Battlefords News-Optimist

There is nothing more visible and representative of Christmas than a decorated Christmas tree. Even Santa himself doesn't make as many appearances as this beloved piece of nature.

Dear Editor One Sunday recently I needed to be in Saskatoon no later than 11 a.m. My kids called to say, "the roads are terrible, we'll worry about you driving. Please take the bus. It's so easy." So, I needed to take the earliest bus - 6:05 a.m.

Five more days until Christmas. Enjoy all this festive season has to offer in our community whether it is a musical performance, touring the beautiful lights put up around homes in town or visiting friends and neighbours.

There was willingness to meet, but no firm commitments from Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Gerry Ritz about federal help towards public safety in North Battleford this past week.

Dear Editor: I read with interest your article, Lilac church: historic landmark needs repairs (Regional Optimist Dec. 5). I will try to relate some of the memories and activities in the 1950s and '60s.

MEREDITH: In Loving Memory of Madeline Meredith who was born June 25, 1931 at Rosetown, SK and passed away December 7, 2013 at Battleford, SK.

The Borden Friendship Club held their annual Christmas turkey supper Dec. 10, with over 50 members and guests present.

Former youth worker Christopher Passley has been sentenced to two years less a day in jail in connection to a vicious beating of his girlfriend in the city.

First off, I must give credit to Tammy Donahue-Buziak and Leola MacDonald for interviewing Doris Cornell, and to Tammy for typing a transcript from the audio tapes.

Here is a rundown of some of the other items that came up at the Dec. 9 meeting of North Battleford city council.