Terry and Gayle Smith recognized with BMO Saskatchewan Farm Family Award
MALLORY CAWTHRA
Southwest Media Group
LEADER - On November 27th, 2021, at the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) in Regina, Terry and Gayle Smith were humbled to learn that they were one of four Saskatchewan families awarded the BMO Saskatchewan Farm Family Award. 2021 is the inaugural year for the BMO Saskatchewan Farm Family Award, and it is sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal in partnership with the CWA. The award recipients receive a commemorative sign and are honoured during November. The CWA website states: “This award will recognize a select number of Saskatchewan farm families for the outstanding contributions made by farmers across the province and invites us to join them in celebration of them during CWA’s 50th anniversary.”
Olivia Bircham is a family friend who nominated the Smith family for this award. Oliva couldn’t think of a more deserving family and felt that they should be nominated. The award recipients are selected by the Agribition committee and nominations are open until the end of October. The nomination process involved having Olivia describe the impact Terry and Gayle have made in the agricultural sector as well as in their community, to which she replied: “I would describe Terry as a “connector,” he is the guy who knows everyone, and everyone knows Terry. Terry leverages his broad network to ensure his fellow ranchers and farmers are looked after.” Terry and Gayle are active members of the Leader community – both heavily involved with their church, and Gayle volunteers with the Leader Lions and Curling Clubs.
Olivia went on to say that, “Terry has been a pivotal resource for many operations in ensuring they have enough feed in recent years, which has contributed to the sustainability and survival of many ranches by connecting them with his sources of purchasing feed. It is rare to find someone so selfless and dedicated to the betterment of others (especial-
ly in challenging times). This is true of both Terry and Gayle.” Olivia reiterated that this selfless desire to help others succeed is what makes Terry and Gayle Smith outstanding contributors to the agricultural sector.
Gayle said that it was a very humbling experience to win this award at Agribition, ranching is a way of life, and they love what they do.
Olivia provided the following historical information about the Smith Ranch.
The Smith Ranch was purchased in 1976. The original purchase was 20 sections, and 10 sections along the Saskatchewan River were added to the Ranch a few years after the purchase. Terry and Gayle both resided on the Ranch and raised their three kids there until they moved into the Town of Leader in 2020. Their son Mitchell now lives on the Ranch, and giving their son a strong start brings their history full circle; from the start Terry was given in 1976.
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Kindersley Seniors Group distributes
funds to eight charities
Although the Kindersley Seniors Group has disbanded, the group is going out in grand and glorious style, making donations all along the way. June Nargang noted that the decision to disband was made due to low membership numbers; however, the group had existing funds on hand. The seniors group quickly selected charities that would be the recipients of those funds, which came to a total of $9,000. “We didn’t know we had so much money,” June chuckled.
On October 24, nine of the group’s 27 members gathered together to decide where the funds would be distributed. “We needed to make
some decisions,” June said. “We did it diplomatically. We had eight charities that we talked about, and we voted by secret ballot. We gave $1500 to the top three, $1000 to the next three, and one donation of $500.
Consequently, June, on behalf of the seniors, presented a donation of $1500 to Eatonia Oasis Living (EOL). Cora Knuttila, Administrator with EOL, gratefully accepted the contribution to their activity program. Cora, along with the board of directors, staff and residents thanked June for the group’s generosity. Also receiving cheques for $1500 was the West Central Crisis & Family Support Centre. Another cheque was presented to Kindersley’s new Family Healing Centre, located
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Many people in Kindersley and surrounding area have fond memories of Veronica Longmire. Her memory lives on in so many ways, one of which is through her love of quilting. A huge amount of fabric from Veronica’s Sewing Supplies had been donated to a group called Cloth for Kids in Saskatoon.
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West Central Abilities in Kindersley also received a visit from June, when they were honoured to receive a $1000 from the seniors’ group. Regan Overand, Program Administrator at West Central Abilities, said they have numerous ongoing projects, the largest of which is their new building, which is under construction in downtown Kindersley. Although the donation will not be directed to one specific project, it is very much appreciated. June explained the seniors’ group had selected West Central Abilities as a charity to which they would contribute, as it continues to support people with disabilities in our community.
Kindersley & District Plains Museum and the Saskatchewan Seniors Association Inc. (SSAI) also received donations of $1000 each. While June was at the museum, the Cadets were conducting a parade, and she was able to present the Cadets with a donation of $1000. A final donation of $500 was given to the Kindersley Manor. “We chose them because a lot of our people are there,” June said.
As of December 3, 2021, the Kindersley seniors group has officially been disbanded. “We were happy to give the funds,” June said. “I think we made some good choices. It was a successful time.”
A team of sewers and volunteers from Cloth for Kids meet every Thursday in the basement of St. Thomas Wesley Church in Saskatoon to make quilts and clothes for kids. Cloth for Kids is a Canadian charity that started back in 2001, and now has 54 volunteers. The group gives their newly sewn products free of charge to organizations across Saskatchewan that can put them to
The fabric donated to this organization was used to make 32 beautiful quilts. Those quilts were then presented to the Kindersley Fire Department. Ron Hope, captain, was on hand to receive the donation.
The blankets will be used to keep people warm when accidents occur, or will be given to people who lose their belongings in a house fire. The donation was gratefully accepted.
However those 32 quilts used up just a portion of the fabric which had been donated from Veronica’s Sewing Supplies. The ladies from Cloth for Kids said they’ll be using the remaining fabric for quite a while. And so Veronica’s memory lives on, as her generosity continues to bless those in need.
SALE BY TENDER
1. Under the provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, the Town of Eatonia offers for sale the following residential property:
Lot 7, Block 10, Plan CX86 101 - 3rd Avenue West
2. Located on the property is a single family residence. The lot is 50 ft. x 130 ft.
3. The property is sold “as is” without warranty.
4. The onus is on the tenderer to conduct his/her own inspection of the property. The Town makes no representations as to the quality of the land or building being sold.
5. For more information on this property or to view the home, contact the town office at 306-967-2251.
6. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Town of Eatonia Property Tender” addressed to the: Town of Eatonia Box 237, Eatonia, SK S0L 0Y0
7. Tenders must be received by 4:00 p.m. on January 10, 2022.
8. A certified cheque to the municipality for 10% of the amount of the tender must accompany the tender. Tenders submitted without certified funds will not be considered.
9. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.
10. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of cash to complete the purchase. The deposit will be forfeited if the successful bidder does not finalize the agreement for sale within the required time.
11. All legal costs, title transfer fees and applicable taxes are the responsibility of the purchaser and are in addition to the bid price.
Dated the 13th day of December, 2021.
Cheryl Bailey, Administrator, Town of Eatonia
Ron Hope, (L) captain of Kindersley Fire Dept., accepts a donation of 32 quilts from the Cloth for Kids volunteers. | photo by Joan Janzen
June Nargang from the Kindersley Seniors Group, presented a cheque for $1,000 to the West Central Abilities Inc. L-R: Margaret Suru, Kim Edmunds, June Nargang, Lorne Kelsey and Brooke Nargang.
JOAN JANZEN
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Veronica Longmire’s memory lives on
The cartoon has a cashier saying to a customer, “Nice iron; your wife will love it. While I wrap it, you might want to go over to sporting goods and pick out a helmet”. You may not have bought an iron for a Christmas gift, but how about buying something made in Canada? Economists estimate if we spend just one percent more on Canadian goods, we could create 200,000 jobs. It causes one to wonder how many Canadian products we
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A made in Canada Christmas
have in our homes. If a family of four were to empty their home of everything made in China, Honduras, Thailand, India, Mexico, Japan, Korea, Pakistan and Bangladesh, what would be remaining inside? Unfortunately, we might find all that remains are their made-in-Canada children, because today, more than half of what we buy is foreign made.
In 2018, a Canadian father-son team started an online site called “Made in Canada”, in an effort to help shoppers
find Canadian-made products. They encourage consumers to become knowledgeable about the companies they choose to support so that they can make the most informed choices. You just do a search for whatever item you’re looking for, and the results reveal Canadian products available.
The phrase “Made in Canada” means at least 51% of the total direct costs of manufacturing the product took place in Canada. “Product of Canada” means at least 98 percent of
the total costs of manufacturing the product took place in Canada.
You may be surprised by many of the products that are made in Canada. People who enjoy testing their luck with lottery tickets, will be pleased to know that scratch tickets are printed in Winnipeg. Michelin tires are made in Nova Scotia and Paderno cookware was founded in PEI in 1985. Hillberg & Berk is a Canadian owned company, manufacturing 80% of their jewelry in Regina.
Initially, it will take more time to find everyday products made in Canada, but once shoppers gain this knowledge, they can easily choose to buy Canadian items. While shopping, one woman discovered garden hose attachments from Home Hardware were made in Canada, as well as Crest toothpaste and “Everyday Value” light bulbs were not only made in Canada, but cost less than those made in Mexico.
While shopping on Amazon is convenient, CBC’s marketplace looked into where those free returns end up. They discovered returns cross crossed throughout Ontario, where
trailers full of returns arrive at liquidators every day. It’s estimated about half of the items go into the landfill, because it costs more to sell the returned items, than to toss them in the trash. Consumers would be disappointed by this.
Amazon has a donation program for third party sellers, one in the US and one in the UK, but none in Canada. Some returns cover more than 5,000 kilometres before being resold. It’s estimated 5 billion lbs. of returns end up in US landfills each year; no Canadian estimates are available.
A made in Canada Christmas and choosing to shop locally really is a winning combination.
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Reinforcements arrived last week. My father, still weak and confined to bed most of the day, became surrounded by well-meaning Helpy Helpertons. At times, Hover and Fuss could be the name of our little caretaking business. I don’t mean to make light of the very real danger my father found himself in and the daughterly sense of duty we each innately understand and demonstrate in our unique ways; we put on our big girl pants and played to our varied and individual strengths. But this experience was new for all of us.
A high tolerance for pain is not something anyone should brag about, but those of us who have such a threshold can easily fall into taking on too much at times like these. I am reminded of that experiment with frogs: put a frog in a pot of boiling water, and he’ll jump out. Put him in a pot of slow-boiling water, and he’ll boil to death. We were boiling frogs.
We are not unique in this. According to all the research, most family caretakers burn out because they believe – are often told - they have some kind of superhero caretaking capacity that they actually don’t possess. Unfortunately, by the time they accept this reality and shrink back to human-size, they have burnt to a crisp. And studies show that few ever get their full mojo back.
It’s hard to put the oxygen mask on yourself before you put it on your child - or aged relative - it feels counter-intuitive, but it’s best for all parties involved. It’s neither selfish nor lazy to do so. It’s the opposite. It’s good medicine and, above all, it’s resentment prevention.
On the third week of our watch, we acquired a portable urinal so dad could pee without leaving the bed. It’s a pretty shade of blue, heat resistant, and comes with a removable spout with a valve on the bottom so that the gentleman’s pee flows into a second chamber where it gets sealed in. Hence the name, Spil-Pruf.
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In the end, dad opted for the container minus the spout. Which, of course, means we could just as well have given him a juice jar. But as it is, our little demo video, with three exhausted, dishevelled, giddy sisters in their sixties, filling the Spil-Pruf with water from the tap, turning it upside down, marvelling at the pricey pot to piss in, will remain a highlight of our time together.
Life is messy. We all know that. We just don’t like to think too much about it. When hardships and accidents happen, we do our best to climb out of the mess unscathed. “Dodged a bullet,” we might say. Or “Got lucky.” As if getting old is a question of luck. Something to be avoided at all costs. We live in a culture that pathologizes age and death, and that expects us to hide all signs of either. We operate under a bizarre etiquette that insists we be embarrassed by our wrinkles, bellies, and slow gaits.
(Raise your hands anyone else who wants to throw their computer across the room when advertisers appeal to our base curiosities with phrases like: You’ll cry when you see what she looks like now. As if it behooves movie stars to remain frozen in their prime in order to maintain our own illusions of immortality.)
Last night I walked through the freshly fallen snow to visit with an old radio pal. Years ago, we worked together on a daily show. I liked to say I was Ed McMahon to her Johnny Carson. (And I’m not apologizing for dating myself with the reference.) Now she lives in her childhood home nestled against a creek and tucked away from a busy Kelowna thoroughfare.
My friend moved back to Kelowna to be with her mother in her last years of life. I know few people who do what she did, who are capable of bearing witness to the extreme vulnerability of someone fighting to stay alive or relinquishing slowly to the arms of heaven. But my friend assures me, the intimacy that comes
from such an experience is unparalleled. But her story is hers to tell.
What I can share is that I felt safe confiding to her what I witnessed in myself as my days with my father in the hospital and then back in his home added up: Resentment. (It’s worth noting that the word resentment comes from the French resentir, to re-feel.)
With every lost hour of sleep, my resentments grew, among them: my past history with my father; a health industry making a buck off vulnerable people; the lack of care for broke elders; unwanted, and even the needed, advice from people who in theory have great ideas but have yet to put them into practice; loud-talking aides who feel they have the privilege to be familiar with and apply nicknames to old folks they’ve just met; lack of sleep; game shows every evening; lack of sleep; negotiating around a stubbornness to do things the old way despite a lack of mobility. Most of all, I resented myself, that I could not rise to every occasion and be there with a smile on my face no matter what the situation. Oh and, did I mention lack of sleep?
Behind every drama is resentment, my friend assures me. Messes are inevitable, but as a caretaker, you can, and must, prevent the drama by creating a break schedule, getting support, and not waiting until the point of no return where there’s no getting back to normal.
So, get some rest to allow love to take precedence again.
We do what we do out of love. And we owe love its rightful place in the room. When your weary and worried father manages a laugh, or a whisper thanks, or guesses the Final Spin on Wheel of Fortune, you realize you actually were of service. You know there is nowhere else you want to be – or are meant to be. You can bless the messes you’ve made instead of fretting over a little spill.
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CEO at Synergy Credit Union celebrates 40th anniversary
Alcoholics Anonymous
Monday: Kindersley AA Meeting
8:00 PM, Legion Hall
Tuesday: Brock AA Meeting
8:00 PM, Vesper Club
Tuesday: Leader AA Meeting
8:00 PM, Leader United Church
Wednesday: Eston AA Meeting
8:00 PM, St. Andrew’s United Church
Thursday: Kindersley AA Meeting
8:00 PM, 401 - 1st Avenue West
Friday: Kindersley AA Meeting
8:00 PM, St. Olaf’s Lutheran Church
Narcotics Anonymous
Tuesday: Kindersley NA Meeting 7:30 PM, 113 Main Street
Glenn Stang, CEO at Synergy Credit Union, celebrated his 40th anniversary in the credit union system. Glenn started his career with the credit union in September of 1981 as a teller. “My original intention was to work for one year to save enough money to begin post-secondary education,” Glenn said. Although he had planned on becoming a lawyer, “Over 40 years later, here I am the CEO at Synergy Credit Union,” he noted.
It’s obvious the credit union system has been good to Glenn, enabling him to develop skills and leadership abilities through various roles and formalized training. Those roles included working in both Luseland and Macklin for three years, Rosetown for ten years, and Lloydminster for 24 years.
“I also did some consulting work for Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (CUDGC) and SaskCentral that I feel really catapulted my career within the system,” he said.
Kindersley & Area
Christmas Hamper Program 2021
Coordinating Partners:
The Kindersley Food Bank, The Salvation Army and The West Central Crisis & Family Support Centre are joining forces to coordinate applications, receiving and distributing donated items for the Christmas hampers. Hamper items will follow Canada’s Food Guide expectations, with the extra December items to encourage and include a holiday meal, treats and children’s gifts.
Service Area:
The Christmas hampers will be distributed to recipients in towns within the Kindersley Food Bank’s service area only: i.e. Kindersley, Smiley, Flaxcombe, Marengo, Alsask, Coleville, Brock and rural residents within (please call with inquires to confirm otherwise).
Applications Welcomed:
Application Forms are available for pick up and completion at The Salvation Army, West Central Crisis and Family Support Centre, Kindersley Food Bank, and at the Hamper distribution location at the former Cameron’s Clothing Company at the Kindersley Mall. Applications must be completed and returned no later than Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 4:00 PM
Together We Can Make Everyone’s Christmas Merry!
Glenn is a firm believer in lifelong learning. Throughout his extensive career he completed online studies with the Credit Union Institute of Canada, the Canadian Institute of Financial Planners, and the Canadian Investment funds.
“I achieved my Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation through Credit Union Executives Society and recently became a certified professional director (Pro.Dir designation) through Governance Solutions,” he explained.
Glenn also served a three-year term on the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA) board and continued on to a second three-year term on a tri-provincial technology board. He appreciates that the credit union system believes in supporting and building strong communities, and is full of great people who share those values.
“The system has invested in me, developing my skills and leadership so that I can teach, lead and assist others to do
the same in the future,” Glenn said. “It is all a cycle that repeats.”
When he’s not at work, Glenn continues to support his community. He was a Kinsmen for 25 years, coached minor hockey for 17 years, volunteered at the Olive Tree, 100 men’s club and sat on the boards for Wheatland Regional Centre, Lloydminster Interval Home, Lloydmin-
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ster Economic Development, Downtown District Improvement, Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce, and KidSport. It’s an extensive list, but by no means complete. It’s an obvious understatement when Glenn says he enjoys giving back to his community.
Congratulations on your 40th anniversary with the credit union, Glenn.
I was introduced to a website last week which has some great historic photos of places in Saskatchewan, including this photo of the Kindersley Train Station from 1923. Check it out at www.prairie-towns.com
KCS fundraiser is a win-win
The annual Kindersley Composite Farm to School fundraiser always gives back to the community. This year KCS helped out Food Mesh and the Kindersley Food Hamper Program by distributing vegetables to both groups. This is the fourth year for this successful fundraiser, which raised approximately $4,000.
This student leadership fundraiser not only promotes health,
but also gives back to the community. Heidi Marchant from KCS explained, “Customers purchase bags of vegetables for their families, or can choose to purchase a bag of vegetables to feed people in our community who may need a boost this holiday season. No matter where the vegetables are purchased, half of the money stays to support student leadership initiatives and student activities in our school. It’s a win-win!”
May the Christmas Season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter. Thank you for making Kindersley your home! Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season! All the best in 2022.
Barbe Dunn from Food Mesh definitely agreed when KCS students delivered well over 1500 pounds of potatoes, carrots, parsnips, onions and cabbage to the Food Mesh door, in addition to donating vegetables to the Kindersley Food Hamper Program. These generous contributions will go a long way in helping out people in Kindersley and surrounding communities in the coming weeks before Christmas.
May the Christmas Season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter. Thank you for making Kindersley your home! Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season! All the best in 2022. Holiday Hours of Operation
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May the Christmas Season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter. Thank you for making Kindersley your home! Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season! All the best in 2022.
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The last paper of 2021 will be Monday, December 20th. There will be no newspaper published on December 27th or January 3rd. Thank you for your patronage. Merry Christmas!
KCS students deliver vegetables from their Farm to School fundraiser to Food Mesh in Kindersley. | photo by Barbe Dunn
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Klippers fall to bottom of division standings
JORDAN PARKER
Your Southwest Media Group
After an admirable win-streak last month, the Kindersley Klippers have fallen back down to earth.
The Klippers – marred by injuries and suspensions all year – now find themselves at the bottom of the Global Ag Risk Solutions division with 25 points.
playoff conversation.
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At 12-14-0-1 through 27 games, they’re over half the season in. They sit four points behind the next closest team, the Notre Dame Hounds. In their last 10, they’ve gone 4-6, including a walloping by the Humboldt Broncos on November 30.
“We need to work hard here. It was a good game against Notre Dame last weekend, but it’s because we stuck to our game plan. When we win, it’s because we pay attention to the plan,” said Assistant Coach Mitch Topinka.
Though they beat Notre Dame 3-1 on Friday, December 3, they were felled 7-2 in the game before that against the Humboldt Broncos.
“Last week against Humboldt, we had an unbelievable first period and then veered away. We went down
“Sometimes Pesenti makes four or five great saves in a row. We need our defensive core to be more assertive and clear guys out, so these goalies don’t need highlight-reel saves constantly,” he said. “We have arguably two of the best goaltenders in the league, and they stop a lot of rubber. They keep us in games every night.”
There have been trades and acquisitions over the last two weeks, and Topinka and Head Coach Ken Plaquin see positive changes.
“We did those deals for a reason, and we brought in three-four d-men to help the back end. They’re young and have upside,” he said.
“The changes in the dressing room have been positive, and hearing conversations there have been great. I mean, you never want to trade (Mark Snarr) your Captain away, but we felt a change was needed. Bringing in Josh Morton, Brayden Koch, and more has been a boost.”
The Klippers most recently acquired defenseman Liam Bell from the Nipawin Hawks for a 2023 2nd
Tylin Hilbig has led the Klippers in scoring so far this year. | PHOTO COURTESY KINDERSLEY KLIPPERS
Sports with Bruce Penton
In hindsight, pretty good year for sports
After a forgettable 2020, when almost all sports were COVID-halted, and fans were kept away even when the pro sports leagues resumed play (except for the Canadian Football League, which missed an entire season), a shadow of the status quo in the world of sports presented itself to fans in 2021.
And, looking back, it wasn’t that bad a year. So let’s do a quick recap:
— Athlete of the year: Damian Warner of London, Ont., laid claim to the title of world’s greatest athlete by winning the decathlon at the Tokyo Olympics, setting a points record by exceeding the 9,000 mark. Toronto swimmer Penny Oleksiak won three more medals to become the most decorated Canadian Olympian ever, with seven medals.
— Canadian baseball fans saw the emergence of a superstar in Vladimir Guerrero, Jr., who covered first base for the Toronto Blue Jays and created terror for opposing pitchers. Guerrero, only 22, belted 48 home runs and … well, Jays’ fans can hardly wait for the 2022 season. As spectacular as he was at the plate, Guerrero took a back seat in Major League Baseball headlines
to Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese phenom who crushed 46 home runs and also posted a 9-2 pitching record with a 3.18 ERA for the Angels. His pitching/hitting performance was unprecedented in the modern era. Long-suffering Atlanta Braves fans celebrated in early November as the team won its first World Series in 26 years.
— Speaking of long-suffering: How ‘bout those Montreal Canadiens? Their fans were ecstatic as the team made July’s Stanley Cup final (losing, however, to Tampa Bay) for the first time since winning it all in 1993, but languishing among the NHL’s worst teams as the current season got under way.
— Still with hockey, the flashy Oiler, Connor McDavid, continued to prove he’s in a class by himself, scoring highlight-reel goals almost on a weekly basis.
— If 2021 proved one thing, it was that age isn’t much of a deterrent to success. Tom Brady at age 43 led Tampa Bay Bucs to the Super Bowl in February, and 50-year-old Phil Mickelson became the oldest golfer ever to win a major title, taking the PGA championship at Kiawah Island in May.
— The biggest golf story of the year, however, was Tiger Woods’ car crash in February, which resulted in injuries so serious that the competitive career of the greatest golfer of all time is likely over. What isn’t over, though, is the continued ascension of Canadian golf stars on the PGA Tour, with Corey Conners (34th) and Mackenzie Hughes (39th) both among the world’s top 40 players. Brooke Henderson is No. 10 in the world among women.
— One of the most uplifting sports stories with a Canadian perspective was that of Leylah-Annie Fernandez, only 19, who burst upon the pro tennis scene by making it all the way to the final of the U.S. Open. She didn’t win it, but man, what a future awaits.
• Headline at theonion. com: “Baker Mayfield Struggling To Tune Out Booing Progressive Fans On Commercial Set”
• Headline at fark.com: “Angry pro snooker player says amateurs shouldn’t be allowed in tournaments because: A) it lowers the standards of the game; B) fewer people want to watch amateurs play; C) he lost.”
• Reader Todd J., reacting to a story on yahoosports. com about coach Lincoln Riley leaving Oklahoma and signing with USC Trojans: “Riley didn’t build a damn thing (at Oklahoma). He was handed the keys to a Mercedes, kept up with oil changes for a couple of years, then drove it off a cliff.”
• Columnist Norman Chad, on Twitter: “Here’s the thing about Ravens coach John Harbaugh: I root against him even when he’s ordering lunch at Popeyes.”
• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Tampa Bay receiver, Antonio Brown’s, in-house chef accused him of buying a fake vaccine card. They suspected the vaccine card was fake when it claimed to declare Brown immunized by Aaron Rodgers.”
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke. com: “Why the NHL handed Brendan Lemieux a five (for biting) game suspension: 5. To show incisive leadership; 4. His action left a bad taste; 3. To put more teeth into the rules; 2. That’s the molar of the story; 1. It was a gnashional disgrace.”
• Headline at Fark.com: “Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy tests positive for COVID-19, blames the officials.”
• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times, who called this snippet ‘Tooth and Consequences’: “The NHL suspended Kings winger Brendan Lemieux for biting the hand of the Senators’ Brady Tkachuk, drawing blood. Just Tkachuk’s luck — getting in a skirmish with a hockey player who actually has teeth.”
• Fox’s Joe Buck, on Packers QB Aaron Rodgers getting a pregame injection on his injured toe: “So Aaron is telling us he’s had that toe immunized.”
• Another headline at fark. com: “Brady-Belichick Super Bowl looking more and more likely. For whom would you root? Besides giant meteor, I mean.”
Care to comment? Email brucepenton2003@yahoo.ca
Busy week for Kindersley RCMP: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Kindersley RCMP Offer Holiday Safety Tips
With the holiday season upon us the Kindersley RCMP would like to remind area residents of some home and shopping safety tips:
• Ensure all doors and windows are locked at your home or business to keep any Grinch’s out.
• While homeowners are away during the holidays, people are asked to keep an eye out for their neighbours by watching for and reporting suspicious activity to police.
• Plan to be home when packages are supposed to arrive or arrange an alternate pickup location.
• Check your mail and front step every day.
• Don’t mail cash.
• Track your shipments, and if possible, opt for a “signature required” delivery.
• Consider installing surveillance cameras at your home or business.
• When out and about shopping if you have purchases in your vehicle and are continuing to shop make sure to lock those items in your trunks.
Kindersley RCMP also responded to three break and enters over the weekend at the Dodsland arena and both Eston and Plenty post offices. Police are asking that if anyone has any information to please contact the Kindersley RCMP. If you need to report any suspicious activity in your community, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment by calling 306-463-4642 or their local police service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan
Crime Stoppers by calling 1800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Online Crime Reporting can be accessed at: https://ocre-sielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/saskatchewan. *For more information on the calls to service please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment.
Investigating
collision involving pedestrian, seeking information from public
At 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, Kindersley RCMP responded to reports of a cyclist being hit by a vehicle approximately two and a half kilometres north of Kindersley on Highway 21.
Local EMS and fire also attended the scene. The victim, an adult male, was found on the east side of the highway next to his bicycle. He was transported to hospital with serious injuries. We will not be providing an update on his condition.
The driver of the vehicle that struck the victim left the scene. It is unknown what make, model or colour the vehicle was.
Kindersley RCMP and the Saskatchewan RCMP General Investigation Section continue to investigate.
Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed anything they believe could be in relation to this incident to report it to Kindersley RCMP at 306-463-4642 or to Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Kindersley RCMP seizes crack cocaine, charges two people in relation to drug trafficking investigation
On December 8, 2021 Kindersley RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence on Main Street in Kindersley after an investigation into drug trafficking in the area.
Officers located and seized 18 grams of crack cocaine and two firearms from the residence. Two occupants of the residence were arrested.
Jeremy McNall (DOB: 1992-07-12) of Kindersley, SK is charged with:
• 1 count, possession for the purpose of trafficking (crack cocaine), Section 5(2), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
• 1 count, possession of a weapon dangerous to
the public peace, Section 88, Criminal Code
• 1 count, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon, Section 91(2), Criminal Code
• 1 count, unsafe storage of a firearm, Section 86(2), Criminal Code
• 1 count, unlicensed possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition, Section 95, Criminal Code.
McNall has been remanded to appear on December 10, 2021 in Kindersley Provincial Court.
Summer Hagen (DOB: 1997-12-05) of Redwater, AB, was charged with:
• 1 count, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace, Section 88, Criminal Code
• 1 count, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon, Section 91(2), Criminal Code
• 1 count, unsafe storage of a firearm, Section 86(2), Criminal Code
• 1 count, unlicensed possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition, Section 95, Criminal Code.
Hagen will appear in Kindersley Provincial Court on January 18, 2021.
“This is an excellent example of Kindersley RCMP’s commitment to ensuring illicit drugs stay out of our community,” says Kindersley RCMP’s S/ Sgt. Kevin Peterson. “We always encourage members of the public to call us if they see suspicious activity or report it to Crime Stoppers. Together, we can make our community even safer.”
To report suspicious activity, contact the Kindersley RCMP by calling 306-463-4642 or your local police service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
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MILTON - Gail Meredith Milton (April 25, 1943 – November 26, 2021) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gail (nee Fisher) Milton at the age of 78.
Gail will be remembered by son Chris (Penny Jo) Milton, granddaugh-
ter Jordan Nicole, son Dwayne (Udelle) Milton, grandsons Bradley, Logan, Kyle and Jared, brother Ken (Linda) Fisher and his family, sister-in-law Joyce (the late Bryan) Milton and her family along with many other family members and dear friends.
Gail was predeceased by her husband Ken, parents Gordon and Margaret Fisher, Mother-In-Law Lily, sister-inlaw Patricia and brother-in-law Bryan.
There was a service held on Friday, December 3 at 2:00pm at St. Andrew’s United Church in Eston, SK.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Eston-Snipe Lake Funeral Chapel.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Rosetown Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gail’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society at support.cancer.ca.
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