Battlefords News-Optimist

The generous bequest of well-known Mervin resident Fay Tomlinson was formally recognized May 11 at the Turtleford health facility to which she directed the dollars be used.

Water, water everywhere! Not as bad here as in many places that are suffering from flooding. Following floods in Quebec next is Kelowna, and Fort St. John is bad, too. Pictures sent from Green Lake of the Beaver and Cowan Rivers show them very high.

The diverse advantages of yoga are no secret; and on May 7, 2017, Medstead got a closer look at these benefits. During a retreat taking place at the Village Hall between noon and 4:30 p.m.

On April 5, GrainsConnect and GrainCorp hosted a Get to Know Your New Neighbour event at Maymont School with 135 producers and spouses in attendance. Myself and Mel were honoured to be invited.

The Grade 10 drama class at Hafford Central School has had a busy semester. They have worked tirelessly writing, rewriting and rehearsing to prepare their own unique production of what they have entitled Hafford High Grease.

MAIDSTONE - Cribbage was played Monday, May 1 with high score going to Ruth Enwright and low to Jean Hartman. Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart. Bingo was played May 3 with Joan Smith and Margaret MacEachern doing the calling.

The Borden and District Lions held a very successful Mother’s Day Brunch in the Borden Community Centre on May 14, thanks to the many that dropped in for a great meal, with the proceeds going to diabetes research.

With warmer weather, a schedule of upcoming events and a welcoming environment, the Town of Battleford is working to entice the public back to 22nd Street and into the downtown area. The latest draw: food trucks and farm stands.

John Cairns' Leg Watch

June Spence, daughter of Rev. Ahab and Mrs. Ruth Elizabeth Spence (Bear), passed away on December 5th 2016 in Gatineau Quebec.