Battlefords News-Optimist

Sometimes when we think of counselling or therapy, we think of Sigmund Freud, one of the founders of psychotherapy.

Rising star Sophie Pitman, 18, will be joining Saskatchewan Express from her home in Battleford for the presentation of Lights! Curtain! Broadway! in Regina in December.

Loyola Van Der Haegen turned 100 years old on Nov. 13, 2013. Her family and friends gathered with her at the Gold Ridge Centre Saturday. Born south of Denholm, Loyola went on to be not only one of the oldest, but longest living residents of Maymont.

Volunteers are the life blood of many local committees and the Kiwanis Music Festival is no exception. As with any event, the more people work together to pitch in with their time and talent, the easier it is.

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective

Joey Stylez was waiting for a ride in Detroit when the Regional Optimist phoned him for an interview. He says he has no real headquarters right now; he is presently enjoying the nomad lifestyle of his people.

Operation Red Nose is once again launched for in the Battlefords. This is the fifth year for Operation Red Nose in the Battlefords.

In Moose Jaw Nov 16 to 18, the members of the Ford Curling Centre in conjunction with CurlSask hosted the second Junior Women's Qualification Bonspiel.

Battlefords RCMP say they responded Wednesday to a single vehicle collision in the city, in which impaired driving may have been a factor. At around 12:35 p.m.

North Battleford Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 110th Street and Railway Avenue East Thursday at about 6:25 p.m.