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The Preeceville Panthers senior football team traveled to Watson on October 14 with high hopes of adding another win to its record. "The team was not denied as we walked away with a great win with a score of 32-20," said Jeremy Mattison, coach.

The Preeceville junior football team continued its undefeated season with another win on the board on October 11 when the team defeated Wakaw 35-7 at home. "The team has had a great season with an undefeated season to date," said Bill Dodge, coach.

The annual October trade show attracted 45 vendors to the Preeceville Community Hall on October 8. The Preeceville Fire Department hosted the annual show and provided the important messages of fire prevention and the importance of smoke detectors.

About 120 Canora residents took the opportunity to listen to the nominees who are seeking the seven seats on town council during an all-candidates forum held last week.

The Canora Composite School cross-country team continues to impress parents and coaches by having 14 students place in the top 10 of their respective races.

The Canora Hospital Auxiliary October Pie and Coffee event had an increase in attendance from last year, according to event organizer, Laurie Wasylyw.

The students of Canora Junior Elementary School are learning how to keep themselves and others safe in emergencies with several activities in conjunction with Fire Safety Week.

Air cadets from Kamsack and Canora met at Kamsack on October 8 for an introduction to biathlon, which is “an up-and-coming” sport. With Lt. Darren Paul of the Canora detachment as the instructor, the day began at 10 a.m.

There was a good turnout for the Performing Arts and Leisure Services (PALS) potluck supper on September 29.

Small business is an important part of the social and economic fabric of our community. Canora has always reaped the benefits of being an urban centre surrounded by a thriving agriculture industry.