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Scuba community looks to attract regional interest

The Battlefords Scuba community has had a busy few months introducing high school students from north-western and west-central Saskatchewan to the sport of scuba diving.

Saskatchewan baseball HOF in Battleford receives monetary donations

The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame in Battleford received a pair of donations this past week. Tuesday, the hall hosted an open house in conjunction with the donations being delivered.
New manufacturing plant contributing to Battleford growth

New manufacturing plant contributing to Battleford growth

(With files from Jayne Foster) The arrival of Leading Manufacturing Group Inc. at their new location at 601- 18th St. in Battleford is another example of growth in the Battlefords, according to town officials.
OSTAPIW

OSTAPIW

Mr. Mike Ostapiw of the Denholm, Saskatchewan district passed away suddenly at his residence at the age of 65 years. A Memorial Service for Mike will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. from the Denholm Recreation Centre with Mrs.
St. Vital to keep Grade 7 students

St. Vital to keep Grade 7 students

When all the other Battlefords Grade 7 public school students begin attending North Battleford Comprehensive High School next year, St. Vital Catholic School's Grade 7s will stay put.
Foam roof still on the table for Hafford School

Foam roof still on the table for Hafford School

To foam or not to foam? That's the ongoing question when it comes to Hafford School's roof.
Tire iron assault investigated

Tire iron assault investigated

RCMP Daily Report
Canadians take on Russians in Unity for World Junior A Challenge

Canadians take on Russians in Unity for World Junior A Challenge

UNITY — The evening of Dec. 12 capped off a flurry of rigorous organizing and planning by the committee, who came together in a short time to pull of an event off this magnitude.
Just show up

Just show up

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2015 budget passes at City Hall

2015 budget passes at City Hall

The 2015 budget for the City of North Battleford has been officially adopted by council. The resolution to adopt the budget passed unanimously at the special meeting held Dec. 15. The final approved budget includes a 4.
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