St. Olaf Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor
Scott Kopperude officially began his role of pastor at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, located at 807 - 3rd Street West, Kindersley, in January of this year. However, he has been preaching there since last June.
Outdoor classroom in the works for Westberry
Westberry Elementary School is raising funds for a new and exciting project. Principal Chris Oscar said although their plans are at the earliest stages, soon they will be submitting a plan to the Sun West School Division for an outdoor classroom.
Rural 44 Water Public Utility set to begin construction
The Rural 44 Water Public Utility plans to begin construction in May. Division 2 Councillor, Lisa Oakland, holds the lengthy title of Project Liason for the Rural 44 Water Public Utility project.
Born to be wild
While most people are hiding out in the safety of their homes, Eatonia area resident Jenny Hagan is braving the elements and enjoying every minute of it.
Kindersley RCMP respond to 37 calls for service, Apr. 20, 2021
Acting on a call from a community member Kindersley RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious person.
Village of Dodsland receives grant for compost site
The Village of Dodsland is pleased to have been the recipient of a grant from The Municipal Economic Enhancement Program (MEEP). Saskatchewan municipalities that submitted and had their project plans approved by the Ministry of Government Relations could access funds from MEEP.
Increased COVID-19 Variants of Concern in multiple communities
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increased risk of COVID-19 variants of concern (VOC) in multiple communities in the southwest/westcentral areas, including Outlook, Rosetown, Kindersley, Maple Creek, Swift Current, Davidson, and Moose Jaw and surrounding areas.
Giving back
Kinley Hildebrandt and her mom Candis have been collecting toys for the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital for six years. “The toys are given to children who are admitted to the hospital. The toys are used to help pass the time, for therapy, and as prizes for bingo nights,” Candis explained.
There’s a new flower shop in Kerrobert!
Folks in Kerrobert and surrounding area are happy to have the added convenience of a flower shop in town now that Lori Knorr has expanded her business.
Kerrobert’s K-40’s and K-ettes celebrate 40 years
On April 25, 1981, the Kerrobert Kinsmen formed the K-40 and K-ette clubs. The following is a little bit of information about who and what a K-40 (for men) or K-ettes (for women) clubs are.
Greening of the pipeline grid
The southern prairies see greater than 2,400 hours of sunshine annually, compared to between 1,200 and 2,000 hours in the rest of Canada. It may not seem like it at times, but the prairies typically see some sunshine about 320 days every year.
Kindersley RCMP respond to 43 calls for service, Apr. 13, 2021
Between April 5th to April 11th, 2021, Kindersley RCMP responded to 43 calls for service*.
Kindersley Town Council Highlights - April 12, 2021
Town Council held their Regular Meeting on Monday, April 12, 2021. The following agenda items were resolved.
Local business owner enjoys new accommodations
Cheryl Mullock of Intuitive Interiors in Eston enjoys operating out of their newly built shop at 137 - 2nd Avenue East. Initially, Cheryl had set up a shop in her basement, with plans to build a shop at a later date.
Kindersley house sales are “pretty darn good”
If you take a drive around Kindersley, you’ll notice there are “sold” signs that have been popping up around town throughout the winter months and continuing into spring.
SaskPower crews busy after power pole catches fire
A power pole that caught on fire on Thursday, April 8, kept SaskPower crews busy just outside the Kindersley Mall location. This was not the only cause for power outages in the area.
Eston says goodbye to United Church Minister
St. Andrew’s United Church in Eston has been blessed with Barb MacNaughton as a Minister and friend. Barb and her husband Jim, who also ministered in Elrose and Kyle, have decided to move back to their home province of Nova Scotia to be closer to family.
Lemsford and Estuary ferries will open soon
The arrival of spring and warmer weather has inspired people to get out of their homes, venture outdoors, and do some yard work. Locals also anticipate a game of golf, going fishing, hiking and exploring some of the local tourist sites.
Eston veteran awarded Quilt of Valour
March 28, 2021, marked a special day for Paul Thompson of Eston, Sask. This was when he was the recipient of a Quilt of Valour from the Quilts of Valour Canada Society.
Fatal rollover south of Kindersley
Around 6:00 p.m. on April 6, 2021, Kindersley RCMP responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway #21 approximately 2 kilometers south of Kindersley.