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Today’s paper

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Yes, it’s Christmas time at the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald office! You do NOT want to miss the December 16th issue, 48 pages of news, Letters to Santa, recipes and more, all for the same low price of only $1.25 at the news stand, less if you’re a subscriber. (Call 306-843-8030 if you want to subscribe, or buy a subscription for someone else – it makes a great last minute gift!)

Along with all the Christmas fun, Friday’s paper will include:

  • photos and an article on Paint Nite in Unity;
  • an introduction to Lonestar Towing, Unity’s towing company, and its owners;
  • the latest report on the Midget AA Lazars, along with a minor hockey report;
  • details on a special kindness and “mix-it-up” project at UCHS; and
  • the usual fare of RCMP reports, editorial page, etc.

Below, these jolly snowmen liven up the common area at Parkview Place in Unity.

Christmas decorations

RCMP Reports for November 22 to 28

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for November 22 to 28, 2016

RCMP responded to a call of an individual in medical distress. Members assisted Emergency Medical Services in gaining access to the residence so they could transport the patient to the hospital for assessment.

Police received a complaint of an individual on Saskatchewan Highway 14. Members attended and transported the subject of complaint to North Battleford Hospital for assessment.

A 30-year-old male from Neilburg SK was charged with unauthorized possession of a firearm and possession of a firearm in motor vehicle when police noted the firearms in the vehicle while it was parked near a local business.

Members contacted SaskPower after receiving a report of a downed power line.

Members euthanized an injured deer after receiving a compliant of an animal on Highway 21 south of Unity.

Police received a report of a single vehicle rollover.  There were no injuries.

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

RCMP received a complaint of suspicious vehicles in a field. Members located the subjects of complaint and discovered they were farmers spraying the field.

Members conducted a well-being check at the request of a family member.

Police received a report of a single vehicle collision. Reported for insurance purposes.

CN Police reported a train with an oil leak. Reported for information purposes.

There were also two false alarms and 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.

Tomorrow’s paper

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Lots of Christmas info, most photos and stories of past events and ads for upcoming items, in tomorrow’s Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. Be sure to check it out for:

  • photos from Winter Wonderland events and Santa’s visit last Saturday;
  • a public health advisory on flu and whooping cough;
  • details on a world UFE gold medal for a Unity resident; and
  • details on a provincial gold medal for a Unity music student.

You will also find details on the Warriors football awards and local lottery winners along with the usual fare of hockey reports, RCMP report, Blast from the Past and some humour from Kaare Askildt.

RCMP Reports for November 15 to 21

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for November 15 to 21, 2016

RCMP received a report of break-and-enters into two shops at two rural residences near Senlac, Saskatchewan. These matters are still under investigation.

Police received a complaint of disturbing the peace. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a report of a vehicle collision with a deer. Reported for insurance purposes.

Members acted as mediators in a property dispute between two individuals.

A 37-year-old male from Salvador SK was charged with assault after members received a complaint of assault.

Police received a complaint of a break-and-enter at a business in Unity. This matter is still under investigation.

Members received a report of a break-and-enter into a shop at a rural residence near Unity. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a complaint of public mischief but it was unfounded.

There was a report of a stolen quad but it was unfounded.

Members received a report of an open door at a business that was closed. A key holder attended to lock the door.

Police received a report of a fire at North West Terminal in Unity. The fire was extinguished by Unity fire department. No police action necessary.

A 55-year-old female from Regina was charged with three counts of assault after RCMP received a complaint of assault.

CN Police reported a railway crossing malfunction at Unity.

There were also two 911 calls, two traffic complaints 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.

RCMP Reports for November 8 to 14

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for November 8 to 14, 2016

RCMP received a report of a smashed vehicle windshield. This matter is still under investigation.

Police received two complaints of trespassing. Both matters are still under investigation.

Members spoke to an individual regarding a neighbour dispute.

A 23-year-old male from Red Deer, Alta., was charged with mischief after RCMP received a complaint of individuals fighting at a drinking establishment and causing damage to property.

There was a complaint of damage to a vehicle. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a report of a single vehicle collision with a deer. There were no injuries.

Police received a report of a single vehicle rollover near Unity. There were no injuries.

There were also two false alarms and 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.

Friday’s paper

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You will want to get a copy of the November 25th Unity Wilkie Press-Herald even if for no reason other than the list of Winter Wonderland activities on the back page. Yes, it is already Winter Wonderland time, coming up next week Thursday, December 1. Different events/activities start at different times although 9 pm is the latest anything goes.

Of course, there is lots of other information in your local community newspaper too! Check it out Friday for:

  • details on how Unity compares to other communities with respect to commercial property taxes;
  • a story on a neighbouring community that conducted a survey by drone;
  • a report on the Lazer Midget AA, complete with photos; and
  • some provincial news for hunters, including info about a new mapping tool for your smartphone.

Along with the RCMP report, editorial page, Blast From the Past, etc.

 

RCMP Reports for November 1 to 7

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for November 1 to 7, 2016

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

Members completed a well-being check at the request of an employer.

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

RCMP received a complaint of fraud. This matter is still under investigation.

There was a report of an injured deer on Saskatchewan Highway 21. Members euthanized the animal.

Police received another complaint of fraud. This matter is also still under investigation.

RCMP received a Mental Health Act complaint. The subject of complaint was transported by members to Unity Health Centre for assessment.

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

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.

Friday’s paper

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Full of news and photographs, the November 18th Press-Herald is 20 pages long. Pick one up at the grocery stores, drug store or C-store, or call 306-228-2267 to subscribe! This week’s features include:

  • a collage of Remembrance Day photos;
  • some Parkview Place history as the assisted living and seniors’ residence celebrates 10 years later this month;
  • details on a local Movember challenge; and
  • a report on senior girls’ volleyball as the Warriors head off to provincials this weekend.

All that, along with police reports and photos, Les Johnson’s hockey reports, humour from Wilkie columnist Kaare Askildt, the editorial page and more.

Poppy on Remembrance Day wreath

 

RCMP Reports for October 25 to 31

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for October 25 to 31, 2016

RCMP received a request from an individual to assist with traffic control while he was moving cattle to a pasture.

Members acted as mediators in a disagreement between two individuals.

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

Members initiated a conditions check on an individual at the request of Kerrobert RCMP.

A 32-year-old female and a 40-year-old male, both from Red Deer, Alta., were charged with possession of cannabis marijuana during a traffic stop. The female was also charged with two counts of failing to comply with conditions of an undertaking and issued two traffic tickets.

There were also three 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.

Friday’s paper out today

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Due to the observation of Remembrance Day, the November 11th Unity Wilkie Press-Herald rem wilkie wreath poppyis only being distributed today. Check it out for:

  • a brief introduction to the new Lutheran pastor in town;
  • a profile on retired councillor Don Robertson who served 28 years on Unity town council;
  • a story on partsperson Jackson Winterhalt, who had on the top mark in Saskatchewan on his journeyperson’s exam; and
  • results of the junior volleyball district tournaments.

You will also find the RCMP report, hockey reports, school news and a timeline of the events in Kerrobert that culminated in the arrest of Johan Klassen, Jr.