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Mrs. Florence Mannix passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016 at the Lady Minto Health Care Centre in Edam, Saskatchewan at the age of 92 years.

According to the City of North Battleford, the precautionary drinking water advisory is still in effect for today,. The City says the public will be notified immediately once it's been lifted.

By demanding lower prices, Loblaws is protecting its bottom line but will Canadian consumers really benefit - or even notice?

By Regine Haensel Published by Serimuse Books $14.95; ISBN 978-1495909511 The first part of a trilogy, this fantasy novel is suited to a young adult or even juvenile audience. Not that the tale is simple and straightforward.

The City of North Battleford advised the PBWA is still in place for today. Repairs are complete to the Co-op Aquatic Centre mechanical system. The wave pool and water slides are fully operational and leisure swims will resume Thursday.

PIDWERBESKY, MARIE RITA (WILLIAMS). Marie passed away peacefully at Royal Oak Manor, Lacombe AB on July 9, 2016. She was born September 2, 1930 in North Battleford, SK to Ted and Ivy Williams.

Once in a while, I have to eat a little crow. Well maybe more often than that phrase implies. I actually have a special plate for that purpose within handy reach of my desk at all times.

Dear Editor The word, “suspect,” can be used as either a verb or a noun. As a verb, it refers to the act of thinking that someone may have done something, usually something wrong.

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In Loving Memory Of Henry Reinhold Schick born September 27, 1935 at Edam, SK., passed away July 5, 2016 in North Battleford, SK. Survived by his children Darryl (Myrna) Schick, Linda (Greg) Schick, Brad (Jill) Schick, Mark Schick.