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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Battlefords Bright Spots

Duets are in the air

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

Turkey Day 5K Before enjoying the traditional Thanksgiving festivities, a large group embarked on the Turkey Day 5K Saturday morning hosted by the Battlefords United Way and the food bank in support of those less fortunate. The fee was a non-perishable food item for the food bank or a monetary donation to the United Way. Photo by Sean Macey

Battlefords Community Players will hold a clubhouse presentation of This Train by Ken Mitchell Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17, 18 and 19 at their centre in Battleford. Call 306-446-3133 for more information. Don’t leave it too late, however, as seating is limited.

Good news for Music for the Soul fans. There will be a piano duet recital Sunday, Oct. 20 at 3 p.m. at Third Avenue United Church.

Pianist Jaya Hoy, who founded the music series with mezzo soprano Lisa Hornung, says that the recital, entitled “Duets!” was inspired by the visit of Geoffrey Pratley from the UK who taught and performed at Hornung’s Summer School for the Solo Voice this July.

“Piano duets are in the air,” says Hoy. Hoy says she enjoyed performing a Mozart duet with Pratley as part of the Summer School recitals. A former Royal Academy of Music (London) professor, he and his partner Anne Applin formed a very successful duet partnership in 1990 and perform world-wide.

Recently, Gustin House in Saskatoon hosted a duet recital with pianists Kathleen Lohrenz Gable and Che Anne Loewen and it received a tremendous response from the audience, adds Hoy. And, at this year’s Sask. Registered Music Teachers

annual convention, to be held in October in Unity, local pianist Dianne Gryba joins Saskatoon pianist Bonnie Nicholson in a piano duet recital.

“There is just something completely delightful about this form of chamber music - for both the performers and audience,” says Hoy. “Something magical happens with piano duets. ” For the recital Oct. 20, Hoy will be joined by students Cole Knutson, David Patterson and Larissa Chipak. They will perform a four-hand arrangement of part of a Beethoven symphony and duets by Schubert, Dvorak, Grieg and Ravel.

Profits from this concert are going to the piano fund for Third Avenue United Church for piano repairs and upkeep.

Hoy provides the following history on duets: The first duet performance is believed to have taken place in London in 1765, when the nine-year-old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with his sister Nannerl, played a Sonata composed by Mozart.

Mozart composed, taught and performed duets throughout his life and did much to increase the popularity of music for four hands. At a time in the late 19th century when there were more pianos per household than bathtubs, duets became one of the most popular forms of music-making. Many new orchestral works were immediately arranged for piano duet so music lovers could learn and enjoy them. jayne@newsoptimist.ca .

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BBEX Awards at a Glance

Business of the Year

Community Contribution

Micro Business

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox presents the Business of the Year BBEX Award to Gold Eagle Lodge general manager Malcolm Anderson.

Mike Nord, general manager Battlefords and District Cooperative Ltd., accepts the Community Contribution Award from Herb Cox, MLA for the Battlefords.

Austin Mawson of Mawson Saddlery accepts the Micro Business Award from Meghan Kennedy, branch manager of TD Canada Trust.

Marketing

Customer Service

New Business Venture

Brendon Boothman, investment advisor and financial planner, Darren Erbach and Diane Grondin of Fisher’s Drug Store, and Renee Libbey, senior account manager at Royal Bank, pose for the presentation of the Marketing Award.

Kent Jesse, chief innovation and people officer of Innovation Credit Union, presents Lance and Nicole Weum of Second 2 None Catering with the Customer Service Award.

Terry Caldwell, Stacey McKay, and Darren Achter of Carpet Superstores accept the New Business Venture BBEX Award from Betty Speed.

Saskatchewan’s Population Is Changing…

IS YOUR ORGANIZATION PREPARED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY? SaskCulture, a provincial non-profit cultural organization, is holding consultations around the province to discuss the challenges and opportunities of engaging Saskatchewan’s increasing numbers of newcomers, First Nations and Métis peoples, in community programs and services.

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North Battleford on October 17, from 7-9pm at the Dekker Centre, 623 Carlton Trail

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BBEX Heritage Travis Clark, manager of Scotiabank, presents Sharon and Howard Kirby of Anderson Pump House Ltd., with the BBEX Heritage Award. Photos by John Cairns

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Gold Eagle Lodge leads list of BBEX winners

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The 20th annual Battlefords Business Excellence Awards arrived only days before the fifth anniversary of Malcolm Anderson’s arrival in the Battlefords.

Anderson, general manager for Gold Eagle Lodge, had good reason to celebrate last Tuesday at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts. His hotel had just won Business of the Year at the annual awards ceremony.

The category featured a particularly impressive list of nominees in 2013 including Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd., Cash and Carry Lumber Mart o/a Home Hardware Building Centre, Grit Industries Inc. and McGuffy’s News Inc. It was yet another in a long list of honours for Gold Eagle Lodge recently. Just the year before they won a BBEX Award in the customer service category.

This year, the business had been nominated as an ABEX Award finalist in the Service category, and was been announced as a finalist in the Canadian Tourism Awards.

As for why they’ve been so successful at BBEX, Ander-

son could not quite put his finger on it. “If I knew what the secret was I would be selling it on a street corner tomorrow morning,� he said.

However, he does believe the success is due to their staff, as well as the commitment from the ownership made up of the First Nations that are part of Battlefords Tribal Council.

Anderson particularly credited Russ Brown, chief operation officer of BTC, for his encouragement. “He’s always pushing. He always wants a little more,� said Anderson.

That’s a message Anderson said he has been able to take back to his associates. “We want to give more. We’re not happy being on the sidelines.

We want to be right in there satisfying the guest whenever possible.�

Gold Eagle Lodge was not the only BBEX award winner receiving recognition from elsewhere. The recipient in the Heritage category, Anderson Pump House Ltd., was recently announced as the inductee into the ABEX Hall of Fame.

The North Battleford based business had its roots when Howard Kirby started his career in the water business with Anderson Drilling.

Anderson Pump House Ltd. Has now been in operation for 30 years and both Howard and Sharon Kirby were there to accept the Heritage Award for the business, which has grown to be one of the largest water system suppliers in the province. “We’ve been lucky enough to create a company with a great bunch of staff,� said Kirby. “We’ve carved out a niche in the water systems business and we’ve been relatively successful, and the Battlefords has been a great place to do business.�

He also called the ABEX hall of fame honour a “very humbling award especially when I’ve looked at the lists of businesses who’ve received that award in the last 20 years.�

Other award winners at Tuesday night’s gala were as follows: In the Community Contribution Award category, Battlefords and District Cooperative Ltd. took the BBEX Award. The award was accepted by the new General Manager at the Co-op, Mike Nord. Other nominees were Battlefords Animal Hospital, Northern Nurseries, NuFloors, and Nutec Embroidery/Arrow Trophies/Signs

of the Times.

In the Micro Business category, Mawson Saddlery operating as Austin’s Saddlery won the top honour. The business is a western retail store offering a varied inventory of items as well as boot and saddle repair. Other nominees were Colleen’s Customized Business Service, Collins Electric, Indulgence Studio and Learning Adventures Toys and Games.

In the Marketing Award category, Fisher’s Drug Store won in a category that included Brio Boutique, Northern Nurseries, Oil Can Charlie’s Ltd., and Splish Splash Auto, RV and Pet Wash.

For New Business Venture the award went to Carpet Superstores, opened in 2010, who recently moved to the former Battlefords Supercycle location in the north end. Other nominees were Brio Boutique and Snap Fitness.

In the Customer Service Award category, Second 2 None Catering took home the BBEX award. Other nominees were Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd., McGuffy’s News Inc., Splish Splash Auto RV and Pet Wash, and Sunshine Law. Kent Jesse, chief innovation and people officer of

Innovation Credit Union, presents Lance and Nicole Weum of Second 2 None Catering with the Customer Service Award.

Terry Caldwell, Stacey McKay, and Darren Achter of Carpet Superstores accept the New Business Venture BBEX award from Betty Speed.

Crime Stoppers Corner

Previous purchase winner delighted Staff “Are you kidding me?� demanded Bev Esquirol of Edam, when she was informed her lottery ticket number had been pulled for the previous purchaser draw of $10,000 Oct. 9. “What luck! I actually had called for my tickets at the last minute on Friday after hearing the advertisement on the radio. You know I believe in supporting local health care in the Battlefords and have been buying these tickets for years to support the Foundation, never expecting to win,� noted Esquirol, then added, “but I’m sure happy someone picked our ticket!�

That someone was Roger Giesbrecht, long-time volunteer and supporter of BUH Foundation, who happened to be visiting the office that day.

There are still 23 draws to take place and $150,000 still to be won. The next deadline is Oct. 25 at 5 pm for the Luck of the Draw, two $5,000 draws.

The 50/50 add-on, available with your lottery ticket, is also proving very successful. As of Oct. 12 the winning amount is over $43,000 and this amount will only climb as they are only 80 per cent sold out.

Tickets are $40 each or three for $100, with only 14,000 available. They can be purchased at BUH Foundation’s office, BUH Foundation’s canteen/gift shop, and in the main lobby of BUH.

North Battleford RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in the investigation of a theft reported from a business in the city of North Battleford in the early evening of Sept. 20. Police say they are seeking assistance in the identification of two males who are persons of interest in this crime. Anyone with information is urged to contact the North Battleford RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-454-1212. Photos submitted Pat Gotto, long-time volunteer and BUH Foundation supporter presents a cheque for $10,000 to Bev Esquirol, whose ticket was pulled in the previous purchaser draw of the foundation’s cash lottery. Photo submitted Tickets can also be purchased by calling 306-446-6652 or toll-free 1-888-946-4284.

All winners’ names will be published in the Battlefords News-Optimist, announced on CJNB/Q98/The Rock and CJNS radio stations and posted on BUH Foundation’s website, www.buhfoundation.com.

The 50/50 add-ons are available at one for $10 or three for $25 and can only be purchased in conjunction with a $100,000.00 cash lottery ticket.

The $100,000 cash lottery is BUH Foundation’s largest fundraiser and proceeds from this year’s lottery have been allocated towards the purchase of a new $550,000 digital fluoroscopy unit for the medical imaging (X-ray) department at BUH.

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Commentary

Let’s look at the social factors that affect our health How looking ‘upstream’ can help Canada tackle complex social issues

By Ryan Meili Expert Advisor EvidenceNetwork.ca

SASKATOON, Troy Media – Health care is only one element of what can make a significant difference in health outcomes, with social factors, such as education or affordable housing or a safe working environment, playing a much more significant role in determining whether we will be healthy or ill.

This has been understood for centuries and, in recent decades, has been empirically validated with study after study clearly demonstrating health inequalities between wealthy and disadvantaged populations.

Yet political conversations still tend to fall into familiar traps. If we talk about health we return by reflex to doctors and nurses, hospitals and pharmacies. And when we talk about politics – the field of endeavour with the greatest impact on what determines health outcomes – we too often insist the social factors that affect health, such as poverty or inequalities, are too complex or expensive to tackle.

We get stuck, in other words, and it appears there is no way out of the impasse.

To imagine a different approach, it’s helpful to start with a classic public health parable. Imagine you’re standing on the edge of a river. Suddenly a flailing, drowning child comes floating by. Without thinking, you dive in, grab the child and swim to shore. Before you can recover, another child comes floating by. You dive in and rescue her as well.

Then another child drifts into sight . . . and another . . . and another. You call for help, and people take turns fishing out child after child. Hopefully, before too long some wise person will ask: Who keeps chucking these kids in the river? And they’ll head upstream to find out.

Every time we have to clean up an environmental disaster, every time a young person winds up in jail, every time people have to take medicines to make up for the fact that they couldn’t afford good food, we’re suffering from the results of downstream thinking.

Thinking upstream means making smarter decisions – long-term decisions – about what kind of country we want. What better goal than creating the conditions for all people to enjoy true health – complete physical, mental and social well-being? And what better measure of a

country’s success than the health of its people?

First, we have to see beyond healthcare to what really makes us ill or well – income and its distribution, education, employment, social supports, housing, nutrition and the wider environment – the social determinants of health. Examining our decisions through the lens of optimal health allows us to focus our efforts on what makes the biggest difference to our well-being.

This also allows us to stop seeing investment in people as a cost. When we take into account the economic and social benefits of a healthy, educated population, we see that, by doing nothing to address the factors that make people sick, we ensure that more and more kids will come down the river, and that many of them will drown.

A new national, non-partisan organization launching this month seeks to bring forward a new way of talking about politics in Canada. Upstream is a movement to change the current conversation. It aims to make the mainstream look upstream, helping citizens to demand a healthy society and to understand the best ways to get there.

Upstream seeks to propagate a new frame, one that focuses in on the decisions that will make the most impact on the quality of our lives. By gathering the best evidence

available, academics and advocates will promote decisions made on the basis of practicality rather than ideology.

Using storytelling through multiple forms of media, Upstream will help to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice. By connecting individuals and partner organization through common language and goals, Upstream can help to create public demand for language and ideas consistent with the new frame, and can ultimately open up the space for action on the part of citizens and governments to build a truly healthy society.

The evidence is clear, addressing the social determinants of health is essential to improving our lives. Too often, however, the immediacy of acute care distracts decision-makers from upstream investment to prevent ill health. By seeking to prepare, rather than waiting to repair, we can make wiser decisions and enjoy better lives.

Ryan Meili is an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork. ca and a Saskatoon-based family doctor. He is head of the Division of Social Accountability at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine. Follow Ryan on Twitter @ryanmeili. For more information on Upstream: Institute for a Healthy Society, visit: www.thinkupstream. net

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Staff Here is an update on some matters that came up in provincial court in North Battleford on Thursday Oct. 10, before Judge David Kaiser.

Matters in the case against Chase Brent Hamilton of North Battleford have been adjourned to mid-November for separate court dates in North Battleford and Lloydminster.

Being sent back to Lloydminster provincial court are Hamilton’s more serious firearms, aggravated assault and forcible confinement charges connected to an alleged Sept.

27 robbery incident in Lloy-

dminster.

His Lloydminster charges will come up Nov. 18 in Lloydminster. His less-serious North Battleford charges – for mischief, breach of probation and drug possession – will return to North Battleford court Nov. 13.

Counsel indicated in court Thursday they have agreed to a consent remand in his case. Both of Hamilton’s November court appearances are slated to be by closedcircuit TV. Hamilton had been remanded in custody since Oct. 8, when he was arrested in North Battleford on the drug charges. Following the

arrest, RCMP thanked the public for their assistance in helping locate Hamilton, who had been wanted in an extensive manhunt by police following the Lloydminster incident.

Appearing in court Thursday was Chad Weasel, accused in connection to two walking trail incidents from Sept. 28.

Weasel, who faces sexual assault and two breach-ofundertaking charges, has been remanded in custody until Oct. 16 for his next scheduled appearance, which is to be by closed-circuit TV. A non-publication order on the alleged victims has been

issued as well.

Also in court Thursday was Marty Moccasin, a.k.a.

Marty Wapass, who is facing several charges stemming from an alleged Oct. 8 incident on 110th Street in the city. He is charged with pointing a firearm, uttering a threat, possessing a firearm without a license and carrying a weapon for purpose of committing an offence.

Moccasin had indicated in court this week that he had been attempting to contact private counsel in Edmonton. His matters have been adjourned to Friday morning for a bail hearing.

Burning truck found in city, RCMP have tips Staff Battlefords RCMP are encouraging residents to protect their vehicles in the wake of a theft of a truck that was later found on fire.

Around 5:50 a.m. on Oct. 8, Battlefords RCMP were dispatched to a theft of a truck from the 2000 block of Douglas Avenue.

According to police, RCMP observed a vehicle that appeared to be involved in a single vehicle accident, and the vehicle was on fire.

There were three persons observed running from the scene, but they entered a wooded area and were not located.

Police are offering tips to residents to protect their

vehicles with some basic crime-prevention measures, such as: - make sure there are no valuables left in plain sight, such as keys, personal identification, clothing, ipods, tablets, etc. when leaving your vehicle - never leave keys in an unattended vehicle, roll up the windows and always

lock doors.

- park your vehicle in the garage if you have one.

- do not hide or leave spare keys in your vehicle.

If you have information in regards to this vehicle theft / arson, you are urged to contact the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720, or contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-4541212.

Hung Up

Traffic was backed up on Highway 4 for several hours in Battleford early Friday morning after an incident on the Highway 16 overpass. At 4 a.m. Battlefords RCMP were called to a single vehicle rollover involving a semi trailer. The east-bound semi unit lost control and went over on the right side of the overpass. The driver and passenger were trapped inside the tractor unit, which was hanging over the edge of the railing. North Battleford Fire Department and EMS arrived on scene ensuring the safe extraction of the driver and passenger. Both driver and passenger were safe and found to have non life threatening injuries.

They were provided further medical care at Battlefords Union Hospital. Eastbound traffic coming to the Highway 16 bypass was to be rerouted for the next few hours until the vehicle and debris were cleared from the roadway.

Traffic coming from north on Highway 4 south of the overpass and traffic coming in from the east on Highway 16 was rerouted for several hours to ensure the safe flow of traffic across the bridge. At about 8 a.m., a crane (right) was seen leaving the area.

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Break‐in court date set Staff One of three youth suspects accused in the break-in at a north end school in North Battleford will return to court Oct. 16.

The youth, age 12, faces several charges including break and enter, possession of stolen property, mischief, committing an assault, failing to keep the peace and breach of an undertaking.

According to police, his

charges are connected to two incidents at the school at the 2200 block of 102nd Street, from Oct. 2 and Oct. 7, as well as incidents from the summer months.

The youth appeared in court Wednesday morning and a judicial interim release report is being ordered in time for his next appearance.

Two others, one age 12 and the other age 14, are also charged in connection to the Oct 2 incident.

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Cameron McIntosh: A visionary publisher and builder of the city of North Battleford

By Richard W. Hiebert and Gil Bellavance North Battleford Centennial Historical Committee

Cameron McIntosh was born July 17, 1871 at Dornoch, Grey County, Ont. He was descended from stalwart Scottish stock – the Camerons of Gray, Bruce and York.

Mr. McIntosh received his education in the public schools of Dornoch, and at Durham High School and Owen Sound Collegiate.

After graduating from high school, he enrolled in the Hamilton Normal School where he earned a professional teaching certificate in 1901. After teaching for a number of years, he was accepted into the College of Arts and Science and graduated with a degree in 1908.

Mr. McIntosh always had an interest in journalism. In 1911, he decided to move to the young, growing and prosperous community of North Battleford - hoping to find an opening in the newspaper business.

He taught school for the fall term and then took advantage of the opportunity to purchase The North Battleford News from a Mr. J.W. Bawden in 1912. Business was very good so Mr. McIntosh was persuaded to buy the Turtleford Record and The Times of St. Walburg. Mr. McIntosh also purchased the Battleford Press in 1951, one of the early newspapers in Western Canada.

Mr. McIntosh was an eminently successful publisher and businessman.

But he was also determined to serve his community, province and country in public office. He was elected as a Liberal Member of Parliament for the North Battleford constituency in 1925, re-elected in 1926, 1930 and 1935. He served until 1940.

During his tenure as MP, Mr. McIntosh was responsible for influencing the government to establish both city and rural mail routes. In addition, the Borden Bridge was constructed during his term of office. As well, he was an exponent of pensions for the aged and the blind, and he lobbied for allowances for unwed mothers. He was also an advocate for a distinctive Canadian flag. In this regard, he introduced a private member’s bill on five different occasions.

Mr. McIntosh was also a proponent of northern development. He argued passionately for the construction of road and rail services in order to reap the riches of the north – timber, fish and minerals.

As a lifetime member of the Hudson Bay Route, Mr. McIntosh strongly supported the development of the seaport at Churchill, Man., Western Canada’s only Atlantic harbour. As a result, western farmers realized large savings in transportation costs.

Mr. McIntosh ably served his community as a politician, but he also had an enviable record as a community volunteer. He was a member of the first library

board in North Battleford.

After World War II, he founded and was the first president of the Canadian Club of the Battlefords. This organization was responsible for erecting the cenotaph to honour and remember the men and women who gave their lives in defence of their country. This memorial still stands in the Hugh (Howdy) McPhail Park located at 11th Avenue and 100th Street in North Battleford.

Cameron McIntosh was a man of faith. He was a prominent member of the Presbyterian Church – a pioneer elder, and a member for more than 40 years. On many occasions, Mr. McIntosh represented Saskatchewan Presbyterians at Presbytery, and at Synod and General Assemblies.

He was also the Superintendent of the Knox-St. Andrew’s Sunday School for more than 50 years.

In addition, he sang in the church choir. As a lay member of the church, Mr. McIntosh played a strong leadership role and was highly influential in the life of the Presbyterian Church.

In the last decade of his long life, Cameron McIntosh published his first book that detailed his life story, his philosophy and dreams for his country. He titled his book Canada Calling.

Mr. McIntosh believed, above all, that every citizen had a responsibility to be first of all, a Canadian – to express love for one’s country – its limitless resources, its people and its institutions. Moreover, Mr. McIntosh passionately believed we must live by the laws of our great country as written in our constitution, and we must be willing to defend our great nation regardless of the cost.

Shortly before his death, Mr. McIntosh published his second book.

During his life, Cameron McIntosh was admired and praised for his many accomplishments as a publisher, member of Parliament, community volunteer and churchman. But perhaps the greatest honour bestowed on Mr. McIntosh occurred during his 100th birthday celebrations. Towards the end of his long life, North Battleford’s airport was named the Cameron McIntosh Airport.

Mr. McIntosh was more than a successful businessman, politician and community servant, he was a family man. He married Pearle Suzanne, April 17, 1918. They were blessed with a daughter, Peggy, and a son, Cameron Irwin (who became lieutenant-governor of Saskatchewan). They also had five grandchildren. After a lengthy illness, Mrs. McIntosh died July 26, 1968. Remarkably, Cameron McIntosh lived to be 100 years old. He was of clear mind and active well into his old age. On Aug. 8, 1971, one month after celebrating his 100th birthday, Cameron McIntosh died.

On the occasion of North Battleford’s centennial, we pause to remember the life of a most remarkable man. He admirably served as a parliamentarian, publisher, in community service and as a member of his church. Cameron Ross McIntosh was truly a great citizen.

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First solo show for Aquadeo artist at Chapel Gallery

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

The Windows Salon at the Chapel Gallery is the venue for an Aquadeo artist’s first solo show.

Anne Sather was born on a small farm near Ituna, and started painting in high school. She enjoyed it and, wanting to learn more so went to classes at Emma Lake and Cypress Hills and took some university classes as well.

Now a retired teacher,

she and her husband began “going south” in the winter, and there she took more workshops and classes, and has evolved through different styles and media to arrive at watercolour.

Sights and Sounds is the current exhibition of her work at The Chapel Gallery. It is a collection of paintings in watercolour, oil, pastel and acrylic that “depict the hidden elegance of the world around us.”

Sather has chosen watercolour as her main media, although she also works in

acrylic, oil and pastel, and has included some in her show. Watercolour became her favourite when “going south” with a fifth wheel prompted her to solve the problem of having no where to store big canvases.

“So I thought, paper!”

It may have grown out of convenience, but Sather says, “I think you can do anything you want with watercolour.”

Ann’s style is dissimilar to most watercolourists.

“The true watercolorist is very soft … but that’s not me, that’s not my style.”

She says some of her pieces start off that way, but she can’t resist turning up the intensity.

“I may start off gentle and nice, and the next thing I know I’ve put on plenty of colour.”

She may have a favourite media, but she doesn’t have a favourite piece. She likes to quote Margaret Atwood when asked if she has a favourite. Atwood said she wouldn’t say which was her favourite because she might offend the other books.

She does most of her painting during the winter, when home is Parksville, B.C. In the summer, Aquadeo is home, but she doesn’t get

much painting done there.

She’s too busy golfing and socializing.

“I do have a very nice studio in Aquadeo, and it’s perfect to paint, but summer’s just too busy,” she says.

This is Sather’s first solo show, although she’s shown her work in group exhibitions at a variety of galleries in western Canada including The Gallery on the Roof in Regina, The Godfrey Dean Gallery in Yorkton and The Old Schoolhouse at Qualicum Beach, B.C. She has also shown her work at galleries as far away as Texas.

About a year ago, she approached the Chapel Gallery about having an exhibition.

By Karen Kowalski

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“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” - Scott Adams Two dates to remember: Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26, the Art Club will be participating at the

Marigold Market at the Chapel Gallery.

Friday, Nov. 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., “Sparkle with Art” Show and Sale will be held at the Chapel Gallery.

There are workshops being planned for the winter so check with the Chapel Gallery for dates, times and subjects.

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The work of Ann Sather of Aquadeo Beach is on display, and for sale, at the Chapel Gallery in North Battleford until Nov. 3.

“I thought it’s time I had a solo show.”

She brought some pictures in to former curator Michael Brokop, left them with him, and in two weeks time he said, “Your show is on.”

She went on the list for the Windows Salon, the area of the gallery usually reserved for local artists.

Current curator Leah Garven says, “She has quite a large body of work. A lot of artists who get this space don’t have this substantial quantity and quality of work.”

“And there’s a lot more at home,” laughs Sather.

Sights and Sounds is on until Nov. 3.

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NOMINATION FORM 2013 2013 Citizen of the Year & Junior Citizen of the Year I nominate ____________________________________________________ of ___________________________________________________________ I believe my nominee deserves this award because: (Write out reason and attach to nomination form.)

NOTE: This is not a ballot and it is not necessary to send in more than one nomination for each nominee. The decision is not based on the number of nominations a person receives.

Ann Sather works in watercolour, but she likes intense colour. Photos by Jayne Foster Breast Friends were at the wonderful Word on the Street fair in Saskatoon last month and had a great time. We sold many books that will be in people’s stockings this Christmas.

We served this recipe from our award-winning Breast Wishes for the Men in Our Lives book. The cheese dip was a big hit. This makes a great appetizer. If you make it ahead the flavours blend, and it is even better! It is meant to be served served warm, but we serve rved it cold andd got got thumbs thhumbs umbs up!

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2 packages cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup bacon bits (the real ones) 1 - 200 ml can sliced black olives

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Mail this nomination form to: Citizen of the Year Judges P.O. Box 1029, North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6.

All nominations must be received by NOVEMBER 30, 2013 The Citizen of the Year and Junior Citizen of the Year awards are presented to Battlefords & District citizens for distinguished service to their community. To nominate a Citizen or Junior Citizen of the Year, prepare a presentation using the following guide: 1. State the nominee’s name, address and phone number (home/business).

2. State the nominator’s name, address and phone number (home/business).

3. Provide family information including the names of the nominee’s spouse, children, brothers, sisters and parents.

4. Supply a recent close-up photo of the nominee (if available).

5. Please include in your nomination letter: a. Brief history of nominee with education and family along with personal accomplishments through work. b. A list of nominee’s interests outside of work, volunteer organizations or contributions to their community. If the nominee has received any awards please include these. c. Attach a precise cover letter stating why the nominee should be chosen for this prestigious award and include letters of support which offer insight into the candidate’s involvements. These are helpful to the selection committee.

6. Junior nominees must be 18 years or younger.

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Overtime win puts Midget Stars in first place through five games

By Sean Macey Sports Reporter

Special teams and a big effort from one of their rookies were the keys to success for the Battlefords Stars Thursday night.

The Stars did a solid job staying out of the penalty box, but infractions are inevitable and killing four of five Beardy’s Blackhawks powerplays went a long way towards a victory. Two powerplay goals on three opportunities for the Stars helped too.

Meanwhile, rookie forward Josh LaFramboise was playing in just his second AAA game and earned his first two points, which couldn’t have come at a better time.

He had an assist on the gametying goal in the third period

to send it to overtime. Then, in overtime, LaFramboise scored the game-winner to keep the Stars’ unbeaten season alive.

Although the score sheet shows a 4-3 overtime win, it was nowhere near that close.

The Stars dominated the puck from start to finish, registering scoring chance after scoring chance to the point they had a distinct advantage even with a player in the penalty box. The shots tell the story better than the score, with the Blackhawks ending the game behind 48-29. In overtime, the Stars had five shots to the Blackhawks’ zero.

The ability to capitalize on chances is what set the two teams apart for much of the game. The Blackhawks struck first when Nicholas Shumlanski made a crisp pass to Shane Regier across the

ice, leaving goaltender Ryan Rewerts no chance to make the stop as he slid across the crease.

The trio of Logan Nachtegaele, Bryce Neufeld and Keifer Hintz connected for the Stars’ first goal. The three players had a combined eight points in Wednesday’s game against Saskatoon and continued to impress Thursday.

It was Nachtegaele who had the goal after banging home a rebound. A recurring theme for the Stars this season has been strong positional play and a focus on puck possession and driving the net hard. So far it’s been paying off, with their forwards using their size to stake a claim to the prime real estate in front of goalies.

The Stars went into the second period trailing when Reed Gunville scored on a

Rewerts rebound with five minutes left.

The Stars spent eight minutes of the second period in the box, but forward Spencer Bast apparently didn’t get the memo. He spent most of the penalty kill jumping defenders at the blue line and taking the puck to the other end, racking up scoring chances, single-handedly outplaying a five-man Blackhawks powerplay.

With about two minutes remaining and on the powerplay, Bast was absolutely robbed by goalie Mitchell Canaday, but got revenge on the next play when he walked in the slot and beat Canaday five-hole. It was Bast’s fourth goal of the season, tying him for the team lead with line mate Graham Gove.

Teams exchanged goals and penalties in the third,

Shane Regier narrowly beats Ryan Rewerts for the first goal of the game. The Stars goalie allowed two goals in the first, but was rock-solid for the final two periods, allowing a single goal on 20 shots. Photo by Sean Macey with Kaleb Dahlgren scoring for the Stars. And it was LaFramboise’s goal a minute into overtime on the powerplay that was the difference maker.

The Stars take a week

off before heading to Swift Current Thursday, looking to improve their record to 5-0-1. They’re back at home the following Saturday when Yorkton makes the trip to the Battlefords.

JPII Volleyball

The John Paul II Collegiate junior boys’ volleyball team (left) won gold at their home tournament. From left to right are: Steve Ryan (coach), Scott Charbin, Kolby Rea, Jordan Linquist, Brett Tatton, Vic Stynsky (head coach), Sid Ironstand, Liam Tkatchuk, Jacob Stynsky (captain), Tyler Benoit and Spencer Wasmuth.

The junior girls’ team (right) also found success, winning silver in a loss to North Battleford Comprehensive High School. From left to right in the back row are: Roxanne Brandle (coach), Sophia Bonifacio, Mellet Mislang, Kiana Steinborn, Meghan Yockey and Janet Benoit (coach). Middle: Paige Reynolds and Elianna Pyle. Bottom: Rebecca Lidster and Bailey Taylor.

John Paul II also had a second junior girls’ team who “played well and ended the day with good efforts and new experience on the court.” Photos submitted

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JPII Crusaders wrap up season with high hopes for next year

By Sean Macey Sports Reporter

The John Paul II Collegiate Crusaders fielded a young football team this year and were able to compete game in and game out, which head coach Bruce Yockey believes will translate to a stronger 2014 season.

The Kindersley Kobras took on JPII Thursday evening at Beaver Lion’s Stadium, in the Crusaders’ final game of the season.

The 23-14 Kobras victory meant a winless year for the Crusaders, but Yockey sees a bright future ahead.

“We’re young, we’ll be set up well for next year and the year after. Our Grade 12s have worked hard this year, no doubt about it, we just didn’t have the experience we’ve

had the last couple years,” he said.

The contrast between the team that got beat up in a September preseason game against Meadow Lake compared to Thursday’s performance is night and day. A big reason for the improvement was the outstanding defence and ability to make open-field tackles often not seen in high school football.

“That’s been one of the big improvements for sure. From the start of the year until now, we’ve been working on those basic things and the defence did play really well. Probably if we could have kept our offence on the field a little more and gave those guys a little bit of rest, they get tired towards the end of the game,” said Yockey. “They played awesome and they gave us a chance to win and that’s all

you can ask for.”

The Kobras’ offence was close to invisible for almost the entire first half. The strong Crusaders’ defence was highlighted by a couple Kobras drives in the second quarter where the team had good field position and looked poised to score. The first, JPII had backto-back sacks forcing the Kobras to punt from midfield.

The return was fumbled, giving Kindersley the ball deep in John Paul II territory.

In the final seven minutes, the Crusaders made a pair of red zone stops. JPII was 27 seconds away from a first-half shutout when Josh Livingstone found Jared Thornton for a 30-yard connection. The two hooked up again to complete the two-point conversion and Kindersley went into halftime with an 8-0 lead.

The running back one-two

punch of Jacob Stynsky and Gavin Garden led the Crusaders’ rejuvenated secondhalf offence down the field multiple times in the third quarter, but couldn’t quite find the end zone. With Kindersley worried about the run on defence, quarterback Tyler Wasmuth showed off his arm, completing a pass to Jared Schmidt at the one-yard line.

The Crusaders got stuffed on three consecutive plays, but a facemask penalty gave them a first down and they capitalized. Garden sprinted outside on a pitch and ran it to the house. They missed the two-point conversion with 10 minutes left in the game.

Then the Kobras’ offence broke out. Thornton was on the receiving end of a 30-yard flea flicker in the endzone.

They added two points and jumped ahead 16-6.

Although they tired out by the fourth quarter, the Crusaders’ defence had an outstanding game. The majority of Kindersley’s plays were runs to the outside and the Crusaders successfully made open field tackles on most of them.Photo by Sean Macey The Crusaders fumbled on the ensuing drive and Kindersley once again took advantage. Thornton caught his third touchdown, this time a shoe-string, 15-yard reception with 40 seconds left.

Down 23-6 in the final

minute, Wasmuth scrambled away from a pair of defenders and threw it to Garden, who ran 75 yards down the sideline. The Crusaders then recovered an onside kick, but it was too late and they dropped the game 23-14.

Roughriders squeak by with ugly victory over Eskimos, improve to 10‐5

As the colour of the leaves change around here, so too have peoples’ attitudes towards victories by their beloved Saskatchewan Roughriders.

On a windy fall day at Mosaic Stadium this past Saturday, the Saskatchewan Roughriders held on to beat the Edmonton Eskimos 14-9 in a game which will never be shown on ESPN Classics.

Saskatchewan stopped Eskimos quarterback Mike Reilly on a goal line stand with just more than a minute to go to preserve a five-point victory and officially snuff out any chance of Edmonton making the playoffs in 2013.

The outcome also greatly enhanced the Riders’ chance at hosting a playoff game for the first time since 2010.

In the summer months, when this CFL season was still in its infancy, there was a tendency for the Rider Nation to flame a game like that.

Quarterback Darian Durant threw for a puny 170 yards and the team ended up with

three turnovers on the day (in the exact same fashion their opponents gave up the football).

There was no need to worry about getting up to visit the washroom during this one.

You wouldn’t have missed much until the final minute, which in some ways, is a good thing. Saskatchewan didn’t register a single offensive play over 30 yards, which has led some to scratch their heads, but the defence came to the rescue again.

How does that saying go about defence and championships go again?

Green football fans are not concerned about style points any longer. With the way this season has turned out, a three-way slugfest between Saskatchewan, Calgary and BC right down to the finish line, everyone was simply happy and satisfied with the victory.

“I’m thankful for a lot of things,” Rider head coach Corey Chamblin when asked for what he’s most thankful

for on this Thanksgiving weekend. “Professionally I’m thankful this team has survived the storms we’ve had, got 10 wins, and how this team is learning to play together and stay together.

I’m proud of this team right now.”

So the Riders improved to 10-5 and it’s the first time since 1970 that the franchise has had 10 wins after 15 games. Need we remind you the Riders never even made it

to the Grey Cup that season?

Seriously it doesn’t matter.

It’s just a fun fact.

There are plenty of interesting things to watch down the stretch, not the least of which is the battle between Rider tailback Kory Sheets and Calgary running back Jon Cornish. Cornish is 137 yards ahead of Sheets for the league’s rushing crown with three games to go.

“I sat out three games (with injury), he hasn’t and that’s

pretty much all that matters,” Sheets smirked to reporters in Saskatoon last week. “Everybody knows that I’m a better back than he is and I’m pretty much not thinking about what he does anymore. Somebody told me about what he was talking about, but he knows what’s going on over here.

He knows that I’m a better running back than he is. You wanna talk about it? We’ll see what the numbers do at the end of the season.”

Fun talk, but both players

likely care more who’s carting around the Grey Cup at the end of the year.

Also the Riders made the biggest splash at last week’s CFL trade deadline by acquiring defensive end Alex Hall and his league-leading 15 sacks from Winnipeg in exchange for lineman Patrick Neufeld.

Now only the Riders, Lions and Stampeders are left at the table.

And it’s time for the dealer to deal another hand.

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October 19-20 The Battlefords Midget Stars are back at the Civic Centre for back-to-back games against Yorkton. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. both days.

October 19 The Battlefords North Stars play their first home game in

more than two weeks when they host Kindersley at the Civic Centre.

October 20 The Battlefords Bantam Barons are playing their first

home game in two weeks at the Battleford Arena. Game time is 4:30 p.m.

To submit an item for the Sports Calendar email newsoptimist.sports@sasktel.net, fax 306-445-3223 or call 306-445-7261.

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OBITUARIES KONOPELSKI: The family of Alvin Konopelski is saddened to announce his passing on October 2nd, 2013 at Battleford District Care. Left to mourn is his daughter Carolyn Nelson of Edmonton, AB, grandson Mark (Marisa) Nelson of Whitehorse, YU and great grandchildren Sascha and Sadie. He is also survived by his sisters Olga of Surrey, BC, Nellie, Liz, and Jane of Summerland, BC, Lee of Powell River, BC and his brother Joe of Powell River, BC. Alvin is predeceased by his loving wife Florence Konopelski. A graveside remembrance was held on Wednesday, October 9th at 2:00 pm at the North Battleford City Cemetery with Rev. Frances Patterson officiating. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Natasha Remenda of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418

MELBY - Mr. Phillip, 1946 2013. Mr. Phillip Faine Melby, age 67 of Shellbook, SK passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Faine was born on June 11, 1946 in Turtleford, Saskatchewan, the youngest child to Wallen and Rita (nee Cortus) Melby.

He took his schooling in Turtleford and Glaslyn, SK, and actively worked on the family farm. Faine had a love for nature and farming. In 1969 he met and married Marjorie Bleich, moved for Prince Albert for a short time before buying land and settling northeast of Shellbrook where he started a dairy, beef and grain farm. Faine loved spending time with his family, in particular his grand-daughters. His interests were baseball, hockey (Go Raiders!!), chuck wagon races, fishing and woodworking. He enjoyed being outdoors and spending time amongst his cattle and the land. Over the years, he was an active member of the Dairy Producers Association and the Prince Albert Exhibition Association. Faine is survived by his family: his three daughters, Carmin Melby (partner, Trevor Campbell and sons Braden and Nicholas) of Redcliff, AB; Karen (David) Grenier and their 4 daughters Aimee, Madeline, Brienne and Colette of Marcelin, SK; Coreen Melby and husband Craig Roberts of Saskatoon, SK; one sister, Verna Steen of Airdie, AB as well as two nephews and one niece. Faine was predeceased by his father Wallen Melby of Livelong,SK and mother Rita Melby of Prince Albert,SK; the mother of his daughters, Marjorie Melby of Prince Albert, SK.; brother-in-law, Robert Nerland of Moose Jaw, SK; his nephew, Alfen Nerland of British Columbia. Phillip was much loved, and going to be sorely missed but not forgotten by his family.

A Come and go Tea will be held in Shellbrook for Phillip on Friday, October 11, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. from the St. Agatha’s RC Church Hall in Shellbrook, SK. There will be a family graveside service to follow at a later date in Livelong, Saskatchewan. In lieu of tributes, donations may be made in memory of Phillip to the Parkland Integrated Health Centre. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to the care of Beau”Lac” Funeral Home, Tammy Smart, Funeral Director, Shellbrook (1-306-7472828). ____________________________________________________

HAEGEBAERT: In Loving Memory of Alphonse Joseph Haegebaert who was born Jan. 4, 1939 at North Battleford, SK and passed away Sept. 27, 2013 at North Battleford, SK. Alphonse was a good man and lived a quiet, farming life. His main interests were his Religion, family and honesty. Listening to good music and reading history stories – and about pioneer life was relaxing evenings for him. Alphonse is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Olga; loving children and grandchildren. Adeline (Chad) Weiler – Samantha, Amanda & Nathan, Red Deer, AB; Vincent, Calgary, AB; Karen (Kirsten) Bru, Meota, SK; David (Larinda), North Battleford, SK; Theresa, Calgary, AB; Paul, North Battleford, SK; siblings: Marie Van Dijk, Camille, George (Carol), Cecilia (Murray) Burton, all of North Battleford, SK; Olga’s family: Helen Soltys, Brandon, MB, Catherine (Lance) Zuehlke, Calgary, AB, sister-in-law, Mary Rypta Saluk, Hafford, SK; brother-in-law: Steve Bogar, Hafford, SK; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents: Julian & Jeanne Haegebaert; In-laws: Walter & Annie Saluk; brother: Charles; sister-in-law: Mary Bogar; brothers-in-law: Peter Van Dijk, Delmar Wouters, Nick Soltys, Peter Saluk, Leon (Violet) Saluk. Vigil Of Prayer was held Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013 with Gaetanne Beaudoin, Presider and Mass of Christian Burial was held Wed, Oct. 2, 2013 with Father Nestor Gregoire, O.M.I., Celebrant; both Services from St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK. The Cross Bearer was Chloe Laidlaw and Reception of Body: Pall ~ Flowers ~ Crucifix: Immediate Family. Liturgy Of The Word was shared by 1st Reading ~ Maureen McCallen; Responsorial Psalm ~ The Choir; 2nd Reading ~ Anna Laidlaw; Gospel ~ Fr. Nestor Gregoire, O.M.I.: Prayers of The Faithful ~ Audrey Van Dijk.

Liturgy Of The Eucharist: Gift Bearers ~ Grandchildren: Samantha, Amanda & Nathan Weiler. Gifts of Music by Pianist, Maureen Gerein; Faith Community Choir and Soloist, Robert MacKay ~ “Ave Marie”. The Honourary Pallbearers were Camille P. Haegebaert, Gaston C. Haegebaert, Cyril Fransoo, Emile Gregoire, Steve Bogar, Ronald Gregoire, Albert Lambert & Leo Nachtegaele and Active Pallbearers were Douglas Van Dijk, Arnold Van Dijk, Michael Van Dijk, Rodney Wouters, Miles Haegebaert, Lyle Haegebaert, Lloyd Haegebaert, Bill Laidlaw. Memorials are requested to St. Joseph Seminary – Edmonton, AB (Seminarian Education Fund) or donor’s choice. Interment followed at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. 306-446-4200.

Card of Thanks The family of Olga Haegebaert would like to extend sincere thanks to all the health care and medical staff who assisted in treating and caring for Alphonse. We are grateful for all the kindness and support shown to us all throughout the duration of his cancer battle. We would like to thank everyone for their kind words of support in this difficult time with special thanks to those who sent flowers, cards, food and prepared meals. We would also like to extend sincere thanks to all those who gave prayers, Mass cards and charitable donations on Alphonse’s behalf as well as Fr. Anthony Afangide and Fr. Gerard Legaspi for the spiritual blessings and comfort to Alphonse in his final days and Fr. Nestor Gregoire for celebrating Alphonse’s life in his Funeral Mass. Dr. William Lipsett, words cannot express how much we appreciate the help and support you gave, and kindness you showed to us all. To the St. Joseph’s CWL, Faith Community Choir and all those who participated in the Prayers and Funeral Mass for Alphonse, thank you all for celebrating his life with us. A special thanks to Bob MacKay for your friendship, your gift of song and to all at The Battlefords Funeral Service for your professional assistance. ____________________________________________________

LeBLANC: Mr. Joe LeBlanc of Calgary, Alberta and formerly of the Battlefords passed away on April 17, 2013 at the age of 79 years. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, October 12th, 2013 @ 2:00 p.m. from the Sloan Auditorium, Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 70, with Mrs. Joyce Sali officiating. Interment will follow the luncheon in the Veteran’s section of Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion will confer Veteran’s rights. The family has placed their trust with Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. Condolences for the family may be directed to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness the family announces his sudden and unexpected passing at his home in Calgary, Alberta. Today let’s celebrate the life of a proud Canadian.

Alex was a long time and very active member of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry; The Korea Veterans Association of Canada Inc and the Alberta No. 1 Royal Canadian Legion. He was a son, brother, Dad, Grandpa an even prouder Great Grandpa and dear friend. Alex was born in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia where he resided until joining the Army on August 23, 1951. Before being released October 24, 1960 Alex served in the Korean War, was stationed in Calgary, Germany and Victoria. Alex then tried his hand at farming south of Battleford in the Ibstone area. Realizing this is not what he wanted to do, Alex got a job with Poole Construction building the Comprehensive High School and reno’s to the Saskatchewan Hospital in North Battleford. He then moved to Calgary with Poole Construction, years later worked for Graham Construction becoming foreman while working on such buildings as the Saddle Dome and Calgary City Hall. Alex retired from his job with Graham in 1995. Alex is survived by his son Bernard (Pat) LeBlanc; daughters Sherry LeBlanc, Nancy (Darren) Sack; sisters Dorothy (George) Hirtle, Eleanor (Harvey) Dickens; brothers Donald (Margaret) LeBlanc, Richard (Anna) LeBlanc; sisters in-law Edna, Sadie and Cheryl LeBlanc; 4 grandchildren Tammy (Les), Trevor (Ashley), Jessica (Mark) and Nicole (Casey), 4 great grandchildren Konnor, Breelynn, Landyn, and Paige, numerous nieces and nephews; one very special soul mate/lady friend of many years Pearl Hoolihan and her daughter Cindy. Alex is predeceased by his parents Mildred and Bernard Joseph LeBlanc; wife Grace (Bohse); brothers Matthew, Lawrence, Billy and Tommy LeBlanc; sisters in-law Dorothy LeBlanc and son in-law Don Smith.

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OBITUARIES BANNERMAN ~ Nellie Bannerman passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2013 at the age of 87 years. Nellie was born on January 21, 1926 in Edam, Saskatchewan to Miriam and Nickalaus Vallentgoed. Nellie will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Fred; son, Greg (Debby) Bannerman and daughter, Shannon Bannerman; three grandchildren, Melanie (Shawn) Fortier, Mandie (Kyle) Taylor and Matt (Emma) Bannerman; six great grandchildren, Keely Fortier, Jarron, Kasen and Raynon Taylor and Laila and Astrid Bannerman; two sisters, Miriam Vallentgoed and Ruth (Bill) Bannerman; one sister-in-law, Angie Vallentgoed as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Nellie Bannerman was conducted from The Good Shepherd Community Church, Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM with Reverend Canon Don Skinner officiating. The eulogy was given by Susan Kern. The hymns sung were, “In The Garden” and “Amazing Grace” accompanied by organist Bev Meikle. The active pallbearers were Corey Bannerman, Garry Bannerman, Dale Bannerman, Owen Bannerman, Paul Constable, Bill Bannerman and Mark Constable. Interment was held in the Turtleford Cemetery. Donations in memory of Nellie may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Turtleford administered the funeral arrangements.

Card of Thanks The family of the late Nellie Bannerman would like to thank Reverend Canon Don Skinner for the beautiful service, Susan Kern for giving the eulogy and organist Bev Meikle for the gift of music.

Thank you to Corey, Garry, Dale, Owen, Paul, Bill and Mark for acting as pallbearers. Thank you to the Good Shepherd Anglican United Church ladies for providing and serving the delicious lunch.

Thank you to all those who sent cards and flowers, made donations and for the phone calls, visits and support during this difficult time. ____________________________________________________ TADY: John ‘Jack’ Walter Tady - November 14, 1928-September 17, 2013. Family and friends gathered to celebrate Jack’s life on September 21. He is remembered as an excellent listener - if you had a story, Jack had a nonjudgmental ear for you, not to mention a cup of coffee or a shot of whiskey. He was famous for baking; most family suppers included several varieties of pies, as Jack made sure everyone had their favourite, and his waffles and Christmas pudding are legendary. Jack understood that his special recipes brought family and friends together. Our memories are less of the treats (as delicious as they were) and more of the many, many weekends, holidays, and regular Sunday evenings spent together, strengthening our family bond. Those traditions will continue. Jack’s treasure in life was his family. He and his wife Bernadette raised seven children, who then made Jack a proud grandfather to 15 loving grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren: Joan (Lyle) and their children, Jordan (Kerilyn) and Aidan, Natalie, and Lydia, and Wade (Tracy) Voigt; Dale (Maureen) and their children, Shawn (Sara)Tady, and Erin (Glenn) and Gibson and Griffin Odishaw; Bev (Brian) Lampitt and their children, Jennifer (Sheldon) and Jordyn and Luke Friedt, Kelly (Kyle) and Elin Weber, and Brennan Lampitt (Alana, Rio & Eve Tucker); Doug (Susan) Tady and their children, Dustin (Kelly) and Kian and Kahl McLean, and Drew Tady; Cheryl (Kolin) and their children, Jaycee and Becky Bulmer; Shannon (Jim) and their children, James and Adam Banks; Gregg (Kerilee) and their children, Jackson and Mishele Tady. After Bernadette passed away suddenly in 1986, Jack met Joyce Chmelnyk, who has been his loving companion for the past 26 years. Jack opened his heart to Joyce’s family as well, including Terry (Amber); Kenny (Penny); and Randy (Darlene) Chmelnyk and their families, as well as the families of Bobby and Eddy Chmelnyk, who have passed away.

Jack is survived by his sister, Lois Tady; brothers-in-law John Strautman and Pat Bolan; sisters-in-law Terry (Vince) Verrastro, Angie (Miro) Worobetz, and Dorothy Murray; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and his special friends Terry and Patti Lumsdon and Pat Germann. He is predeceased by his wife, Bernadette (Bolan) Tady; father John Tady and mother Clara (Iverson) Tady; sister Marion Rimmer and brother-in-law Don Rimmer; sister Laura Strautman and brother Dennis Tady; and brother-in-law Bob Murray. The family would like to thank Bob MacKay and The Battlefords Funeral Service for the funeral arrangements, particularly for the very special farewell. Thank you to all relatives and friends who have sent their condolences and gifts of food and flowers. Memorials can also be sent to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc. - Palliative Care Unit (Box 1358, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3L8) or to a cause of your choice. Jack retired as a conductor with CN in 1990, but trains and whistles will forever remind us of him.

We’ll always think of you when we feel the ground shake, engine rumble, and hear that whistle blow! ____________________________________________________

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COMING EVENTS

2013 FALL DISTRICT MEETINGS The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association (SCA) extends an invitation to all cattle producers in the province to attend the SCA fall district meetings.

A total of eleven (11) district meetings are scheduled between October 21st & October 28th, 2013 For information contact: Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association P: 1.877.908.2333 E: info@saskbeef.com W: www.saskbeef.com Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association - to promote the well being of all production sectors of the Saskatchewan beef cattle industry through effective representation from all regions of the province.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE. October 28 to November 3 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

Craft and Trade Show, November 3rd, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. MST, Maidstone Legion Hall. Sponsored by Health-Care Aux. Book tables call Marg at 306-893-4751 or cell 306893-7751.

Grow Marijuana Commercially. Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriot Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com.

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WINNIPEG JETS 1 night U-Drive Packages are available for ALL HOME GAMES Packages include: Hotel, Tickets & Dinner

See the SOLD OUT GREY CUP Game Tour packages includes 4 Nights Hotel Accommodations and Grey Cup Tickets Nov. 21st - 25th in Regina

FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 66 1/4’s South Central - 18 1/4’s East Central - 74 1/4’s South - 70 1/4’s South East - 22 1/4’s South West - 58 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 55 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE LAND AVAILABLE TO RENT

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Bell Express Vu Dealer & Installer, new & used 2 way radios, wireless internet sales & installs, rural high speed internet. Phone 937-3188 For Sale: New Holland 354 Mix Mill, Good condition, $2,000.00 Phone 306-445-5517 PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306649.1400 for details.

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HOUSES FOR SALE 10 KM South of Estevan New 1750 sq. Ft. home on 10 Acres 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 6 Appliances. Just $525,000.00. Call 780-554-3087 Today. $85,000.00 Older home, many upgrades, large back yard, garage, good area. 1252 - 107th street. 306445-5506 evenings or text 306-4418398 Cute older home located 30 minutes SW of the Battlefords For Sale. This Home is Perfect for a Starter family or Revenue property, @1000 sq. ft 2+ bedrooms with detached garage (2010) Large completely fenced yard with patio area and fire pit, many upgrades and nicely decorated. Asking around $80,000.00. For more information please call 306445-7265 or 306-445-3937 and leave message. Serious enquiries only please.

SUITES FOR RENT

MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for rent. Adult building only. No pets.

Damage deposit required. Call 306441-8489 or 306-445-0191.

FOR RENT IN BATTLEFORD Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites available Utilities included Starting at $499 per month Cal 306-441-2149 or 306-445-8778 SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal etc. Phone 445-8439 MARKS MOBILE Dumpster, tree cutting, hedge trimming, leaf vacuuming & blowing, eavestroughs cleaning. Will load and haul anything to dump. Call 306-441-7530 Rob’s Snow Blowing Service book early for the coming season call 445-2736.

RITE-WAY SERVICES Household & cottage renovations, insurance claims, RRAP programs, plumbing, decks, fences, painting, roofing REASONABLE RATES Call 306-446-2059 (leave message) FEED & SEED Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

1 Bedroom Apartment. No smoking, no children, no pets, references required, adult living, available Oct. 1 phone 306-445-2943.

Two bedroom Apartment in quiet Adult Complex, possession Nov 1. $700.00 security, $700.00 rent, employed or retired only. Call to view 306-481-2836.

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2 Bedroom House 4 Rent, For Working Couple, good area, N/S No Pets, Large Backyard, Garage. Text only 306-441-8398 Evenings 306-4455506

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

For rent 1,572 sqft house with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and developed basement. Attached 2 car garage, nonsmoking, references required. $1,800/month plus utilities.

Call 306-441-8279.

For Rent 2 bedroom, Small house on acreage close to North Battleford.

Retired or semi retired Farmer couple preferred. Available Immediately 306-441-2510. Non smokers.

Smaller 3 bedroom in Battleford, Close to school 141-24th Street, references required, No pets, F/S/W/D $850. per month. Call 306-4462914.

ROOM & BOARD Rooms for rent includes satellite and internet, monthly or weekly, $150. and up. Restaurant and lounge on site. Call 306-445-1950

Selling Second Cut Square Alpha Bales. 4 dollars a bale, Call 306386-2469

DOMESTIC CARS 1990 Grand Marquis LS, resently spend $1,000. on repairs, $1,200.00 o.b.o. Call 306-480-2518

ONLY A FEW UNITS LEFT! 55 PLUS ADULT COMMUNITY Ground Level Ranchers. www.diamondplace.ca 306 241 0123 Warman, SK

For sale 2007 Pontiac G6, automatic, 4 door, very clean, 89,000 kms, $7,900.00 OBO. Call 306-843-7313.

LAND FOR SALE

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DOMESTIC CARS

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JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta.

Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience.

Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca.

Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

PARTS & ACCESSORIES Wrecking auto-trucks... Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of dodge... gmc... ford... imports... We ship anywhere. Lots of dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff... (Lloydminster) Reply 780875-0270..... North-East Recyclers truck up to 3tons

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Wanted for Hunting Lodge Person willing to cook and do other kitchen work Nov. 1 to Nov. 30. Phone 306937-3017 leave a message.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Required person to COOK AND CLEAN for 10-15 man road construction camp.

Accommodations provided. Successful applicant will be required to travel with the construction crew.

Must have valid driver’s license; safe food handling ticket; and experience in a similar environment.

Send resume and two work references to: Bryden Construction, Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0.

Fax: 306-769-8844.

Email: brydenconstruct @xplornet.ca HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators).

Camp job. Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; email: brydenconstruct@xplornet.ca Fax: 306-769-8844

Is hiring Medical Transcriptionists to work from home.

Experienced MTs and CanScribe Career College graduates should apply.

Several positions available.

Email resume to:

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Pharmacy Manager for Wadena Drugs, Wadena, SK. Full time, permanent position. Email resume or inquiries to wadena@pharmachoice.ca attn: Yvonne Linnen Satellite TV and internet installer/retail assistant. Must be able to work independently. Computer experience an asset. Must have valid drivers license. Training provided. Watrous Furniture, Box 1029, Watrous, Sask. watrous.furn.appl@sasktel.net

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT METAL ROOFING, SIDING, AND TRIMS. 36” Tuff-Rib/Low-Rib Colored 83¢/sq.ft. Galvalume 72¢/sq.ft.

Largest Color Selection. Custom Trims Manufactured In-house 40 Year Warranty. Call MEL-VIEW METAL 1-306-752-4219.

COMING EVENTS

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES

Community Events Calendar

Bond Industrial SEA Containers Selling New Used and Modified Sea Containers for storage. Guaranteed wind water and rodent proof.

Delivery available.

Ask about modifications eg. doors, windows, insulation, new paint, power, etc.

Modify your container for your specific needs.

Call Bond Industrial at 306-373-2236 email joe@bondind.com or visit our website at www.bondind.com.

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca 101026887 Saskatchewan Ltd o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive and 11402 Railway Ave North Battleford and 101 Battleford Town Square Hwy 4 and 29 Battleford requires 40 Food Counter Attendants.

Full time/ shift work $11 per hour plus benefits. Drop off resume or email nbstore858@gmail.com AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for experienced welders. Competitive wages, profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through in hole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca. 780-846-2231 (Office); 780-846-2241 (Fax).

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Thursdays, October 24 & 31

Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or Preschool Storytime at the North Battleford Library at 2:00 p.m. Phone information.

306-445-3206.

Thursday, October 17

Wednesday, October 23

Author Reading - David McLennan author of “Our Towns: Saskatchewan Kid’s Lego Club at the North Battleford Library from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m..

Communities from Abbey to Zenon Park at 7:00 p.m. David will be present For more information phone 306-445-3206. in person at the North Battleford Library & via Skype at the Meadow Wednesday, October26 Lake Library.

Family Halloween Party at the North Battleford Library at 2:00 p.m. For Friday, October 18 more information phone 306-445-3206.

Olde Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, 792 - 105th Street from 8:00 Saturday, October 26 10:30 p.m. Pot luck lunch. Everyone welcome. For more information phone Topline Social Dance Club - The Hamps at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 306-445-5036.

- 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Min. age 19. Phone Jean 306-445-8815, Sharon at 306-446-0446 or Leela 306-445-7240.

Friday - Monday, October 18 - 21 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70 North Battleford is pleased to Saturday, October 26 announce that we will be hosting the 47th Biennial Provincial Convention Maymont Legends of 2013 at the Maymont Memorial Hall. Door open at in North Battleford. A memorial Service at the North Battleford Cenotaph, 7:30 and show at 8:00 p.m. For tickets call Mel or Carol at 306-389-2440.

13th Ave. & 100th Street on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. From there our parade Saturday, October 26 will proceed to John Paul II for the opening ceremonies. Anyone who is Halloween Haunted Fort - Ultimate Halloween Experience (Àve haunted interested in volunteering, donating door prizes or donating funds to help with our convention please contact any of the following - Legion Lounge buildings) at Fort Battleford from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. For more information phone 306-937-2621. at 306-445-2173 or Marilyn Clark - chairperson at 306-445-9853.

Saturday, October 19

Sunday, October 27

Notre Dame Parish Fall Supper at the Knights of Columbus Centre from 4:30 Texas Holdem Tournament at the Maidstone Legion Club Room, 102 - 108 - 1st Ave. W. 6:00 p.m. MST registration and 7:00 p.m. MST Tournament. - 7:00 p.m. For take-out orders, please call 306-445-8909 or 306-445-7562.

To register call Royal Canadian Legion Clubroom at 306-893-4048.

Monday, October 28 Annual General Meeting - R.M.C.S. Sports & Recreation for the Mentally Sunday, October 20 Fall Supper at the Meota Community Complex from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Challenged Seniors at the Vida McDonald Centre at 2:45 p.m. Alternate date Monday, November 4. For more information contact Julian at 306Sponsored by the Meota Lakeshore Lions.

445-2798 or 306-441-1546

Sunday, October 20

Monday, October 28 St. Vital’s Parish Turkey and Meatball Supper and all the trimmings at the Teen Book Club at the North Battleford Library at 4:00 p.m. For more Alex Dillabough Centre, Battleford from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Take out meals available: to order, phone the Dillabough Centre on Sunday between 1:00 information phone 306-445-3206. & 3:00 p.m. at 306-937-6215.

Monday, October 28 Adult Book Club at the North Battleford Library at 7:00 p.m. For more Sunday, October 20 Ukrainian Orthodox Church Annual Fall Supper at the Communiplex in information phone 306-445-3206.

Hafford from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 30 Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, October 21, 23 & 24 Travel Program - France presented by Wendy Hunchak at the North Free Health Education Exercise Program at the Meota Complex on Battleford Library at 1:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-445-3206.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (until June 26, 2014) from 9:00 Friday & Saturday, November 1 & 2 Battlefords Art Club and Friends Art Show & Sale - Sparkle with Art at the a.m. - 12:00 noon. Featuring Managing Risk Factors class on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Phone Carmen for more information at 306- Chapel Gallery, 891 - 99th Street, North Battleford. Friday from 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

892-2218.

Tuesdays, October 22 & 29

Saturday, November 2

Time for Tots at the North Battleford Library at 10:30 a.m. Phone Canadian Cancer Society is holding a ‘Living Well with Cancer Conference’ 306-445-3206. for all cancer survivors at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., including lunch. All participants must pre-register Wednesday, October 23 Canadian Cancer Society - Relay for Life 2014 in Wilkie - Commiittee by calling 1-800-263-6750 before October 28. For more information please members needed. Please join us at Bethany Library, Wilkie at 7:00 p.m. contact The Canadian Cancer Society in North Battleford at 306-445-3339. for any questions please call 306-445-3339.

November 4, 12, 18, 26 & December 2 Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership Wednesday, October 23 Adult Movie Night at the North Battleford Library at 7:00 p.m. Phone 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 306-445-3206 for more information. learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the Wednesdays, October 23 & 30 role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress. Classes will be held Preschool Storytime at the North Battleford Library at 10:30 a.m. Phone on November 4, 12, 18, 26 & December 2 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Primary 306-445-3206.

Health Center. To Ànd out more or to register, call Wendy at 306-446-6422.

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.

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Get a head start on controlling next year’s weeds

By Erl Svendsen In early spring, some weeds begin flowering sometime before all the snow has disappeared. How can this be? Many of these spring-flowering weeds belong to a group called ‘winter annuals’. Unlike the annuals we normally encounter and grow on purpose (i.e. germinate in spring, grow and flower in summer, and then die in fall), the life cycle of winter annuals is offset by five or six months. They germinate in the early fall and produce leaves (many times in a compact, low rosette) that overwinter intact. As soon as the snow melts, they are ready to grow, flower and set seed early in the year when temperatures may be too low for other, more desirable species to do the same. They produce an abundance of seed, guaranteeing future generations.

Since they start growing so early, they rob the soil of nutrients and water that would otherwise nurture your yard and garden plants.

One danger winter annuals face is that fall conditions may be too dry to germinate. But most weed seeds are very resilient and long-lived and so will bide their time in the ground until a more favourable year. The other risk is that with extreme low winter temperatures combined with little snow cover, they may die over winter. But

the small, dormant plants are tough and the benefit of developing when there is little competition for space, water, light and nutrients outweighs the risks.

The best time to control winter annuals is before they have had a chance to flower and set seed. Since they flower so early, you’re better off trying to control them in the fall.

The old saying, 30 grams of prevention is worth 454 grams of cure, is true in the world of weed control.

Weeds are opportunists and will occupy bare ground rather than vying for space in a crowd. Covering bare ground in a flowerbed with mulch does an excellent job of prevention. There may be a few weeds that get established on the surface, but they should be easy to remove. Mulch also acts like a smothering blanket, preventing existing weed seeds in the soil below from germinating. Keeping your lawn healthy and thick helps to prevent weeds from getting established. Although with a high enough weed pressure from outside your yard, a few may get established despite your best efforts.

Stinkweed, aka field pennycress. Photo by Steve Dewey

Shepherd’s-purse. Photo by Jan Bakker Most herbicides work best when temperatures are above 16°C (60°F). The lower the temperature, the lower the plant’s metabolic activity. Too low on both counts and plants simply do not absorb enough chemical to cause damage. So depending how late you have left things, it may be too cool for herbicides to have the impact you’re hoping for.

That leaves the only other option: elbow grease. In a garden, you can get away with using a hoe or cultivator. But in the lawn and mulched flowerbeds, you are limited to using a trowel

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The good news is that the weeds should be small with a small root system making them relatively easy to remove.

Common winter annual weeds:

• Common chickweed (I know, I’m surprised too) • Shepherd’s-purse • Common groundsel • Stinkweed • Nightflowering catchfly • Narrow-leaved hawk’s beard • Flixweed • Stork’s bill To see descriptions of these and other common Saskatchewan weeds and

specific control methods, go to www.agriculture.gov. sk.ca and search for (1) Weed Identification Guide, (2) Urban Guide to Weed Control, and (3) A Guide to Reducing the ‘Cosmetic Use’ of Herbicides in Saskatchewan.

This column is provided by the Saskatchewan Perennial Society (www.saskperennial.ca).

Is there such thing as a ‘normal’ family?

I have been frequently told that the population I work with is only a portion of the actual world, and that the families I see are of the 10 per cent that are experiencing mental health concerns, typically in their children, and that not all families are going through this kind of experience. And that those other families are normal. But then again what is “normal?�

Is a normal family the family where dad works nine to five, mom stays home and children are graceful and obedient?

They eat dinner together each night and have family activities together? They are able to pay the bills and put their children in activities? Well, it turns out that the “normal� family, or the ideal family for some, is actually abnormal in our society.

If we judged families by what we would consider the ideal, 96 per cent of families would be considered dysfunctional in some sort of manner, making four per cent of families living the ideal family lifestyle.

The definition of normal as a noun is something that is the average, usual or typical. Why is it that what we consider normal in a family isn’t actually the usual family, the typical family or the average family?

Why do we strive daily for a dream that some may not achieve, or may only attain for a period of time?

I believe that families can

achieve that desired state of normalcy, but I also believe life is meant to be challenging and that it throws the occasional curve ball. We go through tough times like job loss, poor grades, unpaid bills, societal demands, health issues, jobs away from home and other events that disrupt our daily lives and routine and impact our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.

I do feel the need to distinguish between trials and challenges in our life that are unpredictable, and the trials and challenges that are self-inflicted due to choices.

I also feel families need to be less judging of themselves through their expectations, and come to love and accept who they are and what they can do.

We sometimes get caught up in what we can’t do and our weaknesses that we forget to see our strengths.

We especially get caught up in comparing ourselves and our family to others.

As individuals and families we have immense potential, and maybe in order to reach our potential we need to have periods in

our life that build character.

So let’s be proud to be part of the 96 per cent.

And maybe those families that I see are actually normal, average, usual and typical. They are just like any other family, experiencing a challenging point in life.

Sask Fact

Plenty of paint The Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure’s five paint trucks will travel further than the distance around the equator this construction season, creating more than 52,000 km of white and yellow lines and applying about 1.2 million litres of paint on Saskatchewan highways.

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6. Mulberry bark 10. Flurry material 14. Plywood layer 16. TV show encore 17. Facts, briefly 18. Acid salt 19. Inactive 20. Hand out 21. Sense of humor 22. Float 24. Excuse 26. Marine mammal 28. Parallel to 32. Diva’s specialty 35. Castle’s ditch 36. Ice remover 38. Column type 40. Worldwide 42. Rajah’s wife 43. Kind of floss 45. Bucolic 47. Ushered 48. Orange’s kin 51. Chair part 54. Broccoli shoot 55. Organic compound 60. Lascivious look 62. Reveal 65. Gold-content unit 66. Attack 68. Gumbo vegetable 70. Sitar music 71. Smelled bad 72. Refrigerator decoration 74. Grab 78. Sound pitch 79. Request 82. Computer fodder 85. Home of the brave?

87. Gallery 89. Lyrical

90. Multitude 91. Obligated 92. Nerd 93. Nylon stockings 94. Muslim ruler

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1. Openly admit 2. Fast-food shop 3. Dill, formerly 4. Soup vegetable 5. Aquarium denizen 6. Cardinal number 7. Geometry term 8. Knit’s opposite 9. Dissenter 10. Alike 11. 11.25 deg.

12. Frequently, in poems 13. Deep suffering 15. Domain 16. Custom 23. Prince, once?

25. Soap unit 26. Stand in line 27. Attic, perhaps 29. Milky gemstone 30. Maui goose 31. Grating 32. Lend support 33. Lobster eggs 34. Overnight accommodation 36. Indian robe 37. Heavy metal sound 39. Feline animals 41. Prickly seed covering 44. Coat feature 46. Onionlike vegetable 49. Barber’s shout 50. Cumberland ____ 51. Cry of dismay 52. Take a breather 53. Desert plateau 56. Fruit pie

57. Openings 58. Criticize 59. Athenian letter 61. Rifle 63. Slid smoothly 64. Consequently 67. Luau strings 69. Historical record 73. Phantasmal 75. Hanker 76. Naught 77. Heroic verse 79. Newborn 80. Between films 81. Moose or caribou 82. Collie, e.g.

83. Picnic drink 84. Stalemate 86. Female bleater 88. Rotary disk

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One common form of fraud is called “phishing”, where a victim receives a fraudulent

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With your personal information, such as your date of birth, passwords, social insurance number, credit card or bank account information, fraudsters can use your credit card accounts or get new credit cards, and make purchases that you might be held responsible for. If your personal information falls into the wrong hands, you could even become a victim of identity theft.

How can you avoid falling victim to Internet or email fraud?

Never give out personal information over the Internet unless you trust the site you are on. Check that there is a padlock icon in the web browser window and that the electronic address begins with “https://.”

Open a single browser window at a time when using online banking, and don’t forget to clear your computer’s memory cache when done.

Never allow your computer to remember your passwords; change passwords regularly and do not share them with anyone. You can be held responsible for unauthorized transactions on your bank account if you are found to have divulged information about your account, such as your password or personal identification number.

Make sure your computer’s antivirus protection is up to date and use the latest version of your web browser.

Check to make sure the Internet address provided in the emails you receive is related to the subject of the emails.

Access websites using the address bar. Never click on links provided in emails.

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Learning never ends in the Christian life It’s a request we hear from children asking for the help of an adult, or a more accomplished peer. “Please teach me how to play hockey,” or to swim, or play the piano. Or maybe it’s, “Teach me to ride a two-wheeler like you do.”

Many of us are still being tutored by others, sometimes paying for the privilege. Perhaps we want to explore a new craft, weaving or wood carving, or gain a skill such as welding, or public speaking. In adulthood, we soon discover that our schooling didn’t end with high school, or even a college degree.

There’s always more to learn.

It applies in the spiritual realm as well. The Bible makes it clear that becoming a child of God through faith in Christ (Gal. 3:26) isn’t the end, but a new beginning. There is significant knowledge to be gained, and specific life-skills to be acquired, if believers are to please God, and go on to maturity.

One Bible book where this comes up again and again is Psalms. Many times the psalmists call upon God to teach them. “Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God” (Ps. 143:10). Similar requests are found 10 times in Psalm 119 (e.g. Ps.

is not superficial froth, but strong theological teaching, worthy of our careful meditation. The author prays, “O teach me what it meaneth, / That cross uplifted high, / With One, the Man of Sorrows, / Condemned to bleed and die! / O teach me what it cost Thee / To make a sinner whole; / And teach me, Saviour, teach me / The value of a soul!”

Robert Cottrill, B.A., B.R.E. http://wordwisehymns.com/ www.Wordwise Bible Studies.com 119:12, 26, 33, etc.) This is especially appropriate since the whole psalm is about the Scriptures themselves, and it’s substantially from God’s Word that we learn what is needed.

For our Christian education, the whole Bible is before us. “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable.” (II Tim. 3:16) Though some things have changed on this side of the cross, “whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” (Rom. 15:4) Even in serving the Lord, we learn more about Him, and His ways. (Matt.

11:29) As a follower of Christ, the Apostle Paul taught others to follow his example (Phil. 4:9), but only to the extent that he was faith-

ful in his walk of faith and obedience to God (I Cor. 11:1). One of the things Paul gained was contentment. Whether he had much or little, he says, “I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” (Phil.

4:11-12) And he urged young Timothy to, “continue in the things which you have learned.” (II Tim. 3:14) In 1908, English poetess Lucy Ann Bennett (1850-1927) wrote a hymn entitled O Teach Me What It Meaneth. Miss Bennett wrote many books of poetry, and a number of hymns.

She is buried in Gloucestershire, in the churchyard of the Mount Pleasant Chapel, where her father served as music director.

The six stanzas of this hymn explore the depths of the grace and love of God, in light of Bennett’s own confessed sinfulness. This

It’s impossible here to cover all the riches of this hymn, but here are a few samples from other stanzas.

“Teach me that if none other / Had sinned, but I alone, / Yet still Thy blood, Lord Jesus, / Thine only, must atone....Yes, teach me, till there gloweth / In this cold heart of mine / Some feeble, pale reflection / Of that pure love of Thine....O teach me

what it meaneth, / For I am full of sin, / And grace alone can reach me, / And love alone can win.”

The hymn concludes, “O infinite Redeemer! / I bring no other plea; / Because Thou dost invite me / I cast myself on Thee. / Because Thou dost accept me / I love and I adore; / Because Thy love constraineth, / I’ll praise Thee evermore!”

Beneath our feet Prior to my arthritis days I enjoyed hiking up several local mountains with Hubby, our son and his wife and the two oldest granddaughters. Although at sixty plus I wasn’t nearly as agile as the two younger generations, that didn’t spoil the thrill of reaching the top.

After stumbling over roots, getting whipped by renegade tree branches and stopping periodically to guzzle from the water bottle, we’d tell ourselves the hardest part was nearly over. Few things compared to finding the trail begin to slope downward.

We’d reached our goal and the vision was ours to behold.

With nothing to obscure our view, we feasted our eyes on miles of ocean dot-

forget the pain of getting to the top.

This afternoon as I mused on one of those adventures I couldn’t help but think of some of life’s arduous “climbs”. We’re all unique but I suspect I’m not the only one who has had to ted with islands of varying sizes. Sun beams danced on overcome physical, emotional and spiritual challenges. the water while below us, Life isn’t lived on an even lush forests waved gently, plane! hiding rutted logging roads “He [God] shall set me and debris left from harvested trees. We were on top high upon a rock,” the Psalmist David wrote. “And of that day’s world. now my head shall be lifted Standing atop the peak not only brought its own re- up above my enemies all ward, it caused me to forget around me; there I will offer sacrifices of joy in His the scratches it had taken tabernacle.” to get there and the sore The secret of victory is muscles I knew awaited me the next day. Somehow gain- found in facing the tough ing a fresh perspective of the times from a heavenly point of view. beauty around me made me

Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice.

Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.

TERRITORIAL DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH Corner of Scott & Territorial Drive

10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service Everyone Welcome!

Senior Pastor - Keith Klippenstein Assoc Pastor - Mike Magnus

Battle River Parish SUNDAY SERVICES St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

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

Hosanna Life Center Friday & Saturday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday - 11:00 a.m.

306-445-5079 Pastors: Peter & Lydia LitchÀeld

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

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

962A - 102 Street

Pastor Dave Miller

Sunday Service 6:00 p.m.

Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford

“Reclaiming Our Spiritual Heritage”

Phone 306-445-9096

Pastors Len Beaucage & Don Toovey For more info please call

Saturday Services

306-446-4815

Bible Study - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay nd

1372 102 St 306-445-3009

(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4 306-446-1695 PASTOR: Rev. Anthony Afangide

DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 10:15 a.m.

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

Trinity Baptist 1702 - 106th Street North Battleford

Rev. Dan Millard

306-445-4818 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net

CHURCH SERVICE

Sunday 11:00 a.m.

Come join us this Sunday!

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 445-4338

Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper

10:30 Service Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4465

Notre Dame (RC) Parish Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Gerard Legaspi MASSES: Saturday - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays: 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

OFFICE 306-445-3836 Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

Living Water Ministry Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome www.thirdavenueunitedchurch. sasktelwebsite.net

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