Battlefords News-Optimist

North Battleford RCMP General Investigation Section have charged and arrested two suspects in relation to a break and enter and armed robbery that occurred at a residence north of Edam on Jan. 12, 2018. No further suspects are being sought.

With the help of the RCMP Air Support Unit and Police Dog Services, RCMP members of the Elk Point RCMP in Alberta have arrested 29-year-old Ryan Chad Stonechild and his friends.

The City of North Battleford is introducing a paid parking lot in a prime downtown location, says a release from City Hall.

Submitted Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation’s $100,000 Cash Lottery is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

Battlefords RCMP were called out Friday morning to a second report this week of a firearm being discharged in Battleford. On Aug. 2, at 12:30 a.m.

The government of Saskatchewan has issued a request for proposals for the sale of the former Saskatchewan Hospital, including the land and buildings, situated in the RM of North Battleford. The RFP call closes at 2 p.m. Aug.

Submitted Livestock producers continue to make good haying progress as 39 per cent of the hay crop is now baled or put into silage. An additional 27 per cent is cut and ready for baling according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s weekly Crop Report.

Submitted by Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure Drive with care and attention this long weekend as highway crews are working at a number of locations across the province.

Court matters regarding the death of Tiki Brook-Lyn Laverdiere are to continue in a few weeks, unless more charges arise in the meantime.

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