Battlefords News-Optimist

Cleanup day at the local cemetery was a washout due to the rain showers about. It had to be cancelled, but in the meantime. There were some periods of unexpected sunshine, however.

Congratulations to Devon Cardiff and Sheila Gessner who were married June 7. The beautiful wedding took place in the yard at the Cardiff family home. Visiting with Janet and Chris Makey presently is their daughter, Kim. Kim makes her home in Ontario.

Honeywood (Dr. A. J. Porter) Heritage Nursery launched its second annual cash lotto June 1. "The board of directors is excited to announce the launch of its second cash lotto," commented Angela Leski, cash lotto co-ordinator.

The Living Sky School Division Hall of Fame celebrated exceptional accomplishments of high school students from 15 schools Thursday.

There are three undefeated teams between the two divisions in the Senior Soccer Association through June 16's games. In the men's division, Spurs and MNG both have records of 5-0-1 for a total of 16 points.

Firefighters in Battleford are getting a pay increase this year. The last increase was in 2011. The three years previous to that saw no increase.

LUCYK: Lily, 1911 - 2014. Passed away peacefully at home on January 9, 2014 in her 103rd year. Lily Sulatycky, predeceased by her dear husband William Lucyk. Loving mother of Zora Jackson of Ottawa and David Lucyk of Houston, TX.

ANDERSEN: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Merle Andersen (nee Sayers) on May 19, 2014. Merle was born on June 20, 1922 in Bresaylor, SK. On November 10, 1942, Merle married the love of her life, Chris.

Turtleford's Dave Smith has the distinction of being the first Canadian recipient of an international Mensa award and of 110,000 worldwide Mensa members, the first Mensan to receive two of them.

Bingo was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre June 11 with Jon Smith and Margaret MacEachern doing the calling. The loonie pot was won by Verla Mitchell. Lunch was provided by Bev Stewart and Denise Newton.