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How much faith do you put in the words of a fortune cookie?’

How much faith do you put in the words of a fortune cookie?’

Neighbourly Advice According to Ed
Corrections vehicle fatally collides with motorcycle

Corrections vehicle fatally collides with motorcycle

There are no charges anticipated in a collision between a Correctional Service Canada vehicle and a motorcycle near Whitewood, which resulted in the death of the driver of the motorcycle.
Looking back to News-Optimist history

Looking back to News-Optimist history

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Not magic, just basic science

Not magic, just basic science

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Minister says 'more meetings' regarding Valleyview Towers

Minister says 'more meetings' regarding Valleyview Towers

The government is aware of the issues at Valleyview Towers, the minister of Social Services has said, and is planning meetings.
Millions for local First Nations - Possibly millions more for Mosquito

Millions for local First Nations - Possibly millions more for Mosquito

Past government actions are resulting in large amounts of money for nearby First Nations. On July 18, the government of Canada and First Nations in Treaty 4 and 6 marked the settlement of various claims against the government.
2019 NSRBL MVP

2019 NSRBL MVP

2019 NSRBL MVP Gavin Nolin of the Battlefords Trappers accepts the Eldon Elliot-Dr. Ian Smith MVP trophy from Martin Smith (right), son of the late Dr. Ian Smith and NSRBL Commissioner Kelvin Colliar (left). Photo submitted
Fire under investigation

Fire under investigation

A fire at 1571-99th Street is currently under investigation, says North Battleford Protective Services. On July 24 at 11:02 p.m., North Battleford Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire.
Ball winding down, golf winding up

Ball winding down, golf winding up

Whoosh! Just like that, July is almost gone. With the long weekend around the corner, you want to be sure to pack it all in before summer is over.
New heliport at children’s hospital operational

New heliport at children’s hospital operational

A new heliport on top of Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon has opened ahead of schedule and became operational on Thursday, July 25 at 8 a.m.
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