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Go Figure: October 8
The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given…
Even Exchange: October 8
Each numbered row contains two clues and two 6-letter answers. The two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted.
Volunteers bring history alive at Kindersley threshing demonstration
Kindersley’s annual antique threshing demonstration was once again a huge success thanks to a lot of faithful volunteers pitching in and doing the hard work required to make it happen.
Streaming Source for the week of October 5
Here's what to watch and where to watch it for the week of Oct. 5, 2026.
Strange But True: Purple Carrots
The first documented carrots were purple, yellow and white. Orange carrots became popular in Europe in the 1500s, and many food historians believe Dutch growers promoted them...
Town of Kindersley will keep two tax title properties
KINDERSLEY – The Town of Kindersley council decided to keep two tax title properties for the municipality on the advice of its staff. The resolution was passed at the Sept. 28 regular meeting of council.
Town of Kindersley council approves daycare permit
KINDERSLEY – Parents in and around the Town of Kindersley appear to have another option for childcare as town council approved a permit for a daycare centre.
Moments in Time: Sherlock Holmes
On Oct. 14, 1892, "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle was published. The book was the first collection of Holmes stories…
Co-op Kids Club OCTOBER Birthdays!
Happy OCTOBER birthdays to our amazing Kindersley & District Co-op Kids Club Members! Wishing you an awesome day filled with smiles, fun, and cake!
The Garden Bug: Red Hot Poker
Known as "Red Hot Poker" or "The Torch Lily", this perennial is native to Africa. It thrives in well-draining soil, needs little care and resists pests.
Fun Fact: Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba is the largest artificiallake and reservoir in the entire world. Itlies between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Divas on a Dime: Mother's Roast Potatoes
My mother was not what anyone could call an enthusiastic cook. She cooked because her family insisted on needing dinner every evening. But she could make a roast potato better than anyone.
Best Bites: Vegetable Ribbon Salad
Welcome in the fall season with colorful ribbons of orange, green, yellow and red! Abundant zucchini, squash and carrots can be woven together with fettuccine pasta…
Celebrity Extra: JoAnna Garcia Swisher
I recently discovered the series "Sweet Magnolias" on Netflix and binged all five seasons over the summer. Is there going to be a sixth one anytime soon?
Trivia Test: Fred Flintstone
TELEVISION: Where does Fred Flintstone work on the animated series "The Flintstones"?
Top Ten Movies: Resident Evil
Resident Evil fights its way to the top spot while Spider-Man slips to number three and The Odyssey comes in at number four.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Everyone should have kids
Everyone should have kids. They are the greatest joy in the world. But they are also terrorists.
Pipeline Online: Strong oil prices see consistent drilling activity, but no surge overall
With oil prices in the US$90 range, drilling activity in Saskatchewan remains consistent, but has not seen a surge overall. Cenovus, however, is seeing some of its strongest numbers in years.
The Pod Report: Oct 1, Time for women to be the main characters
It’s time for women to be the main characters in their own stories, and podcasting is one way we can make that happen.