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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Battlefords Bright Spots

Time in a capsule

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

The Junior Citizen of the Year for the Northwest region for 2013 is Jonathan Neigum of Unity, a graduate of Unity Composite High School. Each year the News-Optimist, the North Battleford Lions Club and Battlefords and District Co-op ask “Who has made a real difference in your community?” and select both a Citizen of the Year and a Junior Citizen of the Year. See the Jan. 2 Regional Optimist for more. Photo by Michael’s Photography

Jerry Wintonyk, manager of the building and licensing department of the City of North Battleford, has been named the 2013 Citizen of the Year by the News-Optimist, the North Battleford Lions Club and Battlefords and District Co-op. Wintonyk has been with the City of North Battleford for 36 years and is described as a steadfast ambassador of the Battlefords, representing his community very well locally and throughout the province.

Tuesday is the last day of a special year for North Battleford. The centennial of the city has been celebrated, the memorabilia has been gathered up and a time capsule will be settled safely away – to be opened in another 100 year’s time.

“We are very excited to preserve some of our community’s artifacts for future generations,” Tammy Donahue Buziak, chair of the Cityof North Battleford 2013 Centennial Committee, has said. “It is our goal, with this centennial time capsule, to showcase our community during 2013. When future residents open up this time capsule in 100 years, they will get a true look at what our lives were really like. This capsule will allow us all to be recorded in time and will ensure a legacy for years to come.”

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the city’s newest cultural facility, the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts, with a 1 p.m. event planned to give residents a chance to see the artifacts to be placed in the time capsule for the last time, and to bid goodbye to 2013.

Items prepared for inclusion in the time capsule include photographs, school art from children, postcards to the future, a complete penny collection, newspapers, currency, children’s charter, posters, poems and a letter from the mayor, as well as other important memorabilia.

The general public could purchase an envelope to be sealed inside the capsule for a $20 donation.

With its treasures, the time capsule will be placed at the exact spot where the 1988 capsule was placed, and which was opened in May as part of the yearlong celebrations. That will happen in the spring of 2014 when the weather warms up.

And now on to 2014.

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Two cabins burn at Cochin Staff COCHIN — A major fire destroyed two homes in the resort village of Cochin just before Christmas.

On Sunday, Dec. 22, WPD Ambulance advanced care paramedics and primary care paramedics responded to a fire in Cochin.

When WPD paramedics arrived on scene the fire had spread to a neighbouring cabin, consuming both of them.

According to WPD it was believed the initial fire started in the shed, which started the first cabin on fire. WPD Ambulance was on the scene for approximately one hour before both fires were extinguished by the Cochin Fire

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Department. WPD treated no patients on scene.

News accounts of the blaze indicate that at least one family is lucky to be alive after the blaze, as a volunteer firefighter travelling through Cochin noticed one of the homes on fire and stopped to assist.

Reports are that he helped two children and an infant escape the blaze, and then went back and had to kick a door down in order to rescue the family dog while the fire was burning.

It was several minutes later that firefighters were able to arrive, according to reports, but the blaze ended up spreading to a nearby cabin and consumed both of them.

Maidstone commander under investigation Staff MAIDSTONE — The detachment commander for Maidstone RCMP was removed from his command Dec. 5 after information was received by senior management that there may have been inappropriate workplace behaviour.

The member is a male sergeant with more than 20 years of service.

An internal code of conduct investigation has been initiated.

According to a press release, the RCMP takes these types of situations seriously, which is why the member was removed from the workplace and an internal code of conduct investigation ordered.

As with all investigations, the RCMP will not be releasing the name of the member who is the subject of the internal code of conduct investigation. If it is determined this employee contravened the code of conduct and informal disciplinary action is sufficient, this action is considered personal information as defined in Section 3 of the Privacy Act. If it is determined that formal discipline is warranted, then a formal disciplinary hearing is initiated.

The results of these hearings are open to the public and are available upon request (not through a formal access to information and privacy request). If there are statutory charges, the name of the member will be released through a media release.

One killed in crash Staff Battlefords Rural RCMP responded to a fatal twovehicle collision approximately 1.5 kilometres west of Delmas at 3:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20.

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The collision occurred when a pickup truck travelling eastbound on Highway 16 struck a passenger car crossing the highway travelling southbound on a secondary grid road.

The driver of the car, an elderly man, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the pickup truck, an adult woman, was uninjured in the crash. A second passenger in the truck, an adult man, sustained minor injuries.

North Battleford Fire Department also attended, with one apparatus and four personnel and were on the scene about 25 minutes.

Eastbound traffic was reduced to one lane of travel while Battleford Rural RCMP investigated the collision. The RCMP traffic services collision reconstruction team assisted.

Also assisting at the scene were members from Battlefords EMS.

Local organizations received welcome donations this holiday season thanks to fundraising efforts of the North Battleford Parttime Fire Fighters Association. Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Battlefords Humane Society and Battlefords Boys and Girls Club each received $1,000 cheques. All money donated by the association was raised through activities such as registrations, proceeds from social events and donations from businesses through raffles. The fundraising effort goes above and beyond the usual valuable role part-time firefighters play in the community, responding to situations where the full-time firefighters need an extra hand. On hand to present the cheques at the fire hall on Friday were Lindsay Holm (president NB Firefighters Assoc.), Robert Beatch (part-time firefighter) and Trevor Watts (part-time firefighter and president NB Part-time Fire Fighters Assoc.).

Accepting cheque were BUH Foundation Executive Director Claudette McGuire and BUHF chair Brenda Sparrow (top photo), Michelle Spark of Battlefords Humane Society with 10-day-old Chihuahua Jellybean (middle photo) and Breena Penner and Krista Wouters of Battlefords Boys and Girls Club. Photos by John Cairns

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NDP leader pushes for movement on local issues

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Opposition leader Cam Broten has some mixed reviews about the past year of activity at the legislature.

On the one hand, he cites a productive year – a year that started out with a leadership race, and ended with the party active in raising a variety of issues in the legislature.

At the same time, he is dissatisfied with some of what he has seen from the

Brad Wall government, with Broten critical of what he calls a “dismissive” attitude on a number of issues.

On the positive side, in a conversaton with the NewsOptimist, Broten talked about “good steps we’ve been doing in terms of building and working with the province, and in the last session building on the work we’ve been doing and the things that we’ve heard from Saskatchewan people.”

Extensive ground was covered in the last sitting,

Broten said, but three topics that stood out for him were long-term care, education issues including having the right resources in the classroom, and the need to better diversify the economy.

On long-term care Broten said he is “not satisfied with the response that we see from this government, because it’s a response that’s still being dismissive and not actually addressing the root causes of the problem.”

He did say he was pleased to be able to talk about the

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Major League Baseball’s Andrew Albers was at the Battlefords and District Co-op Mall Dec. 21 signing autographs. Among those thrilled to meet their MLB hero were Ben and Steven Ramsay. Photo submitted

Three arrested for fighting Staff Friday, Dec. 20 at approximately 10:50 p.m., North Battleford RCMP responded to a report of a fight involving several people on 101st Street.

A 36-year-old man was located suffering from a head injury after reportedly being struck with a bottle.

Three men were arrested

by RCMP in connection with the incident.

An 18-year-old man is facing charges of assault and disturbing the peace. He was remanded to North Battleford Provincial Court Monday, Dec. 23. He was also arrested for an outstanding warrant for aggravated assault.

A 19-year-old man is facing charges of assault with a weapon and disturbing the

peace and was also remanded into custody for Monday, Dec. 23. He was also arrested for outstanding warrants for aggravated assault and impaired driving. A 26-year-old man is facing charges of disturbing the peace and uttering threats. He has since been released for a first appearance in the New Year.

The victim of the assault was treated and released.

Man to appear in January on indecent assaults at Moosomin Staff A man from Prince Albert facing eight indecent assault counts involving alleged incidents at the Moosomin First Nation’s Day School appeared in court Dec. 23. He is due to reappear Jan. 27.

North Battleford RCMP say the man was charged after a lengthy investigation into allegations dating back to 1964 involving at least eight victims.

The accused, age 69, was

a teacher at the day school at the time of the alleged offences. The school is no longer in operation.

The matters were disclosed initially to North Battleford RCMP in January of 2008.

No. 16 bypass rollover Staff North Battleford Fire Department responded to an incident on Highway 16 bypass Monday at about 6:19 p.m. where, just by the overpass, a single vehicle had slid, hit

the guard rail and went into the ditch.

There were no injuries and minor damage to the vehicle.

Four NBFD personnel were on the scene for just over half an hour.

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In the spring sitting, Broten said the response was there was “no cause for alarm” and that “everything was fine.”

After the opposition continued to raise the issue Broten said, “eventually the government caved and said ‘OK, we’ll do this CEO tour and see what’s t h e r e . ’ We l l , the report from that tour just really confirmed what families were saying all along, that chronic shortstaffing was creating problems in many care facilities.”

The government’s response, Broten said, was a one-time payment fund, but he said CEOs of major health regions said it wouldn’t address the problem of staffing shortages.

While not happy with the response, Broten said he was “pleased that in the province now we are talking about this in a bigger way, and that people are expecting and demanding better.”

He also called the government “dismissive” in the wake of a highly-critical auditor’s report earlier this month – a report that had prompted Broten to call on Finance Minister Ken Krawetz to resign.

“For an auditor to go that far and make an adverse opinion is unprecedented,” he said. Broten was critical of the government’s “brushingoff” approach to the whole issue and said that was the reason he called on Krawetz to resign.

Economic diversification

has become even more of an issue for Broten following the massive layoffs at PotashCorp earlier this month.

“Anytime someone loses a job it’s of great concern and a tragic thing, but especially with Christmas right around the corner it’s all the worse,” said Broten.

“This should serve as a wakeup call to this government that a better job needs

Battleford matters needs the attention from all levels of government to properly address the issue.” Broten pledged to continue to call for “real action” and support from the province.

Another important local issue is the replacement of Saskatchewan Hospital.

While planning intensified in 2013, shovels are still not in the ground for that project as the year comes to a close.

“The w a i t , again, is concerning,” said Broten.

“The slow walking that we’ve seen from this government on the issue is a big concern when promises have been made.”

Broten criticized the government’s track record on building public facilities in general, and criticized publicprivate partnerships or P3s, calling it a recipe for delays and more costs.

“Saskatchewan people and especially those in the Battlefords have a right to ask the tough questions,” he said.

Looking ahead to 2014 Broten expects the NDP to continue their focus “based on what we’re hearing from families, about what matters to them.” He intends to continue to focus on senior care and better health care, and on education and economic diversification as the key issues in the legislature.

While those will be the focus, Broten pledges his party will raise other issues as well, based on the feedback and emails they continue to receive. “There’s no shortage of things to be talking about,” he said.

The case is that North Battleford matters needs the attention from all levels of government to properly address the issue.

— Cam Broten to be done on diversifying the economy.”

While Broten expressed confidence in the future of the resource sector, he was critical of what he calls the government’s approach of putting “all its eggs in one basket, and instead of that we need more eggs and more baskets.”

Of concern in the Battlefords is the public safety issue, which was raised in the legislature this fall.

Broten said it was a topic that came up often in his meetings in the Battlefords, and calls it concerning “when we see this government’s approach to not really partner the way they should be with the local community to address the issues.”

He notes some good local steps to address the causes of the situation such as the HUB, but was c,ritical of the minister of corrections for saying the community needed to put forward a “business case.”

“The case is that North

Tuesday, December 31, 2013 - PAGE 4

‘Tis the season for sharing the B’fords Publishing Super Virus

By Becky Doig

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Editor

As I dealt with email Friday morning this heading on a Government of Saskatchewan press release caught my eye, “Public reminded to take steps to avoid flu.”

I coughed, blew my nose for the 100th time that hour and said, “Yeah, go hide in your basement under the bed.”

One of the basic tenants of the flu season is “if you are sick, stay home!” Great advice, but who actually believes that is possible? In this crazy business, at this time of year it just isn’t. The deadlines get crunched together in a crazy fashion that forces us to put up a flow chart on the newsroom whiteboard to keep us on track. And, we still spend most of the month of December in a muddled state of confusion.

It’s the same for every department in the building. Everyone from the front office staff to the production crew has to keep those deadlines front and centre. In short, there is no time for anyone to be sick. In fact, the newsroom has a rule that members of the crew can be sick only on a Thursday afternoon or Friday at any time of the year. Illness must be suppressed by a super human effort of denial any other day of the week.

This just isn’t a job you can put off until next week.

The phone system would have a nuclear meltdown taking calls about “where’s the paper?” if we just took a couple of weeks off to accommodate those who stayed home to

CORNER protect their coworkers from the flu. That’s what would have to happen, because when one cog drops out, the whole machine breaks down.

So, someone came to work sick. I won’t name any names, Joyce, but … and the sharing began. And into denial we went, crunching deadlines, getting the job done, so we could collapse and then spend a couple days with our families before doing it all over again.

And if there weren’t enough days in that stretch to fully recover, we go back to sharing the Battlefords Publishing Super Virus with those who may have dodged it so far. It is

a season for sharing.

Turns out the only advice the government press release was sharing was to get a flu shot, so here are some helpful hints from Centres for Disease Control and Prevention: • Avoid close contact (no New Year’s Eve smooching) with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick. too.

• If possible, stay home from work, school and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

• Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcoholbased hand rub.

• Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home, work or school, especially when someone is ill. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food.

Good luck. Stay healthy.

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Efforts of the RCMP greatly appreciated Dear Editor After following the news releases provided by the Battlefords RCMP force over the last month or so, we would like to take the opportunity to thank you and congratulate the members for the work they do, particularly in the Resort Village of Cochin and area. We certainly have a greater appreciation of your day, what an eye opener the citizens have experienced. You folks deal with a lot of stuff that must be frustrating to say the least.

Our council and administration wish all of the folks in the detachment a happy New Year. And, as always, we are here to assist in any way we can.

Brad Pattinson Mayor, Resort Village of Cochin

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Colonel (retired) Gil Bellavance: For God and Country

By Richard W. Hiebert, PhD North Battleford Centennial Historical Committee

Ghislain Rene Joseph Bellavance was born late on Christmas Eve, 1935, to Joseph and Marie-Therese at North Battleford. He was raised on a farm near Paynton. The Bellavance family moved to Delmas during the Second World War. Gil’s dad was in the service so the family was without a primary breadwinner. Fortunately, Gil’s mother was a strong and resolute woman, who ably provided for her family. After the war, Gil’s father returned home from his tour of duty and the family moved again, to the Battlefords. Gil took five years of formal schooling at Delmas, then in Battleford, and then completed high school at St. Thomas College (in the old Government House, and later at 891 - 99th St.).

Gil’s extraordinary life has been a rich tapestry, woven of service, responsibility, adventure and courage. Gil joined the army as a private soldier in 1954, serving first in the Battlefords, and then with the Infantry School at Camp Bordon, Ont. In 1957, upon graduation from Royal Roads, Victoria, B.C., he was commissioned into the Royal 22e Regiment (the elite Van Doos). He served two years with his regiment in Germany, and later in Canada. In 1960, he was trained as a paratrooper in Rivers, Man. He later trained in the United States with the U. S. Special Forces (the legendary Green Berets). The Green Berets’ intense training regimen tested the skill and spirit of the most resolute soldier. Gil met this challenge, after which he served on staff at Quebec and Ottawa. He steadily rose through the ranks taking on increasingly more responsibility and challenges. In 1966, after completing his work at Kingston, he was posted to the Far East (Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam) for a year with the International Commission. Gil then returned to his regiment and, as second in command of his battalion, served in Cyprus and Canada. In addition, he has served in Malaysia with the British army. In 1971, because of his extensive experience in both arctic and jungle operations, and as a paratrooper, Gil was appointed deputy commander of the Canadian Airborne Regiment. In 1973, he assumed command of the Canadian Airborne Training Centre in Edmonton and remained in this capacity until 1977. Life was good. The future held great promise. After his work with the Airborne Regiment was finished, he was posted to the Middle East as the senior operations officer with the United Nations Emergency Force in the Sinai. His duties required him to travel extensively in Egypt, Israel, Jordan and Syria. In 1978, Gil’s last Regular Force posting was in Regina where he assumed command of the Air Command Detachment, a position he held until 1983. His duties included representing the Forces with the Saskatchewan Government, overseeing the Provincial Warning Centre and supervision of all cadet units in the province.

Gil retired from the Regular Forces in 1983. But “retirement” wasn’t part of his makeup and character. Consequently, he served as the commander of the Saskatchewan Militia District for three years, after which he finally retired from military service with the rank of colonel. Gil was later appointed honorary colonel of the North Saskatchewan Regiment. He served in this capacity for 13 years. Remarkably, Gil’s military service, full and part time, totalled 45 years. He was also a member of the Army Cadet League for more than 25 years, and was Saskatchewan branch president of this organization for 20 years. He is currently past president.

Recently, Gil was awarded the Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Medal - high honour in recognition of his many years dedicated to youth in the Army Cadets.

Colonel Bellavance’s involvement in the military was not limited to the foregoing.

Since 1989 he has been involved with the Veterans Assistant Programs, particularly the Last Post Fund. In this regard, he was responsible for reopening the LPF Branch in Saskatchewan, serving as branch president until 1993. He later served as vicepresident for Western Canada, and later as national president from 1999 to 2001.

Gil continues to serve on the board of the Saskatchewan Branch. In addition, he is a long-time member of Branch No. 9 of the Royal Canadian Legion. He was also a member of the North Saskatchewan Board of Governors of the Corps of Commissionaires for several years.

There are few citizens who could match Col. Bellavance’s dedication to his country and fellow man. It was a high honour and fitting that he should be awarded the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation for outstanding service to his country,

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his community and his fellow veterans.

It is difficult to determine an end point with respect to Gil’s legion of accomplishments and community service. He has been a member of the Knights of Columbus Hamelin Council No. 5878 for a remarkable 59 years. He continues to be involved in its programs and charitable works, serving in many capacities.

He was president of the K of C and Associates Charity Bingo Group for several years. He has also been a fourth degree knight since 1967, currently serving for a second time as the Faithful Navigator for the Dr. Uhrich 4th degree Assembly of North Battleford.

Gil’s contributions to his community are impressive as well. In 1984-85, he served on the provincial committee which planned and organized the ceremonies and events marking the centennial of the Northwest Rebellion. In addition, he has been a long-time member of the Battlefords North West Historical Society. He served as its secretary-treasurer for many years, and is now president, a position he has held since 2008. In addition, he has represented the Battlefords as a provincial director of the Saskatchewan Architectural Heritage Association for four years, two as treasurer. He is also on the board of directors of the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and is currently its secretary. Finally, Gil is the chair of the City of North Battleford Centennial Historical Committee and has played a key role in documenting and showcasing 100 years of our city’s history.

Gil has received many honours for a lifetime of selfless service and for this he was lauded and given many awards. But in recognition of his countless hours of community work, The Battlefords and district bestowed its greatest honour on Gil by naming him the Citizen of the Year for 2007.

Gil is a man of faith. He is a member and supporter of St. Andre Catholic Church and has served many years on the parish committee as chairman, and now as treasurer. In addition, he serves on the board of the St. Andre Society as well as the board of Manoir Marchildon Senior Citizens’ Home. He also volunteers regularly in support of Villa Pascal. As if this is not enough, he volunteers for the St. Mary School Reading Assistance Program. Finally, Gil served on the board of Catholic Family Services of the Battlefords for four years.

Despite Gil’s incredibly full life, he was above all a family man. He and Margaret Jean Waters were married in 1957 and enjoyed a long and happy marriage.

They were blessed with three children, two of whom were born in Germany during Gil’s service overseas, 10 grandchildren and five-great grandchildren. Sadly, Jeanie, Gil’s wife and life-partner, passed away in 2012.

It is difficult to put into perspective Gil’s extraordinary life. We stand in admiration of one who has accomplished so much. We ask, who could do as much – not for himself, but for others? Moreover, he has not ceased from doing good works. He continues to serve. Colonel Bellavance deserves our profound and heartfelt thanks. On the occasion of our city’s centennial, we salute a truly great citizen – Col. (Gil) Bellavance.

In 2014, watch this space for a weekly News-Optimist feature, Everybody Has a Story, featuring interviews with people of the Battlefords and area. Get to know your community!

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The end cannot be used to justify the means Around the time of Christ, the Roman poet Ovid made a statement that still has relevance today.

He said, “The end does not justify the means.” In other words, just because the result is good, that doesn’t mean you can use any method you like to get there.

An immoral or unethical methodology isn’t somehow purified by what seems to be a beneficial outcome. There are numerous examples of this in the Bible.

When Satan tempted the Lord Jesus, he offered Him dominion over all the kingdoms of the Earth, if only

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He’d bow down and worship him (Matt. 4:8-9). It was a valid goal, and we know that Christ will indeed reign one day as “King of kings and Lord of lords.” (Rev. 19:16) However, bowing to the evil one was not the right way to achieve that. Only God is to be worshiped (vs. 10). And it’s God the Father who will give his Son dominion over the kingdoms of men (Ps. 2:7-9; Dan. 7:13-14). Right ending, wrong means, and the end does not justify the means.

Another interesting example of this is found in Leviticus chapter 10. Two priests named Nadab and Abihu came to burn incense in the tabernacle of worship. The smoke of burning incense was a ceremonial picture of praise and prayer ascending to the Lord (cf. Lk. 1:9-10).

But something was terribly wrong. It may seem like a small thing, but it wasn’t insignificant to God. The Bible tells us that Nadab and Abihu “offered profane fire before the Lord” (Lev. 10:1) and it cost them

their lives (vs. 2). It seems that the burning coals to ignite the incense were to come from the altar of sacrifice, out in the tabernacle courtyard (cf. Lev. 16:11-12). But what’s the difference? Fire is fire, isn’t it? No, not in God’s sight. With their disobedience, the two men had spoiled an important biblical symbol.

Fire from any other source to ignite the incense destroyed the picture of what God wanted the people to know. Our right to come before God to offer our praise and prayers is based on our cleansing from sin through the shed blood of the sacrifice. Those Old Testament tabernacle ceremonies were simply a foreshadowing of what was to come. In the New Testament, we learn that sacrifice was offered by Christ on the cross, and it is through Christ that we may approach the throne of God in prayer.

There’s an interesting postscript to the account in Leviticus, perhaps shedding light on the root of the problem. After Nadab and Abihu were slain by God, the Lord told Aaron, ““Do not drink wine or intoxicating drink, you, nor your sons with you, when you go into the tabernacle of meeting

… that you may distinguish between holy and unholy.”

(Lev. 10:9-10).

When judgment is fogged by drugs or alcohol, serious mistakes can be made.

However, the main error of the two men was bringing unauthorized fire into the tabernacle. What should have been used was to come from the tabernacle courtyard, a provision of God connected to the sacrifice, not brought

in from the outside, at the whim of man.

Francis Scott Key (17791843) is known in American history chiefly as the author of The Star-Spangled Banner.

However, he was a dedicated Christian who taught Sunday school in his church. Key wrote a number of hymns, including one that reminds us who is the Lighter of the flame of our devotion to God.

Taking its title from the opening line, the hymn says, “Lord, with glowing heart I’d praise Thee, / For the bliss Thy love bestows, / For the pardoning grace that saves me, / And the peace that from it flows: / Help, O God, my weak endeavour; / This dull soul to rapture raise: / Thou must light the flame, or never / Can my love be warmed to praise.”

Still, what can I give?

Heading into yet another year I’m still faced with the same dilemma: what do I give Him? Christmas is over but the question lingers.

I was awed by the offerings of Magi; the opulence and timeliness of their gifts is beyond my ability to give.

Then, the generosity of a young man in giving up his lunch still amazes me; as the mother of two sons I realize what a sacrifice that must have been. I’d like to believe that both our boys would have willingly surrendered their meal, especially in the face of overwhelming odds against the gift making any difference to the situation.

And in spite of voracious appetites!

I am touched deeply by

Mary’s purchase of expensive fragrant oil, especially in view of her limited resources and her defiance of traditional roles of women. I’m convinced she was well aware of the hostility she would encounter, but love overcame fear. So in light of these gifts, what can I give?

I gave my heart to Christ as a young child. Nonsense, some may say, at that age it was merely a decision prompted by emotion or

parental pressure. Not so, because even then I’d seen enough of life to know that I wanted to pursue no other path.

As a teen I gave Him my plans for my life and asked Him to show me His. Like everyone else I’ve walked through dark valleys, but also experienced rich blessings. Now, as a senior I ask myself: What do I give to a God who already possesses heaven and Earth?

Looking back on the examples of others I’ve come to see that the common thread that links each of those gifts is awe. No one, no institution and no circumstances can diminish the beauty and power of love poured from a worshipping heart.

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St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

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1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK Rector: The Rev. Peter Norman

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Reclaim Outreach Centre A Gospel Mission Teaching the Word Caring for the hurting

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

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Pastor Dave Miller

Sunday Service: 6:00 p.m.

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“Reclaiming Our Spiritual Heritage” Pastors Len Beaucage & Don Toovey Furniture or Donations: Please call Don at

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Community Baptist Church 1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Sunday Morning Service 11:00 a.m.

Everyone Welcome Canadian National Baptist Convention

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Rev. Dan Millard

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Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada

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Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper

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Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

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Zion Lutheran 10801 Winder Cres. 15th Ave. & 108th St. North Battleford, Sk

306-445-5162 Fellowship Hour 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m. www.battlefordslutheran.sk.ca Pastor Sheldon Gattinger Everyone Welcome

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

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OBITUARIES O’DRISCOLL: Gertrude O’Driscoll: August 13, 1931 – December 4, 2013. In loving memory of Gertrude Marie O’Driscoll who was born August 13, 1931 on the Graw Farm at Garden Prairie District to Joseph and Clara Graw. She had one sister, Liz and two brothers, Otto and Rudolph. She attended the Garden Prairie School. She married Thomas O’Driscoll May 6, 1952.

Like many women of her era, life was not easy. In 11 years she had 9 children. Gertrude was a young mother and wife and at one point she had six children under the age of six with two sets of twins. Gertrude was a very hard worker on the farm caring for her children, husband, brotherin-law, Pete and doing the chores as well. Gertrude was an awesome cook and baker. We all remember the long table at the farm.

Many happy meals were shared around it and nobody left the table hungry. She was an active member of the C.W.L. for 62 years. In 1984 Gertrude and Thomas moved to Battleford to retire. In town she became the BLOCK Grandma to all!! She had more time for favourite hobbies and flower gardens. Thomas passed away in the fall of 1998. A few years after Thomas’s passing, Gertrude moved in with her daughter Eileen, for a short time. Then moved to Meadow Sweet Manor. From there she moved to her daughter Bernadette’s until her passing, December 4, 2013. Gertrude’s family has grown to include 9 children, 19 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren and with all their significant others we total 69. Gertrude is survived by her loving children: Kevin (Louise) O’Driscoll, Arnold (Myrna) O’Driscoll, Bernadette (Lyle) Leslie, Patricia (Kelly) Rhodes, Marilyn O’Driscoll, Micheal (Kim) O’Driscoll, Brendan (Bev) O’Driscoll, Eileen (Brian) Znack, Thomas O’Driscoll; Grandchildren: Devin (Crystal) O’Driscoll, Kathryn (Dave) Ternier, Charlene (Josh) Prochner, Jason (Lesley) O’Driscoll, Tamille (Shaun) Schuler, Ames Leslie (Deanna), Cristle Jasken, Blaine Jasken, Jenel (Yannick) Larocque, Shaun O’Driscoll (Kendra), Ryan O’Driscoll (Nyna), Kristin Porter (Luke), Riley O’Driscoll (Nicole), Stephanie (Chris) Garland, Shawna O’Driscoll (Teo), Aaron O’Driscoll, Kyle (Deanna) Alm, Ren Alm, Allie Alm (Craig); 20 Great-Grandchildren; Sisters-in-law: Hilda Graw & Rose Graw; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, Thomas; Great-Granddaughter, Anna Schuler; Parents: Joseph & Clara Graw; Brothers: Otto Graw & Rudolph Graw; Sister, Liz Hauk; Brothers-in-law, Peter O’Driscoll, Father Pat O’Driscoll, Father Denis O’Driscoll, Carl Weinberger, Father Micheal O’Driscoll. Vigil of Prayer was held Monday, December 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with Wilbert Basler, Presider and Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Greg Elder, Celebrant; both Services from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, SK. The Cross Bearer was Charlene Prochner and Eulogists were Ames Leslie and Shawna O’Driscoll. Liturgy Of The Word was shared by 1st Reading – Cristle Jasken: Responsorial Psalm – The Choir; 2nd Reading – Kathryn Ternier: Gospel – Fr. Greg Elder; Prayer Of The Faithful - Ryan O’Driscoll, Stephanie Garland, Riley O’Driscoll and Liturgy Of The Eucharist: Offertory Gifts – Kristin Porter, Allie Alm and Great-Grandchildren. The Music Ministry was by Director & Pianist – Cathy Swerid and St. Vital Parish Choir. The Honour Guard was present with St. Vital Catholic Womens League; Honourary Pallbearers were “All Those Who Shared in Gertrude’s Life” and Active Pallbearers were Jason O’Driscoll, Ames Leslie, Shaun O’Driscoll, Devin O’Driscoll, Kyle Alm & Aaron O’Driscoll. Memorials are requested to Alzheimer Society, 301 – 2550- 12th Ave., Regina, SK. S4P 3X1 or to the Donor’s Choice. Interment took place at Cando Cemetery, Cando, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306)446-4200.

Cards of Thanks The family of Gertrude O’Driscoll would like to thank their family, friends, and Communities for the support they have received during this difficult time. Thank-you for all of your prayers, masses, donations, cards, visits, food, flowers, and phone calls. Your kindness and generosity has been overwhelming. Words cannot express how much everyone’s gestures mean to us. A special thank-you to all who participated in the Vigil of Prayer Service and Mass of Christian Burial. We appreciate everything that you have done for the family. Thank-you to The Battlefords Funeral Service who were entrusted with arrangements for Gertrude’s burial. Thank-you to Robert MacKay for your supporting and caring for the family.

The Families of the late Gertrude O’Driscoll

WHEELDON: Mr. Bill Wheeldon of North Battleford passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2013 at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Bill is lovingly remembered by his children, Rick (Dani) Wheeldon and Tracey (Jim) Schettler; grandchildren, Carmen, Russell and Meaghan; sister, Jean (Tom) Prince; sisters-in-law, Mildred, Gwynn and Doreen Hushagen; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Rose Wheeldon; wife, Beth Wheeldon; sister, Joan Wheeldon; and numerous extended family and close friends. A full obituary will be published at a later date. There will be a celebration of Bill’s life held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

ECKER: Ada Mary Ecker, beloved wife of Ed Ecker, passed away in Taber on Friday, November 15, 2013 at the age of 69 years following almost thirty years battling Multiple Sclerosis.

Relatives and friends were invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 5:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009-48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 2:00P.M. with Reverend Vincent TuanHa, Celebrant. Burial followed at the Taber Memorial Garden. Besides her husband Ed, who has stood by her side with commitment and enduring love, are her children Arthur Ecker of Coaldale, Angela (William) Smith of Calgary, Delvina (Terry) Neil of Lethbridge, Sandra Ecker (Mariko Johnson) of Calgary and by one grandson William Smith. She is also survived by her brother Allan (Louise) Strong of North Battleford, Saskatchewan and two sisters Alice Strong of Revelstoke, British Columbia and Joyce (Terry) Day of Edam, Saskatchewan.

She will be fondly remembered by her extended family Irene (Don) Gordon of Headingley, Manitoba, Jim (Marie Louise) Ternier of Humbolt, Saskatchewan, Tom (Judy) Burns of Cochin, Saskatchewan and Betty (Doug) Daniels of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Ada is also survived by Ed’s family, Margaret Afseth of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Allan (Connie) Ecker of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Ann Bohnet of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Ron Ecker of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Marie (nee D’Hondt) and Arthur Strong. Ada Mary Strong was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan on December 14, 1943. She was raised on the family farm near Glaslyn, Saskatchewan with her brother and two sisters. In 1963, Ada met Edward Ecker and they were married on September 25, 1965. Ada and Ed moved to Taber in May of 1970 where they raised their four children. Just as all the children were leaving the nest, Ada was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1993. As the disease progressed, she became more and more disabled to the point that care in her own home proved too difficult. She has spent the last eight years of her life being cared for both at Taber Extended Care and at Linden View. Her condition worsened near the end of October and she was finally released into the hands of Jesus this past Friday. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ada’s name may be made directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 724-13 Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2T1 (www.mssociety.ca) or to The Good Samaritan Society, Linden View, 4700-64 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 0C6. “The grace, courage and strength of will with which she faced each day, was both inspiring and astonishing. She never quit, she never complained, Ada patiently listened to our petty troubles and almost always had some gem of wisdom that would help us screw our heads on straight again. Her council, wisdom and love will be missed so very much.” ____________________________________________________

ISAAC: Cornelius (Corny) Isaac of North Battleford, Saskatchewan past away in the Battleford Union Hospital on December 18, 2013 at the age of 89. He leaves his loving and supportive wife of almost 63 years, Martha and 8 children and their families. Diane (Dennis) Loewen of Lloydminster, AB, Laverne (Rose) Isaac of Saskatoon, SK, Wayne (Marilyn) Isaac of Saskatoon, SK, Dan (Charity) Isaac of Portage la Prairie, MN, Ruth (Jim) Dornstauder of Lloydminster, AB, Elmer (Michele) Isaac of North Battle ford, SK, Mark Isaac (Deanna Rowlands) of North Battleford, SK, Glenn Isaac (Kim Lefevre, girlfriend) of North Battleford, SK. Funeral service was held on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 2 pm at the Medstead Community Hall. Interment followed at the Glenbush General Conference Church. Donations in the honor of Cornelius Isaac may be made to the Battleford Union Hospital- Palliative Care, where he always gratefully acknowledged and marveled at the kind and professional care he received from the staff. The family would like to thank the Emmanuel Pentecostal Fellowship for supplying the community lunch and the Glenbush General Conference Mennonite Ladies for serving the lunch. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to Brenda Beaulac of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Spiritwood, SK 306-883-3500 ____________________________________________________ EISCHEN: In Loving Memory of Helen Bridget Eischen who was born at Livelong, SK and passed away at North Battleford, SK. Helen is survived by her loving children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Jim (Laurette), Meota, SK and family: Loralie (Shaun) Raich and their children Joel & Abbey; Angelie (Dale) Halewich and their children Jesse & Tylan: Roxanne; Gregory and Bradley; Bernadette (Patrick Beynon), Ottawa, ON and family: Tim Beynon (Alison): and their son Victor, Michael, Kathryn and Julie Beynon; Lawrence, Moose Jaw, SK; Veronica (Brett Padget), St. Albert, AB and their daughter Kimberley Padget; sister, Jessie Hicks, North Battleford, SK; sisters-in-law: Leona Edgar, Spruce Grove, AB and Adolphine Bauer, Edmonton, AB; and nieces and nephews. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Victor; parents, Charles and Bella McTeer; brother, Jim McTeer; brothers-in-law, Gustav, Frank and Felix Eischen, Joe Bauer, Jack Edgar, Edwin Hicks and Norbert Vany; her sisters-in-law, Mary Vany and Julia Eischen; niece, Theresa Hassen and nephew Joey Eischen. Vigil Of Prayer was held Friday, December 13, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. from “The Garden Chapel” – Battlefords Funeral Service with Jean Pawlus, presiding.

The organist was Mrs. M. Junice Headley; Mass Of Christian Burial was held Saturday, December 14, 2013 from Notre Dame De Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Fr. Gerard Legaspi, as Celebrant. Gifts of Music by Lisa Hornung and Jaki Esquirol. The Honourary Pallbearers were Loralie Raiche, Angelie Halewich, Roxanne Eischen, Kimberley Padget, Julie Beynon & Kathryn Beynon and Active Pallbearers were Gregory Eischen, Tim Beynon, Bradley Eischen, Michael Beynon, Shaun Raiche & Dale Halewich. For those who wish, Memorials may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Charity of the Donor’s Choice. Interment will take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks The family wishes to thank everyone who expressed their sympathy by cards, flowers, mass requests, calls, visits and gifts of food.

Thanks to Father Gerard Legaspi and Jean Pawlus, to the musicians and soloist, Lisa Hornung, Jaki Esquirol, M. Junice Headley and the Notre Dame Parish choir. Thanks to Dr. Lipsett, Dr. Rodriquez, the staff at BUH and the staff at Harwood Manor who did their best to make Grandma Helen as comfortable as possible.

Thank you to the CWL for the lovely lunch. Special thank you to the grandchildren and great grandchildren who all took part in the services. _____________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES HOLLINGSHEAD, Margaret Claire (née Hunt) – passed away peacefully at Longfields Manor in Nepean, ON on December 5, 2013 amongst family and friends.

Born December 5,1924 on the family farm near Neville, SK. Predeceased by husband Gordon (2012), sisters Olive (1921), Orra (1984), mother Sarah (1984) and father John (1937). Survived by daughter Sandra (Brad), and son Harvey (Alma) and adored grandsons Andrew and Christopher, and by sister Frances (Don) McLaren of Yorkton, SK. Best known as “Sis”, Margaret served in the Royal Canadian Air Force in WWII. She then trained as a nurse at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert, SK, graduating in 1949. That November she married her husband of almost 63 years. Margaret and Gordon became residents of Barrhaven in 1972 and had many extended family and friends there.

They were founding members of the Barrhaven United Church and were active in it for many years. In particular, the family thanks the staff at Longfields Manor for their warmth and compassion when caring for both Margaret and Gordon. A memorial service will be held at Barrhaven United Church (3013 Jockvale Road, Ottawa, ON) on January 13, 2014 at 2 PM, followed by a reception. The internment will be in the spring at the family plot in Henribourg, SK. The family asks that, instead of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada (ACS). ____________________________________________________ DIDULA: Rose Didula (Halewich) 1918 – 2013: It is with heavy hearts the family announces the peaceful passing of Rose Didula on the morning of Thursday, December 12, 2013 at Stensrud Lodge, Saskatoon, SK at the age of 95 years. Rose was born in the Woila district of Glaslyn, SK. Mom and Dad met in the late 30’s and they married in Glaslyn in 1940. Dad was a shoemaker and together they made their home at the back of the shoe shop, residing there until they moved to North Battleford in 1959. Mom started her retail career at Dart’s Store in Glaslyn and then was employed at Conkins Department Store in North Battleford until her retirement. Mom had a green thumb when it came to gardening, a weed dared not grow! Cross stitching was a passion and her works of art were lovingly gifted to numerous family members and friends. Baba’s handmade quilts were the best; many hours were spent shopping for just the right fabric. They had to be soft and cuddly! Her home was always warm and welcoming. Noone’s butter tarts or lemon pie were as good as Auntie Rosie’s. Rose was predeceased by her parents, Ilko and Maria (Kuziw) Halewich; husband, William (Bill) in 1997; brothers: Michael (in infancy), William (Jean), Peter (Olga) and Nick (Tenna); sisters: Katherine (Mike) Lysko, Nellie (Jacob) Kucharuk, Olga (in infancy), Olga (in infancy) and Olga (Harry) Dmytryshyn.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, John (Cindy) of Saskatoon, their children: Alanna (Roman) Kukura, Winnipeg, MB and Michael, Vancouver, BC; daughter, Iris (Garry) Burch, Red Deer, AB and their son, David (Shannon), Calgary, AB; four great-grandchildren, Pierce and Kayden Burch and Lealya and Ksenya Kukura; sisters: Ann Socholotiuk, St. Thomas, ON, Dora (Lloyd) Teigen, Osoyoos, BC and Mary Hines, Victoria, BC as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Prayer Service was held 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 919-20th St., W, Saskatoon, SK. Funeral Service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 16, 2013 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. John, 992 – 108th St, North Battleford, SK. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Rose’s memory may do so to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. John, North Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home and Battlefords Funeral Service.

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MCCORMICK: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Beulah Victoria McCormick, late of Saskatoon, SK and formerly of the Battlefords on December 16, 2013 at the age of 91 years. Beulah will be lovingly remembered by her children: Marion King: Jo-Lynn Jocelyn (Michael); Kenny (Lynn) McCormick: Todd (Diane), Trevor, Jolene (Jason) Corriveau, Mitchell (Leanne), Kyle (Whitney); Gwen Head (Jack Hochbaum): Kevin (Leanne) and Travis (Marina); Ted McCormick; Joan Dutton: Shawn (Terry), Amanda (Doug) Risling, Megan (Andy) Kostiuk, Mackenzie Dutton (Jameson Hawk), Elden; Rick McCormick (Donna); Neil McCormick (Joyce): Neil Jr. (Cory), Candice, Brendan, and Jake; 30 great-grandchildren; sisters: Vivian (Lawrence) Willick, Amy (Walter) Schenk, Eleanor King; brother Grant (Francis) King; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Ted; parents Oscar and Ida King; grandsons Danny and Glenn; siblings Alvin, Ferdinand, Conwell, Richard, Miriam, and Leonard; son in law Elden Dutton; and her in-laws Selma and Archie McCormick. The Funeral Service was held on Friday, December 20, 2013 from the Chapel of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home with Reverend Keith Klippenstein officiating. Amanda Risling gave the eulogy. Music ministry was provided by Jonah and Karla Sawatzky. Pallbearers were: Kevin Head, Travis Head, Shawn Dutton, Elden Dutton, Trevor McCormick, Mitchell McCormick, Kyle McCormick, and Jake McCormick. Interment took place at the City of North Battleford Cemetery. The family have requested that memorial donations be made to the Saskatoon Convalescent Home Foundation, 101-31st Street West, Saskatoon, SK S7L 0P6. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family placed their trust with Kristeen Thiessen of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418

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Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480.

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3rd Wednesday of the Month

Please call for time and dates of meetings. Phone 306-937-2437.

4th & 5th Sunday of the Month (when applicable) Knights of Columbus Brunch at 1202 - 105 Street from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Sundays Music Jam at Pioneer Hall, 792 - 105th Street from October 6th to May 4th, 2014. Come sing, dance and enjoy. For more information call 306-445-5036.

Mondays Scrabble from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Come join us. For more info call 306-937-2744.

2nd Monday of the Month Retirees of B.U.H. meet at the Co-op Cafeteria for an informal gathering at 11:30 a.m. If stat holiday, move to 3rd Monday. For more info call 306-937-3318.

2nd Monday of the Month Waseca Rink Association at 107 - 1st Street West, Waseca at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Care, 1192 - 101st Street from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Call Rose Favel at 306-937-6842.

Tuesdays Borden Senior’s Club Cards/Kaiser at 7:00 p.m. Kaiser Tournament every 2nd Tuesday.

Tuesdays Battlefords Art Club welcomes anyone interested in painting to join them from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. For more information phone Kathy at 306-937-3686.

Tuesdays TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance. Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Kay at 306-937-2780.

Genealogy at the North Battleford Library Board Room from 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (except May to August & December). Contact Janice Walker at 306-445-5425 or Rosalie Jarvis 306-386-2127.

3rd Wednesday of the Month Hillcrest Pot Luck Member Supper 5:30 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Entertainment to follow.

Thursdays Radisson TOPS #SK5243 Meeting at the Radisson Town Office at 9:00 a.m.

Thursdays Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.

Thursdays Grief Share Support Group for those dealing with the death of a loved one at the Living Faith Chapel at 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. Phone Wendy at 306-445-7315 or Sue 306-445-6658.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Midwest Food Resoures - 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce and organic grains. To order email us at battleford.mwfp@sasktel.net or call us at 306-446-2684.

Pick up on the 2nd & 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. noon. This is a non-profit program.

2nd & 4th Thursdays of the Month Join us for Hillcrest Kaiser at 7:30 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 24th Street, Battleford.

2nd & 4th Thursdays of the Month Hilldrest Knitting/Crochet from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford.

Fridays Hillcrest Singers from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford.

Fridays

Tuesdays TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meeting. Weigh-in 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.

Meeting 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 109th Street. Contact Lynn Fuchs at 445-4529 or Mary Johannesen at 306-446-3315.

North Battleford Grand Squares Dance (Mainstream & Plus Levels) at the Ukrainian Senior Centre - Slava Center, 792 - 108th Street from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Phone Maurice & Arlene 306-445-4671 or Laura at 306-445-4676.

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1st Friday of the Month

Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the Western Development Museum at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.

Retirees from Sask Hospital Lunch at the Kihiw Restaurant, Gold Eagle Casino at 11:45 a.m.

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1st Friday of the Month

The Battlefords Photography Club meets downstairs at the Allan Sapp Gallery from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information please phone Chris at 306-445-3909.

Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.

Last Tuesday of the Month

The River’s Edge Quilt Guild at the Don Ross Craft Room at 1:00 p.m. from September 2013 to May 2014. New members and beginners are welcome. Phone Carol Johnson 306-445-4352, Darlene Hiltz 306-445-4403 or Barb Sealy 306-445-0486 for more information.

Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1011 - 103rd Street, North Battleford. For more information phone Jane at 306-446-7177.

Wednesdays & Fridays Twin Rivers Curling Club Drop-In Curling from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Learn the game, sharpen your skills and join friends for refreshments.

Wednesdays Battlefords Toastmasters Meet in room #108 Don Ross Centre (enter the building via door #4) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Check out Battlefords Toastmasters.com for more information.

2nd Wednesdays of the Month Hillcrest Seniors Member Meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Coffee at 10:15 a.m.

2nd Wednesday of the Month Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Supper Meeting at the Wildlife Federation Building at 7:00 p.m.

1st Friday of the Month

2nd Friday of the Month Olde Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, 792 - 105th Street from 8:00 - 10:30 p.m. Pot Luck Lunch. Everyone welcome. For more info phone 306-445-5036.

2nd & 4th Friday of the Month Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-446-2269.

2nd Saturday of the Month Family Justice Services Parenting after Separation & Divorce Program from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. To register for these sessions call toll free 1-877-964-5501. Registration is mandatory.There is no fee. Registration deadline:Two days prior to the session. Location: will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only. No child care is provided.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday’s News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday’s & Thursday’s publication.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, January 6, 8 & 9 Free Health Education Exercise Program at the Meota Complex on Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

Featuring COPD class on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Phone Carmen for more information at 306-892-2218.

Friday, January 10 Fluoride Varnish Drop-in Clinic - Fluoride varnish will be offered at no charge to all children ages 6 months to 4 years old at the Primary Health Centre. No appointment necessary. Fluoride varnish is a protective coating that is painted on teeth to prevent cavities. It can slow down or help stop cavities from getting bigger. For more information please contact Wendy at 306-446-6422.

Wednesday, January 15 Genealogy at the North Battleford Library Board Room at 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Contact Janice Walker at 306-445-5425 or Rosalie Jarvis at 306-386-2127.

Saturday, January 18 Club 70 - at the North Battleford Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Phone Les & Donna at 306-845-3772 for more info. Everyone welcome.

January 28, February 4, 11, 18 & 24 Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patients and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health.

Through these 5 sessions, patients learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress. Classes will be held on January 28, February 4, 11, 18 & 24 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Primary Health Center. To Ànd out more or to register, call Kellie Heidel 306446-6424 or email kellie.heidel@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

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$20,000 touchdown for local man Staff Lauirie Lennie knew he had all 14 games right on his POOLS lottery ticket. The American Professional Football games were over, but still he had to find out how much his ticket had won.

“The money is fine, but just winning is the best part,” he said.

Nonetheless, Lennie took his ticket to the store to find out how much he had won using the ticket checker.

“The machine didn’t say sorry this time,” he joked.

Lennie ‘s ticket had won $20,749.50 on POOLS Card 136, which ended Nov. 17.

“It won’t change my life, but it will help,” he said of the windfall.

He plans to pay some bills, share some of his winnings with family and take a trip.

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Kebbue bought his winning ticket at 7-Eleven Food Store.

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PAGE 11 - Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Brett Smith Sports Reporter

Phone: 445-7261

Fax: 445-3223

Email: newsoptimist.sports@sasktel.net

AAA Stars gain momentum before Mac’s Tournament in Calgary

By Brett Smith Sports Reporter

The Battleford AAA Stars gained momentum heading into the Mac’s Midget AAA Tournament.

The Stars won two of three games the weekend of Dec. 21 in SMAAAHL action, their last games before travelling to Calgary.

Dec. 19 saw the Stars head to Saskatoon to play the Contacts. Saskatoon skated to a 7-1 victory over Battlefords.

Kole Lind and Kade Kehoe each had a goal and two assists in the win.

Saskatoon jumped out to an early lead in the first period. Garret Pilon scored 63 seconds into the game, beating Battlefords goaltender Ryan Rewerts. The rest of the period remained scoreless as Saskatoon edged the Stars in shots 11-9.

In the second, the Contacts scored two goals within 45 seconds. Jimmy Lambert opened the scoring at 13:12 for Saskatoon. Erik Climenhaga extended the Contacts’ lead to three at 12:29 in the second.

Battlefords got on the board with a power play goal. With Joshua Bergen in the box for head contact, Brandon Lesko beat Saskatoon goaltender Brock Hamm with 4:49 left in the frame.

The Contacts restored their three goal lead 45 seconds later. Evan Fiala beat Rewerts to put Saskatoon up 4-1. Saskatoon extended their lead to four when Jordan Walls scored with 18 seconds left in the second.

Saskatoon added two more goals in the third. Lind and Kehoe both scored in the period to make the final score 7-1.

Rewerts made 29 saves in a losing effort. Hamm stopped 24 shots to lead the Contacts to the win.

The Stars travelled to Regina for two games Dec. 21 and 22. Battlefords swept the weekend series against the Pat Canadians.

Battlefords won 5-4 Dec. 21 led by Spencer Bast’s goal and three assists and Graham Gove’s final minute heroics.

Regina opened the scoring in the first period. Cohen Yano tallied a power play marker for the Pat Canadians, beating Rewerts with 12 minutes left in the period.

Battlefords tied the game on the power play. Alex Pernitsky put the puck past Regina goaltender Logal Flodell with 4:20 left in the first.

The Pat Canadians answered Jayden Halbgewach’s unassisted goal with less than a minute left in the period, giving Regina a 2-1 lead

heading into the first intermission.

The Stars scored the only goal in the second period.

Lesko tied the game at two with six minutes left in the frame.

It was a back-and-forth third period. Battlefords took their first lead of the game midway through the third on a Josh Bly goal.

The lead held until a wild final three minutes decided the winner. The Pat Canadians scored twice in a minute to take the lead. Arthur Miller scored first on a power play with 3:13 to play. Jake Tesarowski beat Rewerts 57 seconds later to give Regina a 4-3 lead.

Bast tied the game at four with 1:31 left in the third period. Gove scored the gamewinning goal with 17 seconds to play, handing the Stars a thrilling 5-4 win.

Rewerts stopped 34 shots to earn the win for Battlefords. Flodell made 31 saves in the loss for Regina.

Battlefords picked up a 3-1 win over Regina Dec. 22 in their last league game before the holiday break. Pernitsky had a goal and an assist to lead the Stars to victory.

The Pat Canadians scored the only goal of the first period on the power play.

Tyler Adams beat Battlefords goaltender Rylan Toth, making his eighth start of the season.

The Stars took over in the second period with three unanswered goals. Josh LaFramboise scored on the power play 38 seconds into the period to tie the game.

Layne Young tallied the eventual game winner with eight minutes left in the second.

Pernitsky iced the game with a minute left in the middle frame, giving the Stars the 3-1 lead.

Toth stood tall in the third period, stopping all 12 of Regina’s shots. He stopped 32 of 33 shots in his first action since Oct. 27. Flodell made 23 saves while losing his fifth game of the year.

The Stars (18-6-4-1) are third in the SMAAAHL with 41 points.

They are three points behind the first place Notre Dame Argos, who have played two fewer games.

Battlefords resume play in the SMAAAHL Jan. 9 when they travel to Swift Current to take on the Legionnaires.

Kaleb Dahlgren and the Stars wrap up play in 2013 against the Pat Canadians in Regina. Photo submitted

Combines win sixth straight game

By Brett Smith Sports Reporter

The Meota Combines hot streak continued Dec. 20 as they beat the Perdue Pirates

6-3 at the Civic Centre. The Combines (6-1) have won six straight games after an opening night loss to Maymont.

The scoring started early in the first period for the Combines. Brody Tatchell

scored in the first minute of the period, with assists from Brett Miller and Bo Gervais.

The Pirates answered with two goals 90 seconds apart.

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The Grey Cup is coming to North Battleford

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Grey Cup is coming to North Battleford.

No, we’re not talking about the Grey Cup game. We mean the actual trophy.

You can circle Jan. 6 as the date when you can expect the famous mug to make its way to North Battleford, as the Saskatchewan Roughriders players bring the cup to the community as part of its victory tour of the province.

The plan is for a number of Riders players to come to the community and visit area schools with the cup, along with some other sites.

The Battlefords is among seven locations announced as the opening dates for a celebratory Grey Cup tour of the province.

The tour begins Jan. 4 in Saskatoon. The Riders plan to spend the day there and it

Photo submitted will culminate at the WHL game that night between the Saskatoon Blades and Lethbridge Hurricanes, where the Riders will sign autographs.

Fans can also have their picture taken with the Grey Cup. The tour then heads to Lloydminster on Jan. 5 before heading to North Battleford Jan. 6. It then moves on to Prince Albert on Jan. 7 for a day that will culminate with another appearance at a WHL game, this time between the Prince Albert Raiders and

the Calgary Hitmen. Once again players will be signing autographs and fans can have their picture taken with the Cup. The tour then goes to Macklin Jan. 11, Kindersley Jan. 12, and Rosetown Jan. 13. The stop in Kindersley will include an appearance at the game between the SJHL’s Klippers and the Yorkton Terriers.

More tour dates are expected to be announced later for other parts of the province.

More specifics on the Riders’ North Battleford tour are expected to come as well. The team is urging fans to check out riderville.com and stay tuned to local media outlets for more of those details.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders won their fourth Grey Cup title Nov. 24 against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats by a 45-23 score - a special game for fans as the title was won at home at Mosaic Stadium.

In a statement, Roughriders club president Jim Hopson outlined the importance of sharing their victory with those who make up Rider Nation around the province.

“After a storybook season, we want to share this victory with many Rider fans in Saskatchewan. This team means a lot to the fabric of all of Saskatchewan and the players are excited to meet and greet as many Rider fans as possible.”

Meota Combines tied for first place in SPHL Continued from page 11 Perdue forward Keaton Silvernagle beat Combines goaltender Carson Churchman to tie the game at one. Lucas Fortier gave Perdue the lead at the 15:31 mark of the first.

Miller tied the game with his sixth goal of the season

midway through the period for the Combines, putting the puck past Pirates goaltender Aidan Kerslake.

In the second, the Combines regained the lead.

Tanner Robinson scored to put Meota up 3-2. The Pirates tied the game at three with less than four minutes to play

on Clark McNulty’s fifth goal of the campaign. Tatchell’s seventh goal of the season with 1:29 left in the second put the Combines in the lead for good.

Aaron Cadrin and Kyle Gregoire each scored in the third period to round out the scoring.

Churchman picked up his fourth win of the season for the Combines. Kerslake dropped his eighth game of the year for Perdue.

Meota is tied for first place in the SPHL with the Cut Knife Colts. Both teams have 12 points, but the Combines have a game at hand.

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January 3 The Battlefords Midget AA Barons play Unity at the Civic Centre in the Centre Four Hockey League. Game time is 5:45 p.m.

January 4 In the SJHL, the Battlefords North Stars play the Humboldt Broncos in their first home game of 2014. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Centre.

January 5 The Meota Combines play the Battleford Beaver Blues at

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January 10 The Battlefords Bantam AA Barons welcome the Weyburn Crescent Point Red Wings at the Civic Centre.

Game time is 6:15 p.m.

January 11 The Battlefords North Stars host the Yorkton Terriers.

Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Centre.

January 12 The Meota Combines play the Radisson Wheat Kings at

the Civic Centre. The game starts at 8 p.m.

January 15 The Battleford Beaver Blues host the Radisson Wheat Kings at the Battleford Arena. The teams face off at 8 p.m.

January 17 The Battlefords North Stars host the Notre Dame Hounds at the Civic Centre. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m.

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The Battlefords AAA Sharks host the Swift Current Wildcats at the Battleford Arena in SMFAAAHL action.

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January 19 In the SMAAAHL, the Battlefords AAA Stars welcome the Saskatoon Contacts in to the Civic Centre. Puck drop is 2 p.m.

January 21 The Battlefords North Stars play host to the Humboldt Broncos at the Civic Centre. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m.

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January 25 The Battlefords Bantam AA Barons play against the Humboldt Broncos at the Civic Centre. The game starts at 3 p.m.

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The Meota Combines host the Cut Knife Colts at the Civic Centre. The game starts at 8:30 p.m.

January 26 The Battlefords AAA Sharks host the Regina Rebels at the Battleford Arena. Game time is 12 p.m.

January 26 The Battleford Bantam AA Barons play the Estevan TS&M Bruins at the Civic Centre. The game starts at 3 p.m.

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January 30 The Battlefords North Stars welcome the Nipawin Hawks into the Civic Centre. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m.

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