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Hanbidge on Horticulture

A parade held annually in the fall or early winter in Battleford has gone through more than one transformation – from a Christmas theme to a harvest theme and from a November time frame to October.

The 35th Street curve coming up from the Flats in Battleford has sometimes been overshot by speeding vehicles in the area of 3rd Avenue and Riverbend Crescent, causing damage to properties adjacent and concern among residents for their safety.

Sunday dawned cold and wet, but the Operun went ahead as planned with enthusiasm. Hosted by the Historic Battleford Lions Club, the event was in support of the refurbishment of Battleford's Opera House.

Thank you very much for the very fine work your publication does. Maidstone High School appreciates every square inch of coverage that we get.

Dear Editor For the first time since I started voting more than 30 years ago, I will be marking a cross on my ballot beside an individual who is not running for the New Democratic Party.

Dear Editor Have you received your voter's information card? Can you spot the statement, "Please note that this card is not a piece of ID?” Harry Neufeld is an Elections Canada expert who recommended cards be recognized as ID.