Members of the Drumheller Home School Support group enjoyed two very informative and interactive tours at the Drumheller RCMP detachment on Thursday, November 19.
    Staff Sergeant Grant McDonald spent time engaging with children ages 3-17. He spent the day doing finger prints demonstrations, put them on the quad, showed them hand cuffs, the jail cell, the emergency lights on the cars, turned on the siren, showed them the crime scene tapes, spike belts and all other emergency equipment.
    Sergeant MacDonald said  “Our youth are our greatest natural resource, it is important we engage in their lives.”             

Constable Doucette explained the importance of wearing seat belts in case they were involved in an accident.
    With the Christmas season quickly approaching he and other RCMP officers will be working hard to keep the public safe from those that choose to drive while under the influence of alcohol.  
    Constable Nelson spoke to the students about the dog handling unit. The students were very excited to meet Hennie, the new officer puppy.  
    Sandra Gullacher spoke about Staff Sargent Grant MacDonald, “It was an honor to have him tour us around the detachment. Thanks for such a positive learning opportunity!”

 Local Delia resident Corinne Hewitt has written and published a book about the life and drama of a 16 year old boy Jacob Hudson growing up in the early 1900’s,  titled “Jacob of Abbington Pickets.”

    Jacob of Abbington Pickets is a Christian fictional historical romance novel that takes place on the prairies during the turn of the century.  The story follows Jacob Hudson who lives in the small town of Cannington Manor.  He is an honest and honorable young man and as he is growing up…You will have to buy the book to read the rest.
    Author Corinne Hewitt is hosting the Book Launch Party on Tuesday, December 22 at “ Corinne Hewitt Quilt Patterns and Fabrics “ shop in Hanna.  The address is 108 2 Ave West, starting at 7:00 PM.  
    Corinne Hewitt grew up on a farm in southeastern Saskatchewan. From an early age she always knew she would someday write a historical romance. Her grandmother’s extensive knowledge of Saskatchewan history and her grandfather’s collection of antiques sparked an enduring love of history.  Each evening after supper, she would sit in her Granddads’ chair writing this novel.  It has been six years in the making and she finally finished in April 2015.  
    Friesen Press was responsible for the editing and publishing and printed 200 soft cover books. After the launch date, you can order this book online by going to: friesenpress.com  Amazon, Barnes and Noble or Chapters will also have this book available online after the launch date of December 22, 2015.