Monthly Archives: May 2016

Next week’s paper

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For those you haven’t yet heard, next week’s paper, May 30, will be the last Monday issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. There will be a gap as the Press-Herald switches over to a Friday publication date, with the following paper not coming out until Friday, June 10.

In next week’s paper, along with all the details, times and places for Unity Western Days activities (including a map of the parade route), be sure to check out:

  • introductions to this year’s Rodeo Queen candidates;
  • a write-up and photos from St. Peter’s dessert theatre performances;
  • Unity product Alex Pernitsky plays in the RBC Cup finals; and
  • for something a little different, the Top 10 features new correspondent Louise Robson’s favourite foods in Italy.

The editorial page has a guest editorial on the Fort Mac fire and evacuations while the ads feature many upcoming local events, before and after Western Days.

Below, action at the 2015 Unity Western Days rodeo:

Unity Western Days

 

RCMP Report for May 3 to 9

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for May 3 to 9, 2016

RCMP received a complaint of theft. Members located the subject of complaint who returned the stolen item.  No further police action necessary as this was a civil matter.  No charges were laid.

Police received a complaint of an individual staring at another individual as a means of intimidation. Member warned subject of complaint.

There was a report of an air seeder obstructing Highway 21 as the tractor towing it had broken down. Members directed traffic until the air seeder was moved.

RCMP received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle near Scott Colony. Members patrolled but could not locate the vehicle.

There was also one false 911 call, one traffic complaint and one false alarm.

In Macklin, officers assisted Macklin School with traffic control while a military helicopter landed as part of a school function. Captain Connor Ryan, formerly of Macklin, Saskatchewan and a graduate of Macklin School brought his aircraft and crew to Macklin to show the students and community the aircraft that he flies in service of his country.

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.

Below, a military helicopter, piloted by Cpt. Connor Ryan, lands at Macklin SK.

Canadian Armed Forces

(photo courtesy of the RCMP)

RCMP Report for April 26 to May 2

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for April 26 to May 2, 2016

RCMP received a complaint of the theft of a post pounder from a rural residence. This matter is still under investigation.

Members attended the Unity Composite High School Career Fair.

Members assisted Wilkie Fire Department with a grass fire near the railroad tracks by Scott, Saskatchewan.

Police discussed a peace bond with an individual.

There was also one traffic complaint and one false alarm.

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

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As always, a great variety in next week’s Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. Check it out for such stories as:

  • an overview of a number of donation drives and fundraising efforts locally on behalf of the Fort McMurray evacuees;
  • results from the junior high track meet at Unity Composite High School;
  • official grand opening of Unity Community Daycare; and
  • no repairs on Main Street this year? Find out the reason why!

And yes, of course you will also find an RCMP report, an editorial and the ever-popular Top 10!

RCMP Report for April 19 to 25

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for April 19 to 25, 2016

RCMP received a complaint of uttering threats. The subject of complaint was issued a verbal warning and the complaint was referred to another agency for follow-up.

There was a report of stolen lumber. There are no suspects at this time.

Police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle driving by the school. Members patrolled but the vehicle was gone on arrival.

There were also 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

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A great variety of news in Monday’s Unity Wilkie Press-Herald, everything ranging from:

  • a good news budget from the Town of Unity; to
  • a Fort McMurray evacuee’s story; to
  • high school basketball awards; to
  • a story and some great photos from St. Peter’s Church “Raise the Roof” fundraiser concert.

Serious news, adventure, sports, arts and culture – it’s all there in your local paper! Along with, of course, an RCMP report, local advertising and local obituaries. If you’re not a subscriber, pick up a copy and see what you think of our community newspaper!

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RCMP Report for April 12 to 18

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for April 12 to 18, 2016

RCMP received a report of a front end loader hitting a power line causing it to fall to the ground. There were no injuries and no charges were laid.

Police received a report of a shed fire north of Salvador, SK. No police action necessary.

A 26-year-old Unity male and a 27-year-old Unity female were charged with possession of marijuana and possession of cocaine when police located the drug in their residence while executing a search warrant.

Members served a mutual restraining order at the request of Queen’s Bench of Alberta to an individual in the detachment area.

RCMP received a complaint of the theft of fuel from a gas station. The driver returned to pay for the fuel. No charges were laid.

Police seized a small amount of cannabis marihuana in a vehicle during a traffic stop. The amount of the drug located was too minuscule for charges to be laid.

Members executed warrants for a male at the request of Smokey Lake Detachment. The individual was placed on a six-day remand for court in Alberta.

Several tools were stolen from an outbuilding in Denzil, Saskatchewan. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a complaint of an individual shooting birds from a vehicle in Unity. Members located the subject of complaint and discovered he was hired as pest/crow control for the Town of Unity. No charges were laid.

CN Police reported an individual walking on the train tracks in Unity. Members located the subject of complaint and issued a verbal warning to stay off the tracks.

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.