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Time is neither positive or negative – it’s what you do with it that is. That was the core message of valedictorian Adam Meyers’ speech to the 91 graduates of Melfort and Unit Comprehensive Collegiate at June 29’s graduation ceremony.

Details were shared with North Battleford council Monday night about what is described as an “aggressive” downtown revitalization incentive program for the city.

Nipawin council has signed a new lease with the people operating the Evergreen’s food services after they changed their ownership structure.

This was the scene in Central Park Saturday afternoon between noon and 4 pm.

The Town of Nipawin’s restructuring continues, with council planning to rejig its standing committees and how long deputy mayors remain on duty.

It was a highly successful week for the Northeast Red Sox as they swept a pair of contests in Saskatoon Men’s Baseball League action. The Red Sox kicked off their June 25 doubleheader against the C Division’s Cardinals.

The first day of summer arrived this week and this is your reminder to make it count.

More rain has slowed up work in the fields, or stopped it, but damage from the hail seems minimal as the flowers are out there blooming away, and looking very nice.

On a cloudy Medstead day, slate gray sky entangled with bright green foliage, the village hall saw a crowd of well over 80 smiling people. The event was in celebration of long term Medstead resident Gladys Jesse’s 80th birthday.

Medstead and District Recreation Association (MADRA) is finishing up its t-ball and toss ball season for the year. Through the work of the association, volunteers and the coach, local children of Medstead had the opportunity to learn valuable skills.