Craik, featured

Murray fraud case will return to court in January

By Joel van der Veen

MOOSE JAW — Craik’s former town administrator will return to provincial court in January to face dozens of charges of fraud, representing more than $41,000 in alleged misspent funds.

The case against Jeffrey Todd Murray has been delayed for the sixth straight time — this time, at the crown’s request.

Regional crown prosecutor Brian Hendrickson told the Leader he requested the adjournment in Moose Jaw provincial court on Dec. 7.

Rob Parker, the crown prosecutor in charge of the case, was not available to attend court that day, Hendrickson said. The request was granted.

Five previous adjournments were requested by Murray’s lawyer, Gail Wartman, who sought additional time for disclosure, explaining that a large volume of documentation was involved in the charges.

To read more, please see the Dec. 19, 2016 print edition of The Davidson Leader.

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Ingram named to Team Canada for world juniors

IMPERIAL — One of Imperial’s own will be part of the Canadian team at this year’s World Junior Championship.

Connor Ingram is one of two goaltenders for Canada’s National Junior Team, one of 22 players named to the roster.

The list of players was announced Wednesday following a four-day selection camp.

Connor, 19, is the son of Brent and Joni Ingram of Imperial, and is currently in his third season with the Kamloops Blazers of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

As of early December, he held a 14-9-1 record in 24 appearances, with a goals-against average of 2.12, a 93.5 save percentage and two shutouts.

He is ranked second in the WHL in terms of both his goals-against average and save percentage.

Prior to his WHL career, he played Midget AAA hockey with the Prince Albert Mintos, helping lead the team to a Telus Cup win in 2014.

Kris Knoblauch, also a native of Imperial, is serving as the junior team’s assistant coach.

The tournament is split between Toronto and Montreal, with Canada playing its first tournament game against Russia on Boxing Day.

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Canola Challenge

Participants in the Cargill 2016 Canola Challenge show off their jackets after a wrap-up dinner at Davidson Town Hall on Dec. 8. Pictured from left are agronomist Chelsea Richter, Dave Zacharias, John M. McJannet, BASF representative Janel Middleton, Rob Stone, agronomy manager Matt Hordos, Mike Heinrich, Jim Thorson, Linden Dieno and Gord Taylor.
Participants in the Cargill 2016 Canola Challenge show off their jackets after a wrap-up dinner at Davidson Town Hall on Dec. 8. Pictured from left are agronomist Chelsea Richter, Dave Zacharias, John M. McJannet, BASF representative Janel Middleton, Rob Stone, agronomy manager Matt Hordos, Mike Heinrich, Jim Thorson, Linden Dieno and Gord Taylor.
Davidson, featured

Davidson arena hit in crime spree

The Davidson Communiplex as seen on Google Street View.
The Davidson Communiplex as seen on Google Street View.

By Joel van der Veen

DAVIDSON — Thieves made off with a TV, laptop computers and liquor, plus thousands of dollars in cash, after breaking into the Davidson Communiplex on Sunday night.

Recreation director Trevor Ouellette said the break-in was discovered Monday morning when staff arrived to open and clean the facility.

The extent of the damage and thefts indicates the culprits had the run of the rink for several hours, he said, noting, “They had time to get around.”

Evidence indicated the back alley entrance adjacent to the curling rink was the point of access, Ouellette said.

From there, the burglars entered the rec office, kitchen and lounge, damaging four or five doors along the way.

The TV set from the lobby was missing, along with a couple of laptop computers, while liquor was stolen from the lounge.

For the full story, please see the Dec. 12 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

Davidson, featured

Pool gala night mixes laughter and luck

Comedian-magician Perry James (centre) is bound in chains during his performance at the Davidson swimming pool committee’s winter gala on Dec. 3. Helping him out, from left, are Terence Shewchuk, Derrick Vetter and Jason Low.
Comedian-magician Perry James (centre) is bound in chains during his performance at the Davidson swimming pool committee’s winter gala on Dec. 3. Helping him out, from left, are Terence Shewchuk, Derrick Vetter and Jason Low.

By Joel van der Veen

DAVIDSON — Comedy and fun were in the cards as the swimming pool committee hosted its third gala fundraiser at Davidson Town Hall on Dec. 3.

The event included supper, a casino night with donated prizes and a well-received performance by comedian-magician Perry James.

Organizers estimated that the event brought in roughly $13,000, with just under 200 people in attendance and more than 20 volunteers helping out.

“We were really lucky with our volunteers and our food donations,” said committee member Brenna Siroski.

Crystal Johnson, who welcomed guests on Saturday night, reflected on what had been achieved through the committee’s work and the community’s support over the last four years.

“Saying it is impressive is an extreme understatement,” she said, briefly choking up. “We can’t thank you enough.”

Anne Willner, Corey Eddie and a team of volunteers cooked and served a traditional turkey dinner, beginning with a salad bar and ending with black forest cake for dessert.

James, a native of Nipawin with a long career and multiple TV appearances to his credit, kept the audience entertained with a mixture of magic and comedy.

For the full story, please see the Dec. 12 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

The Davidson Leader, Davidson, Saskatchewan