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The agreement is signed and sealed. Now, all that local organizers need to do is deliver on their pledge to pull off a stellar Winter Games in the Battlefords next February.

Submitted Customers in North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon and Yorkton who regularly visit a SaskPower cash counter are encouraged to do their transactions online after May 31.These four offices will be closed as of June 1.

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Dear Editor Women in Saskatchewan will be irreparably harmed by the Wall government's decision to get rid of STC. Safe, affordable public transportation is necessary to ensure the unhindered and independent movement of women in this province.

Dear Editor The Saskatchewan New Democrats launched their leadership race at the beginning of the month. Last week, Ryan Meili announced his intention to seek leadership for the third time.

Robert Charles Stewart (1932-2017) will be remembered by his loving wife of 58 years Bonnie and four sons Douglas, Craig, Gordon and David; daughters-in-law Margaret and Kei; grandchildren Sarah, Cameron, Madeline, Sarita, Jonah, Noah and Lucah; and

Janet Beckman nee Clink passed away suddenly on April 26, 2017 at Royal Columbia Hospital in New Westminster, BC.

ELSIE HIGGINS Elsie Higgins passed away peacefully on May 23, 2017 at the age of 94 years. She was predeceased by her husband Mac; parents Albert and Nellie Squire; siblings Arie, Johan, Eleanor and Ralph.

Jean Ledinski passed away on May 15, 2017 at the age of 75 years. Funeral Services were held on Saturday May 20, 2017 at 2:00 pm. from the Medstead Community Hall, Medstead, SK. with Rev. David Jensen officiating.