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Watching out for the defenseless

I spent three hours Tuesday locked up in a dog cage at the Battlefords Animal Shelter. The Battlefords Humane Society Shelter Us campaign was hosting their second annual jail and bail event.
News editor gets thrown in jail

News editor gets thrown in jail

It certainly was a first for me. Some may find it surprising, but I’ve never been arrested nor thrown in jail. Stunningly that is exactly what happened Tuesday afternoon as I prepared to head home after work.
No need to exercise after you hit 70

No need to exercise after you hit 70

Neighbourly Advice According to Ed
North Stars clinch Finning Division title

North Stars clinch Finning Division title

They did it. A new banner will rise up to the rafters next season. For the second time in three years the Battlefords North Stars are crowned Finning Division champions after a 10-3 route of the Notre Dame Hounds. “Extremely proud of our guys.
Candlelight Vigil

Candlelight Vigil

Update: Missing Wadena man found deceased

Update: Missing Wadena man found deceased

The Wadena RCMP report that 85-year-ol Mike Daviduk, who has been mising since Feb. 1 has been located deceased with his vehicle in the RM of Lakeview approximately four miles west and 1/2 mile south of Wadena.
ELIAS

ELIAS

Mr. Rudolph Elias passed away on Friday, December 4, 2015 in the Lake Havasu district in the State of Arizona at the age of 70 years. A time of fellowship and refreshments honoring the life of Mr.
Two steps forward, one step back

Two steps forward, one step back

From The Top of The Pile
INTERVIEW: Hasselberg on playoffs, tonight against the Hounds

INTERVIEW: Hasselberg on playoffs, tonight against the Hounds

"Both Yorkton and Melville are in a playoff race for the final spot. They will both be relentless with their effort and extremely determined to earn two points against us."
Jail and bail raises more than $13,000

Jail and bail raises more than $13,000

Shelter Us Campaign fundraiser
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