Battlefords News-Optimist

A light breeze swept through the open windows of the Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Friday afternoon, as the Battleford’s Bar Association welcomed 14 new lawyers.

Results are in for executive positions and representatives in the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan elections. Elected as president was Glen Hector McCallum with 1016 votes, ahead of Karen Anne LaRoque with 880.

North Battleford Fire is reporting that a watercraft rescue was performed on the North Saskatchewan River Wednesday. The location was about 500 meters east of the old Battleford bridge.

Remember when folks at the Capitol Theatre were saying “keep an eye on the sign?” On Wednesday, workers were busy installing a new sign on the marquee of the Capitol, part of the extensive renovations that have already taken place there.

The Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) has charged an adult male from Lloydminster, SK. with child pornography and breach offences.

The Doukhobor Dugout House National Historic Site located south of Blaine Lake will be honouring Canada’s 150th Birthday with free admission on its July 1 themed season opening date.

Seeding has essentially wrapped up in the province, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report released June 15.

First Nations singer Crystal Shawanda played at the Dekker Centre last Thursday. Having started as a country singer, Shawanda showcased her repertoire which includes blues, soul and rock music.

By Devin MacAulay CPTED Review Committee Co-Chair For the past two years, the City of North Battleford Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Review Committee has been placing significant emphasis on the importance of getting neighbour

Daily Report June 14-15