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Preeceville RM makes committee appointments for 2018

The Rural Municipality of Preeceville made its committee and board appointments for 2018 at the December meeting of council, according to Lisa Peterson, administrator.
Old Dog Run representatives see demonstration of equipment purchased following the 2017 Run

Old Dog Run representatives see demonstration of equipment purchased following the 2017 Run

Organizers of the annual Old Dog Run received a demonstration last week of the type of equipment the Kamsack Volunteer Fire Department was able to purchase from funds raised at last year’s run.
Annual Preeceville Christmas store said another success

Annual Preeceville Christmas store said another success

This year was another great year for the kids for the 14th annual Children's Christmas store that was held on December 20 at the Preeceville Public Library, said Linda Shewchuk, an organizer.
Canora funeral director elected chair of Funeral and Crematorium Services Council of Saskatchewan

Canora funeral director elected chair of Funeral and Crematorium Services Council of Saskatchewan

Shannon Leson of Leson’s Funeral Home in Canora has been elected as the chair of the Funeral and Cremation Services Council of Saskatchewan. (FCSCS) Born and raised in Canora, Leson has been licensed as a funeral director since 1993.
Two KCI staff members presented with Sea Star awards

Two KCI staff members presented with Sea Star awards

Two members of the staff of the Kamsack Comprehensive Institute were presented with Sea Star awards on December 20 and four others received long-service awards.

Hazel Dell council makes 2018 appointments to boards and committees

The Rural Municipality of Hazel Dell made its committee and board appointments for 2018 at the December 13 meeting of council.
Former Canora resident recognized for extensive volunteer work

Former Canora resident recognized for extensive volunteer work

Cameron Lozinski, a former Canora resident, has received recognition for his wide-ranging volunteer work by being included in the Ace Burpee’s Top 100 Most Fascinating Manitobans of 2017.
Town council to focus on environmental projects and infrastructure in 2018

Town council to focus on environmental projects and infrastructure in 2018

Environmental projects and infrastructure will be the focus of town council during 2018, Mayor Nancy Brunt, said recently when asked to reflect on the happenings in the community in 2017 and to look forward to the new year.
Preeceville Lions take on walking path project

Preeceville Lions take on walking path project

The Preeceville Lions Club has taken on a major project with widening and continuing clearing trees along the walking and ski trails around the Town of Preeceville, according to Ralph Ager, Lions member.
Bid to unionize Tim Hortons in Canora complicated by unfair labour practice application

Bid to unionize Tim Hortons in Canora complicated by unfair labour practice application

An attempt to unionize Tim Hortons workers in Canora is underway and the parties involved are dealing with an unfair labour practice complaint. The workers at the coffee and doughnut shop, located on Main Street, are employed by Amenity Health Care.