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NORTH BATTLEFORD — Three Battlefords-area Rivers West skaters are excited to be competing in the Saskatchewan Winter Games, Feb. 18 to 21. Skaters Josie Sadlowski, Harley Whiting and Keri Sevick will all be going to the Games in Meadow Lake, representing Rivers West from Skate Battlefords. A total of six skaters will be taking part from the entire Rivers West district. The other three skaters are Abbigail Wirth, Grace Driedger and Janaye Gartner. The Skate Battlefords skaters were at the Access Communications Centre in North Battleford on Feb. 12 for a
Shown are, from left, are coach Cindy Tymoruski, Harley Whiting, Star 6 Freeskate, Josie Sadlowski, Star 6 Freeskate, Keri Sevick, Star 5 Freeskate. | Photo submitted by Britt Rumpf sendoff celebration to recog- time opportunity,” she said. choreographed routines. nize the young athletes as they “It’s nice for people to be able “That will be their main prepare to head to the Games. to take part in the Saskatche- focus,” said Tymoruski. “It’s Coach Cindy Tymoruski wan Winter Games.” similar to the Olympics. It’s said it will be an exciting opThe athletes will be com- not quite as extensive, but the portunity for the athletes. peting in a free skate program same idea.” “It’s only a once-in-a-life- that includes jumps, spins and The athletes must qualify
in order to compete in the Saskatchewan Winter Games. “They have to meet a certain level,” Tymoruski said. She noted the skaters are also looking forward to competing at the new arena in Meadow Lake. “Meadow Lake has been part of our district for some time,” Tymoruski said. “Unfortunately, their rink burned down a few years ago. So now this is a wonderful chance to be able to skate in our district in such a prestigious competition in a brand-new arena. It’s pretty special, and also the partnership between Meadow Lake and Flying Dust [First Nation] is quite amazing and special as well. Flying Dust and Meadow Lake have formed a partnership to put on these Games.”
Public warned of email ticket scam in Saskatchewan By SaskToday staff
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SASKATCHEWAN — Saskatchewan RCMP are warning the public of an ongoing email scam with incidents reported across the province. On Feb. 13, Saskatchewan RCMP received multiple reports of individuals receiving an email containing a fraudulent ticket. The scammer represents themselves as the
Saskatchewan Fine Collection Branch and indicates that the recipient has received a Provincial Violation Ticket. The fraudulent tickets include: • a ticket number • fine amount to pay • due date • payment instructions • a link to unsubscribe from emails • contact information • Provincial Court Services
copyright The contact information listed is the accurate information for the Saskatchewan Fine Collection Branch, however the ticket information and payment link are fraudulent. Do not click the link or provide payment. The Saskatchewan RCMP encourages the public to protect themselves from email scams by: • checking the sender for
misspellings or unusual email addresses • never clicking on links from unknown senders • looking for red flags such as urgent language or generic greetings If you receive an email similar to this, report it to your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Saskatchewan RCMP can be contacted by calling 310RCMP. Information can also
be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).
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