Monthly Archives: August 2015

Next week’s paper

As August comes to an end, the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald looks at what one area teen did on her summer holiday! Along with this story of a teen travelling to Nicaragua to volunteer, look for:

  • a list of the blocks in town being paved this year;
  • an interview with provincial NDP leader, Cam Broten;
  • a story on an upcoming move for KC Rescue; and
  • some Unity girls win another provincial gold!

Below, a paving crew works on 1st Street East and Unity SK motorists look forward to having a lot less potholes to swerve around.

paving streets in Unity

RCMP Report for July 28 to August 3

UNITY SK REPORTS for July 28 to August 3, 2015

RCMP received a report of two males in a residence backyard. Members attended but could not locate the two subjects.

Member assisted an individual with a concerning text message. This matter is still under investigation.

Police received a complaint of criminal harassment. Members issued a verbal warning to the subject of complaint.

There was a complaint of uttering threats but the complainant declined to lay charges.

A female was arrested for assault with a weapon and lodged in cells until sober. The complainant declined to lay charges.

RCMP received a complaint of an individual using farm equipment without the owner’s permission. This was determined to be a civil matter.

There was a report of a suspicious vehicle. Member located the vehicle owner and noted the vehicle was legally parked on the street. No charges were laid.

CN Police reported a malfunction with the railway crossing arms at Unity, Saskatchewan.

There was a minor traffic collision between two vehicles in Unity. This matter is still under investigation.

Police received a report of the sudden death of an 86-year-old Unity female. The death is not suspicious in nature.

RCMP received a report of a single vehicle collision with a moose on Highway 21 north of Unity, SK. Both vehicle occupants sustained minor injuries. No charges were laid.

There were two grass fires on Highway 14 west of Unity. Unity Fire Department extinguished both fires.

Members attended a single vehicle rollover near Denzil, Sask. Three vehicle occupants sustained minor injuries. This matter is still under investigation.

Police received a report of cows on the highway east of Unity. The owner had already moved the cows by the time members could respond to the call.

RCMP assisted an individual with a suspicious post on Facebook but members were unable to locate subject of complaint.

Police received a complaint of a male stalking a female but the complainant declined to lay charges.

There was also one traffic complaint.

Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.

You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

RCMP Reports for July 21 to 27

July 21 to 27

UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for July 21 to 27, 2015

RCMP received a report of a grass fire near Unity SK on Highway 14. Unity Fire Department extinguished the fire.

Police received a complaint of individuals starting a small fire in a back alley behind a residence. Members patrolled but could not locate any suspects.

Members executed a warrant for Estevan Police Service during a traffic stop.

RCMP received a report of a male lying on Highway 14 west of Unity. Members located the individual and transported him to Unity Hospital for assessment. He was later transported to North Battleford Hospital by members at the request of the physician.

There was a complaint of a barking dog. The owner was warned to keep the dog inside the residence to prevent further complaints.

Police received a complaint of harassing text messages. This matter is still under investigation.

CN Police reported a crossing arm malfunction near Senlac. Reported for information purposes.

There was a complaint of quads driving dangerously at Suffern Lake, Saskatchewan. Member unable to attend due to attending a high priority call. No further issues.

There was also one false 911 call.

Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.

You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Next week’s paper

The Unity Wilkie Press-Herald staff are back from holidays and there WILL be a new paper next week, catching up on all the August news thus far! Look for:

  • a story and photos on the UK Royals’ championship win at Western Canadians;
  • the latest Sask. Ag Crop Report – harvest has started;
  • how the Bantam Panthers fared at their first ever Western Canadians; and
  • a report and photos from the Cactus Lake and Edenview schools’ reunion.

Below, despite the dry start to the growing season, there are some crops in the fields. Grain stands, continuing to ripen, as peas are combined and canola is swathed. Photo taken northeast of Highway 14 & Nottawa Road, August 18, 2015.

harvest in Saskatchewan

RCMP Reports for July 14 to 20

UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for July 14 to 20

RCMP received a complaint of assault but the complainant declined to lay charges.

Police received a report from a concerned citizen who believed an individual was going to breach a peace bond. Members spoke to the subject of complaint who understood the implications of breaching the peace bond. Reported for information purposes.

There was a complaint regarding the by-law officer having access to vehicle registration records.  Members explained to the complainant that the by-law officer does legitimately have access to this information as part of the town by-law program.

A concerned family member was inquiring if an individual had been detained by police overnight as the family was unable to locate him. The family did not want to report the individual as missing. Unity RCMP detachment made adjacent detachments aware of the situation.

RCMP received a complaint of fraud through mail. The letter was legitimate and was returned to the owner.

There was a single vehicle collision with a deer. There were no injuries.

Police received a complaint of an individual jumping over the train tracks with a bicycle while the crossing arms were activated for an oncoming train. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.

There was also one false 911 call, one false fire alarm and two traffic complaints.

Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.

You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

 

Next week’s paper

Last week’s paper is the last Unity Wilkie Press-Herald before everyone at the office gets a well-deserved summer break! Check it out for upcoming events and:

  • a summary and details from the housing study commissioned by the Town of Unity;
  • results from the Bantam and Peewee Cardinals’ provincial quests;
  •  a thoughtful piece on the Canadian Senate; and
  • how a few horses have become a business with 60.

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