Battlefords News-Optimist

Unity RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in finding a stolen truck and its thief. On April 16, the Unity/Wilkie/Macklin RCMP received a complaint of a theft of motor vehicle.

Railway and Main

A North Battleford bowler is hauling in the hardware, and has been doing so for some time.

The North Battleford Part-time Firefighters Association has concluded their first sandbag fundraiser and they hope to make it an annual event. This year $1,500 was raised to donate to the community and they hope to do more for local causes.

A fire ban is now in place in the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437. According to the R.M., the fire ban took effect April 12 due to dry conditions in the area. No burning permits will be issued until further notice.

The North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings held their regular meeting on Monday, March 18. The CHAN (Community Health Advisory Network) was planning to hold a welcome tea for Dr. Bebnami and Dr. Latifand families on April 11.

From the Top of the Pile

John Cairns’ Leg Watch

Battleford town council approved a 10 per cent discount on remaining lots in Battle Springs on Monday. The discount will remain in place until Sept. 30. The economy, Mayor Ames Leslie said, is largely responsible for the discount.

The Battlefords North Stars are back in the lead in the Canalta Cup finals after a 4-2 road win over the Melfort Mustangs at the Northern Lights Palace.