Local News

The Preeceville liquor store now has a new location and name under the management of Garth Harris. The new store, known as Thirsty Dogz Liquor, opened for business on November 21. The new downtown location is 17 Main Street in Preeceville.

Chief George Cote of Cote First Nation says it was an honour to pray for First Nation people at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem.

The Preeceville School Community Council hosted its annual general meeting at the Preeceville School with 12 members in attendance on November 20. The meeting’s main focus was the election of the new executive, reported Kim Murray, secretary.

It’s becoming a Canora Christmas tradition. Once again, Canora Ambulance is holding the annual Yuletide Toy Drive for those who may otherwise go without gifts this Christmas season, said Jocelyn Weinbender, spokesperson with Canora Ambulance.

Students of Victoria School, who may have lost or forgotten their gloves or mittens on a cold day this winter, have access to 50 pair of hand-knitted mittens, thanks to Millie Currie.

Eager Christmas shoppers got an early start on Christmas shopping with the Sturgis Winter Wonderland craft sale in Sturgis on November 25.

With snow on the ground since early November, members of the Good Spirit Cross- Country Ski Club are looking forward to a new season on the trails.

Organizers of the annual Christmas in November trade show in Kamsack on November 19 are calling it one of the best ever.

Premier Brad Wall presented individuals and teams for their outstanding contributions to the civil service during the Premier Awards’ dinner at the Conexus Art Centre in Regina on November 15.

According to feedback from those in attendance at the Crafty Christmas Trade Show and Market held on November 18 at the Canora Rainbow Hall, the event met or exceeded all expectations, said Candace Doogan, organizer.