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Body found in burned house where Tiki Laverdiere was assaulted
Officials with the North Battleford Fire Department uncovered the remains of a deceased individual as part of the routine fire cause investigation of the premises located at 952105th Street on June 17 afternoon.
The house in North Battleford where the assault and torture of
Tiki Laverdiere started went up in flames June 15 and has been completely destroyed, according to the Fire Department. The cause of the fire remains undetermined at this time, says the city.
According to the City of North Battleford, the identity of the deceased has not been released and file has been referred to the Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Unit and to the provincial Fire Marshall for further investigation.
Fire investigators with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) are now investigating the cause and origin of the fire. The cause of both the individual’s death and the fire have not been established. The Saskatchewan Coroners Service will be conducting an autopsy on the deceased, and will work to identify them.
North Battleford Deputy Fire Chief Paul
Perry said they were dispatched to the house fire at 7:51 p.m. on June 15. Two fire engines and a command unit responded. RCMP were on hand for traffic control, as well as Community Safety Officers.
Perry said firefighters were able to protect all surrounding buildings and houses.
One person sustained minor injuries.
“A male occupant of the residence was transported to the hospital for medical treatment of minor cuts and lacerations from glass when he exited the structure from a second floor window,” said Candace Toma, Public & Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator for the City of North Battleford in a media release June 17. “No other injuries have been
reported. A neighbouring residence sustained minimal radiant heat damage from the blaze. NBFD officials do not believe the fire to be suspicious in nature, but the cause is undetermined at this time.”
Firefighters remained on scene until 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning on June 16.
Mavis Takakenew’s house, at 952-105th Street in North Battleford, was where the torture of Tiki Laverdiere started before she was taken to two other houses and eventually murdered. This is the second house where Tiki Laverdiere was tortured to be wiped out. The second house she was taken to at 1412-101st Street in North Battleford, beside the library, has since been torn down.
Mavis Takakenew was
one of 10 people convicted in Laverdiere’s death. One of the prosecutors who prosecuted the 10 people convicted called Laverdiere’s murder a “horror movie,” and a defence lawyer for one of the accused said Laverdiere’s murder was the ‘most horrific gang murder in Saskatchewan history.’
Battlefords RCMP continues to monitor the file. If the SPSA or Saskatchewan Coroners Service determines criminality is involved, police will take over that portion of the investigation.
RCMP say that Major Crimes is not currently investigating this fire, as indicated in previous reports.
With files from Lisa Joy SaskToday.ca
The aftermath of the fire. Photo by Lisa Joy
Mavis Takakenew’s house at 952-105 Street in North Battleford was destroyed by fire Saturday and a body has been
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The N.S.I.C.O.P.
By R.H. Wood North Battleford
I keep asking people what I should write about and the current most popular subject is still the N.S.I.C.O.P.
(National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians) report on foreign interference. Mr. Singh has volubly expressed his opinion and told us what he is going to do about it – just air. Elizabeth May has reported being ever so relieved – did she actually read paragraph 164. Mr. Trudeau has told us that he doesn’t read briefs and, I assume reports, has had twelve weeks to study matters and has declared that he is not satisfied with the findings of the committee despite having set it up and praised its work repeatedly. Mr.
Poilievre declines to read the report and thus has no valid opinion at this time. The Block must be awaiting translation.
As I see it, the difficulty is that the inflammatory and damning words “treason” and “traitor” are being used. As the public is being denied full knowledge of the concerns, one doesn’t know if there has been significant political or economic damage. We are therefore left with constant suspicion that some elected representatives are more interested in benefitting from their privileged positions than they are in the welfare of the country. For example, 80 M.P.s of all colours will doubtless unanimously support
modest postponement of the next election date thus guaranteeing their pension eligibility and benefits. Sooner or later. Mr. Poilievre as P.M. will have full access to the N.S.I. C.O.P. report and will be able to maintain that he only read parts of it unlike Mr. Singh and Ms. May who declared they read its indigestible entirety. Meanwhile through judicious probing from reporters, names will be jaloused with damning details, people will drop out for “family” and other reasons and parliament question periods will return to being pristine, polite, peaceful and productive.
Mr. Singh claims that the foreign interference
commission and inquiry was his idea and another feather in his turban. Such is the seriousness, complexity and unknown pervasiveness of foreign interference, I assume a new policing force of N.S.I C.O.P.s will be required to aid the R.C.M.P.. Will the members be uniformed, face painted and disguised or incognito. To whom will the force be answerable – perhaps the Governor General as apparently you can’t trust anyone these days. The N.S.I.C.O.P. force will need costed out by the parliamentary budget officer (P.B.O.) who can’t get the carbon tax financial benefits figured out to the satisfaction of the Liberals.
Here are some costs for programs being set up for everyone’s benefit. Childcare will cost $30 billion over 5 years, and then $9.2 billion annually. Dental care will cost $4.4 billion annually. Pharmacare will cost $11 billion in the first year and then $13 billion annually. These figures add up to $21.5 billion in the first year and then $26.6 billion annually. Additional costs will come from old age support increments, school dinners and more for defence. Next week I shall explain how all these programs will be financed, the budget progressively balanced and the deficit finally eliminated.
The importance and value of being weather-aware
By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Summer storm season has arrived, evidenced by several weather incidents across the province in June, including tornado warnings in southeastern Saskatchewan June 12.
Being proactive rather than reactive is important to helping your family in case of a severe weather occurrence and resulting emergency situations. One way to stay in the
know is to have the SaskAlert app on your phone.
Severe weather can happen suddenly and residents need to be aware of these threats before they occur to be able to protect themselves.
SaskAlert is the Government of Saskatchewan’s emergency public alerting program that provides critical information on emergencies in real time, so you can take action to protect yourself, your family and your property.
Kara Slobodzian, director of marketing and communications for the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency reminds everyone emergency preparedness is important. “Every year, Saskatchewan faces the possibility of emergencies stemming from both natural and human causes. Severe weather and other events remind us of the need for emergency preparedness.”
The SPSA advises, “it only takes four simple steps to become better prepared
for an emergency that include:
-Know the risks.
-Make a plan.
-Get or prepare a 72hour emergency kit.
-Download SaskAlert to receive alerts of emergencies happening now in your location.”
To learn more about emergency preparedness, visit saskpublicsafety.ca. Why should you download the SaskAlert app? An emergency alert issued through this provincial alert system will let you know what the emergency is; let you know where it is happening; provide instructions for you to follow to stay safe as well as advise you when the incident is over.
The SPSA website states, “Alerts can be issued
by: Environment Canada, Government of Saskatchewan ministries, crowns and agencies as well as participating local governing jurisdictions.”
The website also informs residents Environment Canada is the lead agency responsible to issue all types and levels of weather-related alerts including advisories and special weather statements, watches and warnings.
The EC weather alerts SaskAlert carries are: tornado watches and warnings, and any warnings issued for blizzards, blowing snow, dust storms, extreme cold, freezing drizzle, freezing rain, heat and rainfall, severe thunderstorm, snowfall, wind and winter storms.
Saskatchewan residents can receive alerts by downloading the SaskAlert app, by visiting the SaskAlert website at www.saskalert. ca or following their local radio and TV broadcaster, who will also issue critical alerts issued by federal, provincial and local alerting authorities. Both provincial and federal government agencies advise residents to be prepared for up to 72 hours in case of an emergency caused by severe weather or other emergency occurrences. Logging onto these agencies’ websites provides lists of items people should have ready to go if an emergency should occur; the lists include water, food, batteries and other emergency essentials.
U19 Battlefords Bandits hosting provincials, seeking berth to Western Canadians
By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Ball season normally runs May to early July, approximately 10 weeks, depending on how deep teams go into playoffs. The weather certainly has played a factor in 2024, but the Battlefords U19 Bandits remain focused on their goals.
Following a highly successful 2023 season, where the U19 Battlefords Bandits
ewan Softball provincial championships, earning them a berth to the Western Canadian championships, team assistant coach, Nicole Beausoleil, says their goal is to return to Westerns.
“We have 13 players, two of whom were U19 Bandits last year and eight who were part of the U17 Bandits, with three new players joining our team,” says Beausoleil. The 2023 U17 team won the provincial championship and represented Saskatchewan at Western Canadians.
If the team’s quest for a championship berth is successful, they will be competing in Irma, Alta., Aug. 8-11, for a Western Canadian U19 championship title.
“We have attended two tournaments so far this season. We won the tournament in Irma, Alta., in May and had a 2-2 record at the Saskatoon women’s tournament June 8 weekend.
Highlights of the season would be our gameplay heading into provincials with hopes of returning to Westerns, “adds Beausoleil. The Bandits have been challenged with competitive playing time as there is no league for them to play in, and Mother Nature hasn’t always delivered favourable ball weather. This has resulted in playing exhibition games and tournaments. As well, juggling 11 players in their final year of high school in addition to all of the players’ other commitments can be challenging, and then add in twice a week practice to stay on top of their game. Softball fans can look forward to watching some excellent calibre competitive softball as the U19 Bandits are excited to be hosting this year’s U19 Softball Sask. provincial championships July 12-14. The Battlefords will also be home to U15 Western Canadian boys’ and girls’ championships Aug. 2-5.
Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie seeking third term
By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Born and raised in the Town of Battleford, Ames
Leslie, after serving one term as town councillor for the town and two terms as mayor, has announced he is seeking a third term as the community’s mayor.
“I truly believe Battleford is the best community in this province. As a council, we have accomplished so much but have some unfinished projects I hope to see to completion,” said Leslie in an interview with the Battlefords News Optimist and SASKTODAY.ca.
A strong track record of working hard to keep the
cost of living in Battleford as low as possible, Leslie says he looks forward to finding new, unique opportunities to keep taxation at an appropriate level.
Asked what he is most proud of in his community, Leslie responds, “The low taxation, but still able to provide top-notch services. Also, the pump track, a project I spearheaded and was able to work with council to make a reality. I also am proud of having a part in keeping Canada Post in their historic building, and the beneficial partnership created over the years with the owner.”
Outlining some of the highlights during his ten-
ure as mayor, Leslie adds, “The expansion of parks and playgrounds, mainly the pump track. Getting the bridges repaired and opened back up to the public. I have worked to build strong relationships with regional partners, with focus on reconciliation to improve myself and the staff.”
The current mayor also acknowledges that he, along with council, worked to address water issues in West Park, that had gone unaddressed for decades. Also, providing drinking water to their neighbouring community, Poundmaker, was stated as a highlight.
Battleford has faced its challenges of which Leslie
says includes affordability. Council has passed minimal tax increases the past three years to keep more money in residents’ pockets.
“However, new initiatives by our federal government could make it impossible to continue that way. We see continual downloading by the feds on costs with diminishing funds. If this doesn’t change, municipalities will be forced to increase taxation significantly.”
The Town of Battleford mayor and council have implemented a new levy system with hopes to escalate the volume of street paving. They are working closely with the provincial govern-
ment, hoping to address the District Care Centre to be replaced. Leslie affirms this will be a long-term focus and goal.
“My platform is focusing on keeping operational costs lean, but still [being] efficiently productive. Maintaining strong relationships with provincial, federal and regional partners to maximize grant funding. Continue to work with RCMP leadership to improve the service model presently being provided to the town.”
Leslie also affirms he will stay connected to local and provincial partners working to address addictions in the region, believ-
ing so much crime is a result of this unfortunate reality. He adds, “Crime and addictions – both are a costly venture that are important we don’t lose focus on.” He concludes by saying, “Working with council and the town leadership to improve inclusion and diversity in our policies, bylaws and staffing. Continuing the open-door, open-ear policy I conduct myself with, as I am always willing to meet and talk with any resident in Battleford. I enjoy challenging conversations that I have had the last eight years and, if granted another term, I look forward to many more.
Sask. Association of Fire Chiefs holds annual conference in the Battlefords
By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
The Battlefords were a proud host community for the Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs conference held May 30 to June 1. Attendees were comprised from a few different components including a trade show that featured dozens of vendors from all over Western Canada highlighting equipment, gear, fire apparatuses, other safety agencies, community-based organizations and displays. The trade show was located at Nations WEST Field House.
The main portion of the conference had 220 fire chiefs, deputy fire chiefs, and their spouses, attend the conference programming.
The City of North Battleford said departments were represented from as far north as La Ronge and as far south as the U.S. border, as well as spanning east to west, covering all sides of the province.
Information sessions were presented on budgeting, which was noted as becoming increasingly difficult for fire departments in recent years, given the skyrocketing costs of apparatuses and equipment.
Mike Kwasnica, on be-
half of the SAFC, said, “We see the challenges of all fire departments in the province; financially we have all had to go back and re-evaluate our priorities and come up with solutions to maintain our level of service.”
A session was presented on labour relations involving the fire protection legislation and protective services bylaws. There was also a session presented on media relations and communications practices as well as fire-related investigations.
Candace Toma, public and intergovernmental relations co-ordinator for the City of North Battleford said in addition there was “A round-table discussion from all conference delegates with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, and a keynote speech by renowned psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington, specifically aimed at addressing operational stress, organizational burnout and trauma-related triggers for first responders and their families.”
Kwasnica said, “Getting together at these conferences not only gives our fire chiefs good information to take back to their departments but the networking they do while attending is
equally important. Making connections with other fire chiefs with similar concerns is invaluable and I personally use these connections on a weekly basis when I encounter situations where connecting with peers has become my go-to.”
Toma added, “Events like this are always a lot of work, but the city is fortunate to have exceptional facilities located at the Innovation Plex, which allowed for easy hosting in terms of requiring multiple venues in close proximity. The benefits of working with local businesses for catering, coffee breaks, is always that you have a very good relationship with those vendors and the service is excellent, because they care deeply about how their business or their product is presented to visitors to our community.”
The annual conference, hosted last year in Swift Current and next year in Kindersley for the 75th annual event, is rotated between departments across the province which have full-time fire department staff.
Toma concluded, “There were a lot of positive comments from attendees on the quality of the Innovation Plex venues and how safe transportation was provided
to the delegates as a shuttle service, the quality of the food from our local caterers, those kinds of things. It is always a ‘win’ when you can show off the good
things about your community through a firsthand experience.”
Knowing putting on conferences such as this one take a lot of work,
Kwasnica gave a “huge shout-out to the great team in North Battleford”, who, “with limited staffing came through and provided a fantastic conference.”
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Opinion Democracy-free, capital gains tax hike
Elected representatives aren’t voting on the tax hike.
By Franco Terrazzano Canadian Taxpayers Federation
The capital gains tax hike is scheduled to take effect June 25. But the legislation to impose the tax hike hasn’t even been introduced and the House of Commons is scheduled to break for summer June 21.Unsplash photo
The federal capital gains tax hike is full of pain, but free of democracy.
Trudeau has every intention of ramming through the hike without a vote in Parliament.
The capital gains tax hike is scheduled to take effect June 25. But the legislation to impose the tax hike hasn’t even been introduced and the House of Commons is scheduled to break for summer June 21.
“The government says that even if a bill has not yet passed, the change will take effect on June 25,” as reported by the Canadian Press.
That means the tax hike will occur before being passed by elected members of Parliament. Essentially, Trudeau is getting unelected bureaucrats to impose tax hikes on Canadians.
That’s wrong and fundamentally undemocratic. If a couple cabinet ministers want to take more money from you, they should at least have the spine to give elected representatives the chance to vote on the tax hike first.
Our elected representatives aren’t voting on the tax hike. And Canadians didn’t vote for it either.
The last Liberal platform included a bunch of new taxes, including a tax on banks and insurance companies, a so-called anti-flipping home tax and higher taxes on tobacco and vaping.
But there wasn’t a single mention of a capital gains tax hike in the 2021 Liberal election platform.
Simply put: this government has no mandate to hike capital gains taxes.
The reason MPs won’t vote on the tax hike is because of the incompetence of Trudeau and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland.
First, the government tabled a late budget, more than two weeks after the start of its fiscal year. Then the government decided to separate the capital gains tax hike from its budget implementation legislation.
If Trudeau and Freeland left the tax hike in the budget bill, MPs would have had the chance to hash out the details in committee.
And this isn’t the first time Trudeau has hammered Canadians with tax hikes without letting MPs vote. Since 2017, the feds have increased alcohol taxes every year without a vote in Parliament.
These automatic alcohol tax hikes are also undemocratic and wrong. But those hikes cost Canadians tens of millions of dollars annually, whereas the capital gains tax hike will cost Canadians $6.9 billion this year alone.
Canadians. And it shouldn’t be increasing taxation without representation.
The capital gains tax hike also has serious implications for professional tax planners and Canadians preparing for retirement. At a minimum, they deserve to know how the tax hike will affect them before it’s implemented.
“Since [the federal budget], tax practitioners have fielded an unending number of questions from people wondering what they should do,” said Kim Moody, a tax policy expert. “Unfortunately, tax practitioners and their clients are planning in the dark.”
And the tax hike will have real-life implications for countless Canadians.
For example, many doctors rely on “professional corporations as a means of saving for retirement since most do not have access to employer retirement plans,” explains the Canadian Medical Association. The CMA warns the capital gains tax hike “will have adverse effects on physician recruitment and retention across the country.”
The government doesn’t deserve a penny more from
Trudeau must do away with his democracy-free capital gains tax hike.
Franco Terrazzano is the Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation © Troy Media
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Farm show celebrates 10 years of connecting western Canadian farmers
Langham, Sask., June 18, 2024 – Celebrating its tenth year of growth, Ag in Motion returns on July 16-18, 2024, to give Prairie farmers a chance to see what’s new in agriculture and connect with others in the industry.
“Agriculture is a remote business, and as farms get bigger, neighbours are farther away,” says Rob O’Connor, business development lead and show director for Ag in Motion. “This show has become a way for farmers to connect, share their passion for farming, discuss business and meet others who have similar interests in agriculture.”
Ag in Motion is Western Canada’s largest outdoor annual farm show with over 100 acres of trade show exhibits. Companies share products and new technology at the three-day farm show with live infield demonstrations, ride and drives and a showcase of over 550 exhibitors. In 2023, Ag in Motion reached a record attendance of 31,166 guests. Event organizers anticipate a similar
crowd in 2024. The 2024 Ag in Motion show highlights include:
• Equipment Demonstrations: large-scale machinery demonstrations, presented by AgDealer, take place in the fields and feature equipment from dozens of companies including rock pickers, land scrapers, drone technology, sprayers, and more
• Antique Tractor Pull: a new event in Livestock Central has vintage tractors manufactured before 1965 pulling a weighted sled and competing for which tractors can pull the heaviest loads
• Ride & Drives: farmers can test-drive sprayers, tractors, compact loaders and skid steers
• Crop Plot Displays: a showcase of 27 companies sharing seed, fertilizers, plant health, and crop protection products for common Prairie crops
• Livestock Central: industry-specific information, equipment demonstrations and displays specific to beef, dairy, goat and sheep producers
• Special Events: network and learn at the AgTech Breakfast, Career Crawl, and more
“Decisions are made in the field, and Ag in Motion has always been known as an event that helps inform
farmers on key business decisions for their operation,”
O’Connor says. “As an outdoor show, we have the room to show farmers large equipment operating in the dirt from many companies all in one area, which is
pretty unique.”
About Ag in Motion: Tickets are available at aginmotion.ca. Download the mobile app for more details on the event held on July 16-18, 2024 at Discovery Farm Langham, just 15
brings farmers, industry leaders and agricultural experts from across Canada and around the world together to experience the best of agriculture.
Lloydminster man handed three years in prison for weapons trafficking
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BATTLEFORD – A Lloydminster, Sask., man has been handed a federal prison sentence for selling handguns – that he legally owned – to people illegally. One gun was used in an Edmonton murder, court heard.
Brett Wangler, 32, was sentenced May 29 in Battleford Court of King’s Bench to three years in prison.
“It is with regret that I come to the conclusion that Wangler must serve this prison time,” said Justice Brian Scherman. “I appreciate that, aside from the impact this sentence will have on Wangler himself, it also has very significant impacts on his daughter, partner, parents, siblings, employers and generally those with relationships to Wangler. That being said, the appropriate message of denunciation and deterrence must be sent.”
Wangler’s trial started on June 7, 2023, and he was found guilty. Sentencing submissions by the Crown and defence were heard in April 2024.
The Crown had asked the court for a 4.5 to 5.5-year prison sentence, whereas the defence asked for a conditional sentence of two years less a day to be served in the community, along with a term of probation.
Justice Scherman pointed out that the Criminal Code states every person who trafficks a restricted firearm is liable to a penalty not exceeding 10 years of imprisonment and, in the case of a first offence, to a minimum punishment of three years.
“It is clear that significant custodial sentences are warranted even for firsttime offenders,” said Justice Scherman. “The courts have repeatedly spoken to the seriousness of the crime of weapons trafficking.
“It is a crime to facilitate
crime. Those who buy and sell firearms know the risk of serious bodily harm or death inherent in their eventual use on the streets in connection with drug deals, robberies, homicides and other crimes of violence. Nevertheless, they proceed to deal in them for financial or other reasons. While such trafficking may not make such dealers parties to the many crimes committed by the ultimate users of the firearms, such trafficking is an indispensable step in the chain of events leading to such tragedy on the streets. For these reasons, the trafficking of firearms attracts the same emphasis on general and specific deterrence and denunciation as do the crimes of violence committed by the actual users of the firearms, in my view.
“Wangler knew he was committing an offence,” added Justice Scherman. “The fact that he had a Restricted Possession and Acquisition Licence (RPAL) satisfies me that he would have received the training and information provided in respect of the restrictions on the possession, use and transfer of restricted weapons. Beyond that, s. 99 expressly makes the transfer of a restricted weapon to a person that is not authorized by law to possess such weapon an offence. Wangler is presumed to know the law.”
One of the handguns that Wangler sold illegally, a Heckler & Koch, was used in the murder of Mahamoud Nur in Edmonton, Alta.
“Attempts had been
made to deface the serial number on the handgun, but police were able to determine the serial number was the serial number of the Heckler & Koch handgun that Wangler had purchased and trafficked to the ‘guy he barely knew,’” said Justice Scherman.
Court heard that a pre-sentence report on Wangler was done for the sentencing hearing.
“Brett felt the justice system was flawed by having mandatory minimum sentences for specific charges,” read the pre-sentence report. “He identified himself as a victim and felt a minimum sentence of three years jail was unfair for ‘people like him.’ He does not believe he should be treated the same as ‘actual criminals’ and felt there should be a loophole when
someone makes a mistake.”
Justice Scherman said this belief by Wangler demonstrates that he views what he did as just a mistake and not the serious crime that it is.
“He is not fully accepting his responsibility. He committed an actual crime, a crime that facilitated the murder of one other individual and the possibility that it has facilitated the additional instances of criminal violence on others. The full scope of the downstream impact of his crime remains unknown. It appears that Mr. Wangler has not yet come to a full acceptance of the seriousness of his offence.”
On June 12, 2019, a Lloydminster RCMP officer got information that a firearm registered to a Lloydminster, Sask., res -
ident had been seized by Calgary Police at a crime scene in Calgary. It was a SFP9 handgun. The serial number had been defaced, but was restored and found to belong to Brett Wangler. Court heard that Wangler’s Heckler & Koch handgun was found in a Calgary drug trafficker’s backpack on March 12, 2019.
Wangler’s handgun was also matched to a bullet that killed Mahamoud Nur in July 2017.
RCMP conducted surveillance on Wangler’s house in Lloydminster, Sask. They then searched his home on Aug. 29, 2019 and arrested him.
Wangler admitted to police, “I just bought those and sold them to this guy that I barely knew. (Expletive) stupidest thing I ever did.”
minutes northwest of Saskatoon, Sask. Ag in Motion
Brett Wangler, 32, was sentenced May 29 in Battleford Court of King’s Bench to three years in prison.
Prison time for Onion Lake man arrested by Battlefords RCMP Gang Unit
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NORTH BATTLE -
FORD
– An Onion Lake man, who was arrested by the Battlefords RCMP Gang Task Force and General Investigation Section (GIS) in a high-risk takedown, has been sentenced to federal penitentiary time.
The trial for Harley Shawn Dillon, 26, was set for June 13 in North Battleford Provincial Court, but instead he pleaded guilty that day.
Dillon was handed federal prison time for charges out of North Battleford and Saskatoon. His charges of assault with a weapon were waived from Saskatoon Provincial Court to North Battleford Provincial Court on June 12. The Battlefords RCMP Gang Task Force was doing proactive patrols on Sept. 28, 2023, when they saw a stolen Dodge Ram in the 1800 block of St. Laurent The truck had been reported stolen out of Warman. Dillon, along with 25-year-old Blair Ryan Chief of Scott,
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and Kalyn Thomas of North Battleford, were arrested.
When police searched the vehicle, they found a loaded sawed-off rifle.
Dillon was charged with numerous offences. He pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of property obtained by crime, possession of a weapon contrary to an order, driving while prohibited and personation with intent.
For the North Battleford and Saskatoon charges, Dillon was given a global
watt, be positive about battery recycling
By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
We all have them in our homes and positively love the assistance they provide in our day-to-day lives, lightening our atmosphere and helping us stay current.
However, residents need to know their options when it comes to battery recycling and not incur any negative results when it comes to battery safety.
Charge up a conversation with your friends and family on battery recycling and battery safety.
Single use batteries are no longer useful once depleted of energy, while rechargeable alkaline batteries can be charged potentially 50 times.
Batteries are considered hazardous waste so do not place them in household garbage.
Metals in our batteries can be harmful to the environment. Improper disposal of old batteries can lead to leaking acid, fires and even small explosions. They should never be placed in garbage or residential recycling as this has the potential to impact staff safety at both landfills and recycling facilities.
Did you know collected batteries are broken up
and recycled into multiple products such as silverware or even new batteries? In 2022, 102 tonnes of batteries were collected and processed in Saskatchewan, according to the Saskatchewan Environment Ministry.
Tips for reducing battery use in your home: consider rechargeable batteries versus single use; choose batteries made with less mercury and lead; and reduce the number of batteries you purchase by buying things that plug in.
The batteries in your house don’t all lose charge at the same time, so it is important to collect your used batteries in a non-metal container such as one made of plastic or glass.
Carefully, particularly for lithium and small sealed lead acid (SSLA) coin cell and 9V or higher alkaline batteries, tape the terminals as sparks can result when they come into contact with metal or other batteries.
It is highly recommended to drop off used batteries for recycling every three months to avoid corrosion.
All SARCAN depots across Saskatchewan are part of Call2Recycle’s national network of battery collection sites, helping Saskatchewan residents divert even more material from our landfills. You can
sentence of 3.5 years or 1,270 days.
The Crown entered a stay of proceedings on several charges, including participating in a criminal organization, three weapons related offences, and impersonation.
also refer to the website https://recycleyourbatteries.ca/.
Did you know batteries can post safety risks by overheating or potentially starting fires? Damaged batteries can become hazardous in certain conditions. Found in many electronic devices, lithium-ion batteries can be found in toys, power tools and personal electronics, to name a few.
It is recommended to check your batteries for signs of damage like swelling or denting, or showing other signs of wear or damage.
It is also recommended to keep batteries in a safe place, especially out of sight and reach from children. Do not leave batteries in the sun or in a hot or cold car.
Did you know the best advice for battery charging includes not charging for longer than recommended? Overcharging can cause overheating, which may result in fire. Soft surfaces like a couch or bed can also trap heat around the battery, risking a fire.
You can find a complete list of battery safety tips on the Government of Canada website https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/household-products/ battery-safety.html.
Chief was sentenced in March to 36 months in jail on charges of possession of a firearm in a vehicle, dangerous driving, driving while prohibited, obstruction of a police officer, and failing to comply with an undertaking.
He was given 252 days pre-trial credit. He was also ordered to provide his DNA to the National DNA Data Bank, and prohibited from owning firearms for life. Thomas, now 22, is back in North Battleford Provincial Court Aug. 24.
Marking The Spot
By Margaret Snauwaert Battlefords Art Club
The latest project of the Battlefords Art Club is small in size but large in quantity.
Many members are busy creating bookmarks and no two are alike. There is a variety of subjects, styles and mediums that gives each small artwork its own unique look.
The club recently donated the bookmarks to both local libraries so when books are checked out, readers will receive a gift to mark their page. Bothe branches were thrilled to receive the bookmarks. Club members used precut materials or took some home to create at their leisure. The cards are just waiting for any creative ideas.
If you desire any information about the Battlefords Art Club please email: Battlefordsartclub@ gmail.com
Picture are Carla Lamontagne on the right, Branch Librarian & Jennifer Rosin on the left, Community Services Librarian.
The trial for Harley Shawn Dillon, 26, was set for June 13 in North Battleford Provincial Court, but instead he pleaded guilty that day.
CelebratingNationalIndigenousPeoples Day
June 21st
National Indigenous PeoplesDay is avaluableopportunityfor people to reflect on our histor yand learnabout theIndigenouspeoples that call this land home This dayallows us to show recognition andrespect forthe role Indigenous Peoples have played andcontinuetoplayinshaping Canada as we continue on our path of reconciliation
Hon. Jeremy Cockrill, MLAfor TheBattlefords office@jeremycockrill.ca
306-445-5195
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2024 Individual Inductees to Sask Baseball Hall of Fame
Submitted
Andrew William Albers, Saskatoon, SK MLB “PLAYER”
Born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, on October 6, 1985, Andrew played all his minor baseball in North Battleford. He went to high school at John Paul II Collegiate, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. He was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 12th round (346th overall) of the 2004 Major League Baseball draft, but did not sign. He enrolled at the University of Kentucky, where he played college baseball for the Kentucky Wildcats Baseball Team in the Southeastern Conference of the NCAA Division I. At Kentucky, Albers pitched in 81 games (fifth most in Wildcats history), and 12 saves (third most in Wildcats history). The San Diego Padres selected him in the 10th round (315th overall) of the 2008 Major League Baseball draft. After signing with the Padres, he made his professional debut with the Arizona League Padres of the Rookie-level Arizona League, making five appearances. He missed the 2009 season after tearing an ulnar collateral ligament in this pitching elbow during spring training, which required Tommy John surgery. The Padres released him and he pitched for the Quebec Capitals of the independent Can-Am Association in 2010. With Quebec, he had a 3-0 winloss record, 17 save and a 1.40 earned run average (ERA). He tried out for teams in Arizona during spring training in 2011, and drove to Florida to try out for the Minnesota Twins. The Twins signed him to a minor league contract and he pitched for the Fort Myers Miracle of the Class-A Advanced Florida State League and New Britain Rock Cats of the Double-A Eastern League in 2011. He played for the Canadian national baseball team. In 2011, he participated in the 2011 Baseball World Cup, winning the bronze medal. He pitched 6 2/3 innings in the gold medal game. Along with his teammates, he was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2012, as well as being named Saskatchewan’s male athlete of the year. Andrew was called up by the Minnesota Twins on August 3, 2013, to replace fellow Canadian Scott Di-
amond, who was optioned to Triple-A. At the time of his call up, he had posted a record of 11-5 and a 2.86 ERA with the Rochester Red Wings, with an International League-leading 116 strikeouts. On August 6, 2013, he made his Major League debut and earned the win, pitching 8 1/3 scoreless innings against the Kansas City Royals and yielding just four hits and one walk while striking out two. In his second career start on August 12th, he threw his first complete game and shutout, defeating the Cleveland Indians 3-0. He gave up two hits, no walks, and struck out two batters. In 2013, he posted a 6-13 record with a 5.89 ERA. On January 30, 2014, the Twins released Albers, allowing him to sign with the Hanwha Eagles of the Korea Baseball Organization. The Eagles declined Albers’ option for 2015, making him a free agent.
On December 16, 2014, Andrew signed a minor-league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays that included an invitation to spring training. He did not make the team, and was assigned to the Buffalo Bisons, the Jays’ Triple-A affiliate. He was the Opening Day starter for Buffalo. He had his contract purchased by the Blue Jays on May 1st, after Daniel Norris was optioned to Buffalo and Maicer Izturis was moved to the 60-day disabled list. After pitching in one game, he was optioned back to Buffalo and May 2nd. Albers elected free agency on November 6th. On March 3, 2016, he signed with the Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.
On April 27, 2016, he signed a minor league deal with the Minnesota Twins. On August 11th, he was brought up to the Twins from the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings. Andrew was assigned outright to Rochester on October 17th. He elected free agency on October 18th.
2017-Atlanta Braves [AAA] and Seattle Mariners [MLB] 2018-2020-Orix Buffaloes in the NPB [Japan] 2021-St. Paul Saints [Twins AAA] Minnesota Twins. Team Canada Olympic qualifier team. 2022- did not play ballfailed the physical with the Mariners.
2023-World Baseball Classic with Team Canada.
2024-Coach Saskatoon Berries
Dustin Molleken, Regina, SK, MLB “PLAYER”
Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan August 21, 1984, Dustin attended Cochrane High School in Regina, and Lethbridge College in Lethbridge in Alberta. In 2003, he was drafted by the Pittsburg Pirates of the 2003 Major League Baseball draft. Following the 2010 season, he signed a minor league contract with the Colorado Rockies. He resigned with the Rockies after the 2011 season, receiving an invitation to spring training in 2012. On July 22, 2013, Dustin signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers and reported to the team’s AAA franchise in Nashville. Dustin then signed a minor league deal with the Cleveland Indians on November 18, 2014. On December 23, 2015, Dustin signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers, the on June 20, 2016, he was optioned back to Triple “A” 3 days later without having appeared in a game. He was recalled and made his major league debut on July 4, 2016. On November 9th, he elected free agency and signed a new contract on November 18, 2016. Dustin has played for the Canadian National Baseball Team, participating in the 2011 Baseball World Cup winning the Bronze Medal and Gold in the Pan American Games.
Stu Scheurwater, Regina, SK
MLB “UMPIRE”
Born May 6. 1983, in Regina, Saskatchewan,
Stu took his first umpiring clinic and started working amateur baseball at the age of 11 years, in Regina. Stu attended clinics throughout his amateur career to advance his provincial levels. He worked numerous city and provincial tournaments including the Summer Games. He then got involved with Baseball Canada’s national program, working his first national tournaments at the 2005 Canada Cup in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Stu attended the Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School in Daytona Beach, Florida, then on to professional baseball. He had to sit out 2006 season waiting for his Homeland Security visa paperwork to be accepted. That year he attended his second National Tournament, the 2006 Juniors in Guelph, Ontario. Having been a Minor League umpire since 2007, Stu was first assigned to Major League Spring Training in 2013, followed by a promotion to the bigleague staff. He worked 268 Major League games as a call up umpire during the regular season. Stu started his professional career in the Arizona League in 2007. The native of Saskatchewan made his Major League debut April 25, then hired as a full-time staff December. 2017.
The Late Norm McInnis, Saskatoon, SK. “BUILDER”
coached Regina Red Sox for 7 years, President for 6 years. With Saskatchewan Baseball Association for 6 years. Executive Director Canadian Federation of Amateur Baseball [Ottawa] for 4 years: Director Sask. Sport 7 years.
The Late Larry Luhning, Lumsden, SK.
“PLAYER/BUILDER”
Larry played with many teams throughout the years, but, mostly with the Lumsden Cubs. He was scouted by the New York Yankees. As a player Larry was on 2 Canadian Masters Championship teams; 2 Western Canadian Championship teams; 10 Provincial Championships; 6 League Championships; 19 years as a Coach to his son and daughter in League, Provincial, Western and Canadian Championship teams. In 1992 Larry was a member of the Lumsden Cubs, the “Senior Team of the Year.” He was a Director of Zone 5, Sask Baseball from 20032017.
Larry Schrader, Regina, SK. “UMPIRE”
Larry had a very long and distinguished career as a baseball umpire since 1971 with a wide range of experience with over 25 Provincial age group championships; 2 international championships and 1994 umpiring for the North Central Baseball League and from 1995-1996 for the Prairie League of Professional Baseball. Awards and special recognitions.
Regan L’Heureux, Unity, SK.
“PLAYER/BUILDER”
As a catcher and player/ coach, Regan was instrumental and successful in getting the Unity Senior Cardinals back on the field in 2003. Under his leadership they hosted Senior Provincials on August 9 and 10, 2008 and again in 2013 when they lost to the
Wilkie Brewers in the final game. Regan was committed to the programs and kept building the game of baseball in Unity. As President of the Unity Minor Baseball for more than 5 years, he was successful in getting batter cages and mounds for the ball diamonds, and a batting cage for indoors. He played senior baseball for the Unity Senior team for 11 years, winning the 2013 Senior A1 Championship. Regan is also a certified umpire. He was named Canada’s 2022 Volunteer of the Year.
The Late Eugene “BUCK” Gerbig, Maidstone, SK. “PLAYER/BUILDER” Buck was born into a ball family. His father, Lloyd, lived, loved, played and coached baseball teams for many years. The family would play ball for hours. After seeding all day, Dad, also, would take my brother Cary and I outside and hit us fly balls and grounders. Buck became a pitcher for the Standard Hill Lakers. A diamond was built north of the Gully Bridge, only one mile from home, then later at Silver Lake, changing their name from Standard Hill Pats to Standard Hill Lakers. The team played many games and tournaments at Lloydminster, Hillmond, North Bend, Turtleford, St. Walburg, Rabbit Lake, Paradise Hill, Two Hills, Provost and Dewberry, bringing home ‘the money’ from the majority of them. Buck coached minor ball from Mosquito through Senior. He was the builder of the Standard Hill Laker Baseball Organization.
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Family and friends gather to celebrate Centenarian
By Kathy Utri Correspondent
Congratulations to Vivien Metherell of Maidstone, formerly from Lashburn, who celebrated her 100th birthday on May 19. About 60 visitors gathered at Maidstone Health Complex to honour Vivien and enjoy the centurian celebration with her. In addition to local family and friends, others came from Preeceville, Sask., Fort MacMurray, Alta. and Salmon Arm, B.C. It was indeed a special day of sharing memories of a wonderful woman’s 100 years!
3 Brad Lejeune +9.25. Winner of the Latitude 64 Diamond disc was Alex Lorence. Maidstone Museum Board held their monthly meeting on June 12 with 9 attending. Welcome to Len Wegner, a new board member. Following general business and reports, the main topic was Canada Day preparations. On July 1, we’ll welcome everyone to the museum grounds after the parade. At 11 a.m. the museum concession opens (burgers, hot dogs, water, pop, ice cream cup) and blacksmith demos begin. Yellowhead Ramblers will play about
Maidstone Legion Branch 142 is pleased to share a portion of the Chase the Ace proceeds with two local groups: Maidstone Waseca and District Fire and Rescue, and Maidstone Curling Club. Legion President, Dennis Noble presented $2500 cheques to Brent Olson of the fire department and to Stephen Myer of the curling club. Thank you for your services in the community.
Despite all the recent rain, the weather was great for Maidstone Disc Golf Week 7 last Tuesday. Top averages are now: Tier 1
Matt Sayers -7.14, Tier 2
Steven Frerichs +2.5, Tier
1 p.m., straw stack scramble and kids’ games are at 2 p.m., and the raffle draw is at 3 p.m. If you haven’t bought a ticket yet, ask any board member, go to Synergy or etransfer to maidstonemuseum306@ gmail.com. There will be no activities in the front yard this year and tours will not be conducted on Canada Day. Maidstone Museum is very appreciative of the donation by RCR Woodworking of a custom-made “Antiques” sign and a wheelchair ramp for the CN Building, an impressive desert planter by Communities in Bloom (planted by the Hollingshead-Wright fam-
ilies), 2 new picnic tables (anonymous), as well as many newly-acquired and very interesting artifacts by various donors. Be sure to come for a visit this summer to see all the changes: open Saturday and Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. or call 306-8932890 for a tour anytime.
Ratushniak Elementary’s Kindergarten classes with Mrs. Weston and parent helpers came to Maidstone Museum for their year-end field trip on June 12. By visiting 8 stations, they had an awe-
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Submitted by Heather Gerlinsky Maidstone Gully
Multiple 4-H Club competed at Lloydminster 4-H Expo at the Lloydminster Exhibition Association from June 1-3, 2024. Everyone did an excellent job in their projects with the following members placing in their respective categories: Canine - Saidai Mosher - 2nd place in Agility Class and Reserve Champion Level 1; Multi Displays - Keaton Breadner (Small Engines) - 1st place; Landen Myer, Jason Mosher and Olivia Carson (Cloverbuds) - 1st place. Other displays for the day included: Archery, Movies & Munchies, Light Horse, Canine, Coffee
some time seeing how things were done years ago followed by lunch under the canopy. They then headed across the road to the splash park where they enjoyed frolicking in the water and were served ice cream cones by museum volunteers. Special thanks to Constables Kyle Castelin and Alexandra Maclean and Maple who assisted in the RCMP barracks, as well as teachersfor-the-day Idell Robb and Claire Paton in the schoolhouse.
On Friday, June 21
Maidstone Museum is holding an Outdoor Movie Night. Gate opens at 9:30 p.m. and the movie “A Night at the Museum” starts at 10 p.m. Admission is by silver collection. Popcorn, candy bags, pop and water will be available at the concession. Bring your own chairs, blankets and repellent. No animals or smoking are allowed on museum grounds.
Maidstone Hotel’s golf tournament has been re-
scheduled from last Friday to Saturday, August 17. Apologies for any inconvenience.
With new ownership comes new hours. Maidstone Pharmacy will be closed on weekends (and holidays) starting July 1. Hours for the store and dispensary will be 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Reminder: June 21 Friday – Maidstone High School Awards at 9 a.m.
Gully Multiple 4-H Club News
Club, Photography and Sewing.
The 3D Archery Shoot was held on Saturday, June 1 - several of our members had personal bests in their shoots and are all looking forward to continued success next season.
The Maidstone club had great representation in the Open Record Book competition: Cloverbud 3rd place - Olivia Carson; Junior 1st place - Jacob Gerlinsky, Junior 3rd place - Logan Gerlinsky; Senior 1st place - Tristan Blyth. All members did an excellent job in their record books.
Placing for Bench Projects were: Photography - Cloverbud 1st - Olivia Carson, Junior 1st - Jacob Gerlinsky, Intermediate
2nd - Mickey Blyth, Senior 1st - Tristan Blyth; Sewing - Cloverbud 1stOlivia Carson, Junior 2nd - Karli Myer, Intermediate 1st - Mickey Blyth; Woodworking - Junior 1st - Jacob Gerlinsky, Intermediate 2nd - Logan Gerlinsky, Intermediate 3rd - Mickey Blyth; Crafts - Cloverbud 1st - Olivia Carson, Cloverbud 2nd - Olivia Carson, Junior 3rd - Harper Johnston, Intermediate 1st - Mickey Blyth; Baking - Cloverbud 2nd - Olivia Carson, Junior 1st - Harper Johnston, Intermediate 1st - Mickey Blyth; Poster Competition - Mickey Blyth.
For Beef Project, placings were: Heifers - Karli Myer - Junior Showmanship 4th, Heifer
Class 5th; Jayce MyerSenior Showmanship 7th, Heifer Class 3rd. Karli and Jayce also showed steers and would like to thank Pinder Farms and Mark Gerlinsky Professional Corporation for purchasing their steers. In the Sheep Project, placing were: Kayden Tuplin - Market Lamb Class 2nd, Grand Champion Yearling Ewe, Intermediate Showmanship 1st; Isabelle Harbin - Reserve Champion Yearling Ewe. Congratulations to Mary-ann Carson on being inducted into District 35 4-H Hall of Fame. Maryann also received a plaque at Expo to commemorate 40 years of leadership in 4-H Saskatchewan.
Vivian Metherell of Maidstone celebrates 100 years.
Brent Olson of Maidstone Waseca and District Fire and Rescue was presented a $2500 cheque by Maidstone Legion Branch 142 President Dennis Noble.
Stephen Myer of Maidstone Curling Club was presented a $2500 cheque by Maidstone Legion Branch 142 President Dennis Noble.
May31, 2009 -June13, 2019
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GUNDERSON: Janelle - 19822024 Janelle Lynn Gunderson of Regina Saskatchewan passed away from cancer on June 1, 2024 in Regina Pasqua Hospital at the age of 41 years Janelle was bor n in Nor th Battleford to Grant and Janet Gunderson on September 15, 1982 She attended Glaslyn Central School from Kindergar ten to Grade 12 and graduated in 2000 Janelle was named valedictor ian for her class and also ear ned the Gover nor General’s bronze medal Janelle enjoyed figure skating, volleyball and softball in high school Janelle went on to ear n a degree in Mechanical Engineer ing from the Universit y of Saskatchewan She wor ked as a mechanical engineer for Sask Power from 2007 until her passing As an adult she enjoyed cooking following the Roughr iders and spending time with her son Jake Janelle is sur vived by her son Jake Kalmakoff of Regina (age 8 years); her brother Kyle Gunderson (par tner Brad Petr uk) of Saskatoon; her parents Grant and Janet Gunderson of Glaslyn
PRESCESKY: Mr William Prescesk y passed away Sun‐day June 16 2024 at the Bat‐tlefords Union Hospital with his family by his side A Funeral Ser vice for William will be held Fr iday, June 28, 2024 – 2:00 p m at the Wester n Develop‐ment Museum – Summer Hall with Reverend Jo Ann Hills as officiant For those unable to at‐tend the ser vice a recording will be posted at www eter nalmemo r iesfuneral ca following the fu‐neral ser vice Memor ial dona‐tions in memor y of William may be made to the Ruddell Ceme‐ter y Fund – Box 26 Ruddell, SK S0M 2S0 C/O Colleen Soule Funeral Arrangements have been entr usted to Eter nal
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OFFICE MANAGER
NORTH BATTLEFORD CITY KINSMEN BAND
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Manager to support our organization’s administrative functions This role also involves managing hall use and rentals, maintaining our website, facilitating communication, and supporting social media content creation. The Office Manager will work closely with the Board, directors of other ensembles, caretaker, and our accountant to ensure smooth operations
Key Responsibilities:
• Bookkeeping: Manage basic bookkeeping tasks including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, and communicate with the accountant when necessary
• QuickBooks Management: Utilize QuickBooks for financial tracking and reporting.
• Hall Management: Oversee the booking, management, and facilitation of hall use and rentals. Compensation is provided to for opening the building and locking up after a rental in the amount of two hours of pay per rental Microsoft Office: Utilize Microsoft Office for various administrative tasks.
• Correspondence: Manage organization phone, social media inquiries and email communications efficiently
• Website Maintenance: Keep the organization’s website up to date.
• Social Media Coordination: Collaborate with directors of ensembles to manage and create social media content
• Supplies: Purchase and maintain office and building supplies as needed. Event Support: Assist in the organization and execution of ensemble events.
• Meeting Minutes: Take minutes at the monthly Board meetings and provide updates on rentals.
Credit Card Management: Be responsible for the organization’s credit card. Make purchases on behalf of the directors using the credit card as needed.
• Grant Applications: Work with the Board to complete grant applications
Qualifications:
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage correspondence and maintain professional interactions
• Detail oriented and able to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and self schedule effectively.
• Previous experience in office management or a related field is preferred.
Salary: $16 per hour
Hours: 2-4 hours per week (flexible/self scheduling)
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, current criminal record with a vulnerable sector check, and cover letter to info@nbckband.com Applications will be accepted until a suitable applicant has been found.
Seasonal Grader Operator
Hafford, SK
The Rural Municipality of Redberry No 435 is looking for a Seasonal Grader Operator Preference would be someone with road construction experience, grader operator and cat operator experience A Class 1 A driver’s license is required for the position The Rural Municipality offers a comprehensive benefits package. Wage will be dependent on qualifications
• Resume should include past and present work experience
• Education and Skill sets
• Copies of all certifications
• A minimum of two references
• Powered Mobile Equipment Certification.
• Current Drivers Abstract & Criminal Record Check
• Should be willing to work in a team oriented environment.
The Rural Municipality of Redberry is located on Highway 40 in Hafford, Saskatchewan, 67 kilometers east of North Battleford. Please forward your applications by Friday, July 5, 2024. Submit your application/resume to Rural Municipality of Redberry No 435 P.O. Box 160 Hafford, Saskatchewan S0J 1A0 Or email to rm435@sasktel.net
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS
Motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, rock trucks, packers; wide range of machines.
Lots of work all season. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d.
Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, SK S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844
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Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees
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Rodney PalaniukRegina, SK. “BUILDER”
current President of the Regina Optimist Baseball Association. He has served in this capacity for over 28 years along with coaching. Also, President of the Regina Optimist Baseball Association/Park for 19 years. Served on the Board in various capacities for 25 years, hosting many major Saskatchewan Baseball Midget and Junior Championships and National Championships and Baseball Canada Cup. Dramatically improved facilities in Regina Optimist Park. Supportive of Qu’Appelle Valley Senior League. Received the 2015 Joe McDonald Special Award of Merit and the 2021 National Outstanding Volunteer Award for National Philanthropy.
Sever Rose, Turtleford, SK. “PLAYER”
1977 joined first baseball team in Mervin. 1978 played on the Fairholme Mosquito team. Began pitching. The team became a winning team. Sever’s ability to pitch, hit and catch garnered him his first of numerous of most valuable player awards. He was picked up by many teams to join them in their quest for a Provincial Beaver Championship title. In1985, Sever joined the Maidstone Elliott Oilers, playing against teams like Kindersley and Saskatoon. In 1986, the Elliott Oilers won the Provincial Midget “B”. Sever was invited to the Cincinnati Reds tryout camp in Regina. Joining the North Battleford Midget “A” for the Western Canadian Baseball Congress in Brandon, Manitoba, Sever won the tournament MVP award. In 1987, Sever again was a member of Team Saskatchewan. In 1989/90, played with North Battleford Beavers, finished
3rd. 1993 played with the Mervin Flyers, winning the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League. [NSRBL]. Sever continued to play with in that league for the next 20 years then on to “Old Timers”, with Provost, playing 5 to 6 tournaments yearly, often taking the mound. Sever brought skill and determination and led by example. He was most proud of his time playing with Team Saskatchewan.
Stacey Walker, Calgary, AB “PLAYER/BUILDER”
Grew up in Colonsay, SK. His Grandfather, Johnny Folk, played for the Colonsay Monarchs, when players would come from the United States to play semi-pro baseball in Saskatchewan. Stacy moved to Lloydminster in 1995 and joined the Lloydminster Meridian Twins as the centerfielder. He soon became head coach and manager, leading his team to their first North Saskatchewan River Baseball League [NSRBL] Title, the first Lloydminster men’s team to win a championship in 50 years, in 2000! Under Stacy’s leadership as player/coach the Twins won the title in 2002, 2003 and 2004. Stacy remained as centerfield through 2007 season then for the next decade helped the team in any way he could until he again joined the Meridians in 2017 returned to the Twins starting centerfielder at the Provincial Championships in Unity, Saskatchewan. Stacy had speed, caused havoc on the basepaths, was among the league leaders in stolen bases, stealing home on several occasions. His teammates voted him to represent the Twins at the NSRBL All star game multiple times. In 2004, Stacy started coaching his sons, and in 2008 to 2012 Stacy helped guide their team to 6 Provincial Championship titles. They represented Saskatchewan at the Nationals
in 2012. In 2010, Stacy also made time to help the Cadogan Nighthawks win the 35+ Division at the Canadian National Oldtimer Championships as their centerfielder. Stacy resides in Calgary and remains an avid baseball fan.
The Late Lee Taves, Mervin, SK “PLAYER/BUILDER” Attended Turtleford High School. His love of baseball started at an early age, following his Dad’s [Bob Taves] footsteps, displaying an impressive talent and array of skills. In 1974 he joined the Mervin Flyers baseball team, the start-up year of the North Saskatchewan Baseball League [NSRBL]. Mervin joined the league. This was the first of 25 years that Lee would put on the Mervin Flyers uniform and run out to centerfield. He was respected for his ability to run down the ball and get the out! Lee was a role model for his teammates! He posted impressive stats in all categories. In 1984 he had a batting average of.447 in 46 at bat. The magnitude of his bat propelled the Mervin Flyers to win the 1993 NSRBL Championship! Lee’s dream to play with his son’s Ryan and Trevor, with the Flyers, came true in 1995-1998. After playing 25 years, Lee took over the coaching the Flyers and was an integral part of the provincial teams that were contenders in the Provincial Intermediate “C” and “D” divisions throughout the years. Lee joined the Mervin Flyers Twilight [35 and over] and played another 15 years. At the 2000 Provincial Midget “A2” tournament in Mervin, Lee was honoured for his contribution and immeasurable impact on the development of youth through sport in the community. Baseball lost a beloved member of it’s community, but, his legacy lives on through his children and grandchildren in the love of the game of baseball he instilled in them. Lee passed away after a battle with ALS [Lou Gehrig’s Disease] August 15, 2022 at the age of 66 years.
TEAM CATEGORY
Team Saskatchewan Midget 1994 Provincial Champions
The year 2019 was the 25th anniversary of Team Saskatchewan Midgets winning Gold at the Canada Cup held in Moncton, New Brunswick. Team Saskatchewan played Team Quebec in the final, with Craig Flanagan pitching, winning 9 to 8. Many players from this team have been inducted into the individual category. What great contributions to our Saskatchewan baseball history!
Patricia Hanbridge
Basil is my favourite herb and I love that it thrives when it gets hot! Unfortunately it sulks when it is cool but when we get the real heat of summer it grows so fast you can almost see it actually get bigger! Basil is one of the most popular and widely-used herbs worldwide. It is used raw, in sauces, as pesto, and even in desserts.
Basil is a member of the mint family and is known as Ocimum spp. There are many different types of basil you can grow from purple to green to sweet to spicy. It is great to use in the kitchen but also it is very ornamental. ‘Purple Ruffles’ makes beautiful salad vinegar that is lovely
on fresh garden tomatoes. Thai basil is a bit spicier and fabulous in curry dishes.
Basil is native to the region surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. It thrives in full sunlight but does not like to get soggy feet. If it begins to form flowers, simply pinch it back to encourage more leaf growth. Unfortunately, slugs love basil – especially when it is young and tender. Another common pest that loves basil is aphids. However, they are easily controlled using a spray of water.
Basil has had a long and interesting history. It was used as an embalming and preserving herb in ancient Egypt. In Greece, it was a symbol of mourning and was commonly known as
a royal or kingly herb. In England, basil was used to ward off insects and evil spirits. In Italy, basil was a symbol of love and placing a pot of basil on the balcony meant that a woman
was ready for her suitor to arrive. In other cultures, it has even been considered as an aphrodisiac. Basil also has medicinal uses. Dioscorides, a Greek physician prescribed basil
for headaches. Contemporaries of Pliny fed basil to horses during the breeding season. It has been used as a sedative, an expectorant and a laxative. Today, it is used to cheer the heart and mind and relieve sorrow.
In the kitchen basil works with so many dishes. It is lovely with fish – especially lemon basil. I like using it to fill the cavity of a whole fish along with lemon slices. Fresh basil chopped on the top of pizza, pasta or any Italian sauce is rather heavenly. Grilled vegetables on the barbeque taste exquisite with fresh chopped basil and a bit of olive oil. In a fresh garden salad bits of basil are lovely. The culinary use of basil is endless!
It is a great addition to a sachet. The scent is not overwhelming but almost sweet. Freshly dried leaves in a potpourri lend a distinctive pleasant scent. It can even make your hair shiny and fresh smelling. Simply place a sprig of basil in a cup of boiling water, let it cool and rinse clean hair for a fresh look.
So you can see that basil is an herb you should not live without - especially when the heat of summer finally arrives. Simply start it about six weeks before you will want to be harvesting and have a great time utilizing it in a variety of ways.
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FADY FAKHOURY
Bordon school awards ceremony held
By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
Borden School held their awards ceremony the afternoon of June 12th with a full house in the school gym. MC’s were Emma larner and Madison Comeau and Principal Trevor Gerwing gave his address then the Governor General’s award for 2023 went to Bill Hosegood. Citizenship awards went to K – Mason B, Gr. 1-Ronan, Gr. 2 –Cadence, Gr. 3- Blaire, Gr. 4 – Shelby, Gr. 5 – Brielle, Gr. 6 – Ivan, Gr. 7 – Daniel, Gr. 8 – May, Gr. 9 – Casey, Gr.10 – Alex O., Gr. 11 Ben Hosegood; Most improved awards went to K – Parker E., Gr. 1- Tanis, Gr. 2 –Zach M., Gr.3 – Asher, Gr. 4- Leo, Gr. 5 – David, Gr.
11- Darbi; Gr 7 -11 sports: Jr. boys volleyball – Justin Worona, Jr. girls volleyball to Cailey, Sr. Boys Volleyball to Treyton; Curling – Jr to Zoe and Sr to Ben H., Sr. Badminton to Josh and Esther, Jr .Track & Field to Justin W., Sr Track & Field to Esther Harkness, Jr. Cross Country to Brielle, Sr. Cross Country to Madison and Sr. Football to Cael R. Athletes of the year went to Justin and Maddie in Juniors and Treyton and Esther in Seniors. On the Honor roll were Treyton, Sam, Tyler, Esther and Ben, Honor Roll with Distinction to Alex O., Isabelle and Emma L. and Highest average to Alex O. and Isabelle. Heart of a Bruin awards to K – Payton, 1 & 2 – Oscar and Owen, Gr.
6 – Max T., Gr. 7 – Berkley, Gr. 8 – Alex G, Gr. 9- Nathan C., Gr. 10 – Sam, Gr.
3-4 – Edgar and Myla R., Gr. 5-6 to Steel and Theo, Jr. Humanity to Casey, Jr.
Analytic to Maddie and Jr. Artist to Zoe and Joanna; Sr. Humanity and Sr. Analytic to Isabelle and Sr. Artist to Sam. Two of the teachers are leaving Borden –Nicole Kaufman to Warman, Terri Troupe-Logue to Martensville and SCC members Lynette Schmidt and Gwen Dyck presented them with gifts along with a gift to Ken Crush who is retiring a after many years on Board of Prairie West School Division. Sponsors of the awards were Affinity Credit Union, Kim & Greg Worona, Ian & Shannon Hosegood, Emiley & Lucas Saunders, Julia & Greg Orchard and the Village of Borden. Beverages and sweets were served following the ceremony.
On June 12th Senior Club members from Bor-
cyshen welcomed everyone and gave the blessing then everyone went inside and picked up their delicious meal of cabbage rolls, perogies, sausage, coleslaw and great desserts, before venturing back outside to eat their meal. Before the meal Russ and Friends had played a number of instrumentals to listen to then after we ate more music by Ed Neufeld on bass or acoustic guitar, Chris Schultz on mandolin, Russ Fountain on bass or acoustic guitar, Eileen Fountain singing the harmony and Ron Tanchak playing his accordion. Some of the songs sung were Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again, You Are My Everything, I’ll Sign the Papers and many of the instrumentals were fast polkas and old time waltzes. Be-
den, Langham, Maymont and Ruddell were invited to Radisson for supper and music. President Barb Les-
cause of the cooler weather quite a number didn’t attend so there were perogies for sale which quite a few took
home to enjoy later. The 50/50 of $172.50 went to Mary Scott of Maymont and two flowering baskets went to Martha Rempel of Borden and Roger Prevost of Langham. (photo)
The Borden Friendship Club held their business meeting on June 13th, the last one until September. A thank you for a donation was received from Telemiracle and the Club will be receiving a Sask Lotteries grant to help defray costs of suppers in the Community Centre. The secretary will send a thank you card to the Borden Lions for the use of their tablecloths at the June 7th supper. The price of catering luncheons was also raised $.50 pp for 3 choices. There will be a potluck supper on June 27th at 5:45 pm in the Community Centre with Aven Grace providing
are coming or not so the club knows what quantity to buy. There will be either games to play on the patio or entertainment.
Winning the 50/50 draw at the Borden Farmers’ Market the last two Fridays were Martha Rempel on June 14th and Stew Walton on June 21st.
A graveside memorial ceremony was held on June 15th at the Borden Cemetery for Terry Orchard (1946-2023) of Vancouver who had passed away in 2023, leaving a sister Donna still residing there. Terry had often visited the prairies and some went back with him to visit in Vancouver. His urn was placed beside his parents graves – Bob and Fern Orchard of Vancouver. Twenty plus relatives and friends from Borden, Saskatoon, North Battleford, Langham and
the entertainment. The July 25th supper at 5:30 pm will be a burger & hot dog meal in Community Centre which the club pays for with members bringing salads or side dishes. Dessert is also supplied. Members are to let Lorraine Olinyk know by July 15th if they
Canora, ON attended and Kevin Orchard spoke a few words along with Lyle and Douglas Orchard, Carlie Lesko and the Robinson family. A luncheon was held in the Borden Friendship Club room following the service for a time of visiting and reminiscing.
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