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Cox says ministry is responding to Valleyview issue

Cox says ministry is responding to Valleyview issue

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox notes there have been some efforts made to address the ongoing issues at Valleyview Towers in North Battleford.
Fall sitting productive: Herb Cox

Fall sitting productive: Herb Cox

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox is home for the holiday break period, after what he considers a productive fall sitting of the legislature in Regina. While the fall sitting is over, the work isn’t.
Vada Paskemin, another new citizen needing community help

Vada Paskemin, another new citizen needing community help

Vada Paskemin was born June 20, 2019, in North Battleford, with two heart defects. Brittany Paskemin, Vada’s mother, says “There was no indication that Vada had two heart defects before she was born via a scheduled c-section.
Words of Cheer - Battle at the Border

Words of Cheer - Battle at the Border

And, they’re off! The cheerleading competition has begun with the 2nd annual Battle at the Border championship in Lloydminster.
Christmas crafts, crafts, crafts

Christmas crafts, crafts, crafts

Handmade and homemade gifts are sought by many to give to their loved ones at Christmas time. A recent craft show at the Legion Hall in Battleford offered a variety of git ideas by many vendors.
Food bank still collecting winter clothing

Food bank still collecting winter clothing

“We are still collecting outdoor winter gear and will distribute to anyone in need all winter long,” says Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre Executive Director Erin Katerynych. Nov.
Keep calm and eat your fries

Keep calm and eat your fries

Most of us love fries and chips. Other than ketogenic, most diets don’t discriminate against the mighty potato. It’s even in the new Canada’s Food Guide.
Why isn’t all booze limited to flavourless vodka?

Why isn’t all booze limited to flavourless vodka?

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

O Little Town of Bethlehem

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Update - Kindersley incident deemed murder-suicide

Update - Kindersley incident deemed murder-suicide

FINAL UPDATE by Corporal Rob King, Saskatchewan RCMP Media Relations Officer made at noon today, Dec. 13: "On Thursday, Dec. 12, shortly after 10 a.m.
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