MAIDSTONE — The length of write-up is limited until the provincial election is over. Pardon my brevity.
Dr. Virgil Dato was honoured at a farewell tea in the hospital atrium Oct. 8. During 10 years with us, he treated a multitude of patients who will certainly miss him. We wish Dr. Dato well as he returns to the Philippines to be with family.
Congratulations to Duhaime's Belgians (Paynton) on winning reserve champion Belgian foal at the Alberta Percheron Club foal show in Red Deer Oct. 5.
Maidstone's Cecile Stoughton is a true heroine in our midst. In speaking with Cecile, I was filled with admiration for her bravery and determination. Cecile is featured on billboards and social media for St. Paul's Hospital's "By My Side" campaign which kicked off on Sept. 24. Read her story. Cecile is honoured to be highlighted and encourages everyone to support the program that will continue to save the lives of many in our community and beyond.
To finish up Mega Volley, Maidstone High School held a Mini Volley Tournament. Grade 7 girls captured silver in an exciting 52-50 final vs Unity. Other volleyball medals: MHS Jr A Boys won gold at Gateway Tournament in Meadow Lake Oct. 5, going 12-0 in sets and making it 3 years in a row MHS Boys have won Gateway Tournament. MHS Jr A Girls took gold at Holy Rosary Tournament (Lloydminster) Oct. 5, undefeated in sets. Grade 7 girls were also gold champs in Lloydminster at the LCSD Invitational. Go Huskies Go! (I had photos but was told no room.)
Oct. 7, Maidstone Kin Club welcomed three Macklin Kinette Club members: Deputy Governor Courtney Bogen, District Governor Lori Cosh and a member, Kristy. Stacey was installed as Secretary and a new member attended. Next meeting 7 pm MST Nov.4 (Seniors Centre).
Other Reminders:
Oct.19 Sat. Legion Club Room Texas Hold-Em Register 1 pm, Play 2 pm. Doug Wichman 780-205-2839.
Oct.20 Sun. Milleton Community Hall Swedish Smorgasbord 4-7 pm.
Oct.23 Wed. Pink Ribbon Barbecue, Maidstone G3 Office 11:30-1:30. $10 Burger/chips/pop. Proceeds: Breast Cancer Foundation.
Oct.23 Wed. Final Health Care Pie Bingo, Legion Hall 7 pm (by Forest Bank/Battlevale)
Oct.24 Thurs. Midwest Family Connections Play & Learn at Ratushniak Elementary 10-11:30 am. Kids 0-6 & parents. No charge.
Oct.25 Fri. Maidstone and Paynton Community Calendars Deadline for Forms.
