Nine schools from around the northwest participated in the Flying Dust science fair on April 25. Shown, Alyssa Deagneault demonstrates the square bubble. More photos are posted in the Pictures in Progress section.
Photo by Jennifer Nichols
'Coop'eration at its finest
Sunday May 04, 2008
The Meadow Lake Co-op opened its new service centre officially on April 25. General Manager Allan Halter spoke to a large crowd about the building and what an accomplishment it has been. Also in attendance were representatives from Federated Co-op and the contracting company. Ron Buck (centre), a long-time former board member of the Co-op cut the ribbon to commemorate the opening. To see more photos, go to the Pictures in Progress Section.
Photo by Jennifer Nichols
Who's best in show?
Sunday May 04, 2008
The Woodland Multiple 4-H Club held its Canine Achievement Day on April 27 at Gateway Elementary School. Members displayed the training they had given their dogs as their yearly project. The show included grooming and obedience. See more photos at the Pictures in Progress section.
Photo by Jennifer Nichols
Promoting safe farm practices
Sunday May 04, 2008
Bob Ellenor, a local farmer who was injured by a baler several years ago was touring local schools this past week promoting farm safety awareness. He is a spokesperson with the SaskAbilities Council.
Photo by Kathy Gallant
This ain't no regular PARTY
Sunday May 04, 2008
Jonas Samson Junior High students got a taste of harsh reality during the PARTY program at the Northwest Health Facility on April 25. They were shown what it would be like to be in a critical situation, and how to deal with it. Shown, Steve Pollock helps the students do a log roll. For more photos, go to Pictures in Progress.
Photo by Jennifer Nichols
Getting ready for cookie time!
Sunday May 04, 2008
The Meadow Lake Girl Guide unit prepared for cookie selling at their meeting on April 29. They entered a photo contest to get their photo on the front of next year’s cookie boxes. They built a castle wall out of boxes. The unit will be selling the cookies door to door on May 6. Shown, guide Andie Kurjata and brownies Jenelle Vargassy and Leila Mitchell stack boxes. See more pics in Pictures in Progress.
Photo by Jennifer Nichols
Fire strikes home outside of Meadow Lake
Sunday May 04, 2008
Meadow Lake Fire and Rescue responded to a call at 3:08 p.m. in Rapid View on April 30. The fire chief and deputy, and eight firefighters responded. The fire, which was accidental, started in the basement of the house and was ignited after the dryer hose caught fire. There was extensive smoke and fire damage. The firefighters were able to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to the rest of the home.
Photo by Kathy Gallant
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