Battlefords News-Optimist

North Battleford Fire Department is reporting a sharps pickup at the 9800 block of 21st Avenue. Six needles were located and disposed of by NBFD around 10:04 a.m.

Once again, local residents are being targeted by a common phone scam, just in time for tax season.

Since the Walking With Our Sisters memorial exhibition closed in early February, the Chapel Gallery has been mostly closed for repairs.

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

From April 5 to April 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 15th Avenue between 92nd and 93rd Street will be closed as workers replace a valve on gas main.

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective

A contributing factor to the deplorable housing conditions may be a lack of property rights on reserve

This Good Turn Week – April 22 to May 1 – North Battleford is going to get a valuable lesson about the effects of water pollution. And who are the teachers? Why, the local 2nd North Battleford Scout group and a bunch of yellow fish.

North Battleford Fire Department responded to two vehicle crashes on the weekend. Friday firefighters were called to a crash between two small vehicles at 1902 - 97th Street at about 8:20 p.m.