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Conversations with the King of Scrabble

He used to have a quiet life. For two years Steven Turnbull, the principal of Paradise Hill School, has been the North American champion of online Scrabble in regards to the number of games won.
Play ball - 2011 pre-season preview part III: AL West

Play ball - 2011 pre-season preview part III: AL West

I was unaware the Jays had moved Mike Napoli hours after he was acquired in the Vernon Wells trade, which was a bit unsettling. I should write more of these when I'm wide awake at 4 a.m.

Stolen property recovered

Dee Prior and Tom Meredith say thank you to CST Gravel and officers involved in recovering a stereo that was stolen from their truck Jan. 7.
Housing volunteers honoured

Housing volunteers honoured

The Mayfair Housing Authority board of directors hosted a special event to honour three board members for long service. Ellyn Scotton has served as a volunteer on the Board for 15 years and will continue on the board in her position as secretary.
High school curlers see action

High school curlers see action

The Unity curling rink and hockey rink, of course, continue to be active this time of year. Unity Comprenesive High School was proud to have high school senior teams win district play downs to qualify for their respective regional Play downs Feb.

SPHL playoffs still on

One semi final series is already over in Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League playoffs, while two other teams continued to battle it out this week to determine who would move on to the league finals.
How to make the most of your Las Vegas vacation

How to make the most of your Las Vegas vacation

After several weeks of being fed up with winter, I decided to call a halt to the ice and snow and hopped on a plane to Las Vegas, Nev. in late January. It was my second trip to Las Vegas in the past year, and the place has not let me down yet.

Baseball deadlines coming

The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame in Battleford is seeking nominations for this year's inductees. The deadline is March 15. The Hall is seeking nominees in a number of different categories.
On the road again: it's a way of life

On the road again: it's a way of life

The world may feel like it is getting smaller but it doesn?t mean I have to drive any less.
Coffee buddy bid farewell

Coffee buddy bid farewell

A gathering of the Maymont seniors took place Feb. 17 to bid farewell to Margaret Johnston who is moving to Lloydminster, Alta. Margaret will be residing in the Pioneer Lodge which is an assisted living facility.
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