Battlefords News-Optimist

There were more than 25 calls for service/occurrences were made to North Battleford between 6 a.m. Thursday, June 12 and 6 a.m. Friday, June 13. Thursday 7:37 a.m. - Two intoxicated and unwanted persons at a residence on Kramer Place.

Former North Stars forward Tanner Quinn has committed to attend the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and will join the Trojans for the 2014-15 season.

The Notre Dame CWL Council hosted the 66th annual Saskatchewan Provincial Catholic Women's League Convention in North Battleford June 2 and 3. Held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, registration was held from 10 a.m.

Across the street, at the North Battleford Fire Department, the Maple Leaf has been flying at half-mast for more than a week. It is a constant reminder of the tragedy that unfolded in Moncton, N.B.

Hi there again! It's so hard to believe May has gone by so quickly. May 31 was one of our nicest days, though. It was just beautiful, so sunny and warm. I do hope some of you got out to enjoy that sunshine.

Story The area around the Territorial Drive and 100th Street intersection was a hot topic of discussion at Monday's city council meeting.

Depending on who you talk to, plans for the upcoming CFL season for the Saskatchewan Roughriders are coming along quite nicely.

Guess who missed out on some new music at the Maymont seniors' potluck and jam session? Those who didn't come. Joining us from Borden was Eileen Petrun, who sang a medley of songs by Loretta Lynn, and Rose Mandziak, who sang various songs.

Get well wishes go out to Vera Lundell of Lloydminster who had the misfortune of breaking her pelvis bone and wrist around June 1. She was taken to an Edmonton hospital for surgery and is presently in Lloydminster hospital.

Two students from North Battleford Comprehensive High School were the winners of the annual Canada Day Debate last week.