Recognize any of Eston’s hockey team from the 1950s?
The Prairie West Historical Society has this photo from the past, which was given to them by Jack Scott, formerly of Eston.
A stroll down Eston’s memory lane
An interesting excerpt from Eston’s history book “Grass to Grain” was penned by Ethel Burke in the year 2000 when she told the story of how the Legion Hall was once Eston’s hospital.
Kindersley Museum receives addition to their collection of implements
The Kindersley & District Plains Museum acquired a recent donation from Judie and Larry Lyons. The Brock couple donated a 20-foot Self-propelled Case 950 swather...
1928 Bumper Crop!
94-year-old Alan Johnson, who subscribes to our paper, stopped by our office last week with this wonderful photo of his Dad’s farming outfit.
Former Richlea Hotel Destroyed in Wiseton Fire
A tragic event unfolded on Tuesday, September 4th, in the small village of Wiseton, located west of Outlook.
Summer memories at Eston Riverside pool
The Prairie West Historical Society at Eston posted this old photo of the pool at Eston Riverside Regional Park.
Memories of Leader Swimming Pool
This is a post card of the original swimming pool at Leader just after it was built will bring back many fond memories.
Remember when Kindersley served grilled cheese and music?
Ten years ago the sound of music and the tantalizing aroma of grilled cheese sandwiches emanated from Kindersley Regional Park during a two-day festival.
Miss Teen Kindersley 1989
Thirty-five years ago, six girls entered their Grade 12 at Kindersley Composite School, as well as vying for the title of Miss Teen Kindersley.
An important part of our local history!
Jane (Mitchell) Hanbidge's wedding dress, worn on her 1915 wedding day to Robert Hanbidge in Francis, Saskatchewan, is on display at the Hanbidge Exhibit at the Kerrobert Museum.
Memorable moments at the mall parking lot
The most exciting moment taking place at the mall parking lot in Kindersley was observed thirty-five years ago. During the 1989 summer vacation, a Canadian Tire stunt driving team…
History of Tyner Memorial Hall
Tyner Memorial Hall has been a fixture at Eston Riverside Regional Park for over a decade. It was placed on its cement foundation after being moved in March of 2008.
Girl Guides from the past
Check out these young Alsask Girl Guides from 1979. Back row (L-R): Lynette Schaefer, Michelle Ross, Kim Peters, Elena Thomas, Catherine Schaefer, Dawn Dooley.
Growing up in Eston during the 1930s and 1940s
A resident at Evergreens in Kindersley shared her memories of growing up in Eston, Saskatchewan, in the 1930s and 1940s. Linnea Black (nee Hierlmeier) turned 96 on April 15 of this year.
25 years ago, Great Sandhills Terminal became a reality
The Great Sandhills Terminal, located between Leader and Prelate, opened its facility twenty-five years ago. The grain handling facility held its grand opening on July 13, 1999…
Kindersley’s 1984 building boom
Kindersley experienced a building boom back in 1984. The town’s $9 million in building permits outreached many other communities in the province.
World Youth Baseball hostesses
The year 1984 wasn’t just the name of George Orwell’s cautionary tale, it was also the year the World Youth Baseball Championships were held in Kindersley.
Tramping Lake’s rodeo history
More than sixty years ago, the communities of Major, Luseland and Kerrobert combined their efforts to host a rodeo at Tramping Lake Park.
Thank you, Miss St. John
One of my favourite parts of my job since returning to West Central Saskatchewan four years ago is reacquainting myself with familiar names from the past.
History of Seymour Hotel
There’s a vacant lot on Railway Avenue in Kindersley where the Seymour Hotel was once located. Historian Joan (Champ) Brewerton shared the history of the old hotel…