Orange Memories Musings: Songs, Stories, Ties That Bind
Here we are, launched into 2026. We wanted the the new year to start with a celebration, so we held an impromptu gathering on the evening of January 1st.
Highland games proposed for Museum Day celebration
Highland games competitions could join the next Museum Day activities. During a late-January meeting, members of the Rosetown and District Museum Association…
Looking Back: Local boys help Red Cross
In the fall of 1953, local boys Jimmy Gardner, Sterling McLeod and Donald Sanderson started a club to help the Red Cross.
A better bath at last thanks to Western Sales
Bath time has gotten much better for residents of a Wheatland Regional Centre group home in Rosetown.
Badminton at the Civic Centre
Kevin Zho awaits the bird that zips past partner James Paquette. Jeremy Bides watches in the background during badminton at the civic centre on Wednesday.
Indulge in rich past this week
Archives Week in the province, which started yesterday (Monday) runs until and including Sunday. The week marks the 21st anniversary of Archives Week…
Business owner charged in arson that destroyed Leader business
LEADER, Sask. — RCMP have charged the owner of a business destroyed by fire in southwestern Saskatchewan last fall following a months-long investigation.
Saskatchewan reports four virus-related deaths
Four Saskatchewan residents died during mid- to late January from the viruses that cause influenza and Covid-19.
Rosetown Seniors Club: Lively Round of Card Games
Members of the Rosetown Seniors Club enjoyed a lively round of card games recently, with strong participation across several events.
Remember When: Zealandia in 1909
A wide-shot of the town of Zealandia in 1909. All four elevators can be seen in the background, along with a plume of smoke rising in the left-middle of the photo.
Recipe of the Week: Honey Oat Buns
In a large bowl, stir together yeast and 1/2 cup of the warm water. Let stand for 10 minutes to dissolve and activate the yeast. Stir in remaining water, honey, oil, salt and quick oats.
Rosetown Library: It’s Saskatchewan Archives Week
February 1 to 7 is Saskatchewan Archives Week. With the Rosetown Archives being housed inside the library, we want to shed some light on the special work these organizations do.
Red Cross Creations group donates $1,200 to local organizations
The Red Cross Creations group in Rosetown continues to make a meaningful impact in the community through creativity, generosity, and volunteer spirit.
Book: The Lavender Child
The Lavender Child is a beautifully unique and creative story with unforgettable characters and a plot that keeps readers intrigued.
Saskatchewan promotes mining, energy investment on western Canada tour
Saskatchewan’s energy and resources minister is promoting the province as a top destination for mining and energy investment during a multi-day visit to British Columbia and Alberta…
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Old Red
Enjoy this old red tractor, sitting alone on the edge of a field.
Town council agrees to help fund curling club chiller replacement
Town council has agreed to help the curling club pay for replacing its chiller. The agreement with the curling club on capital expenses—which had expired…
Four plead guilty to traffic offences at Rosetown court session
Four people pleaded guilty to traffic offences during the provincial court session at the Elks Hall in Rosetown on Jan. 22. Most court officials stayed in Saskatoon due to the cold weather that day.
Rosetown RCMP report multiple incidents, impaired driving charge
Rosetown/Kyle RCMP responded to a range of calls across west-central Saskatchewan between Jan. 23 and Jan. 29, including fraud complaints, break and enters and an impaired driving incident.
Iran crackdown leaves tens of thousands dead, reshaping the country’s future
After two weeks of near-total silence following the mass killing of Iranian protesters on Jan. 8–9, the partial restoration of internet access has allowed the first credible assessments…