Battlefords News-Optimist

Matt Pruden (left) with his son and Mark Richardson (right) from the Battlefords 100 Men Who Care, came to the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre recently to drop off a cheque for $5,400 for the Empty Stocking Fund.

Maple Trees Part II

It was absolutely no contest for the Hafford Vikings in the 1A provincial football final. The Vikings completely demolished the Hanley Sabres by a 64-8 score in the final game in Hanley, winning the six-man football title.

Dear Editor We in Canada have so much to be grateful for; a couple of examples would be an abundance of natural resources and a democracy that works – although not as fair as it could be and this is the issue I’d like to talk about.

Luke Keller (Tilter) started a Smash Bros. group when he was a student at North Battleford Comprehensive High School where his friends Noah Cooke (Nidgy) and Nathan Perry (Jazz) met to play the various Smash Bros. video games.

Conservative Party of Canada leader Andrew Scheer announced his policy plank last week to crack down on gangs throughout the country. The policy is described as part one of a three-part platform titled A Safer Canada – Cracking Down on Gangs.

Neighbourly Advice According to Ed

Saturday, Nov. 10, family gathered at the Speers Rec Center for a surprise birthday party to celebrate Marguerite Zunich turning 90 years young. Her birthday is actually Dec. 25, but it was held early so more people could attend.

John Cairns' Leg Watch

There were approximately 70 in attendance at the last Remembrance Day Service to be held by Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 349 at the old Saskatchewan Hospital building.