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A glimpse at Kindersley 65 years ago
This photo from the Saskatchewan Archives shows the town of Kindersley as it looked in 1959. Notice the angle parking and the park on Railway Avenue…
Community Choir has been singing for decades
If you travel back in time to November, 1984, you will see that the Kindersley Community Choir has been performing in the Christmas Carol Festival all through the years, right up to the present.
Kindersley’s first luxury hotel
December 1st, 1984 marked the date of the grand opening of Kindersley Inn, which was described as a “luxury hotel”.
Merrymakers made music in Kindersley
An excerpt from “Kindersley Memories” submitted by Mrs. Norman Gibbs, showcased local musical talent in the area prior to WWII.
Remember when Tim’s came to Kindersley?
Eighteen years ago, November 19th marked the opening of Tim Hortons in Kindersley. The new franchisees were local residents Martin and Deanna Soleski…
Snapshot of hockey 100 years ago
Back in 1972, this photo of the Smiley and Kindersley hockey teams was published in the April 26, 1972 issue of The Clarion, with a request for citizens to identify any players they recognized.
Alsask part of the Pinetree Radar System
Canadian Forces Station (CFS) Alsask, which was part of the Pinetree Radar System, celebrated its 20th birthday in 1983.
First woman to be director of SWNA
If we take a look back to October, 1972 we see a Kindersley resident who was elected as director of the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association (SWNA).
Big Farmers of days gone by
Back in 1911, the Big Four Farm (officially called Eagle Lake Farms) at Flaxcombe was one of two Canadian land holdings owned by the Hon. Edward G. Strutt and his son…
Remember when the ‘goose’ was part of Kindersley’s festival?
Once again, it’s time for Kindersley’s annual Goose Festival. However, this year, it looks like the geese won’t be doing a fly-by for the festivities.
Making music together after 70 years of marriage
Marvel and Ralph Jorgenson from Oyen will celebrate 70 years of marriage at an open house and family reunion at Acadia Valley on the Victoria Day long weekend.
Helen Strutt celebrates her 100th birthday
Family and friends of Helen Strutt attended a come-and-go tea Saturday afternoon, April 22, to celebrate her 100th birthday at Kindersley Heritage Manor.
Eatonia’s Ted Douglas has lived a great life
Ted Douglas from Eatonia has led a long and interesting life, which began on Dec. 31st, 1924, at Empress, AB. He was the oldest of four kids, growing up on a farm between Empress and Eatonia.
Setting a ‘shiny’ example back in 2004
Darwin Zimrose smiles in this photo, which was published in the April 7, 2004 issue of The Clarion. His hair stylist, Christel Hankewich assured him his hair will return just as full and lush as it was before.
Memories from Marengo 1993
A photo published in the April 28, 1993 issue of The Kindersley Clarion may bring back memories for some folks in Marengo.
Former Smiley resident shares memories
On March 25th Shirley Jeffries, a resident at Caleb Village enjoyed celebrating her birthday with family. Shirley was born in 1934 and anticipates celebrating a milestone birthday in 2024.
Remember these Eatonia gals back in 2004?
Sarah Becker (left), Debbie Kroeker, and Geri Golightly delivered laughs in Eatonia, back in February, 2004 with their amusing and uninhibited performance in “Wedding of the Year”…
Look how far we’ve come
A March, 1998 issue of The West Central Crossroads featured the latest technology for farmers. “More and more farmers are using the Internet to help manage their operations…
Remembering Champs from 1983
Photos from April 27, 1983 edition of the Clarion, Kindersley Midget Elks and 1983 Legion Men’s Champions.
Looking Back: Tasha Kanasevich
The following is an excerpt from the April 3, 2000 edition of the West Central Crossroads.