Battlefords News-Optimist

Darren Delainey had two goals and an assist to lead the St. Walburg Eagles to a 6-3 win over the Wikie Outlaws in game four of the NSRHL final Wednesday night. The best-of-seven series is tied at two games apiece.

It was a relatively busy 24 hours for Battlefords RCMP, who responded to more than 20 calls for service/occurrences between 6 a.m. Thursday, March 27 and 6 a.m. Friday, March 28. Among those calls were two false alarms and two noise complaints.

Dear Editor This is for the irresponsible pet owners out there. How inhumane and cruel it is to abandon a dog or cat at someone's farm? In my case I feel I've been the victim of a repeat offender. I have had numerous cats dumped here over the years.

Battlefords RCMP Detachment had more good news in its crime statistics report for February.

Dear Editor Be careful what you wish for is a wise adage. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation wishes that Premier Brad Wall would root out inefficiencies before raising taxes. The CTF praises "efficiencies" like the privatization of hospital linens.

Every Tuesday morning the Meota Hobby Band practises at the Do Drop In and last Tuesday there were more guests in to listen, than usual. This was the last time that one of their group would be taking part while still a resident of Meota.

Here is a rundown of some of the agenda from North Battleford's city council meeting Monday night. (Thanks to City Communications Manager Mike Halstead for his assistance providing much of this information.

The Meota Curling Club was formed in 1928. The club possessed no rink and no rocksbut members were determined to play. The skating rink ice was marked off for their first games.

Duos what can I say about our Duos Night? It was truly fun, fun and more fun. Hats off to the ladies who sang with their partners. Great job, ladies. But a little scary; just ask me. Close to 100 people joined us March 15 in the Maymont Hall.

Spring arrived for a brief visit. There were a few muddy boots and pants during the week as students jumped in the puddles. Students were also still skating and playing broomball on the ice, so spring has not completely taken over the activities.