Battlefords News-Optimist

At this time of the year, many economists like to issue their annual forecasts. Will 2015 be as rewarding – or challenging – as last year? The trouble is that forecasters as a group are notoriously wrong in their projections.

Citizen of the Year • Junior Citizen of the Year

Back in the '80s, the Saudis also pulled the plug after their market share was threatened

But killing it will be worse for the environment and pose more danger to the public in both Canada and the United States

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

Two vehicles collided at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 101st Street Friday as snow fell and the wind blew. North Battleford Fire Department personnel were called to the scene of the crash at about 8:20 a.m.

A University of Regina professor with ties to the Northwest region has been honoured with a major award. Dr. Shauneen Pete received a 2015 Global Citizen Award in a presentation in Regina on Feb. 3. She is originally from Little Pine First Nation.

The Battlefords North Stars (24-17-6-1) played back-to-back games Tuesday and Wednesday picking up a shootout win and a shutout loss.

The North Saskatchewan River Hockey League wrapped up its final week of the regular season.