Canola Challenge
Davidson arena hit in crime spree
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.
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Pool gala night mixes laughter and luck
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.
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Aztecs meet Raiders in junior basketball play
DAVIDSON — Junior teams from Loreburn visited Davidson School to take on both the boys and girls teams in basketball action on Tuesday.
The girls played first, with the visiting Aztecs holding a slight 18-13 lead at the halfway point and going on to claim a 32-18 win.
Baylee Batza led the scoring for Loreburn with 14 points, followed by Alyssa Glubis with eight points. Jordyn Dorward and Nicole Yakimoski also scored.
Tolu Arowolo was the top scorer for Davidson with eight points, including a three-point shot. Also scoring were McKenna Doell, Halle Herback, Leila McDonnell and Courtney Payne.
Next up, the boys’ teams faced off. Davidson led 19-12 at the end of the second quarter and eventually won with a score of 57-29.
Gabe Charette led the scoring for the Raiders with 12 points, while Deiondre Boychuk had 11 points and Riley Berry scored 10.
Jackson Norrish was the top scorer for the Aztecs with 18 points, while Dylan Glubis, Brennan Graham, Lance Hefervez and Emmitt Hundeby also scored.
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Spirit of the season in Kenaston
By Joel van der Veen
KENASTON — A packed house enjoyed a generous spread of Christmas entertainment at Kenaston School’s holiday dessert theatre on Tuesday.
The performances ranged from music and monologue to short skits, all with a healthy helping of Yuletide spirit.
Teacher Cindy Menzies, who introduced each act, said the students in grades 7 through 9 had planned and directed the entire event together.
The night opened and ended with performances by K-Rock, featuring principal Greg McJannet on guitar and vocals and Nathan Herrem on drums. Student Sam Thomson joined them on lead guitar.
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Obituary: Bruynooghe, Hannah
Hannah Mabel Bruynooghe (nee Harris)
April 12, 1928 — Nov. 2, 2016 (88 years)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hannah on Nov. 2, 2016 at the Nanaimo Hospital Palliative Care Unit.
Hannah was born to William and Esther Harris on the family farm southeast of Kenaston, Sask., the tenth of 12 children. She married Gilbert Brunooghe on April 12, 1947 in Oshawa, Ont., where they had moved to work. They soon returned to Saskatchewan to farm east of Kenaston a quarter-mile from Gilbert’s family farm.
Hannah was never one to shy away from hard work on the farm or lending a hand wherever she was needed along the way. She later moved to Nazko, B.C. in the late ’70s to live near her brother Walter Harris where she settled down and worked for many years before moving to the Nanaimo area on Vancouver Island. She fell in love with the area and chose to retire in her “hen house” in Stupichville, where she could enjoy the “island” life. Her passions included dancing, music, playing cards, playing Bingo and going for coffee with her friends. Some of her family’s fondest memories included: how she was light on her feet, full of laughter, fiercely independent living life “her way,” sharing her years of experience and advice and visiting with family and friends on her long travels back to Saskatchewan every year by car. Her grandchildren enjoyed summers growing up with her visiting family and friends, fishing and camping along the way. She enjoyed many years as a member of the Legion and the Moose Lodge where she enjoyed volunteering in the kitchen and attending their many dances and special events.
Hannah leaves to mourn her passing her daughter, Elaine Flylma of Olds, Alta., grandchildren Pam, Blair, Tanya and Kale; her son, Kelly Bruynooghe of Kenaston, Sask., grandchildren Ken, Rhonda, Brianne and Dillon along with five great-grandchildren. Hannah is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Don and Lois Harris of Vegreville, Alta., and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to her niece, Debbie Baggett; neighbour, Erin Daly and the entire Stupich family of Nanaimo, B.C. for their generous time, friendship, care and assistance. At Hannah’s request, there will not be a funeral service.