Monthly Archives: July 2018

Unity Cardinals vs. Lumsden Cubs at Midget AA Tier 1 provincials

Unity and Lumsden met in a round robin game at the Saskatchewan Midget AA Tier 1 Provincial Championship Saturday, July 28. Lumsden won the game 8-5.

With Unity losing their second game of the round robin series later in the day to the NW Prairie Pirates, 8-6, Unity does not advance to the playoff rounds. Lumsden plays in a semifinal at 12:30 July 29 and the gold medal provincial championship games goes at 3:30 July 29 at the Unity ball diamonds.

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provincial midget AA baseballBelow, the Unity pitcher outruns the Lumsden batter – 2 pics in a series (you can see the runner’s shadow in the first photo):

Unity Cardinals

Lumsden Cubs

 

Unity hosts provincial baseball

Unity Minor Ball hosted the Saskatchewan Bantam Tier 1 and the Mosquito Tier 3 Provincial Baseball Championships July 20, 21 and 22. (If you missed it, don’t worry, Unity is also hosting Midget Tier 1 provincials this weekend, with opening ceremonies at 4 pm July 27. Unity’s Midget Cardinals play at 6 pm July 27, and at noon and  6 pm Saturday July 28. Playoff games and gold medal game are scheduled for Sunday.)

Here are some shots of the opening ceremonies – Ed Ralston threw the first pitch, introduced by daughter-in-law Tara. Troy Snider was MC. Dave Weber played O Canada.

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Bantam AA Provincial Baseball Tier 1

The Bantam Cardinals provincial team hosted the AA Bantam Tier 1 provincial championship at Unity July 20 to 22.

The Unity Bantam Cardinals provincial team won a tiebreaker Sunday morning and advanced to the semifinals, but then lost to the PA Royals 5-4, ending their provincial quest.

Here are some shots from their round robin game against the Battleford Beavers Saturday evening, July 21. (Some photos also in July 26 Regional Optimist newspaper.)

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Mosquito AA Tier 3 provincial championships

The Mosquito Cardinals provincial team hosted the AA Mosquito Tier 3 provincial championship at Unity July 20 to 22.

Unfortunately the Unity Mosquito Cardinals provincial team lost a tiebreaker Sunday morning so didn’t advance to the semifinals.

Here are some shots from their round robin game against the Meadow Lake Sox Saturday afternoon, July 21.

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Cardinals advance to NSRBL semifinals

Battling through their first round playoff games against the North Battleford Beavers to win win two games out of three, the Unity Cardinals men’s team will now face the Border City Blue Jays in a North Saskatchewan River Baseball League semifinal.

Games are:

Monday, July 23 in Lloyd

Thursday, July 26 in Unity

Tuesday, July 31 in Lloyd.

Good luck, Cardinals!

Here Cardinals score a run during their last regular season game, which was against Wilkie Monday, July 9:

Unity Cardinals senior men's team

RCMP Report for June 19 to 25

UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for June 19 to 25, 2018

RCMP received a complaint of a hit-and-run causing damage to a vehicle. Reported for insurance purposes.

Members received a report of a cow on the highway by Denzil, Saskatchewan. The cow had left the roadway. There were no further complaints.

Police received a report of a break-and-enter into a residence in Denzil. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a complaint of theft of fuel from a local gas station. Members located the subject of complaint who returned to pay for the fuel. No charges were laid.

Members are investigating a complaint of fraud.

Police received a report of uttering threats. This matter is still under investigation.

A 58-year-old male was charged with theft under $5000 – shoplifting, after police received a complaint of theft from a local business.

RCMP received a Mental Health Act complaint. Members spoke with the subject of complaint and complainant.

Members received two noise complaints from the same residence. The information was referred to the bylaw officer.

Police received a complaint of impaired operation of a motor vehicle. Members patrolled but could not located the vehicle.

Members spoke to an individual regarding a child welfare concern.

RCMP received a complaint of uttering threats but it was unfounded.

Police received a report of disturbing the peace. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.

Members received a request to speak to an individual regarding the inappropriate touching of another person. The complainant declined to lay charges.

RCMP received a Mental Health Act complaint. Members attended and spoke with the complainant and the subject of complaint.

Police received a complaint of theft from a rural area near Unity. There are no suspects at this time.

There were also two traffic complaints, three false 911 calls and two false alarms.

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

UCHS Class of 2018 – Special Awards

Unity Composite High School held their formal cap and gown graduation exercises at the school Friday, June 29. Thousands of dollars were awarded to local graduating students from local organizations, families and businesses to help the students on their way to post-secondary education, careers and adult life.

See scholarship presentation photos here: Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3.

Along with the many scholarships and bursaries awarded, four special awards were handed out.

Winning the UCHS Senior Leadership Award for a male student was Adam Baker,shown here receiving the award from teacher Anne-Marie David.

Leadership Award at UCHS

Winning the UCHS Senior Leadership Award for a female student was Kennedy Mielke, shown here receiving her award from teacher Kyle Wood.

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Adam Baker was presented with the Honour Cord by Principal Ken Parker. Adam had the highest overall average in Grade 12 and delivered the valedictory address after receiving the Honour Cord.

UCHS 2018 Honour Cord

The Governor General’s Medal is referred to as the highest honour given at the high school level. Cyane Sperle was awarded the medal for having the highest overall average in Grades 11 and 12 combined. Principal Ken Parker presented Cyane with a certificate and the medal.

Governor General's Medal

Congratulations to all graduates and the best of luck in your futures!

UCHS Class of 2018 – Scholarships awarded – Part 3

Unity Composite High School held their formal cap and gown graduation exercises at the school Friday, June 29. Thousands of dollars were awarded to local graduating students from local organizations, families and businesses to help the students on their way to post-secondary education, careers and adult life.

See Part I photos here and Part 2 photos here.

Downtown Medical Clinic presented by Dr. Lyle Williams to Cyane Sperle:

UCHS graduation

Unity Knights of Columbus presented by Richard Colbow to Stephanie Hauta:7195 KoC Steph

Unity Knights of Columbus presented by Richard Colbow to Austin Senger:

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Unity Royal Canadian Legion, branch #90, presented by Melody Schatz to Caitlyn Ireland:7207 Legion Caitlyn

Order of the Eastern Star presented by Marion Kelly to Cyane Sperle:

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Jimmy & Ethel Anderson, Kilwinning Masonic Lodge presented by Bill Swiderski to Kennedy Mielke:7216 masons Kennedy

Jimmy & Ethel Anderson Physical Sciences, Kilwinning Masonic Lodge, presented by Bill Swiderski to Adam Baker7223 physical sciences Adam

Tommy Rutherford, Kilwinning Masonic Lodge, presented by Bill Swiderski to Caitlyn Ireland:7226 tommy rutherford Caitlyn

Tommy Rutherford, Kilwinning Masonic Lodge, presented by Bill Swiderski to Jared Risling:7237 tommy rutherford Ryan

Isabel Anderson Physical Sciences, Kilwinning Masonic Lodge, presented by Bill Swiderski to Shayna Stockton:7240 isabel anderson Shayna

Photo unavailable: John Coid Masonic Memorial Bursary presented by Bill Swiderski to Caprice Sherwood.

Candace Heitt Memorial presented by Tristan Halter to Carter Acton:

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Our Lady of the Prairies presented by *** Robertson to Kennedy Mielke:7255 lady of prairies Kennedy

UCHS Class of 2018 – Scholarships awarded – Part 2

Unity Composite High School held their formal cap and gown graduation exercises at the school Friday, June 29. Thousands of dollars were awarded to local graduating students from local organizations, families and businesses to help the students on their way to post-secondary education, careers and adult life.

See Part I photos here.

UCHS Volleyball Alumni presented by Kyla Snell to Stephanie Hauta:

Unity SK high school graduation

Unity School of Dance presented by Lisa Sherwood to Madison Gilbert:7136 dance Madison

Tyler Glackin Memorial presented by Kyla Snell to Todd Burns:7143 Glackin Memorial Todd Burns

Unity Lions Club presented by Jim Sego to Adam Baker:7147 Lions Adam

Unity Lions Club presented by Jim Sego to Kennedy Mielke:

UCHS scholarships 2018

Unity Royal Purple presented by Elaine Sperle to Carter Acton:7165 royal purple Carter

Unity Agricultural Society presented by Elaine Sperle to Caitlyn Ireland:

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Ed Burnell & family presented by Ron Wesolowski to Ryan Jackson:7174 burnell Ryan

Steven Wesolowski Memorial presented by Ron Wesolowski to Madison Gilbert:7179 wesolowski Madison

CUPE Local 4747 presented by Chantelle Bretzer to Kailey Hayes:

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CUPE Local 4747 presented by Vanessa Gilbert to Kennedy Mielke:

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