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Friday, $1.50 PER COPY GST INCLUDED January 8, 2021 Vol. 94 No. 49 Agreement # 40011922 PROUDLY SERVING MELVILLE AND SURROUNDING AREA SINCE 1929 • WWW.GRASSLANDSNEWS.CA • 1-306-728-5448 Principal named one of Sask’s 40 under 40 winners Barry Needham selected for annual CBC award

By Emily Jane Fulford Grasslands News

A local educator is getting provincial recognition at the close out of the year. Principal of Melville Comprehensive School, Brandon Needham was named one of the 2020 CBC Future 40 Under 40 winners. It is part of an annual event when CBC celebrates the province’s new generation of leaders, builders and change-makers under the age of 40. The 2020 finalists were chosen from a very large number of nominees and selected via a panel of judges, which were composed of former CBC Future 40 alumni. “For actively working to make a difference in Saskatchewan by trans- forming his school community into a site where truth and reconciliation Spreading Christmas cheer EMILY FULFORD | GRASSLANDS NEWS can be imagined and enacted, Brandon Need- With COVID-19 keeping many families apart this season, a small group of volunteers spread some much ham is most deserving needed holiday spirit at St. Paul Lutheran Home this Christmas. of becoming a Future 40 finalist,” read Brandon Needham’s nomination statement. “As the principal of Decking the halls at St. Paul’s Melville Comprehensive School (MCS), Brandon is in a unique position to ficult and still is, trying to explain (Scott Hanson), Shirley Karius, By Emily Jane Fulford influence his school’s en- Grasslands News to our residents what’s happening Aldon Schick, Jeniffer Stein (City of gagement with the TRC out there, why they cannot see Melville), Sean Unterschute, Sarah Calls to Action. their families during the holidays. Stelmacovich, Arlene Schick, Cory In the days leading up to Christ- Brandon’s passion for Brandon Needham It’s heartbreaking not only for Bjorgan, Brendan Skibinsky and mas, volunteers from around the educating students and them but their families as well.” Nailed It Renovations, Kindergar- city of Melville chipped in to help staff about social justice issues that affect Indigenous The St. Paul’s team got busy ten Davison class, Magic Moments, bring some holiday cheer to St. people has led him to pursue a PhD from the U of R” Paul Lutheran Home. After the days in advance spreading the Therese Cowan, Keith & Barb said the CBC. pandemic made it difficult to con- word in as many ways as possible Hauser, Larry & Leanne Hollinger, “Connecting his doctoral research to his role nect with friends and family, it was to let people know what the plans Carrie Holliday, Jordan Sinclair, as principal, Brandon led a school-based research a much needed moral boost for the were. Merv Appel and Jeff Appel at Home inquiry which sought to investigate the role non-In- community. “We posted to social media for Hardware,” says Holliday. digenous peoples play in working toward reconcilia- “The COVID-19 pandemic has anyone that had any additional St. Paul Lutheran Home would tion. This collaboration represented for Brandon the brought nothing but many hard- Christmas items not in use they also like to thank the following culmination of years of work to actualize the goals of ships to those living in and work- would like to donate. The messages people that volunteered their time the TRC. Moreover, this has led to a change in how ing at St. Paul Lutheran Home in kept flooding in,” explains Holli- to make this happen: Kari Mol- the students and staff at Brandon’s school understand Melville,” said Jill Holliday of St. day. “We were quite overwhelmed nar-Krieger & family, Kayla Ra- the colonial history of Canada and in turn has cre- Paul’s. “In recent weeks, Kathy Un- with the response. We received chelle & family, Scott Hanson & ated opportunities to learn from and with the neigh- terschute posted to the work page a items borrowed, donated and of- family, Chantelle Armstrong & boring First Nation communities, most notably last video of a group of people decorat- fered by numerous people and busi- family, Danielle Rathgeber, and school year, when Brandon’s social class partnered ing at a nursing home in Yorkton. I nesses.” a huge shout out to Kathy Unter- with Peepeekisis FN and the Multicultural Society of immediately responded, we have to The plan was a tremendous suc- schute and Jillian Holliday for or- Saskatchewan to host powerful and thought-provok- do this to ours! Gaining our man- cess and contributors of all ages ganizing the event. ing anti-racism event at MCS.” agement’s approval, Kathy and showed up early the Saturday be- While the holidays of 2020 are Needham was also recently recognized by the Sas- I turned the wheels and the plan fore Christmas to spread the joy. now a memory, it will be remem- katchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) for his leader- went into action. We wanted to lift “We would like to thank the fol- bered for quite some time, those ship and excellence in reconciliation education. As a the spirits of the elders we care for, lowing people for donating: David who came together to ensure that result, he was asked to attend the STF’s Closing the despite the new restrictions set in Assman, Lorie Ziola-Somogyi, Krae everybody had a joyful celebration Circle conference, as a keynote speaker and share his place by the government. It was dif- Ruf, Leanne Korchinski, NARS and a Happy New Year. experiences as a principal and researcher. Trust us with what matters most. HOME – AUTO 215 - 3rd Ave. W., Melville, SK FARM – BUSINESS www.trustmarkinsurance.ca P: 306.728.2165 2 January 8, 2021 0HOYLOOH$GYDQFH:KLWHZRRG*UHQIHOO+HUDOG6XQ)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV Grasslands News

Melville Legion makes donations 68%0,77('_*5$66/$1'61(:6 5*&RPEH9&/HJLRQRI0HOYLOOHUHFHQWO\PDGHWZRGRQDWLRQVRIHDFK7KHÀUVWZDVWR6W3HWHU·V+RVSLWDOIRUDUHFOLQHUIRUSDWLHQWXVHDQGWZR IXWRQVIRUSDWLHQWV·IDPLOLHVWRXVHZKHQYLVLWLQJ7KHVHFRQGGRQDWLRQWR6W3DXO·V/XWKHUDQ+RPHIRUWKUHHSRUWDEOHVRXQGV\VWHPVWKDWFDQEHXVHGE\ FOHUJ\DQGLQWKHUHFUHDWLRQDUHDZLWKEHWWHUTXDOLW\VRXQGDQGFODULW\IRUWKRVHZKRDUHKDUGRIKHDULQJ3UHVHQWLQJLV%ULDQ0RUULV OHIW 3RSS\&KDLUPDQ/LVD $OVSDFK OHIWSLFWXUH 6W3HWHU·V+RVSLWDO6KHUL+RQH\ZLFK6W3DXO/XWKHUDQ+RPH ULJKWSLFWXUH DQG7UHYRU%DQFDU]3UHVLGHQWRI5*&RPEH9&/HJLRQ Local Legions receive financial boost from VOESF By Emily Jane Fulford provided via the Veterans Organizations Emergency pandemic. Grasslands News Support Fund (VOESF), a program run by Veterans Ten branches of the Royal Canadian Legion located Affairs Canada. VOESF is used to provide grants to within Yorkton-Melville area will receive a combined non-profit and registered charitable organizations that total of $101,091. Foam Lake will be receiving $13,585 in Members of The Royal Canadian Legion branches support veterans and their families. The grants are support; Kamsack will be provided with $6,625. Quill in Melville, Yorkton and neighboring communities specifically designed and intended to help with the fi- Lake will be issued $10,000 and Canora, $5,000. Pleas- will be receiving financial support this year. It will be nancial burden which was caused by the COVID-19 antdale and Norquay will each receive just over $3,000, Esterhazy with $14,871 of funding, Sheho with $12,560 and Melville and Yorkton both with $15,605. Cathay Wagantall, MP for Yorkton-Melville, who sits on the Standing Committee for Veterans Affairs, said that she was very pleased to see government support coming to assist Legions. She is not a stranger to Yes Sir, That’s the work they do to support veterans, having heard first-hand of the challenges facing veterans. “In my work with the Standing Committee for Veterans Affairs, I receive calls from veterans from right across Canada who are seriously struggling, mentally and financially,” said Wagantall. “Many feel Our Baby abandoned by their government due to a backlog of outstanding disability claims and issues with other services, but the one place those veterans can continue to turn to is the Legion.” Wagantall stated, during a recent meeting of the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs, that the Ex- ecutive Director of the Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command testified about the efficient work being done to care for the immediate needs of veterans. “Mr. Wagner testified they can have a veteran come into their office at 10 a.m. in need of shelter, food or medical attention. Throughout their various networks – be it Social Services, Legion branches or various service groups – they can have housing established, WIN $50.00 VISA GIFT CARD food provided, and usually a stream of income through Social Services, plus they can set up medical appointments and start the process for Veterans Affairs ben- GRASSLANDS NEWS would like to Salute all Babies Born in 2020 efit claims, all by the end of the day. It’s all in the and to do that we will publish SPECIAL PAGES in the process and removing barriers, and it starts with em- powering the front line,” said Wagantall. January 29, 2021 edition of the Melville Advance, Fort Qu’Appelle Times and “The caring and efficient work of our Saskatche- Whitewood Grenfell Herald Sun featuring the babies of 2020. wan Command and local Legions is, and could be, even If you’d like a picture of your baby to appear, fi ll in the form below or e-mail more significant in ensuring immediate emergency support and timely care for our veterans and their (send a clear snapshot) of your baby along with a cheque (made out to Grasslands News Group), families, if the process was less onerous,” VISA or Mastercard number for $20.00 (GST included). The VOESF’s entire aid package for Legion locations internationally totaled $20 million, with $14 mil- A draw will be made Turesday, January 26, 2021 for a $50.00 VISA gift card lion of that allocated to Canadian branches. for the lucky parents. Enter today and win! Entry Deadline Monday, January 26, 2021

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approves $750,000 in grants

By Chris Ashfield cial Traffic Safety Fund grants, which Grasslands News are derived from the proceeds of photo 430 Main St. - P.O. Box 1240, Melville, SK S0A 2P0 speed enforcement (PSE). Since the pro- • Phone (306) 728-6840 • Fax (306) 728-5911 gram began in 2019, there have now Five local communities are amongst been a total of 197 projects awarded, to- :HEVLWHZZZPHOYLOOHFD 66 communities from across Saskatche- talling more than $2.25 million. wan that have been approved for mon- Applications are assessed by the ies under the Provincial Traffic Safety PSE Committee, which includes rep- Fund. In total, $750,000 in grants were resentatives from the Saskatchewan REMINDER - City Grants given out for 70 road improvement proj- Urban Municipalities Association, the The City of Melville is accepting grant applications for the 2021 year for local non-profi t organizations. ects ranging from $547 to $72,300. Saskatchewan Association of Rural Mu- The City of Melville’s 2021 grant application deadline is Friday, January 29, 2021 at 12 p.m. CST. Projects include speed display signs Applications received after this date will not receive consideration. nicipalities, the Prince Albert Tribal and other speed reduc- For complete details regarding application criteria and requirements please refer to the application Council, the Saskatche- tion initiatives, as well as form which is available at the City Hall General Offi ce (430 Main St., Melville, SK) or at the City of Melville’s wan Association of Chiefs website www.melville.ca funding for intersection of Police, the Ministry of and crosswalk improve- Justice, the Ministry of ments. Local communities Highways and SGI. to receive funding in- In order to be eligi- cluded the Town of Cupar, ble for a Provincial Traf- Notice to Remove $10,553 for slow down fic Safety Fund grant, a signs; Esterhazy $7,035 proposed initiative must for speed limit aware- target specific concerns, Fishing Hut or Shacks ness; the Resort Village including statistics to sup- of Fort San; $19,863 for a port how the project would from the cordoned off area safety initiative; Village address concerns regard- of Lebret, $9,089 for speed ing injuries, deaths, and Staff will begin the Aeration at the Melville Reservoir on: Friday, January 15, 2021. reader signs; and Village collision. Applicants must We cannot guarantee where the air will travel under the ice, therefore your safety and fi shing hut of Lipton, $8,426 for safety also include a well-defined may be in jeopardy of falling through the ice. Staff will cordon off the area as required by Saskatchewan a first/speed hurts cam- Wildlife Federation. With your cooperation we can have a safe aeration project and maintain a healthy fi sh action plan with specific, population. paign. measurable objectives and Please move your hut West of the signs by Wednesday, January 13, 2021 “Everyone in Saskatch- must demonstrate that The removal of huts/fi shing shack is governed by City of Melville Bylaw 21/2009. ewan benefits from safer previous measures to ad- If you require more information you may call 306-728-6865 roads in our communities,” Minister dress those safety concerns have been Thank you for your cooperation. Responsible for SGI Don Morgan said. unsuccessful. “The communities who applied know Provincial Traffic Safety Fund grants their roads better than anyone, and are awarded twice each year, and appli- the provincial government is pleased cations for new PSE locations are evalu- Notice of Vacancies to assist their efforts to improve traffic ated once annually. The PSE Committee safety. The next intake for applications will begin accepting applications for begins in January, and I encourage the next round of Traffic Safety Fund Boards and Commissions other municipalities and Indigenous grants, as well as applications for new lands or territories to consider apply- PSE camera locations, January 1, 2021. Your ideas count - participate in local government - Canadian citizens, 18 years of age or older who ing.” The deadline for both applications is are full time residents of Melville, are invited to apply for a position on the following City Boards and This is the fourth round of Provin- March 31, 2021. Committees. Appointments are eff ective January 1, 2021. Deadline for applications is Monday, January 25, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. If you are interested please submit your name, address and telephone number, 2 references and short paragraph as to why you would like to serve on a particular Board or Commission in writing to: Amber Orr, Executive Assistant 430 Main Street or P.O. Box 1240 Melville, SK S0A 2P0 For further information on the boards’ and committees’ terms of reference, meeting dates, or workload, contact the offi ce at 306-728-6849. Name of Description Term # of ! !$"$ "#!$#"$!$ Committee Vacancies Police Established by Bylaw No. 8/91. Appointments are 1 Year 2 Commission made annually. The Board consists of the Mayor, two $ Board members of Council and two residents. The purpose of the Board is to deal with policing matters in the City and to deal with items referred to the Board by $$$ $ Council. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month. $ $ $ Melville Established pursuant to the Public Libraries Act. 1 Year 5 Public Appointments made annually. The purpose of the $ $ $ Library Board is to act as a liaison between the City and the Regional Library Board and set standards for the local library service in accordance with the Public Libraries Act. Meetings are at the call of the Chairperson. Van The Van Advisory Board Committee ensures and 1 Year 2 Advisory Board promotes the establishment and maintenance of the Special Needs Van. The Van Advisory Committee acts as a consulting board to City Council and makes recommendations in keeping with the philosophy and mission of the City of Melville. All interested persons or user groups are encouraged to sit on this Board. Meetings are held on a need basis. Minimum twice per K year.

Regional Established by Bylaw No. 2/97. Appointments of 2 Years 5 Park Authority 10 members, on staggered two (2) year terms to 1 Year 1 December 31st of each year. There is one vacancy for a one (1) year term expiring December 31, 2021 and fi ve (5) vacancies for two (2) year terms expiring December 31, 2021. The Regional Park Authority administers, operates and controls the use of the Regional Park according to the Regional Park Act. Meetings are held the fi rst Wednesday of each month. Recreation, Established by Bylaw No. 01/2009. There are eleven 1 Year 1 - Youth Culture (11) voting members on this board representing the & Leisure interests of culture, heritage, parks, seniors, sports, 2 Years 1 – Senior Services youth, the rural area, the school boards and two 1 – Heritage members at large. The purpose of this committee is Advisory 2 – Member- to facilitate and enable the development of leisure Committee activities and opportunities for the residents of at-large Melville. Meetings are held a minimum of four (4) 1 - Sport times per year. 1 - Culture 1 - Parks 1 - Tourism NOTE: All volunteers who are appointed to a Board or Commission will be required to provide a clear %'K+!(!)K%*'K,(!)K)KHHH >62E@1D /A=K criminal record check. (There are no fees associated with a criminal record check for volunteers). 4 January 8, 2021 0HOYLOOH$GYDQFH:KLWHZRRG*UHQIHOO+HUDOG6XQ)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV Grasslands News Qu’Appelle river system seminar goes virtual 2nd Annual Farmland Drainage and Environment Conference Jan. 11 to 15

By Elaine Ashfield and infrastructure, on flooding neigh- Grasslands News boring properties and crops, on water quality, on climate change, wildlife and A new study of the water quality in our environment”. the Qu’Appelle River system has found The virtual conference will include that up to 91 per cent of the total phos- daily webinars January 11 to 15 all start- phorus and 51 per cent of the total ni- ing at 10:30 a.m. CST. Topics and speak- trogen flowing into the river could be ers will highlight the status of drainage coming from agricultural runoff. As in Saskatchewan and its impacts. well, the recent flooding of tens of thousands of acres of farmland and nation- Presentations include: ally important wildlife refuges at the 1. Monday, Jan. 11: Murray Hidle- Quill Lakes has been linked to agricul- baugh; Quantifying Carbon Sequestra- tural drainage. tion in Wetlands and the Impact from Despite the many economic and eco- Farmland Drainage logical benefits that wetlands provide, 2. Tuesday, Jan. 12: Fourth Vice- globally half of the world’s wetlands Chief, Heather Bear, Federation of have been lost and in some parts of Sas- Sovereign Indigenous Nations; The In- katchewan, as much as 90 per cent are digenous Views of Farmland Drainage already gone. Impacts. The loss continues as over 10,000 3. Wednesday, Jan. 13th: Trevor Her- acres of wetlands are drained annu- riot, Public Pastures – Public Interest; ally in Saskatchewan and converted to cropland, most without the required Bush, Sloughs, and Grass: Making Room approvals and permits from the Sas- for Wildness. ment Conference is planned and will drainage on Saskatchewan’s environ- katchewan Water Security Agency or 4. Thursday, Jan. 14: Dr. Kiel Drake, ment and highlight the need for regu- an Environmental Impact Assessment be held vitally this year. The second Prairies Director, Birds Canada; Biodi- from the Ministry of Environment. Sas- annual conference, held by the Citizens latory changes. Hundreds of farmers, versity Loss Due to Impacts of Agricul- katchewan is the only Prairie Province Environmental Alliance – Saskatch- ranchers, researchers, environmental- tural Wetland Drainage without a Wetland Conservation Policy. ewan (CEA), aims to expand their un- ists, and concerned citizens will be gath- 5. Friday, Jan 15: Dr. Jill A.E. Blak- ering to attend the virtual conference A Farmland Drainage and Environ- derstanding of the effects of farmland ley, Associate Professor, University of where the wetland drainage crisis will Saskatchewan; What Makes An Envi- be highlighted during the conference ronmental Effect Cumulative January 11 to 15. Contractors and Home Register at www.sierraclub.ca/en/ Heather Bear (Ochapowace), Fourth Vice-Chief, Federation of Sovereign In- farmland-drainage-conference digenous Nations will also present: The For more information or to register Directory Indigenous Views of Farmland Drainage contact: Jeff Olson, Conference Chair- Impacts as one of the webinars. person, Citizens Environmental Alli- CEA president Jeff Olson says: ance (Saskatchewan) cea.sask.2018@ “while farmland drainage has been used gmail.com or visit CEA’s Facebook as a tool to increase economic gains, it page at: www.facebook.com/Citi- J&V ELECTRIC has significant unregulated negative im- zensEnvironmental-Alliance-Saskatche- pacts on our communities, on our roads wan-487487245069414 Jamie Sebastian Owner/Journeyman TREE SERVICE Box 2388, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK S0G 1S0 [email protected] 306-331-8742 - 306-331-8732 3062I¿FH Fort Qu’Appelle, SK 306-331-8827 Cell www.whitingtreeservice.ca Serving Fort Qu’Appelle and area for over 25 years FlatLand Plumbing & Heating Smart decisions start 117 - 3rd Ave. West, Melville, SK 306-728-5493 with smart savings ,'#8!2&9@3<023>W Whitewood, SK. ,'9'8=-$'@3<;8<9;W Phone: 306-735-4328 ,'=!£<'@3<&'9'8='W Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. [email protected] Thurs. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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This is because a key fob works by sending membering to lock your car doors every time you leave door automobile and it is grey in colour. It is unknown a signal to the car to let the car know that you’re close your vehicle unattended may be a good one to add to the if this vehicle has a licence plate,” said RCMP officials. by - this is why most SUV trunks will open even if the top of the list. While Melville certainly couldn’t be con- “In another incident, a second vehicle was stolen from vehicle is locked, as long as somebody with the key fob sidered a hub for crime, there is a particular issue that is within range. It’s a useful feature with an arm full of keeps popping back up again like a groundhog looking a compound on Third Avenue West in Melville, SK. It is described as a 2004 Ford F350 SD Crew Cab pickup truck. grocery bags but it can also be helpful to those with less for a shadow – vehicle break ins. than ideal intentions. If a thief knows where your keys On Dec. 10, Melville RCMP got reports leading to the It is blue in colour, and has a Saskatchewan licence plate of 804LTF. It is believed that this second vehicle was are located and has a partner stand near that part of investigation of multiple vehicles that had been broken the house with an amplifier while they wait by the car stolen within the same time period as the first incident. into overnight within the city. Residents were asked to with a transmitter, the transmitter can unlock the car We believe that both of these incidents may be related.” check their video cameras at home and work, make note by mimicking the fob signal and ultimately trick the car While proximity sensors and key fobs are now the of anything suspicious and send it in to the police. A few into giving access to the robbers. Some car thieves are norm on most vehicles and generally provide two levels weeks later and once again, unrest on four wheels with so quick with this process that they can get access to the car in under a minute. Since many people leave their keys on a hook by the door, it takes the guesswork out of Letter to the Editor - Government overstepping our rights it for the criminals. Even though it’s always a good idea to be aware and be prepared to prevent vehicle break-ins, there’s some- Premier Moe, dian Charter of Rights and big-box stores. us to move on to a different thing to be said for removing the motive for the crime. As someone who has Freedoms. The hypocritical incon- party. It would obviously For that reason, the public is being reminded to not leave voted for the Saskatchewan It is appalling to hear sistencies in your policies be asinine to go back to any valuables inside their vehicles. the bad business practices Party for the last decade, I you will not allow small are overwhelming. You If you have information related to this advisory please of the New Democratic am writing this open letter gatherings on Christmas allowed anti-police pro- call 310-RCMP for immediate response, or you can call Party. But we now have a to you to voice my disdain Day. Moreover, raising the tests in the summer, but Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). and concern for how you fine to $7,500 during an eco- yet handed out substantial third option – the Buffalo have handled the COVID- nomic recession is nothing fines to people at a Regi- Party of Saskatchewan. 19 virus. short of a disgusting act. na-based pro-freedom rally I believe it is time to give I understand there needs What kind of a sick and in the winter. This is the them a hard look and con- to be precautions taken for twisted government threat- behaviour of a left-wing sider flipping to the Buffalo COVID-19. The data shows ens grandma and grandpa dictator – not a genuine Party. it is a serious virus for peo- with a fine that could conservative leader. - Kelly Friesen ple 70 and older as well as bankrupt them if they go From small business those with severe underly- see their grandchildren at owners to our youth, it is ing conditions. The data, Christmas time? clear the Sask Party has however, also shows it is no Furthermore, there has abandoned its supporters LANDFILL more serious than most flus been no common sense from this year. Therefore, I am )25748·$33(//( to those 30 and under and Day 1 with the Saskatche- calling all Saskatchewan We hope everyone had a wonderful :,17(5+2856 is predominately not lethal wan Party’s regulations. residents who identify as Holiday Season and we look forward to those under the age of 60. This past spring you al- conservative and/or stand • November 1 to April 30 • That being said, the lowed Costco and Walmart for the Canadian Charter Monday to Friday to seeing you in the summer of 2021 Saskatchewan Party’s to be jampacked with peo- of Rights to let the Sask 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. COVID-19 practices are an ple, but yet you wouldn’t let Party know you are not Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. From your friends at the overreach of power and a handful of people enter a happy with their poor lead- Closed Sunday and Statutory Holidays Minimum Load Charge is $10 overwhelmingly deny Sas- small business? It was a ership. We now Accept: FORT QU’APPELLE katchewan residents of the clear sign that you turned If the Sask Party contin- rights and freedoms prom- your back on small busi- ues to ignore its support- FARMERS’ MARKET ised to them in the Cana- nesses while catering to the ers, I believe it is time for Town of Fort Qu’Appelle 136 Boundary Ave. S. - P.O. 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Council Meeting Sidewalk Removal The next Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Council meetings will be held We ask for your assistance during the time snow removal is taking on: Thursday, January 14, and January 28, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. place that you have your vehicles removed from the streets. This will allow our staff to clear the snow from the streets to the best of their ability. Town Comment Sidewalk Snow Clearing 2020 is gone. Let’s forgive and forget what went on last year and start 2021 with vigour and enthusiasm. May this year be one of During the winter months, snow and ice on sidewalks can renewal, joy and hope! Happy New Year, everyone! seriously impair the ability of people to get around safely. For that reason, the Town asks owners or occupants of property to clear sidewalks of snow and ice to prevent injury or inconvenience to Fort Qu’Appelle Community pedestrians following a snowfall. Development Grant Upcoming Recycling Dates The Town will be accepting applications until Monday, February We hope to have the new schedules from Emterra by the end of 15, 2021. Application information and forms are available on the January. Town website: www.fortquappelle.com January 2021 — 26th and 27th February 2021 — 23rd and 24th

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I promised myself that my first editorial in the the vaccines will not be helpful for other strains or ing to avoid, or even what they don’t know and are new year would not be about the pandemic. But what whatever these new viruses may be. having to guess at, would this not be better than the else is there to comment about that is more news- We are months into a pandemic with no cer- feelings of frustration, loneliness, distrust and de- worthy. tain answers from the WHO and we will be several pression that climbs higher and higher each day in The pandemic has consumed our past year, and it months before we even see any real advancement or all of us? is still just as threatening as we enter the new year. any real hope of putting all of this behind us. People have been living in fear, separation and It has consumed our lives, our health, our economy, People are suffering from pandemic stress. Why with stresses never seen before. People are following our livelihoods, our politics and now after 10 months else would the number of politicians, who supposedly rules and regulations, are being judged by others for of world-changing events, we are still negotiating on have a greater insight into the country’s situation, their actions and to hear that this applies to only various things to end all of this disruption and pre- disregard their own rules imposed on the people and them and not the governing bodies who have made vent the continuation of the spread of the virus. Yes, travel to other countries for holidays? these decisions imposed on them, of course they are we are still negotiating to see if we can try to figure What’s the big deal some are saying? These poli- feeling they have been played by the politicians. out what caused the virus. ticians can follow regulations and isolate when they Why is this virus, that is worldwide so deadly to China has been reported as the site of origin of return. Not on my tax dollar! everyone that they have had to sacrifice family, jobs, COVID-19 and just this week, I was astounded to What we are feeling now from these incidents is finances and hope for their future, not that deadly to read that the World Health Organization and China the loss of trust for those very people that everyone the politicians who can travel to many various places are still negotiating when, where and how they can felt had been looking after our best interests by forc- in the world? do more to determine the cause, which undoubtedly ing us to stay home. We trusted their intentions but This recent poor judgement by several politicians would help to come to an answer on how to develop now we are questioning what their intentions really has made lots of people, myself included, wonder if something to bring it to an end. Ten months have are or were. the virus is the real threat to our society or if it is gone by – ten months of death and destruction to Possibly it is time for the government to come the politicians! many. How can one country hold the power to stop clean, drop their political ploys and give all the peo- What kind of a game are we, the world’s pawns in? investigation into the cause of a world pandemic? ple in this country a clear understanding of what is We are seeing immense changes in lifestyles, work Yes, we have been overwhelmed with the news happening, what the government really knows about environments, manufacturing and a push towards about the vaccine and pumped full of hope about the this pandemic and what their predictions are – and online and the world economics. We will soon be the end being in sight. On the other hand, we are being why they predict this. little machines that are being governed by the online slowly subjected to the reports of findings of a new While governments don’t want to create pandemic machines called world governance. Do we just have strain, or in some countries, several strains mutating panic, would some answers about what they know to wait and see who the governor will be? from COVID-19. Small hints are being dropped that that is the absolute truth, or what they are work- - Elaine Ashfield, Grasslands News We haven’t prepared for the COVID-19 By Murray Mandryk entire province of nearly 1.2 mil- Grasslands News lion people. As a result, many more are likely to get sick or even die as we await this to happen. The good news is that the light That the Saskatchewan Party at the end of tunnel in the COVID- government was making some 19 fight might be something more headway last week at getting the than the proverbial train. vaccines to northerners and front- As of the writing of this column, line health care workers is obvi- the province had issued 4,254 doses ously a positive. It’s critical to first of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine — address those most at risk. And far less than it hoped and far below the one thing this virus as surely the pace needed to meet the stated taught us by now is those most at goal of vaccinating 10,725 people risk are those who come into close each and every week. contacts and those cloistered to- Clearly, things aren’t going as gether in remote, small communi- well as hoped and it’s largely be- ties. cause only a fraction of the doses al- But by now, it should have also lotted to Saskatchewan have made taught us to be both more prepared their way into people’s arms. It’s and more vigilant than we have also because the overall dosage to been. And it’s here where Premier Saskatchewan hasn’t been enough. Scott Moe’s government has been As of Jan. 5, Saskatchewan had falling short. received 13,675 COVID-19 vaccines The Saskatchewan Premier and rival of an effective vaccine. private nursing homes, we haven’t done our in total, including 8,775 from Pfizer/ other Premiers across the country But preparedness has never been exactly utmost. We did what seemed most cost-effi- BioNTech and 4,900 from Moderna do have a right to be frustrated by the strength of governments. This pandemic cient and affordable and we now may be pay- that the province aims to distribute the federal Liberal government’s has surely reminded us of that. ing a price for it. in the north. inability to get the vaccines in the For example, where a vast disproportion At best of times, governments tend to get That translates into only 31.1 per hands of the province quicker. That of deaths have occurred is in personal care distracted — sometimes simply by their own cent of the vaccines actually admin- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau homes — something that many chalk up to rules they choose not to follow. istered, leaving 68.9 per cent to lan- complains about also being “frus- the reality of housing elderly people with un- This was the case in the recent rash of guish in the freezers. trated” by the vaccine rollout derlying health conditions. resignations across the country — including There is some progress being largely points to the reality that no But unless you’re, sadly, of the mind that that of former highways minister Joe Har- made at getting that Moderna one properly prepared for what we we shouldn’t be doing our utmost to protect grave — for flouting strong government rec- vaccine that doesn’t require mi- faced. the elderly and vulnerable, what this COVID- ommendations that advised everyone else to nus-80-degree storage to the north. Really, there was no particular 19 has done is underscore our past failings. stay home at Christmas. But with only 150 to maybe 240 reason why we didn’t have a better For a decade now, we’ve been all too Good governance is all about focussing vaccines being administered each distribution plan in place — espe- aware that crowded senior homes were rec- on what needs to be done. day, it is going to take a ridicu- cially given that we had months to ipe for disaster for our most vulnerable. Moe’s Sask. Party government needs to lously long time to immunize an devise one as we awaited the ar- But especially when it comes to the city, get back to that.

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By Elaine Ashfield really ugly in parts of Canada and are going to get contacts are limited due to restrictions. Grasslands News worse before they get better. He pointed out that cer- Dr. Dennis Kendel, former president of the medical tain socio-economic inequalities prevent some from staff at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, of the Sas- adhering to virus restrictions. katchewan Medical Association and of the Medical On the first day of 2021 there were 99,559 people in “We still know that there’s essential workers going Council of Canada feels Saskatchewan’s health care Canada who had received the first shot of the vaccine to essential jobs. We know some people are going to recently developed for COVID-19. work sick because they don’t have the capacity to stay system will still need to adapt to be able to handle the The heath authori- future. ties, government and “I do think the media portrayed that our system a highly positive out- look to putting the is going to go pandemic behind us. Over 38 million Canadians will require through a period This will not happen of challenge to ac- overnight. People two injections of the vaccine 21 days apart. tually adjust to what we might consider the new nor- need to be aware that there are over 38 million people This includes approximately 1,182,000 people in Saskatchewan mal,” he told Global News. The Saskatchewan Health in Canada alone requiring the vaccine that is 2 doses Authority needs to focus on delivering service to peo- given 21 days apart. On January 1, 2021, the 99,559 peo- at home or paid sick leave. We know that there’s still a ple where and when they need it – and that the health ple who had been vaccinated were only approximately lot of sadly, inequities that are driving these numbers authority should continue looking into online medical .0026 per cent of Canada’s population who had received and quite frankly, those haven’t been fully addressed,” care, Kendel stated. the first dose. Bogoch said. On January 3, 2021, Saskatchewan reported 3,866 Dr. Zain Chagla, an infectious disease physician in “Obviously, there’s some services you have to be persons vaccinated. The population of Saskatchewan Hamilton, ON., is hoping the lockdown measures will physically present to receive. But if you continue a lot is approximately 1,182,000 people. This shows approx- help keep transmissions low but feels “only time will of services virtually, that may increase our efficiency,” imately .0032 per cent of the people in the province tell.” he said. have received the first dose of the vaccine. Predictions are that January and February will be The upcoming need for care required by ‘ba- This COVID-19 pandemic is with us for a while and rather bumpy months for numbers of cases. This may by-boomers’ and the lingering affects from COVID-19 some of the after affects created may be with us much mean that Saskatchewan, who has had 434,157 COVID- are threatening to be a challenge to the health care longer. Canada passed 600,000 cases on Sunday, Jan. 19 tests done (roughly 35 percent of the population) by 3, with health experts predicting rising case numbers Jan. 3rd, will also see numbers rise but Chagla also ex- system in the months and years to come. The vaccine, due to gatherings over Christmas and the holidays. plained that holiday gatherings won’t lead to as wide hopefully is a start to the end of the pandemic trans- Infectious disease expert Dr. Isaac Bogoch told CTV spread community transmission as there’s not a lot of mission, just as the lockdown measures at present are. 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By Emily Jane Fulford Ottenbreit Sanitation Services to work school. had just passed and rumors flew around Grasslands News picking up curbside recycling, that all Class of 2020 graduates in the city that there might be another on the way. changed and residents were able to once were among the only senior year stu- With many having little to do but keep again do their part for the environment dents not to have a convocation but that eyes glued to the television sets, a year 2020 is over and it’s probably safe to the way many areas were able to 20 didn’t stop local parents and the city which started out with an impeachment assume that many are happy to see it in years ago, and put a recycle bin out by from coming together to put on a grad pa- across the border ended with a pro- the rear-view mirror, but it was also a the curb. Not only that, rade including vincial and municipal election close to strong year for Melville. the service actually a number of home which got almost everybody into The year started out strong for the reduced what floats. Stu- the democratic spirit. In Melville-Salt- city with the 2020 Men’s and Women’s residents dents put coats, MLA, Warren Kaeding won for Provincial Curling Championships (Vit- were on their the Sask Party in the provincial election erra Scotties and SaskTel Tankard) giv- pay- long and a few short weeks later, Mayor Wal- ing the region what would end up being ing ter Streelasky was re-elected to serve a much-needed economic boost. With a the city of Melville for another term. pandemic gearing up on the other side of When the end of 2020 was just in the world, destined to make its way into sight, the neighboring province of every facet of the global economy includ- Manitoba decided it would be a good ing this one, having hotels booked solid idea to dictate what residents were and restaurants overflowing was as good allowed to purchase at stores and timing as it would ever get. have the government select a list of The Melville and District items deemed “essential.” With a Food Bank got a new home few weeks left before Christmas, in 2020 and came up with Manitobans hit the highway and an innovative approach to flooded parking lots of stores running such a facility. The across the Parkland. While grocery-store-like setting was a mile- it’s impossible to know for stone in how food banks operate, offering Matt Dunstone and Robyn Silvernagle claim provincial curling victories. sure how much this helped a way for individuals as well as families the local economy in Mel- to receive desperately needed essentials for waste management yearly on their awaited prom dresses and suits and hit ville, there is a very good chance that it without having to deal with the limita- tax bill - it was a small amount but the road, celebrating throughout the city did, as the city is a stone’s throw away tions and judgment that food banks in worth a lot when considering the posi- and dancing to the music on the back of from Brandon, Manitoba. larger centres often put people though. tive impact on the environment and the the flatbed. There’s no denying that 2020 was a If anybody doubted the importance of value of one’s time. A Melville park made headlines this tough way to start a decade, it managed making sure everybody had access to While a neighboring community to last spring after being officially named to make Y2K look like even more of a the basics, 2020 was an eye opener and the north-east with roughly three times after it’s long running and dedicated joke now than it did 20 years ago. More an equalizer with the pandemic offering the population of Melville and higher caretaker, Norm Konechny who was importantly, the pandemic served as insight into just how thin the line can be taxes struggled with road safety to a celebrated for his 50 years of service to a device of transparency, outing some between wealth and poverty. Anybody point where local residents were mak- the Melville Fire Department. The ded- flaws in humanity while, at the same who found themselves on the wrong side ing their own speed warning signs out ication came with a beautiful plaque at time, removing all doubt as to who the of that line due to COVID-19 was far bet- of craft cardboard, The City of Melville the park telling the story of its history good neighbors were. Every community ter off in Melville than most places in installed speed warning signs with and Norm’s involvement in maintaining in the world now has a firm grasp of the country this year. digital radar to show drivers how fast the setting for all to enjoy. who steps up to the challenge when the Recycling just got easier. At the be- they’re going. While there was some 2020 was not only a year known for going gets tough, who made life just ginning of the year, in order to recycle, controversy surrounding the fact that toilet paper, face masks and a myriad a little easier, a little happier, a little residents had to separate their recy- school was cancelled due to COVID-19, of bizarre and ever-changing rules and kinder to those around them in times clables into an array of compartments, the signs were approved to ensure safety regulations, some legal, some not, it was of great strife. Perhaps that is the irony drive down to First Avenue. Then came around parks and school zones prior to also a year of politics, dazzling spectacu- that defined the year of the number syn- the sorting; tins in one, plastic in an- the pandemic making national news. It lar politics. A federal election in Canada onymous with clear vision. other, then cardboard and glass. 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The Washington Post reported that the “draft language of the emergency coronavirus relief package includes a tax break for corporate meal expenses.” Janice Hough says the menu at Trump Hotel DC shows that steaks start at $55, salads $20 and up, even French fries at $13. “And Donald insisted on business Santa parade in Whitewood ELAINEASHFIELD| GRASSLANDS NEWS deductibility of meals. Four Ryan Dale, director of recreation in Whitewood, rides along with Santa as they toured the town to people having one dinner w/ greet the children and families on Dec. 20. The parade was an outstanding success with several out wine or drinks could easily hit the $600 Americans will ÁRDWVDQGJURXSVMRLQLQJWKDWEURXJKWDQDEXQGDQFHRI&KULVWPDVFKHHUWRWKHFRPPXQLW\ receive in COVID relief.” Meanwhile, we all know how much booze adds to a restaurant tab, but “three martinis for two Greenhouses prepare for a record season people at Trump’s DC hotel are $100 and that’s before the $55 and up steaks. But hey, if you think allowing that deduction is By Alan Hustak and distributed also suggests that Canadians have more important than a bigger stimulus check & Grasslands News changed their shopping habits, have become more se- aid to states, keep right on voting Republican.” lective in what they buy, and have turned to shopping In Hackensack, NJ, in 2019, board of education on line, which has become more popular as consumers More people in the country, including Saskatche- member Frances Cogelja said it was “repugnant” buy more foodstuffs in bulk. wan, took up gardening for the first time in 2020. to require schools to teach students LGBT history. Market gardens and greenhouses also recorded in- According to a survey conducted by Dalhousie Uni- Apparently, hundreds of parents and even some creased sales of local produce last year. versity, 67 per cent of those who grew officials sought her resignation, but she wouldn’t The report found that 50 per cent of their own “pandemic gardens” did so quit. It’s no surprise that 2020 was different. In a the respondents grew at least one veg- because they were “anxious and really Zoom call with almost 150 people, Cogelja, didn’t etable, and of those, one in five planted wanted to take control of their own realize her laptop’s camera was still streaming. a garden for the first time, even if it food supply chain,” according to Lisa She took it to the bathroom while she peed. This just meant growing a tomato plant on Mullins, who co-authored the report. scandal immediately brought her resignation. their balconies. The reports suggests that municipal Trust Santa and some elves to stop some alleged The largest number of first time gar- governments should take the initiative holiday thievery. In this case, those Christmas deners was in the Maritime provinces to either build or promote awareness figures were actually undercover cops. In video where 23 per cent said they began gar- of community gardens as they once did surveillance on Dec. 10, Santa Claus can be seen dening for the first time. In Saskatch- during the Second World War when so taking down a suspect while an elf has another ewan that number was up by about 10 called “victory gardens” were encour- down via gunpoint. The incident took place at a per cent. aged. Target in the Canyon Springs Shopping Center in In Melfort, for example, communi- Rising food prices appear to be a Riverside, Calif, when the undercover cops hunted ties in bloom rented all its spaces in concern among home food producers some suspected shoplifters. Det. Paul Miranda said a community garden, and Nipawin who expect they will have to pay more the two suspects who were nabbed were “apolo- started their own “veggie patch” in for groceries this year. Four out of five shoppers say getic and Santa is currently deciding whether they co-operation with the town’s parks department. they are wary of buying imported vegetables and are should stay on the naughty list.” Dorothy von Falkenhausen, who has been garden- willing to pay a little extra for produce if it is grown Despite what all the Facebook medical experts ing for more than half a century, says she’s already locally. will argue, Sweden’s king thinks his nation’s rel- preparing her greenhouses in Fort Qu’Appelle for The university survey, which is designed to antici- atively lax approach to COVID has backfired. In this year’s season. “We’re ordering more plants, more pate the future of how fruits and vegetables are grown a year-end assessment, Carl XVI Gustaf reports seeds, lots more of everything to meet the demand.” that Sweden, with almost 400,000 cases and 8,300 deaths, has fared worse than its Scandina- vian neighbors. The vast majority of those deaths Resolutions we can work toward for 2021 have been among people 70 and older. During the pandemic, Sweden has not mandated lockdowns, masks, or social distancing, relying instead on By Alan Hustak beautiful music whether we sing on or off key. people’s common sense and civic duty. “We have a Grasslands News It will be the year we will enjoy long walks in the large number who have died, and that is terrible,” rain. says the 74-year-old king. It will be the year we will be happy to be at the The US death toll from the coronavirus topped Everyone makes new year’s resolutions. Here are a beach. few you can actually keep: 300,000, just as the vaccines were starting to be It will be a year we will buy a book for the sheer distributed. The number of dead rivals the popu- 2021 will be the year we go back to having fun. pleasure of reading. lation of St. Louis or Pittsburgh. It is equivalent It will be the year we will laugh more. It will be a year that we are generous to each other. to repeating a tragedy on the scale of Hurricane It will be the year we shed our masks. And kind. Katrina every day for more than five months. It It will be the year we will try not to make a face. It is a year we will dance again. is more than five times the number of Americans It will be the year we follow advice. It is a year in which we will celebrate another killed in the Vietnam War. It is equal to a 9/11 It will be the year we exchange hugs again. And birthday. attack every day for more than 100 days. “The maybe even kiss. It will be the year we consider consequences. numbers are staggering—the most impactful respi- It will be the year we make art, write letters and It will be a year unlike any other, the year in which ratory pandemic that we have experienced in over take pictures. we will be happy standing still. 102 years, since the iconic 1918 Spanish flu,” said It will be the year we will sing together and make It won’t seem to be a year as long as 2020. Dr. Anthony Fauci. I have not been kind to Donald Trump in this corner, but if he had anything to do with four new Arab-Israeli agreements, he deserves some credit. RE-OPENED Recently, Israel and Morocco have agreed to nor- Melville Community Works TO THE PUBLIC! malize relations, restoring diplomatic relations, in- • Thrift Shop open - Tuesday and Thursday 12 - 4 p.m. cluding the immediate reopening of liaison offices in Tel Aviv and Rabat and the eventual opening • Gift Shop open - Tuesday and Thursday 1 - 3 p.m. of embassies. 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The Moon is a slight crescent on the morning of The Moon begins the Jan. 11, with Venus just 1.5 year just past full phase. The next significant event degrees to the east. is on Jan. 11th, when Mars is high in the sky Venus is just 1.5 degrees at sunset, cruising slowly north of Luna. On Jan. eastward among the stars of 13th, Jupiter is snuggled up Pisces and Aries, just to the close at three degrees north, but Mercury west of Orion and Taurus. On the 21st, on Jan. 14th is even closer at two degrees Uranus joins up with the Red Planet, away – could be a three-body photo event. only 1.7 degrees away, and the Moon 5 Jan. 21st brings another three-body pho- degrees to the east. to-op with Mars and Uranus at five and Jupiter and Saturn begin the year in three degrees north, respectively. On Jan. the early evening sky, having just passed 25th, the Moon is 0.3 degrees north of the an exceptionally closed conjunction. As cluster known as M35. The Moon is full on January progresses, Jupiter pulls away Jan. 28. from the Ringed Planet, but we on Earth Mercury is 1.7 degrees south of Saturn pull away even more quickly, leaving both on Jan. 9. This is one day before another Jupiter and Saturn to be swallowed up in CHRIS ASHFIELD | GRASLANDS NEWS Snow removal three-body grouping of Jupiter, Saturn, WKH6XQ·VJODUH6DWXUQILUVWWKH-XSLWHU$ Melville city crews continued to clear streets from the snowfall before and Mercury. The threesome are within a tough sighting will be on Jan. 10 as men- New Years and on Wednesday were removing truck loads of the white tight 2.3-degree circle–another photo-op, tioned above in Mercury, when the three although it is an early evening event, close stuff on Queen Street. bodies form a tight circle. On Jan. 13, to the horizon. Jan. 11 brings another Jupiter is 3 degrees north of the Moon. close pairing when Mercury is 1.5 degrees Uranus is among the stars of Aries southeast of Jupiter, still in the early eve- throughout the year. Mars is a useful guide ning. The speedy planet climbs the ecliptic, to detect Uranus, and, in fact, the two Touring singer looks on the getting higher each afternoon as it rounds planets are in close proximity on Jan. 21. from behind the Sun, until reaching great- Neptune is found with optical aid in the est elongation east (GEE) on Jan. 23. constellation Aquarius, where it will reside Venus presents a tough southeastern in all of 2021. sighting, since the winter morning ecliptic The QuadrantidPHWHRUVKLWVLW·VSHDN positive aspect of pandemic is nearly parallel to the horizon, so the on Jan. 3. By Alan Hustak my “Pandemic Piano Backyard Tour” in Grasslands News places like Eyebrow, Nipawin, Regina and Langham. Over 4,500 vaccines delivered to date “Post show chit-chat allowed folks to Saskatchewan’s touring singer Jeff talk about “what they’d unexpectedly As of Jan. 6, a total of 439,515 COVID-19 tests Saskatchewan’s per cap- Straker says that without their realiz- felt.” During the show, lots of them had 4,524 doses of COVID-19 have been processed in ita rate was 261,545 people ing it, the COVID-19 pandemic has given feelings they’d not had in months. Feel- vaccine have been ad- Saskatchewan. As of Jan- tested per million popula- audiences a new appreciation of live ings that they got from live music but ministered in Saskatche- uary 4, 2021 when other tion. The national rate music. had kind of forgotten about since the wan. This includes 2,069 provincial and national was 377,252 people tested He was in a backyard in Saskatoon, cancellation of concerts. And when they Pfizer doses in the Regina numbers were available, per million population. singing some of his songs and playing felt them again, it all came pouring out pilot program, 2,407 Pfizer his portable digital piano. His side- of them in tears. To me this was some- doses in Saskatoon, and 48 kick Kris was playing some great gui- thing simply beautiful.” Moderna doses in the Far Planning on Selling tar accompaniment. About 40 people “One of the ingredients to make my North East and Far North were seated in front of them listening work possible, is a gathering of people Central zones. Some Equipment or intently, spaced six feet apart. The sum- in an audience. But the way that we col- Residents currently eli- mer evening breeze was warm. Every- lectively decided to “manage” COVID gible under the vaccination having a Farm Auction? thing was perfect and fairly “normal” as was to restrict gatherings to prevent prioritization schedule far as backyard shows go. viral spread. As weird as it was to not (health care workers, long Need an apprasial What was different, he says was that be able to get together with others, peo- term care and personal he noticed several people crying; tears ple kind of started getting used to it. We care home residents) will on assets? running down their faces as they lis- did more things at home, we saw fewer be contacted by immuniza- tened. “We were in the middle of the people, we spent less, we saved more. tion clinic teams with de- Give our COVID-19 pandemic that had tipped We experienced less. Large concerts and tails about clinic locations Sales Manager, the world onto some sort of off-kilter festivals got cancelled and most people and requirements when axis and no one knew how to right it. experienced no live music. Without re- they are able to receive Trent Guenther, In this moment of sharing live music, ally knowing it, some of us lost track the vaccine. The way a call today people were really emotional. I’d seen of what live music — experienced with people are contacted may this happen at several shows I’d done on others — does for the soul.” vary by community, with 1-306-621-4739 more details to come. The Government of Saskatch- ewan will alert additional priority groups when they are eligible to receive vac- Lic 325025 cine as allotments permit, www.yacauctions.com 9-26c - Odd according to the priority sequence. As of Jan. 6, the provincial total of confirmed cases are 16,804 cases. A total of 13,737 individuals have recovered and 2,893 cases are considered active. One hundred and sev- enty-two people are in hospital. One hundred and forty-three people are PERSONAL CARE HOME receiving inpatient care in the following zones: Far North West (1); Far North Private bedrooms/bathrooms Central (1), Far North East (1); North West (6); North for Singles and Couples. Central (28); North East (3); Saskatoon (37); Central Virtual tours provided during COVID-19. 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The decision is not an easy one for council to make but in the end, will Melville will make curling history beginning this likely benefit the community. Friday when the city hosts both the Women’s & City of Melville council met Jan. 6 “I’m very conflicted with respect to Men’s Provincial Championship events at the same with two predominant discussion points the information that we have here and venue in consecutive weeks. taking on the bulk of the evening’s the decisions that we have to make. You Both the Viterra Scotties Women’s Provincial meeting; some promising new plans for know, for years we’ve worked at things Championship and the SaskTel Men’s Tankard will waste disposal in 2020 and a building promoting local businesses and so on be taking place at the Horizon Credit Union Centre and zoning conundrum involving a new and we try to do grants, building grants beginning on Friday. The women’s Scotties will be fitness facility. etcetera, etcetera to promote local. But held from Jan. 24 to Jan. 28 with the men’s Tankard A newly proposed plan for waste man- then again when we go to the second following on Jan. 29 and running until Feb. 2. agement will not only include curb side graph, the second page of the infor- This is not the first time Melville has held either bi-weekly recycling pick-up; a service mation provided there’s just one huge of the provincial curling events as they hosted many hope will reduce landfill waste, difference, one great difference with the SaskTel Tankard back in 2015 and the Viterra but also will show a decrease in the cost respect that we would have to lean on Scotties Tournament of Hearts in 2017. of monthly utilities, locked in for a ten our citizens. We have 1,850 homes and Melville’s mayor Walter Streelasky says the year contract. City council has recom- upcoming 10-days will be great for Melville and great we would be putting this price increase mended a new contract with Yorkton’s for curling and that there is much excitement being on their backs and to me it just does Ottenbreit Sanitation Services (OSS). generated by such a huge curling event being hosted not make sense,” said Mayor Walter The recommendation comes after pro- here. He went on to say that he is glad to see the city Streelasky. posals showed a difference in monthly be a provincial leader by being the first to have both If council officially approves the costs too sizable to ignore. If the city the men’s and women’s provincial finals at once. proposed plan by OSS, it will be im- were to continue working with its cur- “It is just amazing what’s happening here. I plemented later in the year and the de- rent provider, the per-household cost think we’re going to put on a terrific show with the creased cost to Melville homeowners is CHRIS ASHFIELD | MELVILLE ADVANCE for the service would be over $17 per talent of the curlers and with our facilities,” said Off to the Scotties Tournament of Hearts likely to begin reflecting on utility bills month. OSS has proposed a charge of $8 Streelasky. “Everyone is so excited and so enthusiast. The North Battleford team of (l-r) Robyn Silvernagle (skip), Stefanie Lawton (third), Jesse Hunkin (second), Kara Thevenot (lead) and Lesley McEwan (coach) by fall of 2020. EMILY JANE FULFORD | MELVILLE ADVANCE for the same service; a cost difference Lip dub organizing committee My hope is that this energy will transform to our ZRQWKH9LWHUUD6FRWWLHVZRPHQ·VSURYLQFLDOFXUOLQJFKDPSLRQVKLSWKDWZDVKHOGLQ0HOYLOOHRQ-DQWR6LOYHUQDJOHZKRZDVWKHGHIHQGLQJFKDPSLRQ of over $200,000 per year for the city. 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The group is comprised of Kylie Severson and Maj Samboa (seated), standing, from left, are, Jenna-Marie Kresowaty (holding speakers), Marie Stil- EMILY JANE FULFORD | MELVILLE ADVANCE changes in the upcoming plan for land- with regards to a newly proposed busi- bring the event to Melville and who have stepped up Preparing the ice Animal Health Centre of Melville veterinarian, Dr. Brittany Johnsgaard born, Jaden Croswell, Ryan Campbell, Kelsey Shiels, Anteneh Miller, Steven Klus, Don Coleman, Laura Glasser and Olivia Wihak. fill services, the changes are expected to ness. Anytime Fitness, a 24-hour gym, is to help and volunteer both leading up to the event The Horizon Credit Union Centre is in the process of a conversion for the upcoming curling tournaments. lower monthly bills by up to $7.50 per looking to construct a 6,000 square foot shares some tips and tricks for people considering adopting a new pet. and during the event itself. He said he is grateful for Cory Stoll, Jayson Braatem and James Gordon put down layers of water that will be the surface for the everyone who has made this event happen. month. The only downside; the service facility on Seventh Avenue West. See story on page 2 provincial Viterra Scotties and SaskTel Tankard being held in Melville Jan. 24 to Feb. 2. would no longer be provided by Better -SEE COUNCIL SELECTS, 2 “I commend the curling organization, Larry Petersen, Larry Kreklewich, their staff and the Team Silvernagle winsns VViterraiterra ScottiesScottie Lip dub video celebrates 10 years at MCS executive who have all worked so hard and who sought this competition. And people like Ashley By Chris Ashfield in the final. scored four in the fourth,urth, an “It’s pprettyretty sweet ananyy Howard from CurlSask who recognized the potential Melville fire department responds to early morning fire By Emily Jane Fulford Communications teacher Don whatnot” explains Jenna-Marie takes more than a day. It’s a process Grasslands News The Silvernagle team earned end which the skip describedescribed time you get to represent of what this community could do and recognized the Coleman. Kresowaty. “The whole school involving a lot of people, a lot of work a spot in the final after beating as the turning point inin the your provprovinceince anand,d, curcurlinglin Grasslands News potential of how this community can draw fans,” said Lip dub is a style of is involved. So all the students and quite a bit of planning. Council in favour of using OSS Saskatoon’s Ashley Howard 7-6 game. Anderson respondedponded iinn SasSaskatchewankatchewan – you’re gin was in the master bedroom, which Streelesky. Robyn Silvernagle will once By Emily Jane Fulford music video in which audio are involved but we have “I don’t know how many students Monday night. Down 5-2 after with one in the fifth but representrepresentinging everyone nonot Grasslands News was where the individual was found. Melville Comprehensive School The 12 women’s team competing in Melville again represent Saskatchewan dubbing and lip synching things where it’s the main we have exactly but we have quite a to ban the use of plastic grocery bags. Among these the sixth end, Silvernagle came Silvernagle added singlesngles jjustust yyourour team so iit’st’s pprettyre We don’t have the final word in regards (MCS) will be launching their 10th this year are defending champion Team Robyn By Emily Jane Fulford at the Scotties Tournament are used to show a group people that dance right in few... to prepare it took maybe a couple countries: Romania, Samoa, Barbados and China, who back to win by scoring two in in both the seventh andand spspecial,”ecial,” said SilvernaSilvernagle.g to what the actual cause of death was; annual lip dub music video this year. Silvernagle (North Battleford) along with Team Grasslands News of Hearts after her foursome On Saturday Jan. 4, 2020 at approx- of individuals perform- front of the camera itself. months. It’s kind of slow at first and ironically is the largest exporter of plastic products the seventh, one in the eighth eighth ends. Andersonon WWhenhen asked how sshe whether it was fire related, medically It will include a special tribute to the Sherry Anderson (Saskatoon), Team Amber Holland beat the Sherry Anderson team imately 1:15 a.m., the Melville Fire Re- ing. They involve filming We have it so that any stu- then it always get super rushed at the world-wide. It is not know whether a ban will simply and two more in the 10th while managed to close the iiss ppreparingreparing diffedifferentlyr related or something like that but at start of the tradition a decade ago. (Regina), Team Michelle Englot (Regina), Team Melville City Council met Monday night where to win the Viterra Scotties sponse team were dispatched after a multiple groups of people dents can sign up if they end.” drive up the sale of plastic kitchen garbage bags, an holding Howard off to just one gap on the scoreboardd bbyy mmentallyentally this yearye “I was teaching the communication Lorraine Schneider (Regina), Team Penny Barker the first topic on the agenda was waste management. Women’s Provincial curling report came in of an alarm to dispatch this point in time there’s nothing suspi- lip synching while listen- want.” This year’s lip dub video will show- outcome that is yet to be determined. point in the ninth. counting two in the ninthninth media class and just always looking for (Moose Jaw), Team Kristen Streifel (Swift Current), Council members agreed, when it comes to garbage, championship in Melville on going into this units to 358 - Sixth Avenue East. cious, the fire was accidental,” explains ing to a song. The original The projects are im- case “High Hopes” by Panic At The To reduce the number of plastic bags ending up in Anderson advanced to but Silvernagle drew in different ideas. I saw one of these vid- Team Ashley Howard (Saskatoon), Team Jana things need a change. With a proposal presented at the Jan. 28. year’s ScottScottiesie RCMP arrived on scene, shortly after, Tyrone Mogenson, Protective Services & soundtrack is then dubbed pressive feats of coordina- Disco, “The Git Up” by Blinco Brown landfills, a number of stores who already charge for Tuesday’s final with a 7-5 with her final rock inn eos on the internet and just thought it Tisdale (Saskatoon), Team Shalon Fleming (Regina), last council meeting showing the city will save over Silvernagle, who curls Tournament to find the house fully engulfed in flames Project Manager for the City of Melville. over the final video and syn- tion, involving a massive as well as a special tribute blast-from- single use bags are also considering the option of rais- semi-final win over Saskatoon’s the 10th to score two,, sounded like fun and asked some of the Team Mandy Selzer (Regina), Team Rae-Ann $200,000 per year, a unanimous decision was made in out of North Battleford with ooff HeartHeart,, sshe and firefighters working to extinguish The Saskatchewan Coroners Service chronised. amount of planning, cho- the-past tribute to Trooper “The Boys Williamson (Regina). ing the price of them. On average, it currently costs Ashley Howard. Anderson winning the game 8-5.5. teachers what they thought of it and favour of signing an agreement with Ottenbreit Sani- third Stefanie Lawton, second said “T“Theh BACKMAN the flames. has ordered a forensic autopsy. At MCS, the students will reography and rehearsals. In The Bright White Sports Car” to The opening draw for the women’s Scotties will five cents for a plastic grocery bag at most local super- scored two in the eighth to tie Speaking to reportersters they were enthused... then I asked my tation Services (OSS). Once implemented, Melville res- Jessie Hunkin and lead Kara exexperienceperien When it was safe for emergency per- Melville RCMP continues to investi- be putting together a special Lip dub could be considered one honor the first video done in 2010. be Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. with the opening ceremonies markets in Canada. By comparison, a box of similarly the game 5-5 and then stole one after the final game, class if they wanted to take it on and idents are expected to see a decrease on their utility will helhelp.”p sonnel to enter the residence, a body, gate with the assistance of the Saskatch- tribute this year, honoring the ten year of the most difficult music video styles A link for this year’s will be avail- following at 6 p.m. The final draw of the tournament sized kitchen garbage bags at a popular Canadian re- Thevenot, defeated Anderson in the ninth and another in the Silvernagle said that they thought it would be fun. Every bills by the fall of 2020. ewan Coroners Service and a Provincial anniversary of the program. to accomplish due to the fact that they able at www.mcs.gssd.ca when the tail outlet sells for $6.66, taxes in, for a box of 52; a per 8-5 in the final game to earn 10th end to ice the match. winning again this later identified as 71 year old, Eric Back- year it’s been kind of the same dis- will take place Jan. 28 at 2:30 p.m. -SEE TEAMT Fire Scene Examiner. “All the students like to show off often require a very dedicated group video is completed. The 16 men’s team competing this year are bag cost of roughly 13 cents. her second consecutive Viterra In Tuesday’s final match year holds just as SILVERNAGLE,SILVERN EMILY JANE FULFORD | MELVILLE ADVANCE man, was located inside. cussion of asking if they want to do it Grocery bags their school, so it’s a tour of the school effort. Previsous MCS lip dub videos can When it comes to single use plastic bags, City of Scotties title. This is also the between the two rival skips, much meaning for +RXVHÀUH “The cause itself was determined to A service will be held for Eric Back- again and every year the students have returning 2019 champions Team Kirk Muyres Also on the agenda was the topic of single use 11 and they show their spirit and we As Jenna explains, creating a lip be seen on YouTube search for “MCS Melville Mayor Walter Streelasky has proposed a third year in a row Silvernagle Anderson was leading 2-1 after her as it did last ,QYHVWLJDWLRQFRQWLQXHVLQWRDIDWDOKRXVHÀUHDW6L[WK$YH(DVWLQ0HOYLOOH be accidental incendiary of personal man at Matthew’s Funeral Home on been enthusiastic about doing it” said (Saskatoon) along with Team Matt Dunstone (Regina), plastic bags. Council was presented information that on Jan. 4 that claimed the life of Eric Backman. smoking materials. 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Grasslands News After City Council ap- By Emily Jane Fulford proved a switch over to Grasslands News Ottenbreit Sanitation Ser- A year into China’s vices (OSS) earlier this decision to no longer ac- year, a contract aimed at Last week marked the tenth anniversary of the cept recycling from other reducing costs to home- fire that ended the legacy of the historic King George nations and the world is owners in the city and Hotel which had stood for just over a hundred years. still scrambling to figure encouraging recycling, The building burned down February 17, 2010 after a out how to deal with the questions were raised kitchen fire got out of control and was later discov- waste which was, up until as to how it might affect ered to be an act of arson when 63-year-old Roland St. recently, somebody else’s the local job market. As Amand, a resident at the hotel, turned himself into problem. usual, environmental and police. Luckily, nobody was killed in the blaze. The issue began just economic issues attend- Like many of the hotels in Melville today, The over a year ago. In Jan- ing the same dinner party King George, then called The Windsor Hotel, was a uary of 2018, China’s is sure to spark a debate. semi permanent residence to many railway workers National Sword Policy When the Council who lived there day to day. The hotel was a home banned the import of met again on February away from home as they transitioned into new jobs. most plastics. The deci- 10th to discuss the 2020 Just as local hotels and motels of today offer a place sion created chaos around budget, a representative for CN workers to start out in the city, the hotel was the globe, as the Chinese from Better Call Clean- ideally located on Main street, walking distance from recycling plants had ing (BCC), Melville’s the rail yard. Dunstone top Sasktel Tankard team been, for nearly current waste ser- By 1919 The Windsor was officially re-branded 25 years, the vice provider, as The King George and it became apparent that a main importer appeared before makeover was in order. On May 21, 1921 the renova- FILE PHOTO | MELVILLE ADVANCE there to accomplish. with what we were doing.” another difficult draw but had to play three consecutive MICHELLE WALZ | MELVILLE ADVANCE By Chris Ashfield of reusable tions were given credit in the form of a large story .LQJ*HRUJHÀUH “I was really excited but The game between Dunstone another deuce put Dunstone must-win games leading up to /RFDOSDUNQDPHGDIWHUÀUHÀJKWHU the Council Grasslands News waste. Once done by the Regina Leader Post which commended 7KHODQGVFDSHRIGRZQWRZQ0HOYLOOHZDVIRUHYHUFKDQJHGIROORZLQJDQDUVRQÀUHRQ)HEWKDW I had to take a moment to and Muyres’ Saskatoon rink up 4-2 in the ninth heading the final. 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But in get enough rocks to stay in “To be honest, this is the the matter. Landscape and wildlife photographer Christine Herman has been capturing stunning images of the on Sunday in Melville after was saying “no whole new meaning as King George the VI and that moment might have the fourth, Dunstone took a 2-1 the house to force an extra or most sore I have ever been. Among the parkland region for the last decade. Her amazing shots have won many competitions over the years his team of third Braeden more” and the Queen Elizabeth announced plans to stop by the city gotten in the way with that. lead off a hit for two. Muyres a win and the game was done We’ve played 50 ends in a reasons pro- and have appeared in multiple calendars. See story on page 3. Moskowy, second Catlin rest of the world during the 1939 Royal Visit. What was originally in- ObObviouslyviously I am so pumpepumpedd fforor titieded iitt bbackack up iinn with DunstoDunstone’sne’s last rrockock span of about 30 hours. It was vided, the loss of Schneider and lead Dustin had to think quickly to re- jobs for BCC staff cur- tended to be a brief stop was extended after the rail- hherer anandd ecstatecstaticic anandd now I can ththee ssixthixth wwithith uunthrown.nthrown. a mental grind. Obviously, road and the Royal family discovered the extent of City of Melville 2020 budget is in Kidby won the SaskTel solve the issue before the rently providing the gar- cecelebratelebrate iitt wwithith hher.er. But fforor GGettingetting to tthehe fifinalnal wasn’t we had a chance to qualify Park named in honour of Norman Konechny in fact, move the refuse Industries (RCI) an- RCI is a unionized envi- to thank the community the crowds that had been drawn to the city in their Tankard men’s provincial trash piled up. One strat- bage collection service, as those last fifiveve eeasyasy fforor tthehe 2020 through A and B (events) to a sorting facility to nounced recently that ronment and no job losses for all their support and honor. Over 60,000 people arrived in Melville for the championship to earn a spot at egy was mass awareness. well as the concern over development and tourism, a number of safety improve- ends, I hadad to SSaskTelaskTel Tankard so mentally it was difficult. avoid contamination. At they plan on shutting will occur. RCI provides celebration. A massive number of guests, consider- By Emily Jane Fulford the Tim Hortons Brier. able to continue working with the fire project the department faces. Parker Ellert to lieutenant. Longtime If you’ve been wondering recycling contamination encourage all citizens to ments on the horizon for streets and parks as well as stick chamchampionpion It’s just a combination of By Wade Walz the moment, people who down the recycling depot residential and voca- ing that at that time, the total population did not ex- Grasslands News As Dunstone and his team “The people of Melville and the service awards were presented to: why suddenly, over the was brought forward as a continue to recycle, reuse teateamm as everything. I’m happy it’s Grasslands News department. have limited mobility or at the end of September tional programming for ceed 3000. Hotels were full, restaurants packed, and an extensive and proactive plan to make school zones were defeating 2019 champion “I love what I do (and it has surrounding municipalities are lucky • Larry Hanaback, 30 years; past decade, you’ve been potential issue with auto- and repurpose.” safer for children, the City of Melville is creating a thetheyy over.” access to transportation 2020. Shortly after that 40 clients and we employ there was not a spot free at the train station. When It comes as good news for Melville residents, the Kirk Muyres in the final at hearing more about plas- mation. Inspired by the topic at Playing in the final against One of Melville’s parks has a new nothing to do with getting awards and to have someone like Norm ready to • Don Wenet, 25 years; tough act to follow for other communities in the Park- the Horizon Credit Union tic bottles and grocery To clarify this, auto- as well as many seniors announcement was made, 64 staff. The participants every square foot of space along the railroad tracks 2020 budget has been approved and locals to the com- the Kirk Muyres’ rink also name in honor of the city’s longest recognition). I just hope to continue jump into action when needed, even • Allan Callfas, 25 years; hand, one city councilor were taken, the remaining spectators took to the land. Given the vast number of improvements taking Centre in Melville, Dunstone’s bags than the war on ter- mation is the process of may not have the option rumors quickly circu- who currently work in munity will be seeing a number of positive improve- played an emotional game with active public servant. serving the citizens of Melville for a after 50 years on the job.” • Jim Shaw, 20 years; and indicated at the meeting roofs of houses along First Avenue. That day marked place, the miniscule 2.7% annual tax increase seems girlfriend, Erin Pincott, was ror, this is, in large part picking up garbage using to recycle. By making the lated regarding impact to the area will have a new ments to the city over the next year. Careful budgeting Dunstone, who knew the only The park at the corner of Prince little while longer.” Konechny received a • Keith MacDonald, 10 years. that he has stopped using the greatest economic hike in the local food and bev- almost unrealistic when compared to the higher in- curling in the B.C. women’s why. a truck with a mechani- process easier for people, RCI jobs. and exciting program to and diligent planning will make 2020 an exceptional thing standing between him Edward St. and Third Avenue E. is Fire chief Tyrone Mogenson says commemorative plaque at Saturday’s The evening included a supper, erage industry in the city’s history. creases that will be felt by Yorkton, Regina, Prince championship as the third with What presents itself as cal arm. Recycling con- the city hopes to encour- Rail City Industries attend,” RCI Executive plastic water bottles and year sure to put Melville on the map in more ways and the championship was a now the Norman Konechny Park in re-naming the park seemed like a event – the actual dedication will take awards ceremony and dance with Although it’s unfortunate to lose a wonderful his- Albert and so many others. However, there is a fun- Corryn Brown. The Brown a global or national issue, tamination can occur age everybody to take declined an interview but Director, Patricia Switzer hopes to start a trend than one. team of curlers who he was honor of the city’s deputy fire chief no-brainer, considering Konechny’s place later this year once the snow is all proceeds earmarked for the fire toric site such as The King George Hotel, it’s mem- damental reason why all this was possible and it’s in team won the match 8-7 in an however, is often felt on when a recycling plant is part in doing their part later sent a statement to wrote. “The new auto- beginning from his own The City of Melville budget meeting concluded friends with both on and off dedication to the city and surrounding gone and temperatures are warmer. department including its medical ory will always serve as a reminder of how the city large part due to the number crunching and planning extra end to clench a berth who is celebrating 50 years of active a local level. Much like not equipped for sorting to help prevent or at least the Melville Advance pro- mated system will make place of work. on Monday night after having been extended an ad- the ice. But in this sport, that service with the city’s emergency communities. In addition to Konechny’s award, fund which provides financial aid to came together to support newcomers and passersby, ditional week so as to address concerns which had mentioned earlier. Replenishment and careful man- in the Scotties Tournament Regina, Melville is also and relies on the business slow down the pressing viding further detail on recycling your household Only time will tell the is all part of the game. “We knew we wanted to do the department also recognized several firefighters and their families dealing from working class to royalty, with open arms and agement of surplus funds creates a form of safety net. of Hearts Canadian women’s services. coming to the conclusion or homeowner to sort issue of landfills reaching the matter. cardboards and plastic been raised in a meeting earlier this month. Council “It’s not fun playing people something other than give him some other firefighters last weekend. with tragedy. extent of the positive im- enthusiasm. Whether it’s a rail conductor arriving While some communities may become complacent in curling championship on Feb. Konechny received the honor at of one waste management the recycling into differ- maximum capacity. “Paper Recycling is much easier. With the members arrived eager to converse over some of the you’re buddies with but at hardware. Naming the park after him Captains Allan Callfas and Lorne It was the second award Konechny pact that the new recy- for the first time, miles away from familiarity, or a low annual increases and then suffer the pang of large 15 to 23 in Moose Jaw. the first annual Fireman’s Ball last contract and embarking ent components such as Needless to say, when not a core program for amount of recyclable ma- major improvements set to take place over the next the same time, our two teams was a perfect fit. Norm’s dedication to Pfeifer were honored as they officially received in recent weeks as he also cling program will have momentous occasion sure to draw in tourists by the tax hikes as soon as something needs to be done, Mel- Dunstone got the news weekend at the HCUC and admits he on a new one along with glass, plastic, paper, etc. recycling is picked up RCI and with the state terials in the market, we 12 months. make each other better. Kirk was surprised and humbled. the fire department is second-to-none retired from the department after received a meritorious award of on the city but, as is often thousands, they will always feel the warm welcome With a brand new water treatment facility kicking ville continues to be prudent in saving for a rainy day about his girlfriend’s win at CHRIS ASHFIELD | MELVILLE ADVANCE all the challenges that en- However, it is important at your front door, there of the current recycling all need to be vigilant and made us hungry last year and – he’s always there when needed and decades of service. Callfas put in 27 service from the Saskatchewan Urban of this community. It’s no wonder that to this day, and making sure that amount gets replenished. As the fifth-end break of the final Next stop Tim Hortons Brier “I had no idea they were doing tails. In Melville’s case, to note that many com- will no longer be a need industry, it is no longer do our part for the envi- the case, when people are into gear this March, a waste management contract I guarantee, come a month’s he brings a huge wealth of knowledge years while Pfiefer served for 30 years. Municipalities Association (SUMA) Melville’s success at bringing in volunteers, attract- a result, nasty shocks are not felt by the community, game but said he didn’t let 6NLS0DWW'XQVWRQHVFUHDPVIRUKLVWHDPPDWHVWRVZHHS WRSSKRWR GXULQJWKHÀQDOHQGRI this… it came as a complete shock. the change also includes munities across the coun- to transport it to a fa- viable business to con- ronment and keep recy- provided with the right aimed to save families money, a two million dollar time it will be go time and and experience to every emergency A couple of firefighters were also at their recent annual meetings in ing large audiences and hosting major events, comes which continues to grow and prosper as we head into what was happening with her WKH7DQNDUGLQ0HOYLOOHRQ)HE'XQVWRQHDIWHUZDUGVSRVHG DERYH ZLWKWKHWURSK\ZLWK The attention this is getting is switching over to a new try providing automation cility across town. Sub- tinue for a nonprofit/ clable material out of the tools they can often cre- swimming pool reconstruction, major improvements they’re going to want to kick overwhelming – I’m just proud to be situation and every non-emergent promoted: Jim Shaw to captain and Regina. second nature; it’s woven into the history. to tennis courts, initiatives to create growth, economic a new decade. distract him from what he was WHDPPDWHV%UDHGRQ0RVNRZ\ WKLUG &DWOLQ6FKQHLGHU VHFRQG DQG'XVWLQ.LUE\ OHIW -SEE DUNSTONE, 12 service provider offering for recycling pickup do sequently, Rail City charitable organization. landfill. RCI would like ate amazing results.

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So it was no Grasslands News as well as fines and penalties vanished from the Mel- huge surprise that the for travelers returning to Can- ville roster earlier this following season, Adams ada who were not bothering to year, head coach and gen- The Western Canadian Base- was handed a two-year self-isolate. It was a necessary eral manager Kyle Adams ball League (WCBL) recently contract as head coach move after common sense was has now also been given decided that the Melville Mil- and general manager of a clearly failing to prevail in his marching orders. “I’d love to thank the City lionaires’ Baseball Franchise team destined to go on to WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW areas of the country. Kyle started his career would be sidelined for the 2020 of Melville; the fans, the peo- win the Highway 10 Cup While off to the north-west, as a player with the Os- season. The WCBL has made ple that supported us in my this year. the Saskatoon police were busy hawa Legionaires in 1995 this decision due to the finan- It came as a shock to with a bombardment of calls as a forward. After, he short time here.” cial situation the Mils cur- many players and fans from concerned citizens trying attended and played for - Kyle Adams rently find themselves in. It’s alike to hear the news last to chip in to ensure safety, the the prestigious Wilfrid a situation that’s not unique to week that Kyle Adams city of Melville didn’t appear Laurier University in Wa- Melville, in fact, it’s prominent the Drayton Valley Thun- had been “terminated im- across the league; the Yorkton - Why Isolaon, Page 2 to have the need for such po- terloo beginning in 2002. der organization. mediately” as stated in a lice involvement, at least as of Six years later, unable Cardinals facing the exact same By the time coach Kyle press release that went to break away from the issue this year, and Weyburn yet. In fact, many local citizens Adams joined the Mel- out on Feb. 26, just a few love of the game, Adams Beavers a few years back. and establishments in Melville ville Millionaires as an days before the big game continued his hockey ca- “For the last number of years - Local Affects, Pages 3-5 were already well prepared assistant coach in 2018, against Yorkton. The the Mils’ ball club has struggled and doing their part to address news release contained financially to keep current with the issue. Decal detailing SUBMITTED | GRASSLANDS NEWS no pertinent information bills, (which included league The Flamingo Restaurant &RU\'HVODXULHUVRI$XWR7ULP'HVLJQSXWVWKHÀQLVKLQJWRXFKHVRQWKHGHFDOVRI0HOYLOOH·VQHZHVWÀUHWUXFN7KHWUXFN on the matter, as is so fees). When I volunteered as remained open for business as - Hospital Rules, Page 4 ZDVGHOLYHUHGODVWZHHNE\:LQQLSHJ·V)RUW*DUU\,QGXVWULHVDQGLPPHGLDWHO\SXWLQWRVHUYLFHDVWKHIURQWOLQHSXPSHU commonly the case these president there was pretty sig- usual on March 21. The restau- days. When contacted by nificant debt at that time. We Deer in valley CHRIS ASHFIELD | GRASSLANDS NEWS rant’s online post on March 18 LQ0HOYLOOH6HHVWRU\RQSDJH the Melville Advance, have tried to keep things mov- offered a 25 per cent discount 7ZRGHHUVWDQGRQWKHHGJHRIDKLOOLQWKH4X·$SSHOOH9DOOH\QRUWKRI*UHQIHOOHDUOLHUWKLVZHHN:LWKWHPSHUDWXUHVZDUP- board member Tammy ing by playing through the sea- - Gov’t Support, Page 8 to medical professionals for Stevenson told the Mel- son and paying back past debts LQJZLOGOLIHDUHPRYLQJDURXQGPRUHDQGRIWHQVSRWWHGDORQJURDGZD\V'ULYHUVDUHUHPLQGHGWRVORZGRZQGXULQJWKH pick up orders, if they were ger accepting reusable cups so supply meals to other mem- and cleaning. We will also be Specialist with Prairie Co-op. ville Advance she had no as well as the current season’s GDZQDQGGXVNKRXUV compliant with providing iden- as to protect staff and equip- bers of the community who supporting our out of town “With so many people return- comment about the termi- expenses,” explains Melville tification. ment from being in contact were struggling during the cri- stores so that customers don’t ing home from vacations and nation at this time. FILES | GRASSLANDS NEWS Millionaires’ President, Darren Coach is out Page 9 Up until March 23, Sas- with germs. A&W was seen sis, the owner of The Chocolate have to travel as far to get needing to self-isolate, we un- Despite the termina- Wandy. “This past 2019 season, Baseball Club is a community to creditors have weighed heav- of smaller fundraisers to help hoping to conduct some larger - School Closures, katchewan restaurants and taking walk-up orders at their Bean decided to get on board bread deliveries and other 0HOYLOOH0LOOLRQDLUHV·KHDGFRDFK.\OH$GDPVZDVWHUPLQDWHGE\WKHRUJDQL]D- derstand that they will need tion, coach Kyle Adams our current board felt we had owned team run by a board of ily on me personally, as well as battle the current debt. The fundraisers, which will likely bars could operate in ways that drive-thru window to ensure with helping people in need products,” said Schultz. to replenish their groceries. had nothing but positive WLRQZLWKRXWQRWLFH'HVSLWHWKHDEUXSWHQGWRKLVFDUHHUZLWKWKHWHDP$GDPV a sound business plan in place volunteers, so we rely heavily others on our board. We would first fundraiser will be an on- be announced later on this were contrary to recommenda- that patrons without the use and it started a trend wherein Grocery stores as well as things to say about the KDGQRWKLQJEXWJRRGWKLQJVWRVD\DERXWKLVWLPHKHUH to be able to take part in league on sponsorship, fundraising like to see this level of baseball line auction come April; items year. tions by public health officials. of a vehicle would still be able more community members many other restaurants are When an order is placed, we players and the organiza- play and try to pay down debt and people attending games. We continue in Melville,” explains have already been collected in One innovative idea that was - Travel, Page 12 After that, the mandate set out to order. Almost every local began replying to the post and also offering delivery service; determine if a contactless tion. and I’d like to thank my Another issue that Centre relying so heavily the team had. A lot of work, also rely heavily on volunteer Wandy. “However, this is a anticipation of the auction and proposed was the possibility of by the provincial government restaurant or cafe had signs chipping in and trying to do a much needed resource for transaction needs to occur, to “First off, I’d love to president Dwayne Kraft has yet to be addressed on Yorkton to be filled. A time and effort has been put help to run numerous game day community based team, so we they continue to gather items a partnership involving land would be enforceable; the un- indicating that only take-out the same. those in quarantine. help keep our team members thank the City of Melville; for sure.” has been the staggering task that has little to do into trying to keep the Mils’ operations as well as sit on our will need a community effort to for additional such on-line to sow a crop. The board mem- fortunate reality being that or delivery orders were being Tim Schultz, owner of Nel- “Our food stores in Melville, safe.” the fans, the people that It is yet to be deter- number of empty seats with coaching or players ball team functional. Unfortu- board to govern,” says Wandy. overcome the current situation events. Yorkton Auction Cen- bers would then harvest the - Scams, Page 12 sometimes a good idea must be accepted and were taking part lie’s Bakery in Melville said Fort Qu’Appelle, Lemberg, Lip- Provincially, RCMP have supported us in my short mined who will replace at games against SJHL statistics, wins or losses, and move forward. In talking tre’s online platform has been crop and those assets would be nately our financial struggles What is the plan for the Mils’ upgraded into a rule in order in protecting public health. they have reduced their hours ton and Kelliher are delivering been working closely with Sas- time here. Second, the Adams for the 20/21 sea- teams other than the Ter- as proven time and time continue and we currently have future? The current plan for the to people in the community, suggested as an ideal platform used to pay down a significant to protect the public interest. Chocolate Bean Cafe stated and they were playing things groceries free of charge to any- katchewan Health Authorities players that have done ev- son, but if history is any riers. again over the decades by a large debt”. team is to continue to fundraise I hear a lot of people say that to raise funds. Some local busi- part of the dept. It’s an idea that However, it was clear that online on March 23, “If you day-by-day. The business is one over age 65, immune-com- to investigate calls for service erything that they could indicator, they may have With a rich history the Toronto Maple Leafs The WCBL hopes that a leave to pay back creditors that are they would hate for the team to nesses have also been visited wouldn’t work in many areas Visit www.grasslandsnews.ca for the vast majority of business know someone who might not also taking extra precautions promised, or self-isolating. that violate the Public Health have done on ice, off ice, a tough road ahead if de- of solid hockey coming club. of absence for the 2020 season owed. The team would like to fold or no longer be active. It is and are encouraged to partici- across the country but may be owners in the city were doing be able to make it through this, to keep their staff and custom- Where previously we only had up to date informaon on COVID-19 Order (PHO). To date, there (PSW\VHDWV EMILY FULFORD | GRASSLANDS NEWS in the community, I’d like cision making impacting out of the Melville orga- So what is the future will help the Mils to get their pay down all debt so they could going to take the community to pate in this pursuit. the perfect solution for a city their due diligence to prevent or if you are that someone, no ers safe. grocery delivery two days a to thank them too,” said the team continues to be nization since 1910, it’s for a team who is contin- finances in control so they will be reinstated and allowed back help turn the current situation Although smaller fundrais- in the prairies, surrounded by the potential spread of the ill- judgement. I’ll deliver to your “We have a sanitation pro- week, we are doing deliveries have been no charges, fines or $ORQJZLWKVWUXJJOLQJWRNHHSSOD\HUVDQGVWDIIWKH Adams. “My staff as well, determined by those who difficult to picture the ma- ually robbed of top play- be able to return to action for into the league for the 2021 sea- around.” ers may take longer to pay farmland. ness. Tim Hortons had been door a little package of meals.” tocol that we’re going through six days a week now, and we arrests by the Saskatchewan 0LOVDWWHQGDQFHKDVVHHQPDQ\RIWKHVHDWVDWWKH I’d like to thank them for lack a formal background jority of the 2100 seats in ers and skilled coaching? the 2021 season. son. The Mils’ baseball team is down the debt, every little bit drive-through only for days; After being contacted by a after and before every cus- have waived the delivery fee,” RCMP for these matters since +&8&HPSW\GXULQJJDPHV being there with support in the sport. the Horizon Credit Union Only time will tell. “The Melville Millionaires’ “You can trust the Mils’ debts planning to launch a number counts. 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By Alan Hustak Possible run on Boxing incredible experience, Grasslands News Day when Mission Ridge watching her do so in- opened for its 48th sea- credibly well definitely son. The boy was among filled my bucket today,” It was Leo Pritchard’s a crowd of youngsters the Regina building con- first day downhill ski- learning to ski, and his tractor said. All instruc- ing and the three-year beginner’s skills were im- tors are certified to teach old from Regina couldn’t pressive. youngsters, and the park contain his delight as his Brandon Fuchs took offers a “Lil Tots” pack- dad, Brent, urged him to his nine-year-old daugh- age for kids under six. hold on as they took the ter, Harper, skiing for That includes rentals, conveyor up the Mission the first time. “What an lift pass and one hour of private instruction for $65. Nicole Stack and her three children, three, six and eight, have a season $/$1+867$._*5$66/$1'61(:6 pass and plan to drive out Hitting the slopes from White City every Long line ups of those eager to hit the slopes at Mission Ridge doubled back weekend. RXWVLGH WKH UHVRUW·V JXHVW VHUYLFHV FHQWUH DOO ZHHN EXW PRYHG UHODWLYHO\ Snowmaking machines quickly. COVID regulations were in place for people taking in the slopes. made it possible for seven of the 13 runs to open, and Under the health author- Lift Pass reservations rived were happy the all week long there were ity’s rules cars have to be system, which limits the runs had opened a week long line-ups of boarders parked at least two me- number of people who later than planned. “We and skiers ready to hit tres apart, you can’t leave can ski each day. It has usually ski Big White in the slopes. baggage in the day lodge, also opened an outdoor B.C., but this year we’re Randy Goulet, who and masks are required. service for Punch Card staying close to home. normally kite skis, drove “It seemed every single holders, pre-purchased Mission Ridge is a real up from Craven on open- person in Saskatchewan tube park passes and gem. I’m not sure the ing day to get in shape. showed up on the Mon- guests who require a day town appreciates just how “So many vehicles in the day after we opened,” pass. good it really is. Too bad parking lot when I ar- said Svenson. “Although “We learned a lot about the season here is only rived,” he said. “But it the lineups were somehow to handle crowds about three months. We was worth the wait.” times longer than we had in a short period of time really could do a better While the resort expected, we were pleased and are working on con- job of promoting Ski Sas- appeared to be more to see most of our guests tinuing to improve our katchewan.” crowded than last year, respected the provin- processes during this un- Skiers are reminded

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By Bruce Penton • RJ Currie of to see what was shaking out at Crooked Lake, • And if the CFL • Is it possible Sportsdeke.com, on a Mar- the one thing that was noticeable from the top bounces back, will the that a Canadian iners chrome wine stopper of the overpass was the lack of vehicles in the happiest people north (Milos Raonic, Denis included among 2020’s hol- Horizon Credit Union Centre parking lot. of the 49th parallel be Shapovalov or Félix iday-gift offerings: “Which On almost any Saturday during the winter football fans or the bean Auger-Aliassime) is odd, because people months, the parking lot is full and there are counters in the account- could shock the world who watch the Mariners kids toting hockey bags and sticks to the rink ing offices at TSN? by preventing one are usually driven to fin- as well as adults walking in to watch, but this • Will outdoor games of the big three • Ra- ish the bottle.” day, thanks to this pandemic, we have no one in the National Hockey fael Nadal, Novak • Fox commenta- at the HCUC. League go from an occa- Djokovic or Roger tor Troy Aikman, after I miss it all. sional showcase to a near Federer • from winning is streaming games via the Raiders’ A.J. Cole I miss everything about going to those hol- necessity? a Grand Slam pro tennis Twitch their only hope for shanked a 19-yard punt iday hockey games, the old Melville Million- • Will the Milwaukee event in 2021? broadcast exposure? out of bounds against the aires vs. The Yorkton Terriers rivalry contests. Bucks win a National Bas- • Can the Western • Can Canada’s Brooke Chargers: “I gave up golf I miss my senses being assaulted by the ketball Association title Hockey League somehow Henderson overcome the for that reason.” scents of hundreds of leather jackets and the before or after the average find a path through the Asian dominance on the • RJ Currie again: aroma of fresh popcorn, burgers and the fried American fan can both coronavirus to play some LPGA Tour to get to No. 1 “Clemson coach Dabo onions that wafts through the lobby area on spell and pronounce the sort of a season? on the Rolex world rank- Swinney called receiver game days. surname of Giannis Ante- • Will the new Seattle ings list? Ajou Ajou from Brooks, I never thought I’d feel the absence of walk- tokounmpo? Kraken NHL team really • Can NHL fans handle Alberta, an uber talent. ing up the stairs toward the seating area, yet I • Is there any doubt have ‘Krak House’ as its another late summer play- Make that uber uber tal- do. Connor McDavid is the arena nickname? off run? ent talent.” Generally arriving early for games, I’d nor- best player in the National —Is it appropriate to • Best American NHLer • fark.com., on Jaromir mally hear the sound of the Zamboni firing up • Patrick Kane, Auston Jagr continuing to play and the sliding of the steel bars that allow the Matthews or Jack Eichel? pro hockey: “Ageless won- doors to open for the ice to be resurfaced prior • Considering last der returns for 33rd pro to a contest. year’s reduced schedule season. Let that sink in, The assault on the senses continues as the Recalling the Spangler Cup players take the ice for the pregame warm-up, and this year’s tentative Ripkin, you lazy slacker.” their blades shearing through the top layer of 56-game slate, how close • Dwight Perry of the By Travis Longman big tent by the rink for will 35-year-old Alex Seattle Times: Houston’s ice as the players push off and turn with a few Grasslands News well placed yells to get the team fired up. drinks/food etc between Ovechkin • currently NBA opener had to be I miss the sound of pucks being hammered the games. Hockey Can- 166 in arrears • come to postponed because James off the glass behind the net, and even though The Spangler cup is a ada had passes for the Wayne Gretzky’s all-time Harden paid a maskless the marks left by the frozen rubber discs make hockey tournament that games. Every day they record of 894 goals? visit to a strip club and taking a picture more of a challenge, it’s still usually takes place over (hockey Canada) had • Will the Tokyo Olym- got himself DQ’d for vio- another signal that a game is going to start. the Christmas break in cool events for families pics really happen in lating COVID protocols, There was no ribbing of the fans from the Switzerland. However, etc one day the went up July? dropping the Rockets’ ros- two neighbouring cities, good-natured or oth- like so much in 2020 the a mountain another day • How many years will ter below the minimum erwise, and there was no chance to run into an tournament was can- they went to a brewery. it take for the stink over eight players. It’s believed old friend, one who has returned to Melville celed. With the tourna- The trips were there if Houston Astros’ cheating to be the first time a game for the holidays, in the line for an adult bever- ment being cancelled for you wanted to go, if you scandal to fade away? was called on account of age and spend so much time talking that you’d some people itmade the didn’t it was no big deal.” • Will Steve Bartman be make-it-rain.” miss a goal or a controversial call. holiday season seem even The tournament began among those pardoned by • Gary Bachman, via When the crowd gets excited when a team more different as to sev- in 1923 and team Canada President Trump? Facebook, after Anthony is on the power play and the sound builds and eral people it’s a holiday has won the champion- • Will we hear health Davis spent part of the builds until there’s a goal and then the goal tradition watching the ship a record 16 times. officials in 2021 declare Lakers’ final preseason song comes on – I’m lonesome for that noise Canadian international The tournament is ex- ‘COVID-19 is over’? game trimming his toe- too. team battle club teams pected to be held next • The late Peter nails on the bench: “Per- It’s been almost a calendar year since we’ve from Europe. Without the Christmas break, barring Allis, who died in early haps he should be traded sat in the stands and heard the yells of chil- tournament Canadians the pandemic be over. 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Chris Ashfield Saskatchewan communities are turning to out- plained. the golf course executive’s had also stated during door options for recreation this winter. On Dec. 16, The golf course re- proposal stated. discussion that with an Whitewood opened an outdoor skating rink. The At the last regular quested that the Town of During discussion agreement in place with weekend before Christmas, new rinks opened in meeting of 2020 held on Whitewood discuss and at the council meeting, an entity such as this that Grenfell and Broadview to provide an opportunity December 15, the Coun- consider hiring one full- Councillor Chad Kelly it would be nice to meet for some good old-fashioned outdoor skating. cil of the Town of White- time employee who would commented “We are at with them and review op- wood discussed a proposal assume the duties of Golf maximum staff now. We erations and projections Broadview from the Whitewood Golf Course Grounds Manager can’t create a position or for the benefit of both par- The Public Works crew and Fire Department in Club regarding a fulltime for six months and Town put someone out of a job ties. Broadview prepared a skating area on the pond at shared employment posi- of Whitewood mainte- (to create this new posi- “Another possibility is Memory Park. Hometown Co-op and the Broadview tion. nance employee (possibly tion)” while Coun. Glenn to see if there is someone Wildlife Club donated lights and extension cords so The golf club reviewed arena) for the other six Mantei stated he believes else who may be interested the rink can be used in the evenings. Eight skaters that over the past 30 plus months thus providing present employee Derek in the development of a are permitted on the ice at one time and helmets years, the course has that person with full-time Tait may have experience full-time position when must be worn by anyone 18 years old or under. grown from a small sands employment. but the town probably the town doesn’t have any Facemasks are strongly recommended as well. green course into a popu- The golf course would wouldn’t want to lose him openings?” Coun. Brian Pucks and sticks are allowed but the town asks that lar golf destination with expect to pay the person in his town’s position over Waynert suggested. skaters be respectful of others when using the rink. grass greens that is used the same as what the Town the summer months. Mayor Rhett Parks Grenfell extensively by locals and would, including benefits Coun. Brent Schaan felt agreed that at present the visitors. The now incor- and also suggested, “As the it was good that the golf Town of Whitewood can’t The Grenfell Public Works Department part- porated entity, recorded Golf Course does require course reached out to the confirm that they could nered with the local Lions Club to create an outdoor its busiest year in 2020 some specialized training, town for discussion and do this (employment po- rink on the south side of the property. with revenues in excess of students from the Golf Su- this is an area where pos- sition) and asked for a The large outdoor rink can accommodate a max- $250,000. perintendent’s school in sibly the new committee response to be sent to the imum capacity of 30 people but skaters should re- “The course, which is Olds, Alberta may be infor community (economic) golf course executive. main six feet apart from individuals outside their self-sustaining, is operated terested or perhaps some development could be household. Temporary lighting is in place so the by a volunteer executive rink can be used after school and in the evenings. and has seen the value of The Lions Club built a shelter near the rink so the assets climb to almost people can conveniently put on their skates. Only $1M, not including the Korczak wins silver at World Juniors one household is allowed in the shelter at one land owned by the Town,” time. The use of facemasks is encouraged at the the executive of the White- By Travis Longman Helleson and Trevor Zegras provided as- rink and skaters under age 18 must wear a helmet. wood Golf Course Inc. Grasslands News sists on the game’s first goal. The Ameri- A schedule for public skate and shinny times has wrote to the Town offi- cans took a 1-0 lead into the locker room cials. been posted on the town’s website under the “Rec- after 20 minutes. They also had 13-9 shot The golf course has a It was a disappointing ending for reation” heading. advantage. 25-year lease for a yearly Yorkton’s Kaeden Korczak and the rest In addition to the rink, workers also made a The second period did not start well rental fee of $1.00 for the of Canads’s National Junior team at the skating trail through the adjacent campground. for the Canadians. Just 32 seconds in, use of the land with the World Junior Hockey Championships Businesses and organizations from the community Trevor Zegras scored his 7th goal and decorated campsites along the trail to create a fes- Town of Whitewood. in Edmonton. The team had a perfect The course employs sev- tournament leading 18th point to give tive atmosphere for the holidays. Thirty people are run to the gold medal game, they had the Americans a two goal advantage. permitted on the trail at one time but neither pucks eral part and full time staff a perfect round robin knocking off Ger- to maintain the grounds The Canadians had several high quality nor sticks may be used on the trail. many, Switzerland, Slovakia, Finland. scoring chances the rest of the game, in- and operate the clubhouse In the quarterfinals Canada beat the Whitewood but this year, after many cluding one by Connor McMichael but Czech Republic setting up a semifinal The Whitewood recreation department decided years of service, a couple it was turned aside by American goal- match against Russia. Canada easily got to develop an outdoor rink to guarantee skating of the ground’s crew have tender Spencer Knight. In the third pe- past the Russians to advance to the gold time. Regulations for participants are posted at decided that they will be riod Knight was shining in his armour medal game against the United States. the site. The ice surface is for skating use only and retiring. The course is turning aside 15 Canadian shots on net. The Canadians had a strong start in shinny is discouraged. Benches are located near the now presented with a sig- Knight stopped all 34 shots he faced on the gold medal game, out shooting the ice surface and lighting adds a great feature for an nificant hiring problem the night sending Korczak and the Ca- evening skate as well. as it is very difficult to Americans 7-2 in the early going. De- nadians home with a silver medal. At present, there is public skating inside the hire qualified and reliable spite the early shot advantage, the game Kaeden Korczak played in all seven arena but participants must book a time slot with staff for six month out of remained scoreless until the Americans of Canada’s games in the tournament. Whitewood Recreation. Only 8 skaters are allowed the year. The vast major- opened the scoring with 6:25 left in the He had 2 penalty minutes, 1 assist and at one time and masks must be worn at all times. ity of job-seekers are only first period. Alex Turcotte scored, Drew finished +5.

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New Years’ Day on the other hand, is a time to relax and enjoy the start of a bright and promising new year... a new January 12 January 21 beginning. It is a time to be with family. Did you make a National Pharmacist Day National Cheese Lover Day New Year’s resolution? Millions of people do. It’s easy It’s easy to celebrate this special day. Set out a tray to make resolutions, yet much harder to accomplish National Pharmacist Day is hon- of several varieties of your favorite cheese and dig in. them. (holidayinsights.com) ors pharmacists, and recognizes their important role in medical care. A Pharmacist must be knowledgeable And, don’t forget the wine. Cheese goes great with of the chemistry of all medicines. They can inform you cheese. (holidayinsights.com) January 4 of a drugs’ side effects, and all aspects of prescription medicine. Very importantly, they understand and rec- January 25 Trivia Day ognize the inter-action of drugs together... many people Opposite Day Trivia Day is a fun day. It is an take numerous drugs. (holidayinsights.com) opportunity for us to share Opposite Day is a topsy, turvy day when those many little trinkets of knowledge. It doesn’t mat- January 13 everything you say, do, see, and hear are the opposite. ter how big or how trivial. (holidayinsights.com) Make Your Dream Come True Day If you say go left, you mean go right. If you say look up, it means look down. If you see your left foot...is it really Make Your Dream Come True Day your right? This special day is celebrated primarily January 6 gives you the opportunity to do among school children. (holidayinsights.com) Cuddle Up Day something to realize your goals and Cuddle Up Day is an opportunity dreams. Whatever your dreams are, they usually don’t come true without some effort on your part. So, today January 28 to snuggle up to someone on a cold Fun at Work Day winters’ day or night. Chances are is the perfect opportunity get off the sofa, and do something about it. (holidayinsights.com) it’s cold outside. So, cozy up to a special someone, and Unfortunately, all of us are not lucky enjoy the warmth and love. This day is enjoyed by both enough to have a job that’s fun to do. If that’s you, then young and old. This day is a great opportunity to: January 16 today is a day just for you! Think of ways to make your - cuddle with your cutie; -snuggle with your sweetie; or National Nothing Day job more fun and exciting. Look to do some fun things just -hug your honey. (holidayinsights.com) at work today, even if it takes away from production National Nothing Day is just a wee bit. (holidayinsights.com) quite simply... a day for noth- January 8 ing. This day is an “un-event”. Bubble Bath Day The expectation is that we January 29 Today is a fun day to relax an enjoy the do not create or otherwise National Puzzle Day warm and soothing pleasures of a bub- promote this day. In other words, we do nothing. And, ble bath. Best of all, it can be enjoyed to say anything more would contradict the purpose of Don’t be puzzled by today. National Puzzle Day honors by kids and adults. For kids, it’s playtime. For adults, it’s this day. puzzles of all size, shape and form. Crossword puzzles soothing pleasure. (holidayinsights.com) (holidayinsights.com) are by far the most common. Sudoku, a number puzzle, is the most recent puzzle rage. And, don’t forget the ever popular picture puzzles. (holidayinsights.com) January 10 January 18 Houseplant Appreciation Day Winnie the Pooh Day January 31 Have some fun today. Inspire Your Heart With Art Day The holidays are over. The dec- Celebrate Winnie the orations have been put away for Pooh Day by reading Inspire Your Heart With Art Day another year. The house looks a little some storybooks about plain, a little drab. In the greyishness celebrates art and the effect it the adventures of Winnie can have on your heart. Art is valued and appreciated of January, your eye catches something in the corner and his friends. Don’t of the room. Why, it’s a houseplant! Funny, but with all for all sorts of reasons. Look at a piece of art and ask read them alone. Read yourself: What is is telling me? How does it make me of the holiday hubabuloo, you’ve all but forgotten your them with young children. houseplants. (holidayinsights.com) feel? What emotions is it evoking (if any) within me? (holidayinsights.com) (holidayinsights.com) ZZZJUDVVODQGVQHZVFD 0HOYLOOH$GYDQFH:KLWHZRRG*UHQIHOO+HUDOG6XQ)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV -DQXDU\ 19 Neighbourly Advice According to ED - Ray Maher

Stretching our good will for peace in 2021 Help keep your community’s I told Ed, my old neigh- about innocent children, being or safety. flatten the power of the In peace, forego public history alive. bor in Saskatchewan, that like the COVID-19 virus Peace of mind was sickness and death of the assembly, in worship if SUBSCRIBE TO YOUR I did not want to hear that came to kill innocent hard to find for us in pandemic. It needs to be need be, to protect others’ LOCAL NEWSPAPER! any of his predictions victims in 2020. 2020. Everything was a year of peace. A peace lives. for 2021. I will need quite Some years death has turned upside down and without protesting that In 2021, let us climb Call Toll Free: a while in the new year the upper hand and will inside out thanks to the the government cannot the stairway of loving our to get over the last year. not easily relent. There ravages of the C0VID- tell me what to do. Wear neighbors by being our 1-844-GNG-NEWS Especially since I gained is no mercy in the evil of 19 virus. It brought the a mask, isolate, and so- neighbor’s keeper in ac- [email protected] weight in 2020, which will sin, sickness, and death. worst out in us. Many cial distance in peace. tions, not just in theory. not go away quickly. The Thankfully, God’s love turned from a peaceful 2020 evil pandemic will can overcome the power climb up the stairway of keep on in 2021, killing of evil in any year. God loving my neighbor, at without mercy until the uses us to help overcome least in theory, to becom- vaccines are available for evil by how we protect ing a reckless driver on Melville’s Churches everyone. each other in peace and the highway of, ‘I’m not The Bible never hides love. my neighbors’ keeper, so Welcome You the power of evil to kill 2020 was like the year get off my case!’ the innocent without 64 A.D. in this way, a Two thousand twen- 0HOYLOOH$QJOLFDQ/XWKHUDQ(FXPHQLFDO %(7+$1<(9$1*(/,&$/ mercy. great fire ravaged Rome ty-one dawns with the &RPPXQLW\0$/(& 0,66,21$5<&+85&+ “When Jesus was born in July for six days. It relief that vaccines can * * * WK$YH: 4XHHQ6W²&KXUFK2IÀFH3K in Judea in the time of left 70 per cent of Rome $//6$,176·$1*/,&$1&+85&+ Jan. 10 : Closed. No Service Corner 6th Ave. E. & Main St. King Herod, Magi from destroyed and one half of Jan. 17 : Worship Service 10:30 a.m. VALLEY ALLIANCE &KXUFK2IÀFH the east came to Jerusa- the population homeless. 673$8/·6/87+(5$1&+85&+ 0(/9,//(3(17(&267$/&+85&+ lem and asked, ‘Where is Emperor Nero played CHURCH Fort Qu’Appelle UG$YH(2IÀFH3K 115 - 11th Ave. W. 2IÀFH+RXUV0RQ7KXUVDPQRRQ the one born king of the music or fiddled and par- 3DVWRU'RXJ%UDXQ²2IÀFH3K 3DVWRU.LP6KHUZLQZZZVWSDXOVPHOYLOOHFD Jews?’ We saw his star in tied while his people suf- Sunday service 10:30 a.m. HPDLOPSF#VDVNWHOQHW Jan. 10: Service is also available on YouTube and will be DP3DULVK:RUVKLSDQG6XQGD\6FKRRO www.facebook.com/melvillepentchurchsk the east and have come to fered and died. He was DW6W3DXO·V livestreamed. 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King 2IÀFH+RXUV 67*(25*(·68.5$,1,$1 Herod intended to kill Mon., Tues., Thurs., 9 a.m. - 12 noon &$7+2/,&&+85&+ the one rumored to be WHITEWOOD AND AREA 3K Corner of 3rd Ave. E. & Manitoba St. 5HY%ULDQ0HH3K the king of the Jews. An Fr. Basil Malowany KNOX ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN ZHEVLWHÀUVWXQLWHGPHOYLOOHRUJ EDVLOPDORZDQ\#JPDLOFRP² angel of the Lord warned PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CATHOLIC CHURCH 6HUYLFHVKDYHEHHQSUSPENDEDIRUWKH -DQ 6XQGD\ 11:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Services - 10:00 a.m. *January Sunday Mass remainder of January 2021 Joseph in a dream to take Rev. Seon Ok Lee -DQ 6DWXUGD\ 5:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy 11:00 a.m. Mary and Jesus to Egypt Please 1RWH3DULVKLRQHUV0867UHJLVWHUKRXUVLQDGYDQFHIRU NEW LIFE HDFKVHUYLFH&RQWDFW because Herod would COMMUNITY CHURCH ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN 7+(5,9(5&+5,67,$1&(17(5 CHURCH, WAPELLA (A Church with a Caring Heart) search for the child to Worship Service ~ 10:30 a.m. 3rince Edward St. (Melville Comm. Works) kill him. 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Leona Mary Dean Grant Martin Erickson Larry Dale Kirsch Obituary Dec. 12, 1936 – Dec. 28, 2020 Obituary Feb. 12, 1945 - Dec. 21, 2020 Obituary June 17, 1953 - Jan. 3, 2021

Leona Mary Dean (Ottenbre- Grant Martin Erickson I, Larry Dale Kirsch passed it) of Melville, Sask. and formerly passed Monday, Dec. 21, 2020 away Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. of Grayson, Sask., beloved wife of in Whitewood, SK. Grant was I died in my home in Rocky Norman Dean. Leona entered her born on Feb. 12, 1945. Mountain House, AB. I had eternal rest on Monday, Dec. 28, Grant attended Percival Ele- WKH MR\ RI VSHQGLQJ P\ ¿QDO 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Home in mentary School and Whitewood days with my family by my High School. He loved sports Melville at the age of 84 years. side and my puppies curled up and music. Grant’s greatest en- in my bed. I’ve had a full life, Leona leaves to cherish her joyment in life was entertaining I wished it was longer, but it memory, her three sons: son, his friends with a quick joke or a was full. Vaughn (Hollie) of Edmonton and tune on his guitar. I was born the youngest of four kids, June 17, 1953. Dad children, Ellie and Emma; son, Ste- Grant is survived by his George (deceased) and Mom Theresa (deceased) had to wait ven of Calgary and his children, niece, Valarie (Wayne) Mullhol- QHDUO\DGHFDGHIRUPHWRDUULYHEXW,¿QDOO\IRXQGP\ZD\0\ Easton, Nolan and Sydney; son, land of Regina; nephew, Murray siblings, Joe (deceased), Bob, and Jeannette were well into Cory (Pamela) of Calgary and chil- (Joyda) Bristow of North Battle- their lives when I showed up, but they found ways to make me dren, Luke and Megan. ford; niece, Lesley Erickson (Roland Longpre) of Vancouver; neph- part of the family, it was very helpful to have a small person Predeceased by her husband, Norman; and her parents, ew, Neil Erickson (Mary Campbell) of Annaheim; Grant’s sister-in- around to hide the shine in the crawl space under the kitchen George and Mary Ottenbreit. law, Lynne Erickson of Regina; as well as many cousins and dear you know. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials friends. Throughout life I worked and volunteered, but that’s not im- may be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund or mass offerings Grant was predeceased by his parents, Eric and Annie Erickson portant now. It’s the people I met along the way. I could stop as tokens of remembrance. (nee Nelson) of Whitewood; his sister, Beverley Bristow; brother-inin any small town in Saskatchewan and remember someone Arrangements are by Bailey’s Funeral and Cremation law, Gerry Bristow of North Battleford; and his brother, Gary Erick- ,PHWGXULQJP\OLIHDQGOLNHO\¿QGVRPHRQHZKRUHPHPEHUHG Care, Melville. son of Regina. me. I had a way with people, I believed the community around Interment to take place at a later date in the Percival Ceme- me was my extended family and I treated them that way. It tery. The family wish to thank the staff at the Whitewood Commu- wasn’t the work, it was them. nity Health Centre for their wonderful care and friendship towards I learned to play the saxophone at a young age and music www.baileysfuneralhome.com Grant. Grant will be dearly missed by those who loved him. was a huge part of my life. I played for years in a band trav- eling to so many rural community halls playing the music of my parents. Music was how I found my wife Terry (deceased). She was working at one of my regular halls and it was love at ¿UVWVLJKW:HPDGHDOLIH:HKDGWKUHHJUHDWNLGV'HUHN George Gerald Gulash Tyler and Bernadette. When we lost Terry in 1993, our fami- Obituary April 7, 1937 – Jan. 2, 2021 ly grieved and changed, but we remained a family and were able to open our hearts to more. Love does strike twice, and I married and made a life with Donna. She brought three more George Gerald Gulash of kids to our family, Cathy-Lee, Amanda and Brittany. Being an Melville, Sask. passed away Bertha Johnson almost Brady Bunch it felt like we needed more, and we add- after a brief illness on Satur- ed Bernardo our Mexican brother to the family. I thought our Obituary Dec. 5, 1923 - Dec. 14, 2020 day, Jan. 2, 2021, with his best family was full then, but it got bigger. The kids had kids and I’m friend and soul mate, June, by survived by 18 grandchildren. 18! My life is FULL. his side. It is with sadness that the Family is everything. Throughout my life my family has George was born April 7, family of Bertha Johnson of changed and grown. I lost touch with some and stayed close 1937, at the family homestead, Fort Qu’Appelle, beloved wife with others. There are too many to name waiting for me on the of the late William David John- in the RM of Cana, the sixth of other side and so many more still here that have their memo- son, passed away peacefully ries of me. As I say goodbye, I know my life was full. nine children to George and on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 at Helen (Barsi) Gulash. George West View Funeral Services, Olds, entrusted with arrange- the Echo Lodge Care Home in ments. 403-556-6576. attended school at Happy Fort Qu’Appelle, Sask. at the Home Country School in the age of 97, with family by her Waldron district. George’s love side. for land led him to many years Bertha was born on Dec. of farming with his brother, Alfred, until they sold the farm, in 5, 1923 in the Parkerview Dis- 2001. George initially discovered his joy of travelling through trict to John and Bertha (nee Ivan Richard Zabinsky various trips, including Vancouver with family and Las Vegas Beres) Wessing. On Dec. 29, Obituary Jan. 10, 1953 – Dec. 30, 2020 with friends. 1951 Bertha was united in In 1988, George purchased a house on Manitoba Street, in marriage to William David Johnson. Bertha and David farmed Ivan Zabinsky, the best husband, dad, grandpa and broth- Melville. Fifteen years later and 149 steps from his doorstep, in the Parkerview District until 1960, and later moved to Fort er, passed away peacefully after a short, but courageous bat- George met the love of his life, June Rieger. George and June Qu’Appelle due to David’s health. David passed away in 1977. tle with cancer on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020 at St. Paul’s shared a love of travel, exploring Las Vegas, Arizona, Eastern Bertha being a widow at the age of 51, continued to work at Hospital in Saskatoon. Canada, Calgary, and numerous day trips around the country the Fort Qu’Appelle Indian Hospital as a dietary aide until her Ivan was born on Jan. 10, 1953 and grew up on the family to check crops, visit family or just enjoy the many colours of retirement in 1986. farm in Goodeve, SK. Over the years, he lived and worked in the seasons. Bertha loved gardening, and did a tremendous amount of the Yorkton and Melville area before moving to Saskatoon in canning. She was a wonderful baker, excellent cook and made June’s family welcomed George with open arms, and 2008. On Oct. 11, 1975, Ivan married Evelyn and created his delicious cinnamon buns and poppy rolls. Bertha loved to cook made George a big part of their lives. George cared deeply and prepare many meals especially for Easter and Christmas greatest accomplishment; his family. He loved a good joke, for June’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. and looked forward for her family to be there. Bertha had a classic rock, good Ukrainian polka music and the Saskatche- George was a quiet, gentle, loving man with a heart of gold. great love for dogs and especially her Beagle, Tippy, whom wan Roughriders. Ivan was most happy in his garage or yard, George was proud of the grandchildren and held a special she dearly loved and missed after his passing. tuning up lawn mowers or using the snowblower in the winter. honour and title of ‘Papa George’, affectionately given to him Bertha was predeceased by her parents; sisters, Margaret, He loved animals, going out for ice cream and striking up a by the great-grandchildren. Helen, Esther, Mary and Lillian; brothers, John and Joe. conversation with anyone. Above all, he loved his family un- George was compassionate, thoughtful and good-natured. Left to cherish her memory are: daughters, Brenda (Law- conditionally and his grandchildren were his true pride and joy. He held a special bond with his nieces and nephews. He talked rence), Beryle (Jerry); sons, Barry, and Bradley (Judie). He spent his life taking care of his family and always putting highly of their achievements, took an interest in their work and Bertha is also survived by grandchildren, Trevor Johnson, XV¿UVW hobbies, phoned just to check-in and enjoyed the exchange of Christy Harrick (Tom), Curtis Harrick (Chantel); great-grand- Ivan will be missed and remembered by his wife and best jokes. This same love extended to the next generation. children,Taryn, Rory, Bronwyn Rushinko, Jayden and Jace friend, Evelyn; his children and their families: Tricia (Myron) George will be lovingly remembered by: his spouse June; Harrick. Bertha was very proud of her family and their accom- Glova and their children, Parker and Emma; Trevor (Katie) and June’s sons, Jason Rieger of Melville, SK; Mark (Linda) Rieger plishments. their daughter Isabelle; Terri (Aaron) Fenwick and their son of Melville, SK, and their children and grandchildren; June’s Bertha became a resident of Echo Lodge in Fort Qu’Ap- Hudson; Trent (Kerra) and their children, Payton and Brayden; daughter, Colleen (Bill) Warrellow and their children of Cal- pelle in February 2018. While being a resident, her family his sister, Diane Zabinsky; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins gary, AB. visited her daily. She was very happy and appreciated their and in-laws. He will be also deeply missed by his siblings, Elsie Lueck visits. She was very happy when her grandchildren visited and Ivan was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen (Earl Chesney) of Indian Head, SK; Mitzi Cockreham of Port- shared their life with her. Zabinsky; and younger brother, Jimmy. “Love you Mom, until we meet again” land, Oregon, USA; Alfred Gulash of Regina, SK; and June’s A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at Park Fu- Due to COVID, cremation has taken place and a private sister, Dianne (George) Favel; along with numerous nieces family burial will be at a later date. neral Home on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021 with Rev. Fr. Andre Lalach and nephews; and his coffee row friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to Teneil Fogg of Con- RI¿FLDWLQJ George was predeceased by his parents, George and Hel- ley Funeral Home, Fort Qu’Appelle, Sask. Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the en (Barsi) Gulash; his siblings, Henry (Marion) Gulash; Eileen medical community that provided care and support for Ivan (Alfred) Almasi; Eleanor (Don) Moyle; Gladys (Don) Soder- over the past four months; we don’t have the words to express quist; Betty (Clarence) Stich; his brothers-in-law, Harold Lueck our gratitude. and Dennis Cochreham; his sister-in-law, Rene Gulash; along ,QOLHXRIÀRZHUVSOHDVHPDNHDGRQDWLRQWR5RQDOG0F with two nephews and a niece. Donald House Charities Saskatchewan or enjoy a cold beer Funeral mass was held on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021 from Advertising Deadlines ZKLOH ZDWFKLQJ WKH 5LGHUV SOD\ WKHLU ¿UVW KRPH JDPH LQ WKH St. Henry’s Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Father Andrew upcoming season. To share memories and condolences, visit Sowa OMI as the Celebrant. www.parkfuneral.ca “Obituaries-Guestbook”. Arrangements were by Bailey’s Funeral and Cremation DisplayT£!99-)'&9!2&#-;

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