Former Eston resident receives appointment by Governor-General
Dr. Robert Steadward of Edmonton was the sole person appointed this year as a Companion of Canada’s Order of Canada.
Alberta Clipper slams Saskatchewan, causing widespread damage
An Alberta clipper storm system walloped southern and central Saskatchewan Jan. 13-14, with roads from North of Maidstone, then Kindersley, Regina, Weyburn and Moosomin, as the storm rolled through the province in a southeasterly direction.
Hurry hard!
Students at Rossville School in Coleville have been enjoying the new floor curling games that were purchased by their SRC.
Great Plains College and Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation partnering to ‘Chase the Ace’
The Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation and Great Plains College are excited to announce a joint fundraiser. Tickets for “Chase the Ace in Support of Health and Education” will be available beginning January 13, 2021.
The Living Word: New beginnings
“Why don’t you like me?” questioned Lois’s house guest.
Lois was shocked. She had been annoyed with her husband for an extended period.
Murray Mandryk: We haven’t prepared for the COVID-19
The good news is that the light at the end of tunnel in the COVID-19 fight might be something than the proverbial train.
Letter to the Editor: Political Geometry
Had citizens of other countries been able to register their votes in the 2008 US presidential election, the Democratic candidate’s margin of victory would have been enormous.
Kindersley RCMP respond to 85 calls for service, Jan. 4th - 11th
Between January 4th to January 11th, 2021, Kindersley RCMP responded to 85 calls for service*.
Another major hit to farm income
In December 2020, the federal government announced that the carbon tax will increase to $170 per tonne by 2030.
Kindersley Legion welcomes federal pandemic aid
The Kindersley Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion was pleased to announce that they received financial assistance from the federal government to help with pandemic challenges.
Letter to the Editor: Wheatland Plus 50 Club needs support
HELP! Our Wheatland Senior Centre in Eston is in financial trouble due to the COVID-19 restrictions.
Major resident enjoys unique contact sport
There’s a new and unique contact sport that is becoming popular in Canada, especially on the prairies. Tyson Kemery, a resident of Major, Sask., is an enthusiastic participant in the sport.
R.M.of Snipe Lake donates to STARS
The Rural Municipality of Snipe Lake recently donated $5400 to STARS Air Ambulance in recognition of the important role STARS plays in emergency care in the province. The $5400 donation represents the average cost of one call out.
Check it Out: Why Canadians need a voice
A wife said to her husband, “I think you need a hearing test.” He replied, “Why do I need a hairy chest?”
Kindersley RCMP respond to 103 calls for service from Dec. 21 - Jan. 4
Between December 21st, 2020 to January 4th, 2021, Kindersley RCMP responded to 103 calls for service*.
Celebrate 2021 by lighting up the darkness
It’s January 2021, and there’s no looking back. Daylight hours are increasing, and day by day, the darkness is decreasing.
Dam good fishin’
Teens Michael Brown (Left) and Eli Ortman were ice fishing at the Motherwell Dam on January 3.
Top ten #ReasonsNotToCall911 of 2020:
We couldn’t leave 2020 behind without naming our ten 9-1-1 calls that “missed the mark” this year.
Bruce Penton: The year’s best quips, quotes and chuckles
Blogger Eric Stangel, after the Yankees signed pitcher Gerrit Cole for $324 million over nine seasons: “The Yankees also announced that beer at the stadium will now cost $734.”
Check It Out: Where’s the good news in 2020?
Did you hear that production was down at Santa’s workshop? Many of his workers have had to Elf isolate!