Battlefords News-Optimist

Dylan Schaefer was the focal point of the Vikings offence in North Battleford Comprehensive's 36-15 win over the Mount Royal Mustangs Wednesday night at Beaver Lions Stadium.

Maidstone Museum is closed for the summer season, but visits can be arranged by appointment until the snow falls. Members had a busy summer with more than 400 visitors signing the book. Some may have been missed.

Community Safety Co-ordinator Herb Sutton has presented his report to council for October. His update, presented at Tuesday's council meeting, focused on his activities and actions as part of his contract with the city.

We wish Walter Campbell a speedy recovery. He is presently recuperating in an Edmonton hospital. The Waseca Hall Committee members are making final arrangements for the fall supper to be held on Sunday, Nov. 2. Many phone calls have yet to be made.

Chad Keens has been the golf pro and clubhouse manager at Meota and District Lakeside Golf Course for nine years. This summer he lost his left leg below the knee due to undiagnosed diabetes. Keens was unable to return to work following the surgery.

The heavily-promoted trip to China hosted by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce proved to be a big eye opener for those who took it.

The Borden Anglican and United Churches were both beautifully decorated for the Thanksgiving services Oct. 12. At Borden United there will be no church Oct. 19, as the minister, Gayle Wensley, has her daughter Erica's wedding Oct.

Last week, the elementary hallways of Maymont Central School were decorated with turkeys for Thanksgiving. One class made turkeys out of construction paper and paper plates.

Who had a surprise birthday party and turned 60? Hope you enjoyed all the attention, Donnie Hawkins.Maymont would like to welcome Linda Casey who is our new librarian and Bonnie Garette who is now our new postmistress.

More stories from area veterans who served Canada in the military have been captured on video for future generations. Veterans Voices of Canada set up at Battleford Legion Branch No. 9 for two days of shooting.