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Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Mourns the loss of Bill McKnight

Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Mourns the loss of Bill McKnight

Former Minister of Indian Affairs earned rare Honourary Chief recognition for his support of First Nation

It could happen

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Borden Fire and Rescue celebrates Fire Prevention Week

Borden Fire and Rescue celebrates Fire Prevention Week

Borden / Radisson News
Fall supper season is relished by all

Fall supper season is relished by all

We are in the midst of fall suppers even in the smallest hamlets. With harvest taking forever to complete, some areas have bumped suppers into November. Here are a few of the dates to mark on your calendar: Wednesday, Oct.
Correspondent has a holiday away from the lake

Correspondent has a holiday away from the lake

Meota News
Unity Chamber of Commerce hosts all candidates forum

Unity Chamber of Commerce hosts all candidates forum

On Oct. 1, the Unity Chamber of Commerce hosted an all candidates forum to give the public an opportunity to hear platforms and pose questions to candidates regarding the upcoming federal election taking place Oct. 21.
Take time to thank your local firefighters

Take time to thank your local firefighters

Unity News
Election week: Pedersen campaign office opens

Election week: Pedersen campaign office opens

Election activities are in full swing in Battlefords-Lloydminster as Marcella Pedersen has now officially opened her NDP campaign office. The campaign office is located at 1462 - 100th Street.
Valleyview tenant continues to speak out, appreciates community support

Valleyview tenant continues to speak out, appreciates community support

“I have been overwhelmed by the support and encouragement I'm getting concerning my speaking out on the deplorable state of seniors housing here in the Battlefords,” says Valleyview Towers II tenant Natalie Berrecloth.
‘A Real Good Citizen’ – Emma Brown of Asquith’s Arlington Hotel

‘A Real Good Citizen’ – Emma Brown of Asquith’s Arlington Hotel

Miss Emma Brown, the owner of the Arlington Hotel in Asquith from 1912 until 1947, was 47 years old when she arrived in Asquith in 1910. She was born in London, England, in 1863 and may have spent some time in Colorado before coming to Canada.
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