KERROBERT’S FIRST FIGURE SKATERS
Grace Bomersine (William) was the first girl to own figure skates in Kerrobert. Since there were no teachers, she would go to the Sonja Henie movies and try to emulate her moves.
What hi-tech looked like in the 1950s
This 1950s Chrysler featured the “Highway Hi-Fi,” a built-in record player that let drivers listen to vinyl records while on the road.
Kerrobert’s Festival of Trees adds magic to the season
The Kerrobert Courthouse was alive with lights, decorations and glitter during the Festival of Trees on the evening of Dec. 4. Adults and children admired each tree…
KCS senior boys’ basketball annual tournament
The Kindersley Composite School senior boys’ basketball team hosted its annual tournament over the weekend, with eight teams competing, including two local squads.
The quiet beauty of hoar frost
Every year I wait... I go through the murky, almost sad winter days that lead up to that first breathtaking winter day — the day when the frost brings its awe-inspiring views.
HOW MANY KIDS CAN FIT ON A HORSE?
Back in the day, a popular photo op was seeing just that. In this image from Memoirs of Mariposa, Sam Patchell holds the reins while Shirley and Ross Patchell…
Remember the 2007 Pot Hole Calendar?
In 2006, a group of men from Leader and area posed for the world-famous 2007 Pot Hole Calendar. At that time, Hwy. 32 was riddled with bone-jarring potholes, with no plans for repairs…
Mrs. Claus and Santa visit Luseland Marketplace
Mrs. Claus and her significant other made a special trip from the North Pole to attend the Luseland Marketplace on Saturday, November 22.
JUST LOPING ALONG
A dozen or so antelope were hanging out in a semi-frozen field in the Leader area on Friday morning. Some appeared to be posing for the camera, while the others had no interest.
Plenty Rink dressing rooms get a fresh coat of paint
Grade 12 students from North West Central School gave the Plenty Rink dressing rooms a fresh coat of paint.
Super-sized bucket to go?
It may look like this trucker asked for a super-sized bucket of chicken for the road, but don’t be fooled. The “bucket” is actually a wind-damaged sign from the local Kentucky Fried Chicken.
A small village is providing big opportunities
The Village of Flaxcombe may be a small rural community, but its residents have been working together to provide big opportunities for people of all ages.
West Central Abilities clients visit library
West Central Abilities clients enjoyed a visit to the Kindersley Regional Library last week.
The origins of the Ugly Christmas Sweater
During the holiday season, many people dig out their so-called ugly Christmas sweaters. Workplaces often designate days for employees to wear them…
A Swingin’ Night Out in the ’70s!
Fifty years ago, the Bamboo Gardens was the place to be in Kindersley. Disco lights, funky tunes, and bell-bottoms in full effect, the night club came alive when Ricky Campbell took over…
Happy Halloween at Kindersley Playschool
These colourful characters enjoyed bellowing out an enthusiastic “Happy Halloween!” Thursday, October 30th to their families at Kindersley Playschool.
SPOOKTACULAR COSTUME, Halloween at Caleb Village!
Dani Chandler, a Caleb Village employee, gets into the Halloween spirit with her Queen of Hearts costume.
Can You Beet That?
Local gardener Bill Pinchin brought in a sample of the gigantic beets he grew in his garden this year.
Little learners celebrate fall outdoors
Little learners at Miss Sarah’s Preschool in Eston celebrated fall outdoors, discovering autumn leaves and laughter on a colourful parachute.
Rescue Cambodia dance troupe performs at Luseland
LUSELAND – International dancers from Rescue Cambodia performed at Luseland on Thursday evening, October 9. Luseland is home to Marie Ens, the founder of Rescue Cambodia…