The Weyburn Review
Ava and Everleigh coloured underwater wildlife during The Family Place’s ‘Impact at the Sea’ on April 21. Families enjoyed sensory play, ocean-themed activities and connecting with early learning professionals.
AG SOCIETY
The Weyburn Agricultural Society is launching two new vendor events taking place this spring at Exhibition Hall. Vendor spaces are still available for both events, offering a great opportunity for local businesses, makers, bakers and community groups to get involved.
Kicking off this weekend, Saturday, May 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., is the Prairie Roots Market –Spring Edition
This brand-new market will feature a diverse mix of vendors including bakers, crafters, local businesses, producers, home-based businesses and young entrepreneurs. A 10’x10’ tradeshow booth is just $75, while a 10’x20’ booth is just $125.
With the recent addition of curtains in Exhibition Hall, the space now offers a more polished, trade showstyle atmosphere that enhances the experience for both vendors and visitors. The Prairie Roots Market aims to create a vibrant and inclusive shopping environment that showcases the creativity and talent within the community.
To support the next generation of entrepreneurs, reduced vendor rates are available for youth participants. Non-profit organizations and local sports groups are also encouraged to take part at a reduced rate, providing an affordable platform to promote their programs and services.
Lisa Vick, Office Man-
ager for the Weyburn Agricultural Society commented they has also invited downtown businesses to participate, helping to create a true one-stop shopping experience.
This provides an opportunity for those businesses to showcase their products and services to individuals who may not regularly visit the downtown area, while also building new connections beyond their storefronts.
As spring arrives and Mother’s Day approaches, the public is also invited to enjoy a convenient, one-stop shopping experience featuring unique, locally made products - all under one roof. Held indoors, the event ensures a comfortable, weather-proof environment for all
attendees.
On Sunday, May 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Ag Society will also host RePlay & ReWear, a new initiative focused on sustainability and community engagement. This indoor vendor event will feature gently used clothing and sports equipment, giving items a second life while offering affordable options for shoppers.
Vendor tables for RePlay & ReWear are available for just $20 for the first table and $10 for each additional table. Participants can set up tables and racks to display a wide variety of items, from everyday clothing to sports gear for all ages.
Local sports organizations are also invited to
participate, providing an opportunity to connect with the community and promote their programs. The event offers a practical way for residents to declutter, earn extra income, and support sustainable practices.
Both events reflect the Weyburn Agricultural Society’s commitment to supporting local businesses, fostering community connections, and creating accessible, engaging opportunities for all.
For more information, to reserve a vendor space, or for details on spring or fall events, please contact the Weyburn Agricultural Society at weyburnagsociety@ hotmail.com, call 306-8424052, or visit www.weyburnagriculturalsociety.com.
VARIATIONS CHOIR TO CELEBRATE MOTHERS ON MAY 3
Variations Choir will present ‘A Celebration of Moms, Memories and Music’ at the Grace United Church on Sunday, May 3, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
This concert will pay tribute to moms, dads and families. The choir members have chosen music that reminds them of their mothers and music that was part of their lives growing up.
Some favourites of the choir include “We Rise Again”, “Let it Be”, “Show Me the Way” and “Edelweiss”. On the lighter side, they will perform “Mama Don’t Allow” and “Daddy Sang Bass” as well as many more. They are excited to share their music and some memories of their own families’ music.
Guest choirs will feature Spirit of Grace during the afternoon concert and Spirit Singers during the evening concert.
Variations has 60 regular members this session and they are a very talented and dedicated group of singers, who have been rehearsing some challenging four-part music and are excited to perform. They will have a diverse group of singers from not just Weyburn, but other parts of Southern Saskatchewan as well. They also have some talented musicians who add colour to the music.
Tickets are available through members at the door at a cost of $10. Children 12 and under are admitted free of charge.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Canada’s “Gentle Giant” pays tribute to Don Williams
Home-based bakery receives approval from City Council
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Local resident Anie Alpuerto was given permission to operate a home-based bakery at 219 Government Road southwest, following approval from Weyburn city council on April 7.
According to a report from Shara-Lee Malcolm, the city’s planning and development co-ordinator, the appli -
cation was considered as a “controversial use” under the Zoning Bylaw because the business will involve clients being directed to the home throughout the day.
“The proposed hours of operation are Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.,” said Malcolm, adding that the applicant anticipates only a minimal increase in traffic,
estimating one vehicle per pick-up, with onstreet parking along Third Avenue adjacent to the home.
The city sent notices by mail on March 13 to all residents within 50 metres of the applicant’s home. They were given an opportunity to submit comments or concerns, but the city confirmed no objections were received.
Trevor Panczak is a Canadian country music entertainer who is no stranger to the stage. As an original artist, he has four top 50 hits and one top 40 hit in Canada.
He has toured across the country and has helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for various charities.
Known in some circles as Canada’s “Gentle Giant”, Trevor and his band share familiar renditions and new interpretations of the music of one of the most beloved country artists of all time.
The original “Gentle Giant”, Don Williams had 17 number one singles among 50 top ten hits.
Some of the first songs Trevor learned on guitar were of Don Williams and it all came full circle when Trevor was given the opportunity to open all the shows on Williams’ final Canadian tour.
When asked how he developed an interest in country music, Panczak said “I would say that that was a generational thing. It got passed down from my dad, who absolutely loved
country music. He loved all the Williams, including Don and Hank and Hank Jr. and Jim Reeves and Eddie Arnold and guys like that. And so whatever my dad enjoyed, I enjoyed as well.
“It was just kind of part and parcel. We always had a radio on at the farm and radio in every truck and listening to our local AM radio station growing up.
“Growing up on the farm, we played lots of sports, like hockey and curling and baseball. But he always had a guitar around, and I was drawn to that.
And he had eight of his friends bring over a piano so my sister and I could take lessons.
“But after many tears on the keys, I moved on to the guitar, and that’s where I really fell in love with it. So my dad was very supportive in anything that us kids showed interest in. So I’d have to give the credit to my dad for being an influence in my music path,” added Panczak.
As for his love of Don Williams, Trevor said,
“Well, my dad had cassettes and vinyl and CDs around, and my grandpa Panczak, gave me a cassette player/ radio when I was a young kid, and I would take cassettes and play them. And I fell in love with Randy Travis and Dan Seals and Don Williams, and I fell asleep to Don Williams pretty much nightly as a kid.”
“It was a full circle of dreams come true, and I got to actually open up for Don Williams in 2013 on his last tour through Canada. And to be able to have that as a claim to fame, to say that I opened up for a hero, I was just beside myself with pride,” added Panczak.
This will be Trevor’s first time playing at a venue in Weyburn, and he is looking forward to sharing his tribute to the original Gentle Giant with the crowd at the Cugnet Centre on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m.
This will be the final concert of the 2025-2026 Weyburn Concert Series. The line up for the 20262027 season will be announced that night.
Holiday decorations and an assortment of rare finds were available for sale during a garage sale fundraiser at Grace United Church on April 24 and 25.
Youth Centre to hold Jail and Bail fundraiser on May 1
A Jail and Bail fundraiser will support the Weyburn Youth Centre on Friday, May 1. Fun arrests of community leaders will be held throughout the day, with the jails located outside the Prairie Sky Co-op grocery store from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Local residents can request arrests of employers, friends, politicians or other community leaders for the fundraiser. They will receive a warrent, be put into the public jail amd make
calls to fund their bail.
One of the goals of the fundraiser is to encourage friendly competition between businesses or community leaders.
If being arrested is something they are not interested in, the Weyburn Youth Centre also offers sponsorship spots for the jail cells, with a logo displayed at top of one of the cells.
They are also seeking a title sponsor, which would include a sign on the jail
cell. There is only one of these sponsorship spots available.
The goal of the Jail and Bail fundraiser is to fund new programs and resources at the Weyburn Youth Centre, fix damages to the building, sponsor youth summer prorams and fund youth sponsorships and grants.
Interested businesses or organizations can contact Caylea Preston at cayleapreston@yfc.ca for more information.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Trevor Panczak
Community News
Bloom - an outlet for women to try new activities
Kaitlynn Nordal/ SaskToday.ca
Bloom will be a one-day event to connect women in Weyburn and will be held on Saturday, May 9 at the Royal Canadian Legion.
“It allows participants to discover all that our community has to offer, from arts, wellness, the variety of businesses we have right here in Weyburn, to rediscovering hobbies and passions that they have or that may need to be reignited. It is all about blooming into our best selves and supporting local,” said Bloom committee member Krista Hubic.
A similar but smaller event was held years ago, founded by Lindsee Michel and she brought the idea back to life and
reached out to a group of people in late 2024. “We held our first
Bloom event last year, and it was such a success. We got such good feedback. It
made sense to bring it back again in 2026,” said Hubic. This was an event
Bloom is a one day event to connect women in Weyburn and area and this year it will be held on May 9. Organizers include, back row, l-r, Danielle Wahl, Monica Osborn and Terry Jordens. Front row, Krista Hubic, Lindsay Manko-Bauche, Twila Walkeden, Amanda Leibel and Lindsee Michel.
Superheroes and Star Wars at the library
The Weyburn Public Library will be hosting Superhero Storytime on Saturday, May 2 at 10 a.m. to celebrate free comic book day. They will also celebrate ‘May the Fourth Be With You’ on Monday, May 4 at 4 p.m.
Information on other programs and services during the month of May are posted on the Library’s website.
Wiggles and Giggles (newborn to 18 months with caregivers)
A ‘Mommy and Me’ spring snuggles will be held on Monday, May 4. A little farmers craft activity is scheduled for Monday, May 11 and a splish splash program will be held on Monday, May 25. All Wiggles and Giggles programs start at 10 a.m.
Mini Makers and Movers (ages two to five years with caregivers)
Mini scientists will experiment, explore and get curious about the world on Thursday, May 7. A bubble bonanza program will be held on Thursday, May 14. Nature explorers will enjoy the great outdoors with a scavenger hunt on Thursday, May 28. All Mini Makers and Movers programs start at 10 a.m.
Little Explorers (ages two to five years with caregivers)
Explore the magic of colours through rainbow stories, movement and play on Tuesday, May 12. Sunny from Helpful Hippy will hold a yoga class on Tuesday, May 19. Splash into learning, play and imagination in the water world of ponds on Tuesday, May 26. All Little Explorers programs start at 10 a.m. KidVentures
(ages six to 10 years)
Show Mom some love with a handmade gift made on Thursday, May 7. A fun
and colourful rainbow science program will be held on Thursday, May 14. A Lego scavenger hunt program is set for Thursday, May 21. Enjoy a sweet, hands-on activity by creating flowerpot cupcakes on Thursday, May 28. All KidVentures programs start at 4 p.m.
InBeTween Club (ages 11 to 14 years)
Transform old records into awesome works of art with vinyl painting on Wednesday, May 6. A murder mystery game will be held on Wednesday, May 13. Roll, fill, bake and enjoy chocolate chip cookie croissants on Wednesday, May 20. All InBeTween Club programs start at 6 p.m.
A sew sleepy workshop with facilitator Maria is scheduled for Monday, May 25 at 2 p.m.
Family programming (ages two to five years with caregivers)
Chess Club will meet on Saturday, May 9 and Saturday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m., instructed by Daniel Waterfall.
A Munsch and Munchies program will celebrate stories from Robert Munsch on Friday, May 22 at 10 a.m.
Families are invited to attend craft chaos to paint a flower pot on Saturday,
May 16 at 1:30 p.m.
Adult Arts and Crafts
Fuzzy Flowers, making pipe cleaner tulips, will be held on Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 a.m. A custom metal stamped jewelry program will be featured as part of Bloom activities on Saturday, May 9 at 3:40 p.m.
Maker’s Nook will be held on Tuesday, May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Fun and Games
A Magic: The Gathering night will be held on Thursday, May 7 at 6 p.m. Players may bring their own deck or use one provided by Prairie Canucks Cards and Collectables.
Get Your Game On will be held on Thursday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Join the town in hunting demons in the social deduction game of Blood on the Clocktower, with game masters Drake and Haley, on Saturday, May 23 at 2 p.m.
Tabletop role-playing game nights are held Mondays at 6 p.m. The Marvel Multiverse role-playing game and Daggerheart will be held on May 4 and May 23. Dungeons and Dragons and the Borderlands roleplaying game will be held May 11.
Books, Film and Literacy
The book club will read
and discuss ‘Yellowface’ by R.F. Kuange on Thursday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Film night will feature ‘NASA Space Documentaries’ on Tuesday, May 26 at 6 p.m.
Wellness and Lifestyle Meditation through movement program, facilitated by Joan HallbergMayer, is scheduled for Fridays, May 1, May 15 and May 29 at 10:30 a.m.
The Alzheimer Society will host a Mindful Mingle: dementia research presentation with Amanda Dupperon on Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m.
For more information on programs held at the Weyburn Public Library, visit their website at weyburnpubliclibrary.weebly. com, or follow them on Facebook.
Hubic and the rest of the organizers wanted to put on to highlight Weyburn’s various businesses, entrepreneurs, and artists.
“We felt they needed more exposure. On the other hand, we wanted to provide an outlet for women to try different activities or step inside some of these businesses in a low-risk and very comfortable environment,” said Hubic.
“The day hopes to take the fear or intimidation factor out of, say trying barre or pickleball or painting a watercolor masterpiece,” continued Hubic. “It also helps to educate participants about new things like Vertical Farming, or Equine Therapy or, Cash Confidence. Finally, we hope that the day inspires participants by making new friends and connections and learning from the amazing lunchtime guest speaker.”
The day starts at the Legion, where participants will check in, receive their swag bag full of goodies, and there is a short welcome from the Bloom team. Participants will then head off to their first two sessions that they chose upon registering. At noon, everyone meets back at the Legion for lunch and the guest speaker, the Honourable Bernadette McIntyre, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan. After lunch, participants will head back out to their other two sessions.
Based on feedback from last year, organizers have added an informal session at 5pm at Another Round for those wanting to continue to have some fun and talk about their amazing Bloom day.
“As a committee, we
look for businesses and session leaders from a variety of businesses and areas but then the participant chooses which sessions they want to attend based on their individual preferences,” said Hubic.
“That is what makes Bloom so unique,” continued Hubic. “You can tailor the day you want to have! The lunch session and guest speaker is the only session that everyone attends together.”
Those looking for more information can visit www. bloomsask.ca, where you can get information on all the amazing sessions and session leaders, as well as where you can register.
Please forward your resume to acorrigan@sasktel.net.
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Agriculture, Oil & Business
Weyburn company receives Safe Digging Excellence Award
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Westcor Contracting has been recognized for its commitment to community safety and infrastructure protection, receiving SaskEnergy’s Safe Digging Excellence Award.
The Weyburn-based powerline construction company was honoured at the Dig Safe breakfast in Weyburn on April 23, for its long-standing dedication to safe digging practices. The award highlights organizations that prevent damage to underground infrastructure and prioritize public safety.
“People could be without some pretty important services that they need if we were to damage infrastructure, and it could be for extended periods of time, so that is something for us to keep in mind,” said Ryan Bousfield, Partner with Westcor Contracting. “We want to take the utmost care to make sure that any util-
ities that we’re crossing, we do so safely.”
By following safe digging practices, companies help to prevent injuries, avoid damage to property and underground infrastructure, and keep their projects moving without delay. With close to 88,000 kilometres of natural gas lines, SaskEnergy relies on these practices to maintain the safety and reliability of its system and meet the energy needs of more than 415,000 homes and businesses throughout the province.
“Preventing damage to underground infrastructure depends on everyone working together to prioritize safe digging,” said Kevin Adair, Executive Vice President, Customer Service Operations for SaskEnergy. “By recognizing leaders such as Westcor Contracting, SaskEnergy is highlighting companies that value safety as strongly as we do and lead by ex-
ample within the digging community.”
In its second year of the award, SaskEnergy is once again honouring three Saskatchewan businesses in the excavating industry. Each business completed at least 25 line locate requests annually over the past three years and had no contacts with natural gas infrastructure.
Fedorowich Construction Limited was announced as a SaskEnergy Safe Digging Excellence Award winner on April 8 in Yorkton and F. Peters Excavating was named a recipient on April 21 in Saskatoon.
For more than 30 years, the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA) has hosted Dig Safe breakfasts in communities throughout the province. The breakfasts are held throughout April, which is Dig Safe month and the unofficial start of the spring digging season.
Westcor Contracting has been recognized for its commitment to community safety and infrastructure protection, receiving SaskEnergy’s Safe Digging Excellence Award. Ryan Bousfield, left, was presented with the Safe Digging Excellence Award by Sheena Nabozniak and Kevin Adair, representatives from SaskEnergy.
First anniversary marked for Messy Church program
The Messy Church program, an informal church setting for families in the community, recently marked its first anniversary at Knox Fellowship Hall
All ages are encouraged to attend Messy Church as it was designed as another way for families to attend Church, when they are not
able to attend Sunday services. With a Christ-centred focus, Messy Church combines Bible stories, prayer, fellowship, a meal and exciting crafts. The hands-on activities have a different theme every time, encouraging children to get messy and have fun.
The goal continues to
provide a welcome and safe space in which families can thive, attend Christ-centred programs and enjoy hospitality and fellowship during the meal and craft time.
Messy Church is held the third Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. The program runs from September to May.
Photo courtesy of SaskEnergy
Tatum, Leo and Nixen used coloured dye and shaving cream to design unique Easter eggs during the Knox Hall Messy Church program on April 21.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Editorial & Opinion
Grandparent scam still a concern
The grandparent scam continues to victimize people in Saskatchewan.
Scammers use emotional manipulation. They call and claim to be family members in need of immediate money for bail or ticket expenses. The scammer can send someone to pick up payment in person. They may ask you to pay cash into a Crypto ATM, or online via e-transfer. Scammers can use details shared on social media, dating apps and websites to get information about loved ones. Artificial in-
telligence and stolen social media photos can be used. Even though its called the grandparent scam, anyone can fall victim.
Bail facts:
Police, lawyers, judges or jails do not call people to get money. Bail/fines are paid at the courthouse.
Court-appointed couriers do not exist and if someone comes to your home to pick up payment. If you or your loved one has lost money or the scam is in-progress, call 310-RCMP or 911 in emergencies.
Police respond to death threats, fuel theft and ASD demand
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 65 calls for service during the week of April 19–26, 2026. The following are notable incidents from that period:
Uttering Death Threats/Resisting Arrest: A highly agitated adult male attended the Weyburn Police Service on April 21. During the interaction, the male allegedly threatened to kill two other adult males. Before officers were able to arrest him and apprehend him under the Mental Health Act, he quickly left the office.
Officers later attended the male’s residence, where he refused to exit the home. Due to public safety concerns, police contained the residence until the male was taken into custody. During the arrest, the male resisted, and one officer sustained an injury.
The male was transported to hospital to be assessed by a physician. Once medically cleared, he was lodged in cells and later remanded to appear in Weyburn Provincial Court on April 28.
Theft of Fuel: Two separate local businesses reported that someone had drilled
a hole into the gas tanks of work trucks and stolen fuel on April 24. As this is an unusual type of fuel theft, police are asking anyone who has experienced a similar incident to report it. These investigations remain ongoing.
Failure to Comply with ASD Demand: Police were called to a parking lot on April 26 for a report of a possible impaired driver preparing to leave. Officers located the vehicle running in the parking lot with an adult male behind the wheel.
An approved screening device demand was made, but the male failed to provide a breath sample. He was arrested, charged with refusal, and lodged in cells until sober. He was later released with a future court appearance.
Anyone with information regarding these matters, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at 306-8483250, the local RCMP Detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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FROM THE SIDELINES: Hockey
memories abound
Norm Park/ SaskToday.ca
The NHL playoffs are well underway and will absorb more than a fair share of our viewing time.
Of course, if you are one of the few Canadian citizens that is not engaged in the game, well I don’t think we’ll do what they’re doing in the U.S. I mean you won’t be deported, but we can question your sincerity. After all, hockey is Canada.
I have enjoyed the opportunity to cover a lot of interesting teams, coaches and managers over the course of a sports reporting phase of a career. Hockey was one of my favourite pursuits.
I began sports reporting in Trenton, Ont., and it had a strong sense of hockey. The junior team struggled but I claimed I was smart enough to recognize some genuine hockey talent with the U16 team, or midget as that age group was called then.
After viewing a few practices and games, I knew I had stumbled onto something unique. Sure enough, as the years proved out, three of the players on the team made it to the NHL. The trio consisted of centre George Ferguson, defenceman Bob Dailey and goaltender John Garrett. A couple more hit the American Hockey League and made a big mark there. They were a joy to watch and although they fell short of a provincial title, it was a great run.
Trenton played host to a huge Easter break midget hockey tournament every year, a well-known event because it was a 24/7 tourney with about 24-26 teams entered, mostly from Ontario, Quebec and a few from the U.S. It required a huge host of volunteers and yes, I “covered” a few 3 a.m. hockey games with about 100 fans, as well as the prime-time events later that attracted over 1,500 fans. Grabbing photos and interviews was a rat race, but the rats were having fun.
Later in the sports-chasing career, I landed in Estevan and was fortunate to be around for the last two seasons of the “old” Bruins, the Western Canadian Hockey League-styled band of bandits coached by Ernie (Punch) McLean and managed by Bill Shinske. And yes, there were more memorable moments on and off the ice.
There were membership issues with the Canadian registration arm.
There was the infamous Bruin bus that hauled the team to various destinations, sometimes only after receiving a helpful push from a half dozen volunteer Bruins. I have a running tale of one memorable journey involving a bus that wouldn’t start, a bus that blew smoke inward and outward. A bus that had a quirky front heater/back heater system that never worked in tandem. A bus that was driven by Ernie or Bill or some players who had their A-level licences.
A memorable bus trip I took with them that led to Bismarck, N.D., up to Winnipeg and then over to Flin Flon, Man., for a weekend doubleheader where, of course, there was the required Sunday bench-clearing brawl. I viewed one of the best hockey fights ever, one that would have earned the praise of Don Cherry I’m sure. Another part of that brawl involved a broken arm, and lots of bruised eyes and swollen cheeks. And
that was only part of the fun.
Have you ever stayed in a Flin Flon hotel on the same floor as a visiting hockey team? The radio guy, Gary Thom and I, didn’t get any sleep, nor did we get breakfast in the dining room the next morning, nor did we have much heat in the room, nor did we have any hot water in the room. But we did have visitors pounding on the door and swearing at us all night, even after we yelled back that we weren’t hockey players, just innocent bystanders. Did not matter, we were all part of the process when visiting Flin Flon on a hockey agenda.
I remember visiting Punch in the hospital in Regina where he was sent to recover from the single-engine plane crash that left him in the woods in east-central Saskatchewan. He managed to crawl out to an area where he was finally spotted and rescued. It took him a while to recover and he lost an eye in the process, but never his sense of humour.
I remember visits in the Civic Auditorium office we labelled Buddy’s Bar and Grill, where Ernie and Bill would conduct off-the-cuff interviews with Bud Johns, the arena manager coming and going in and out of that office, just off the lobby/ foyer/concession area.
Ernie had a unique sense of awareness when it came to young hockey players, and as he said once during one of our informal gab sessions, “it’s my job to help these kids get a job in hockey, if that’s what they want.” And that’s what he did, often successfully and often with a unique blend of hard-nosed hockey talent.
He told me about assessing hockey stars from visiting teams. “If they can’t play well in this rink, they don’t have much of a future in hockey.” And he was right. You had to pass the Bruin bruising test on a smaller-than-normal ice surface and a determined home team attitude. I saw more than a few stars from visiting teams go down in flames, never to touch foot in any NHL arena.
Ernie and Bill made the move to New Westminster, B.C., but soon the “New” Bruins were on the radar screen and gathering their own style of play, fans and momentum.
New West was kind to the Bruins. They grabbed a couple of Memorial Cups and Ernie and Bill carved out another legend to add to the one they had already forged in Estevan.
So when I hear that New West is fundraising to build a monument or dedicate a feature that will commemorate the value that Punch brought to the game, I’m all for it.
Canada must always remember to pay tribute to the unique talents that have graced the game, with sticks and pucks, or by throwing sticks, pucks or garbage cans on the ice in a moment of brawling entertainment. Punch knew how to entertain, but he also knew how to teach young men to grow up and be responsible. That ain’t easy, but he did it.
By the way, Ernie was (is) also a great amateur hypnotist. I kid you not. That’s just another talent to add to a huge storyline. I’d love to hear what he had to say about that statue idea.
Sports & Leisure
Weyburn Golf Club rebrands to ‘The Sixty-Seven’
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A new chapter in local recreation and community capacity building begins as the Weyburn Golf Club officially announced its rebranding to The Sixty-Seven, alongside a strategic partnership with the RM of Weyburn No. 67. This transformation is a testament to the shared vision to strengthen regional identity, enhance community recreation, and position the course to become a premier destination for golf in southeast Saskatchewan.
The new name, The Sixty-Seven, pays tribute to the rich agricultural and municipal heritage of the region, grounding the facility firmly within the RM of Weyburn No. 67. The partnership formalizes a collaborative effort to invest in the long-term sustainability and growth of the course, while supporting broader community priorities. The goal is to elevate the golf course experience while ensuring it remains accessible and a valuable recreational asset within the region.
“This is so much more than a name change, it is a commitment to the future of recreation within our community,” said Krystle Fedoretz, General Manager. “The Sixty-Seven represents
pride in where we come from and confidence in where we are going. Partnering with the RM of Weyburn allows us to build something that benefits residents, visitors, and our community.”
Rebranding efforts will roll out over the coming months, including updated signage, marketing materials, and online presence. The course will continue full operations throughout the transition.
On behalf of the RM Council, this collaboration reflects their commitment to investing in an asset that enhances the quality of life within our municipality. The Sixty-Seven will be a source of pride for local residents and a welcoming destination for guests in the heart of the RM of Weyburn Everyone is encouraged to follow updates and participate in upcoming events celebrating The Sixty-Seven.
Beavers coaching staff ready for new season
The coaching staff for the Weyburn Beavers are ready for a new season, with the home opener at Tom Laing Park scheduled for May 28.
Head coach Cam Williams will be entering his fourth season at the helm of the Beavers in 2026. Williams had a fantastic season playing with the team from 2015 to 2018, where he claimed many offensive franchise records.
Williams is also the head coach of his alma mater at the University of Calgary, where he has been at the helm with the Dinos for five seasons.
Jaxon Henderson will be back on the team, appearing for the first time as a pitching coach for the Beavers. The Snohomish, Washington, native played in the 2025 season with the Beavers as a right-handed pitcher, with an appearance in nine games and 15.2 innings pitched.
A number of players have already been signed to appear with the Beavers for the 2026 season.
Jackson Sheehy was signed as a right-handed pitcher. A Guelph, Ontario product, Sheehy is in his
Red Wings hold annual awards night
The Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings wrapped up the season with their annual awards night April 22. Players, staff, billets, sponsors and fans celebrated another year of hard work and dedication.
sophomore season at SUNY Niagara.
Logan Kinter will return to the bullpen after earning an All Star selection during his time with the Beavers last year. The Rio Ranco, New Mexico product was pheneomenal in a variety of situations last season, pitching in 18 games with one start, throwing 39 innings and racking up 45 striekouts. With experience at the Eastern New Mexico University, Kinter also added four wins out of the bullpen in the 2025 Beavers season.
Nick Mille was signed as an infielder. In his first year at Eastern New Mexico Unvierssity, the Frisco, Texas product provides experience for the entire infield, as well as being a threat from both sides of the plate as a switch hitter.
Anthony Cortese was signed as a utility player. The Fremont, California product has collegiate experience all over the diamond. He is coming off a massive 2025 school season at the Eastern New Mexico University, hitting .353 with 13 doubles and five home runs to add up to a .952 OPS.
While the season didn’t end the way the Wings had hoped, the night was a chance to reflect on the commitment, growth, and memorable moments that defined this group both on and off the ice.
Razorback Oilfield Services Outstanding Ability and Gentlemanly Conduct Award:
Ryder Rommelaere.
This player exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.
Weger Paradis Outstanding Community Service Award:
Wyatt LaCoste.
This player exemplified leadership on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.
Weyburn Security Most Valuable Defenceman Award: Josh Karman and Rylan Pearce.
This award is given to the defenceman who demonstrated throughout the season the greatest allround ability in the position.
Welsh Kitchen Best Defensive Forward Award: Lucas Schmid.
This award is given to
the forward who best excelled in the defensive aspects of the game while still showing skill and a drive to win.
Barber Motors Most Valuable Forward Award: Josh Sale.
This award is given to the forward who is the most valuable forward compared to his peers.
York Jewellers Most Improved Player Award: Dion Schraeder and Aidan Mohan.
This player has improved from day one with the team on and off the ice. His abilities allowed him to portray his talents with the club while improving his abilities throughout the season.
Prairie Sky Co-op Top Scorer Award: Josh Sale (23 goals and 34 assists for 57 points).
This player had the highest number of points on the team at the end of the regular season.
KFC Most Popular Player Award as Voted by the Fans: Josh Sale.
The player who exemplified great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice during the regular season as voted by the fans. Twine and Twig Most Popular Player Award as Voted by the Team: Wyatt Lacoste.
The player who exemplified great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice during the regular
season as voted by the team.
GeoVerra Unsung Hero Award: Nate Stevens.
The Unsung Hero award recognized a player who has positively influenced the team from behind the scenes with a positive attitude, a willingness to improve in whatever capacity necessary, and a commitment to excellence.
Marcel Labelle
Memorial Dedication and Ability to the Game of Hockey Award.
Sponsored by Remax Weyburn Simon Martin.
This player is considered to be the most dedicated to the team. The player showed this by being the best teammate possible, showing leadership by being one of the hardest, most consistent workers, by listening to their coaches, working hard in games and practices, showing good sportsmanship in all circumstances.
Graham Christie Memorial Most Inspirational Red Wing Award. Sponsored by the Weyburn Police Association: Will Munro.
This player wears his heart on his sleeve. He is the player who exuded his love of hockey, encouraged his teammates to keep trying, no matter how dire the circumstances and looks for his weaknesses and always tries to improve.
Hockey Weyburn Rookie of the Year: Roan Burgess. This player entered his first year of junior hockey this year and showcased his talents and abilities both on and off the ice.
Weyburn Credit Union MVP Award: Josh Sale.
This player who was considered most valuable to the team during the regular season. Josh had 23 goals and 34 assists in 54 appearances during the regular season.
Weyburn Legion Most Valuable Player of the Playoffs Award: Josh Sale . This player who was considered most valuable to the team during the playoff season. Josh had eight goals and nine assists in 13 appearances during the playoff run.
Pharmasave Culture Driver Award: Lucas Schmid and Drew Molde. This player deserves this award for efforts both on and off the ice. Work ethic and dedication towards the team are well showcased by the player, who respected the game and other teammates.
Volunteer of the Year: Logan Harrison. The Volunteer of the Year Award recognized an individual whose time, effort and dedication made a meaningful impact on the organization. Their commitment behind the scenes created a first-class experience for the Wings’ players, fans and community.
Hockey players hit the ice to showcase their skills during a goaltender session at the Weyburn Red Wings hockey camp on April 25.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
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Magical story of Aladdin Junior to be held at St. Michael School
St. Michael School students held a dress rehearsal for Aladdin Junior recently to prepare for the musical, which will be held Friday, May 1 and Sunday, May 3. Pictured, l-r, Gabriel (Jafar), Aveaha (Iago), Jakob (Sultan) and Samantha (Jasmine).
The magic and adventure of a princess and a street rat will come to the St. Michael School stage for Aladdin Junior. The musical will be held at the school on Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 3 at 2 p.m.
In the story, Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes.
Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character, as he attempts to gain the respect of the princess, Jasmine. The musical has expanded characters, new songs, and a beloved story will open up a whole new world.
“I am enjoying the amount of songs in the show. I feel like we are doing a good job with our
choreo too,” said Reese, who plays Aladdin’s friend Kassim.
“Kassim is a little sassy, which I like because it matches my personality,” added Reese.
“We put a lot of hard work into this musical and I feel like it would be a good show to watch. It’s going to be one of our best ones..” In the role of Genie is France, who enjoys the energetic spirit of his role and the number of songs that they perform during the show. “We have put our hard work into the props, the songs and the costumes.”
“I enjoy the story of how Aladdin and Jasmine get together,” said Helen, who plays one of Jasmine’s friends.
Tickets to the musical are $10 a person and are available at St. Michael School at the office, or at the door.
Varied challenges for Cornerstone learning supports team
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Norm Park,
Contracted Reporter for SECPSD
The portfolio is far reaching and challenges are varied but the rewards are huge. Learning supports topics dominated the boardroom at the South East Cornerstone Public School Board head office conference room for about 45 minutes on April 15. Board members were there to learn more about the extensive Learning Supports projects and programs from a trio of instructional coaches and the co-ordinator of Learning Supports for intensive and diverse needs students. They were speaking to the trustees during the board’s regular monthly open meeting.
Leading the charge was Tracey Kiliwnik, the co-ordinator of Learning Supports who began the presentation following a brief and heartfelt note to Kiliwnik that was delivered by coach Amber Leslie. Kiliwnik will be
leaving SECPSD after this academic year to take her talents to the Good Spirit School Division, headquartered in Yorkton. (See related article in briefs).
Kiliwnik then began the formal part of the gathering by noting how students have been foremost in their minds for the past few months. She noted how the data gathered over the past couple of years is used to promote the direction the various coaches, SLPs, OTs and co-ordinators will use and have used, to address the variety of needs among students that are recognized in the large and sprawling Cornerstone division.
Discussion ranged from intensive needs students and data collection to areas of impact and assessments that would include such matters as socializing, sensory needs in communication, safety concerns and motor skills among other topics.
Kiliwnik also spoke of the high school pathways that can be implemented for students. She also
talked about occupational therapist referrals, noting there had been 40 referrals this school year that will be completed. There are 72 trained educational assistants and 12 Learning Support teachers that have received additional training in TLR ( transfer lift and reposition) to support students with additional needs. There are also eight speech language pathologists who come into play on a regular basis.
The services are offered at various levels of need and age groups, starting with pre-Kindergarten and moving forward with various coaches and other professionals as the student(s) moves along a positive path.
The presentation included a glimpse of the Glint A.I. program that professionals have noted has saved them hours of time. Data collected showed a saving of about 170 hours based on a total of 678 Glint connections as a “new and engaging way to build partnerships
WCS Theatre Club to present ‘History of Dating’
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The Weyburn Comprehensive School Senior Theatre Club is presenting ‘The History of Dating’ by Brian D. Taylor on Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m., and Sunday May 3 at 2 p.m.
between the homes and the schools,” she said.
Sometimes the literacy elements run parallel to typical classroom experiences.
The team also noted that this was the 10th anniversary of the adherence to Jordan’s Principle that assists those from birth to the age of five and is overseen by a couple of professionals within the Cornerstone division in support of indigenous families. It was noted that 53 children and youth have been supported with support offered on Reserve lands and six off Reserves.
A total of 32 families signed on to literary challenges, the data showed with 21 youngsters involved in the pre-reading program, another 23 in the beginning reading programs and 24 in established readers projects.
Jodie McGowan, one of
the instructional coaches then took the floor to discuss assistive technology Tuesdays implemented in SECPSD and how teachers are helped in becoming aware of the tools made available to them.
Amber Leslie, another coach, spoke briefly about coaching diverse needs and then McGowan returned to address quality behaviour solutions advanced by trainers and how techniques are deployed to turn near crises situations into calm outcomes using thoughtful language styles (declarative vs. imperative language use) where one issues a suggestion while the other is a demand that is not always a successful path.
Melissa Holman, the third instructional coach then spoke about the Tier 3 literacy program and the revamping of the current intervention processes and included flow charts that
helped all the professionals see, “what we need to do,” she said.
Assessments, she said, were followed by intervention either within small groups or one-on-one sessions. The newly revamped plan was to roll out within the week said Leslie, McGowan and Holman.
Sensory rooms and spaces have been a part of the program since 2018, it was noted.
The team concluded with a note on supporting inclusion that involved 131 students with occasional multiple disabilities plus another 135 students with frequent multiple disabilities, an increase of 15 students from the previous academic year.
Kiliwnik then ended the session with a heartfelt note of thanks to the board for their support as she moves on to new challenges.
Who knew that ancient pickup lines were as cheesy as today’s? This zany romp through history is a fun, fast-paced look at the woes and wonders of dating through the ages. Professor Curio, with the help of his spirited partner, Professor Amoré, leads the audience on a chronological journey through time from early nomads and cavemen and women all the way to computer dating in the twentyfirst century.
the Nifty 50s. Full of fun scenes, crazy characters, sight gags, and physical comedy, the audience will especially love the breakup via 80s mixtape and the grand finale: a speed-dating-themed recap.
With stops at ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian civilizations, then hitting Medieval and Colonial times, the scholarly hosts lead the audience through more modern decades like the Roaring 20s and
All shows are dessert theatre. Come out and enjoy a sweet treat and some laughs. Tickets are available at the door, WCS office, or from cast members, at a cost of $20 for adults, $15 for students and seniors.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Local residents toured quilts on display during the Weyburn Crocus Quilters Guild’s ‘Sewfari Quilt Show’ at the Exhibition Hall on April 25.
Photo courtesy St. Michael School