took her up to the bedroom and looked in your clothes closet. You have 15 or 20 dresses and I picked one out for her, because you don’t wear it anymore.

You have about 30 pairs of shoes and we picked out a pair since you can’t wear all those shoes. She needed a warmer coat and you had a half dozen coats so I gave her one that you haven’t worn in a long time. She was all decked out with warmer clothes and she asked me, ‘Is there anything else laying around your wife doesn’t use anymore?’ So there we were …”

Francie the Frog shares her favourite book at the North Battleford Library. Photo submitted

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Check out Francie the Frog who came to visit the local North Battleford Library to share her favourite book, The Gruffalo.

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Paynton artist Mariann Taubensee has been working hard to create wondrous and whimsical art pieces which are now on display at the ARC studio, 1106 - 101 St. North Battleford.

Her show, titled Re-Vision, is up until the end of March and features works

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jewelry made from tire inner tubes and other re-claimed items. Mariann believes in keeping as much out of the landfill as possible and her show reflects those beliefs with a visual feast of colour and light. You can take in the exhibit during studio hours or at the opening night on Feb. 20 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Paynton Volunteer Fire Department is looking good with some recent improvements made by the volunteers. Now in their new building (the old RM shop), firefighters are excited to get

St. John Ambulance SAVING LIVES at work, home and play the hall cleaned up and looking good for a pancake breakfast fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 13 at 9 a.m. CST. BTR Industrial and Ag Ltd. is sponsoring the breakfast and will also have their mobile fire extinguisher unit on hand for anyone who needs to re-certify, refill or even purchase new extinguishers. All proceeds go to the Paynton volunteer firefighters’ fundraising efforts.

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OBITUARIES DELAIRE: Mrs. Erica Delaire, resident of North Battleford, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2016 at the Battlefords Union Hospital, North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory are her loving son and family, Dr. Ronald Delaire - his wife Angela and their children Jonathan (fiance’ Amanda), Mercedes and Mariah of Palm Springs, CA., USA. Erica was predeceased by her husband Walter Delaire and by her son Raymond Delaire (March 2014). A Celebration of Erica’s Life will be announced at a later date. Condolences to the family can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306-446-4200). ____________________________________________________ NICHOL: In Loving Memory of Irene Nichol born April 6, 1925 at Bromhead, SK., passed away January 21, 2016 in North Battleford, SK. Irene is survived by her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren: James & Karen (Christie - Aspen & Logan; Carly & Todd); Jerrold & Diana (Alexandra & Mat - Kade; Juliana; Emma & Sean); sister, Alice Anger; brothers: Helmer (Janine) Gysler and Ken Gysler; sister-inlaw, Noni Gabruch; nieces and nephews. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Drever; parents: Alma & Isaac Gysler; sister & brothers-in-law, Sadie & Gordon Gehl & Edward Anger; brothers: Lloyd, Wesley and Irvin (died in infancy) Gysler; sister-inlaw, Eileen Gysler. Funeral Service Celebrating The Life & Faith Of Irene Nichol was held on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Zion Lutheran Church, North Battleford, SK., with Pastor Rev. Sheldon Gattinger. Reading Of Scripture by Emma Nichol. A Reading by Aspen Gerein. Eulogy was given by Christie Gerein.

Music Ministry: Musician – Kathy Watson; Hymn Selections: Amazing Grace, How Great Thou Art & Precious Lord, Take My Hand.

Honourary Pallbearers were the Ladies of Irene’s Bridge Clubs. Active Pallbearers were Irene’s Grandchildren: Christie, Carly, Todd, Alexandra, Juliana & Emma. Memorial Donations are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. _____________________________________________________ CURRIE: Mr. Ross Currie of the Paynton District Saskatchewan passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2016, in Maidstone, Saskatchewan at the age of 79 years. Harry “Ross” Currie was born November 27, 1936, in North Battleford, SK; the eldest child of Donald and Mary Currie.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret; children, Clint (Christine), Robin (Glen), and Rosemary (Nathan); grandchildren, Ryan, Brenn, and Rachel; siblings, Lyle (Joan) Currie and Donna (Gordon) Dykstra; in-laws, Carol (Don) Wells, Alan (Bev) Greenwood, and Murray (Bev) Greenwood. A Celebration of Life Service for Ross will be held on Thursday, June 30th at 7:00 p.m. from the Paynton Gymnasium, in Paynton, Saskatchewan. Those attending are invited to bring musical instruments and join in a group musical session. Memorial donations in memory of Ross may be directed to the Maidstone Health Complex, Box 160 Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0.

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

Condolences for the family may be directed to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

REDFORD: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dianne Lynne Redford, late of North Battleford on January 19, 2016 at the age of 89 years. Dianne was born on October 6, 1926 at Yorkton, Saskatchewan.

Left to cherish Dianne’s memory are children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Bonnie (Kevin) Phillips of Hatherleigh, SK: Todd LaFreniere: Rachelle and Riley (Amy): Tanner of Saskatoon, SK, Tamilyn Barr (Laurie): Devin, Tristen, Taylor, and Dallen of Unity, SK, Troy (Kim) LaFreniere: Sara, Mathieu, Samuel, Thomas, and Jane of Saskatoon, SK; Ashley Amyotte of North Battleford, SK, Allynn (Kelly) Leverton: Jesse, Justine, and Kendra of North Battleford, SK; Ian-Heath Stubbington of North Battleford, SK; Barrie (Marlene) Redford of Warman, SK: Jasmine Redford, Jaspar and Ivy of Warman, SK, Linley of Warman, SK; Shannon (Jack) Gair, Luke and Erika-Shaye of Burnaby, BC: Shawnee Redford: Jaime and Shayne of Toronto, ON: Lindsay Redford of Edmonton, AB; Kelly Redford (Cassandra) of Edmonton, AB; sister Opal Garden of Surrey, BC; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Edward; parents Fred and Mae Pohl; siblings: Freddie, Andrew, Zerlina, Susie El Mae, Melvin, Willis, Raymae, Wilhelmina, Rueben, Ruby, Lewallan; daughter Heather; sons: Jamie, Sherrill, and Shayne; grandson Trent LaFreniere. Service of Remembrance to celebrate Dianne’s life was held on Monday, January 25, 2016 from the Chapel of Sallows and McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home with Kevin Cowan and Cam Bradshaw officiating. Memories of Dianne’s life were written by her daughters Shannon Gair and Shawnee Redford, and read by granddaughters Tamilyn Barr and Jasmine Redford. Dianne’s son Barrie Redford played two trumpet solos: Softly and Tenderly, and Danny Boy. At a later date, Dianne will be laid to rest beside her husband Edward in the Town of Battleford Cemetery. The family have requested that memorial donations be made to Saskatchewan Voice of People with Disabilities, #201, 2206 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK S4R 1H3, www.saskvoice.com. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family has placed their trust with Kristeen Thiessen of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418.

IN MEMORIAM

In Our Hearts

Gone is the face we loved so dear Silent is the voice we loved to hear Too far away for sight or speech But not too far for thought to reach Sweet to remember her always near Who gone away is just as dear

Dianne’s family would like to thank the Staff at the Villa Pascal for the loving and gentle care they gave to our mom. Also a thank you to Kristeen and the staff of Sallows and McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home for their special care to the family. It is so appreciated.

In Loving Memory of

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WHITE: It is with great sadness that the family of Shannon Gayle White announces her passing on January 23, 2016, at the age of 55 following a courageous battle with cancer. Daughter of Jean White and the late William White of Swift Current. Shannon is lovingly remembered by her beloved husband Albert Headrick and extended family, her daughters Christina White (Saskatoon) and Melanie White (Kelvington), her siblings Derris and Judy White (Swift Current) and Rick White (Edmonton), along with her numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. A private memorial will be held for family at a later date. Those who so desire may make donations in memory of Shannon to the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2R3, the Swift Current SPCA 2101 Knight Crescent, Swift Current, SK S0N 2Y0 or the North Battleford Union Hospital designated to the Palliative Care Unit, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. 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.

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LAND

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RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT 1 bedroom apartment for rent.

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DUPLEXES FOR RENT March 1- 1322-107th str., 1404 square feet. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1/2 bath, six appliances, off street parking, fully fenced. $1250/month, plus utilities, 1 month damage deposit. 2 references. 306445-4568. No pets, maximum 4 people.

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Love Ray and the family CARD OF THANKS

Alvina is a quiet timid cat who was surrendered over to us with her baby on Halloween day. She hides when she is scared but once you start petting her, she can’t get enough of it and starts to purr and head nudge for more!! Come and meet this sweet mama and give her the second chance she deserves!!

Libby was brought to us with her 5 babies when her owner could no longer care for them. She is so gentle and so sweet and has the softest eyes you have ever seen. Come and meet this sweet mama and give her the second chance she deserves!!

Please spay or neuter your pets!

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Battlefords Orcas Swim Club

would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support to the Winter Sprint Classic 2016 Swim Meet: Gold Sponsor: Discovery Co-op Silver Sponsor: Dental on Main

Bronze Sponsors: Innovation Credit Union, Valley Ford, Battleford Furniture, Kramer Auction Sales, Gold Eagle Lodge Friends of the Orcas: RBC Wealth Management, Bank of Montreal, Scott Campbell Dodge, Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre, Mr. Alvin Dewan We also would like to thank all the families and volunteers that came out to work at the meet.

It’s through the generosity of time and money that made our meet a success.

Thanks for your commitment to the community.

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Catering Services The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts is an entertainment and conference venue that prides itself in providing a range of superior facilities and services to local, regional and provincial markets. Our client groups, ranging in size from 20 to 400 often require the provision of meals to compliment their event. The Dekker Centre is interested in speaking with established food service catering companies and restaurants that have the capacity and experience to provide “above average” catering services to our guests.

Should you feel your company is qualified to provide such services please contact the General Manager, Mr. Moe McGuinty for more information about our requirements and how to apply.

Please forward enquires by e-mail only to moe@dekkercentre.com

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HOUSES FOR RENT

SERVICES FOR HIRE

FEED & SEED

SUITES FOR RENT

RENTALS & LEASES

AUTO MISCELLANEOUS

4 bedroom, 1 bath, single car garage. Newly renovated. Working persons only. Utilities not included. $1,400/monthly. Available on March 1st. Contact 403-596-5256.

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

Furnished suite. Kitchen, living area, etc., queen bed. 425.00/month. Includes utilities. Ph. 306-937-7187.

Non smokers prefered.

For rent: 1500 sq ft of Commercial space. Excellent location on 100th street in North Battleford. Completely remodeled & ready to go. Call 306-441-8784.

Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks...

Dodge...

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Available: spacious 2 Bedroom Duplex for rent, comes with fridge and stove, $1,150/month. Water included. References and damage required. Serious inquiries. Call 306441-6728.

- Move Existing Buildings, Barn Straightening, RTMs, Cabins, Lift Houses, Leveling Structures, Winch Truck Service, Scrap Metal Cleanup, Stump Removal, Yard Cleanup.

Phone (306) 407-0230

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

RM of North Battleford No. 437 Official Community Plan & Zoning Bylaw

PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE

The RM of North Battleford No. 437 is holding a public open house to outline key provisions proposed for a new Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for the municipality. When finalized, these bylaws will provide direction to guide land use and development decisions within the RM of North Battleford.

Members of the consulting team will be in attendance to discuss and explain what is being proposed and to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to speaking with anyone interested in reviewing and providing comment on the preliminary policies and regulations at the open house:

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities

FEBRUARY 9TH, 2016 DON ROSS CENTRE ROOM 109 - DOOR #4 891 99TH STREET NORTH BATTLEFORD

877-695-6461 Visit our website @

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SUITES FOR RENT

COME AND GO ANYTIME BETWEEN 5:00 AND 7:00 P.M.

Debbie Arsenault, Administrator R.M. of North Battleford Phone: 306-445-3604

1 bedroom basement suite, $600/monthly. Working persons only. Power not included. Available March 1st. Contact 403-596-5256.

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Speers intends to consider the adoption of a new Official Community Plan (proposed Bylaw No. 2014-04) and Zoning Bylaw (proposed Bylaw No. 2014-05) under The Planning and Development Act, 2007.

INTENT OF OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN The proposed Official Community Plan contains a long-term vision and goals to direct growth and development in the Village of Speers. The Plan establishes a number of objectives that address, but are not limited to, the following: • • • • •

Residential Development Commercial Development Industrial Development Community Services and Recreational Lands Heritage and Cultural Resources

• • • •

Environmental Sensitive Areas Transportation Networks Infrastructure Asset Management Planning Future Urban Development

This Plan is intended to guide the Village for a period of twenty-five plus (25+) years, and used in conjunction with the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve District Sustainability Plan. The Official Community Plan contains a Future Land Use Map (contained in this notice) which graphically displays, in a conceptual manner, the present, intended short and longer term future location and extent of general land uses within the Village of Speers.

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 the Village of Speers, as well as provides development permitting procedures. The Zoning Districts include: • R1 - Residential District • RA - Residential Acreage • C1 - Commercial District

• CS - Community Service District • FUD - Future Urban Development District

VILLAGE OF GLASLYN

AFFECTED LANDS All lands within the corporate limits of the Village of Speers, as shown on the Future Land Use Map and Zoning District Map contained within this notice, are affected by the new Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. Your property may be directly affected by the provisions in the proposed bylaws. Please check the full version of these documents that are available for viewing at the Village Office.

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council for the Village of Glaslyn intends to consider the adoption of a bylaw under section 35 The Planning and Development Act (PDA), 2007 to adopt a new Official Community Plan (OCP) and adopt a new Zoning Bylaw under section 46 of PDA, 2007.

REASON FOR THE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN The proposed Village of Speers Official Community Plan will help direct and manage growth and development in the Village for the next twenty-five plus years.

INTENT: The OCP provides a municipal vision of municipal futures and includes local land-use policies to assist decision makers in achieving this vision. It establishes balanced growth and associated servicing considerations within the region. The Plan will be adopted by Council, and all future land use decisions shall be consistent with the OCP. However, the OCP is a changing document, and amendments may be made in response to changing conditions in the municipality.

The second proposed bylaw known as the Zoning Bylaw will establish the regulations for future growth and development within the municipal boundaries of the Village. Included are specific zoning designations to which specific permitted and discretionary uses are assigned.

REASON FOR THE ZONING BYLAW The proposed Village of Speers Zoning Bylaw will help implement the Official Community Plan with site-specific provisions of the Village of Speers.

Public Notice: Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Adoption

AFFECTED LAND: The affected land is legally described as all lands located within the jurisdiction of the Village of Glaslyn.

REASON: The reason for the adoption of the Official Community Plan is to: 1.

Ensure that the Village of Glaslyn remains a safe and sustainable community in the future.

2.

Promote diverse and affordable housing options for various demographics within the municipality to maintain a high quality of life for all residents. It is important that local communities attract and retain permanent residents and families.

3.

Regional collaboration allows for the preservation of environmentally, culturally sensitive areas, local water resources, and development opportunities for collaborative and complementary infrastructure and land uses. The retention of local amenities ensures the high quality of life and promotes recreational and tourism opportunities.

4.

Encourage and facilitate economic diversification to establish a stable local economy built off agriculture and value-added agribusiness, consumer and tourism opportunities.

5.

The identification of specific areas within the region for particular land-use development ensures appropriate compatibility between different types of development. These designations are regulated through the municipal Zoning Bylaw that reflect a particular character and community-inspired values, which preserve and enhance local identity.

The reason for the adoption of the Zoning Bylaw is to control the use of land for providing for the amenity of the area within the Village’s jurisdiction and for the health, safety and general welfare of the inhabitants of the municipality. The Zoning Bylaw includes the following zoning districts that provide standards for development within specific areas within the municipality: 1.

R1 – Residential District: which is intended to provide for low- to medium-density residential development surrounded by agricultural lands and other compatible developments.

2.

MH – Mobile Home District: which is to provide for specific areas within the community for mobile homes and other related and compatible developments.

3.

C1 – Commercial Core District: which is intended to provide for general commercial development, and other compatible developments.

4.

C2 – Highway Commercial District: which is intended to provide for highway commercial and light industrial development and other compatible developments.

5.

M1 – Industrial District: which is intended for industrial and other types of developments.

6.

M2 – Low Service Industrial District: which is intended for industrial and other compatible developments that require minimum to low municipal servicing.

7.

UH – Urban Holdings District: which is intended for lands held for subdivision prior to rezoning to accommodate specific forms of development.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Village office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. as well as between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding any statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public, or by emailing the Village at villageofglaslyn@sasktel.net.

PUBLIC HEARING: The public hearing shall be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9th, 2016 at the village office at 182 Main Street, Glaslyn, SK, S0M 0Y0.

Issued by the Village of Glaslyn this 14th day of January, 2016.

Kate Clarke Administrator

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the Village of Speers Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw during regular office hours at the Village Office. Copies of the proposed Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING The Public Hearing shall be held on March 8, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Speers Village Office.

Issued at the Village of Speers this 29th day of January, 2016.

Dean Nicholson, Administrator

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

COMING EVENTS

Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre is having their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, February 11, 2016

NEW N TIO LOCA

5:00 p.m.

761C - 106th Street, North Battleford Town of Battleford

PUBLIC NOTICE 2016 - Tax Discounts and Penalties DISCOUNTS January to March April May June July August

35th Annual Ducks Unlimited Canada

Dinner&Auction Saturday March 5, 2016

Gold Ridge Centre, Gold Eagle Casino

Tickets: $40.00 each For tickets call

306-441-6725

or they can be purchased at the Ducks Unlimited Office 202-1301-101st Street

PENALTIES (compounded) 10% 8% 6% 5% Par Par

September October November December

1% 1% 1% 1%

*Tax prepayments for the current year will be based on the previous year’s tax levy.

NOTE: DISCOUNT ON MUNICIPAL TAXES ONLY NO DISCOUNT ON SCHOOL OR FRONTAGE TAXES

Community Events Calendar

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FORM C (Section 2.3)

NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act) TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 119208955 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 27 day of July, 2015.

The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Cindy Miller, Administrator Morris Kowerchuk Name of Assessed Owner LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Surface Parcel #149508771 Blk/Par A Plan No 1010600772 Extension 29 As described on Certificate of Title 99B00024, description 29.

Title Number: 118735555

FORM C (Section 2.3)

NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act) TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 119208944 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 2 day of October, 2015.

The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Cindy Miller, Administrator Morris Kowerchuk Name of Assessed Owner LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Surface Parcel #129115458 NE Sec 32 Twp 46 Rge 13 W3, Extension 2 As described on Certificate of Title 97B01800.

Title Number: 118735409

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

INSURANCE SERVICES LTD.

Tuesday, February 2 & February 9

1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

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

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patients and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health. Through this program, patients learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress. Classes will be held on February 2 & 9 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Primary Health Center.

To find out more or to register, call Kellie at 306-446-6424 or email kellie. heidel@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

Thursday, February 4

The Battlefords Society for Autism is having their Annual General Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at B10310 Henderson Drive. All welcome!

Saturday, February 6

Battlefords’ Harness Club Annual Cutter Rally - new location at Agrivilla, registration 11:00 a.m. Rally starts at 1:00 p.m. Burgers for sale from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; supper 5:00 p.m. Cash prizes. For more information contact Jim Schmidt 306-446-0407, Jim McFarlane 306-937-7471 or Ed Loewen 306-937-7317. Preregistration is preferred.

Saturday, February 6

Bowling Tournament, Borden Action Bowl from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., finals at 6:00 p.m. Call Chanda at 306-997-9994 for info or to register.

Limit 12 teams of 4. Borden Parks & Rec Board.

Saturday, February 6

ZABAVA - All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish Annual Fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus Hall, North Battleford. Supper, entertainment, dance, silent auction. Tickets available from Hudec Law office at 306446-2555. Advance tickets only.

Saturday, February 6

11th Annual Aboriginal Storytelling Celebration at the library from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.. It will be inside the library, in our Lecture Theatre.

COOK

Duties: Prepare and cook Chinese meals & dishes.

Education: Grade 12.

1-2 years Chinese cooking experience. Speaking chinese is a bona fide employment requirement.

Permanent Position.

Wage: $16/hr.

Benefits Package offered plus dental insurance & extended medical insurance.

Location: 331-22nd Street Battleford Contact Ricky Cheung

rickyhk011@icloud.com

www.quinoa.com 306.933.9525

Saskatchewan

Penalty on outstanding taxes at January 1-10%

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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motor LiCenCe needs”

CAREER TRAINING HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand.

Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com.

1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe.com.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Our Regina terminal is urgently looking for qualified drivers for the following positions: Class 1 Single Switch Driver $0.514/mile Mon-Fri, 8 pm start Runs to Maple Creek, SK Class 1 Turnpike Driver $0.63/mile Mon-Fri, 7 pm start Runs to North Battleford, SK with a stop in Saskatoon each way Please apply to: recruiting@rosedale.ca or call toll free 1-855-721-3962 to discuss more details such as driver qualifications and other benefits we offer.

JOIN THE FAMILY DRIVE THE BUSINESS www.rosedale.ca/drivers

Peter’s Bros. Paving, south Okanagan paving company seeking experienced paving personnel (min. 3 years) for their highway division throughout BC. Relocation allowance may be available. Competitive wage $20.00 to $30.00 per hour plus benefits, full time seasonal. Please send resume to petersbros@shaw.ca

Saturday - Saturday, February 6 - 13

Canadian Gymnastics Week across the country and we are going to be hosting some special events to raise awareness of the sport! Demo Team Show and Bake Sale at Frontier Mall Thursday, Feb.11 from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Free Drop in Gymnastics on Saturday, Feb.13 for specific age categories from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, February 7

Family Movie: Minions at the Borden Community Centre at 2:00 p.m. Free, prizes, popcorn. Hosted by Borden Library & Riverbend Fellowship Church.

Tuesday February 9

Senior’s Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall 1942 - 98th Street from 2:00 4:00 p.m. Entertainment by “Good Olde Guys”. Bingo and soup/buns supper at 4:00 p.m. All Seniors welcome.

Tuesday, February 9

Shrove Tuesday Pancake supper at the Borden Senior’s Room from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., by donation. Hosted by Borden Anglican & United Churches.

Tuesday, February 9

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

Thursday, February 11

Borden Senior’s Valentine’s Tea for Telemiracle, bake sale, 50/50, door prizes, by donation at 2:00 p.m. in Borden Senior’s Club Room.

Saturday, February 13

Valentine Dance at the Denholm Hall from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Music by Redneck DJ. Cash bar and midnight lunch. Free draws.

Contact Larry at 306-481-3509, Anna 306-445-4817 or Gaelyn 306441-5965. Everyone welcome.

Wednesday, February 17

Bingo at Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 15

Deadline for nominations for 2016 into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame is March 15. For information contact Jane at 306-446-1983 or saskbaseballmuseum@sasktel.net.

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.

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

Parts Technician required in Shellbrook; selling automotive & agriculture parts, tires and booking vehicle service. Permanent position, competitive salary and good work environment. Respond with resume to sss94@sasktel.net.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

City of North Battleford

SEASONAL LABOURER & SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS Operations Department

Parks & Public Works Divisions Applications for the above positions are now being accepted at North Battleford City Hall.

General hours of work are Mon-Fri; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tentative start date for Seasonal Workers is April 4, 2016 Tentative start date for Students is May 2, 2016 Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and a clean criminal record check required prior to start date.

Must be physically fit.

Detailed resumé or written City application form, including references, to be submitted to: Human Resources Dept., City of North Battleford, P.O. Box 460, S9A 2Y6; fax: (306) 445-0411; email: hr@cityofnb.ca Please note: The City wishes to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Hair Stylist Wanted

POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT BULK BARN FOODS LIMITED

Excellent Opportunity

We are looking for motivated, friendly, conscientious people to staff our store at:

CALL 306-441-7757 or 306-892-4600

312 Territorial Drive, North Battleford Full and part-time staff required for the following positions:

Store Manager Supervisors Cashiers Stock Clerks

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

Now accepting applications for the following positions: Bus Driver • KE2 – Kerrobert North & West Secretary • Connaught Elementary School Teacher • North Battleford Comprehensive High School – Grade 7 Closing at noon, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca

Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings and weekends.

Please email your resume to corporatejobs@bulkbarn.ca

bulkbarn.ca

Reporter Correspondents required for all rural areas

• • • • • • • •

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

• • • • •

(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

BAND MANAGER Under the direction of the Chief and Council, the Band Manager will be responsible for the overall administrative operations of Moosomin First Nation, including all of its program areas. Primary responsibilities include: planning, accountability, supervision and advisory services to the Chief and Council, Committees, Project Teams, Program Managers and staff, as well as management and accountability for the annual operating budget.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess: • Post-Secondary education, preferably at a post-secondary degree level, in Administration, Finance, Business, Education, etc., or an equivalent combination of education and experience • A minimum of 5 years experience at a management level, with demonstrated abilities in leadership, planning and accountability is preferred • Knowledge of planning and accountability processes, human resource management processes, and financial and accountability processes • Ability to develop and sustain financial and activity reporting to meet Council, funding agencies, and membership requirements • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) • Ability to speak Cree would be an asset

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The Accounts Clerk will work under the direction and supervision of the Director of Finance and will have the responsibility of keeping accurate financial records which are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and will ensure the safekeeping of all pertinent financial documents of the Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. accounting standards.

Responsibilities will include: • Lead and direct all administration and program operations of Moosomin First Nation • Organize, Motivate, delegate, Supervise and coordinate staff as per the organizational structure of the First Nation • Report to the Chief and Council on administrative, financial and program matters on a monthly basis • Coordinate corporate and program planning activities with leadership, committees, and staff and oversee implementation of such plans • Account to the funding agencies and membership as per reporting requirements as set forth in the respective funding agreements or as requested by the Chief and Council, including administration of a recipient-driven Remedial Management Plan • Liaise with funding agencies, community partners and potential partners or stakeholders with regard to program delivery and / or fiscal arrangements • Develop, implement, and evaluate policies pertaining to the operation of the Moosomin First Nation and any / all if its programs and entities • Develop proposals to access additional resources or services for the membership, the leadership, and / or the First Nations programs.

Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 p.m. February 5, 2016 to:

CLOSING DATE: Friday, February 12, 2016

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Working maintenance supervisor: Preference given to someone with some mechanical and carpentry skills; must be able to work weekends; must have supervisory skills. List expected salary for 40 hours a week from May 1 to Sept.30.

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AND TENDER for Garbage Collection TENDER for toilet/shower/laundry cleaning These two tenders may be applied for separately or as one tender. Tender to include expected cost of services provided.

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All positions must have a valid driver’s licence Deadline for applications February 29, 2016

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Main Duties include, but are not limited to the following: ensuring regular contact with children, teens, parents and families who are at risk; assist the family with a wellnessplan; conduct regular home visits; conduct referrals to appropriate community agencies, support services and/or programs needed or requested by families such as family counseling, one-to-one counseling, anger management, parenting classes, loss & grief, children exposed to violence, etc.; facilitate support groups for parents; facilitate healing/ talking circles; facilitate parenting education, etc. Child & Family Liaison Worker will work directly in Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker and Lucky Man Cree Nation. The ability to build trusting relationships with child / youth and participate in a professional team approach is required. Must have the ability to relate to First Nations children and youth and have an understanding of the various issues within the communities of Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker Cree Nation and Lucky Man Cree Nation. You will be required to travel and work flexible hours.

Conditions of Employment: A cover letter and resumé along with copies of your driver’s license, driver’s abstract, criminal record check, ACI check and your certificate of your degree in Social Work.

Qualifications: BISW and/or equivalent to 2 years work experience in First Nations communities.

Qualified applicants should contact B.T.C. Human Services Corp. at P.O. Box 1426, North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3M1 or e-mail: btchsc@sasktel.net or fax 306-445-5568.

Deadline for applications is February 12, 2016

We thank all applications and wish to advise that only those individuals that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Roses are for lovers

By Erl Svendsen

Giving your special someone a dozen roses for Valentine’s Day may be the most clichéd way to say, “I love you” and is many times the refuge of desperate, forgetful husbands on sitcoms.

However, roses and love have been linked across the ages and in many cultures.

In ancient Rome, roses and myrtle were combined in wedding bouquets as symbols of Venus, the goddess of love. Similarly, roses were often associated with and symbolized Aphrodite, Venus’ Greek cousin.

Similar themes are found in Scotland with “O, my Luve’s like a red, red rose” [beginning phrase from a traditional Scottish song] and in England with “The rose is red, violet’s blue; Honey’s sweet and so are you” [traditional English rhyme]. And a Swedish proverb translates as, “If I had a rose for every time I thought of you, I’d be picking roses for a lifetime.”

Despite Gertrude Stein’s assertion that “a rose is a rose is a rose,” roses of different colours convey entirely different expression of love. Red, the most popular and safest choice of the season, refers to true love.

Light pink, coral and orange signify desire and passion.

arden Chat Lavender and any colour of thorn-less rose represent love at first sight. And white symbolizes innocence, virtue and purity. If the warm handshake of friendship is what you want to communicate, then choose yellow roses.

For the budget conscious, the cost of roses on Valentine’s Day may be out of reach. The good news is there are several other, more affordable flowers that convey the meaning of love.

Red or white carnations have the same meaning as red or white roses; pink carnations denote a mother’s love for her children; beware of giving yellow (disdain) and striped (refusal, no) carnations.

Other “love” flowers include: red tulip (undying love), purple tulip (forever love), white tulip (one-sided love), yellow tulip and daffodil (hopeless or unrequited love), forget-me-not (true love), primrose (eternal love), jasmine (unconditional love) and violet (faithfulness). A gardenia received

anonymously means you have a secret admirer or a potential stalker.

Baby’s breath is a common addition to many bouquets. But it’s not just there for its airy, complementary texture. Its messages of innocence and purity of heart are a nice counterpoint to more emotional themes.

Taking care of your rose and cut flower bouquet: If you don’t have time to arrange your flowers in a vase right away, at least put them in a container of warm water to keep them hydrated until you do have time.

Use a clean vase with ample space to hold the flowers and enough water.

Mix floral preservative with warm water and fill vase three-quarters full. If you don’t have preservative, mix two tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar and one teaspoon sugar in one quart of water.

Cut new ends on all stems and remove all leaves that will be below the water level.

Repeat the above steps every three or four days – empty and clean vase, refill with warm water and floral preservative and re-cut stems.

Keep the bouquet as cool as possible: out of direct sun, away from heat registers. But also keep it away from blasts

The different colours of roses convey different messages. Photo by Kaz Andrew

of cold air: leaky windows and exterior doors.

Keep cut flowers away from ripening fruit.

Remove faded petals and flowers to keep your bouquet

looking its best.

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Bus service to dinner theatre in Mayfair offered

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The Old Mill Players in Mayfair are again hosting dinner theaters on Feb. 19, 20 and 21. A bus will run from Davidson Manor to Mayfair on Sunday after-

noon, Feb. 21. The Friday event starts at 7 p.m., the Saturday one at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Each performer wears a microphone so those of us who are hard of hearing can enjoy, too.

Duplicate bridge was played at the Do Drop In

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high were Jetta and Terence Dasilva and third were Mary Greenwald and David Sharpe.

Duplicate bridge was played in town Jan. 28 with top score by Glen Fraser and Jean Lawes. Second high were Mary Greenwald and Catriona Winterholt and third high were Margaret Dyck and Joyce Antoine.

Canasta was played Jan. 29 in Meota with top score

by Murray McCrimmon and Linda Ard. Second high were Pat Chapman and Bev McCrimmon and third were Barbara Soloninko and Arlene Walker. It was another nice social event.

Margery Kenney, 95-year-old pioneer from the Medstead district, passed away Jan. 24 in Lloydminster. She and her husband Dwain farmed until retiring to town in 1982.

Driving into the city from the north these days you see a bright shiny picture of ice on the hilltops across the river, very pretty. The nice days we have had made for treacherous walking conditions in most places, though.

Remember the seniors’ meeting Friday, Feb. 12. We need your support.

Shingling is progressing at the condo site, making it look much nicer. They have had to remove snow off the roof several times, now that problem is solved.

The store will be closed on Feb. 8, 9 and 10 for holidays.

Avid fisherwoman Kay Smith caught a lovely walleye at Chitek Lake on Jan.

30. It weighed in at eight pounds, 11 ounces. It made her day, for sure.

The annual Robbie Burns Night was held in the Alex Dillabough Centre in Battleford Jan. 30 with a fullhouse turnout. The delicious meal followed the piping-in of the haggis by two pipers.

Entertainment by a young laddie on his violin and lassies and ladies who performed the highland dances was appreciated. It was a delightful evening.

Winner at contract bridge played in Meota on Monday night was Terence Dasilva.

Tied for second were Mary Greenwald and Linda Ard. It was a pleasant social evening for all.

Travellers today are finding the roads less travelled

and the Tim Hortons lineups are almost nil, as folks are finding they are out of work and don’t have the money to play and spend.

There are still some semis out there, but not like there used to be. It does make for less stress on the road, but one has to be out there to realize how much times have changed.

Donna and Al Lambert from Leduc, Alta. visited her mother in Meota and friends in town and at Denholm this week.

Many folks are off south for one- or two-week trips to warmer climates, but those of us at home are doing just fine. We know how to cope with the few cold days we’ve had and appreciate every nice one in between.

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Staff and students participate in minute of silence

By MCS Staff Staff and students of Maymont Central School joined other schools across Saskatchewan to observe a moment of silence Friday, Jan. 29. At 9 a.m., everyone in the school stopped what they were doing and stayed silent for one minute. This was done to show solidarity and support for the staff, students and community members of La Loche.

Students in Grades 2 through 5 participated in the live arts presentation by Métis artist Karlie King Jan. 26. King is an artist in Saskatchewan and she was doing a classroom presentation in

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Saskatoon. The lesson was broadcast in the school for the two elementary classrooms to watch.

Following the presentation, both classrooms participated in the hands-on activity of printmaking. Students used a picture of an insect and traced it over several times onto a foam plate.

The imprint was covered in black paint then the plate was flipped over onto a white

piece of paper.

They turned out very well and now hang in the school hallway.

The junior boys’ basketball team played two games this past week. They travelled to North Battleford Comprehensive High School and to Langham to play exhibition games. They boys are developing their skills and put up good efforts.

There will not be any school Feb. 8. The staff will be attending a professional development day in North Battleford. Staff will be attending a presentation by Ruth Culham.

Ruth Culham launched a

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The second semester has started which means the school year has reached the halfway point already. The travel club will be leaving for Europe in six short weeks.

The school’s annual Winter Olympics will be held Feb. 12. This is also the last school day before the February break.

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UNITY — Soneera Water Canada Ltd. and the Town of Unity have announced an agreement to upgrade the sewage water treatment facilities for the town.

According to a press release, Soneera Water will install a wastewater treatment system in Unity that will deliver clean water into Sink Lake, enhancing the water quality of the existing treatment ponds. Working in concert with Saskatoonbased civil engineering firm McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd., Soneera Water Canada expects to commission the system in summer 2016, the release states.

“The Town of Unity has recognized a requirement to upgrade the sewage treatment plant to facilitate growth,” said Darrell Behan , Soneera Water Canada’s CEO. “Soneera Water Canada Ltd offers a modular solution, which can handle an 80 per cent growth … and be economically expanded as required in the future.”

The system, which uses electroflocculation to re-

This is a 40-foot version of the Soneera Water Canada Ltd. system that is similar to the ones planned for the Town of Unity. Photos submitted

move contaminants, was invented in Australia by Dr. Vivian Robinson.

Robinson was present in Unity Jan. 29 for the official signing of the agreement.

The Memfree technology invented by Robinson has enjoyed significant acceptance in Australia and was introduced into North America in 2014, the press release states.

The system is described as being a “green” option for the efficient treatment of waste water. The unit operates without filters in the primary treatment cells. Despite that, it cleans the water to nano filter level, removing all but the smallest pollutants such as salt.

The automated systems are monitored remotely, removing the need for expensive maintenance or onsite monitoring. The only chemical used in the process is acid that is applied, only if required, to neutralize the ph of alkaline in-feed water.

No other chemicals are used in the process and electricity consumption is low.

After proving the technology in a variety of wastewater installations, Soneera Water LLC commenced marketing the product in 2015 in the United States.

Soneera Canada Ltd. was established in November 2015, with registered offices in Saskatoon.

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Unity mayor Sylvia Maljan with officials of Soneera Water Canada Ltd. as an agreement is signed for the firm to develop a wastewater treatment system for the town.

ed we are to enter this market. We have partnered with McElhanney for engineering services as the first step towards building a strong local presence,” said Geoff Hukins, Soneera Canada’s COO. “We have invited the WSA to maintain an intimate involvement with the project and have committed to openly share progress throughout the trial phase.

Pursuing local manufacture will be high on our list of to-

dos as soon as we can gain critical mass to support the investment.”

Unity mayor Sylvia Maljan has also expressed enthusiasm for the project.

“The Town of Unity is excited about the prospect of pioneering this technology in Saskatchewan,” she said.

“Communities such as Unity are tasked with the responsibility of considering a perpetual list of infrastructure projects to replace, or in this case, add to our

municipal service assets.

We do not have the capacity to complete all of our capital requirements without being innovative, financially prudent and exceedingly diligent in our management of these projects. The Town of Unity looks forward to the development of this facility

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Concern over blood donor clinics pulling out of Unity

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Did he or didn’t he? The mysterious ground hog – did he predict an early spring or sadly tell us to expect more winter? However, if the “more winter” entails what we’ve had so far, we certainly can’t complain!

I must say, it’s quite a pleasant, smile-evoking surprise to receive a phone call from folks in another community who read the Unity column and call to voice their appreciation for this news. It is gratifying to know our community’s news is of interest to those in communities other than our own and also a reflection on the wide area the Regional Optimist serves and is appreciated.

I’ve had more than a dozen regular, local blood donors voice their concerns over the mysterious cessation of the local blood donor clinics that used to come to Unity three times a year.

Supposedly it had nothing to do with the large number of donors who regularly attended and filled the quotas each time. Donors have now been receiving calls asking them to make the two-hour round trip to Biggar to donate. For working folks, this is an option that will not work. Donors are mystified by this change and at a loss as to why – when the need

nity News for blood always seems to be there – that a well-attended clinic was pulled from our community.

February brings a plethora of birthdays to our family, numbering eight! So here’s to a month of cake and celebrations, starting with a big ole happy birthday to my niece Janelle.

All three schools will be recognized next week for Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week held annually and this year falling Feb. 8 to 12, preceding the school break. This is a great opportunity to show your thanks for everything our teachers and school staff offer our children during their school years. Contact your local school community council and see if you can help with any of the plans for this week.

At Unity Public School, everyone loves the return of the nice weather and snow creations are prominent on the playground. The school continues their commitment to Telemiracle fundraising with an event every Friday in January and February.

Basketball teams are on the court and it won’t be long

until February break is upon them. Following the break, the choir and oral speaking participants will be busy practising for music festival. And, in unique but fun winter fashion, the French students held “Carnaval” at UPS during the afternoon of Jan. 28, proving learning and fun can go hand in hand.

St. Peter’s School ski trip has been rescheduled for Feb. 4. Basketball season has begun and it won’t be long before the band and choir are practising for the upcoming music festival following the February break.

Unity Composite High School finals for semester one are all wrapped up and semester two began Feb. 1.

Drama kids are busy practising for their regional drama festival and spring productions.

Senior high curlers have a week before district playdowns in Spiritwood while the junior curlers’ district event is a little later in February. Curlers are keeping busy fine tuning their game before competing as UCHS in these events, playing home and away series with neighbouring schools. The junior teams have taken in a few area bonspiels as well to assist with the development of their game prior to district events.

Basketball teams have hosted tournaments the last three weekends at the school

and continue to improve their game as they head toward district events coming up in February.

The school has replaced their February magazine drive with the popular fruit sale program. Watch for students canvassing for another round of delicious, fresh fruit starting Feb. 2.

Congratulations to the Unity Peewee Lazers provincial team, the Unity Peewee Lazer Whites and the Bantam Lazers from 2015 who got to witness their championship banners raised Jan. 16, adding to the long line of winning banners captured by teams in Unity.

Hopes are high for some repeats and more banner-raising ceremonies to come.

Hockey season is rampant with action as teams are wrapping up league play and heading into league playoffs as well as provincial teams beginning their quests for more banners to hang in the arena. It is best to check either the schedules at the rink on the TVs or the Town of Unity website as they will be the most accurate, up-to-date account of all the games upcoming at the hockey rink. The Midget AA team is also skating full speed into the second half of their season and have offered some terrific, fastpaced hockey games for spectators.

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The warm weather Jan. 28 made way for numerous creations around Unity, including these fine fellows.

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Playoff action begins for Unity Miners Continued from Page 34 Come on down to the rink at any time to cheer on your favourite player or team and see some great live hockey action at the local arena.

The Miners will face off against the Biggar Nationals in the first round of Sask West Hockey League playoffs. Don’t miss a moment of it as the coffee is always on, there’s always a fellow fan to visit with and there’s plenty of action to enjoy!.

Saskatchewan boasts of curling royalty with successful curlers such as Sandra Schmirler and team, the Richardson foursome, Amber Holland and Brad Heidt, whose boys also have joined the ranks of competitive curlers in Saskatchewan. CurlSask is pleased the government declared a provincial day of curling as it provides us with a chance to recognize and grow our provincial sport.

At Unity Curling Club, they chose to host a week of activity, posting notices both at the club and on their Facebook page regarding the activity taking place. Junior curling kicked it off Jan. 25 as junior curlers were invited to “bring a buddy” to come and experience curling with them. More than 45 kids took to the ice along with four instructors and four helpers to run some drills on curling fundamentals and then experience a mini-game with all participants.

In true curling fashion, the importance of fellowship post-game was also involved when all participants were invited into the curling club lounge to enjoy some snacks and refreshments as well as put their names in for a number of draws that included a 2016 Continental Cup poster, Scotties souvenirs, curling pins and even a game-worn jersey from the 2006 Canada Cup from Olympic gold medallist – and now curling announcer – Joan McCusker.

It was evident early the junior curlers were anxious to show their buddies and spectators the skills they have developed in this year’s junior curling program. The buddy participants, who sported smiles throughout the evening, clearly enjoyed their curling experience.

It was apparent that those parents, grandparents and friends who came to watch also enjoyed their night out at the Unity Curling Club.

These were the goals set out by CurlSask who initiated Curling Day in Saskatchewan. The remainder of the week, the club invited fans and friends to come down to the rink and enjoy lounge specials and snacks while watching league curling throughout the week that continued to shine the spotlight on local curlers and the sport.

Speaking of curling achievements, a unique eight-ender was earned on the late draw of the Tuesday

league night. As it became more evident this prestigious scoring opportunity was about to unfold, fans from the lower lounge started to funnel to the glass to watch.

With no disrespect to the opposition, who quite frankly had played a terrific game up to that point, everyone at the rink seemed to agree that some games one team can’t do anything wrong while the other team can’t seem to do anything right. Some quick “eight-ender” pictures were taken to mark the occasion and, in the true gentlemanly, friendly nature of the sport of curling, both teams met in the lounge for a beverage, sharing some fellowship following this game.

Remember the UCC Facebook page always brings you the latest updates or you can come on down to the rink and check out the schedules. Next week, it is hoped to be a full house for the annual JayDee AgTech men’s bonspiel with registrations being accepted by calling the rink at 306-2282212. While league curling is still keeping the curling arena folks busy, they know there is plenty of other action yet to come including high school junior district curling coming up Feb. 23 and 24 as well as a whole slate of bonspiels after the men’s event including the oilperson’s spiel, the sturling spiel and the ladies’ annual.

You know what season is getting ready to gear up? Ball season, and it’s going to be an exciting one. Registration takes place March 1 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. with the annual meeting to follow. This year, Unity has secured the bid to host the Western Canadian U21 ladies’ fastptich championship and there are more events on the horizon.

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community, you won’t want to miss the chamber of commerce sponsored “Celebrate Unity” March 7. This year, the evening is featuring Safire – a fire performer and hoop dancer. The evening starts with happy hour, followed by a catered dinner.

The program follows, presenting accolades to milestone anniversaries in the business community as well as for exemplary service of citizens who were nominated.

You can help your community through the current economic slowdown. Commit to making the majority of your purchases of products and services right here in town. There is a variety of businesses that can look after what you need. Consider the free parking, friendly service and avoidance of long lineups and busy city driving as well as the opportunity to give back to the businesses that support so many events and activities throughout the year in our town.

Coffee row folks welcome February with optimism.

They are optimistic that the slightly longer days will bring spring soon. Optimism abounds for the success of local curling and hockey teams in their upcoming playoffs. And optimism is there for our community that continues to band together to host exciting events and help each other out in creating a community we all feel safe and can enjoy living in. You can be assured, these folks can lay it all on the line when sharing what they’re passionate about in the news, yet no matter which side of the topic table they are on, they always reconvene the next day with a smile. So, you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row.

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Volunteer performers, musicians, magicians and actors, share their

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January birthdays celebrated by Borden Friendship Club

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Friendship Club monthly potluck supper was held Jan. 27 with 38 out for the evening. Blowing out the candles for January were Elizabeth Derksen, Lorraine Olinyk and Wendell Dyck, with the cakes and ice cream supplied by Eileen Petrun and Elizabeth Derksen.

Entertainment for the evening was provided by Bob Wardhaugh playing accordion, banjo or keyboard and vocals, Archie Wainwright vocals, Ed Neufeld guitar, harmonica and vocals and Sean O’Connor playing button accordion or the Bodhren drum. They played and sang a number of tunes. Sean also played some lively Irish tunes on his accordion and Ed played Looking for past columns from Regional Optimist correspondents? Visit www.newsoptimist.ca under the Community tab.

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orden Radisson harmonica for Moonlight Bay and he sang Old Shep.

They closed with Waltz Across Texas and Smile Awhile. After the dishes were done and many had gone home, the four of them kept on jamming for another hour.

The Borden United Church held their annual meeting Jan. 31 after the service and a potluck lunch.

Reports were heard from the board chair Jean Hryniuk and minister Gayle Wensley, as well as a financial report from Lorraine Olinyk and a ministry and personnel report from Helen Sutherland.

Going off the board after a three-year term is Stewart Walton. Still on the board are Jean Hryniuk, Jean Sawchyn, Sandra Long who becomes the chairperson, Helen Sutherland and secretary-treasurer Lorraine Olinyk, along with Gayle Wensley. Trustees are Stewart Walton, Stan Foster and

Lorraine Olinyk.

The church, along with St. John’s Anglican, will be hosting a Shrove Tuesday pancake and sausage supper with fruit toppings and whipped cream Feb. 9 in the seniors’ room, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Goodwill donations will be accepted. The church will also be holding a St. Patrick’s Day luncheon March 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the seniors’ room, serving stew or soup, buns, bread, cookies and beverages. The United Church hopes to host a Good Friday service with the Anglicans.

Members hope to sell burgers and hotdogs at the farmers’ market this summer.

At Borden School’s Jammin’ with Kids days in January, where students donated money to wear their pyjamas on the last day of each week, the school raised $895.05 for the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan. The class raising the most money and winning the ice cream sundae party was kindergarten and Grade 1, with the Grade 2/3/4 class close behind. Great job, students and staff.

Entertainment at the seniors’ room Jan. 27 was by Bob Wardhaugh, Archie Wainwright, Sean O’Connor and Ed Neufeld. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

Borden Friendship Club members celebrating January birthdays were Elizabeth Derksen, Wendell Dyck and Lorraine Olinyk. Photo submitted by Lorraine Olinyk

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Community volunteers honoured at appreciation supper

By Helena Pike Correspondent

What beautiful weather we have had lately. One hears about the storms in Eastern Canada and the United States and really appreciates our weather. The roads have been good for travelling as well.

I must apologize for the error made in my Jan. 21 Waseca News. Jessie Weisner and Ashley McFadyen of Maidstone High School were accompanied by staff

aseca News member Judy Franks on their trip to Halifax, N.S. An appreciation supper and social evening was held in Waseca Community Centre Jan. 31, honouring all volunteers who serve on local boards and committees. The evening began

with a supper, followed by pool and shuffleboard tournaments along with lots of visiting.

Congratulations to all those who do serve our community as volunteers.

In this day and age, when volunteering is lagging, it is pleasing to know there still are many who volunteer, showing appreciation for the local community.

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The Waseca village office is now completely moved to 201 Douglas Place, which is just across from Snell Park.

Renovations done before they moved in included the laying of new flooring and painting of the interior of the building. The office will be closed for the first two weeks of February.

Arlee Lumgair attended a fundraising event in Meadow Lake Jan. 28. The event was held to raise funds for her daughter Shawna, partner Arlan and their family, who lost their home in a fire on New Year’s Day. Shawna, Arlan and family have been living with Shawna’s sister Tracy since then, but have now moved into a duplex where they will be living until their new house is built.

The fundraiser, a silent and live auction, was organized by the rodeo association and 4-H and was a great success. We hope everything goes well for Shawna, Arlan and family.

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No need to exercise after you hit 70 Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, has a dim view of those who waste their money on gyms or fitness centers. Several years ago when I had a membership at the CN Gym at Melville, I showed Ed all the machines and weights in the gym. He could not understand my enthusiasm for the facility.

He thought it was silly to pay money to sweat and strain when anybody can sweat and strain at home without paying a cent to do so.

When I talked to Ed last, he was not surprised to hear that I was going to a fitness center here. He, of course, thought it would be both costly and unneces-

sary at my age of 70. He compared it to a child playing in traffic, an accident waiting to happen. I tried to tell Ed that I should not stop fitness workouts because I’m growing older.

My old neighbour seems to think that after 70, exercise is stepping on the scales and sucking in my gut. It is a little activity, but as effective as sitting and reading or watching television.

Bowling and curling in the winter and golf in the summer are Ed’s answer to every exercise need anyone could have.

Exercise is a wise investment at any age, for good health is the first wealth. Taking care of your body with exercise is

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca worthwhile because your body is the only place you have to live. At every age, it is important to keep being active. According to medical authorities, regular exercise at the gym or elsewhere will improve your memory, result in better posture, de-stress you, reduce blood pres-

sure, maintain immune functioning, keep bones strong, build muscle mass, improve breathing, lower the risk of arthritis, result in better sleep and more energy. When I recounted all these health benefits of exercise to Ed, he told me that he felt the need to exercise himself, but

he would lie down until it passed.

Most folks accept exercising and paying attention to their physical fitness level is a good idea.

In physical exercise, 80 per cent of success is showing up and working out. It is the same for our spiritual well-being. As Christians, we are to show love to God and our neighbour in a continuous workout of servitude. God is our spotter able to help us when we try to lift in love and service beyond our capacity. We exercise love to God and others because Jesus exercised himself to death to save us from the captivity our sinful natures. Like the story of the Good Samari-

tan, who showed compassion to a wounded man left half dead on the side of the road, Jesus had love without measure for us as sinners. He did what was required to save us and restore us from the death grip of sin. He has loved us first that we would gladly exercise love to God and our neighbour.

The Bible says, that whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus giving thanks to God the Father through him. Exercise compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience as you bear with others. Forgive grievances as the Lord forgave you.

Love with all your heart.

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Hope Mennonite Fellowship

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Notre Dame (RC) Parish

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All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

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902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

On the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month: 9:30 a.m.

On the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month: 12:30 p.m.

Contact: Fr. Ivan Nahachewsky - 306-961-1390

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

ANGLICAN PARISH

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Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Ruby Rafuse was guest of honour at a farewell celebration Jan. 28 in Mayfair. Many friends, family members and neighbours joined in the celebration. Photos by Elaine Woloshyn

Old Mills Players offer up Hotbed Hotel

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Tickets are selling quickly for the Old Mill Players 2016 Dinner Theatre. Dates are Friday, Feb. 19 at 7.p.m., Saturday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. in Mayfair Community Hall. Tickets are available for only $25 by calling Norma Sherman at 306824-4616, Sheila Bachelder at 306-824-4730 or Cheryl Bulmer at 306-445-9721.

There is a 54-passenger bus leaving from North Battleford Sunday. For more information, such as cost, time, etc. please contact Lorna Lavallee at 306-4450651.

The comedy, Hotbed Hotel, by Michael Parker, will bring much laughter.

There was a large crowd in attendance to bid retired long-time school teacher and resident of Mayfair, Ruby Rafuse, goodbye as she is re-

locating to North Battleford in February.

In her farewell speech, Ruby stated, “It’s time for progress, as I planned to leave the past five years of bygones and was seriously thinking of moving in 2016. So one month from today, Jan. 26, I will be celebrating my 75th birthday at Parkview Manor, 1442102nd St. To the new owner of Lot 20, Block 1, please remove the snow, keep the grass green and remove all dandelions and harvest the fruit. Thanks for offering to help me move and for your kind words. I will miss all my good friends. Good luck and God bless. My door will always be open so please stop in to visit. For the first time in my life, I will have a dishwasher.”

Mayfair will indeed miss all the volunteer work that Ruby diligently kept busy at without ever complaining, like the snow shovelling,

ayfair News donations of baked goodies and pulling weeds. People reminisced about the past involvement and thanked her for the many tasks she performed. I composed a poem about Ruby and read it to the crowd, lunch was served and a gift card and money was presented. Ruby thanked everyone for attending this special occasion.

The results of Thickwood Hills Awards Night two weeks ago in Mayfair are as follows: Wildlife Photography Teresa Toews; Photography (Scenic) - Jennifer Krsacok; Canada Goose - 11.67 pounds, Ryan Krsacok; Northern Pike - 17 pounds, five ounces, Dale Lehmann; Ladies’ Black Bear - 18 0/16

- Kristy Mackrell; Archery Black Bear - 19 6/16 - Justin Rafuse; Junior Mule Deer 135 1/8 - Jennifer Krsacok; Mule Deer - 171 4/8 - Brian Krsacok; Junior Ladies’ White-tailed Deer - 106 4/8 - Morgan Attrux; Junior White-tailed Deer - 133 1/8 - Colby Lavallee; Ladies’ White-tailed Deer - 140 6/8 - Ashley Gauthier; Nontypical Ladies’ White-tailed Deer - 160 4/8 - Melanie Moore; Archery Whitetailed Deer - 157 7/8 - Robert Moore; Typical White-tailed Deer - 158 5/8 - Brandon Combres; Junior Ladies’ Moose - 131 3/8 - Jennifer Krsacok; Junior Moose 119 4/8 - Austin Lavallee; Moose - 135 4/8 - Richard Fournier; Many people supported the annual awards supper and dance on the terribly cold night of Jan. 16. The

club will also be hosting their annual fish fry the day before Easter, which will be March 26 this year.

For the next three months — February, March and April — Father Vu of the Catholic Church in Mayfair will be offering mass Saturdays at 6:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars for these two scenic snowmobile rallies — Chitek Lake Bush Buddies on Feb. 13 with registration 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Chitek Lake Hall, and Rabbit Lake and District Agriculture Association Rally March 5 at Rabbit Lake Hall. Both have three cash prize draws, with the draws to be made approximately 6 p.m. on the rally days.

Edna Rogers has returned from the United States after being there for almost three months. She eventu-

ally plans to move to Laird where her brother resides.

Mayfair will be getting in the famous Phyllis Rathwell and her husband Larry Miller from Elkwater, Alta. to perform their original cowboy poetry this April. I took in their performance last March in Yuma, Ariz. and can see why they draw in large crowds. They are talented people. This is something you will not want to miss. I will report the date in about six weeks from now when everything is confirmed.

Get well wishes to many of you who are suffering from bad colds and flu. When the temperature warms up there is always a higher percentage of those nasty bugs going around and attacking the vulnerable.

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