Remember when the RCMP Musical Ride came to Eston?
Almost thirty years ago, the RCMP Musical Ride came to Eston on August 4, 1994, when they performed in front of 1,700 people.
Remembering Brock Rodeo champions from 2001
Newspaper archives from August, 2001 revealed an article in The Crossroads which covered the first ever Brock High School Rodeo.
Marengo’s many names
The Village of Marengo had several different names in the early years of settlement - (although no documentation is available) - Janesville, after the first settlers…
Remembering a Kerrobert farmer who made the news
Lorne Smith from Kerrobert and his stock dog Kit were featured on television in 2000. According to an article in The Clarion the registered border collie and her handler Lorne Smith of Kerrobert…
Nettie Beckett loves to keep busy
Nettie Beckett moved to Caleb Village three years ago in order to be closer to her daughter Deb Smith and grandson Derek, who both live outside of Kindersley.
Lemsford Park was once a popular summer destination
Lemsford Park was once a popular summer destination. Thirty years ago, there was something for everyone to enjoy at the park.
THE PLENTY PLANET?
Who remembers when the Village of Plenty had its own newspaper? While touring the Plenty Museum, this copy from December 19, 1913 caught my eye.
Remember the storm of 1993?
If you grew up in Kindersley, or have been a long-time resident you will remember the storm that swept through Kindersley on the evening of July 29, 1993.
Coleville memories live on
This photo in the Clarion archives might bring back some memories. Back on the weekend of July 30 to August 2, 1993, the Schmidt sisters got into the spirit of the Coleville School Reunion.
Demo derbies were a hit 50+ years ago
The Kindersley Lions Club sponsored their second derby in 1972. It was reported that 1500 people braved the wind, rain and cold weather to watch the 19 entries.
Recalling 4-H achievement from 30 years ago
On June 2, 1993, 11-year-old Ryan Toner and his angus 4-H calf picked up some prizes during the 4-H Achievement held in Kerrobert.
Kindersley Mall opened 40 years ago
40 years ago the Kindersley Mall held its grand opening in June of 1983. At that time the building was 74 percent leased, including a licensed dining room and shoe store.
A glimpse into Great Sandhills Museum
The Great Sandhills Museum and Interpretative Centre in Sceptre, Sask. holds a wealth of interesting treasures. Each classroom of the former school building contains a different theme.
Wild West Daze is fun for everyone!
The annual Wild West Daze weekend was once again a highlight in 2023 for residents of Leader and surrounding area.
Meet Leader’s graduating class of 1983
Do you recognize any of these Leader Composite School graduates from the class of 1983? The class held their 40th school reunion on the June 17th weekend at Leader.
Kindersley offered skydiving lessons in 1989
You never know what surprises you’ll find in archives from years past. Some residents will remember when skydiving lessons were offered at the Kindersley airport on June 23 and 24, 1989.
Helen Japp shares memories about her life
Helen Japp lived at Caleb Village in Kindersley before recently moving to Eston. She wrote about her life and memories, which we are pleased to share with you.
Cyclone from a previous century
Cathy Bayda and her husband reside on a farm eight miles north of Eston, where a cyclone touched down exactly 100 years ago on May 26, 1923, at 4:00 p.m.
Memories of the Ukrainian Women’s Assoc.
During the past year or two our communities have welcomed many Ukrainian families into our midst. But did you know that Ukrainian traditions, culture and language have been preserved in this region for many decades?
The Beginning and End of Kindersley’s Oil Refinery
There are nuggets of information contained in Kindersley’s history book entitled ‘Kindersley Memories.’ One of the articles describes the Goose Lake Oil Refinery…