MAIDSTONE — John “Jack” Philip passed away on May 8 in Saskatoon, at the age of 89. Condolences are extended to his wife, Ellen; son, Scott (Sally) and family; and daughter, Patti. Jack spent his youth on the family farm at Paynton and attended school in Paynton. After marriage, Jack followed his lifelong dream of farming, Ellen continued to teach and they raised their family in Paynton. In 1997, Jack and Ellen retired from the farm to Saskatoon. Jack’s many interests included travelling, nature and animals, sports, hunting, politics, current events, old-time country music and socializing with his friends and family. A private family interment will be held in June at the Paynton cemetery.
The 2025 SHSAA Track and Field Provincials were held in Moose Jaw on June 5 and 6. Following are results submitted by Leanne Murphy, from the nine athletes who represented Maidstone High School (PB denotes Personal Best):
• Sophia P: Senior Girls’ Discus fourth/28 competitors with a 30.70 meters (PB).
• Olivia P: Senior Girls’ Tetrathlon 11th/26 competitors with 1,823 points competing in the following four events: 100m with a 13.57 second run earning 673 points, shot put with a 7.16 meters bringing in 345 points, long jump with a 3.99 meters earning 306 points, 800m crossing the finish line in 2:46.66 minutes earning 499 points (PB).
• Adam G: Senior Boys’ Discus 16th/28 competitors throwing 31.39 meters.
• Tristan M: Senior Boys’ 100m Hurdles 22nd/26 competitors with a 16.95 second run.
• Gabby M: Junior Girls’ 800m 10th/25 competitors with a 2:47.08 minute finish (PB), Junior Girls’ 3000m 17th/21 competitors crossing the finish line in 14:41.95 minutes.
• Noah F: Junior Boys’ 400m 21st/26 competitors with a 1:01.56 minute run.
• Ben O: Junior Boys’ 100m Hurdles Heats 12th/25 competitors with a 15.78 second run (PB) and earning himself a spot in the final, Junior Boys’ 100m Hurdles Finals 9th/16 competitors with a 15.44 second run (NEW PB), Junior Boys’ 200m Heats 19th/26 competitors finishing in 25.74 seconds.
• Alyssa D: Intermediate Girls’ 100m Heats 5th/28 competitors with a 12.97 second run (PB) and qualifying for the finals, Intermediate Girls’ 100m Finals 4th/14 competitors with a run of 13.06 seconds, Intermediate Girls’ 200m Heats 6th/27 competitors with a 26.87 second run (PB) and qualifying for the finals, Intermediate Girls’ 200m Finals 6th/11 competitors with a run of 27.15 seconds.
• Noah P: Int Boys’ Tetrathlon 1st/26 competitors earning himself a GOLD MEDAL with 2066 points competing in the following 4 events: 100m with a 12.16 second run earning 620 points, Shot Put 11.00 meters bringing in 546 points (PB), Long Jump with a 4.90 meters and earning 363 points, 800m finishing in 2:25.92 minutes and earning 537 points.
• Four 100m Relay Results for NorthWest District with Maidstone athletes: Senior Girls’ Heats (Olivia P participating) 12th/14 teams with a 55.44 second finish; Junior Boys’ Heats (Noah F & Ben O participating) 11th/13 teams with a 49.10 second finish; Intermediate Girls’ Heats (Alyssa D participating) team was disqualified for being out of the zone while exchanging; Intermediate Boys’ Heats (Noah P participating) fifth/14 teams finishing in 48.29 seconds and qualifying for the finals.
• Intermediate Boys’ Finals (Noah P participating) 5th/6 teams finishing in 49.20 seconds.
Congratulations to Noah on his Gold Medal and to all our athletes for the terrific representation of your school.
Milleton Community Hall had about 45 people attend the spring picnic on June 8. The kids had fun with bubbles and an outdoor scavenger hunt. Everyone brought a dish and an amazing potluck was enjoyed.
Maidstone Museum Board held their monthly meeting on June 11 with nine members attending. Following regular business, reports were given. Our summer student is doing a good job, and the spring market went very well, with the concession enticing a good crowd. The museum's annual raffle will be for cash prizes, so watch for members to start selling soon, with the draw to be made on Sept. 3 at the annual corn roast.
Canada Day planning was the main topic. The museum will run the food concession from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with kids' races at 2 p.m. and straw scramble following. After the parade, the opening ceremony will be on the museum deck. Tours will be available, the foam machine for kids will be in the front yard and entertainment on the deck will commence about 12:30 p.m.
The Town of Maidstone’s Canada Day Committee has been busy co-ordinating events. The pancake breakfast (put on by the bowling alley) at the Legion Hall is from 8 to 10 a.m. The parade line-up begins at 9 a.m. along 4th Street East by the museum, with parade at 10 a.m. and following the same route as previously. Get your floats, vehicles, scooters and bikes decorated. The Pie Shack will be by the splash park, which will be open, and fireworks will end the day. Other activities are in the works, so watch for the poster to be out shortly. Anyone who would like to help with Canada Day activities in any way, please contact Eleanor Pegg 306-893-8101.
The Silver Lake Summer Slam on June 14 was a terrific day at the regional park. Maidstone Kin Club rocked the Bunnock tournament. Thanks to all who came to play or watch and heckle the teams to add to the fun. Congratulations to Sam Kennedy, who was the Calcutta winner. Thank you to the young volunteers who managed the mini golf tournament, providing lots of fun for the kids who enjoyed competing for the prizes. Everyone appreciated Chris and Miranda Zerr bringing their projector and screen for the Oilers game. The Prairie Dogs put on a great show in the beer gardens. Everyone who came had a wonderful time: lots of laughs, dancing and fun around the fire. Congratulations to Inga Grimley on winning the 50/50, which she claimed at the dance. Kudos to volunteers, organizers, workers and donors who all made this a super fun weekend.
The Maidstone Arena “King of the Grill Raffle” was a sell-out. Winners were: first, Becky Lott (smoker with brisket and ribs), second, Bob Bullock (Blackstone grill with 12 steaks, box of bacon and 36 burgers), third, Peggy Ferguson ($500 cash). Thank you to everyone for your amazing generosity.
Waseca Recreation Board thanks the great crowd who came out for breakfast on Father's Day. It was the biggest turnout ever. Dale Brown was the door prize winner of a DeWalt power drill kit. Thank you, Rec Board, it was very tasty.
Fun, fellowship and food abounded on June 16 at the Ladies’ Night wind-up at Grace Community Church. Eleven birdhouses were uniquely painted, conversation flowed, Melanie shared a meaningful devotion and ice cream sundaes, with a delicious assortment of toppings brought by all of us, were enjoyed at the end of the evening. Ladies' night will resume monthly in the fall.
Reminders:
• Saturday, June 21 - Paynton Rhubarb Festival
• Thursday, June 26 - Last day of school
