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The Western Development Museum has announced recently appointed members of the board of directors. Two appointees are new to the board. Jack Dawes from Saltcoats has been appointed as director.

NORTHEAST — The stubble in the fields is dry, ready to go off with a spark. The field itself is too wet to support a fire truck. The solution: attack from the air.

Two outstanding leaders in Catholic education and four long-serving retirees were among those honored by Light of Christ Catholic Schools at its annual staff celebration Friday at LOCCS Learning Centre in North Battleford.

The Saskatchewan Economic Development Association held its annual Intersections for Growth Conference on May 2 and 3.

Spring is a time of twitterpation. This can mean the SPCAs, garage sale sites, and Kijiji being loaded with kittens looking for a good home. Wanda Price at the Humboldt SPCA says this year has not been bad so far with a few litters coming in.

NIPAWIN — A new physician is coming to Nipawin. Dr. Akinwunmi Akinwuntan will provide services with the Nipawin Medi-Clinic effective May 21. He is originally from Ile-Ife in Nigeria.

Overcoming the ravages of addiction and depression through faith was the positive message put forth by guest speaker Tarrant Cross Child Saturday. He was the guest speaker at the Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast.

The provincial budget and the shortage of doctors in rural areas dominated the discussion as leader of the Saskatchewan NDP answered questions during a visit to Nipawin.

Saturday night marked the ninth annual Champions of Mental Health Awards, held once again at the Dekker Centre.

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