Bridal fashions from 1989!
Ashley Rye, front, smiles as she takes the stage at Kindersley’s first Bridal Fair and Fashion Show at the Kindersley Inn, accompanied by Tara Dietz in a blush pink gown.
Super-sized bucket to go?
It may look like this trucker asked for a super-sized bucket of chicken for the road, but don’t be fooled. The “bucket” is actually a wind-damaged sign from the local Kentucky Fried Chicken.
The origins of the Ugly Christmas Sweater
During the holiday season, many people dig out their so-called ugly Christmas sweaters. Workplaces often designate days for employees to wear them…
A Swingin’ Night Out in the ’70s!
Fifty years ago, the Bamboo Gardens was the place to be in Kindersley. Disco lights, funky tunes, and bell-bottoms in full effect, the night club came alive when Ricky Campbell took over…
Eston male models celebrated 20 years ago
Twenty years ago, bare-chested male models from Eston gained national attention when their photos appeared in the Real Men of Eston calendar.
Double double decades of service!
The Tim Hortons franchise opened its doors twenty years ago in Kindersley on November 19, 2005. The photo shows signs being installed on the building.
Doris’ memories paint a picture of the past
KINDERSLEY – It was my pleasure to spend some time with Doris Kellington, who resides in Kindersley at Dawnview Apartments.
German pioneers blazed a trail to Luseland
According to a contribution submitted to Historic Saskatchewan’s Facebook page, Volga German settlers built a new church in 1910.
A look back at the birth of Curling Clubs in Eston
In 1923, the first curling rink was built in Eston, featuring two sheets of curling ice. It was adjacent to an open-air skating rink situated on 3rd Avenue East.
Tisdale’s Sales & Service marks 70 years in Kindersley
This year, Tisdale’s Sales & Service celebrates 70 years serving the Kindersley community. The business first opened its doors in 1955, and it continues to provide vehicles and service…
KERROBERT MUSEUM: Kerrobert’s First Store
William Burton Sample arrived at the site of what would soon become Kerrobert on May 4, 1910. Traveling from Lloydminster, he came to explore the “new country” in the area…
Snipe Lake History
The former hamlet of Snipe Lake is located between Eston and Madison on a CNR line in western Saskatchewan. The post office was opened in 1917 shortly after the railway…
Mavis Bueckert enjoys a blessed life
Mavis Bueckert has been living happily at the same address in Kindersley for the past sixty years. The 93-year-old took some time to share memories from her long and happy life…
Twenty years ago these community leaders were honoured
Twenty years ago a total of 75 Saskatchewan Centennial medals were awarded to Kindersley and area community leaders for their contributions to community development.
Memories of the original Dodsland Hospital live on
The history of the original Dodsland Hospital was documented in the book Golden Milestones: Dodsland, Druid and Districts. The hospital’s story began in 1916…
Terry Fox’s legacy is in its 45th year
KINDERSLEY - It’s been forty-five years since Terry Fox first headed out on his famous run, which heralded the long-lasting legacy of the Terry Fox Run taking place all across Canada.
A glimpse into Luseland’s history
These photographs are from more than a century ago. The construction of the Luseland School was documented in 1920 according to the Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan.
52 Years of Preserving Local History
KERROBERT – For more than half a century, the Kerrobert and District Historical Society has been the guardian of the community’s heritage.
Did you know Frankenstein’s monster survived a Sask cyclone?
Did you know the actor who portrayed Frankeinstein’s monster in the 1931 movie survived the Regina cyclone in 1912? His name was William Pratt, but he later changed his stage name to Boris Karloff.
Goose Festival is in its 53rd year!
KINDERSLEY - The upcoming Goose Festival 2025 is in its 53rd year! Throughout the years, it has included many different types of events, and Goose Festival 1984 illustrates…