In the Community

Alida – A new office and shop has sprung up just north of Alida. No, it’s not another oilpatch shop, but rather an organization that has benefitted from the oilpatch – the RM of Reciprocity.

Ok, I’ve gone there, I’m talking about religion… It’s not something I usually like to write about but the other day I was speaking with a minister from a neighbouring town and he asked me why younger people don’t go to church.

There's a stiff breeze today, enough of a wind to ruffle Pacific Ocean waters into a series of white caps out yonder and, I suspect, crashing waves on the shores.

A Hindu man is walking and talking with God. The man asks, “Can you explain to me the mysteries of life?” God says, “O.K., but first give me a cup of water.” Just then they come upon a house. The man goes to the door to ask for a drink of water.

Estevan – Estevan chiropractor Dr. Robert Kitchen is the Conservative candidate for the Souris-Moose Mountain constituency in the upcoming Oct. 19 federal election.

Weyburn – Vicky O’Dell, a health care worker from Weyburn, is the New Democratic Party candidate for Souris-Moose Mountain, the federal constituency that encompasses the entire southeast Saskatchewan oilpatch.

e are a few things you may notice: first, the number of pieces is precise – there is no wastage. You get what you need, no more, no less. Second, there are instructions. Third, there are labelled bags for each part of the process.

Weyburn – Building contractor DSI Contracting of Weyburn has been adapting its strategy to deal with the changing economic environment in a community where oil is king.

The 2nd annual “A Walk to Remember” is being held on Sunday, September 13.

The Weyburn Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society will resume their monthly meetings on September 15, after adjourning for the summer. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Weyburn Public Library.