Month: July 2017

100,000 Banned Books

As part of the Documenta 14 art festival in Germany, Argentinian artist Marta Minujín created a full-size replica of the Greek Parthenon using 100,000 books that are currently banned across the world today. Minujín built her replica at Friedrichsplatz in Kassel, the site of a famous Nazi book- burning when the fascist party were at the… Continue reading 100,000 Banned Books

Kindersley Teen Named Junior Citizen of the Year

At first, Jillian McArthur might appear to be a usual teen, but a closer look at her life and schedule will reveal something quite different. The 16-year old’s outstanding volunteer efforts and mentor-focused life-style has earned the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association’s Junior Citizen Award of the Year 2017. “I was incredibly excited, yet also shocked… Continue reading Kindersley Teen Named Junior Citizen of the Year

The Two Week Wait

When we decided we would try IVF, I was only aware (at the time) of one other person who had gone through it. After one try, they were blessed with a handsome, healthy baby boy. I was positive (and well, didn’t know any better) that we were going to have a similar experience. Preparing for… Continue reading The Two Week Wait

Kindersley Honours Heroes at Local BBQ

Sometimes we can overlook the daily sacrifice of our local RCMP officers, forget to thank the tireless efforts of our volunteer firefighters, or, in the heat of the moment, we may neglect saying “thank-you” the EMS workers who save our lives. Emergency workers, the community’s heroes, will often go unsung and underappreciated. Kindersley’s Chamber of… Continue reading Kindersley Honours Heroes at Local BBQ

Kindersley Bantam Team Takes Home Gold

The Minor ball provincial season has come and gone, leaving in its wake several happy coaches, players, and parents. Among this crowd are those of the Kindersley Bantam team, Gold Winners of the Provincial playoffs in Carnduff, Saskatchewan. “Overall the season was tough,” recalled Bantam Coach Kim Tuffs, “But the kids gelled at just the… Continue reading Kindersley Bantam Team Takes Home Gold

Raiders Ready for Playoffs

Flying on a 6 win streak, the Raiders are ready for the challenge of playoffs. “Overall, we have had a successful season,” noted bench coach, Clayton Artymovich. “As with all seasons, we had our losses and our wins, but overall this year overall has been pretty strong.” Ironically for the Raiders, the Kindersley Stallions have… Continue reading Raiders Ready for Playoffs

Kindersley Ready for Drag and Pull Weekend

The roar of motors, the hearty cheering of crowds; this upcoming weekend has been long awaited by racers and families alike. The Kindersley Drag Races and Truck & Tractor Pulls is a family friendly event, full of fun, races, and intense pull matches. In fact, it is one of the only places in Saskatchewan to… Continue reading Kindersley Ready for Drag and Pull Weekend

Kindersley Stallions Stalwart in Face of Playoffs

After an impressive regular season, the Kindersley Stallions head into playoffs later this week. “We have had a pretty good regular season so far,” noted team manager, Austin Jamieson; “We’ve played hard and the results are showing.” A fledgling team in Kindersley, the Stallions were formed early this spring after an overload of interest in… Continue reading Kindersley Stallions Stalwart in Face of Playoffs

Kindersley Bowling Team Pleased after Nationals

Kindersley was well represented at the 2017 Canada Bowl National Championships as one of our home teams placed 4th last weekend. Competing in the 5pin Championship, the Kindersley team represented the whole of Saskatchewan, while 7 other teams represented British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec, Newfoundland, and Ontario. “Considering we are talking nationals, our team was… Continue reading Kindersley Bowling Team Pleased after Nationals