Battlefords News-Optimist

A firewall has to be built between pharmaceutical companies and physician training programs

Dry conditions have officials taking precautions

The May meeting of the Rivers’ Edge Quilters was held May 6 at 1 p.m. in the Craft Room at the Don Ross Centre.

Members of the Action Now Seniors' Centre are pleased spring weather is upon us, making it much easier and enjoyable to take part in the various ongoing activities.

The case against Harry Weiss, charged with impaired operation of a vehicle causing death and dangerous driving causing death, has been adjourned to June 1 in North Battleford Provincial Court.

Tuesday evening college players from around North America were looking for new homes in the CFL draft. Despite a rough, 3-15 season for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, they were at least able to salvage something with the first overall pick.

The North Battleford senior Beavers have a fresh start in 2016 after a subpar NSRBL season just a year ago. An elongated campaign, bumping the amount of games to 16 from 13 last year, may help the bats get to where they need to be.

As everyone knows, the northern Alberta community of Fort McMurray is currently experiencing devastation due to a raging fire. All residents have been or are in the process of being evacuated to locations throughout Alberta.