The Preeceville Pats U18 found a way to give back to everyone who has supported them in their regular season or provincial games this season with a fun hockey game against the Senior Cote Selects in Preeceville on Feb. 15. The two teams got together for this group photo. Proceeds of $520 from the game went towards Sturgis MiniMiracle.
A finishing hog barn, known as Kopj Finisher Unit, located in the Sturgis area was a total loss in a Feb. 12 fire. “A very unfortunate event,” according to Olymel’s vice-president of production Casey Smit.
“Our staff were on site, they spotted a fire, and called it in to 911 immediately. There was nobody inside the barn at the time of the fire but, unfortunately, just for the size of facility and how quickly the fire spread, the fire department wasn’t able to do anything more than sort of monitor the situation and unfortunately
the barn was completely destroyed,” Smit said.
The barn was one of the first few barns built in the are and housed pigs of various ages and sizes. An investigation of the blaze is currently underway by fire services.
“It is too early to tell the cause of the fire at this point and once our investigator and insurance is completed we will be able to start up the cleanup process and make a plan to move forward,” said Smit.
Olymel has a second barn and feed mill nearby that were not affected by the fire.
The Preeceville Pats and the Foam Lake Flyers faced off in the second round of U18 provincial playoffs that ended with Preeceville advancing to the next round. The time, dates and who they play in the third round had not been announced at press time.
The Pats traveled to Foam Lake on Feb. 8 to open the second round of provincial play. The final score was 7-4 for Preeceville. The win propelled the team to its second game in Preeceville were the Pats dominated and ended the two-game series with a 9-1 win on Feb. 12.
Among the goal scorers for Preeceville on Feb. 8 were: Tomas Hauber (three), Kaiden Masley, Wyatt Wolkowski, Brody Shankowsky and Trae Peterson. Assists were made by Zander Purdy, Spencer Leech, Kaiden Masley, Bryker Smith, Mason Babiuk and Tomas
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On Feb. 12 the goal scorers for the Pats included: Hudsyn Nelson (three), Briel Beblow (two), Bryker Smith (two), Bronson Heshka and Trae Peterson. Assists were by Cole Masley, Briel Beblow, Tomas Hauber, Zander Purdy, Spencer Leech and Mason Babiuk.
Preeceville was to begin league payoffs on Feb. 16 against Melville with the first game in Preeceville. The return game is set for Melville on Feb. 27.
The Town of Preeceville council met for its regular meeting on Jan. 19 with many important topics up for discussion. Reports filed and acknowledged were from the Mayor, Chief Administrator, Foreman, Bylaw Officer and the Community Development and Recreation coordinator.
A request was sent by council to the Minister
of Health, Paul Merriman and the Minister of Rural and Remote Heath, Everett Hindley to request a meeting regarding health care services in the community.
Councillors Welma Bartel, Darin Newton, Ralph Ager and Sheldon Luciw were appointed to the Human Resources committee.
The Chief Administrator, Lorelei
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Amanda Masley, TreasurerKarcha and Tammy Descalchuk were authorized to attend the UMAAS Municipal Government and Practices Workshop that was held in Kelvington.
Council voted on and declined the motion that the property owner of 514 Third Avenue NE be charged 50 per cent of the cost for the Sewer Assessment in the amount of $4,992.
Employee wages were approved.
The town approved the renewal of the general insurance. SUMA memberships and the membership for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities were also renewed.
Council approved for councillors Jesse Nelson, Sheldon Luciw, Darin Newton and Welma
Bartel to attend the Saskatchewan Urban Municipality Association convention.
The lease agreement between the town and Preeceville Nursery School for rental of the east half of the Main Level Area and adjacent washroom facilities at the Preeceville Recreation Centre was approved. Council donated $1,000 towards the Rough Rider Snowmobile Club.
The town sponsored $160 to the Community Safety Net for the Fire Safety family resource booklets that will be distributed in Preeceville in conjunction with the Fire Department to help them educate and protect youth.
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Bingo winners for Feb. 14 were: Denise Barabonoff, James Hathor (three), Rosalia Parlby, Howard Brass, Helen Tymryk, Keyla Korchinski, Bev
Kopeck, Olga Wasylyniuk (three), Suzy Jolson, Ann Antoniuk, Sonia Severight (two), Vicky Tanton, Leona Kowalchuk, Eleanor Brazeau, Monica Wood (two), and Sheila McLeod.
The Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to 34 calls from Feb. 9 to Feb. 15, some of which included: four 911 calls, one assault with a weapon, one breach of peace, four break-and-enter calls, one Child Welfare Act call, two Coroners Act calls, one failure to comply with probation order, one Fire Prevention Act Call, one fraud, three Mental Health Act calls, two mischiefs, two other provincial calls, one suspicious person, one theft, four traffic offenses, two uttering threats, and two wellbeing checks.
Multiple drug overdoses
Saskatchewan RCMP is warning the public of the presence of dangerous illicit drugs in the south and southeast areas of Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan RCMP officers responded to three fatal overdoses involving suspected methamphetamine or fentanyl in the past week.
• On Feb. 9, Assiniboia RCMP responded to a report of an unresponsive man found in a residence
in Assiniboia. EMS declared the 21-year-old man deceased at the scene. Police officers found crystals and an off-white powder at the scene suspected to be methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl.
• On Feb. 13 Moosomin RCMP responded to a report of an unresponsive man found in a hotel room in Moosomin. EMS and police officers attempted CPR but the 22-year-old man was declared deceased at the scene. Police officers found a lightcoloured powder at the scene suspected to contain methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl.
• On Feb. 14, Canora/ Sturgis RCMP responded to a report of an unresponsive woman found outside a residence in Preeceville. The 50-yearold female was taken to the Preeceville Hospital by EMS where she was pronounced deceased. Police officers found a white powder at the scene suspected to contain methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl.
Through police investigation, the illicit drugs suspected to have been consumed prior to the
three fatal overdoses are believed to be methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl made available to the public in a powder form.
Autopsies and toxicology analyses will be performed by the Saskatchewan Coroners Service to confirm the nature and role of the illicit drugs in the suspected overdoses.
Saskatchewan RCMP is urging the public who consumes illicit drugs to take special precautions when using:
• Never use alone;
• Let someone you trust know of your plans to use;
• Always carry a Naloxone kit. They are available free of charge at many locations in the province, and
• Call 911 if you suspect an overdose is occurring.
For more information on ways to protect yourself, or someone you know, when using illicit drugs, read the article available online, Saskatchewan RCMP renews warnings about the dangers of illicit drugs after recent overdoses.
Shoplifter investigation
On Feb. 9, the Canora/
Sturgis RCMP received a report of shoplifting at the Sturgis Co-op. On two occasions a male entered the store and stole a bottle of vodka and returned for a can of butane. Police have identified a suspect and continue to investigate.
In need of medical care
The Canora/Sturgis
RCMP received a call on Feb. 9 from a male in Sturgis. The male reported hearing people walking on his roof and around the house. Police attended the complaint and determined the male required medical attention and took him to the hospital.
Unwanted visitor
The Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to a report of an unwanted person at a residence in Canora on Feb. 10. Police attended and arrested an intoxicated female who had walked into the residence and fell asleep on the couch.
On Feb. 11, the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP were dispatched to a weapons complaint in Preeceville. A male had threatened two people inside a home with a knife. The male was held down and the
knife was taken away from him. The male was charged with assault with a weapon.
Pig barn fire
The Canora/Sturgis
RCMP were dispatched on Feb. 12 to a pig barn fire in the RM of Preeceville. The building burned to the ground. Approximately 10,000 pigs died in the fire. The Canora/Sturgis
RCMP are assisting the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency with the investigation.
Concerned mother
The Canora/Sturgis
RCMP received a phone call from a female wanting to report her adult daughter for drinking alcohol on Feb. 13. Police determined no offence occurred and further police involvement was not required.
False alarm
On Feb. 14, the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP were dispatched to a possible break-and-enter in progress at a residence in Preeceville. Police attended and determined no break-and-enter occurred. The suspicious behaviour observed was a resident of the home using a flashlight when leaving for
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Mitsuing, a member of Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation in Saskatchewan, played a key role at the Super Bowl, the National Football League’s championship final.
No, Mitsuing did not suit up for either of the competing teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. Instead, Mitsuing was the only Indigenous performer from Canada dancing outside the Super Bowl venue, State Farm Stadium, welcoming the 70,000 fans who attended the match, held Feb. 12 in the Arizona city of Glendale.
Mitsuing, who is a world champion powwow dancer, performed in three half-hour shows prior to the game, in which the Kansas City team rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit to register a 38-35 victory in the contest.
Mitsuing, who is 38,
was provided with a ticket to watch the NFL’s showcase match from a seat that was close to the field.
“Before the game I went online and I saw the seat that I was sitting in was going for like $8,000 (US),” Mitsuing told Windspeaker.com in a Monday morning phone interview. “I just got to experience all that for free.”
Mitsuing was asked about six weeks ago if he would be interested in the Super Bowl gig. NFL reps contacted Indigenous Enterprise, a dance troupe of powwow dancers, to recommend some performers.
Mitsuing was thrilled he was asked to be part of Sunday’s performances.
“The whole experience was super insane, something I never could have imagined,” he said.
Mitsuing is known for the high-energy men’s fancy dance.
Mitsuing performed the shows with two Native American dancers from the United States.
Though he thoroughly enjoyed the experience,
Mitsuing said he did not become a football convert, never having been a football fan in the past.
“I’ll go back to Canada and I’ll never watch football again,” he said. “But it was just so cool to be a part of this.”
Mitsuing was pleased NFL officials chose to include Indigenous dancers in Sunday’s pre-game celebrations.
“It is such a big, big organization,” he said of the league. “Their voice reaches a lot of people
throughout the world. Seeing what they’re doing to recognize Indigenous people is a really, really big deal.”
Prior to performances at the Super Bowl, Mitsuing said one of the highlights of his career was dancing at the New Orleans Jazz Festival in 2019.
Mitsuing has also performed numerous times at the Gathering of Nations, the largest powwow in North America, which is held each April
work in the morning.
Drug-related death
The Canora/Sturgis RCMP were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive female found outside a residence in Preeceville on Feb. 14. The female was taken to the Preeceville Hospital by EMS where she was pronounced deceased. Pending final results of an autopsy and toxicology, preliminary indication is that methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl is a contributing factor.
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If you have any information about these or any other crimes, or any substances involved in these incidents, please contact the Canora RCMP at 306563-4700, or you can also report anonymously via Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Call the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment Turn In Poachers & Polluters (TIPP) Line, tollfree, at 1-800-667-7561 or #5555 from a SaskTel cellphone (phone calls only, no text messages).
in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Though he had limited knowledge of the two Super Bowl teams in the championship, Mitsuing said he opted to cheer for the Chiefs during the game.
The Kansas City club, which trailed 24-14 at halftime, managed to pull out the victory. Chiefs’ kicker Harrison Butker scored the gamewinning field goal from 27 yards out with a mere eight seconds remaining in the match.
Mitsuing said he was aware of another group of Native people protesting outside of the facility on Sunday.
Native American advocates were hoping to
draw attention to the fact they want the Kansas City franchise to change its moniker of Chiefs. The protesters also want the squad to change their logo and put a stop to the war chant and tomahawk chop gestures regularly performed by the team’s fans.
“I totally support what they’re fighting for,” Mitsuing said of the protesters’ purpose.
“In my honest opinion, I think every organization that has an Indigenous mascot should change their name.”
Mitsuing, who now lives in the Alberta town of Sylvan Lake, was expected to return to his home on Monday.
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The Preeceville School Grade 6 students collected old SaskTel phonebooks for the SaskTel book exchange. SaskTel’s commitment to protect the environment included a province-wide program to recycle telephone books.
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The Sturgis Walking Program held at the Sturgis Elementary School was held twice a week and encouraged everyone to get healthier and feel good about themselves.
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The United Church Players had casted actors and set the stage for its annual play scheduled to be performed in three communities over the course of three days. Practice began on the production called, Bachelor King with Hazel Urbanoski as producer and Trina Wardle as director.
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The Preeceville Trinity United Church celebrated Shrove Tuesday with a pancake supper. The men of the congregation prepared, cooked and served the supper that featured pancakes, sausages, ham, refreshments and jellied desserts.
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Andrew Meroniuk of Sturgis released his first CD which included some original music. *****
The Ukrainian Catholic Churches in the area celebrated their 100th anniversary.
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The Bob Lebo rink of Alan Bodnar, William Russell and Glenda Jeffreys won the Endeavour Open bonspiel that had 14 rinks entered.
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The Preeceville Peewee hockey team ended its provincial run with a loss to Wynard.
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The Parkland Music Festival announced its three adjudicators for the festival that was scheduled to be held in Preeceville and Sturgis.
When we think of Saskatchewan farms we tend to hold pictures of fields of wheat or canola, or maybe a pasture dotted with cattle, as images in our mind.
While those are certainly part of a Saskatchewan farm, another image might well be a wetland slough with swimming ducks.
Sloughs and wetlands have of course been part of the farm landscape from day one, areas normally too wet to allow for crop production, so left to nature.
Of course, through the decades farmer ingenuity and better equipment has allowed many wetlands to be drained so they can be productive acres for crop.
That reality is very much a good news/bad news one.
It can be good in terms of the individual farmer adding a few acres and not having to manoeuvre ever-larger equipment
CALVIN DANIELSaround sloughs. Yet there could also be negative consequences. For example, “wetlands help mitigate the extremes of flooding or drought, and they store carbon by helping remove sediments, impurities, excess nutrients and bacteria, cleansing waters used for cooking, bathing and quenching thirst,” noted the Nature Conservancy of Canada in 2016. “Over two-thirds of Canadians get their drinking water from lakes, rivers and reservoirs, and the quality of that water depends on watershed health and functioning wetlands. Like giant sponges, wetlands absorb, filter and
replenish water as well as buffer our communities from climatic extremes.”
Wetlands are also an important ecosystem.
“Wetlands are also key nesting and feeding grounds for many migratory bird species including waterfowl and shorebirds, and they are nursery habitat for amphibians and fish, as well. At least one-half of our wildlife species rely on wetlands for part of their lifecycle,” reported the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
So it’s not surprising that World Wetlands Day (WWD) is celebrated each year, to mark the day when the Convention on
Wetlands was adopted in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. The Convention is an international government agreement acknowledging the importance of wetlands and plays a central role in the wise use and conservation of these critical ecosystems.
The importance of a wetland extends far beyond the small piece of land owned by a farmer where it exists.
So perhaps draining the slough is a positive for a farmer, but less so for the broader community.
If that is indeed the case, should a farmer hold those acres out of production for the broader good, at his cost?
That doesn’t seem particularly reasonable but is generally the case, which makes one wonder if it’s not time for tax concessions, or outright annual grants, to make it a good business decision for farmers to maintain wetlands?
The days are noticeably longer now It’s great to see, makes us feel like spring is truly on the way.
After we were chatting the other day about green and orange gardens, it made me think of an interesting planting method that we should revisit, and keep in mind as we might be ordering garden seeds.
What is that saying? “Everything old is new again?” It probably applies to many things like fashions, ideas, hairstyles, and yes, even gardening!
Have you ever heard of “three sisters gardening?” It is an ancient tradition, started by Indigenous peoples across North America, of inter-planting three companion plants: corn, beans and squash. The seeds are planted together, and the three plants all help each other as they grow: the corn gives support for the climbing beans. The beans set nitrogen in the soil to help the other plants and help to anchor the corn. And the squash shades the soil, helping to conserve moisture and keep down weed growth. These three plants also complement each other in a nutritional sense, because with these plants, all dietary requirements would be met, and people would not starve.
Isn’t that amazing? And if we could magically look ahead to these plants in mid-season, it would be astonishing to see how well all of them are doing. The corn can easily support the climbing beans, and the squash would
likely be lush and sprawling at the base of the corn.
Since seeing this, I’ve done some reading about this method of planting, and one article said that you could even do this in a large container, like a half barrel. It suggested planting three corn seeds, two bean seeds, and one mini-pumpkin seed. (Although I’m sure you could plant a zucchini or other squash if you wanted.) As long as the container gets at least six hours of sun each day, you’re one your way!
And as for the name “three sisters planting,” I read that the wellbeing of each crop is protected by one of the Three Sister spirits. These plants are considered the sustainers of life, and that’s why grouping them together is called Three Sisters Planting. So now we know.
This is a fine example of companion planting.
Companion planting is not only planting a mix of plants, including flowers, to help give us a healthier garden, but it is also being aware that certain plants do better with certain neighbours. Keeping this in mind at planting season might help the productivity of our gardens. Some plants keep bugs away from other plants; and because plants have different requirements from the soil, one might need more of something and another plant may need less. Some plants provide support or shelter for other plants, and some plants with large root systems may help to loosen the soil and draw up nutrients for plants with shallower roots.
Here are some examples: marigolds are good neighbours to almost everyone in the garden, and tomatoes love them because they keep nematodes from the roots. Nasturtiums help keep aphids away from plants. Dill will protect tomatoes from hornworm. Sage may help keep the cabbage moths away. It’s good for us to have a row of zinnias in the garden, not only for lovely cutting flowers, but also to help bring the beneficial ladybugs to the garden.
Companion planting is making the best use of various plant characteristics, resulting in a diverse and healthy garden!
Do some homework about companion planting for this year, and have a lovely week.
Day 1. I seem to be suffering from writer’s block.
After a hearty breakfast that my Marion served me, I plunked myself in front of my PC. I read all the Norwegian as well as our Canadian papers online, just to try to stay current with the Ukrainian war. Most of the other European countries as well as the U.S. and Canada are supporting Ukraine with war materials and technologies.
All this news is rumbling around in my brain causing my current writer’s block. I prefer my stories to be humorous or at least drawing a smile or two, but it is hard to be upbeat when we have the threat
of a world war. So, I just sit and stare at the screen as if willing a story to appear all by itself, but it doesn’t happen and then the dog wants out. I have barely sat down at my desk again before the dog wants back in.
I think Lady suffers from a weak bladder due to her old age, so the out and back in again repeats itself many, many times over throughout the day.
I sit back in front of my PC, but I get no inspiration for another story, instead I start playing solitaire online just to make Marion believe that I’m engrossed in writing a funny story. Then I check out Facebook to see if I can get some
inspiration from any of the postings there, but no, that doesn’t happen either. Then I realize that I’m in my wonder years. I wonder how I got this old. When I go to bed, I wonder if I’ll wake up in the morning. We’re planning a shopping trip to Battleford, and I wonder where the car keys are. I might find myself in front of the refrigerator
wondering what I’m doing there. I wonder.…. Day 2. Here I am again after a good breakfast, enjoying a cup of tea while staring at the screen on my PC wondering what I should write about. A faint image of me appears on the blank screen, I wonder if it is my late twin brother haunting me in an effort to make me write something.
I take a closer look and realize that it is only a reflection of my face. Nothing comes to mind worth writing a story about, so I’ll rely on my old friends Ole and Sven.
Ole and Sven were at Moe’s Bottoms Up Bar and Grille enjoying Moe’s version of liver and onions, accompanied by shots of Akevitt and Moe’s special lager.
“You know,” said Ole, “a short nap once in a while can prevent old age.”
“Yes I know,” replied Sven, “especially while napping when you drive off a cliff!”
“My old friend Knut stopped by the other day,”
said Sven. “He is 86 years old, and he told me that he was engaged and planning to get married again.”
“Wow!” exclaimed Ole, “who is the lucky gal?”
“His fiancé is Greta” said Sven, “a shapely 34-yearold blonde with lots of energy.”
“I met her once,” said Ole, “she seemed to be a nice gal.”
“I cautioned him,” said Sven, “about the health hazard involved, as the exertion of amour could prove fatal!”
“What was Knut’s reaction to that?” asked Ole.
“Knut said that it is a chance he’ll have to take, if she dies, she dies.”
RELATIONS
From Jan. 30 to Feb. 5, a total of 5,802 reports were received within the Saskatchewan RCMP jurisdiction. Calls included: 40 impaired drivers, one homicide, 16 sexual assaults, 17 sexual crimes, 394 other assaults, 82 break-andenters, 177 thefts, 433 mischiefs, 198 traffic collisions, two dangerous driving incidents, and one fatal collision.
Handgun seized
On Feb. 1, Stanley Mission RCMP were assisting a partner agency at a residence in Stanley Mission. Officers located and seized a handgun with its serial number removed, a bag of cannabis and a sum of cash. As a result of continued investigation, La Ronge RCMP’s General Investigation Section executed a search warrant at the residence later that day. Officers located and seized approximately 72 grams of crack cocaine, packaged into individual baggies.
Three individuals were arrested at the residence, and each charged with: possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, unauthorized possession of a firearm, unsafe storage of a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous
purpose, and possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number.
Child death, charges laid
Punnichy RCMP received a report of an injured individual at a residence on George Gordon First Nation on Feb. 2 at approximately 11:45 p.m.
Officers immediately responded and located an injured male child. He was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a child under 10 from George Gordon First Nation. His family has been notified and our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.
As a result of investigation, Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes have charged a male youth with one count, manslaughter with firearm. He can’t be identified as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Fatal collision
La Loche RCMP received a report on Feb. 1 of a collision on Highway 955, north of La Loche.
Initial investigation determined two pickup trucks collided.
The driver of one of the trucks was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. She has been identified as a 31-year-old female from La Loche. Her family has been notified. There
were three passengers in that truck, who were taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. The driver and sole occupant of the other truck was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
La Loche RCMP continue to investigate with the assistance of a Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist.
Firearm injury
On Feb. 3 at approximately 6:15 a.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of an injured individual at a residence on the 1200 block of 108th Street in North Battleford.
Officers immediately responded and located an injured adult male. He was transported to hospital with injuries described as serious. Initial investigation determined two armed individuals entered the residence. A firearm was discharged and the male was injured. The individuals, who were described as wearing red bandannas, then left the residence.
Battlefords RCMP is actively investigating this incident with the assistance of Saskatchewan RCMP Forensic Identification Services.
Property crime arrests
Just before 5 p.m. on Feb. 3, Meadow Lake
RCMP received a report of a break-in at a residence in Meadow Lake. Investigation determined the homeowner heard a noise and discovered an unknown male in their residence. The male fled in a vehicle.
Officers immediately responded, located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, and arrested the male. They located and seized a large number of items including: sporting goods, collectables and electronics suspected to be stolen. Further investigation determined the vehicle the man was driving had been reported as stolen in Edmonton on Feb. 1.
As a result of investigation, a 35-year-old man from Cold Lake is charged with: breakand-enter, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, failure to comply with release order condition, and possession of breakin instruments.
Officers continue to investigate the origins of the recovered items.
In a second property crime investigation, on Feb. 3 Meadow Lake RCMP received a report of a robbery at a residence in Meadow Lake. Investigation determined a group of males approached a residence. One of them pointed a firearm at the residence
and demanded an item from the occupants. The males then left in a vehicle. Investigators do not believe this incident was random in nature.
Meadow Lake RCMP immediately began searching for the suspects and located the vehicle at a residence in Meadow Lake. A firearm was located at the scene and three males were arrested at the residence. A search warrant was then executed with the assistance of the Saskatchewan RCMP Crime Reduction Team. Officers located and seized the stolen property obtained during the robbery, a second firearm and other weapons were located and seized.
A 32-year-old male, 22-year-old male and a 25-year-old male from Meadow Lake are each charged with: robbery with firearm, possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose, possession of firearm without a license, possession of a firearm with defaced serial number, and resisting arrest.
The 25-year-old is also charged with unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possession of firearm contrary to order.
Meadow Lake RCMP continues to investigate.
Fatal snowmobile collision
Smeaton RCMP
received a report at approximately 2:45 a.m. on Feb. 5 of a single snowmobile collision near Fairway Drive in Candle Lake. The adult male driver and sole occupant on the snowmobile was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a 34-year-old male from Martensville. His family has been notified. Smeaton RCMP continues to investigate in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Coroners Service.
Report tips and information
If you have information about any of the above crimes, or other criminal activity, please report it to your nearest RCMP Detachment or police service, call 310RCMP in non-emergencies, 911 in emergencies. Information can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com. Report some complaints such as damage/ mischief to property under $5,000, theft of bicycle under $5,000, theft under $5,000, theft from vehicle under $5,000, lost or found property, and damage/mischief to vehicle under $5,000 online here: https://ocresielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ saskatchewan/en.
The Water Security Agency (WSA) is once again preparing to undertake snow water equivalent sampling to help create a complete picture of the spring runoff potential for Saskatchewan.
“To ensure the province’s water needs for
communities, farmers and ranchers, industry and recreation users, the Water Security Agency manages the province’s water supply year-round,” Minister
Responsible for WSA
Jeremy Cockrill said in a release. “That’s why every February, as part of
our regular monitoring, WSA personnel gather snowpack data to help fill in other data gathered from other monitoring sites.”
WSA staff will be in the field at over a hundred sites later this month, carrying out snow surveys to help
forecast the runoff potential, providing information on water supply and flood risks. Much of Saskatchewan’s runoff comes from snowmelt, so these surveys are a key piece of information for forecasters.
WSA staff will collect a column of snowpack
using a graduated tube, weigh the samples and then calculate the average snow-to-water equivalency for that area. Surveys from across the province contribute to the runoff potential map released every spring. Gathering and publishing this
information helps municipalities, producers, industry and other users plan ahead.
This annual process is one of the many ways WSA manages Saskatchewan’s water resources to improve our quality of life every day, concluded the release.
The Preeceville School hosted the junior girls basketball conference finals where Preececville and Sturgis faced off on February 14. The Preeceville junior team won first with Sturgis placing second.
“Play-offs for our conference began Monday, Feb. 13, with Norquay hosting the event. The Preeceville girls were ranked first in the conference. Preeceville played Kamsack in Norquay on Monday night and defeated them and beat Sturgis on February 14 to earn first place in Conference A. Preeceville and Sturgis advance to the district tournament in Melville on March 3-4,” said Arlene Prestie, coach for Preeceville.
Members of the Preeceville junior girls basketball team from left, were: (back row) Maggie Bartel, Tess Covlin, Maggie Ivanochko, Claire Masko and Olivia Ivanochko; (middle) Izzy Payette, Sarah Masko, Amber Spray and Lexi Prouse; and (front) Kacey Heskin, Mackenna Firman, Trinity Petras, Dexter Penner and Ireland Zuk.
The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM), alongside their member RMs, share concerns over the ongoing lack of rural health care support, job retention, recruitment, and operating facilities.
“Our health care system is under an immense
strain following the pandemic and rural Saskatchewan is feeling concerned about every facet of the flow of health care services in rural areas. Service disruptions and aging facilities, alongside the ongoing struggle to recruit and retain critical health care
staff, are ultimately leading to closures. Many without reopening dates are becoming all too common in our communities,” said Ray Orb, president of SARM, in a release.
The competition to attract and retain qualified medical professionals is particularly fierce. As the
pressure on urban health care facilities increases, there is an equally dire need to support, maintain, and grow rural health care programs.
SARM wants to encourage young families, and industries, to put down rural roots across the province, but can’t showcase health services as a reliable resource outside of urban centers.
SARM wants to do everything possible to support provincial initiatives to recruit and retain qualified health care professionals in rural Saskatchewan. “We call for more opportunities for youth to aspire to stay in our RMs and have a fulfilling career in health care, we believe our next generation of service workers are in our own backyard. We should start the recruitment process in high school with educational opportunities geared towards Saskatchewan youth, which ends with employment based in their home communities,” said Ray
Orb, president of SARM. We must see post-secondary investment, so youth can have the opportunity to stay closer to home, plant roots, and receive the education they need to be successful in their chosen health care profession, with the incentives to consider rural work immediately following, continued the release. Our provincial government is on the right track with their recent announcement of expanding opportunities for health care training, however, physicians are notably absent from the high-priority classification lists for rural Saskatchewan. That’s a miss for our members in large.
Where is the plan to expand announced urban urgent care facilities to rural areas of the province desperate for consistent, modernized, healthcare?
“Without adding health care facilities, we are asking residents to disrupt not just their afternoon for appointments,
but sometimes days. We want our rural families to feel less burdened to travel extensive distances for medical care, not only for specialists but for basic family medicine. For many living in rural communities, they can’t make it work because of the additional burden of costs incurred like missed work, fuel, food, and accommodations while they are away.” said Orb.
SARM is asking to be part of the rural health care conversation. It will take a collaborative partnership with the government, along with health care partners, to create a wholesome, informed, and triaged approach to ensure the people living in rural Saskatchewan receive the health service and care they deserve. If we can begin to integrate modalities such as paramedicine, nurse practitioners, and virtual appointments, we can begin to see our rural health care facilities be utilize their full potential, concluded the release.
After a three-year absence due to COVID-19 restrictions, the annual
Stenen Open Bonspiel was once again contested from Jan. 29 to Feb.
5. According to Elenore Prekaski, Stenen Recreation Board Secretary, a total of 18
The community of Sturgis Curling rink was a busy hub-bub with its second bonspiel of the season. The two-on-two bonspiel attracted 15 teams from Feb. 12-15.
Teams consisted of Dale Bashforth and Jody Bashforth, Kirby Mirva and Daniel Mirva, Sharon Thompson and Sharon Draper, Trent Prekaski and Don Koroluk, Bob Lebo and Glenda Jeffrey, Michael Doogan and Dwayne Karcha, Ivan Peterson and Graham
Rupchan, Trae Peterson and Cory Babiuk, Alex Barsby and Caleb Holoniuk, Skylar Ryczak and Wyatt Mastrachuk, Bracyn Konkel and Parker
Ryczak, Kristen and Conrad Peterson, Kelsey Newman and Taylor
Burym, Mason Babiuk and Kaiden Masley. and Cole Masley and Bryker Smith. There were cash payouts for ends won and for games won.
A Valentines steak supper was held on Feb. 14 with over 100 plated sold.
rinks participated.
“Our small community of 89 resident came together to put on a very successfully bonspiel with teams participating from Stenen and surrounding areas.”
The first event winners were the team skipped by Tim Olson of Preeceville. Other team members were: Jess Olson (third), Craig Folk (second) and Denise Olson (lead).
In the second event, Danbury’s foursome
skipped by Kirby Mirva finished in first place. Rounding out the team were: Tyler Doherty (third), Brian Storoschuk (second) and Kolby Holodniuk (lead).
The rink skipped by Terry Dennis of Crystal Lake came in at the top of the heap in the third event. Dennis was joined by teammates Lorri Dennis (third), Cal Statchuk (second) and Lynda Statchuk (lead).
“The bonspiel could not have been made possible
without the dedicated volunteers who help make our natural ice, make perogies and fry hamburgers, donate soup, pies, salads and desserts and of course donate their valuable time to work at the rink and also the hall for our banquet and live auction,” continued Elenore Prekaski.
“Many people attended nightly to enjoy our delicious and inexpensive food and watch their favorite teams curl.”
The Sturgis senior boys curling team captured the silver medal for their second place win at Districts held at Yorkton on Feb. 10 and 11.
Team member were, Skylar Ryczak, skip, Kaiden Masley, third, Mason Babiuk second, and Cole Masley and Wyatt Mastrachuk, leads.
Cory Babiuk and Kristen Peterson were the coaches.
“Sturgis played its first game against Yorkton Sacred Heart and walked away with the win . Next was overcoming Yorkton Regional but unfortunately, we came up a little short for our first loss. Sturgis went on to defeat Norquay and Esterhazy. An extra end was needed
to defeat Esterhazy. In the final match for the gold medal we would face Yorkton Regional. We came up short again for the silver,” said Kristen Peterson, coach.
The team earned the privilege to now move on to Regional play at Lampman on March 2-4. Both Sturgis and Yorkton Regional qualified for Regionals.
A 100-year run for a family business is something that’s rare to see.
But the Witwicki name and Canora Auto Electric have become well-known and relied upon in Canora and area for more than a century.
Andrew Witwicki, Al’s grandfather, was born in Poland in 1897. His parents immigrated to Winnipeg and he later moved to Canora in search of a new life.
Witwicki came to Canora in 1921 and started a small business repairing starters and generators. He hired Emil Parsons to help with the work at the beginning.
In order to build the business, Witwicki started with a few parts, loaded them up and headed out on several different routes, including east into Manitoba, selling what he had with him and taking orders as he went. Parts were ordered from Toronto and New York, and came COD (Cash On Delivery) by train. He would get enough money together from his trips to pay for some of the parts at the CN freight office.
They let him take what he could pay for and off he went again, usually driving a 1938 International panel truck on another route
to drop off parts and take more orders.
“Andrew was known for smoking a big cigar and having a shot of Scotch or homebrew in the back for customers,” said Al. “He played piano and violin, he was a real musician.”
Andrew Witwicki established the business on Nov. 2. 1925 with his brother-in-law Andrew Rewucki. They acquired a Ford franchise, and sold and repaired all vehicles. The Ford dealership only lasted for six years. Although they were outselling most dealers in Saskatchewan, Ford pulled it.
Rewucki left for Winnipeg to start Eastern Chrysler in 1930. Andrew then acquired an Essex, Hudson, Oliver, and later an International dealership.
In addition to being a leader in the business community, Andrew was community-minded. In 1934, he was elected to town council and served on council for eight years until 1941. During that time, the new Canora Town Hall was built in 1938. The mayor at that time was James Parker. Al Witwicki still lives on Parker Crescent, which was named after that mayor.
An addition was built
on to the original Canora Auto Electric building during the ’50s.
“Grandpa had a strong spirit, work ethic, and drive to make his vision for the business into a reality.”
He built a customer base from as far away as Hudson Bay, Yorkton, and even into Manitoba.
Al’s father Michael
spent most of his time working for his father at the business while he was growing up, and officially became part owner in 1950.
“I remember going to Invermay on one of those sales trips with Grandpa when I was really young,” said Al.
In 1956, Andrew made the change to a VW van, the first one in Saskatchewan according to Al,, and used it until 1976 when it was sold.
In addition to stocking new parts, Canora Auto Electric became well known for having hard-to-find parts available from as far back as the 1940s.
The Canora Auto Electric building is presently at the same location as where it all started in the 1920s.
Al said he never seriously considered any other career, and worked for his father and grandfather through high school, graduating in 1970.
“I grew up in that place.”
The original Canora Auto Electric building went up in flames on Ukrainian Christmas Eve in Jan. 1970, when Al was in Grade 12.
Local firefighters battled the blaze in -30°C cold, but the building had to be torn down.
Al said this could have been the end of Canora Auto Electric, if not for the generosity of a fellow local businessman.
“The business was
moved to the old bottling plant owned by Mert Ochitwa,” recalled Al. “He allowed us to use the building until we got a new one built.”
Canora Auto Electric moved into its current building in November 1970.
The business has had as many as nine employees at a time. In 1998, Mike’s sons Al and Charles assumed ownership of the business.
Over the years, the Witwicki family and their employees developed contacts all over Canada and the United States, making it easier to find parts that their customers were looking for.
“We have always taken pride in finding parts and services that were hard to find,” said Al.
One of the most important reasons behind their success is learning to deal with people.
“It’s give and take, just like being married,” said Al with a smile.
“Keep smiling, you have to learn to accept people as they are. You can usually reason with people.”
Over a century of doing business, Al said they learned to evolve according to the changing needs of their customers and diversify their stock. For instance, in the 1970s it was necessary to have a large inventory of parts for those who rebuilt their own engines.
“When the need for engine parts slowed, the
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GREGORY, Janet Louise
1947 - 2023, The family of Janet Gregory of Kelowna, BC is saddened to announce her passing. She passed away with her family by her side after a valiant effort. She is remembered and sadly missed by her husband, Robert; children, Jodi Gregory (Darryl Chernyk) of Richmond, BC and Tyler Gregory of Peterborough, ON; grandchildren, Joshua and Henry Gregory; siblings, Susan (Jim) Elder of Kelowna, BC, Barbara Coleman of Calgary, AB, Jeff (Joan) Steabner of Calgary, AB, and Neil Steabner of Saskatoon, SK.Janet is sadly predeceased by her parents, Jules and Marcelle Steabner. Janet never lost her sense of humour. She fought hard and faced many challenges with such bravery. She was an exquisite sewer, loved to play cards (and rarely lost!) and loved to garden. Some of her happiest times were gardening with her husband, Bob, at their home in Penticton. She also loved camping and being outdoors as much as possible. A Memorial Gathering will be held in the summer of 2023. In lieu of other tributes, please consider making a donation in Janet’s memory to Ovarian Cancer Canada at: https://ovariancanada.org. To send condolences please visit www.providencefuneralhomes.com.
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Kardynal, William ‘Bill’ - With great sadness, the family of the late Bill Kardynal announce his passing at the Preeceville & District Health Centre - Long Term Care Unit, Preeceville, SK, on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at the age of 94 years. Bill was born on the family farm in the Stenen District on July 10, 1928. There were 5 boys and 5 girls born to Wasyl and Eva (nee Strykowski) Kardynal. Bill was the oldest boy. He went to Goodhue School, which was 1 1/2 miles south of the farm. Their mare, Fanny, pulled them to school on a toboggan because there were too many of them to ride her. As a young man, Bill helped on the family farm. He was just 10 years old when he started working with horses. They had 10 Percheron horses and a pair of mules. In 1944, the family bought a Model D John Deere tractor. In 1946, Bill started working, near Preeceville, on a farm owned by Myran Feeley and his uncle Steve Kardynal. It was a large mixed farm operation and for 5 years Bill was the horse man. In 1952, he met Stella Lisecki from the Tadmore area at a dance. A tall guy and a tall girl! They were married on November 16, 1952, and had recently celebrated 70 years of marriage. They were blessed with two boys, Ben and Bob. Bill and Stella moved 3 miles east to their own º section in 1955. They ran a mixed farm which always included a few light horses and a large garden with flowerbeds. Three more quarters of land were added in later years. In 1997, they retired to their present home in Preeceville. Bill was a self-taught carpenter. On their home place, he built a brooder house, garage, 3 compartment granary, house, barn and a very sturdy stock corral. The large posts were all hand dug through his talents learnt digging telephone poles. Bill and Stella enjoyed travelling and sightseeing putting 3 motorhomes to good use. He loved playing horseshoes with friends, curling, seniors’ slo-pitch, pattern dancing, bowling, shuffleboard, playing cards and trail riding with his horses: Dusty, Beauty, and Little Birdie. Summertime always included sports days with horse races and rodeos. Sundays were spent at Crystal Lake on Black’s Side. Bill’s life was enriched by family gatherings and visiting with neighbours. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Wasyl and Eva; parents-in-law, Stanley and Katie Lisecki; sisters: Ann Kozmeniuk, Mary Nelson, and Kay Kindratsky; brothers: Mike, Joe, and Johnny; sisters-in-law, Anne Kardynal and Rose Kardynal; and brothers-inlaw: Pete Kozmeniuk, Fred Nelson, Tony Kindratsky, Ed Kaminski, George Kozmanuk, Carl Lisecki, and Kasmir Lisecki. He is survived by his wife, Stella; sons, Ben (Gina), Bob (Karen); grandchildren: Crystal, Jennifer, Amy, Pam, Cheryl and Ryan; great-grandchildren: William, Brooke, and Anthony; sisters, Mable Kaminski and Carol (Art) Herman; brother, Steve Kardynal; sisters-in-law, June Kardynal, Diane Kardynal, and Rose Kozmanuk; and brothers-in-law, Victor (Evelyn) Lisecki and Amol (Safeta) Lisecki; as well as 14 nieces, 15 nephews, and friends all of whom have played important roles in Bill’s long life. In Bill’s honour, a Funeral Service was held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 17, 2023, from the Trinity United Church, Preeceville, SK, with Lynn Larson officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery, Canora, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Trinity United Church, as tokens of remembrance in memory of Bill Kardynal. Family and friends are also invited to sign an online guestbook at www.lesonsfuneralhome.ca. Arrangements were entrusted to LESON’S FUNERAL HOME, Canora.
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February 28, 1974Cynthia Milette was crowned the Preeceville Lions Club winter carnival.
queen. February 6, 1975- Paul and Doreen Karcha of
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February 6, 1975- The Brian Peterson rink of Sturgis were winners of the Saskatchewan Men’s
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March 7, 1974- The community of Hazel Del hosted its annual Husky Days,
February 2 8 , 1974-The Passing of Tine was the theme of the Preeceville Figure Skating Clubs annual winter carnival. From left, were: Melissa Milette, Kim Kateryniuk, Sheryl Rigall, Robyn Myden and Norleen Tonn
March 18, 1971- A
district 19 4-H curling champions at Canora. From left, were: James Tratch, Leslie Carson, Karren Statchuk and Donald Charnstrom.
February 12, 1976-Members of the Peewee hockey team from left, were: (back row) Teddy Dubelt, Reg Downs, Randy Bileski, Marlin Romanchuk, Rodney Lebo, Darren Dalton, Allan Leason, Bruce Prestie, Cam Chopty and Leslie Downs, coach and, (front) Dallas Swan, coach, Dwayne Rogowski, Jag Deep Basran, Kent Heinrick, Kevin Olineck, Jordon Ignatiuk, Cameron Swan, Blaise Pottle and Roland Pankratz.
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demand for things like shocks, water pumps, chassis parts, and filters grew,” recalled Al. “To diversify, snowmobile clothing was added and did well. Grinding flywheels was added to enhance services to customers. Other lines were added to broaden our stock. We liked sourcing parts that customers had not seen before.”
Al said meeting people has
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probably been his favourite part of the business.
“Spending time at Canora Auto Electric was always a great way to catch up on local news.”
Presently, he is going through the process of winding the business down.
He has no definite plans for retirement, other than, “I’m looking forward to seeing what happens.”
Even so, Al said he is going to miss interacting with customers on a daily basis.
“We would like to thank everyone who has supported us over the years including customers, employees past and present, and my wife Deb.
The Roughrider Snowmobile Club has been keeping busy with making sure all trails are groomed and signed for the many avid snowmobilers who share the same passion for the outdoors.
“We are happy to announce all our trails are signed and groomed,” stated Sandra Johnson, club representative. “A new trail that runs from Endeavour to Valley Inn
Shelter (North of Norquay) is opened, it’s a great addition to our trail system. The new trail runs along an Elk farm and we are reminding snowmobilers to pay attention to the signs and to follow them, they are there for a reason. Limit speed, and reduce noise signs are posted, as it’s spooking the Elk and causing them to be injured. If this continues to be an issue we will be
forced to close or re-route the trail.”
“Weather has been great this season. All our shelters have been fully stocked with wood and supplies. A huge thank you to our club members and volunteers. There is always work to be done on the trails and shelters, as well as behind the scenes.
That includes running the groomer, maintaining the groomer, trails, and
shelters,” added Johnson. The club also hosted a pub night fundraiser at the Golden West Hotel in Preeceville on Jan. 21 and deemed it a huge success.
“We want to thank our major sponsor Jim and Cindy Holowachuk of Cinco Developments. And all businesses, groups, people that donated
towards the evening. And a huge thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the evening of auction and entertainment,” concluded Johnson.
Carlyle Observer
CARNDUFF - Nineteen enthusiastic snowmobilers participated in the annual Old Cruisers Snowmobile Club race near Carnduff on Feb. 4. The event attracted riders from all over southeast Saskatchewan and even North Dakota. This was the 11th snowmobile race but it hadn’t taken place since 2017 due to warm
weather and pandemic restrictions. There were two conditions to the snow machines being entered. The sleds had to be built prior to 1973 and all had to have a single cylinder.
Jigger Kerr of Carnduff was the event organizer. He oversaw grooming the three-mile track, obtaining donations and prizes, and arranging the postrace supper. Despite only having a single cylinder, these
snowmobiles can reach speeds of up to 100 kilometres an hour. Brand name sleds that participated included Arctic Cat, Polaris, Snow Jet and Roloflex. Kerr himself raced a Yamaha but couldn’t compete due to carburettor issues.
The warm weather may have contributed to a few sleds being unable to complete the race.
Kerr was extremely pleased with the turnout and the track.
“It was a wonderful day,” he said. “Most of us who competed know each other well and it isn’t just about winning. We like our sledding and the camaraderie it brings.”
There are several other vintage snowmobile rallies planned for the coming weeks. In late January, there was an event held in Stoughton. Later this winter, other races are planned for Saltcoats and Letellier, Man. The Saskatchewan Vintage Snowmobilers Association (SVSA) also has their own Facebook page.
Pat Haddow of Carlyle
was the winner of this year’s HD class event.
Ryan Iverson of Grand Forks, N.D. won the HR Class. The race was approximately 160 kilometres in length and took around three hours to complete.
“A big shout out to the local farmers that supplied the equipment to help prepare the track. Also, we had several local sponsors that really helped with the prizes. Everyone enjoyed the great pork supper at the Royal Canadian Legion in Carnduff after the race. I was very happy to be able to organize this event again after a six-year
absence,” said Kerr. Richard Van Sprundel farms south of Manor and also competed. Early on, his Polaris snowmobile developed an electrical issue, and he was only able to complete a third of the race.
“We had great weather and all of us enjoyed the event. The track near Carnduff is smooth, wide, and fast. I thoroughly recommend it for even the newer riders. We appreciated the prizes and the great supper put on by the Carnduff Legion. And a huge thank-you to Jigger for all you do. We will be back next year.”
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