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RCMP Reports for March 24 to 30, 2015

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for March 24 to 30, 2015

RCMP received a report from CN Police of a railway gate knocked off. CN sent a technician to fix the gate.

There was a complaint of a vehicle driving through a rural residence late in the evening.

Police initiated a traffic stop and located a small amount of cannabis marihuana as well as drug paraphernalia. Three youth were arrested. No charges have been laid at this time.

RCMP attended the sudden death of a 22-year-old Unity male. The death was not suspicious in nature.

CN Police reported that an individual stacked rail ties on the train tracks near Scott, Saskatchewan. A train had run over the ties. There was no damage to the train or the track. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.

Police received a complaint of a vehicle parked at the side of the highway near Denzil SK and the vehicle driver walking while carrying a rifle. Neighbourhood checks revealed that several individuals heard shots fired in the area. Members patrolled for the vehicle but could not locate the suspect.

There was also one traffic complaint and one false alarm.

Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity/Wilkie/Macklin areas 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 at 1-800-222-8477, 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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It’s been a while since we’ve had a 24-page paper but that’s the treat that’s in store for Unity Wilkie Press-Herald readers next week! There is a LOT going on in town – be sure to check out the ads too so you know what is happening when with AGMs, the Sports Wall of Fame induction dinner and other upcoming events.

As far as articles go, next week you can read about:

  • changes coming up for KC Rescue (note – foster homes for cats needed);
  • the latest open house regarding recycling changes in the Town of Unity;
  • a guest speaker and special events at UCHS designed to include everyone as an anti-bullying tactic; and
  • hockey round-ups for the provincial Bantam Lazers and the Canucks rec hockey teams.

Of course with 24 pages there is much more than that – get your copy of the April 13th issue and read it for yourself. And remember, you can have it delivered to your mailbox for less than 50 cents a copy! Call 306-228-2267 to subscribe.

Is it co-incidence or wisdom spanning centuries that has this cat choosing to camouflage itself at nap time? Just one of many cats at KC Rescue looking for a “forever” or foster home.

Camouflaged cat naps at KC Rescue in Unity, SK

 

Saskatchewan recognizes National Wildlife Week

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The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to join the Canadian Wildlife Federation and the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation to recognize April 5 to 11 as National Wildlife Week.

“Saskatchewan’s diverse wildlife is one of our most valuable natural resources and provides a variety of recreational, educational, and economic opportunities for Saskatchewan residents,” Environment Minister Scott Moe said.  “Our government is committed to protecting Saskatchewan wildlife and their habitats for future generations.  We value and support conservation efforts of our stakeholders and encourage individuals to become involved at a local level.”

April 10, 2015 marks the 150th birthday of the late Jack Miner, one of the founders of Canada’s conservation movement.  Miner is credited with saving the Canada goose from extinction.  In honour of his invaluable contributions to conservation, this year’s theme focuses on wild migrations.

The Canadian Wildlife Federation will use this week as an opportunity to highlight the challenging migratory journeys of Canada’s wildlife, including 20 currently at-risk species.

“National Wildlife Week is a great opportunity to appreciate the unsurpassed wildlife diversity and healthy ecosystems we enjoy in Saskatchewan,” Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation President David Pezderic said.  “The 2012 Canadian Nature Survey confirms that more than 80 per cent of Canadians participate in nature-based activities every year and spend more than $40 billion annually on those activities.”

National Wildlife Week, initially proclaimed by Parliament in 1947, is a program created by the Canadian Wildlife Federation for the purpose of celebrating our country’s natural heritage and promoting the importance of its conservation.  The spirit of National Wildlife Week is complimentary of the Ministry of Environment’s dedication to the maintenance and preservation of Saskatchewan’s wildlife and natural habitats.

Canada geese in early spring

RCMP Reports for March 17 to 23, 2015

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In addition to the usual reports below, two members of the Unity RCMP who are also members of the North-Central District Containment Team assisted  North Battleford RCMP in a standoff with an armed and intoxicated male, Sunday evening, March 22. The intoxicated male eventually gave up his firearm and turned himself over to the police who had secured the perimeter where the male was located.

As reported by the Battlefords RCMP, “At approximately 4 p.m., the Battlefords RCMP Detachment received a complaint of an intoxicated male threatening to harm himself with a firearm at an address in the 600 block of 102nd Street, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The male was extremely agitated and threatened to take another occupant of the residence hostage and to harm police and ambulance personnel if they attended. RCMP officers from the Battlefords Detachment, Battlefords Provincial GIS assisted by the “F” Division Containment Team and Police Dog Services formed a secure perimeter around the residence to ensure the safety of all residents in the neighbourhood. RCMP negotiated with the male for the next five hours and the incident drew to a successful close just before 9 p.m. as the male surrendered to the officers on scene without incident.”

A 39-year-old North Battleford male has been charged with a number of firearms and other offences as a result of the incident.

UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for March 17 to 23, 2015

RCMP received a report of a vehicle collision with an electrical outlet in a parking lot. No charges were laid as vehicle driver agreed to pay for all damages.

Member assisted an individual who had run out of fuel.

Police transported an individual to North Battleford Union Hospital for a mental health assessment.

Unity RCMP assisted Saskatoon Police Services by obtaining a statement.

There was a break and enter at a residence. This matter is still under investigation.

RCMP received a report of an individual receiving a parking ticket in the mail. The parking ticket was issued to a vehicle that had been stolen four days earlier. This matter is still under investigation.

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

There was also one false 911 call and one false alarm.

Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity/Wilkie/Macklin areas 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 at 1-800-222-8477, 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.

Time for Citizen of the Year nominations

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Once again it is time for nominations for the 2015 Citizen of the Year. There are many citizens who have contributed to our community and deserve to be recognized. If you wish to recognize  a citizen from our community who, by his/her good works and community spirit, has made Unity a better place to live, please print out the nomination form located here – Citizen of the Year – nomination form – Unity – and fill it out!

2015 Citizen of the Year header

Criteria for the award includes:

  1. He/she must be eighteen years of age or older.
  2. All nominations must be presented on the official nomination sheet available here – Citizen of the Year – nomination form – Unity – or at the Press-Herald office, 310 Main Street in Unity, SK. Any previous years’ nominees, submitted before 2008, need to be re-submitted with an updated write-up.
  3. The winner will not be eligible for nomination in future years.
  4. Nominees must be a resident of the Town of Unity and/or the Unity School District area.
  5. All nominations must be submitted to “Citizen of the Year, c/o P.O. Box 309, Unity, Sask. S0K 4L0” not later than April 30, 2015.
  6. Nominees will be judged for their willingness to give freely of their time and themselves for the betterment of our community.
  7. Presentation of the Citizen of the Year Award will be made Friday, May 22, 2015 immediately after the Unity Western Days barbecue supper.
  8. The nominators (he, she or them) must sign the nomination sheet, but may remain anonymous to the public if they so desire.
  9. The judges shall remain anonymous and their decision shall be final.

Residents are encouraged to sponsor the citizen of their choice. Imagine his/her delight in being chosen as Unity’s “Citizen of the Year” for 2015.

Citizen of the Year – nomination form – Unity

This week’s paper

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First, a reminder that the April 6 issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald will not be available until Tuesday, April 7, due to the Easter weekend holiday. The Press-Herald offices, however, will be open Monday, April 6, as usual.

With local teams and athletes dominating at provincial competitions, look for some sports success stories! Along with those, you can expect to find:

  • an introduction to one of the adjudicators at the upcoming Unity Music Festival;
  • a special update on the RCMP’s continuing investigation into the vehicle thefts of last November;
  • a prelude story to UCHS’s upcoming production of Desperate Housewives of Shakespeare; and
  • photos from Unity and Wilkie Easter egg hunts.

HAPPY EASTER TO EVERYONE and hope you all find some treats to enjoy!

Easter fun

RCMP Reports for March 3 to 16, 2015

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UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for March 3 to 16, 2015

March 3 to March 9, 2015

RCMP received a report of a single vehicle rollover on the Reward Grid. There were no injuries and no charges were laid.

A member assisted Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services with a concern.

Police issued a 72-hour roadside suspension to an individual when he blew a warning after a member requested a breath sample.

A member assisted Vernon RCMP Detachment by obtaining a statement.

RCMP are investigating the theft of a green and black 2011 Artic Cat Mud Pro 1000 Quad and a black 2001 Trailtech Trailer. The quad and trailer were stolen on March 8 from a rural residence near Scott, Saskatchewan.

There were also three false alarms.

March 10 to March 16

RCMP received a complaint of a disagreement between a landlord and tenant. Member informed complainant that this is a civil matter.

There was a report of a vehicle backed into a power pole in a parking lot in Unity SK. No charges   

Police received a complaint of an individual driving a vehicle erratically on Highway 14 east of Unity. Members located the vehicle and charged the 40-year-old Wilkie female with impaired operation of motor vehicle, refusal to provide breath sample, and dangerous operation of motor vehicle. The female was later also charged with attempted escape of custody for attempting to flee from North Battleford RCMP cells where she was being lodged until sober.

Members attended the sudden death of a 76-year-old male in the Denzil area. The death was not suspicious in nature.

RCMP received a report that a CN train hit a vehicle that had been parked on the train tracks near Unity. The registered owner turned himself in at Cut Knife Detachment the next day. The 28-year-old male from Cut Knife was subsequently charged with impaired operation of motor vehicle, dangerous driving, failing to remain at the scene of an accident and mischief under $5,000.

There was a report of possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking. This matter is still under investigation.

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

Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity/Wilkie/Macklin areas 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 at 1-800-222-8477, 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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News of some hockey championships is starting to trickle in while other teams will still be on the ice this weekend. Find out who and what in the March 30th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. The last issue of March, 2015 will also feature:

  • a heartwarming story about a former resident making a name for himself simply by performing acts of kindness;
  • the Luseland location of Delta Co-op will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year – find out how and when it began;
  • a report on Unity Credit Union’s AGM and a summary of the year past and the year ahead; and
  • met the Town’s new, and first, Director of Finance.

Along with the RCMP report, a new Faith Matters column, a report of who won what for which project at the Regional Science Fair and more, there is plenty of reading and viewing ahead for you in next week’s paper.