Battlefords News-Optimist

ST. WALBURG — The sixth annual Rivers West Volunteer Recognition Banquet took place Wednesday evening at the Catholic Parish Church in St. Walburg.

Festival 2015 was successful for the Battlefords Community Players as their production of Drinking Alone by Norm Foster brought home three awards and an honourable mention from TheatreFest 2015 held April 19 to 25 in Melfort.

Dear Editor I have a cautionary tale for seniors who become involved with the government Keep Seniors in Their own Home grants. I was involved in the program and hired a local contractor.

Just as those who promote mental health in the community gear up for a full slate of Mental Health Week activities next week comes the welcome news of shovels in the ground at the site of the new Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford.

What is the difference between a refugee, immigrant, illegal immigrant, economic migrant, unemployed worker hoping to feed their family, illegal alien or someone who has been part of “human trafficking?” I would suggest it is all in the perspective o

The City of North Battleford has reached a collective bargaining agreement with the North Battleford Fire Fighters Association.

Council notes

If you have been shocked to find a balance due rather than a refund, be sure to file your return before midnight April 30 to avoid late filing penalties.

Tax planning