Battlefords News-Optimist

The Legion and its colours were prominent in the community again, as the organization re-dedicated some important monuments in Battleford this weekend.

The Fin Island Run was underway again recently, this year taking place on Aug. 24. Participants got some exercise and a feel-good uplift as the run raised over $800 for the Canadian Mental Health Association - Battlefords Branch.

The case against a man charged with accessing child pornography has been adjourned to September. Cameron Froese of North Battleford will see his matters return to North Battleford Provincial Court Sept. 30 at 1:30 p.m. for plea.

An individual charged with several weapons-related charges in North Battleford from Aug. 22 made his first court appearance Monday in North Battleford provincial court.

RCMP say a complaint of shots fired at a house in Battleford overnight does not appear to be a random incident. A suspect has been apprehended, but no name has been released yet. On Aug. 26 at 2:27 a.m.

Submitted Local baseball umpire Philip McGee was invited to attend his third national championship, the Canada Cup, held Aug. 7 to 11 in Regina.

Staff Reporter Needle pickups for 2019 continue their upward trend for the year.

City council in North Battleford has gotten the ball rolling towards a new taxi bylaw for the city. Administration introduced the issue to council Monday night at their meeting.

For greater access to monitoring and diagnostic services, a highly specialized telemetry unit is planned for Saskatoon’s Royal University Hospital. The provincial government has committed to $1.

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