Town of Eston looking at new sports association
ESTON—The Town of Eston council has given its approval to explore changing the way some sports are managed in the community.
Storm rolls over Major
The Village of Major sits in the distance as towering storm clouds move across a blooming canola field around 6 p.m. on July 3.
The Bennett Buggy: When Horses Replaced Horsepower
When times were tough during the Dirty Thirties, many farmers removed the engines from their automobiles and replaced them with the most reliable source of power they had: a horse.
Filipino festival brings a taste of the Philippines to Kindersley
Everyone lined the streets for the Filipino parade on Saturday morning, July 4, in Kindersley. Colourful costumes, floats and street dancing were all part of the MassKara Festival-themed parade.
Musical Ride memories in Eston
The RCMP Musical Ride visited Eston more than 30 years ago, in the summer of 1994. Every four years, it travels to each province, raising funds for local charities and non-profit groups.
Flaxcombe honours Wes and Judy Becker with lifetime achievement award
The community of Flaxcombe presented Judy and Wes Becker with the first annual Flaxcombe Seniors Lifetime Individual Achievement Award on June 30.
Growing up one of 14 children shaped a lifetime of resilience
Not many people know what it’s like to grow up with 13 siblings. However, Monica Ritter of Kindersley was happy to share her experiences growing up in a family of 14 children.
FOAMY FUN!
Children cool off and laugh their way through the foam pit during the Canada Day celebration in Kindersley. Judging by the smiles, getting covered in bubbles was all part of the fun.
Battlefords Art Club exhibit opens at Kerrobert Courtroom Gallery
Art lovers will have plenty to explore at the Kerrobert Courtroom Gallery this summer as the Battlefords Art Club presents a multi-artist, multi-discipline exhibition…
Burstall truck fill station back in service
BURSTALL—The Town of Burstall's popular water truck fill station is back in operation following the completion of repairs associated with the community's water tank project.
Mike's pet cockatoo lifts his spirits
Emotional support animals come in all different varieties, including an Umbrella Cockatoo. “He was a gift from a friend 10 years ago. I got him after my wife passed away from cancer…
Town of Eston council accepts resignation of councillor McLeod
ESTON—The Town of Eston council accepted the resignation of one of its members at the regular meeting on June 23.
Regina Legion launches digital archive to mark 100 years
Regina's Royal Canadian Legion Branch 001 is marking the RCL's 100th anniversary by taking more than 2,000 pieces of Saskatchewan military history online.
TMX 2? Trans Mountain 3? West Coast Pipeline to parallel existing Trans Mountain route, foregoing northern ports
CALGARY—A new West Coast Pipeline project was announced on July 2, and it's a redux of the Trans Mountain Expansion…
Town of Kindersley financial report notes RCMP billing due later this summer
The Town of Kindersley council heard a regular financial update from staff that noted the annual RCMP policing invoice is expected later this summer.
Farmers' share of food dollar continues to shrink: APAS report
The share of the grocery dollar reaching Saskatchewan farmers continues to decline even as consumers pay more at the checkout, according to the Agricultural Producers Association…
Sask Wheat partners with Agriculture in the Classroom to boost agricultural literacy
The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) and Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan (AITC-SK) have announced a new three-year partnership…
Book Review: Tales from the Silence
James Bow spawned a stellar idea for an anthology. The fantasy and science fiction aficionado and communications officer (most Canadian writers have a day job)…
Free furnace upgrades available again through SaskEnergy affordability program
Income-qualified Saskatchewan homeowners once again have an opportunity to receive a free high-efficiency furnace through SaskEnergy's Heating Affordability Program (HAP).