Battlefords News-Optimist

The were 25 calls for service/occurrences responded to by Battlefords RCMP between 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 and 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13.

It was a relatively quiet period for Battlefords RCMP between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10 and 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, when they responded to fewer than 20 occurrences. 7:58 a.m. - Single vehicle collision on 112th Street. No injuries.

Did you see the nice picture and article about the old Lutheran Church at Robinhood in the winter issue of Westworld? An historical piece of architecture, still with us.

After a three-week stand down and on new ice, the New Horizons were back curling Dec. 10. Doc Hall started off by scoring on the first end, but gave up a two, four and then another four and Lyle Darwent had it easy.

For a while Monday it appeared as if North Battleford had gotten an early Christmas present from the province for police initiatives.

At the last meeting of the Maidstone Legion Ladies' Auxiliary, members decided to meet every three months for the winter. The December meeting was held as a Christmas supper and gift exchange.

The Battlefords North Stars' furious comeback attempt in the third period fell short. The North Stars were edged 6-5 by the visiting Melfort Mustangs Wednesday night.

A presentation of $5,000 was made by David Buckingham, on behalf of Canada Pump and Power Corporation of Ardrossan, Alta., to the Borden volunteer firefighters, Dec. 3.

The National Farmer's Union elected a new president at the 44th annual NFU National Convention in Ottawa Nov. 17-30. Jan Slomp of Rimby, Alta.

The Wilkie Outlaws continued their undefeated march through the rest of the NSRHL last week. Wilkie earned an 8-3 win over the Tigers in Turtleford Friday night. Rick Cey led the way for the Outlaws with a goal and three assists.