Remembering When: A Mother’s Place in Your Heart
One evening on the way home after a long day at work, I stopped by the grocery store to pick up some broccoli on sale. As I was deciding which heads to buy…
Check It Out: Fear shapes so much of life in Canada today
As I began writing this week, I discovered it’s Mental Health Week. Statistics show one out of every four people is suffering from a mental illness.
Kindersley to host Saskatchewan Emergency Leadership Forum May 7 to 10
A major gathering in Kindersley of firefighting and emergency services personnel will coincide with Emergency Preparedness Week May 3 to 9.
Trail time returns
Ryan Orton (centre) enjoyed a gorgeous afternoon on the Kindersley walking trail with his friend Kyle Anderson (on bike) and his pal Munroe the dog…
Wellness in action
Students at Eston Composite School show off their take-home kits during a hands-on Wellness Day filled with games, creativity and connection.
Zest of the West raises $35,000 for future community facility
Shaun Henry was thrilled to report the Zest of the West event, held April 18 in Kindersley, was a huge success. Approximately 450 people enjoyed refreshments and food provided by 21 vendors…
From personal tragedy to community impact
Volunteer Appreciation Week is an opportunity to celebrate dedicated local volunteers. April 19 to 25 highlights the connection, purpose and meaningful change volunteers…
Ventriloquist Michael Harrison to bring ‘Ventastic’ tour to Luseland school
LUSELAND — Students in Luseland will get a live dose of ventriloquism, storytelling and puppetry next month as part of a provincewide school tour.
Helping little learners
Tom Morris, president of the Rotary Club of Kindersley, presents a $750 cheque to Shannon Lane, vice-president of the Kindersley Playschool, in support of local early childhood programming.
Leader athletes advance at SWAC badminton sectionals
LEADER — Students from Leader Composite School were among the top performers at senior badminton sectionals held April 18, earning multiple podium finishes…
Slippery start
A jackknifed semi blocked the eastbound lane of Highway 7 east of Marengo after a call at 8:47 a.m. Saturday, April 25, with reports of injuries and a fuel leak.
Crowds turn out as spring market season opens in Kindersley
Although spring weather has been unpredictable, the season of markets and garage sales has officially begun in Kindersley. Neither gale-force winds, snow, sleet nor rain…
From Rosetown to the world: Teen’s first trip sparks lifelong love of travel
“When you’ve lived in Saskatchewan your entire life and rarely been out of Canada, there isn’t a lot that isn’t new,” 19-year-old Amaris Manning from Rosetown said.
Leader drama students bring home awards!
The drama students from Leader Composite School experienced an exciting weekend at the Regional Drama Festival in Swift Current where they performed “Hamlette”.
Supporting local impact
Eston 95 Lions president Nicole McCormac presents Alex, of the Village of Hope, with a $1,000 donation from the club.
Adopted for the afternoon
A tea party took place at Westberry School on Friday afternoon, where students provided entertainment and shared tea with their grandparents.
Lifesaving support
Representatives from the Kerrobert Kinsmen present a newly donated pediatric crash cart to staff at the Kerrobert Integrated Health Facility, strengthening emergency care for young patients.
Community champion recognized for lasting impact in Kindersley
Joanne Kosolofski was awarded a Community Champion Award for Outstanding Volunteer by Rivers West District for Sport, Culture and Recreation.