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They are the most famous words in hockey: Game 7.

NIPAWIN — Nipawin’s new water treatment plant, still under construction, is under budget so far. The project, estimated at $20.8 million, is under the budget approved by council by around $258,000.

The Nipawin Hawks are a win away from their first league title in 28 years after picking up a 3-1 win over the Estevan Bruins The Game 5 victory pushed the Hawks into a 3-2 series lead, with Game 6 back in Estevan on April 22.

From the Recorder files, April 29, 1997

At the Battleford Legion on April 9, Tim Popp presented members of the Legion with quilts.

As of Friday the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority is accepting applications for wholesale cannabis permits as well as licensed producer registrations.

The Battlefords Boys and Girls Club has furnished its basement and developed programming for youth ages 11-14 years, creating the Husky Energy Youth Program. Husky donated funds for the programming.

TISDALE — The cowgirl drew her 0.45mm Ruger Vaqueros as she rode towards her target. Once she got in range, a loud bang reverberated. As the balloon popped, she sped to her next target.

RIDGEDALE — Thanks to its bee operation, the Ridgedale Co-op is swarming with profits this year. At its annual general meeting, the co-op revealed it made $190,000 in 2017, compared to a loss of $48,000 the previous year.

CARROT RIVER — Last year was a solid year for the Carrot River Co-op as it continues a drive to diversify. “I like what we’ve done,” said Ward Kewley, the co-op’s general manager.