Carlyle Observer

One thing about James Noble, age 18, is that he's not shy about coming forward.

Two issues have captured a great deal of time and attention in Sun Country Health Region this year. - Water, far too much of it for our needs, has been an ongoing issue for over two months.

Though my desk is usually less than tidy, I don't neglect my keyboard.

As Canada Day fast approaches, most of us are looking forward to the break with family and friends, so here is a quick look at what's happening in our area. Please remember that many events are "weather permitting.

No Durant, no Getzlaf, no Dressler ... no problem. Without their top stars the Saskatchewan Roughriders disposed of the Edmonton Eskimos 23-22 Friday night at Mosaic Stadium in the 2011 CFL exhibition opener for both teams.

The Carlyle detachment received 40 calls during the June 10-16 reporting period. Calls that related to mental health or minors will not be detailed in this article.

Though my desk is usually less than tidy, I don't neglect my keyboard.

Is this finally the year for the Saskatchewan Roughriders? The team from the smallest city in the Canadian Football League is the exemplification of winning: On the field they are a CFL power; off the field (at the bank), they are the CFL powerhouse.

This year's Drive for a Cure showed, yet again, the overwhelming support from the local community for the fundraising drive. The annual event raised more than $39,000 with final tallies yet to take place.

For even long than the almost-106-years that Saskatchewan has been a province, the weather has tested the fortitude of its rural residents. Drought hail, tornadoes and the infamously long, cold winters have shaped the character of rural people.