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Friday’s paper

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The first September issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald reflects the upcoming local elections as all RMS, villages and towns are calling for nominations for councillors, reeves and mayors. Check out the paper for the qualifications needed to run for council, along with:

  • an article on theft and vandalism at the Unity museum;
  • local winners in the recent STARS lottery draws;
  • a look forward at the UCHS Warriors’ 2016 football season; and
  • as summer draws to an end, a nostalgic look at lake life on the editorial page.

Meanwhile, farmers are grateful for warm, dry weather so they can forge ahead with getting the crops out of the fields and into the bins. The dark clouds in this photo, taken August 28, disappeared overnight and the next day was bright and sunny with combines in operation in many fields.

crop waiting

 

Friday’s paper

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When the August 26th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald hits the mailboxes and stores Friday morning, you can expect 20 pages of interesting and useful information. Some highlights to watch for:

  • a thoughtful piece on the benefits of Unity being an active community and hosting events, large and small;
  • tips from the RCMP on how to deal with callers pretending to demand money on behalf of Canada Revenue Agency (CRA);
  • an article about a little known supportive program for women cancer patients; and
  • a refresher on some of the rules around fishing in Saskatchewan.

There is also the latest RCMP report, a wrap on the NSRBL season and an editorial piece on the Colten Boushie shooting at Biggar. Lots to read about in this week’s issue!

Below, Rhett Feser of the Unity Cardinals runs for first base after a hit in the provincial final against Wilkie Aug. 14. Feser led the Cardinals in batting this year, finishing fourth overall in the league. He was also the third best pitcher in the NSRBL.

Unity Cardinals

 

Friday’s paper

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The Press-Herald staff is back from summer holidays and even Helena Long has returned from her medical leave as the office begins to gear up for a busy fall and Christmas season. We started with stuffing the August 19th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald full of local news and information! Check it out for:

  • a wrap-up article on the Western Canadian U21 Fastball Championships hosted in Unity August long weekend;
  • coverage of the Wilkie-Unity matchup at the senior men’s provincial final August 14;
  • photos and details on local ball players picked up by other teams for Western Canadian and national tournaments; and
  • savings and budget tips for post-secondary students.

Lots of ball in this paper as the season comes to an end but we didn’t forget the RCMP report nor the crop report. There are also three interesting letters to the editor, along with a profile of a contracting business in Unity.

Below, members of the Unity Senior Cardinals receive their silver medals, after losing to the Wilkie Brewers in the 2016 Saskatchewan Senior Men’s AA Tier 3 Championships final.

Unity Senior Cardinals

Tomorrow’s paper

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You will want to catch up on all the local news in the July 29th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald – there won’t be another community newspaper out until August 19 as the Press-Herald staff will be enjoying their summer break for the next couple of weeks.

In the July 29th Press-Herald, look for these highlights:

  • an exclusive interview with 2016 Saskatchewan Amateur Men’s Golf Champion, Justin Wood;
  • photos from the local pools and information on National Drowning Prevention Week;
  • an interview with long term care recreation co-ordinator Donna Boser, now retired after a 37-year career with the health region; and
  • more details on the conversion of the Unity liquor store from a public to a private enterprise.

Below – a mock drowning rescue at the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre July 21.

Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre

Friday’s paper

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The July 22nd issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald is small but mighty with coverage of:

  • the Mosquito Cardinals and UK Royals’ provincial ball wins;
  • Senlac’s 100 years’ celebration and homecoming;
  • a farewell to a 27-year Unity business; and
  • an article on what goes into preparing to host a Western Canadian event (which will happen August long weekend).

And yes, there’s a new police report, information on a “CRA” scam and a senior Cardinals’ update too as NSRBL teams start playoffs this week.

Below – the “mayor’s car” in the Senlac Centennial parade, July 2, 2016

Village of Senlac

Tomorrow’s paper

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Check out the July 8th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald for:

  • detailed UCHS grad coverage;
  • photos from Unity’s Canada Day celebrations;
  • photos from the Senlac parade, part of Senlac’s 100th anniversary homecoming celebrations; and
  • a NSRBL update, along with a new RCMP report, Top 10 and an editorial on pollution.

Below, Raelyn McAleer at the podium as she makes her valedictory address to her fellow graduates and the audience at the cap and gown Unity Composite High School graduation ceremony June 30:

Raelynn McAleer

 

July 1 paper

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Because of the Canada Day holiday, the July 1 Unity Wilkie Press-Herald can not be distributed until Monday, July 4. Check it out for:

  • an article on break-ins at the Unity swimming pool;
  • a Unity girl performs at Carnegie Hall in New York;
  • an introduction to the Unity girls’ U12 team hosting provincials July 8, 9 and 10; and
  • a report on a Unity shopping survey.

And don’t forget to check out your local newspaper ads for vehicles, farm auctions, homes, jobs, events and special sales at businesses in town!

Tomorrow’s paper

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Our Grade 12 students are in the midst of their final high school exams and then it will be time to truly celebrate! Yes, tomorrow’s edition of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald is the annual grad feature. Be sure to get your copy and check out all the graduates in Unity, Wilkie and Luseland. If you have someone graduating, you may want to pick up an extra copy or two of the paper for grandparents, etc.

Along with the special pages on our grads, the June 24th Press-Herald also has:

  • an article on retiring UCHS teacher, Martin Berg;
  • an NSRBL report on where the Cardinals are at (their last non-playoff home game is this upcoming Tuesday, June 28);
  • the latest Sask Ag crop report; and
  • an introduction to the guest speaker at the Living Sky Student Hall of Fame night, along with highlights from his speech.

You will also find information on where you can pick up your paper if the threatened postal strike next month comes to pass.

Below, hats litter the gym floor after the traditional grad toss at UCHS in 2015.

after the hat toss

First Friday paper

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The first Friday issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald is now available! If you’re not a subscriber, pick one up at the Delta Co-op C-store or grocery store, AG Foods, Prairie Moon Inn, Armada Inn or Our Drug Store to read all about:

  • Scott Gilbert, Unity’s 2016 Citizen of the Year;
  • the 29- team GPLS softball tournament held in Unity May 27-29;
  • a fashion show at Parkview Place; and
  • the latest news from the Unity and District Heritage Museum.

And be sure to check out the rodeo and parade photos from Unity Western Days as well.

All the regular features continue such as the editorial page (the June 10th issue includes two letters to the editor), weekly RCMP report, the latest local real estate listings, local obituaries and the Top 10 feature on the back page.