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The increase in RCMP policing costs has gotten the attention of the BattlefordsLloydminster MP Rosemarie Falk. Falk has sent a letter to the new federal Minister of Public Safety Marco Mendicino outlining concerns about the RCMP cost increases that municipalities are facing as a result of the most recent collective agreement. Her correspondence of Nov. 15 pointed to “the state of severe financial uncertainty facing municipalities in my riding of Battlefords-Lloydminster and across the country following the collective agreement negotiated between the Government of Canada and the National Police Federation this past summer.” She noted municipalities were “being ladened with the financial implications of these labour negotiations,” and noted Saskatchewan municipalities were not able to run deficits, “leaving them to either cut services or increase taxes significantly.” Included in her correspondence were letters from mayors in North Battleford, Cut Knife and Wilkie, that were written to Mendocino’s predecessor Bill Blair expressing concerns about the collective agreement increases. In his letter dated Oct. 8 to Blair, North Battleford Mayor David Gillan stated that his city is “not in the financial position to absorb any significant costs arising from the tentative agreement.” Gillan’s correspondence stated the increase from the negotiations would result in annual cost increases of “between
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$837,569 and $1,070,299, or a 15.9 percent to 20.4 percent increase to policing costs.” Also included were letters from Cut Knife Mayor Gwenn Kaye and Wilkie Mayor David Ziegler. Kaye pointed to the five years of retroactive pay increases from the tentative agreement and stated that “if these costs are passed down to our community, the fiscal shock caused by this decision will further threaten the viability of our community, which is still struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic.” She noted Cut Knife’s yearly tax base is seven percent for RCMP policing costs. She described this as “a service that has been decreasing in our community as a lot Continued on Page 5
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Despite a devastating fire, Kerr’s Cleaners staff and owners are not giving up on the business. A fire occuring overnight and extinguised at about 4 a.m. Last Thursday morning by the North Battleford Fire Department, has extensively damaged the interior of the longstanding dry cleaning business, however the building itself at 1152-100th Street appears to have seen only minimal damage. There were no injuries. News of the fire spread quickly through the community. “From everyone at Kerr’s Cleaners, we want to express our sincerest gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from our friends, customers and community. It has instilled in us just how special this place is,” said co-owner Cassandra Germsheid in a release Friday. “There is nowhere better to be than The Battlefords.” Germsheid added, “We know our customers are worried about items they had with us, and we want to ensure that we will be in touch with each and every person once we are able to assess things. It has been a struggle to accept the reality of the situation, but we are determined to move forward.” Kerr’s Cleaners has been operating for more than 70 years. It was established by the late Chick
McKitrick School received an early Christmas gift from the local Elks club. The Elks have donated $1,000 to support an out of province fluency assessment as well as intensive fluency therapy for a student at the school. The Elks Fund provides financial assistance for children with speech and hearing disorders, and several children in the Battlefords and surrounding area have benefitted from their generosity over the years. Pictured are Dale Cain and Ken McKay from the North Battleford Elks No.369, presenting Amanda Risling, principal, with the cheque for $1,000 for out of province fluency therapy. “We are so grateful for their support of speech and language for our students,” says Risling. | Photo submitted
Waste management master plan contract awarded By John Cairns Staff Reporter
At their meeting Monday, North Battleford council awarded the contract to develop the city’s Waste Management Facility Master Plan. The contract has been awarded to Tetra Tech Canada Inc. in the amount of $94,534.84. With GST and PST included it comes to $104,933. They will be tasked with developing the master plan, which has the objective of assisting administration with managing the ongoing risks at the facility and also meet new requirements from the Ministry of Environment. The Tetra Tech bid beat out two other competing proposals from Pinter and Associates Ltd. and AECOM Canada Ltd., even though Tetra Tech was not the
lowest bidder. Pinter’s bid came in significantly lower at $53,305, but each proposal was evaluated by a four-person committee and given a score out of 100 based on factors including project understanding, methodology, project team and experience. As Environmental Manager Jeffrey Blanchard explained, while Pinter’s bid on financials scored higher, there were other areas where they did not score as well. He said that in the end, the committee felt the experience in landfills from Tetra Tech and the volume of work they put in would provide a superior product, and that was the biggest reason they scored higher. Tetra Tech came out ahead with the committee with a score of 77/100.
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a short in the wiring, plans for clean up can be made. Meanwhile, says Germsheid, Kerr’s Cleaners’ first priority is their customers. “We know that the process can take months, however, so we will have a dedicated place for our customers to reach us. Please keep an eye on our website at kerrscleaners. com, facebook, or instagram for more updates. The response from the community has been heartening, she says. “In the end, we just want to say thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. We could not make it through this terrible ordeal if it wasn’t for all of you.”
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Art club picking up speed By Linda Hauk
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Last week we held our first quarterly meeting. We see the Battlefords Art Club gaining speed as we adjust to the new “normal.” Compared to December 2020 we are witness to a flurry of activity that supports and inspires our members. “I am part of all that I have met.” — Alfred Lord Tennyson This Tuesday was the last time we were able to gather before Christmas, so Peace And Contentment to each member of your household. Over the holidays the Craft Room at the Don Ross Centre will be available Tuesday, Dec. 28 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. so if you’re feeling creative, do drop in with your art stuff. And remember, “Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers.” — Alfred Lord Tennyson
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The community Christmas gift giveaway
By Johannie Dufour and Sarah Beauregard Translated by Katya Teague Beautifully decorated for the Christmas gift giveaway, the Snow Island community hall buzzed with energy and trilled with cheerful voices. Throughout the room, ecstatic children played with presents just received — building blocks, storybooks, musical instruments, board games and more. As for the adults, they happily chatted among themselves while watching their little ones. Eight-year-old Orion was closely watching the action unfold as he waited his turn to receive a gift. That’s when he overheard a disturbing conversation between Santa’s helpers. “There are only 32 gifts left,” the Star Fairy said to Peppy the Elf. “But according to the list, there are 33 children left who haven’t been called.” “How is that possible?” Peppy exclaimed. “I checked everything myself yesterday. Three times!” “We must have lost one this morning on the way over from the garage at city hall,” the Star Fairy deduced. Orion couldn’t believe his ears. “Did you hear that, Capella?” he asked his twin sister. “What?” “Someone’s not getting a present,” the boy explained. “Oh no,” Capella replied. “We have to do something!” Without a moment’s hesitation, the siblings offered to retrace the route between the two buildings in search of the missing gift. With obvious relief, the fairy and elf accepted, but they urged the children to be quick. Orion and Capella made a beeline for their parents. As they put on their hats and boots, they hurriedly explained the situation. Audrey and Patrick grabbed their coats and followed the kids out of the hall, ready to help on the important quest. “Hurry up,” Capella urged as they headed outside. “We have to get back before Santa finishes handing out the last of the presents.” “But if we go too fast, we might miss a clue,” Orion countered. “You’re right, champ. We need to be quick but attentive,” Patrick said. Halfway to the city hall garage, Orion raised a hand to signal his family to stop. “That’s strange,” he said. “Do you hear that? It sounds like bells.” “It’s coming from over there,” Capella exclaimed, immediately running toward the mysterious sound. “Look, there it is!” The girl jumped up and down with excitement as her family ran to join her.
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Falk, mayors voice concerns about RCMP costs Continued from Page 1 of the work our RCMP members do are in the rural areas around Cut Knife.” In his correspondence to Blair dated Oct. 21, Wilkie Mayor Ziegler expressed similar concerns. He noted that 10 percent of their yearly tax levy goes towards RCMP policing costs in the community, not including additional costs to employ a bylaw officer. All three mayors called for the retroactive pay increases to be paid by the federal government, saying it would be “unreasonable and unfair to download these costs into municipalities.” The correspondence to the federal ministers were made public at North Battleford’s council meeting last week night, a meeting in which council was set to consider the proposed 2022 budget. Council passed the
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“Don’t you see it?” Hanging by its ribbon from a tree branch, the missing gift jingled as it swung gently in the breeze. “You two make excellent detectives,” Audrey said with a smile as she reached up to retrieve the package. “Now, let’s hurry back before it’s too late.” When the family returned to the community hall, they were out of breath but proud to have accomplished their mission. The twins bundled the present in one of their coats so they could discreetly return it to the pile of gifts — there were only three left! “Phew! Just in time,” Peppy murmured. “You saved the day,” the Star Fairy exclaimed. Once all the gifts were handed out, the children of Snow Island prepared to head home — including one little boy who didn’t know that his new tambourine had almost been a gift for the squirrels instead of him. Smiling from ear to ear, Orion and Capella wished everyone a happy holiday before rejoining their parents.
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Man accused of shooting at Lone Star Hotel appears in N.B. Court By Lisa Joy
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A 19-year-old man accused of shooting at a vehicle at the Lone Star Hotel in North Battleford last year appeared in court last week from the Regina Correctional Centre. Korbin Gladue told the court he was trying to get money together for a retainer to hire Saskatoon lawyer Brent Little. Senior Crown Prosecutor Jennifer Schmidt is prosecuting the case. Gladue is charged with numerous firearms offences and failing to stop for a police officer. According to Battlefords RCMP, at about 3 a.m. on April 28, 2020, they responded to a report of shots fired at a local hotel on the 1000 block of the Highway 16 bypass. Police say they believe the shooting at the hotel wasn’t a random incident and was tied to drug trafficking. They didn’t locate any suspects at the hotel but they immediately reviewed surveillance footage and determined that an occupant in a sil-
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ver car shot towards a white SUV. An hour later police were called to a report of a stabbing at a gas station on the 900 block of the Highway 16 bypass. When police arrived on scene they found the white SUV that was shot at earlier. The driver was arrested for impaired driving and police didn’t locate anyone who was stabbed. Then two hours after that call, police got a report that a man in a silver car parked on Trudeau Street was waiving a firearm. RCMP were on scene in minutes and attempted to stop the car but the driver refused to stop and sped away. Police pursued the car for several blocks until the car lost control and drove over an embankment. Two men fled the vehicle on foot. Police arrested one right away and the other man was located with the help of an RCMP sniffer dog. Judge Michelle Baldwin adjourned Gladue’s matter to Jan. 6, 2022, in North Battleford Provincial Court.
As a result of investigation, on Dec. 17, Javon Moosomin was located and arrested in Edmonton, Alta., by Edmonton Police Service. He is being transported back to Saskatchewan to appear in court on one charge each of second-degree murder, possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order and five counts of pointing
a firearm. A warrant was issued for his arrest on Oct. 21 and officers were actively trying to locate Javon Moosomin and arrest him, expecting him to be in the Edmonton, Lloydminster or North Battleford areas. A call was put out to the public, including a warning not to approach him as he was considered armed and dangerous.
According to police, on Oct. 21, at approximately 1:45 a.m., North Battleford RCMP were dispatched to a report of a shooting on the 1200 block of 108th Street in North Battleford. Police say a male was declared dead at the scene. The deceased is identified as Boyd Firingstoney, 33, of Mosquito First Nation.
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Gang unit makes arrest for trafficking Staff The Battlefords Gang Task Force and the Battlefords RCMP Detachment have made laid charges of trafficking and unauthorized firearms after a traffic
stop. The traffic stop was made on a vehicle on the 1400 block of 109th Street, North Battleford, shortly after 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18 which resulted in the seizure of firearms and
suspected methamphetamines. Curtis Fransoo, 38, has been charged for unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose
of trafficking. Fransoo has been released for court in North Battleford. His first appearance is set for Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. in North Battleford Provincial Court.
Gang member moved to Alberta prison By Lisa Joy
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Westside Outlaws street gang member Jonathan Swiftwolfe has been moved to the Drumheller Institution in Alberta. The warden of Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Prince Albert asked the Crown for the court’s help
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moving Swiftwolfe to an Alberta prison. “He is a Westside Outlaw and incompatible with nearly everyone at (the penitentiary),” Senior Crown Prosecutor Jennifer Schmidt told the court recently, adding that the warden was concerned about keeping Swiftwolfe in seg-
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Sask. Ministry of Justice. In June, Swiftwolfe started serving a four-year sentence at Saskatchewan Penitentiary for weapons and assault charges. He was arrested a month later at the penitentiary and charged with first-degree murder in 54-year-old Bradley John Ham’s death last year. Ham’s body was found near a grid road about 30 kilometres southeast of Glaslyn on Nov. 27, 2020. Cassandra Fox, 24, was also charged with firstdegree murder in Ham’s death. Both Swiftwolfe and Fox face additional charges out of Swift Current. The court heard that the Swift Current charges against Swiftwolfe and Fox are interconnected with the murder charges and need to be heard together in North Battleford court. Swiftwolfe’s Swift Current charges were adjourned to Nov. 28, 2022, when he has a preliminary hearing scheduled on the Glaslyn first-degree murder charge.
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It all started with the question during art class, “What if we could make money selling our art?” The seed of that idea soon grew into a desire to serve the community as participating students from Grades 5 and 7 paired their love of art and creativity with a generous spirit. “At Notre Dame School we often talk to the students about acts of kindness and what we can do to help others around us,” said teacher Theresa Eppich. “Throughout the year we do different school missions as ‘Secret Servants’to help fellow students, their families and people in our community. The students took that to a new level as they thought of a way to respond to a need they saw around them.” Christmas can be a challenging time for families in need, said Eppich.
“This presented the perfect opportunity for the students to put their ideas into action and to contribute to our community in a meaningful way. The students were so excited and enthusiastic at every step of the process. They really showed the heart of what it means to give joyfully to others.” “We painted art to donate food for children who are are hungry to help them so they could eat and be healthy,” said Aleah. “We loved the painting that we did to raise money and to donate. Other kids could help a lot of people out and have fun doing it if they want,” said Timea. “The money could buy food for people who need food but do not have money. We got to help people that need food,” said Julio. Eppich added, “As any business person knows, you cannot make money without someone to buy
what you have to offer.” She explained, the staff and residents at Caleb Village made the students’ dream become reality by
displaying the art and making it available for sale at their Christmas Craft Fair. “They were so encouraging and supportive of the
students working to make a difference in our community,” said Eppich. Funds raised from the sale of the art will be com-
bined with other donations collected from the school to be presented to the local food bank during the busy Christmas season.
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who have stepped forward to make a donations to several worthy causes during this holiday season. The donations from the local service club include
the following: $5,000 to Twin Rivers Curling Club; $1,000 to North Battleford Junior Golf; $2,000 to BGC Battlefords; $2,000 to the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre; $2,000 to the Empty
Stocking Fund; and $5,000 to the North Battleford Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. ACT is also planning other donation announcements in the coming weeks.
• Bready & EMBM Before School Program:
Open Monday-Friday from 7:15am-8:30am and is suitable for all students that attend these schools. Programs are hosted in designated rooms within the schools.
• Bready, EMBM, and Holy Family After School Programs:
Open Monday-Friday from class dismissal-5:30pm and is suitable for all students that attend these schools. Programs are hosted in designated rooms within the schools.
• Special Programs: Our Hockey Program will start in January. Watch our Facebook page for more programs coming in 2022!
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are only $5 per child and are valid from January-December! A current membership ensures you have access to our Drop-in Program, Cenovus Energy Youth program, Innovation Credit Union Program, and all Special Programs- including our Christmas Supper that is coming soon! Membership forms can be found on our website at www.bgcbattlefords.ca.
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CLOSED from December 22, 2021 – January 4, 2022: our office and programs will be closed over the Christmas Break to give our staff a well-deserved break. Our office and programs will resume regular operating hours on January 5, 2022.
• Looking for ways to donate before the end of the year? o Consider donating your recyclables to BGC Battlefords. We have registered for Drop and GO service. Just enter our phone number (3064450002) and follow the directions to get your tags. It is quick and easy and goes to a great cause!
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Donations to the Food Bank - $2,000, and Empty Stocking Fund - $2,000: Don Christopher, Glenn Hunter, Erin Katerynych (Executive Director), Don Dament, Terry Mitchell.
o Visit our website at www.bgcbattlefords.ca to donate online! COVID-19: Visit our website to find out what we are doing to keep our members and staff safe.
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Although our Office Staff remain working at the Club, we are closed to the public so please continue to call or email us!
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Continue to watch our Facebook page (BGC Battlefords) and website (www.bgcbattlefords.ca) for more updates.
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And, as always, stay home if you are sick, wear a mask, wash your hands often, and smile with your eyes!
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A long-awaited salute to the 2019-20 North Stars By John Cairns Staff Reporter
It was recognition long in coming. The 2019-20 Battlefords North Stars were honoured prior to the game between the current North Stars and the Kindersley Klippers, the final home game at Access Communications Centre in the calendar year 2021. That North Stars team will forever be the uncrowned kings of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. The team was one of the most dominant ever seen in the Battlefords, finishing with the second-best record in team history. Their regular season record was 45-11-2-0 and their captain, Matthew Fletcher, was honoured as Defenceman of the Year in
the league. But the club’s hopes of a repeat of the previous season’s Canalta Cup title came to a sudden and unexpected end just four games into the post-season, as the SJHL playoffs were cancelled due to the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. The team never did get to raise a championship banner, and they were delayed the opportunity to even receive a proper tribute the following season. Almost the entire 2020-21 SJHL season was cancelled due to the pandemic. Friday night, members of the 2019-20 squad were finally back in the Battlefords as they gathered for a pre-game ceremony at Access Communications Centre. Those returnees
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included Walter Somers, Adam Dmyterko, Kaden Boser, Logan Spence, Rylan Nivon, Seth Summers and Dylan McCabe. Joining them for the tribute were three current North Stars: Ryland McNinch, Dylan Esau and Steven Kesslering. Each one was presented a team photo and posed for one last team picture. There were also recorded messages over the loudspeakers from former office/marketing manager Jennifer Whyte and head coach Brayden Klimosko, saluting the club’s efforts during that memorable season. As a fitting exclamation point, public address announcer Jay Crockett referred to the team as “the 2019-2020 Canalta Cup champion Battlefords North Stars.” In his recorded message to the players, Klimosko said the following about the 2019-20 team: “I’m going to remember, or I’m going tell them it was the cockiest group of winners I’ve ever coached. You guys knew you were good. Sometimes you thought you were too good. But no one was going to beat us … when you got a lead going into the third, the game was over, boys. We knew it. We shut everyone down. No one came back on us. Thirty and one was our record when we had a lead going into the third period. It was like clockwork … “You guys were all champions. You don’t
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need a trophy or banner to prove it. Second-best team in franchise history, men. That’s special. You allowed me to grow as a coach and made my job easy most of the nights. You guys were all successful on the ice and I’m sure you’re all successful wherever life takes you now. Once a Star, always a Star.” For the alumni who attended Friday, the experience brought back fond memories of their time playing in the Battlefords on that particular team. Kaden Boser, who played two seasons with the North Stars: “Yeah, it’s good to see all the guys and all the fans and the excitement back here, especially after COVID-19 and all that’s been going on. You know it’s tough to get a good crowd out to a game, but it looks good tonight. “The group of guys, it
was something else. I’ve never been on a team like that. We were so close, you know, we could all hang out together. We weren’t split up into different pods, I guess you could say … it was just a very close team. And we were good, we could pull off wins and all that kind of stuff. It was nice being on a winning team.” Adam Dmyterko, goaltender who played two seasons with the North Stars: “It’s awesome. I haven’t seen these guys in a while, haven’t been in this rink since we got cut short notice so it’s nice coming back. Definitely miss it here. All the memories coming back driving here, seeing my old billets, my old friends, talking to Brayden again, it was super awesome to see these guys again. “I had some of my best friends on this team. You
just go out there, coming to the rink every day made it super easy being close with everyone. And then winning games always helps that stuff up, so it was a really positive vibe in the room.” Seth Summers, defenceman for two seasons with the North Stars: “Of course, it’s great to see the guys … We loved playing in front of everybody here and it was, honestly, great time all around. “The whole season was a highlight reel, it just kind of felt like it was too quick to be true or too good to be true. But we were just kids having fun. We were all friends with each other, best friends. We were just having fun playing the game and just playing for our fans in the town of North Battleford.” Visit SASKTODAY. ca for game reports on the North Stars.
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A Battlefords Minor Baseball executive has been recognized and awarded “Baseball Builder of the Year” by Sask Baseball. Dean Dimmick was given the honour in recognition of his coaching efforts. Along with fellow coaches Gary Nolan and Jonathan Puetz, Dimmick coached the North Battleford Beavers to a AA U18 Provincial title this fall. This is the first provincial title captured by a Battlefords team since reorganization in 2015.
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“There are a number of awards that Sask Baseball hands out each year, but to be named to the builder category is a real stamp of approval for a person’s efforts in a given sport,” commented executive member Eric Cawood. “Since 2015, the local baseball association has earned five provincial awards which speak very highly of our baseball group,” said executive secretary, Sherrilyn Phelps. BMBI is expecting a record number of players this spring, with registration to open shortly. Second from the left is Coach Dean Dimmick. | Photo submitted
Meota News: Santa brings fun to community’s children By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
Santa stopped by the Steak Pit at the Meota Hotel at about 2:30 p.m. Saturday. There were mothers and fathers there with there little ones waiting on Santa’s big arrival. Santa, accompanied by Mrs. Claus, was wearing a mask as well as everyone else, except the babies, of course. Pictures were taken and treats and books were given to the children. The children had fun doing many crafts including painting and colouring. This event was organized by Brieanne Russell with the help from Laurie, Jaylynn, Kari and Sabrina. Santa also stopped by the Do Drop In where an older crowd was playing shuffleboard. No treats for them. Thank you to the Meota Hotel, Meota ADRA, Meota Lions and Lashberg Towing for helping sponsor this event. The Meota Lions Christmas lighting competition winners are Charlene Esquirol, Lawrie and Shirley Ward and Kent and Abby McLeod. It’s worth your while to take a drive around the village after dark, as the moving patterns on some homes are quite attractive as well as many with lights on. It’s a nice way to share the Christmas spirit.
Bridge was played Dec. 14 in the Pioneer Hall. Individual scores were kept as only two tables showed up. First was Albert Blais, second was Jeanine Beloin and tied for third were Gerry Craig and Cletus Scherman. There is no more bridge until after the New Year. There will be a Christmas Eve service at the Meota United/Anglican Church Dec. 24, at 7:30 p.m., with Rev. Skinner attending. Canasta was played at the Do Drop In Dec. 17, with two tables and two extra. Top scores were by Gwen Lacerte and Eric
Callbeck. Second were Cora Christiansen and Arlene Walker. Winning Saturday’s shuffleboard tournament were Stella Rendle and Gordon Klein. Albert Huys and Carolyn VanE were second with Terry Christiansen and David Sayers in third place. Christmas suppers were cooked and delivered around the village to seniors Sunday, Dec. 19 by Anne and Charles Baillargeon and Mark and Carol Chapman. These are looked forward to each year as it has become an annual affair. It is their way of saying thank you to their ancestors who built
the village and a good life for them, in Meota. Meota Curling Club entered week two of their Grand Slam of Curling event. Tuesday night saw a chess match between the Kirsten Bru and Darcy Demontarnel rinks, as it was a tightly contested game of strategy and methodical shot making. It was a big four-point end for Team Bru that proved critical in what ended up being a 10-5 win for Kirsten. It was a bargain for the price of admission, as the three fans in attendance were treated to an entertaining game between the Terry Tait and Kyle
Folks gathered at the Do Drop In Saturday to play shuffleboard. Pictured are winners Albert Huys, Carolyn VanE, Stella Rendle, Gordon Klein and David Sayers. Missing is Terry Christianson. | Photo by Lorna Pearson
Doom rinks. Building off the momentum of consistent guards and take-outs from the front end of Ray and Darlene Humenny, Tait was able to orchestrate a few multi-point ends to knock off the formerly unbeaten Doom 8-3. Having the game in hand, Wanda Weber walked off the ice without having to throw her final rock as her team downed the Pat Becotte rink 7-5 in eight ends Thursday night. The Brent Czuy rink gained command of their game early and set the cruise control on as they breezed to a 10-3 win over the Pat Mohr rink in six
Brieanne Russell and Sabrina Cadrain were among those who organized Santa’s visit to the Meota Steak Pit Saturday. | Photo submitted
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ends. The Czuy rink, consisting of Marcel Bernier, Zane Lacoursiere and Dale Howrie, have solidified themselves as the top team in the league. Receiving 90 per cent of the first-place votes, this week’s Curler of the Week is Marcel Bernier. Considered the heartbeat of the Brent Czuy rink, Marcel’s steadfast approach to the game kept the team focused and calm during the multiple high-pressure situations they faced. His ability to correctly measure angles at first glance is vital to the various runbacks and raises the team successfully throws.
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Cards an enduring Christmas tradition By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent
2021 Hafford Vikings - 1A 6-aside Provincial Champions - Back row: Vanessa Horner, Ollie Marciniuk, Justin Moore, Jessie Androsoff, Carter Burton, Hunter Barnstable, Haiden Sanchez, Ryland Longneck, Dawson Horner, Eric Boyko, Koen Cherwinski, Krystiyan Sendecki, Michael Szwydky, Jamie Sommerfeld, Ryan Barnstable; Front Row: Jaxon Barnstable, Carter Prystupa, Ethan Mix, Ty Mix, Kash Ferster, Daylon LaFreniere, Liam McCormick, Brayden Mason, Keegan Barnstable. | Photo submitted
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89 years for local farmer again in the winter for festive activities, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and ice fishing. The locals say the ice is safe and you can see many ice fishing shacks dotting the frozen lake. For the past few years, the ice has been cleaned by volunteers to provide an opportunity for skating. Winter does come with positives. Christmas Eve mass at Mayfair Roman Catholic Church is at 9 p.m. The priest and parishioners welcome anyone wanting to participate in the candlelight service. The church is beautifully dec-
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Gordon Kennedy of Mullingar is still farming strong at age 89 and he recently celebrated another birthday. His dozen children helped him celebrate with cake, parties and gifts. Looking for a new wine to try out for Christmas celebrations? Rabbit Lake liquor store and hotel is carrying product from a Debden winery operated by Joan Dzialo. Rabbit Lake will be busy over the holidays, as many Meeting Lake cabin owners open up their cabins
orated, emphasizing the important nativity and the service will feature glorious religious Christmas music. During these troubled pandemic times, Christmas celebrations seem to be under fewer restrictions this year. Wishing a blessed Christmas to News Optimist readers. The newspaper always has interesting articles to read and the staff work \ diligently to produce a weekly paper which reaches a big audience. Dance like Frosty. Shine like Rudolph. Give like Santa and. the best of all, love like Jesus.
This will be my final submission for 2021. I’ll be back in the new year. It seems the first Christmas cards were printed in London in 1846. Almost 1,000 copies were made and that would have been considered a large run at the time. It was not until about 1860 that the custom of using cards to convey Christmas greetings became popular. The tradition has gained strength through the years and today Christmas cards are still produced in the millions. We rejoice in the sound of the words and the glory of the message of “on Earth, peace and good will to men.” But, we do not always the feel the real meaning in our hearts and put it to work in our lives. We are thinking of you at Christmas and throughout the year. We may not be able to tell you about it every day, but that makes no difference, as the thoughts and the wishes are the same. Because it is Christmas, so many things follow. Because it is Christmas, the world stands still for
awhile in reverent memory of the Christ child’s birth. Because it is Christmas we hope anew for peace on Earth. Because it is Christmas we resolve that the spirt of Christmas will stay with us through the year. My husband Stanley and I wish a merry Christmas and happy New Year to all the Battlefords Regional News Optimist staff
and all the country correspondents, of whom they are few left to report community happenings. I have been reporting the Baljennie news for more than 40 years. I have it enjoyed it very much. It’s a little difficult to get community news as I now live in Battleford. Holly, jolly Christmas to all.
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Grade 4 Saulteaux Heritage School Dear Santa, I want a PS5 and a TV and a quad, a new hat, sled, PS4 card, mike, a new backpack a sweater. From Tex Dear Santa, My name is Zayden B. I am 9 years old. I live in North Battleford. This year I have been good. I would really like it if you could bring me a dirt bike, books, and no more Covid. Thanks and Merry Christmas. From Zayden Dear Santa. I want a PS5 and X Box and a new basketball and a new Spiderman toy and a Venom toy. From Rolen Dear Santa, I want a tablet, and an X Box 360 and a backpack and a Google play card. Lanky box, back-to-school merch. From Brodus
Dear Santa, My name is Aryanna. I am 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux. This year I have been really bad and good. I would really like it if you could bring me a phone, more books and a notebook. That’s all. Thank you. From Aryanna Dear Santa, What I want for Christmas. I want Pop Its, and Simple Dimples, and Pea Poppers – any kind of Fidgits, like Fidgit Spinner. If not, I want a bracelet maker so I can make everyone in my family a bracelet. That’s it. From Aayla Dear Santa, I would like a quad. I would like an iPhone 11. I would like makeup. From Kanika Dear Santa, My name is Cree. I am 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me slime, tablet, Puppy Pop Its, Kinetic sand.
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From Cree Dear Santa, My name is Adrianna. I am 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux. This year I have been good. I would really like it if you could bring me Robux cards, iPhone, and Apple Pen. Thank you and Merry Christmas. From Adrianna Dear Santa, My name is Aubree. I have been good this year so I would really like it if you could get me an iPhone X and an X Box 60 and a pet pig. Thank you and Merry Christmas. From Aubree Dear Santa, My name is Tierra. I am 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a phone and a little pug and a house. Thank you and Merry Christmas. From Tierra
Dear Santa, My name is Anaya. I am 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a phone and a PS5, a hover board and a pie. From Anaya Dear Santa, I’ve been good this year. So could you bring me some presents this year? I would really like it if you bring me a new hockey stick. And new hockey tape and please some hockey wax. From Dazen Dear Santa, My name is Shareese and I’m 9 years old. I live in Saulteaux First Nation. And this year I have been good. I would love it if you could bring me a notebook. Have a Merry Christmas From Shareese
EMBM French School Light of Christ (Grades 3 & 4) Dear Santa, How are you doing how are your elves doing how is Mrs. Claus? What is your favourite cookie? For Christmas I want headphones and Nintendo. Love, Gabe Dear Santa, I want to ask you a few questions. What is your age? Who is your favourite elf? What is your favourite milk and cookies? OK now I will tell you about my life. I was not very nice to my sisters and I could be helping my mom more. For Christmas I want a Nerf gun. I want it so much. Thanks Santa, thanks for your time. From Nate
I want a teddy, a toy dog, a cookie toy, and my two lost hats. And now for my siblings. My little sister wants Gabby doll house, my little brother wants a toy car. I don’t know, but can you do it? Please and thank you! From Jeanne Dear Santa Claus, I know you, your elves and Mrs. Claus are really busy up there in the north pole. I am really excited for Christmas this year because I like seeing my family. How do your reindeer’s fly? This year for Christmas I would like a computer so I can do my homework on it or a Fitbit because I have been pretty good this year. Yours truly, Lily
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EMBM French School Light of Christ (Grades 3 & 4) Dear Santa Claus, Hello, how are you and how are your elves? I’ve been nice to everyone. I’ve had my ups and downs with friends, but I made my way through the unhappiness. This year I would like to have and iDance DeeJay mixer and Builda-Robot book. Have a good trip around the world. Yours truly, Noah Dear Santa, It’s Isabel. I’m nine years old. In the morning or at night I love finding Ava my elf. I’ve been helping my family clean and bake. I’m trying to be nice to my sisters but sometimes it’s hard. I do have a few questions. How are your elves? How is Mrs. Claus? How do you and your elves make all the toys and are you ready for Christmas? I’m so excited for Christmas! For Christmas I want art supplies, PJs, my own bedroom, and a really good Christmas. Love, Isabel Dear Santa Claus, This year does Rudolph still have his red nose? And are the reindeers OK this year for Christmas? Could I
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have a Harry Potter Lego set that has 6000 pieces? I’ve been helping cleaning up the house. From your very truly, Sage Dear Santa, Hi! How are you? How are the reindeer and elves? What is your favourite type of cookie? Mine is Oreo. By Daison Dear Santa Claus, How are you? I have a few questions for you. How do your reindeer fly? And what’s your favourite type of cookie? Also, how did you get your elves in the first place? I’m sorry for the fighting this year but I think I could make it up to you by doing my jobs. Me and Layla started our duet. It is very hard but we practice. This year I would like a bean bag chair, drawing supplies, stuff for Cooper, a new baby that looks real, foam slime bracket (clear). Thank you for your time Santa. I’m very excited for Christmas. Yours truly, Sophia
but sometimes it’s hard when she’s being mean. I’m still trying my very best. For Christmas presents I was thinking about it and I kinda just want one thing. I really badly want a hot pink guitar that I can hold since I’m small and I want a case to come with it so it doesn’t break. Have a very safe trip with you and your reindeer. Jemma Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus and the elves? How are the reindeer? Are they ready to fly? This year I’ve been helping my mom out and my grandma too. So this year I would like the LOL doll band set please and in my stocking I would like some fidgets please. Have a good Christmas. From Tenley Dear Cool Saint Nick, Hello Nicholas, I have a question for you. Why did you move to the north pole? Are you OK? Make
sure you dress warm this Christmas. It is kind of cold in North Battleford. This year I shall leave you some milk and cookies and for the reindeers, carrots. This Christmas I would like a Harry Potter wand and a metal Avengers logo model. Lots of thanks, Jaden Dear Santa, I do not know if I was naughty or nice this year. But how are you and Mrs. Claus in the North Pole? I would love to know how are the elves and I would like a Lego set, two elves, a new writing books, and a lot of books and a new bike. I wrote this because I think I was good. From Katelynn Dear Santa Claus, Hi! My name is Dawsyn. I am nine years old. How’s it going? Do you have a skating rink? And if so do you and your elves play hockey? I myself play hockey with some very nice boys. Is Mrs. Claus mak-
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ing cookies? What kind of cookies are they? Chocolate chip? Gingerbread? Snicker cookies? My favourite cookies are sugar cookies. Santa, I’ve been good all year. I’ve been polite, kind, I do my homework, I do my chores. I listen to my mom and dad, I do my work and school, I am fun to have around and I always work hard. Santa, on Christmas morning underneath the tree I would like to find an LOL doll, a Nintendo switch game and some books. Have a safe trip. Dawsyn
sister. This Christmas I want a tablet or a set of drums. I wish you safe travels this season. From Dominic Dear Santa Claus, How are you? It’s me Ava. I would like Elasti Plasti. I live in Canada. I didn’t have a lot of time to write this. How are the elves and the reindeer and Mrs. clause? My brother Maverick and I are very excited for this Christmas! Jingle and Chippy are bathing in cotton balls on December 8. Can’t wait for December 25. From Ava
To the best Santa, Is there COVID-19 up at the North Pole? I am curious about one more thing. Do your elves get married and have families? So a little about me. I’m nine years old in grade 4. I speak English and French. I play hockey with my twin
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EMBM French School Light of Christ (Grades 3 & 4) Dear Santa Claus, my name is Joseph or you can call me JC. I like Christmas. That’s why my favourite month is December. I like watching TV. I like playing video games and I like watching movies on Disney+. I’m very, very happy that it’s almost Christmas because we’re at we’re gonna go to our cousins house for a Christmas party and my other cousins are coming too and the party is on Christmas Eve and we will stay up until 12 AM and open presents! And I have a question. Is magic real? I’m really good at sports. I’m good at soccer, basketball, volleyball, and I’m good at baseball. I can speak to languages English and French. And I’m half Filipino and half Canadian. From Joseph
Dear Saint Nicholas, Are the elves doing OK? Is the magic ready? How are you? I’m doing OK. How’s the nice and naughty list? Are Rudolph and the others OK? For Christmas I would like a WebCam, a Spider-Man figure, a rope shooter and a drone. I put all my effort on my work. Sometimes I need help with homework but I can still manage to pass some work. I sometimes wash the dishes and I help mom carry the laundry basket. I sometimes fold the clothes. Sincerely, Genesis Dear St. Nick, How are the elves? You should promote them! What are some myths that people say? Who is your favourite reindeer? What would you rate the Grinch 1 to 10 - 10 happy, 1 unhappy - in the middle of the movie? What school did you go to when you were a kid? Where do you come in the house when they don’t have a
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chimney? Who is your favourite elf, name the elf. What I want for Christmas is a hover board, a headset with a mic, and electric skateboard, and a $25 Robux gift card. Yours truly, Cohen Dear Santa, How are you Mrs. Claus and the elves? What is going on at the North Pole? How are the reindeer? Are you ready for the Christmas trip? This year I would like a Fitbit if you can. Thank you! Your friend, Jay Dear Santa, My name is Layla. I am nine years old this year. I’ve grown a lot and I think that I am doing good at school. But I fight with my brother and sister sometimes. This year I want a hover board, a beanbag chair, clothes, skateboard, riding kit, colouring kit, sketchbook, sled, Fitbit. Bye Santa. Layla Dear Santa Claus, How are you? How are your elves and Mrs. Claus? I hope your reindeer are OK to ride all around the world. Are the toys ready to deliver? For Christmas I want a Grinch doll and a book, a real Iron Man suit and more books. Merry Christmas to you. Omar Dear Santa Claus, Do you like milk or Coke or water?
I do not know what to put out on Christmas. I wish you could promote me a job. For this year I would like a skidoo, quad, go kart, gun targets, PS5. Please send to my elf your response. Love your favourite elf, Sam M. Dear Santa, How is noodle and all of the elves? And how do you travel around the world in one night? Santa, all I want is a hover board so please can I have it? Bentley Dear Santa Claus, Are you ready to do work all night? There’s a lot to do for Christmas and are the elves ready to do work? Oh, and I’m nine years old but I think you already know that. My Christmas list is an iPad, $20 because my family needs help on our rent, and a plushy. For Christmas I really don’t want to be greedy besides I don’t really want a lot of presents. I hope you have a great day or a great time! From Fatima Dear Santa, It’s cold and snowy here in North Battleford, I’m still wondering what you’re going to get me? Maybe V-BUCKS OR ROBLOX, or a Halo toy! I know good toys and cool clothes because I know you’re going to put pres-
ents under the tree in the stocking and beside the tree. Thank you Nathaniel Dear Santa, Hi Santa, my name is Charles. How are your reindeers doing? I play hockey every weekend. I really want Legos, fujitsu and Pokémon. Thank you. Charles Dear Santa Claus, How are you and how are your reindeers? Is Rudolph reindeer the red nosed reindeers? Because last year, I saw his footprint in my driveway and his footprint was worried. I would like a new captain America and a teddy bear. Amelia Dear Santa, Where is the North Pole? My name is Jessie. My grandpa said he has seen you before. He saw the reindeers before, but he didn’t see Rudolph. One day, I want to see the reindeers, an elf and you. I hope you put stuff in my stocking at mine and grandma’s house. Jessie Dear Santa, Can I have some presents please? Two days I would like some presents, ok ? If you feel like giving me some you don’t have too?
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Dear Santa, How are you doing with your reindeers and elves? I’m trying to be really nice this year, so I can be on the good list. What is your favourite cookie? Mine is coconut and butterscotch. What I want for Christmas is Legos. Thank you. Oaklyn Dear Santa, How are you today? I am well! Have I been naughty? Can I write well? For Christmas, all I want is some Roblox. If you don’t know what Roblox is, I have a game called Roblox. Roblox is money for the game. I can change my avatar in the game, but if not, then I would like just a big stuffy please. Ysabhella Dear Santa, I’ve being a good boy and I help my mom to do everything at my home and I am going to a new house, and I can have a Roblox, it costs $, and a Fortnite big guys and one of your elves on the shelf for Christmas and a real dog and one dog treats. Phill
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EMBM French School Light of Christ (Grades 3 & 4) Dear Santa, How are you? I am well, do you have much healthy food? Do you use magic to go into Chinese? All I want is Legos and some toys. Zaidyn Dear Santa, How are you doing? I’m doing just fine. For Christmas I would like a quad , and a dirt bike , it is snowing in North Battleford . I have gone sledding. I would like a Nintendo switch, and an iPhone. Love. Bensen. Dear Santa, I would like a Nintendo switch and a game for the Nintendo switch and an iPhone pro max. From Nolan Dear Santa, It’s Ava. I want a Nintendo switch and a Minecraft to go with the Nintendo switch and an iPhone 13 pro max, and an iPad. Ava
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Dear Santa, I would like a fugit peace, and I would like a blow fog machines toy, and a madcap Fortnite, a scratches Nintendo and another elf. Lena. Dear Santa, How are you doing? I would like a drone and a lot more Legos. How are your Rennes? Dear Santa your elves and I would like that big house and I would like a lot more Legos and magnet bracelets. From Braegen Dear Santa, How are you doing, are you good? I am doing good. I would like a remote-control airplane. I would also like a remote control for the wagons. Aleks.
Dear Santa, Hello, it’s snowing in North Battleford, and I hope you’re well at the North Pole. I want some toys for me and my brothers. Thank you. Aurora Dear Santa, How are you ? I’m good here in Canada. I would like all of the Minecraft legos and a little switch for me and my dad. Bye. From : Dane Dear Santa, This year I think I’ve been good. All I really want for Christmas is a very happy day and I made a song. I hope you and your elves are doing well and your reindeer, it is so cool how you get around the world. Madison
Dear Santa, How are you? I am good. I hope the reindeers and you are doing good. I am writing my best. This is my letter from school, I wrote this letter from my house. I went for Christmas. I want it for Christmas. I want a popit and I also want an unicorn blanket with no fleepy please. Love Moira
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Dear Santa, I cleaned up my bed for my Mom. I would like a doll house for Christmas. I like a Barbie house. Thanks you Santa. From Tylee
Dear Santa, I pushed my friends on the swing. Please bring me a toy robot and a toy elf. From Haven
Dear Santa, I was respectful to Mrs. Lessard. Please bring me a remotecontrol airplane. From Riley
Dear Santa, I am nice to my friends. I help my foster home. I want a Fidget and some dolls and a doll house. Thank you for the toys. From Emilee
Dear Santa, I want a fire truck. From Jackson
Dear Santa, I hold my Mom’s hand and I didn’t cry when I dropped my Mom off at Auntie’s house. Santa, I want a LOL house and LOL people. I am excited for you to come. From Maria Dear Santa, I helped my Mom with the dishes. Please bring me a pink toy kitty. From Theresa
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Prepayment required OBITUARIES BLANCHETTE: Our beloved mother Marie Blanchette left us heartbroken at her unexpected passing in the early morning hours of December 17th. Mom possessed a vibrancy that belied her years. She laughed easily and often making her a valued part of the family gatherings that were so important to her. She had a keen sense of humour and a practical no nonsense approach to life. Her love of people was apparent and her home was the centre of get togethers for both family and friends. She left us a legacy of love, laughter and the importance of getting on with life, finding the good in even the hard times that are part of everyone’s journey. Mom was born on April 12th, 1933 in Meota, Sask., the eldest child of Henri and Selina Lavigne. After moving to North Battleford at the age of 16 she helped support her family by working at the Notre Dame Hospital earning $21.00 a week. In 1951 she married Lionel Blanchette, a dark haired, handsome neighbour from Jackfish Lake. Together they raised 7 children in North Battleford. She later joined the family flooring business until their retirement. Winters were spent in Yuma and summers with family at Aquadeo. She left behind the family she loved so deeply. Her children, Donnie, Gord (Therese), daughter-in-law Diane, Gail (Doug), Janet (Rob), Glen (Traci), Kevin (Sandy), 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Lionel, sons Terry and Blair (infant) and daughter-in-law, Barb Blanchette. We will always miss you,
EISCHEN, JAMES: It is with heavy hearts the family of Mr. James Eischen announce his passing with family by his side at the Battlefords Union Hospital on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at the age of 72 years. A Funeral Mass was held Saturday, December 4, 2021 at St. Rose de Lima Roman Catholic Church in Cochin, SK with Reverend Father Greg Elder as celebrant. Jim’s memory will forever be cherished by his loving wife, Laurette Eischen; children and grandchildren: Loralie (Shaun) Raiche - Joel & Abbey; Angelie (Dale) Halewich - Jesse (Haley Beatch) & Tylan; Roxanne; Gregory (Michelle) - Everley & Axton; Bradley (Ashley) Adelyn & Bohden; sisters: Veronica (Brett Padget) and Bernadette (Pat Beynon); sister-in-law, Jeanne (Francis Nadeau); numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents: Victor and Helen Eischen and his brother, Lawrence (Larry) Eischen. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mr. James Eischen can be directed to Parkinson Canada 4211 Yonge St. Suite 316 Toronto, ON M2P 2A9 or to Meota ADRA, Po Box 22 Meota, SK S0M 1X0. To view the Funeral Service or to leave a condolence please visit www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. Cards of Thanks A sincere thank you in appreciation to Father Greg Elder & St. Rose de Lima Parish helpers, to Dave McQuaid, Eternal Memories, Bob Zurowski, Meota Lunch Committee, All care givers who assisted Jim compassionately over the past few years, to all those who have made donations to masses & Charities in Jim’s memory, for food, flowers, many messages & cards received. To our family, friends, neighbours & all those who helped in any way, thank you for your kindness & compassion. It will never be forgotten..... Sincerely, Laurette Eischen Loralie & Shaun Raiche & Family, Angie & Dale Halewich & Family, Roxanne Eischen, Greg & Michelle Eischen & Family, Brad & Ashley Eischen & Family
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OBITUARIES STEVENOT: Joseph Stevenot passed away on November 23, 2021, in Prince George, British Columbia. He was born in Rosetown, Saskatchewan on March 6, 1987, one of five children of Raymond Stevenot and Karen East. He is survived by his children Jelissa, Jazzalynn and James, his father Ray (Brenda) Stevenot, his sister Deanna Stevenot her children Kalaen, Elizabeth and Nevaeh, sister Martina (Jared) Sapach their children Emily and George, Jerid Stevenot, Katrina (Matthew) Sheppard their children Arthur, Maddie, and Arya, Grandmother Carol East and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Joseph was predeceased by his mother Karen East, and his grandparents. Joseph attended school in North Battleford, SK and became a truck driver and traveled to many places in Canada for work. Now he can travel the open roads freely and enjoy the scenery with no worries. A Private Family Service will be held in memory of Joseph. Donations may be made in memory of Joseph to, the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to:
POLLARD: Mr. Jimmy Dean Pollard passed away at his residence on Monday, November 15, 2021 at the age of 53 years. A Graveside Service was held Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the Edam Roman Catholic Cemetery in Edam, SK with Father Barry Tkachuk as celebrant. Left to cherish his memory is Eldon Riner; mother, Jean Pollard; siblings: Sharen (Ken) Gansauge, John (Brenda) Pollard and Danny (Heather) Pollard; special friends: Bob & Michelle McGonigle and Bryan Savard; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins and all of his friends. He was predeceased by his father, Johnny Pollard; grandparents: Leo & Yvonne Pollard, John & Florence Crowston.Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Jimmy Pollard may be directed to the H. Hardcastle School (Designated to Library) Po Box 370 Edam, SK S0M 0V0. Condolences can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.
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FUNERAL SERVICES It is with sadness the family of Leonard L’Heureux announce his passing on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at the Battlefords Union Hospital, North Battleford, SK. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 27, 2021 at St. Leon Roman Catholic Church, Jackfish, SK with Father Barry Tkachuk as Celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow at Jackfish Cemetery. To view the live stream of the service or to leave a condolence for the family, please go to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Donation in memory of Leonard L’Heureux may be made to the Arthritis Society- Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, 393 University Avenue, Suite 1700, Toronto, ON M5G 1E6. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.
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Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan.
INTENT: The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment will: • fix referencing errors for Telecommunications Towers and Truck Stops within Section 3.7.4 - Use Specific Discretionary Use Evaluation Criteria; • remove Section 4.3 — Buildings to Be Moved; • remove Section 4.12.18 — Temporary Work Camps; • fix referencing errors within Table 6.1 — Agricultural District Development Standards; • add “Convenience stores with or without gas bars” as a permitted use within the CI —Commercial District; and, • rezone proposed Parcel A, within the NW 1/4 Section 32-47-23-W3M, from A —Agricultural District to Cl — Commercial District, as shown within the bold dashed line on The Plan of Proposed Subdivision shown below as Map “A”
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Town of Radisson Now hiring 2 contract positions: 1) Dog Catcher/ Pound Keeper Must be able to house animals. 2) Bylaw Enforcement Officer Please submit resume along with expected hourly rate of pay to: Town of Radisson Box 69 Radisson, SK S0K 3L0 or by email: tradisson@sasktel.net For more information please contact 306-827-2218
IS IT YOU WE’RE LOOKING FOR? Are you… Recently retired? Wondering how to fill your time? Missing the socialization? Wanting to earn a little money? Then this may be an opportunity for you. We are recruiting mature, reliable, practical people to work as job coaches on a casual, sometimes part-time, or temporary full-time basis. You would work with a client on-the-job to help them reach their goal of independence at work. Our clients have diverse needs, which requires the coach to have good people skills, problem-solving skills, good communication, be flexible and represent self and our agency professionally. Must have a Class 5 driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and a clear criminal vulnerable sector record check. A paid short training course provided by Executive Director upon hire. Submit resume to Kathy at executivedirector@prairieemployment.ca or mail to or deliver in person to the office at 1202-101st Street.
BORDEN ‑ The Borden Friendship Club held their Christmas bingo Dec. 15 with 35 out to participate from Borden, Radisson, Langham, Saskatoon and Martensville. Winning tur‑ keys were Ken Bury (2), Heather Deck and Lucille Wilkie. Winning hams were Martha Rempel, Joyce Olzewski, Heather Deck, Mel Brooke and Cathy Herman. Winning the $20 blackout game was Eileen Petrun. Five generations of the Leech family gathered re‑ cently for a family get to‑ gether that included baby Nikosis Watcheson, mom Makayla Muskakopos of Saskatoon, grandma Ni‑ cole Fertuck of Saskatoon, great-grandma Sharon Fertuck of Saskatoon and great-great grandma Kay Leech of Borden. The Village of Borden and the RM of Great Bend sponsored a Christmas light contest and winning prizes for outstanding displays were Brian and Kathy Young, Luke and Kandice Walker, Dustin and Brittany Tracksell, Russell and Jillian Orchard and Jack and Kendra Comeau. On a cold wintry Dec. 19 evening, St. John’s Angli‑ can Church held a Christ‑ mas Festival of Readings and Music. The church was beautifully decorated with poinsettias bought by ad‑ herents in memory of loved ones. The fourth advent candle of love was lit by Riley Saunders. Rev. Shel‑ don Carr presided over the service, reading A Bidding for Christmas, followed
by nine readings from Genesis, Isaiah and Luke, prayers and carols. Music was provided by Pamela Pidwerbesky play‑ ing piano and Linda Hose‑ good the organ. Readings were by Sharon Assman, Mary Hunchak, Geraldine Abbott, Brenda Tumbach, Sandra Hrenkiw (Long), Lorraine Olinyk, Dianne Rawlyk, Jean Brooke and Bill Hosegood. Rev. Carr led the prayers of the com‑ munity, closing with The Lord’s Prayer and the final carol, Hark the Herald An‑ gels Sing. A presentation was made to Sheldon and Rosann Carr from the con‑ gregation, then most of the congregation gathered in the lower hall for fellow‑ ship. The Anglican Church is closed for the next two weeks, resuming services at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 9. Borden Little Sprouts Early Learning Childcare Centre is among facilities receiving grants to provide 601 new regulated child‑ care spaces in more than 20 communities in Sas‑ katchewan. Start-up of the building is scheduled for later on in 2022. Borden School, in com‑ petition with Dalmeny and WW Brown School in Langham, collected non‑ perishable items and cloth‑ ing in a two-week period before the break. Thanks to the kindness, generos‑ ity and giving spirit of the Borden community, more than 2,000 items were col‑ lected. The administrative loser has to wear the win‑ ner’s school jersey for one day, so hopefully a Borden Blues jersey will be ap‑ pearing in either Langham or Dalmeny.
Also earning prizes were displays by Brian and Kathy Young ...
Russell and Jillian Orchard ...
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Happy Treats in Paradise Hill
RM of Meeting Lake No. 466 is Accepting Applications for Seasonal Full-Time Employee Skills and Abilities - Valid Driver’s License - Experience Operating a Grader - Class 1A (is an asset) - Operate Other Types of Equipment Duties Include but not limited to - Road maintenance - Ditch mowing - Installation of culverts and signs - Service and maintenance of equipment Submit resume including - Work experience - Education and skills - Certifications - Current drivers abstract - Three references The candidate must have well developed interpersonal and motivational skills, be able to take direction from Foreman and/or Council, must be able to complete physically demanding work and work independently or as a team. This position may have the potential for some off-season work and may have to work certain week-ends. This position will be posted until the successful applicant(s) is/are found. R.M. of Meeting Lake, Box 26, Mayfair, Sask. S0M 1S0 Fax 306-246-4974 • E-mail: rm466@sasktel.net We thank all applicants in advance. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
Five generations of the Leech family recently gathered for a photo. Seated is great-greatgrandmother Kay Leech of Borden with baby Nikosis Watcheson of Borden. Also pictured are mom Makayla Musaskapoe of Saskatoon, great-grandma Sharon Fertuck of Saskatoon and grandma Nicole Fertuck of Saskatoon. | Photo submitted by Lorraine Olinyk
Violet Lantz of Paradise Hill tells us about five years of handing out old fashioned Christmas pudding with real rum sauce: “Eunice Sergent of Loon River/ Rapid View has donated jars and jars for Violet Lantz and Dianne Palsich to pass around as a treat. Most of the treat has been given to residents of Heritage Homes in Paradise Hill. This picture has Geraldine Biever receiving her treat from Dianne. It has expanded from 10 residents in 2016 to over 20 in 2021. We had to add some village couples as the pudding was so in demand. I make the rum sauce and I must say I have perfected my recipe. There is no rum left when we are finished. It is such a pleasure to receive such kind compliments from men and women alike.” | Photo submitted
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The mystery of life: so deep and complete Helen Steiner Ross wrote of the mystery of life, which is a brand new baby. Babies capture the hearts of their parents and countless others. They are, as Ross said, “A wee bit of heaven drifted down from heaven above. A handful of happiness, a heart full of love. The mystery of life so deep and complete. Precious and priceless, so loveable too. The world’s sweetest miracle, baby, is you.” Another author has written, “Until you’ve counted little fingers, counted little toes, held a little hand, kissed a little nose, soothed a little tummy, read to little ears, powdered a little booty, wiped away little
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raymaher085@gmail.com tears, you haven’t known love.” Often, we get focused on what is or isn’t happening and forget about love and hope. Love and hope are gifts from God in the babies and children He gives us to love. In my province this year, we were tormented with a persistent,
deadly virus, scorched by heat, parched by drought, faced consuming forest fires, and last but not least, suffered devastating floods and landslides. These forces of nature made us remember what makes our lives worthwhile. Consider these words, “Who says there is no
magic in the world, have never experienced the birth of a child. Who says wealth is everything, has never seen a child smile! Who says this world is beyond saving has forgotten that children represent love! ” (and hope). Christmas means different things to people, but for Christians, it is the celebration of the birth of the baby Jesus. “For to us, a child is born, to us, a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom establishing and upholding it with justice
and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish it.” (Isaiah 9:6,7) Matthew 1:18-24 explains, “This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Joseph had in mind to divorce her quietly. An angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, ‘Joseph son of David, do not be afraid, to take Mary home as your wife. Because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son,
and you are to give him the name Jesus because he will save his people from their sins.’ When Joseph woke up, he took Mary home as his wife.” When the baby Jesus was born of Mary, an angel of the Lord said to shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. Today in the town of David, a Saviour has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” (Luke 2:10-12) The baby Jesus makes our lives complete in love and hope no matter what happens or doesn’t happen to us.
Worship Together 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. (RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4
TerriTorial Drive alliance church 306-445-5158 www.tdac.ca
306-446-1695
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DAILY: Tues., 7 p.m. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted
Corner of Scott & Territorial Dirve Sun. 9:15 am & 11:00 am Ministries for the whole family
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
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St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 11:00 a.m. Battle River Parish YouTube channel Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net
Rev. Trevor Malyon
1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome
Living Water Ministry
Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford
Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385
Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Dean Covert
Church Phone 306-445-4181
All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 4:00 p.m. Celebrant: Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji 306-664-2301 (Office) 306-244-2604 (Home)
Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK
306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley
SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.
Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke
Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am Pre-registration required to register at
306-445-8171
www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net
Everyone Welcome
Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)
Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month
Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m. PASTOR - Rick Martin
LIVING FAITH CHAPEL
1372 102nd St 306-445-3009
11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK
Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath
Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada No Services till further notice Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729
Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church
ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.
Sunday Services 10:30 am
1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford
Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca
Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford
Phone 306-445-9096
Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.
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Winter Wonderland a Christmas bright spot By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
Our community is grateful that we had some sense of normal with many traditional Christmas events and activities taking place in town. This may help towards what still might be subdued family Christmas celebrations, thanks to Omicron. Winter Wonderland was a big hit last weekend and you could see and feel the excitement at all the distanced, safe activities that took place. Once again, our community must commend those who organized this event, those who hosted an event or put an entry in the lights parade or those who helped in some manner. It was a great dose of community Christmas spirit. Congratulations to store window winners and parade winners. BMO earned the window decorating award for their full-on Whoville- and Grinch-themed decorations. Parade winners were (in order): Kayla Meredith, realtor; Unity Dental Clinic; James Alexander Trucking; and Unity Fire Department. Several traditional
Christmas activities have taken place in Unity already including the Chamber and business sponsored Santa Day movie as well as the community service of remembrance. This week, residents tuned in to watch the community carol festival online and thanks to the performers for giving others the beautiful gift of music. Secret Santa has wrapped up collections and will be assembling and delivering hampers this week, thanks to the team at BriCin Financial. Residents of Eighth Avenue Estates chose to forego their annual gift exchange at their Christmas party and instead donated the funds to Unity’s food bank. Unity was excited to celebrate a couple of grand openings of new businesses in town. Hometown Designs on Main Street, held their event Dec. 9, and the bakery opened Dec. 17 At UCHS, students were thrilled to present live theatre once again on their stage this past week, and audiences loved the opportunity to see these productions. It’s now basketball season at UCHS. St. Peter’s School pre-
The BMO in Unity created a delightful Who-ville village as part of their Grinch themed decorations. | Photo submitted
The Hey Clay packages distributed in November by Delta Coop helped the Prairie Branches group create this fabulous winter wonderland. | Photo submitted.
sented a virtual Christmas concert “A Gift of Song.” This program will be displayed on the school Facebook page. St. Peter’s is hopeful this format allows families to share it with relatives and friends and brings Christmas joy to all. Unity Public School staff and students have enjoyed fun spirit days to finish off December including a food bank sculpture day as part of a local food bank collection. UPS has also raised $763 for the Raycraft family. Their son Frederick is undergoing extensive cancer treatment in Calgary. UCHS also held a fundraiser for this
annual Boxing Day bonspiel Dec. 26. League games will resume next week and junior curling will return to the ice once school is back in session. Curlers were also excited to hear the news that Team Dunstone and Team Koe will play a special outdoor game at Mosaic Stadium in February. Unity Minor Ball held their annual general meeting and thanked two departing executive members, Doug Rutley and Rene Feser, and welcomed two new members, Trevor Green and Ryan Greenwald. Seniors’ centres express their thanks for those who
cause. Unity Minor Hockey alumni players are continuing their success stories as Carter Ralston, currently playing for the Tisdale AAA U18 Trojans, was drafted in the WHL bantam draft. The Miners are sitting on the lobby floor of the SWHL standings and finish up the first half of the regular season in a homeand-home series with the top spot Wilkie Outlaws, which will be their last games before the holiday break. The team resumes play Jan. 7. The Unity Curling Club is on a short hiatus until the
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