Battlefords News-Optimist

Inez Nordstrom was a reporter working out of the offices of the News-Optimist from 1968 until 1987. Even after she retired, she continued to write a column from her home well into the 1990s.

A building plan has been presented to council about a new industrial building in southeast North Battleford. A $2.34 million facility at 10014 Fyfe Ave. will be the new home of TG Watch Industries - Steel Fabricators in North Battleford.

Entrepreneurs have to innovate to survive and thrive. However, innovation often doesn't come easily. Let's face it. It's the rare business that strikes it rich with some mind-blowing high-tech invention or cool new wonder-product.

Until Nov. 1, local artist and art instructor Rosemarie Stadnyk is exhibiting her acrylic and multi medium paintings alongside her daughter Melanie Rudy's quilts and paintings at the Chapel Gallery in North Battleford.

North Battleford RCMP are advising the public to be aware of a phishing attack circulating via email and the Internet.

The Reigning Riders have had three meetings already this year and have doubled in size. The 4-H Club has had four guys join the club as well as three "horsey" girls. the club has gained momentum and members are super excited about the fun year ahead.

The Community Safety Officers program for the city of North Battleford will continue on past its initial six month trial period. At City Hall Tuesday, council voted to give approval to "the implementation of this program as a permanent program.

The Battlefords North Stars have completed a future considerations trade with the Dauphin Kings of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.

The Battlefords Stars picked up three wins last week to extend their winning streak to six games. In their game Thursday night, the Stars held on for a 3-2 win over the Blazers in Saskatoon.

Every entrepreneur feels it at some point: the fear of failure. Only half of new businesses make it to their fifth birthday, and that can cause entrepreneurs a lot of stress. However, experts say failure can actually lead to major accomplishments.