Battlefords News-Optimist

Written by Laura Lamont, Designed by Jess Dixon Published by Jackpine Press ISBN 978-1-927035-18-4 $30.

The Maidstone RCMP is reporting a week with 59 occurrences between July 3 and 9. Some of the most common calls received were related to Theft, Speeding and Erratic Drivers.

The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: Volunteer Friends – Spiritwood and District Health Centre 306-883-4432.

Saskatchewan Craft Council Dimensions, the Saskatchewan Craft Council’s biennial, open, juried, touring exhibition, which encourages and rewards excellence in hand crafted work, is on display now until Sept.

Looking for something fun and different for the kids this summer? The Western Development Museum North Battleford is offering summer camps in the Heritage Farm and Village.

A travelling exhibit from the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame will be including the Battlefords as part of its provincial tour. The Sask. Sports Hall of Fame is conducting a tour of 70 communities across Saskatchewan during July and August.

I have special moments with my children when I least expect them. Like when my middle son used to poke his head into the living room with a cup of coffee in his hand. We never knew where those conversations would take us.

As I sit and read about the impacts of the Panama Papers and Saudi Arms deals, I am amazed by how the demand for transparency in today’s society has changed all aspects of our lives, including the financial industry.

Don't be fooled by the claims of the pro-electric car camp - our best bet for low-emissions vehicles is still natural gas

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