Battlefords News-Optimist

If you are an employee, your tax-filing deadline for 2015 returns is May 2.

Paula Lucy (Sieben) January 5, 1924 – April 17, 2016. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our wife, mother and grandmother - Paula. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her husband and their five children.

Descendents of one of Saskatchewan’s first families of colour have made their home in Elrose, and they are as much a part of the fabric of the province as any residents.

In Loving Memory of Anna Marie Tucker born February 16, 1931 at Saskatoon, SK passed away April 20, 2016 in North Battleford, SK.

Mike Striga. With great sadness we announce the passing of Mike Striga of Mullingar, SK at the age of 85. He passed peacefully after a brief illness, in the presence of family, at St. Paul’s Hospital, in the early morning of May 2, 2016.

More than digging in the dirt

A statement by Premier Brad Wall, released on May 5. Both our Wildfire Management (WFM) branch and our Emergency Management and Fire Safety (EMFS) office and have been in contact with their Alberta counterparts to offer and provide assistance.

More than half of Saskatchewan is listed as being in extreme fire danger.

Rory Davidson will be bringing his talent to Concordia University in Edmonton to play for the Thunder next year. "I chose Concordia because I liked the direction they are headed as an organization," the forward said.

In loving memory of Katie Burgart who died on May 3, 2016 at Battlefords District Care Centre. Katie was born on March 30, 1922 at Compeer, Alberta to Ferdinand and Monica (Heck) Sander. Her family moved to Wilkie, SK in 1926 where they farmed.