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In assigning themselves responsibilities with various boards and committees, town council has decided to move towards a “portfolio” method which places several similar responsibilities into one portfolio.

Of the 12 members of the Sunrise Health Region’s Area One Community Health Advisory Committee, five are Kamsack Comprehensive Institute students.

The Parkland Music Festival is scheduled to be hosted in the Preeceville and Sturgis areas from March 26 to April 1, 2017. "It is our turn this year to host the festival," said Anna Russell, president.

An early childhood group at Kamsack has received funding from Affinity Credit Union.

The Norquay home and gift show held December 3 featured 23 tables of crafts hosted by Maggie Lukey at the Norquay communiplex. It included a visit from Santa Claus and decorations by members of the chamber of commerce.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol was brought to life when readers took on the challenge at a program called The Dickens’ Night at the Preeceville Trinity United Churchon November 27.

Preeceville Mayor Garth Harris says he is focused on a new vision for the Town of Preeceville. "With the new council taking the oaths of office, we are shifting the focus for the Town of Preeceville in a new vision," said Harris.

During the Christmas season many younger children may have a difficult time getting Mom and Dad that special gift for Christmas, but with a small denomination of money, children can make their purchases with no hassle with the Christmas gift shop jus

Residents at the Preeceville and District Health Centre long-term care have had a busy few months with many activities.

Volunteer groups in Kamsack, Canora and Preeceville have received over $5,000 in total grants from the Government of Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) provided almost $2.