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More photos from Poundmaker exoneration

More photos from Poundmaker exoneration

Here are more photos taken at the celebration of the exoneration of Chief Poundmaker on the Poundmaker Cree Nation Thursday. All potos are by Averil Hall.
The need for speed caught up with them: 8,081 drivers caught speeding in April

The need for speed caught up with them: 8,081 drivers caught speeding in April

Submitted by SGI Life is not a video game, and more than 8,000 Saskatchewan drivers found out that speeding on public roads doesn’t win you any trophies or unlock any secret levels – there are real consequences for driving too fast.
Eight catalytic converters stolen in Unity

Eight catalytic converters stolen in Unity

Unity RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the subject(s) responsible for the theft from and damages to eight new diesel trucks at the Ford dealership in the town of Wilkie.
Meili remarks on end of session - criticizes Moe on handling of carbon tax

Meili remarks on end of session - criticizes Moe on handling of carbon tax

A sometimes tumultuous legislative session ended for opposition leader Ryan Meili and his New Democrats last week. “It was a good session in a few different ways.
Through the tall grass, the lioness stalks her zebra

Through the tall grass, the lioness stalks her zebra

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Gospel trio performs in Speers

Gospel trio performs in Speers

Saturday, May 11, Joyful Melody Trio, a gospel group from Barhead, Alta., gave an outstanding performance at the Speers Rec Center to an audience of about 60 people, bringing an inspirational message of faith and hope.
The Colonsay Hotel – Canada’s ‘leading case’ in insurance law

The Colonsay Hotel – Canada’s ‘leading case’ in insurance law

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Battlefords Community Mission Club helps build school in Kenya

Battlefords Community Mission Club helps build school in Kenya

Submitted The Battlefords Community Mission Club recently took part in a service trip to Kenya, Africa.
Locomotive 1158 saved, restored

Locomotive 1158 saved, restored

A North Battleford landmark that has been under wraps for a while was presented to an interested public Friday afternoon. The Western Development Museum’s Locomotive 1158 has been restored and refurbished after a two-year campaign to raise $200,000.
Words have the power to discredit us falsely

Words have the power to discredit us falsely

Neighbourly Advice According to Ed
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