Interim summer children’s program a possibiity

by Phil Ambroziak As summer draws near, the efforts of a group of concerned parents seeking the reintroduction of a children’s summer program in Meadow Lake are heating up. Members of Parents Advocating for a Children’s Summer Program (PACSP) attended the May 14 meeting of Meadow Lake city council where an official request was made … Read more

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Beauval celebrates temporary hall

by Sabine Gibbins While waiting for a new recreation facility to be finalized, Beauval residents can still enjoy the comforts and convenience of a community gathering place. The northern village’s new community hall, which is connected to the village office, was recently renovated to include space for activities and meetings. However, as councillor and deputy-mayor … Read more

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There were many laughs, as well as a few tears, shared during the retirement roast for Dr. Merv Johnson May 17 at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre. Johnson is calling it a career after 42 years of service to the people of Meadow Lake and surrounding communities. Here, Johnson is pictured with his wife, Blanche, and two of the couple’s three sons, Blaine (second from right) and Dana. Conrad (Tigger), the couple’s oldest son, now resides in Ottawa and was unable to attend.

Dr. Merv Johnson roasted as he retires

by Phil Ambroziak Dr. Mervin Johnson has been diagnosed as a caring, compassionate, irreplaceable and unforgettable man. Those were only a few of the words used by friends and colleagues to describe Johnson during a retirement roast and celebration held in the doctor’s honour May 17 at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre. Johnson is officially … Read more

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Meadow Lake lifts boil water advisory

by Sabine Gibbins City officials say Meadow Lake’s water is safe to drink again. The lengthy precautionary drinking water advisory was lifted May 7. It had been in place since March 5 because of elevated treated water turbidity found at the city’s water treatment plant and in its distribution system. But, as some community members … Read more

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Parents push for summer program in Meadow Lake

by Sabine Gibbins Bring back the summer program. This is the message a group of determined individuals is urging the City of Meadow Lake to consider in response to the cancellation of a free summer program for children. The Northwest School Division, which operated the program for a number of years, recently announced the cancellation, … Read more

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Ile-a-la Crosse’s Rossignol High School was the winner at this year’s Northern Drama Festival with its comedic take on the story of Robin Hood in the play titled Robbing Hood. Seen here, in no particular order, are Leah Ahenakew, Mallory Caisse, Sara Rae Daigneault, Sara Gardiner, Hope Desjarlais, Alicia Dawn, Shayna Burnouf, Dakota Laliberte, Jake Laliberte, Natasha Mclean, Nicholas Belanger, Nick Gardiner, Jayden Dore and director Edna Daigneault.

Rossignol drama team attends provincials

  by Phil Ambroziak Call it a show-stopping performance. Drama students from Rossignol High School in Ile-a-la Crosse competed at the Provincial Drama Festival in Regina May 10-12. And, even though they didn’t win, school staff said the students achieved something even more special. “They didn’t place, but it was quite an experience for them,” … Read more

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Dogs at large an ongoing issue in Ile-a-la Crosse

by Phil Ambroziak Municipal officials in Ile-a-la Crosse believe the level of responsibility of some pet owners has gone to the dogs. The northern village continues to struggle with the ongoing issue of dogs at large. According to Cpl. Jason Olney of the Ile-a-la Crosse detachment of the RCMP, the community does employ a dog … Read more

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Meadow Lake summer kids’ program cancelled

by Phil Ambroziak The Northwest School Division’s recent decision to expel a popular summer recreation program has been given a failing grade by some Meadow Lake parents. The decision was announced last week by Northwest School Division director of education Duane Hauk. “The Northwest School Division No. 203 Board of Education has been conducting a … Read more

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Vancouver resident Paul Leroux exits the Meadow Lake provincial courthouse May 2 during a break from a four-day preliminary hearing to determine whether or not he would stand trial on charges of indecent assault. The allegations date back to the 1960s when Leroux was employed at the Beauval Residential Indian School.

Accused sex offender’s trial date to be determined

by Phil Ambroziak Accused sex offender Paul Leroux will once again have his day in court. Leroux, who currently resides in Vancouver, appeared in Meadow Lake provincial court April 30-May 3 for a preliminary hearing to determine whether or not he would stand trial for allegations stemming back to the 1960s. Leroux, 72, was charged … Read more

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Saskatchewan moose population on the rise

by Phil Ambroziak Moose are on the loose throughout Saskatchewan. That’s why the provincial ministry of environment is doing its part to help control the moose population, something which has become a safety issue in some parts of the province. “There are a couple of different kinds of concerns, mainly from folks who have ornamental … Read more

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