Boundary Dam Unit 4 fired up on April 22, and it’s more significant than you might think
Up until now, the coal-fired power refurbishment may have seemed like a lot of talk. On Wednesday, April 22, it became real. That’s when Boundary Dam Unit 4 went back online, producing power.
Wilkie break-in, multiple charges highlight busy two weeks for Unity RCMP
A break and enter at a business in Wilkie leading to multiple charges was among the more serious incidents reported by Unity RCMP between April 14 and April 27.
Just A Gal From Glidden: Granny Smith turns 100, and she's still teaching me how to see
There I was in Grade 12 with eight pieces of artwork done and one problem left. Sculpture. I had nothing. The deadline was coming. My portfolio was due for the Visual Communications program…
‘New’ reporter has pedigree dating to the dinosaurs
Good day readers, just introducing myself as the new reporter for Your West Central Voice newspaper. My name is Stu Salkeld. I'm more than familiar with southwest Saskatchewan and east central Alberta…
Penton: McDavid the best — and most valuable
The debate rages on among hockey fans about the merits of the Hart Trophy winner as the National Hockey League’s most valuable player.
Pop 89: If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Egg Salad
My sister and I can get pretty excited about our lunches here at the Cancer Lodge. Today we had lentil soup with egg salad sandwiches, our favourite.
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…