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Vol. 80 No. 3
The Watrous
IN THIS ISSUE
Monday, January 21, 2013
Pg 2-3.................People and Places
Pg 4.......................Arts and Entertainment
Pg 5.......................Business and Agriculture
Pg 6-7.................Editorial and Opinion
Pg 8-9.................Sports
Pg 10-15...........Country Connection
Pg 16-17...........Minor Hockey Teams
Pg 18-20...........Classifieds/Blanket Classifieds
Pg 21-22...........Business/Community Directory
Pg 22...................Coming Events
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History lesson
Gr. 4 students from Watrous
Elementary School spent the early
part of the afternoon Jan. 17
interviewing seniors from
the community.
Teacher Rhonda Hardy said
as part of their unit in history,
the students got back to their roots
learning about settlers and also had a
chance to talk with those
from the area about their lives.
In total, 26 seniors were able
to take part and enjoyed
refreshments after the questions.
–– Daniel Bushman/TWM
Prairies rank top 10 in national news story
■ Daniel Bushman
The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
From warm weather and
tornadoes to flooding and other
elements that were cooked up
over 2012, Environment Canada
released its top 10 list of weather
stories for the country in 2012.
The prairies fell into a couple
of categories, including one of
their own.
The top story of the year
belonged to the big heat.
Environment Canada said 2012
was another warm year - the
16th in a row - and winter, spring
and summer were among the
hottest top 10 for their respective
seasons. They went on to say
July, August and September tied
or exceeded any previous year
for the warmest on record.
From when record keeping
first began in 1948, Environment
Canada
said
January
to
November 2012 was the fourth-
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warmest.
The prairies made the list,
coming in at number five. A
warm, wet and wild prairie
summer created the second-most
active ever severe convective
weather since statistics were first
kept in 1991. With more frequent
storms, large hail, heavy rain,
lightning and tornadoes, other
events containing funnel clouds
and plough winds were also
observed.
Environment Canada said of
the 63 days between June 13 to
Aug. 14, just 11 days were free of
severe weather.
Some of the events hitting
the prairies in the summer of
2012 that Environment Canada
touched on were:
• 371 severe events across the
Prairies, with Alberta recording
its greatest number at 169 and
Saskatchewan its second-highest
total ever with 135.
• Fewer tornado events
than normal in both Alberta
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2 • MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 2013 • THE WATROUS MANITOU
Local
news
At the centre
Crib winners at the Senior
Centre Thursday, Jan. 10 were:
ladies first - Faye Johnson, 904;
ladies second - Frieda McWillie,
845; travelling - Olive Sundquist; men’s first - Doug Gregory, 901; men’s second - Peter
Sundquist, 891; travelling Roger Langston. Homesteader
was Eleanor Allan, seven times
at one table.
Kaiser winners at the Senior
Centre Monday, Jan. 14 were:
first - Marie Brumwell, 216;
second - Faye Johnson, 191;
third - Darryl Findlay, 162;
fourth - Ev Adams, 142.
Shuffleboard top two
individuals at the Senior Centre
Wednesday, Jan. 16 were Roger
Langston, 60 and Maggie
Findlay, 51.
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Sweeping
through school
Students at Watrous Elementary School
got to take part in the Rocks and Rings program
put on by Capital One. The program is designed to
introduce curling to elementary school kids
by bringing equipment to the school gym.
Here, the Gr. 2 classes took part
in the afternoon’s events Jan. 15.
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me greatly with the improvements and renovations
on my house.
I would like to also add that it is people like this
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Trip of
the month
Joyce Burkitt won the
Watrous Kinette Club’s trip of
the month for January, to Palm
Springs.
Correction
The Dec. 24 edition of TWM
stated that Alex Senger competed in both cross country
provincials and the Winter
World Transplant Games. Alex
did indeed compete in cross
country, winning a silver medal,
but it was Oliver Senger who
was involved in the transplant
games. The Watrous Manitou
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caused by the error.
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Gallery, among others, gets funds
Thursday, Jan. 10, Lynnette Wall was in Lanigan for
the public announcement made by federal Minister of
State for Western Economic Diversification Lynne Yelich.
The Watrous and Area Arts Council was the recipient of
CIIF funding (Community Infrastructure Improvement
Fund), which will be used to make improvements at the
Gallery on 3rd including new blinds, ceiling fans, exterior paint, attic fans and a storage facility.
Yelich announced federal funding of $160,000 for a
total of nine projects throughout central Saskatchewan,
including upgrades to the Lanigan Recreation Complex,
Allan and District Communiplex, Viscount Community
Centre, Hanley Curling Club, RM of Usborne J. Eldon
Bergey Community Centre, Colonsay and District Sports
Centre and Strongfield Hall and Rink, as well as renova-
tions to the Watrous Arts Council gallery and Sun West
School Division’s Kenaston School gymnasium.
In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper government
announced further support to help communities across
the country modernize their infrastructure. The fund
supports projects that look to
improve existing community
infrastructure, such as community centres, recreational
buildings, local arenas, cultural and other community
facilities.
Lynne Yelich presents Lynnette Wall
with funding designated for the Gallery on 3rd.
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Spreading cheer
Affinity Credit Union delegate Lane Manson and Gaylene Sundquist with Lynnette
Wall of Watrous and Area Arts Council.
Affinity Credit Union delegate Lane
Manson and business development
manager Gaylene Sundquist handed out
cheques to local organizations Dec. 14 as
part of the community development grant.
Those included: Watrous Curling Club
($2,000); Town of Watrous rec board for
soccer ($2,152.69); Watrous and Area Arts
Council ($2,080.58); Watrous Music Festival
($1,000); Watrous Elementary School
community council ($1,000); Watrous
Minor Ball ($1,043.63); Watrous Library
($535); and Watrous Co-op
Nursery School ($500).
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Arts and Entertainment
Video Views
by Earl Hayhurst
Best of 2012:
1. The Dark Knight
Rises - Final chapter in the
great Christopher Nolan
superhero trilogy. The fact
that it is not as good as The
Dark Knight and still a
brilliant emotional masterpiece goes to the genius of
Nolan. Anne Hathaway
makes a perfect catwoman,
action scenes are amazing
and the emotional ending
is so perfect. A great movie.
2. Django Unchained
- What can you say, Quentin Tarantino is the man.
Funny, racist, violent, entertainment with that patented Tarantino dialogue
and the usual top-notch
acting from all, especially
Christoph Waltz and Leonardo DiCaprio playing
the vicious slave trader.
3. Zero Dark Thirty
- From the great Kathryn
Bigelow comes this meticulous recreation of the
hunt for Osama bin Laden.
Jessica Chastian (start polishing that Oscar speech)
plays Maya, a CIA operative who takes years to
find the wanted terrorist.
Movie is under fire for its
“true” depiction of torture
methods. I am all for it.
It got the job done. Final
half hour attack on the bin
Laden compound is holdyour-breath genius.
4. Silver Linings Playbook - A funny movie
about mental illness. Bradley Cooper is terrific as a
bipolar man recently released from a facility trying to get his life back in
order. He meets an equally
damaged woman (Jennifer
Lawrence, maybe Chastain’s only Oscar competition) and the two form a
love/hate/crazy relationship. Great supporting
work from Robert De Niro,
Jacki Weaver (Animal
Kingdom) and believe it or
not Chris Tucker. Another
gem from writer/director David O Russell (The
Fighter).
5. The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Oh my,
Emma Watson is going to
be such a big star. Cutting
her hair and shaking her
Harry character, Watson
plays Sam, a free spirit
who helps a damaged introverted (the terrific Logan
Lerman) young man find
his way. Marvellous in
every way from the terrific
soundtrack (Sonic Youth,
Cracker and Dexy’s Midnight Runners . . . wow) to
the great cast. Ezra Miller
is a standout. Written and
directed by Stephen Chbosky who wrote the original book.
6. Compliance - Harrowing
based-on-a-truestory about a fast food
restaurant in Ohio where
a man calls pretending to
be a police officer saying
a young woman (Dreama
Walker) has stolen money
from a customer. What follows is an unsettling series
of degrading and humiliating scenes of abuse with
the determined (and very
naive) manager (Ann Dowd
Canadiana Crossword
NewfieKnowhow
By Bernice Rosella and James Kilner
ACROSS
1 Sever
4 Brother
7 Casket platform
11 Actress Gardner
12 Spirits
14 Engrave
15 Author Fleming
16 Eurasian herb
17 Area measure
18 Dan _____ (Nfld. hockey
hero)
20 Brad____ (Nfld. curling
champion)
22 Gordon _____ ( Nfld.
movie maker)
24 Andy _____ (Prolific
Nfld. writer, actor, director)
27 Tse ___ (African fly)
28 Sense of self
31 Responsibility
32 Birman or Bengal
33 Downsize
34 Urge
35 Snoop
36 E.J. _____( Nfld. poet)
37 Crankily
39 Outcasts
42 Richard _____ (Newfoundlander for all seasons)
46 Japanese word for Capital
city
47 Whinny
49 Praiseful poem
50 Enough, to Chaucer
51 One of the Hebrides isles
52 Stitch
53 Laboured breathing
54 Tolkien types
55 Weave
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DOWN
1 Temporal
2 Track
3 Sheet
4 George W. ________( Big
Wheel inventor)
5 Place in Quebec
6 Hill dweller?
7 Wild animal
8 Tickle
9 Light brown
10 Syngman ____
13 Most wise
19 Imitates
21 One, in Weedon
23 Remains
24 Happiness
25 Ace
26 Hebrew alphabet's 14th
letter
48
49
28 Geologic time period
29 Obtained
30 Choose
32 John _____ ( Nfld.'s tenth
Lieutenant Gov.)
33 Weeps
35 Prefix for nuptial or natal
36 Beaches, in Barcelona
37 Ryane _____ ( San Jose
Shark's starter)
38 Sparse
39 Observer
40 10th planet in our solar
system
41 Paragon
43 Emcee
44 Notion
45 Salamander
48 Hexstall or Basford
. . . amazing work) keeping
the poor girl hostage until
the “police” show up. Ahh,
Americans so naive, so
dumb.
7. Killer Joe - Matthew
McConaughey had quite a
year in 2012 (Magic Mike,
The Paperboy) topping it
off with a demented performance as a hired killer
in this white trash thriller.
Emile Hirsch plays a white
trash idiot who comes up
with the brilliant plan
to kill his mother for the
insurance.
Enter
McConaughey as the title
character, a Sauvé cop
with a dark side. Gina Gershon (amazing, amazing,
amazing go for broke performance) Thomas Hayden
Church and Juno Temple
round out the cast in the
very, very black comedy.
From the great William
Friedkin, pass the chicken
and brace yourself.
8. End of Watch - The
best movie I have ever seen
about day-to-day police
work in a rough area of
Los Angeles. Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Pena
play partners who are just
trying to do their jobs and
have a life. Movie shows
the love and trust real cops
feel for each other and the
horror that the job can be.
Marvellous action movie.
Great job by writer/director David Ayer.
9. Cabin in the Woods
- Best horror flick of the
last few years - an everything and the kitchen sink
twisted hilarious take on
the typical haunted house
naive teenagers movie
we have seen a thousand
times. From the great Joss
Whedon and his protégé
Drew Goddard. I love the
Merman.
10. God Bless America - Like Killer Joe, not
for the squeamish but
VIDEO
STOP
those who want to jump on
a brilliant sarcastic look at
today’s instant fame society and a couple who have
had enough of that. Bobcat
Goldthwait (yes, that crazy
s.o.b.) has crafted a modern Bonnie and Clyde for
the ADD generation.
11. Argo
12. Prometheus
13. Hello, I Must be
Going
14. Savages
15. Moonrise
Kingdom
16. The Avengers
17. Beast of the
Southern Wild
18. Flight
19. Ted
20. Seven
Psychopaths
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Business and Agriculture
Region outlook
promising for 2013
■ Daniel Bushman
The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
After
building
a
strong foundation and
attractive
product
for
the past couple of years,
community development
officer Brendan Manz
said the Watrous Manitou
Marketing Group (WMMG)
wants to continue to
attract visitors and future
residents to the Watrous
area.
The 2012 year saw
numerous
positives,
including
the
resort
community of Manitou
Beach being recognized
nationally by MSN and
vacay.ca.
Manz is in the midst
of tabulating numbers
from the Manitou District
Regional
Park
and
Manitou Springs Resort
Hotel and Mineral Spa at
Manitou Beach and the
Watrous visitor centre.
“The campground saw
similar numbers (to the
previous year) and the spa
has shown increases since
they re-opened in 2010. We
expect that to continue.”
Moving to this year,
there are a few items Manz
wants to tackle, including
the visitors’ guide. “We
have seen a lot of good
feedback from it, from the
community, the business
community
and
folks
outside of the community
as well. Other communities
are also looking at our
visitors’ guide and (are
wanting to) do something
like that as well.”
Manz
plans
on
attending trade shows like
the Edmonton RV Show in
February, the Saskatoon
Sports and Leisure Show
and the Regina Spring
Home and Garden Show to
help promote the area.
Early plans are in the
works for a job fair in town
and the WMMG wants
to work with industries
in the area to talk about
opportunities
available
for high school students,
those looking for work
or opportunities within
the region. A date has not
been set although Manz
said they hope to have
something in the spring.
Economic development
is also going to be a focus
and Manz said the group
is going to try to have
more of a presence in
the community. “We are
looking at hosting an
agriculture event and we
will be looking at doing
that in March.”
Expanding on business
luncheons is another part
of that plan to have more
of a presence. “We feel
a need that is out there
with the community after
the chamber has been
inactive the last few years.
We would like to bring in
some guest speakers to
the community, talk about
some of the issues going
on and work closely with
our businesses.”
There
is
also
a
possibility of
holding
more business-type events
to allow owners to connect
and become more familiar
with the WMMG.
“I want to sit down with
a lot of them one-on-one
and really find out what
this marketing group can
do for them. We have done
a lot of good things in the
last two years and whatever
we can do to continue
marketing our community
internally and beyond our
borders, we will continue
to do that.”
Manz is also involved
with the heritage centre
committee
and
said
the major issue will
be fundraising for the
proposed facility or how
to build it. “We have also
provided our thoughts
as far as what should be
Optimistic for 2013
Community development officer Brendan Manz is
hoping for great things in 2013 as the area continues to see growth. Manz said Manitou Beach has
also been in the spotlight and was recognized nain that facility . . . we see
it as another possible
asset. It is an opportunity
for people who come to
our community, another
activity for them to do.”
The
community
development officer said
he would also like to
see quality of life in the
area put at the forefront
for 2013. “We think our
Employment records set
Saskatchewan job numbers closed out 2012 with
a monthly record high of 539,800 employed people in
December, according to the labour force survey released
by Statistics Canada. December’s increase of 16,300 over
December 2011 marks the 13th consecutive month where
records have been set.
“2012 was a very successful year for our province, with
strong job growth of 2.1 per cent and jobs up by 11,200
from the previous year,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd
said. “We are working diligently to encourage even more
people to choose Saskatchewan as their place to live,
work, do business, and raise a family, and are looking
forward to an equally successful 2013.”
Saskatchewan’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment
rate of 4.6 per cent was once again the second lowest in
the country. Nationally, the unemployment rate was 7.1
per cent.
Other year-over-year highlights include:
• Saskatchewan’s growth rate of 3.1 per cent was the
third highest among the provinces;
• Full-time employment increased by 11,400 for 20
months of record monthly highs and part-time jobs
increased by 5,000;
• The goods-producing sector was a key contributor to
strong employment growth of 10.8 per cent, which includes
gains in construction, agriculture, manufacturing and
forestry, mining, oil and gas;
“Saskatchewan is in an enviable position - we are seeing
growth all around us,” Boyd said. “The Saskatchewan
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the province and that will mean more growth, more
investment, and more people working and living here.”
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Editorial and Opinion
Of all the things I ever lost...
I can’t remember if I’ve mentioned this before, but I
have a terrible memory. Short-term, long-term, it makes
no difference. Things just won’t stick.
In place of a working hippocampus, I rely on a lot of
tools - when I remember to use them, that is. I truly am
getting a lot better at that if for no other reason than
sheer survival. I hate letting other people down; that,
plus a few missed appointments followed by feelings
of chagrin and sometimes payment for a service I did
not receive due to my own absence are also great
motivators!
After owning my phone for a couple years, I discovered a calendar into which I can enter reminders along
with their start and end time, and a choice of notification alarms, ranging from five minutes to two hours
prior. Those options, along with aatt variety of loud and
annoying musical selections, have been a huge assistance in making it to my scheduled appointments.
Of course, relying on my phone alone is not a foolproof method (trust me, I’m a seasoned fool). Sometimes I am at work and my phone is at home. Or vice
versa. Or, I responsibly remember to shove my cell into
a coat pocket as I run out the door for an errand, then
leave it in there and hang the jacket at the back door of
the office when I return. Surprisingly enough, I can’t
hear the musical selection merrily playing away in my
pocket from 25 feet away. So I need back-ups, preferably
non-portable ones.
That’s where my week-at-a-glance planner comes in.
Sitting in a place of pride on my desk, immediately to
my right, it remains in an open position, ready at a moment’s notice to record whatever details cross my mind
or my desk. Birthdays and anniversaries, appointments
and meetings, reminders and random thoughts - they
are all in there in black and white (and purple, orange
and pink, thanks to the cool gel pens I got in my Christmas stocking!).
Of course, my planner doesn’t talk or play music or
jump up and down like a neglected pet, begging for closer
scrutiny. Therefore, it doesn’t always get my attention.
Sometimes I glance over there and it’s a full week behind.
Honestly, I don’t know how that can happen; it’s located
inches from my in-basket and my desktop printer, both of
which I access many times a day. I believe it’s become like
a decorative piece in one’s home. I paid a lot of attention
to it when it was new, frequently admiring and stroking
it. But as time went on, I paid it less and less mind, until
now it only strikes me if it’s moved or misplaced.
Besides, I branched out and chose a different planner
this year, after about three years of using the same one.
(Well, not the same one, of course. That would be just
stupid. You know what I mean.) Anyway, changing it up
was a big mistake - a Big, BIG mistake.
First of all, the open area for making general notes
is now located on the right side of the spread instead of
the left. That means my days of the week, each running
vertically the height of the page, are pushed way over to
the left. It’s thrown off my whole equilibrium. Where I
used to be looking at Wednesday’s column, for example,
it’s now already Saturday. No wonder I’m stressed out how did the week fly by so quickly? It takes a minute to
calm my beating heart and realize it is still only deadline
day and I have a couple more days to write my column.
Secondly, I didn’t notice in the catalogue that I chose
the planner from that all the French words come first,
followed by a slash and then the English version. Great
idea if I were working on my bilingualism; not so hot
when I’m trying to figure out what day it is and whether
I’m supposed to be dropping off ads at the pharmacy,
as I do on Tuesday, or Home Hardware, which I do on
Wednesdays. Merdi, is it Mardi or Mercredi?
And finally, the darn thing is in 24 hour time, or whatever that’s called. Somehow, 3 p.m. has become 15, and
good ol’ hometime is now 17. I just can’t wrap my head
around it; I’m constantly whispering under my breath,
“12 plus five - okay, that’s 17 o’clock.” I would never make
it as a nurse or RCMP officer with this deficiency.
I could find another thing or two to kvetch about,
but I think I hear music playing, and I have to jump up
and follow the tune before it quits. It’s the only way I’ll
remember where I put my phone!
MANITOU
The Watrous
Robin and Nicole Lay, publishers and editors
Daniel Bushman, reporter/photographer
Melanie Gunderson, customer service • Laurie Regier, typesetter/production
Founded in 1933 by J.A. McGowan
Just
Layzing
Around
Good thing I
remembered to
write a column this
week; I didn’t have a
reminder recorded
anywhere!
–– an opinion column
by TWM editor Nicole Lay
“If I hear any more talk about fire sirens, Jake,
you’re gonna be wearing this pabulum . . .”
Meal not for faint of heart
Sometime around
the 25th of January you
might hear some people
talking about attending
“Robbie Burns night”.
In some circles this
is a yearly event held
in honour of the poet
Robert Burns, Scotland’s
favourite son.
Burns was born in
Ayrshire, Scotland Jan.
25, 1759. Scotland claims
him as its national
poet but his works are
celebrated throughout
the world. Some of his
more notable pieces are
Auld Lang Syne, To a
Mouse, A Man’s A Man
for A’That, Ae Fond Kiss,
Scots Wha Hae, and Tam
O’Shanter.
He is considered a
pioneer in the “romantic” movement. Literary
scholars study the works
of this cultural icon who
is considered a source of
inspiration of liberalism
and socialism. He is well
remembered in Scotland
where, in 2009, he was
chosen by his countrymen as the greatest Scot.
For those who are
planning on hosting a
supper (or will be attending a supper), this
is not an ordinary meal.
These gatherings are
steeped in tradition.
Very likely haggis will be
served and some whiskey
will be drank.
Haggis - it is a delicacy I have tried once
(and only once) but for
those who have acquired
a taste for it, this is the
supper for you. Sheep’s
heart, lungs and liver
along with other ingredients such as chopped
suet, ground oatmeal,
onions and spices are
cooked in a stomach and
served with “champit
tatties and bashit neeps”.
This delicacy is piped in
by a bagpiper, set on the
table and Burns’ Address
to a Haggis is recited. All
very regal.
Address to a Haggis
Fair fa’ your honest,
sonsie face,
Great chieftan o’ the
puddin-race!
Aboon them a’ ye tak
your place,
Painch, tripe, or thaim:
Weel are ye wordy
o’ a grace
As lang’s my arm.
In fact, there is an
official order for the supper. At the start, guests
gather and mix after
which the host gives a
welcoming speech. The
Selkirk Grace is said
before the meal begins.
The haggis is piped in
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and the poem recited. A
Scotch whiskey toast is
proposed to the haggis,
then everyone sits down
to enjoy the supper.
A guest is chosen to
give a short speech on
Burns’ life and maybe
recite one of his poems,
to which the host replies.
The lassies are toasted
by one of the male participants and is replied
to by one of the ladies
present. There may be
other toasts and speeches
but after that the rest of
the evening is devoted to
Burns. His poems are recited, songs are sung and
there is much visiting.
The end of the evening is signalled by the
singing of Auld Lang
Syne. A fitting way to
bring the evening to a
close.
As mentioned, Scotch
whiskey is the drink
of choice but you could
serve other refreshments.
Wine connoisseurs suggest a “robust” red wine
to pair with the heavy
foods of the evening.
Of course, it would
not be a Scottish affair
without a little bit of
tartan. Even just a little
bit - a hat, tie or pin. Just
remember to have a good
evening.
Neighbourly
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and liver along with
other ingredients
such as chopped suet,
ground oatmeal,
onions and spices
are cooked in a
stomach and served
with “champit tatties
and bashit neeps”.
–– a general interest column
by contributor Peg Hasein
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Some 911 calls are unnecessary
How ta
look at
the news
A spider loitering in
Just before Christmas,
your living room may
the National Retailers Asseem like an emergency,
sociation reported huge
but it does not warrant a
retail sales in malls and
call to 911. E-Comm (Emersuperstores. “The reason
gency Communications)
why is a little embarrassdispatchers handle more
ing,” explained Argus
than a million calls a year
Hamilton.
“When
the
from southwest British
Mayans turned out to be
Columbia. The dispatchwrong and the world didn’t
ers compiled a list of the
end, Americans had a lot
silliest, most absurd and
of Christmas shopping to
most inappropriate calls to
do.”
come their way in the last
Police are investigatfew years: a caller asked
ing how a huge slide,
who won the hockey game
worth around £2,500, was
. . . a caller said her daughstolen from a playground
ter was refusing to clean
in Bournemouth. Engher room, and she wanted
land. Thieves removed the
police to make her do it . .
bolts that held the slide to
. “I made 911 my password
a platform and hauled it
on my cellphone voice mail
away. This is considered
and that’s why I accidentthe latest in a crime wave
ally dialed 911 repeatedly” –– a general interest column that has blighted almost
by contributor Gene Hauta
. . . callers calling for taxis .
every aspect of British life
. . a caller reporting his TV
in the past few years. It is
was broken . . . a man visiting from out of believed it was taken to be sold for scrap
province called to ask for the local time . . . metal.
a caller asked how to configure voice mail
Also being stolen on a regular basis
settings . . . a caller complained about a are manhole covers and railings. In Birlousy tasting chicken sandwich from a mingham, England, there was a serious
fast-food restaurant . . . a caller reported attempt to steal the metal column on a
there was a spider in their living room.
lamp post. When thieves move into the
While 911 calls for non-emergencies area of electrical lights, they are also
are annoying and costly, this has been after the electrical cables. Lampposts are
dubbed the cutest call in 2012. A three- the latest target of metal thieves who have
year-old boy called 911 while watching the caused chaos across Great Britain, where
Disney Pixar blockbuster movie ‘Cars.’ also being targeted are railway lines, war
The boy was concerned for the safety of memorials and church roofs.
Lightning McQueen when Chick Hicks
Tim Hunter reports a city in South
was chasing him.
Dakota has banned eating while driving.
Promising beginning
to the year with NHL
deadlock down to dust
Ed, my neighbour next
door, is unusually upbeat
this January. Returning
from Mexico a few days
after New Year’s, Ed was
soon greeted with the joyous news that the NHL is
about to come to life for a
shortened season. “Canada will soon have big
league hockey again and
the world is back on a right
course,” Ed has been saying.
According to Ed, now
that I am retired with lots
of time and money, I should
take him to an NHL game
Neighbourly
advice
according
to Ed
–– a spiritual column
by contributor Raymond Maher
www.accordingtoed.com
in Winnipeg or Calgary
if I prefer. I can drive us
because Ed likes to sightsee and talk and driving
interferes with these two
favourite activities in a car.
Long car rides also make
him hungry and it is hard
to snack and drive and
not get the steering wheel
either sticky or greasy. I
told Ed I would chauffeur
him to either city for a
price. He pays for the cost
of the gas and both of our
tickets into the game. I also
offered to give him a bottle
of water and a good supply
of junk food for our trip.
I think that I have offered
Ed an outstanding deal,
but we are in a deadlock.
I would be willing to negotiate a deal with Ed about
our NHL excursion, but it
seems Ed is not ready to return to any talks soon. The
way I see it, time is on my
side, as I have lots of it now
and Ed does not.
Deadlocks seem pretty
common in life. Each side
has an expressed position
and neither side is open to
compromise or a change in
their position. Deadlocks
are standstills or standoffs,
as the opposed forces will
not budge.
The deadlock Jesus
had with Satan went from
standstill to breakthrough
and victory for Jesus.
Their standoff was played
out in the desert. Thankfully, Jesus could outtalk
and outsmart the devil for
the victory of good over
evil. Sadly, the devil can all
too often shoot the rest of
us down with temptations
for the victory of evil over
good.
The first temptation by
Satan challenged a starving Jesus to turn stones
into bread if he was the
Son of God. Although
Jesus had the power and
authority of God, he never
used it to show off. If we
know who we are, we need
not be tempted to prove it
to others. Jesus told the
tempter, “Man does not
live by bread alone but
on every word that comes
from the mouth of God.”
Next, the tempter took
Jesus to a high point of
the temple and told him
to jump off if he was the
Son of God, for angels
would catch him or keep
him from harm. Jesus, as
the Son of God, refused to
prove it to Satan. He told
the devil, “Do not put the
Lord your God to the test.”
Finally, the devil took
Jesus to a very high mountain and showed him all
the kingdoms and their
splendor. He said that it
can all be yours if you will
bow down and worship me.
Jesus answered, “Away
from me Satan! For it is
written: Worship the Lord
your God, and serve him
only.” Thankfully, with
God, good overcomes evil.
“I’m fine with that,” he said. “It tends to
get in the way of my texting.”
Michael Carrier, 45, was arrested for
soliciting prostitution in New Milford,
Conn. Most ‘Johns’ are arrested in police sting, but not Carrier. He was arrested for disturbing other customers at
a Friendly’s restaurant because, being
hard of hearing, he was shouting to the
prostitute the terms of their prospective
business arrangement.
Here is another dumb john. In Old Orchard Beach, Maine a man called the police with a legitimate complaint. He complained a prostitute had not given him his
money’s worth. Of course, the police arrested Scott Pipher and charged him with
engaging a prostitute. While he swore he
had been shortchanged by 10 minutes, police did arrest two prostitutes identified
by Pipher through a website.
Jacory Walker, 19, pleaded guilty to
bank robbery in Waxahachie, Texas and
was sentenced to 37 months in prison. He
made the blatant mistake of asking a teller to first access his account (he actually
gave her his Social Security number).
When he realized he had no money in his
account, he made the decision to pull the
robbery.
In Washington, D.C., Demarco Myles,
19, was arrested for rape after he made
a costly assumption. He was pretty sure
his second victim truly cared for him so
he left her his name and phone number,
hoping for a follow-up rendezvous.
An 18th-century chateau in France was
bulldozed to the ground because a crew
made a huge mistake. They took down the
entire mansion instead of an outbuilding
on the grounds. The owner, Russian businessman Dmitry Stroskin, was actually
not too upset. Instead, he plans to build an
identical chateau on the land.
David Zehntner prevented a theft from
his own Florida home. As he flew his
private plane over his home, he spotted
someone stealing his trailer. He radioed
in and Gary Haines, 59, of Stafford, Va.
was arrested and charged with theft.
In Oregon, Jacob Cox-Brown, 18, joked
on Facebook about driving drunk and
getting in a hit-and-run accident. His
“friends” saw the posting and reported
it to police. No one was injured in the accident, but two cars were damaged. “We
have used Facebook previously as an investigative tool, but this is the first time
I believe we have arrested someone who
posted they had committed the crime,”
explained Brad Johnston, deputy chief
of police in Astoria, Ore. The man has
been charged with two counts of “failing to perform the duties of a driver” by
not stopping and letting the cars’ owners
know about the accident and how to contact him.
A California homeowner had a Christmas display featuring more than 340,000
lights. According to Brad Dickson, astronauts on the International Space Station
asked him to dim the lights so they could
get some sleep.
Prince Charles and Camilla Parker
Bowles released a photo of their Christmas card for everyone in the U.K. to enjoy.
“How sincere is that?” asked Dickson.
“I want to personally wish you happy
holidays. It’s a picture of my Christmas
card.”
A report of a gun spotted at a St. Johns
County movie theatre caused serious
panic, but in the end it was discovered
that the “perpetrator” was only trying
to sneak a sub sandwich into the theatre,
not a shotgun!
Until next week . . . keep reading between the lines . . .
Sports and Recreation
The Point
After
The puck dropped
on the NHL season
over the
weekend. I provide
my thoughts on
how crucial it is to
have a quick start.
–– a sports column
by TWM reporter
Daniel Bushman
While local hockey
leagues wrap up regular
season play, the NHL hit
the ice for the first time
this year for its abbreviated
48-game season. Fans for
each of the 30 teams had to
be optimistic heading into
the year, especially since it
is a sprint to the finish as
opposed to a long 82-game
haul.
I, for one, am one of
those fans since I still
think the team I cheer for
- Calgary - needs to rebuild
but has chosen not to. The
team is giving it one more
gasp to try to get into the
postseason for the first
time in three years. With
a lot of aging veterans the
team is hoping that the
leadership and experience
will translate into success.
If they don’t get to the
postseason I would have to
expect they will dismantle
what they can and begin
retooling. Although that
should have been done a
few years ago so maybe
they will continue on the
path of finishing eighth or
lower.
In any case, there is always optimism when the start of
a new season arrives; you just never know.
As for the other teams in the league, youth and
determination may be the recipe for success. The Flames’
Alberta rival in Edmonton may be lining up for a nice
year. With lots of its stars playing in the American Hockey
League before the lockout ended, they are ready to slide
right into action and not miss a beat whereas other
teams may be behind the eight-ball, having to catch up
physically.
The Oilers need to bolster their netminding, though,
and if they do, might wind up going deep in the postseason,
if they can get there.
Other teams that could be fun to watch and should find
success include quite a few but Minnesota’s big signings in
the offseason; the Kings trying to defend the Stanley Cup;
Vancouver’s strength as a whole; the return of Sidney
Crosby; and even Carolina’s stocking up on talent could
all make them contenders. It all depends on a quick start
by each. If you were to take last year’s first 48 games, the
Kings would have missed the playoffs and the Leafs would
have been in so you just never know.
Regardless, it will be a dandy of a year.
Switching gears and sports, the NFL playoffs were
fun to watch as teams were narrowed down to four. Of
course, by now it is two teams but that was determined
after this went to press. The final four had Atlanta and
San Francisco in the NFC championship and Baltimore
against New England in the AFC championship. After the
Falcons built a 20-0 lead, they almost gave up their game
against Seattle. But I took them to beat the 49’ers being
on home turf, having the offensive weapons they do and a
decent defense. However, the two teams are so close that if
the game had been played in San Francisco, I would have
taken them to win instead.
On the other side, you can’t bet against a quarterback
like Tom Brady so I went with New England over Baltimore.
Brady is clutch and a phenomenal athlete, which helped
them get to the Super Bowl last season against New York.
He is a hard guy to beat and should be back in the Super
Bowl game again this year.
However, among the many storylines that can be found,
if Baltimore and San Francisco both won over the weekend
that would mean two brothers would be coaching against
each other in the Super Bowl. Both are head coaches for
their respective teams and it would be neat to see them
go head-to-head. If you were their parents, who would you
cheer for?
A similar situation came to mind after I typed that. In
the NHL during the Stanley Cup playoffs in 2003, Anaheim
played New Jersey. In that series, Scott Niedermayer
played for New Jersey while brother Rob was with the
Ducks. The pair’s mother was torn who to cheer for and
was a ball of nerves during the whole series.
Eventually New Jersey won in seven games, giving
Scott a Stanley Cup. However, the good news for their
mom is that the pair actually played together for Anaheim
a few years after and in 2007 the team won the Cup over
Ottawa in five games. That would be a sweet season for the
Niedermayer brothers and my brother who is a fan of the
team. That was also Anaheim’s first-ever Stanley Cup.
Taking aim
The Young/Watrous Comets
hosted Craik Jan. 11 in
a regular season matchup.
The Warriors skated away
with the win but not before
Young/Watrous was able to
score four goals, including
two from Jesse Dengler
(pictured #14).
Wheatland welcomes 2013
■ Daniel Bushman
The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
With just a few weeks
left in the regular season,
Wheatland teams were
shooting for some wins as
a logjam developed near
the top of the leaderboard
during the Christmas
period. Heading into 2013,
local clubs were hoping to
build on a few victories.
Allan was rolling as
it looked to end 2012 on
a high note. The Flames
were 6-0 in December as
they faced Dundurn on the
22nd. Allan doubled up the
Wheatkings 6-3, then was
home to Kinistino Dec. 29.
In that game, the Flames
skated away 7-4 victors.
The team’s first game
in 2013 was Jan. 8 against
Dundurn
where
they
shutout the Wheatkings
6-0. The Flames then hosted
Imperial Jan. 12 but lost 5-4
in overtime. Allan got back
in the win column against
Young/Watrous Jan. 13
with a 6-1 victory.
The team was in Young
Jan. 19 and travels to
Dundurn Jan. 26.
Holdfast looked for
some momentum late in
December after dropping
the first three of the
month. The Trackstoppers
faced Craik Dec. 22 but the
Warriors proved to be too
powerful, coming away
8-2 winners. Holdfast then
met Craik on home ice Dec.
29 and in that game lost a
close overtime contest 5-4.
In their final game of 2012,
the Trackstoppers met
Dundurn. In that game,
Holdfast fell 4-2.
The team played a pair
of games Jan. 4 and 5 in
St. Brieux and Kinistino.
However, they lost 6-4 and
7-3 and are seeking their
first win of the new year.
Holdfast was home to
Wakaw Jan. 11 where it
won 9-1 but then lost 5-4 to
Dundurn Jan. 12. The club
welcomed Craik Jan. 19
and Naicam Jan. 20.
The team heads to
Young Jan. 22 and is home
to Imperial Jan. 25. It then
travels to Imperial Jan. 26.
Imperial was eyeing
another
victory
after
shutting out Naicam Dec.
15. The Sabres were home
to Dundurn and outlasted
the Wheatkings by a 7-3
count. That was the club’s
last game in 2012; it was 3-2
in the month of December.
In January, the team
travelled to Craik where it
skated past the Warriors
in a 5-4 overtime victory.
The Sabres then went to
Dundurn where they lost
by a close 4-3 count.
With a 10-4 record,
Imperial went to Allan Jan.
12 and came away with an
overtime win. The Sabres
then hosted St. Brieux
Jan. 13 and added another
victory, this time 6-1.
The Sabres hosted Craik
Jan. 16 and were in Wakaw
Jan. 18. The team heads to
Holdfast Jan. 25 and then
has a return date with the
Trackstoppers Jan. 26.
Young/Watrous had
its sights set on a victory
Dec. 18 after going 1-3 in
the month. The team was
home to Allan and found
itself down 3-2 after one.
In the second, the Comets
scored four times led by
Kenny Dengler to take a
lead into the final period.
But the Flames countered
in the third with five
straight goals to take the
game 9-6.
That was the final game
in 2012 for the Comets who
faced Lake Lenore Jan.
4. In that game, Travis
Polkinghorne
got
the
Comets on the board first
but Lake Lenore countered
with a goal in the second.
After taking the lead
with an early third-period
goal, Lake Lenore gave one
up to Young/Watrous as
Daniel Hall found the back
of the net. Taylor Engele
assisted both the goals.
With the game tied,
the Comets regained the
lead as Kenny and Jesse
See page 12: WHL
Brackets unveiled as hockey
teams eye provincials
■ Daniel Bushman/The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
For local hockey teams entering provincial play this
season, the road has just begun. The Saskatchewan
Hockey Association released the draws earlier this
month and clubs from all over the province in different
age groups are hoping to make it to the top.
Starting in pee wee C, the Watrous Hawks received
a first-round bye and face Dodsland KDL. The winner of
that bracket will meet either Beardy’s or Spiritwood.
In pee wee D, the Viscount Vipers face Aberdeen in
the first round. Clavet is also in D and plays Naicam.
The winner of those brackets will face each other in the
next round.
In bantam C, the Clavet Cougars received a firstround bye and face Shellbrooke. The winner meets
either St. Walburg or Dundurn.
Also in C, but on the other side of the bracket are the
Watrous Hawks. They also got a first-round bye and face
Shaunavon. The winner takes on either Maple Creek or
Eatonia.
In midget C, the Watrous Hawks meet Hague in
round one. The winner takes on either Hudson Bay
or Beardy’s. Drake is also in C and meets Porcupine
Plain. The victor in that matchup faces Shellbrooke or
Maidstone. If both Watrous and Drake win their two
rounds, they would meet to advance to the provincial
final. They could meet Clavet who is on the other side of
the bracket and plays Wynyard in round one. If Clavet
wins that round, it faces either Wadena or Kipling.
In senior A, a handful of Long Lake Hockey League
teams are competing. Lanigan meets Wynyard in round
one while on the other side of the bracket Nokomis
faces Cupar while LeRoy faces off against Strasbourg.
If the Chiefs and Braves both win, they meet each other
in round two. The Pirates would see Dalmeny if they
win.
Watrous is also in senior A and gets an openinground bye. The Winterhawks are on the same side as
the Pirates and face Kindersley. The winner of that will
meet Bruno or Eatonia.
Davidson is competing in senior C this year and
draws Loreburn after a first-round bye. The winner
takes on Kyle or Gravelbourg. On the other side of the
bracket, the Wheatland Hockey League’s Allan Flames
face Wilkie after a first-round bye. The winner will play
Macklin or Lake Lenore, another Wheatland team.
In Senior D, Drake meets Porcupine Plain in round
one. The winner faces Dinsmore.
On the other side, the Wheatland’s Craik Warriors
meet Gull Lake with the winner playing Central Butte
or Leader. Holdfast plays Bethune in another first-round
matchup with the victor seeing Bredenbury.
Trails provide place
for skiers
January 21, 2013
Cross country skiers have been
tracking down the trails at Manitou Beach
and enjoying more snow than last year.
Trail volunteer Norm Painchaud said
he has heard some positive comments.
Painchaud added depending on the
weather they try to get out to groom the
trails set up around the beach.
Volunteer and member of the rec
board Ernie Kochylema said there are
three trails for cross country skiers to
use: around the golf course, through the
campground, and around the hall. “I think
they all total up around 10 kilometres.”
Kochylema said the shelter of the trees
has made for some nice trails through the
campground. “There are also a couple of
little hills. At the golf course we try and
stay around the trees.”
Both Kochylema and Painchaud tend
to the trails as much as possible. The
pair try to get out after snow falls and on
weekends to break trails for those who
want to cross country ski.
A sleigh-type unit with two runners
is pulled around to create the trails.
“Sometimes we will make different
ones.”
Kochylema said for the most part the
trails usually are not damaged, although
deer use them and at times those
snowshoeing or snowmobiling have gone
over them. “It is nice if they could try
and stay off to the side because it flattens
them out.”
Cross country skiers can use the trails
whenever they like and grooming will
continue until the end of March, weather
permitting.
Hawks fly to victory
The Watrous Pee Wee Hawks won the A side
against Saskatoon Renegades in the Tier III tournament hosted by the Saskatoon Knights the
weekend of Jan. 12 and 13. They were undefeated
in four games! Back row: Brad Ernst, Bill Hicks,
Tyce Masich, Tyler McWillie, Justin Yanoshewski,
Cole Dunham,Treyl Ernst,Troy Sundquist, Zachary
Yanoshewski, Sheldon Yanoshewski; middle row:
Rayner Frey, Rayne Holma, Keagan Rostie, Jacob
Wiebe, Sam Pilling; front row: Robbie Martin, Clay
Frey, Owen Hicks.
––photo submitted by Joanne Hammond
Basketball teams driving towards February
■ Daniel Bushman
The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
With January winding
down, local basketball
teams in Horizon School
Division are shooting for
wins and aiming for a shot
at playoffs.
The Watrous senior
girls team is in the west
league this year. After
starting the season 1-1, the
team met Muenster Jan.
10 and came away 39-25
winners. The girls hosted
Wakaw Jan. 17 before
wrapping up the month in
St. Brieux Jan. 24.
Before the Wildcats
game Jan. 17, St. Brieux
sat first at 3-0 followed by
Watrous at 2-1, Muenster
at 1-1, Humboldt at 1-3 and
Wakaw at 0-2.
The league final takes
place in March along with
conference, regional and
provincial play.
It is a close race in the
senior boys blue league,
with Humboldt in first at
3-0 followed by Watrous
and Kelvington at 2-1,
Middle Lake at 2-2, St.
Brieux at 1-1, Lake Lenore
at 0-1 and Imperial at 0-4.
Watrous
faced
Kelvington Jan. 8 and won
74-30 and then defeated
Imperial Jan. 15 by a 60-46
score. The Wildcats will be
home to Lake Lenore Jan.
22 to wrap up the month.
Imperial lost to St.
Brieux Jan. 8 and then to
Watrous on the 15th. The
team ends January in
Middle Lake Jan. 22nd.
The
league
final
takes place Mar. 5 with
provincial action later in
March.
The senior boys gold
league saw Viscount get
its first win Jan. 8. The
team defeated Wakaw 12226.
The team met Watson
Jan. 15 and finishes the
month against the same
team.
Wakaw sits first at 2-1
followed by Viscount at
1-0, Kawacatoose at 1-1
and Watson at 0-2.
The
league
final
takes place Mar. 5 with
provincial action later in
March.
Watrous
leads
the
way in the junior girls
southwest league at 3-0.
The Wildcats beat St.
Dominic Jan. 14 by a 5217 count. The team had
to reschedule a game
against Humboldt and
its last game of January
is the 24th when it faces
Humboldt once more.
The league final is Feb.
14, pre-districts are Feb.
26 and districts take place
Mar. 2.
In the junior boys
central league, Watrous
started
the
year
at
1-3. After losing to St.
Augustine and Humboldt,
the team got its first win,
beating St. Dominic.
The Wildcats were
home to St. Augustine
Jan. 14 but lost 36-29. They
face St. Dominic Jan. 21.
The league final is Feb.
11, pre-districts Feb. 26
and districts Mar. 2.
LLHL clubs shooting for goals in 2013
January 21, 2013
Closing in on the end of the Long Lake Hockey
League regular season, the six clubs - including Drake
and Watrous - have been vying for a grasp of top spot.
The Winterhawks have been holding on to first place as
they began last week with a one-point advantage over
Lanigan. The Canucks, meanwhile, sat fifth, 12 points
behind Watrous.
Watrous headed into its Christmas break with wins
against Lanigan and Drake. The Winterhawks then
suited up Dec. 28 against Nokomis. In that contest, both
Watrous and Nokomis were able to find the back of the
net but the Winterhawks prevailed 10-5 in Nokomis.
Watrous returned home a night later against LeRoy but
fell behind 1-0 early in the first period. The Winterhawks
evened the score with 3:54 left as Craig Olynick and Kirk
Moore set up Adam Slobodzian.
In the second period, Watrous scored once as Moore
On the move
The Watrous Winterhawks have been holding down top spot in the
Long Lake Hockey League standings this year.The Winterhawks end
the regular season this Saturday at home. –– Daniel Bushman/TWM
got a pass from Josh Elder and Justin Nicholson. The
Braves countered with a pair to take a 3-2 lead into the
third.
In the final 20 minutes, LeRoy added to its lead with
a goal by Charlie Patrick. Watrous came back to make it
4-3 after a goal by Patrick Ullyott. The team then evened
the game late in the period with Zak Pankhurst and
Slobodzian setting up defenseman Woody Klassen.
The matchup needed an extra frame and LeRoy found
the game winner as Regan Nabseth beat goaltender
Adam Bartko to take a 5-4 victory.
In the team’s first game of 2013, Watrous hosted
Davidson Jan. 5.
The Cyclones were first to score as Clint Moore made it
1-0 less than five minutes into the game. The Winterhawks
countered shortly after, though, with a shot by forward
Travis Eggum who scored his 20th of the season. Byron
Bitz and Elder added the assists.
Then late in the opening period, Pankhurst got the
team in front with a pass from Ullyott to make it 2-1.
In the second period, Watrous added to its lead with
Slobodzian’s fourth goal of the season from Brent Sather
and Ben Bitz.
Three minutes after that goal, with 15:37 left in the
second, Elder scored to make it 4-1. Eggum and Byron
Bitz added the helpers.
Then with the powerplay, Watrous made it 5-1 with a
Bryon Bitz shot from Elder and Klassen.
That was it for scoring for the rest of the contest and
Watrous collected its 10th win of the year.
The club travelled to Davidson Jan. 9 where it lost 5-2.
It was in Lanigan Jan. 12 and teams were tied after one
after the Winterhawks evened the score when Woody
Klassen scored from Ullyott and Moore.
In the second, Watrous scored a shorthanded goal
thanks to Byron Bitz but in the third, Lanigan got
its second powerplay goal of the game to send it to
overtime. Teams then had to go to a shootout where the
Winterhawks got the win 3-2.
The team returned home to face Nokomis Jan. 15 and
headed to Nokomis Jan. 19.
Watrous heads to Drake Jan. 22 and then hosts
Davidson Jan. 26 where the team will retire long-time
netminder Craig Anderson’s jersey. That also marks the
final game of the regular season for the Winterhawks.
Drake was looking to end 2012 on a high note and
tangled with Davidson Dec. 28 where it got on the board
first. The Canucks’ Jordan Schindel scored with just
under eight minutes left in the opening period from Matt
Rintoul and Steve Schroeder to make it 1-0.
Then with 21 seconds remaining, Steve scored from
brother Scott to go up 2-0.
In the second period, Davidson cut the lead in half with
a powerplay marker but Drake replied with a powerplay
goal of its own as Brad Schroeder made it 3-1.
In the final period, Drake scored an early goal as Rick
Toman and Nick Kalnicki set up Jadon Potter and the
Canucks went up 4-1. A goal by the Cyclones and a late
tally from Scott Schroeder made the score 5-2 and that
was how the contest ended.
Drake hit the ice in LeRoy to begin 2013 and after the
Braves took a 1-0 lead, the Canucks evened the score with
Rintoul finding Kyle Bergen with 6:45 remaining in the
opening period. LeRoy replied a few minutes later and
took a 2-1 advantage into period two.
In the second, Drake netted a pair of goals - one by
Potter and the other from Schindel - before LeRoy
responded with eight seconds left.
With a 3-3 game, teams headed into the third where
Toman scored his seventh of the year from Kalnicki and
Brad Schroeder. Up by one, Drake scored a powerplay
marker as Nolan Blair and Danny Ewen fed Bergen for
his second of the game to make it 5-3 with just under 12
minutes to play.
LeRoy countered at the 14:10 mark with a goal by
Garret Miskolezi and it was 5-4. Drake headed to the
powerplay again and got another tally with the man
advantage thanks to a Kalnicki shot from Potter and
Brad Schroeder.
The Braves added another goal but it was not enough
and Drake skated away 6-5 winners.
With a pair of wins, the Canucks looked to take down
Lanigan Jan. 4. However, the Pirates had other plans and
scored once in the first, once in second and three times in
the third to win 5-0.
That put the brakes on the Canucks’ winning streak.
Drake faced Lanigan in a rematch of sorts Jan. 9 but
came up on the losing end 6-2.
They then travelled to Davidson Jan. 11 where they
lost in a shootout 5-4. The Canucks were back on home
ice Jan. 12 against LeRoy but were blanked 11-0.
The team was home to Nokomis Jan. 18 and hosts
Watrous Jan. 22. The Canucks head to LeRoy Jan. 23 and
host Lanigan Jan. 25 to finish the regular season.
Country Connection
Liberty
Faye Anderson • 847-2035
We were sorry to hear of the death of
Bryant Loeppky in Moose Jaw Jan. 9. The
funeral service was held in Moose Jaw
Funeral Home Saturday, Jan. 12. Sunday,
Jan. 13, Bob Loeppky and his son were
out to visit Eugene and Carolyn Wolff for
a couple of hours.
Also, we received word on the passing
of Earl Mansell in Nokomis Jan. 13. We
send out our sympathies to these families.
Randy and Janice Tannahill are enjoying holidaying in Hawaii for a few weeks.
I have been talking to sister Linda in
Fort Lauderdale several times and she said
the temperature in that part of Florida is
at least 10˚ higher than other years at this
time and sister Donna and Earl are in Texas
and their weather has been very cool compared to most years as has Arizona temps.
I guess it would all feel good compared to
our temps here, especially with those raw
winds! I guess we will try and get away in
another week, so we will find out.
Tuesday, Jan. 15, sister Bonnie Beaton
flew to Mesa, Ariz. for a two-week holiday.
Manitou Beach
Sue Alcock
Cash for community
Wendy Gullacher, district council member for the
Simpson branch of Affinity Credit Union (left) and
Gaylene Sundquist, business development manager
for Affinity, present Paul Gosselin representing Imperial Play School with $1,050.The funds are from
Affinity’s community development grant.
Hello folks, I hope you
all enjoyed the balmy, rainy
weather Tuesday, Jan. 15.
The ice was no fun though.
Arnie Strueby, the King
of Danceland is now home.
Congratulations from the
community Arnie on your
recovery.
Do plan to attend the
Watrous-Manitou
Beach
Heritage Centre informational meeting in the Heritage Room at the Watrous
Civic Centre. The more in
attendance, the better for
this worthy cause. The date
is Wednesday, Jan. 23 and
you have probably already
seen the ad in last week’s
paper. This is the time to
voice your ideas and suggestions.
Community
condolences to the family of the
young man who took his
life in Wellington Park - a
very sad and difficult time
for the family. Our thoughts
are with you.
Book club members met
Jan. 15 and discussed King
Lear and his dreadful estate
planning. All in all, a good
evening, especially Fern’s
luncheon afterwards. Next
month Butter Down the
Well will be up for dissection. Author Robert Collins
from Shamrock, Sask. sets
the book of reflections of a
Canadian childhood in the
1920s and 1930s. I wonder if
it bears any resemblance to
books of that era by James
Grey?
Have a good week folks,
Sue.
Imperial moving
forward in 2013
January 21, 2013
Looking ahead to 2013 is the focus of
Imperial’s new mayor Ronald Klenk who
was elected this past fall. Klenk said he is
quite optimistic about the future of the
town and school.
Klenk is hoping to get back to the
community’s tree-trimming program and
to look at doing some street maintenance.
The program, which has been done in the
past, allows the trees to be kept tidy.
Growth has also been seen in various
places across the province and Klenk said
Imperial has lots ready to go. While some
are not serviced yet, they are available for
residents to purchase.
Klenk added he hopes to develop
a positive relationship with the new
ownership at Rite Way. After the company
switched hands, Klenk said he is planning
to keep in touch with the company.
“Lots are ready to go if they wish to
move stuff in.”
The community is also looking at
changing its cable system from analog
to digital HD. “It is in the works and
hopefully by the end of the month we will
be changing.”
Klenk also hopes to get a doctor to come
on board in Imperial but understands that
a physician shortage is an issue in many
places across Saskatchewan.
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Cash for community
Wendy Gullacher, district council member for the
Simpson branch of Affinity Credit Union (left) and
Gaylene Sundquist, business development manager for Affinity, present Gloria Nimchuk repre-
senting Simpson Centennial Centre and the Village
of Simpson with $2,219.90 and $680, respectively.
The funds are from Affinity’s community development grant.
Simpson
Elaine Wilson • 836-4711
Tammy Federspiel of Calgary was
home to spend Christmas with her parents
Brian and Sandra Federspiel and stayed
for the funeral of her grandfather Merlin
Federspiel. Also here for the funeral were
Brian’s sister Lynn and brother-in-law
Jim Reid from Langley, B.C.
Our sympathy to the Stein family on the
death of Stacey Stein. He will be missed
by all his family and many friends. Stacey
spent his whole life at Simpson.
Harold Crawford of Guelph, Ont. spent
time with his brother Allan Crawford and
also visited with other family. Also visiting Allan were his son Rodney and daughter-in-law Tanis Crawford and family of
Meadow Lake.
Simpson Homemakers
Simpson Homemakers met Jan. 9 at
the home of Deanie McKay.
The meeting opened with creed and
roll call with 11 members. We welcomed
new member Lori Crawford.
Diane Richardson read minutes of the
last meeting and Colleen Hunt gave the
treasurer’s report. Sadie Gullacher gave
the floral report.
We will donate to the Watrous School
of Dance, discussed the ladies night out
for fall and made a donation in memory
of Jean Taylor to the diabetes association.
The raffle was won by Holly Crawford.
Next meeting will be at Holly Crawford’s.
Plunkett
Deloris Wilson (Sutherland) • 944-4852
The Plunkett Community Centre is holding breakfasts Saturday mornings. So far they had good turnouts
and anyone is welcome to attend.
Layne and Sylvia Duke were away to Edmonton to
spend Christmas with their family.
Congratulations to Trevor Lees of Saskatoon and
Carol Dionne who will be married Feb. 2 in Meadow
Lake. Trevor is the son of Jim and Janet Lees, formerly
of Humboldt.
Jan. 8, the Plunkett Friendship Club cancelled cards
and the potluck supper due to flu and colds.
There are several deer roaming around Plunkett at
nights. Our back yard is full of deer tracks. We had to
put a snow fence around our cedar trees as they were eating them.
David and Lyla Muench spent Christmas with their
daughter Heather and son-in-law Steven Watt and family
at Kitscoty, Alta. During Christmas week they visited
their mother Edyth Ptolemy at Dinsmore. David and
Lyla spent a couple of weeks holidaying in Puerto Rico
and said it was very hot.
Visiting in Watrous with Ellen Farago were her
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daughter Gail and son-in-law Bob Lawson of Regina and
Don Farago of Moose Jaw.
Congratulations to Curtis and Lindsay Olah of Calgary on the birth of their son James. He is a great grandson to Jim and Jean Olah of Watrous and a grandson to
Gerald and Inger Olah of Plunkett.
Bob and Renee Clavelle had all their family home for
the Christmas season. They were all at their daughter
Tammy and Travis Peters at Clavet for Christmas Day.
Anyone having any news, please phone me at 944-4852.
Thank you.
From page eight:
WHL
Dengler set up Cody
Tkachuk with 11:04 left in
the third. But Lake Lenore
scored two goals less than
a minute apart and then
added another as it skated
to a 5-3 win.
The Comets travelled to
Craik for a Jan. 5 matchup
and the Warriors took a 3-2
advantage into the second.
Craik added another before
the Comets got to within
one on a goal by Jesse
Dengler - his second of the
game.
Down 4-3, the Comets
tied the game but that would
be all the goals for Young/
Watrous. The Warriors
went on to win 9-4.
The Comets were home
to the Warriors Jan. 11 and
got an early powerplay to
start the game. However,
Craik was able to kill it off.
Teams traded powerplay
opportunities later in the
first period but with 52
seconds left in the first
period, Craik struck first.
In the second, the
Warriors jumped out to
a 2-0 lead after an early
goal. Comets’ netminder
Mitch McMann made some
timely saves to keep the
game within reach but the
Warriors received another
powerplay and a shot
from the blueline cuffed
McMann to make it 3-0 with
8:41 remaining.
The Comets responded
late in the middle frame
thanks to a Brett McMann
slapshot from Christopher
Osmak
and
Travis
Polkinghorne.
After having the lead
cut, Craik responded off
the draw and made it 4-1.
Then with 47 seconds left
in the period, the Warriors’
Josh Richardson scored his
third of the game to make
it 5-1.
In the third period,
Young/Watrous
tried
to climb back and Cody
Tkachuk took a pass from
Polkinghorne to get the
team’s second of the game.
Jesse Dengler added a
pair but in a losing cause as
the Warriors got one more
and won 6-4.
The Comets headed
west to Allan Jan. 13 where
they lost 6-1. They were
in Dundurn Jan. 15 and
hosted Allan Jan. 19.
This week, the Comets
are home to Holdfast Jan.
22, travel to Wakaw Jan. 26
and host St. Brieux Jan. 27.
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Wednesday, January 23
7:30 • Heritage Room
What kind of facility would you like?
We want your input!
The Concept:
1) The history of our communities of Watrous
& Manitou Beach needs to be preserved;
2) The Heritage Centre needs to be an eyecatching, attractive and larger facility that
our communities can be proud of;
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valuable addition to the tourism of our area.
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Rec report
■ submitted by Jill Simpson/Watrous
The Watrous arena has been packed
with action over the last few months
with learn-to-skate, minor hockey, senior hockey, rec hockey, public skating
and shinny. Minor hockey weekend took
place Jan. 4 and 5 and was once again a
huge success. In order to provide more
recreational skating, I am going to try
to schedule more public skating in open
slots when there is the opportunity, on
top of the regularly-scheduled times. To
see an up-to-date arena schedule please
visit www.townofwatrous.com/watrousarenacalendar.
The Watrous rec board is grateful to
have received funding from the Affinity
Credit Union community development
fund to support the Watrous youth soccer league. With this funding we will be
able to purchase some new nets as well
as balls to help with the program. The
Forever…In Motion training sessions
put on by Saskatoon Health Region were
supposed to be held in January and February; however, due to low enrolment
they have been postponed until the end
of February and March. The Forever…
In Motion program is a provincial strategy to help keep older adults active. The
program is open to anyone age fifty-five
and older. Sessions are aimed at training
peer leaders who could then potentially
teach the exercises in the community;
no experience is needed!
The Prairie Central District for Sport
Culture and Recreation will be hosting a
cultural gathering in our district sometime in the spring. I have submitted an
expression to potentially host this event
in Watrous in early April. We will hear
further about this opportunity in the
coming months.
Watrous is one of three communities
that was chosen to host the Prairie Central District for Sport Culture and Recreation “PLAY Project”, which stands
for Plan, Lead, Activate Youth. This
project will take place in April and will
be a three-day strategic planning session aimed at analyzing the after-school
programming needs of our community.
Members of the community from various sectors are invited to be part of this
planning process so that we can provide
a range of opportunities to engage our
youth!
It is that time of year again to start
thinking about Sask Lotteries Community Grant Program. In the next
few months, those community groups
who received funding will be required
to submit a follow-up report, so make
sure your projects are complete! As
Packing the rink
The Watrous Centennial Arena has been bustling
with activity as minor hockey teams, senior hockey
including the Winterhawks (pictured), public skating and learn-to-skate have hit the ice.
well, it was announced that funding will
be available for the program again this
year, and due to strong lottery sales in
Saskatchewan the per capita amount
has been increased by 10 per cent. Follow-up reports and application forms
will be mailed out to community groups
in a couple months.
If you have questions, comments, or
concerns about anything recreation related, or if you would like to add to the
monthly rec report, please contact Jill
Simpson at 946-3369 or email watrousrecreation@sasktel.
–– file photo
Being safe while snowmobiling
■ Daniel Bushman
The Watrous Manitou
January 21, 2013
Copious
amounts
of snow can be found
throughout large areas of
the province and that has
snowmobilers salivating
over hitting the open
trails. With the riding
season rolling, the Watrous
RCMP,
Saskatchewan
Safety Council and SGI
are reminding people to be
careful when riding.
Driving a snowmobile
is a major contributing
factor to deaths and
injuries in the province.
Watrous Sergeant Sean
Porter and Saskatchewan
Government
Insurance
(SGI) agree that risky
behaviour, speed, alcohol
and unfamiliarity with
the terrain or the machine
are major factors in deaths
and injuries.
Porter said riders should
be particularly aware of
freshly-fallen snow that
can hide thin ice, ditches,
rocks, branches, drainage
pipes and depressions. He
added that snowmobile
riders should ensure the
ice they travel on is thick
enough on lakes and
reservoirs. Those heading
out should also be careful
when it comes to fields.
Porter said people using
snowmobiles should be
cautious and know where
fences are.
SGI
listed
various
ways to be safe while
enjoying the outdoors on a
snowmobile:
• Always wear a helmet;
• Never drive faster
than 80 km/h or the posted
speed limit, including
the speed limit posted on
designated
snowmobile
trails;
• Never ride after
drinking alcohol;
• At night, make sure
your
headlight
and
taillight are working;
• At night, reduce your
speed and do not ride
alone;
• Follow at a reasonable
and safe distance;
•
Avoid
unfamiliar
terrain, especially lakes
and streams;
•
Wear
reflective
clothing and;
• If
you have a
passenger, make sure they
are wearing a helmet and
proper clothing.
In addition to wearing
a helmet, it is important
to wear proper clothing
like snowsuits, protective
goggles if the helmet does
not have a shield, mitts
WINTER
SAVINGS
TRACTORS
‘11 JD 9530T
‘08 JD 9430T
‘08 JD 7330 MFWD w/741 Ldr.
‘07 JD 9530T
‘97 JD 9400
SEEDING
‘08 SeedMaster 60-12 A/D
‘06 JD 1910 - 430 bu. TBH Cart
‘05 SeedHawk 60-12 AD w/397 Tank
‘02 JD 1900 145 bu.
and gloves, and boots and
socks.
People
with
snowmobiles in town are
allowed to travel from their
residence to out of town,
essentially from point A to
point B, said Porter.
For
more
on
snowmobile regulations
and other information
throughout the province,
people can head to www.
sasksnowmobiling.sk.ca
Serving the communities to offer a complete line
of insurance options designed to meet your needs.
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Ph: 306.259.2020
Fax: 306.259.2010
Colonsay
Ph: 306.255.2030
Fax: 306.255.2009
www.wrightins.saskbrokers.com
HAYING
‘02 MacDon MC 1216 16’ Pull Type Conditioner
‘02 CIH HDX 182 18’ Hay Head
18’ 895 Head for 4895
COMBINES
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2- JD 9760
‘01 JD 9650 STS
‘89 JD 9500
8- JD 9770s
2- JD S680 S
‘90 JD 9500
SWATHERS
‘06 CIH WDX 1202 w/36’
3- JD 4895 w/HB 36s + 30’
‘02 Premier 2952 w/36’ 960
‘99 Westward 9300 w/36’ 960
‘98 MD 1900 30’ Pulltype w/pickup reel
PLATFORMS
2- MD 974 Draper 36’
3 - MD FD 70 35’
MD 974 Draper 30’
3-JD 930 Flex
MD FD 70 40’
SPRAYERS
‘10 JD 4730
‘08 Miller Condor A75
‘05 NH SF 110
‘96 Willmar 765
‘95 Patriot Wide Trax
3-JD 4830s
WINTER HOURS
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
CLOSED: Saturday & Sunday
Ex-Cell Hearing Centres Ltd.
You’ll be amazed at what you hear!
Watrous Chiropractic Clinic
107D – 3rd Avenue East
Watrous, SK
If you wish to see us for a hearing test
or service on your existing product;
call to book your appointment.
We have been serving
Saskatchewan since 1977.
Next Clinic Date:
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Monday,
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TuesdayJan.
Nov.
Karen Schneider BC-HIS
1-800-667-1124
Watrous, SK
Ph: 946-3362
Fax: 946-3898
www.excellhearing.com
13014MF00
Dorothy Wolter • 363-2148
Condolences to the Jones family of
Nokomis on Allan’s passing at the age
of 89. The funeral home of Strasbourg
was in care of arrangements.
Jan. 13, George, Marie and family of
Beechy graced the Sunday service at
Drake North Star Mennonite.
Drake Community for Seniors was
held Jan. 15 for noon dinner. Barb Gibney, Linda Schmidt and Lois Ewert did
the honours. Twenty-three attended.
Jan. 16, the Drake Silver Sages held
their monthly supper. Twenty-five or so
attended.
John Bartel travelled to Winnipeg not
only to shovel snow, but help a couple
renovate the home that they bought.
Jan. 15, the Villa and the Manor
helped Mary Bergen celebrate a birthday in the Villa. Attending were: Doreen
Snider, Mary Ann Bartel, Mary Schmidt
from the Manor and Florence Boechler,
Dorothy Wolter and host Katherine
Funk attended from the Villa. Missing
were Edna Meikle and Marg Bartel.
Snow, rain and a high of 5˚C occurred
Jan. 15.
I still collect milk jugs and cartons.
Jan. 15, Ben Bartel and his children
Jacob and Felix popped into visit grandma Marg Bartel.
Get well wishes, thinking of and
prayers for children, bus drivers, teachers, doctors, nurses, caregivers, folks in
the hospital, in lodges, members mourning the loss of a loved one and anyone at
home and not feeling up to par.
Colonsay
Florence Halvorson • 255-2358
Darlene Baczuk spent
the Christmas season
with her mother Margaret
Baczuk in Kipling. Christmas Day, Andrew Baczuk
who is in the Kipling Care
Home was brought out for
the day. He was joined by
his son Barry and daughter-in-law Cindy, his son
Bob and his fiancée Darcy
and her two children.
Darlene and her mom
spent New Year’s Eve at
the Bear Claw Lodge to
ring in 2013. Darlene’s
niece, Kelly and her husband Greg and their two
children Nicholas and Isabella spent an afternoon
visiting Margaret and
Darlene.
Pat Brown from Cardiff, Wales was a house
guest of Darlene’s over
the Christmas season, as
well as the first two weeks
of January. She was here
to be with her brother
Brian Rowlands during
his unfortunate terminal
illness. My thoughts and
prayers were always with
Pat, Cathy, Danielle, Peter,
Matthew, Rudy and Gareth
during this very sad time.
Rummoli was played at
the seniors centre Jan. 7.
Lunch was served by Barry
and Betty Rugg. Just a reminder to anyone interested in playing cards, we
are now doing this every
Monday afternoon for the
winter months.
Bowling results from
Jan. 8: ladies high single
tied by Joan Campbell and
Florence Halvorson, 159
and ladies high triple, Joan
Campbell, 430. Men’s high
single - Orest Romanuik,
227 and high triple 596.
Get well wishes to
Garth Blachford who was
a hospital patient.
Hope everyone is staying inside and keeping
warm and healthy.
Viscount
Sandra Reid • 944-2182
We have friends that
are presently travelling
by vehicle in areas like
Florida, Dakotas, Missouri, Alabama and New
Orleans. They have had a
few different climate changes to drive through. Does
sound like an awesome
trip with lots of sightseeing,
St. Alphonse School
is back to their regular
routine. The students are
learning the basics of
cross-country skiing, going skating and are busy
skipping in preparation
for the “skip rope for the
heart” taking place Jan 29.
Viscount Central School
joined St. Alphonse School
for their student retreat
Friday, Jan. 18. Not only
did they learn, but had a
blast while doing so.
Karen Dale and Gerri
Dieno served breakfast
to 16 starving customers who braved the -25˚C
cool streak. Greg Wagner
won the lucky loonie. The
seniors will hold a meeting Thursday, Jan. 24 at
the Friendship Centre on
Amhurst Ave. All are welcome.
Congrats to Amy and
Adam on the arrival of
their baby girl Olivia
Please be advised that three dimensional (3D) seismic exploration program is planned for the
Colonsay/Watrous area (see map below).
This regional seismic program is being conducted on behalf of BHP Billiton Canada Inc. by RPS
Boyd PetroSearch in order to assess potential potash mineralization.
The seismic process involves sending vibrations into the earth and measuring the returning
waves. The energy source is dynamite and the program will mainly be conducted on private
lands and some crown lands. As hunting season approaches, please be aware of our
workers in the field. If you would like more information, please contact our landowner liaison,
Larry Kitchen.
Exploration Company: RPS Boyd PetroSearch
Field Operations: October 2012 through to February 2013
Program Names: 2012 Wolverine 3D, 2012 Young SW 3D, 2012 Young NE 3D
There was an interesting event in Bruno at the
Bruno Arts Bank. A local
resident Janet Manderscheid has spent much of
her time putting together
a beautiful Victorian era
doll house complete with
handmade
chandeliers
that really light up! She has
created beautiful rooms
such as a church setting,
a music room with a piano
and a sewing room.
The dance club is in
full swing and preparing recital and competition pieces. They collect
bottles for fundraising all
throughout the year. Piano
is underway again after a
holiday break. There was
a very nice Christmas recital at Dot’s in December
and will be another one in
the spring. This puts Dot’s
piano to good use and of
course she makes it special
with a strawberry shortcake or another delicious
dessert. The students are
planning a road trip to see
an accomplished pianist
in Saskatoon. It is so awesome to have music back
in Viscount Place. The enthusiasm for doing innovative events with the students from teacher Rachel
Lempke is awesome.
Sweet: life itself.
Sour: freezing rain.
Best wishes to anyone
who is under the weather. I
hope you feel better soon.
RAYGLEN COMMODITIES INC.
–– Saskatoon, SK
1-800-729-4536
****PUBLIC NOTICE****
Please note that unless you are contacted, your lands are not being entered.
property will be accessed without prior consent.
Sarah who arrived Jan. 12.
Happy grandparents are
Cliff and Sal Carlson.
Bowling: LHS - Natasha
Hanson, 240; LHT - Natasha
Hanson, 609; MHS - Bernie
Vossen, 242; MHT - Bernie
Vossen, 619; THS - Witkowicz, 799; THT - Witkowicz,
2308.
I am so excited for the
adult drama Senior Follies
Mar. 20, 22 and 23. A great
performance needs a lot of
volunteers!
Congrats to Anthony
and Amanda Penner on
the birth of their son
Anthony Oliver Penner.
Proud grandparents are
Pat and Arlene Clavelle
of Viscount and Rick and
Karen Penner of Saskatoon.
There is going to be a
changing of the paintings
at Dot’s Restaurant in the
not too distant future. For
a few months now there
has been work displayed by
Dee Lowe, Bailey Comeault
and Jasmine Phillips. It
will be replaced by new
paintings with people in
them by Dee Lowe. The
people are friends, family
and anyone else whose
photograph may inspire
her. This will be on display
for a few months.
No private
The following are prices for Jan. 17, 2013. Prices accurate
at time of printing and subject to change without notice.
Drake
Tired of taking a price? Set your own price at
www.rayglen.com. Local service, national presence.
LOOKING FOR ALL TYPES OF RED LENTILS
FLAX:
Milling Brown: $14.30/bu Fob Jan/Apr
Yellow Flax: $18.50/bu Fob Feb/Mar
PEAS:
Yellow: $8.50/bu Fob Jan/Feb
Green: 2cw: $15.00/bu Jan/Feb
Maples: $14.00/bu Fob Jan/Feb
BARLEY: $5.00 Fob Jan/Feb
FEED WHEAT: $7.25 Fob Jan/Feb
OATS:
2CW: $3.30 Fob Jan/Feb
3CW: $3.15 Fob Jan/Feb
CANARYSEED: $0.27 Fob Jan/Feb
LENTILS:
Laird: #1 $0.20/lb Fob Jan/Feb
Estons: #1 $0.23/lb Fob Jan/Feb
Richlea: #1 $0.19/lb Fob Jan/Feb
Reds: #2 $0.195/lb Fob Jan/Feb
CANOLA: $13.50 Fob Jan/Feb
“Make us an offer”
Annual Winter Auction
Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013; 10:00 a.m.
Meacham, Sask.
Directions from Saskatoon:
39 miles E on Hwy #5 & 2 miles S on Hwy #2
Farm, Shop & Lawn Equip., Vehicles, Power Tools, Party Tents,
Storage Buildings, Corral Panels & Gates, Driveway Gate,
Vending Machines, Household, Collectibles & Antiques, Coins
& Bills, New items & much more.
COMING SOON – Antique & Collectible Auction
Saturday, Feb. 23rd, 2013
For a complete listing visit our website
www.nelsonsauction.com or call 306-944-4320.
For further information, please contact the following:
Larry Kitchen, Landowner Liaison
Christina Stewart Permit Coordinator
Phone: 306.621.0251
Toll Free: 1.800.663.8943
TWM salutes Watrous Minor Hockey
Employment Opportunity
Part-time help required
at Subway in Watrous.
Drop off resume.
resume
Recruitment of Carlton Trail
Regional College Board Members
Carlton Trail Regional College (CTRC) provides quality
education, training and career services to enhance personal and community development for learners in the
Carlton Trail Region. The CTRC Board is seeking expressions of interest from individuals with interest in post-secondary education and labour market development, and a
commitment to effective board governance, to serve on
the Board of CTRC.
The Board provides vision and strategic direction for
the College, ensures financial and operational integrity
through its Chief Executive Officer, and reports to the Minister as set out in the Regional Colleges Act.
Candidates of choice will have demonstrated knowledge,
skills and experience in some of the following areas:
leadership, governance, post-secondary education, government or institution operations, community development, law, finance, business management, risk management, communications/marketing, and human resources/
labour relations.
Board members will be selected to represent the diversity
of the population and the sectors served by the College.
Appointments will be made by the Lieutenant Governor in
Council for a term of one to three years with the possibility of renewal for a second three-year term. Legislation
prescribes that Board members must live in the Carlton
Trail Region.
Candidates are invited to submit a resume illustrating
their interest and qualifications no later than February 28,
2013 to:
Carlton Trail Regional College
Attention: Board Chairperson
P.O. Box 720
Humboldt, SK S0K 2A0
Confidential fax: 1-306-682-1348
[email protected]
For more information and a map of the region covered
by CTRC, visit the College’s website at www.ctrc.sk.ca
or inquire by telephone with the CEO,
Dr. Ivan Yackel at (306) 682-6851.
WANTED:
Cleaning
person
Phone
946-2499
for details
and ask
for Carl
or Jackie.
FRONT DESK AGENT
Required for Hotel.
Full or Part-time position available.
Wage is negotiable, based on experience.
Must be able to work weekends,
morning and evening shifts.
Excellent group health/dental plan available.
Email resume to
[email protected]
or fax resume to 306-946-3622
REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY
Journeyman
Automotive
Technician
for a large progressive General Motors
dealer in central Saskatchewan.
Top wages paid in flat rate shop. Excellent benefit
package along with company pension plan.
Would consider a 2nd or 3rd year apprentice.
Contact:
Watrous Mainline Motors, Watrous, SK.
Gerald Merrifield or Don Campbell 306-946-3336
SIMPSON CO-OP
is looking for a
Fuel Truck Driver
➦
Will include other duties such as ordering fuel
and oil, making out invoices and helping out at
garage when needed.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable
candidate is found.
For more information contact
Wendy or Dennis at 306-836-2055.
Send resume to:
Simpson Co-op
Box 310
Simpson, SK S0G 4M0
VEHICLE CLEANING
¢
• Inside • Outside • Shampooing • Etc.
Call Carol to book an appointment
at Watrous Mainline’s detailing building:
946-2351 • 102 - 1st St. E.
~ Watrous Mainline Motor Products Ltd. ~
–– photos courtesy Clix Photography/Fawne Inkster
Connie Anderson
& Lynn Gradin
Wadena, SK
Windows installed August 2011.
“The crew was very good, even
though it was 90º above on the
south side where they were working.
The clean up was great. Never had
such clean windows.”
NORTHOME COMFORT WINDOWS
Toll Free: 1-866-Foam Lake
www.northomecomfortwindows.com
LAST CHANCE!
Pick up a daily,
weekly or monthly
planner at the
Watrous Manitou
before it’s too late!
We do catering!
Up to 200+
Weddings,
family reunions
and more!!
15 years experience!!
Give us a call!!
JOHN’S
Plate
FAMILY DINING
“Where quality matters”
946-2314 • Watrous
CONSTRUCTION HELP
Construction
Labourers/Apprentices/
Journeymen Carpenters
Full-time year-round work,
attractive bonuses based
on performance.
CCCN_SPEAKUP_1
Call Royce at 946-7314.
Send resume to [email protected]
QUALITY PLUS
CONSTRUCTION
Live Carefree In Young
~ 2 Homes for Sale ~
NEW 2012 - 1088 sq. ft. Moduline
3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. Titled lot; deck; appliances included.
$
119,90000
1999 - 1216 sq. ft. SRI
3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms. Titled lot; new deck; single
detached insulated garage; new appliances included.
@@ Rent to own option available!! ??
Total NEW Renovation.
119,90000
$
For viewing please contact:
Brant 946-7923 • Les 946-7045 • Terry 227-3675
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You can reach us by
phone: 306.946.3343
fax: 306.946.2026
email:
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@sasktel.net
mail: Box 100,
Watrous, SK S0K 4T0
DEADLINE:
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first 25 words, plus 25¢ per
word thereafter. Subsequent
weeks are half price when
ordered with first insertion.
Number of insertions must
be stated with order, and
there will be no refunds for
cancellations. We take no
responsibility for errors in
ads taken by phone or sent
handwritten, or those with
errors after the first insertion.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/
CONGRATULATORY:
(special community rates)
Birth .................... classified rate
Birth/birthday/grad/
engagement/shower/
wedding/anniversary/family
reunion/new employee/
retirement:
• article, no pic..................... $20
• one-col pic & cutline ...... $20
• two-col pic & cutline ...... $35
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• with one-col pic .........add $5
• with two-col pic ...... add $15
Obituary...up to 300 words $50
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Make your ad
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may include logo,
special text formatting, etc.
Inserted under the
heading of your choice.
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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY:
Inform customers about your
business or service. Rates
are $20/month or $75/six
months for up to 50 words.
BLANKET ADVERTISING:
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the province, with a combined circulation of almost
370,000 with one phone call.
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OBITUARY
OBITUARY
BENTLEY,
Ethel Anna
(nee Egeto)
Ethel Bentley, aged 95 years, passed away at Lanigan Hospital on Thursday, January
10, 2013.
Ethel was born on the family farm February 20, 1917. Mom had enduring pioneer
spirit surviving droughts, grasshoppers, army worms and too much rain. Mom loved
her gardens and flowers but fishing, camping and travelling in later years topped the
list.
Ethel is survived by daughter Janet (Jim Schlosser), children JoAnne, Jennifer,
Jason, Janice; son Lyle (Helen Hunter) children Everett, Harley, Travis, April, Bobbi;
daughter Diane (Jeff Grand); 11 grandchildren and brother Louis Bentley.
She was predeceased by parents Peter and Mary (Vaczi) Egeto; husband Carl; brothers Joseph, Alex, Steve, Frank, John, Titus; brother and sisters-in-law Emil, Jim, John,
Frank, Mary, Carl, Joe, Mike, Francis and nephews Vernon Egeto and Peter Egeto.
Cremation took place. A service of remembrance will be held at Plunkett Community Hall on May 12 with interment to follow at Plunkett Cemetery.
Fotheringham-McDougall Funeral Service of Watrous and Nokomis was in care of
arrangements.
TYMCHYSHYN,
Bohdan Michael
It is with great sadness
we mourn the tragic death
of Bohdan Tymchyshyn,
aged 28 years, at Watrous,
Sask. on Tuesday, January
8, 2013.
Bohdan’s
children
were the light of his life,
and as it is true with most
parents, it is hard to find a
picture of him without one
of the children in his arms.
Bohdan could be seen most
summer evenings enjoying
the outdoor pool with all five kids. Bohdan was a highenergy, bright child and we see these same qualities in his
children. Bo’s big smile and beautiful eyes could light up
a room and he quickly learnt how to charm everyone. Bohdan and Justina moved from Winnipeg to Watrous nine
years ago. Shortly after their arrival in Watrous, Bo found
employment with Mainline Motors and quickly advanced
through the ranks and became their IT Specialist for both
the Watrous and Virden branches. In the little spare time
he had with his busy family life, he repaired and built
computers and other electronics. In addition to his family,
he will missed by many friends and colleagues.
Bohdan is survived by his wife Justina (parents Elizabeth and Randy Saunders), his five beautiful children:
Eric, Melany, Thomas, Zakary and Daniel; his parents
Sandra and Glen Tymchyshyn; sister Courtney DeGagne
(Chris) and youngest sister Jamie Tymchyshyn.
Memorial service was held at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, Watrous on January 14 conducted by Rev.
Marilyn Stobbs.
Honourary pallbearers were Eric, Melany, Thomas,
Zakary and Daniel. Steven Reichert was urnbearer. Register attendants were Ricky Pollock, Ron Virtue, Jeff
Siegfried and Jeff Ambrose. Eulogy was given by Sandra Tymchyshyn. Courtney DeGagne and Kristie Pilling
were the readers. Organist was Elva Turner.
Interment followed at Watrous Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Bohdan’s mother has set up an education fund for the children. To make a gift, visit any RBC
branch, acct 06857-5186424. Your prayers and support are
greatly appreciated. Although he has left us far too quickly, we take great comfort in knowing Bohdan is resting
peacefully in God’s arms.
Fotheringham-McDougall Funeral Service of Watrous
and Nokomis was in care of arrangements.
DERING,
Malinda Gunda
(Molly Lund)
May 21, 1920 - January 9, 2013
Molly Dering, aged 92 years, passed away peacefully
at Diamond Jubilee Court, Watrous on Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
Born, raised and educated at Renown, Molly married George Dering on November 1, 1940. Together they
farmed in the Renown area until 1957 when they moved
to Watrous, where George was manager of Watrous Credit Union. In 1974, George retired from Watrous Credit
Union and Molly and George moved to Saskatoon. They
lived at Legion Manor in Saskatoon until 1994 when they
moved back to Watrous. George passed away in 2001 and
Molly moved to Jubilee Court. She had many good friends.
Molly is survived by one son, Murray (Kathleen) Dering; three grandchildren: Corrine Penz, Richard (Jane) Dering and Deborah (Mark) Okrainetz; seven great grandchildren: Jessica (Clarence) Duffy, Amanda (Rick) Beadle, Jason Penz, Justin Dering,
Jolene Penz, Mitchel Okrainetz and Jasmine Penz. To complete the circle of life, Molly
just had a great great grandchild, Zoey Molly Duffy and she had the opportunity to see
Zoey Molly before she passed away. Besides her immediate family she left behind her
sisters-in-law Rene McKay and Dorothy Lund, many nieces, nephews and close friends.
She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all.
She was predeceased by her parents and 15 brothers and sisters.
Memorial service was held at Fotheringham’s Funeral Chapel, Watrous, Sask. on
January 18.
Interment will take place at Watrous Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial donations directed to Watrous Community Health Foundation would be
appreciated.
arrangements.
STEIN,
Stacey Smith Charles
Stacey Stein, aged 86 years, passed away at Long Lake
Valley Integrated Facility, Imperial on Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
Stacey was born on the family farm at Simpson, Sask.
on May 18, 1926. He took all of his schooling in Simpson
and after graduating from Simpson High School he took
a two-year vocational agriculture course at the University
of Saskatchewan. He then returned home and farmed
with his father. In 1951 he married Phyllis Francis and
they lived on the family farm and they raised four children - Cheryl, Donna, Darrell and Murray. Throughout
his life, Stacey had a passion for farming and was always
very proud of both his crops and his cattle. In his younger
days, he was an avid curler and continued to follow it throughout the years. He also was
a keen follower of his children’s and grandchildren’s sports, especially hockey and was
always very proud of his family. Stacey was very active in the community of Simpson
and was involved in the startup and served on the boards of a variety of organizations in
Simpson including the Simpson Credit Union, Simpson Coop, Coop Implements, Wheat
Pool and both the local and district school boards. In addition, he was very active in the
Simpson United Church in a variety of positions throughout his life.
Stacey is survived by his loving children: Cheryl (Gary) Grund and their children
Jason (Julie) Grund and Tessa and Tanner; Shelley (Keith) Bencharski and Taylor, Kelly
Grund and Austin and Jillian; Donna McLaren and her children Robyn (Ben) Stanford
and Kaitlynn and Emily, Michael (Melinda Fox) McLaren and Christopher; Darrell (Kelly) Stein and their children Craig (Carly) Stein and Bailey, Lauren and Rebecca Stein;
Murray (Susan) Stein; sisters-in-law Lillian Stein and Violet Lindgren and families;
brothers-in-law Walter (Annie) Francis and Steve Stann and families.
He was predeceased by his parents, John and Maude Stein; wife Phyllis; sister Maxine
Stann; brother Lloyd Stein; brother-in-law Allen Lindgren and son-in-law Ross McLaren.
Funeral service was held at Simpson Community Centre on January 13 conducted by
Rev. Deborah Smith.
Pallbearers were Jason Grund, Kelly Grund, Michael McLaren, Craig Stein, Keith
Bencharski and Ben Stanford. Vi Rintoul and Lil Gingrich were register attendants. Ushers were David Oakes and Ray Rintoul. Robyn Stanford and Craig Stein gave the eulogy.
Kelly Stein and Rebecca Stein did a duet. Organist was Sharon Crittenden accompanied
by the Simpson Community Choir.
Private family interment followed at Simpson Cemetery.
Memorial donations directed to Long Lake Valley Foundation would be appreciated.
arrangements.
IN MEMORY
CARDS OF THANKS
McLAREN - In loving memory of Ross Alan, Jan. 4,
1954 - Jan. 24, 2001:
neral. We appreciate Reverend Alison West meeting with
us and Reverend Deborah
Smith for officiating a lovely
memorial service. We were
touched to have so many
extended family and friends
in attendance. Thanks to the
Simpson WI for supplying
the lunch, to Lil Gingrich and
the choir for the beautiful music and to those who helped
set up chairs. Thanks Linty
for the touching eulogy, Jodi
for reading, Rhonda for the
poem, George and Megan,
Gloria for the special music,
ushers Stuart and Dean, register attendants Murray and
Ethel, Trent for being urnbearer and Shay for making
the urn. Thanks to everyone
who helped with the funeral in
any way. Even though Mom
was blessed with 87 years,
we loved her and miss her so.
Your expressions of sympathy have been very comforting and appreciated. Thanks
for sharing in Jean’s (Mom’s)
life journey.
- Les and family
Your presence we miss,
Your memory we treasure,
Loving you always,
Forgetting you never.
- Forever in our hearts, forever loved, Donna, Robyn,
Ben, Kaitlynn, Emily, Mike,
Melinda and Christopher.
SCHUMACHER - Lena.
With many loving memories
of our mom, grandma and
great grandma, who passed
Jan. 26, 1992:
Time changes many things
but not the memory this day
brings. ‘Til now you are still
in our minds and hearts.
- Forever loved, Linda, Betty,
Nick and families.
CARDS OF THANKS
The family of Jean Taylor
would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to family and
friends for the thoughtfulness
and support shown to us in
the loss of our beloved wife,
mom, grandma and great
grandma. We greatly appreciated the visits, food/meals
brought to our houses, flowers, memorial tributes, kind
words, prayers and sympathy
cards. Thanks to Al at Fotheringham-McDougall Funeral
Service for his compassion
and guidance and for his and
Dave’s extra help at the fu-
A sincere thank you to our
community for the many expressions of love and care
shown to us as a family after
Mom’s passing. Thank you
also to Fotheringham-McDougall Funeral Service for their
compassion and guidance
through this difficult time.
- Lyle Shantz and family
SERVICES
SERVICES
FOR SALE
CUSTOM GRAIN HAULING.
Ph. Jason 260-0596/.3-3p
HAMMERJAMMER: CARPENTER and musician. Small additions, basement renovations, decks, fences, vinyl siding, window and door installations, baseboards, casing and more.
Also “One Man Band” available for house parties and special
functions. Call Gene at 946-2120./46tfc
CULLIGAN
BOTTLED
WATER, delivery available.
Cooler rentals and sales.
MCI Sales, 946-3441. www.
mcisaleswatrous.com /46tfc
HELP WANTED
4G SASKTEL SATELLITE INTERNET powered by Explornet. Packages from $54.99/
mo. No equipment cost. 30
day money back guarantee.
Free installation. Authorized
SaskTel dealer. Watrous Furniture and Appliances, 307
Main St., 946-3542./46tfc
GRANT’S HANDYMAN SERVICES. Carpentry, plumbing
and more. Give me a call to
see if I can help you out. References available. Ph. 306946-2525./47-5p
DOWN & DIRTY
HOE & HAUL
f custom cattle hauling
with 30 ft. liner
f backhoe services
Wayne Holdner
46-24p
f custom hauling with
32 ft. flat deck trailer
Ph: 946-6563 or 257-3964
WATROUS CARPET CARE.
For all your carpet and upholstery cleaning call Al 9463535./46tfc
Mower Operator/
General Utility Personnel
The Rural Municipality of
Big Arm No. 251 is accepting
applications for Mower Operator/
General Utility personnel.
Experience with farm machinery
would be an asset. A valid driver’s
license is required. Salary
commensurate with experience.
Please forward resume stating
experience, references
and salary expected to:
R.M. of Big Arm No. 251
P.O. Box 10
Stalwart, SK S0G 4R0
Fax: 306-963-2405
Only those contacted will be
interviewed. Application
deadline is 4:00 p.m. on
Friday, February 8, 2013.
3-2c
DR. DRYWALL SPECIALIZING in painting, staining and
texturing, plaster, drywall and
textured ceiling repairs. Whether your house needs major surgery or a minor facelift, call Dr.
Drywall. We make house calls.
Operating in SK since 1976.
Call Greg for a free diagnosis
or colour consultation. Ph. 9461300 or 306-222-2746./2-4c
WAITRESSES(ERS)
REQUIRED at Pepper Tree Restaurant. Part time or full time.
Ph. 946-3344./2-2c
WINE GLASSES FOR RENT.
Over 600 - 6 1/2 oz. glasses.
Call Danceland. 946-2743 or
1-800-267-5037./46tfc
CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS, apprentices, journeymen carpenters. Full-time
year-round work, attractive
bonuses based on performance. Call Royce at 946-7314.
Resumes to qualityplus@
sasktel.net /2tfc
LIGHT
HOUSEKEEPING
needed for rental property for
short stays. Please call Sharon 587-2774./2-4p
OUR CLIENT, A REGINA
agriculture dealership, is
hiring farm equipment and
mechanical technicians, machine operators and farm
workers. Excellent salary.
Email resume: [email protected], fax 306584-3544.
ADVERTISING
DEADLINE
for each Monday’s
paper is the previous
Wednesday at 5 p.m.
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SASKTEL SATELLITE INTERNET powered by Xplornet
is now available. Shaw Direct
Satellite systems for sale.
Free installation and programming promotions have been
extended. At Satellite Plus we
are certified Xplornet, Shaw
installers and we also carry a
full inventory of all regular and
HD receivers. Call Dwayne at
946-2828./46tfc
REAL ESTATE
NEW HOME FOR SALE IN
Watrous, 601 4th St. W. 1,543
sq. ft. raised bungalow, 36’
garage, finished basement,
3 bdr. up, 2 down, custom
cabinets, a/c, landscaped.
Corner lot located on edge of
town. Room for RV parking.
$448,000 + GST. Call Ryan
306-946-7993./48tfc
DUMONT HOME SERVICE.
Dealer for Whirlpool, Inglis
and Maytag appliances.
Local sales and service.
Now accepting Sears Card,
Mastercard and Visa. Call
946-3800./42-48c
COME VIEW THESE brandnew homes in Young. MLS®
421582 and MLS®425985.
www.young.ca Ed Bobiash
Team, Re/Max Saskatoon.
306-222-7770./46tfc
RON’S CARPENTRY, Watrous. For renovations, repairs, new construction. Ph.
Ron Frey, 946-2638./46tfc
CARPET
CLEANING
952 SQ. FT. MANUFACTURED home in Watrous.
Built in ‘94. 2 bdrm, large bathroom off master, jetted tub,
large kitchen and dining area,
next to living room with fireplace. New shingles in 2011.
Property is currently rented;
good revenue. $79,995. Ask
for Jim 946-4027./46tfc
Free Estimates!
Call Les Jones
946-3991 46tfc
CUSTOM GRAIN AND FERTILIZER hauling. McIntosh
Trucking, Simpson. Ph. 8362034, cell 567-7506./46tfc
2 DUPLEXES FOR SALE; located in Watrous 511 and 513
4th Ave. E. Contact Mark 9467811 or Gary 946-7118./46tfc
BUSINESS
OPPORTUNITIES
HOPE FLOATS SERVICES.
Field diagnostics in disease
and insects; spray drift and
hail insurance analysis; feed
test probes and ration balancing; business planning and
rotations. Please call 9468107 (cell)./46tfc
RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE
in the mall. Corner of Main St.
and 3rd Ave., Watrous. Ph.
946-2612./46tfc
SAW
SHARPENING
ENDGATE DRILL FILLS, paying $100; JD and NH square
balers, any condition, $100
and up; rock rakes and high
lift rock pickers. Ph. 946-7923
or 259-4923./45-20c
LORNE JONES
946-3991
46tfc
BELL SATELLITE TV RENTAL program. SD receiver
$2.75/mo., HD receiver $5/
mo. HDPVR $10/mo. After
36 months, choice to own at
no additional charge. One
time activation fee $30.40.
Watrous Furniture and Appliances, 307 Main St., 9463542./46tfc
ADVERTISING MAKES dollars and cents! Call 946-3343
to place your ad today.
LONG LAKE TRUCKING,
Imperial, Sask. Custom hauling of grain, fertilizer and hay.
Ph. 963-2726 or cell 5677100./46tfc
All circular blades
including carbide and
chainsaw chains
BISON MEAT - GRASS FED,
all-natural bison meat for sale.
Tracy 946-3863./46tfc
OFFICE SUPPLIES: receipt
books, purchase order books,
invoice pads, statement pads,
adding machine tape. The
Watrous Manitou, 309 Main
St. Watrous. 946-3343.
A HEAD OF STYLES, 310 8th
Ave. E., Watrous. Hair cutting; styling; certified barber;
ear piercing (incl. earrings);
waxing and eyelash dying.
Ph. Barbara McDonald 9462422 for appt./46tfc
ROD BURKITT CUSTOM
grain hauling. Ph. 946-2983
or 946-7601./46tfc
FOR RENT
WANTED
MASSEY #36 DISCERS.
Will pay up to $100; will pick
up. Andrew, 946-9669, 2594923./46tfc
FOR SALE
LANE REALTY CORP.
LURCH SNOW PLANE, AIRCRAFT engine, 3 custommade skis plus one. Aluminum body, seats four. Call for
more information, 306-7648198./3-2p
Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists
BOWFLEX
TREADMILL.
$850 obo. Ph. 946-2863./2-2p
46tfc
WHY PAY MORE ELSEWHERE? “Everyday low
price.” All major appliances
selling at cost + $10. Watrous
Furniture, 946-3542./46tfc
FIREWOOD FOR SALE.
Jack pine cut and split. Ph.
365-2599./2tfc
For your buying or
selling needs contact:
Stan Hall
(306) 725-7826
LANE REALTY CORP.
Ph: (306) 569-3380 Fax: (306) 569-3414
www.lanerealtycorp.com
FOR RENT
HOUSE FOR RENT IN
WATROUS. 1,800 sq. ft. character home. 4 bdrms, washer/
dryer, fridge/stove. Close to
schools and hospital, n/s and
n/p. $1,200/mo. Ph. 306-9342409./2-3p
Royal Suites
101 Main St.,
Young, Sk.
Call for more information 306-259-4501
DAILY • WEEKLY
MONTHLY
Rental Units 40-48p
HOUSE FOR RENT ONE
block from lake at Manitou
Beach. 3 bdrm, 1,000 sq. ft.,
fully furnished. For long or
short stays. Available Mar.
1. Please call Sharon 5872774./2-4p
2
BDRM
FURNISHED
SUITES in Young. Utilities
included. $750/mo. Phone
Norm at 1-306-290-2701./24p
2 BDRM HOUSE ON ACREAGE near Young, Sask. $750
plus utilities. Ph. 306-7160913 or 780-983-1308./1-4p
ONE OR TWO BDRM apartments in Watrous. Please
call for availability. Ph. 9467505./46tfc
ONE BEDROOM SENIOR
suite available in Allan. Please
call Pam for applications 306944-4331./46tfc
AFFORDABLE
FAMILY
housing. 3 bdrm duplex in
Viscount. For an application
call Pam at 944-4331./46tfc
One bedroom senior
unit available
immediately in Young.
Affordable family
housing units
for rent in Young.
Utilities not included.
Contact 259-2022
46tfc
FARMLAND FOR SALE, RENT OR TENDER
LAND FOR SALE IN RM OF
Sarnia near Liberty, Sask: 1
quarter NW 36-24-25 W2nd;
RM of Big Arm: 2 1/2 quarters SE 3-25-25 W2nd, NE
3-25-25 W2nd and N 1/2 NW
3-25-25 W2nd. Written offers
accepted until 5 p.m. Feb. 23.
Mail to J. Stewart, Box 82,
Liberty, Sask. S0G 3A0. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted./3-4p
LAND FOR CASH RENT IN
RM of Wolverine #340, NW
quarter of 12-34-24 W2nd.
Ph. 306-463-3799./3-3p
FEED AND SEED
CERTIFIED SEED FOR
SALE. Copeland barley and
Imvincible lentils. Ph. Ross
946-7446 or 259-4982./2-11p
FOR SALE BY TENDER:
RM of Arm River 252: 480
acres N 1/2 33-25-28 W2;
SE 4-26-28 W2nd 3 1/2
miles off Hwy. 11 on corner
of two all-weather grid roads.
Natural gas, power on yard
site, 4 (1,800 bushel) hopper bottom steel bins, 2 with
aeration. Written tenders accepted until Feb. 8. D. Spelliscy, Box 205, Davidson,
Sask. S0G 1A0. Highest or
any tenders not necessarily
accepted. Inquiries: [email protected] /3-3p
TWM Classifieds
Ph. 946-3343
Fax: 946-2026
email: watrous.manitou@
sasktel.net
Shop Where You're Invited
Check TWM Ads
From front page:
TOP 10
on record and almost double the average number. In
Alberta, it was a record for crop losses. The Crown
Corporation insuring farmers since 1938 reported double
the payments in excess of $450 million as part of its
11,100 hail claims. Figures do not count losses from hail
incurred by private crop insurers, which approached
$100 million in Alberta, or non-crop property losses. Such
losses in Saskatchewan were even greater.
• A near-record year for wind with 81 events registering
gusts above 90 km/h (just one shy of the record in 2007).
In Alberta alone there were a record-breaking 41 wind
events – beating the previous high of 37 back in 2007.
Around Watrous, numerous storms filled the sky,
including a reported tornado that touched down
southwest of the community. Hail damage and heavy
winds also hit the area during parts of the summer.
Other weather topics that made the top 10 list released
by Environment Canada:
• Number two: super storm Sandy and another active
hurricane season;
• Number three: B.C. flooding was larger, longer and
lethal;
• Number four: March’s meteorological mildness;
• Number six: the big melt;
• Number seven: high and dry in the east;
• Number eight: the year of the urban flood;
• Number nine: hail to Calgary . . . again;
• Number 10: historic ice-jam flooding in the Saint
John River.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FARM LABOURER &
MANAGER. Full-time
position, modern mixed
farm, near Calgary,
Alberta. Housing supplied,
excellent wages. Valid
drivers licence, &
cow/calf experience
required.
Assets
include mechanics,
grain, welding, custom
hay & seeding. Fax
resume 403-335-0086.
Phone 403-335-3694.
JOURNEYMAN/APPRE
NTICE Heavy Duty
Technicians. Excellent
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Earn
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Fax 780-871-0926.
Email:
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Email:
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Lloydminster. 2011
of the Year.
J O U R N E Y M A N
A u t o b o d y
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Paid
benefits, RRSP, 3
Fax 780-871-0926.
Email:
ghking@
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Lloydminster. 2011
of the Year.
PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring!
Instrument Technicians
and Electricians for
various sites across
Alberta. Send resume to:
hr@pyramidcorpora
tion.com
or
fax
780-955-HIRE.
JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE
SERVICE
TECHNICIAN. Hanna
Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna,
Alberta) needs a few
more good people.
Busy, modern shop.
$25. - $31./hour +
bonus, benefits. Great
community. Inquire or
send resume. Fax
403-854-2845; Email
[email protected]
SOUTH
COUNTRY
EQUIPMENT
LTD.
JOB TITLE: Heavy
Equipment Servicers #
OF POSITIONS: 10
Full-time FUNCTIONS:
Assist
the
Journeymen technicians and perform
tasks as directed Perform basic equipment reconditioning
and
maintenance
Perform basic diagnostics, with entry level
familiarity re: equipment diagnostic software REQUIREMENTS:
- 3rd level apprentice
equivalent or minimum
3 years experience
WAGES: $20-21/hr
depending on qualificat
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s
/
experience *Qualified
candidates would be
assigned to work in any
of
the
following
locations: Weyburn,
Southey,
Regina,
Raymore, Mossbank,
Moose Jaw, Montmartre,
Assiniboia HOW TO
APPLY: Please reply in
writing, fax, or E-mail
with Attention to Drew
Watson
or
Chris
Clements by: FAX:
(306) 842-3833 EMAIL:
watsondrew@south
country.ca WEBSITE:
www.southcountry.ca
CONTACT:
Drew
Watson
PHONE:
(306) 842- 4686
Speedway
Moving
Systems Requires O/O
for our 1 ton and 3 ton
fleets to transport RVs
throughout N. America.
We offer competitive
rates and Co. Fuel
cards. Paid by direct
deposit. Must have
clean criminal record
and passport to cross
border.1-866-7366483; www.speedway
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TRADES &
CONSTRUCTION HELP
OPERATORS NEEDED.
SaskAlta Environmental
Solutions is looking for
equipment operators
for our Poplar River
Power Station, Ash
Lagoon
Renewal
Project in Coronach
Saskatchewan starting
in April. The equipment
includes farm tractor
equipment, dredges,
front end loaders, semi
tractors with flat decks,
tanker B-trains, etc.
Please submit your
resume
online
http://saskalta-environ
mental-solutionsinc.hiringthing.com or
fax: 306-757-6764
HELP WANTED
DRIVERS WANTED:
Terrific
career
Opportunity with outstanding
growth
potential to learn how
to locate rail defects.
No Rail Experience
Needed!! Extensive
paid travel, meal
allowance, 4 weeks
vacation and benefits
package. Skills Needed
- Ability to travel 3
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REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY: Journeyman
Automotive Technician
for a large progressive
General Motors Dealer
in central Saskatchewan.
Top wages paid in flat
rate shop. Excellent
benefit package along
with company pension
plan. Would consider a
2nd or 3rd year apprentice.
Contact
WATROUS MAINLINE
MOTORS at Watrous,
Sask. Gerald Merrifield
or Don Campbell. Ph:
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CAREER TRAINING
HEAVY EQUIPMENT
OPERATOR TRAINING
- Daily, Weekly and
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COMING EVENTS
Kelvington Trailblazers
Poker Derby. Feb 2.
Registration 10 am
noon. 60 - 100 miles
with lunch and gas 1/2
way. $1500 riders only
prize.
For
more
info
contact:
www.townofkelving
ton.com
or
call
306.327.4482.
FEED AND SEED
HEATED CANOLA
WANTED!!
- GREEN CANOLA
- SPRING THRASHED
- DAMAGED CANOLA
FEED OATS
WANTED!!
- BARLEY, OATS, WHT
- LIGHT OR TOUGH
- SPRING THRASHED
HEATED FLAX
WANTED!!
HEATED PEAS
HEATED LENTILS
"ON FARM PICKUP"
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1-877-250-5252
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• Personal, Corporate & Trust
income tax returns.
DARRELL’S CARPENTRY. Journeyman carpenter. New homes,
renovations, interior finishing,
custom cabinetry, all your carpentry needs. Darrell Baschak at 9464112./40-48p
DIAMOND
ASPHALT REPAIR
• Driveway Paving
• Patch Repair
• Slurry Sealing
• Sand Sealing
• Crack Filling
• Snow Removal
Doug Woiden
Cell: 306-946-9759

BUTCHER SHOP
MELRON SERVICES
Watrous, Sask.
Trenching, land clearing,
excavating, demolition,
gravel hauling.
Trailer sales
E Z MUV PACKERS
We carry rock, topsoil and gravel
for all your landscaping needs.
Shop 306-946-2256
Cell 306-946-7834
Fax 306-946-2348
Quality Plus
Construction Ltd.
General Contractors
“The name says it all.”
• Custom Cutting
• Slaughtering • Curing
• Homemade Sausage
5-48c
CLEANING
& RESTORATION
For all your
building needs, by
experienced personnel.
946-2549, Watrous, SK
for a free estimate
5-48c
Woiden
Construction Ltd.
SNOW REMOVAL
Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning
Emergency Flood/Fire Damage Cleanup
Furnace Duct Cleaning
Specializing in Insurance Claims
INSTITUTE
of
INSPECTION
CLEANING
and
RESTORATION
CERTIFICATION
Certified Firm
682-1999/TF 1-877-895-1999
24/7 EMERGENCY CALL 231-3500
book on-line:
www.actionhelps.com
18-48c
COMPUTERS
BERGEN COMPUTERS. Serving Watrous and area for over 20
years. Gary Bergen, B.Sc. Sales,
service, networks, website and
graphic design. 311 8th Ave. E.,
Watrous. 946-2061.
www.
bergencomputers.com /13-48c
CONCRETE
WATROUS CONCRETE for all
your concrete and gravel needs crushed rock, sand and fill gravel.
Ph. 946-2040, Gerald 946-2392,
Brad 946-2146./40-24c
WE NOW HAVE SPACE FOR
you to feature your business
or service for the community to
see. Call 946-3343 to inquire
about monthly and semi/annual
rates.
Water & Sewer Contractors
Excavating • Sand • Gravel
Rock • Topsoil
Ph: 946.1177
Cell: 946.7513
7-48p
CLEANING & RESTORATION SPECIALISTS LTD.
WATROUS Massage, 311 Main
St., Watrous. Featuring massage
therapy, hot stone massage and
Theralase low level laser treatment. Treatments are done by
registered massage therapist
and certified laser specialist Kyla
McDonald. Insurance claims welcome. Gift certificates available.
Open Mon. - Thurs., 11 a.m. - 8
p.m. and Fri. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. For
more information or to book an
appointment please call Kyla at
946-2141./40-24c
FLOWERS
Drs. D.E.S. CLEMENTS, M.W.
Gryba, C.J. Roberts; 2305
McEown Ave., Saskatoon, Sask.
Ph. 374-1522./40-24c
WATROUS DENTAL CENTRE,
107 3rd Ave. E. Dr. Michele Ackerman. Office hours: Mon.-Thurs., 8
a.m. - 5 p.m. Ph. 946-2131 (Emergency, 946-3452)/31-24c
HUMBOLDT DENTAL CLINIC.
Office hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mon. - Thurs. and 8 a.m. to 2:30
p.m. Fri. 617 7th St., Humboldt.
All phases of dentistry. Phone
682-2313. After hours call Dr. W.
Prokopishin 682-4150./5-48c
EAVESTROUGHING
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in all your personal tax matters. I
also help with business and corporate tax and financial statements.
Tara Quick, CGA. 14 Blue Place,
Saskatoon, Sask. S7M 4R9. 306291-1850 or taraquick@sasktel.
net /39-24c
TRI-CENTRAL
INSURANCE.
GICs, RRSPs and other investments. Ph. 836-4446 Simpson,
946-2864 Watrous./46tfc
DENTISTS
5-48c
9-48c
WESTERN FINANCIAL GROUP RRSPs, RRIFs, GICs, Seg Funds,
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance,
Group Benefit Plans, Health Insurance, Travel Insurance. 946-3655,
107 Main St., Watrous./45-48c
COPYING
FOR ALL
YOUR COPYING
NEEDS
colour and black/white
MANITOU
The Watrous
309 Main Street, Watrous
Ph: 946-3343
• Open 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily
• Gas, Diesel, Lotto
• Large Selection of Confectionery
Hwy. 2 & Main, Watrous
5-48c
GOVERNMENT
We offer courteous and professional
custom services, within your budget
• winter and spring clean-up
• seasonal rates
• eavestrough cleaning • yard designs
• power washing
• weed control
• tree pruning
• roto-tilling
• leaf and grass collection and disposal
OPTOMETRY
www.truenorthyardworx.com
Dale: 306-836-3243, Watrous
PARNERS OF
Gibney Law
108 Main St., Watrous
Tuesdays and Thursdays
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 306-365-3300
Phone Charles:
946-2013
5-48c
FINANCIAL SERVICES
INVESTORS
GROUP
FINANCIAL Services Inc. - John
Gunderson, certified financial
planner. Investment planning,
retirement planning, RRSPs,
education plans, GICs, mutual
funds, life insurance, disability
insurance, critical illness insurance, long-term care insurance,
estate planning, business succession planning, group benefit plans, individual and family
health plans. Ph. 306-946-3022,
john.gunderson@investorsgroup.
com /46-24c
RIACH
FINANCIAL
• Financial Planning
• Retirement
• Tax & Estate
Planning
• RRSP, RRIF, RESP
Insurance
(Life, Disability,
Critical Illness,
Long Term Care)
Bill Riach, CFP
SHARON CRITTENDEN, Certified Financial Planner. Retirement, estate and financial consulting, business plans, GICs, RRSP,
Mutual Funds and other investments. Box 239 (306) 963-2022
Imperial, Sask. S0G 2J0./40-24c
Arm River-Watrous
Constituency
946.2166
306.
PLUMBING, HEATING
& COOLING
MAH
LAW OFFICE
Plumbing & Heating
Open Monday & Wednesday
DMH
5-48c
Greg Brkich, MLA
A N D ForAAppointments
S S O C ICall
AT E S
Tuesday to Thursday
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ph. 306-365-3300
fax 306-365-2097
Ph. 946-3512 • Fax 946-2277
Saskatoon ph: 664-2606
Saskatoon fax: 664-8992
For all your farm, residential,
commercial needs!! Trenching and
private line locates also available!!
Dr. Kevin Woodard
Dr.AND
Russ
Schultz
ASSOCIATES
1B 36 Downing Dr., Lanigan
CIC ELECTRIC
Service Ltd.
606 - 2nd Ave. E., Watrous
WATROUS
EYECARE
OPTOMETRISTS
LEGAL
Ben Mah and Ken Williams,
Barristers & Solicitors
9-48c
946-2666/946-2680
FOTHERINGHAMMcDOUGALL FUNERAL
SERVICE: Earl Mosewich,
Marianne Mosewich, Allan
Mosewich and Dave Somers.
www.fotheringham-mcdougall.
com Box 507, Watrous, SK S0K
4T0. Ph. 946-3334. /40-24c
True North Lawn Care
and Maintenance
ELECTRICAL
Phone: 946-2176
or 866-528-2032
PIP’S
FUNERAL SERVICES
KELLY’S
EAVESTROUGHS
SERVICE, Imperial, Sask. Continuous 5” eavestroughs, commercial and residential. For more
information and estimates call
963-2087./32-24c
[email protected]
C - STORES
FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS. Fresh cut bouquets and
arrangements. Phone orders accepted. Watrous Shop Easy, 215
Main St., Watrous, Sask. 9462718./45-24c
LAWN CARE
44-24c
Over 35 years
in business!
Call Dan 946-2465
M.C.I. SALES LTD. Caps, jackets,
jerseys custom made with your
business, school and team logo
screen printed or embroidered.
Trophies, plaques and custom
engraving. All done in house. Call
946-3441. www.mcisaleswatrous.
com/41-24c
For all your Residential & Commercial
Plumbing & Heating needs:
gas fitting, air conditioning, roto rooter,
furnace installations & repair, water
heaters & softeners.
Financing available.
946-2080
5-48p
MURRAY TRUNKS
LAW OFFICE
Barrister and Solicitor
Box 1077
102 Washington St.
Davidson, Sask. S0G 1A0
Phone: (306) 567-2843
Toll Free:
1-800-539-3979
Fax: (306) 567-3259
www.gregbrkich.ca
HAIR SALONS
MIZ BOJANGLES HAIR SALON,
Mall at 3rd & Main, Watrous.
Open Tues. to Sat. Colors and
cuts. Retail items from suppliers like: American Crew, Matrix/
Biolage, Kenra, Hemptz, Nioxin
and more! Shampoo paks for
men and women, combs and
brushes, curling iron heat pads,
curling irons, straighteners, lots
of styling aids. Shawna Hanson
946-3033./38-24c
INCOME TAX
H & R BLOCK. Della Hill, Mgr.,
Watrous. Bus.: 946-3585; Res.:
963-2731./40-24c
INSURANCE
TRI-CENTRAL
INSURANCE
INC. Grain Insurance, Germania Mutual, Sask. Mutual,
Home, Auto, Commercial, Farm,
Hail, Blue Cross, GMS. Ph.
836-4446, Simpson; 963-2004
Imperial (Wed.); or 946-2864,
Watrous./46tfc
WESTERN FINANCIAL GROUP
- Watrous. Motor Licence Issuer.
Home, farm, auto, commercial,
hail, travel. Hours: Mon. to Fri., 9
a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sat., 9 a.m. to
12, 1 to 5 p.m. Ph. 306-946-3655.
Toll free 1-888-669-2235. www.
westernfinancialgroup.ca /40-24c
Watrous 109 2nd Ave. E.
P.O. Box 1198
Phone 946-2068 Fax 946-2059
Monday: 9-12 1-5
Thursday: 9-12 1-5
Kelly Gullacher
306.963.7471
Saskatoon: 201 - 1027 8th St. E.
Phone: 668-9950 Fax: 668-9959
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SHIRKEY & COMPANY, (Ronald
Shirkey, Q.C.), Barristers and Solicitors, Imperial, Saskatchewan.
Ph. 963-2288 or Toll free 1-866359-1001. Tues. afternoons at
Lewis Agencies./40-24c
SHIRKEY LAW OFFICE (Daryl
Shirkey), Box 280 (127 Washington Avenue), Davidson, Sask. S0G
1A0. Ph: 567-2023, Fax: 5674223, Regina Ph: 347-3337, 8:30 12 and 1 - 4:30, Mon. - Fri./40-24c
SINK LAW OFFICE
Barrister and Solicitor, Mediator
Pauline Sink, B.A., J.D.
219 Evenson Ave.,
Manitou Beach, SK S0K 4T1
Flexible hours and home visits.
Call for appointment
306-946-3141
MASSAGE THERAPY
MANITOU SPRINGS MINERAL
Spa has MTAS certified massage
therapists. Free swim before and
after all massages. Gel nails, manicures, pedicures and many other
treatments available. Gift certificates available. Call 946-2233 and
ask for spa desk./38-24c
RANDY’S REMEDIAL MASSAGE Therapy, Watrous. Motor
veh. accident and work related
injuries welcome. Gift certificates available. Flexible hours:
Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.;
Thurs. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturdays by pre-booked appointment. Call Randy Deneiko, 9462605./40-24c
• Furnace installation/repair
• water heaters • boilers
• gas fitting • a/c.
☎ Call for
custom-built sheet metal.
36-24c
Bill Riach, CFP
Cheryl Bryksa, CA
• commercial
• residential
• agricultural
• concrete work
• insurance work • renovations
•• FREE ESTIMATES! ••
MASSAGE THERAPY
KO
Plumbing & Heating
For all your Residential
Plumbing & Heating needs:
gas fi tting, air conditioning,
roto rooter, furnace
installations & repair,
water heaters & softeners.
Serving Watrous & area.
946-3578
41-24c
General Contracting
INVESTMENTS
37-48p
Personal & Corporate Tax
Bookkeeping
Farm - Business Planning
CAIS Applications
FINANCIAL SERVICES
37-48c
D&R
ACCOUNTING
CUSTOM APPAREL
30-24c
CONSTRUCTION/
GENERAL CONTRACTORS
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ACCOUNTANTS
For emergency after hours and
weekends call: 306-917-7688
We now have space
for you to feature your
business or service for
the community to see.
Business/
Community
Directory Rates
ONE MONTH
50 words or less
— $20 plus GST
SIX MONTHS:
50 words or less
— $75 plus GST
Ph: 946-3343
Fax: 946-2026
watrous.manitou
@sasktel.net
MANITOU
The Watrous
VETERINARIAN
MANITOU
WATROUS ANIMAL HOSPITAL
707-4th Ave. E., Watrous across
from Melron Services. Drs. Allison Bartel and Amy McLaren,
D.V.M. Large and small animal
practice. Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On-call
after hours. Ph. 946-3657, Fax
946-3605./40-24c
The Watrous
can help you
with your personal
and commercial
printwork needs.
309 Main Street, Watrous
Ph: 946-3343
Fax: 946-2026
REAL ESTATE
EXECUTIVE
REALTY WATROUS, residential and commercial listing. 107 Main St., Watrous, Sask. Full-time real estate
service. Ph. Avril Reifferscheid
946-8520 or Kevin Harcourt 9466579./40-24c
RESTAURANTS
We have space for you
to feature your business
or service for the
community to see.
Business/Community
Directory Rates
ONE MONTH
50 words or less
— $20 plus GST
SIX MONTHS:
50 words or less
— $75 plus GST
Ph: 946-3343 Fax: 946-2026
WATROUS BURGER AND ICE
Cream Parlour. Open all year.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Homemade burgers. Best
fish n’ chips in town. Open daily
until 8:30 p.m./1-24p
[email protected]
MANITOU
The Watrous
WORSHIP
SAFETY
Sherwin Petersen, C.R.S.P.
EASTSIDE
CONSULTING
Training and On-site Safety
33-24c
Box 955, Watrous, SK S0K 4T0
Ph: 306-946-2602
Cell: 306-535-7379
TIRE & BATTERY
SERVICE
INTEGRA
TIRE WATROUS.
Supplying all of your tire needs
including on the farm and in the
field service. 601-4th Ave. E., Watrous. Ph. 946-3055 or after hours
946-8893 or 946-2421./31-24c
Watrous Tire & Battery
(1996) Ltd.
Goodyear Tires ~ Batteries
~ complete tire and battery
repair service,
vulcanizing, retread ~
“On the Farm, In the Field
Tire Service”
3rd Ave. W., Watrous
946-3543
5-48p
VACUUMS
NEW & USED
VACUUM SALES & REPAIR
— ALL MAKES —
BAGS, BELTS, MOTORS
PARTS AND SERVICE
ST. ANN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
Rotating Services
Call 946-3630
For weekly schedule
Watrous • Young • Imperial
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ALL SAINTS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH
Rotating Services
Call 946-3458
For weekly schedule
Sunday Service & Church School
Watrous • Colonsay • Viscount
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PHILADELPHIA MENNONITE
BRETHREN CHURCH
Pastors Darren Holland and
Nathan McCorkindale
Office: 102 - 5th Ave. West
946-3785
Sunday School for all ages 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service ............. 11:00 a.m.
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LANIGAN & WATROUS
LUTHERAN PARISH
Worship Service
9:00 a.m. Our Redeemer’s, Watrous
January
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WATROUS BAPTIST CHURCH
Pastor Doug Gregory
201 - 2nd Ave. W.
Phone 946-2996 - Watrous
Worship Service ............. 11 a.m.
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WATROUS-YOUNG PASTORAL CHARGE
502 Main St. Ph. 946-3592
The Rev. Deborah Smith
Sunday Worship
9:30 a.m.........Young
(United/Lutheran Shared Ministry)
11:15 a.m.
Watrous United Church
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WATROUS PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
Pastor Vernon Allen
Service Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Bible Study Wed. 7:30 p.m.
JANUARY
- AQUASIZE CLASSES AT
Manitou Springs Mineral Spa
on Mondays and Thursdays
at 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Cost is
$5.50/day or 10 classes for
$50./46tfc
- MANITOU LODGE AUXILIARY meeting Wed., Jan.
23 at 1:30 p.m. at the Watrous
District Health Complex. New
members welcome./3-1p
Restorative Yoga Class
WATROUS-MANITOU
BEACH Heritage Centre
public meeting, Wed., Jan.
23, 7:30 p.m. Heritage Room.
What kind of facility would
you like? We want your input!
For more information, please
check out our website and
online archives at watrousheritage.ca /2-2c
Jan. 25
6:30
to 8 p.m.
$15
Pre-register:
[email protected]
Live
Create.
Participate.
Performance
in Watrous!
- WATROUS CURLING
CLUB 2013 bonspiel schedule: Mixed Open bonspiel
- Jan. 25-26; Battle of the
Sexes - Feb. 15; Seniors
bonspiel - Feb. 19 - 21;
Stick spiel “Sturling” - Mar. 9;
Ladies bonspiel - Mar. 15-17;
Farmers and Friends - Mar.
21-22. For more information
or to sign up contact the curling rink at 946-3988./2-10c
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PRINTING
Coming Events
Enjoy!
Henri Loiselle
Martin Janovsky
- DANCELAND, MANITOU
Beach offers entertainment
for: Jan. 25 and 26 - The
Fugitives - Buffet - 6 to 7 p.m.
Dance - 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.;
Feb. 16 - Valentine dance
with The Decades - Buffet - 6
to 7 p.m. Dance - 8 p.m. to
midnight. Phone 946-2743
or 1-800-267-5037 for reservations. www.danceland.
ca /46tfc
Wonderful baritone voice
and amazing pianist
Sunday 2:00 pm
Jan. 27, 2013
404 Main Street
Door Prices: Adults $20
HS - $5, 12 & Under Free
Stars for Saskatchewan
Bringing the Arts to You
Watrous & Area Arts Council
- PLACE YOUR ADVERTISEMENT in the coming events
and see great results!
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- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings: Imperial,
Tues., 7:30 pm. Pentecostal
Church (963-2204); Watrous,
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- WATROUS KINETTE CLUB
meets first Tuesday of eacmonth - September to June.
Interested in joining or for
more info contact Melodie
Rostie 946-3694./46tfc
- WATROUS ROTARY CLUB
meets every Tuesday at 6:30
p.m. at the Watrous United
Church. watrousrotaryclub@
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SUDOKU
SEE PUZZLE BELOW.
- COMING TO DAVIDSON Rory Allen, the world-class
Elvis Presley tribute artist for
Kinettes Ladies Night Out,
Sat., Mar. 16. Early bird tickets ($30) sold from Feb. 11
- 24 by any Kinette. Tickets
still available after that date
at an increased price. Contact Brenna Siroski 567-3159
or Stacey Siroski 567-5592 if
In lighter vein: Recently at a family gathering I was
introduced to three sisters who looked somewhat alike. I
remarked to my cousin Dorothy that I made a mental note
of what each one was wearing so that I would be able to tell
them apart and not get the names mixed up. This reminded
Dorothy of a story. It seems that two women met who hadn’t
seen each other for many years. One of them said, “I really
wouldn’t have known you, you look so old!” To which the
other lady replied, “I wouldn’t have known you either, but I
remember the dress.”
309 Main Street - Watrous
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- AL-ANON MEETS EVERY
Thurs. 8 pm, Wat. Elem.
School, staff room (east
door). Ph. 946-2466, 9632105; Young 259-4941, 2573978./21-48c
■ with Ann Onymous
A spelling lesson: Many spelling mistakes are caused by
using the wrong homonym (a homonym is a word having
the same pronunciation as another, but a different spelling
and meaning. One pair that often seem to give trouble are
“birth” and “berth”. It is the word “berth” that refers to an
appointment or position. Thus we could say, “I have a berth
as swimming instructor for the summer” or “my sister
earned a berth on the girl’s hockey team.”
Check in at The Watrous Manitou for
your missing pictures. We have an assortment of photos submitted by people
over the last few years, many of birthdays, anniversaries, sporting events and
so on. Any old photos not claimed by the
end of January will be discarded.
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- ALL YOU CAN EAT FITNESS - Tamra Steen B.Ed.
B.A. (Fitness/Yoga and Safety
Instructor/Consultant). EveryBody keep up the resolutions
in 2013! Classes are upstairs
at Manitou Beach Village Office (946-2831). Registration
now accepted for one or more
classes at Little Olive Health
Market (cheque or cash accepted). Start date changed
to Monday, Feb. 4 and Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013. Private
or classes in the workplace
are available. Individual tutoring for elementary and high
school children, workshops
in Emergency or Standard
First Aid and CPR also available by 24 hour advance
booking. Inquire: [email protected].
Messages: 306.946.2281. Txt:
780.909.9355. Yoga DVDs in
Mexico on sale./48tfc
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MEETINGS
Musings
Is there a hole in
your
photo
album?
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LORNE & LES JONES
— 946-3991 — 46tfc
FEBRUARY
you have any questions./3-2c
WATROUS PHARMACY
Phone 946-3311 (after hours: 946-2836)
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• Magazines
• Gift Items
• Greeting Cards • In-store digital printing • Daily Needs
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@ Jamieson Calcium Magnesium. $569
> One A Day Vitamins ................ $999
@ Advil Cold & Sinus ......... $679 to $749
> Tylenol Complete .................... $859
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Harper government invests in improvements
to Clavet’s community infrastructure
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for
Western Economic Diversification, announced support
for upgrades to two community halls in the Village of
Clavet under the Harper government’s Community
Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
“I am pleased to see Clavet benefit from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund,” said Minister
Yelich. “By improving facilities such as these, we are
helping to boost local economic activity and maintain a
high quality of life for residents in our communities.”
The Harper government’s investment of $7,024 will
help the Village of Clavet install energy efficient windows, renovate the bathrooms and replace the flooring
at the Queen Street Hall. Federal funding will also go
towards the installation of eavestroughs at the Clavet
Community Hall. Both venues support a wide range of
community activities such as 4-H Club meetings, children’s events, community meetings and exercise classes.
“The Queen Street Hall originally was the Unity
School, which was a few miles south of Clavet and moved
here in 1955,” said mayor Blair Bentley. “We deeply ap-
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preciate support like this to help preserve landmarks
like this one. Without investments like these, it would be
difficult to properly maintain the hall.”
In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper government
announced further support to help communities across
the country modernize their infrastructure. Our government committed $150 million over two years for the fund.
The fund supports projects that look to improve existing
community infrastructure, such as community centres,
recreational buildings, local arenas, cultural and other
community facilities.
MP tours area
January 21, 2013
Snow, sunshine and even melting
temperatures were all part of this
year’s winter tour for Lynne Yelich,
Minister of State for Western Economic
Diversification
and
Member
of
Parliament for Blackstrap. The local
MP was in Manitou Beach, Watrous and
Young Jan. 14 as part of her 12th annual
tour.
Despite a windchill of almost -30˚C
outside, Yelich chatted with residents at
the Watrous Civic Centre during part of
the afternoon.
“We had a very good Christmas. I
started my tour before Christmas in
my hometown,” said Yelich who has
since tackled the eastern portion of her
riding.
“Saskatchewan is a great place to
be from. Through our years, every year
(people seem to) be increasingly more
enthusiastic about everything.”
Yelich feels the biggest issue during
her many stops in communities in this
part of the riding is definitely the quick
pace of growth. “There are not very
many people asking for anything; they
just want us to know that it is exciting
and they don’t want it to stop.”
Focusing on jobs and growth, and
getting back to balanced budgets are two
key issues Yelich hopes will continue to
be tackled. “It is very important for us to
get back to balanced budgets so that we
can do some of the things we promised to
do that are very encouraging.”
Once government returns to a
balanced budget - or if they get back into
surplus - Yelich said everybody wins. “We
have legislated that taxpayers will get
some of that money back directly instead
of being spent on new programs. We are
evaluating programs, we are trying to
make programs more efficient and trying
to have programs modernized. Today’s
needs are a lot different than even 10
years ago.”
As the economic boom continues in
the province, the MP for Blackstrap said,
“It has just been a really neat part of the
country to be involved with and being in
government right now to see our province
succeed.”
While no election is in the works
for this year, there are some potential
changes ahead with the riding’s boundary
lines. Hearings concerning where the
lines should go have wrapped up and
the commission will look at the proposal
again. The commission is proposing total
urban and total rural ridings, which
still has to be tabled in the House of
Commons.
“It is going to be a major change. No
election, yes, but I could lose Blackstrap
because it probably will not be Blackstrap
anymore.”
That may mean Yelich would have a
more prominent focus in Saskatoon. “I
don’t find the difference that sometimes
people perceive. The needs are the same,
communities are growing and there
are infrastructure needs. You hope that
communities outside of cities grow.”
Yelich hopes that creating good
infrastructure will move forward but
also continuing to get rid of overlap and
rules and regulations, which has been an
issue for many developers. Veterans also
will have a little less red tape for getting
rebates and having expenses covered.
“We went from A to Z and veterans
benefitted.”
Some money from the community
infrastructure fund has also benefitted
places throughout the region, including
Watrous.
“A lot of places will have more energy
efficient facilities . . . the arts centre got
some upgrades there that are critical,
like a furnace.”
Moving ahead in 2013, Yelich said
she is most excited about trade and
international trade. “We need to open
up markets . . . Nicaragua opened up as a
market that will really help my province.
Anytime (agriculture minister) Gerry
Ritz opens up a market, everybody in this
province should be applauded. You know
that means this province will do very well
because of agriculture but also because
of potash and we are a very resource rich
province.”
Because concentration is on the debt
being paid down and balancing budgets,
Yelich said government is not going to be
asking for a lot but wants to make wise
decisions when it comes to infrastructure.
She added taking care of taxpayer dollars
as well as keeping up the economy are
priorities.
“We have to grow our economy . . . that
creates jobs and brings taxpayers in.”
Yelich’s tour wrapped up Jan. 16
after spanning communities including
Lockwood, Drake, Watrous, Clavet,
Dundurn, Loreburn, Outlook and Elbow.
Connecting with communities
Member of Parliament for Blackstrap Lynne Yelich
(left) chats with Watrous town councillor Pat
Isherwood Thomas during Yelich’s annual winter
tour Jan. 14. Yelich toured her riding and stopped
in communities to listen to residents’ comments
and concerns.
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