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High risk offender seen in Kindersley

Kindersley RCMP are making it known there have been two unconfirmed sightings of high risk sex offender Michael Stanley in the area. Reports have come in that he may have been seen on foot in that area a little before 1 pm Thursday.
Biking around town is too much like work

Biking around town is too much like work

Ed, my neighbour next door, has noted the daily bike rides my wife, and I take around town. Last night, I was getting set for a bike ride by myself after supper. My weight is up and extra bike rides are necessary for me to slim down.

Boys' and girls' soccer teams attend NB tournament

It has been a busy few weeks at Maymont Central School. Soccer, coached by Ryan and Krista Nickell, with assistance from Rachel McAllister, is in full swing. Both the girls and boys attended a two-day tournament in North Battleford.
Stolen vehicle report

Stolen vehicle report

North Battleford RCMP report a stolen 2006 Black Ford F350 with a B.C. license plate DN4 117. The vehicle has a six-inch lift kit with a white slip tank in the box.The vehicle was reported stolen the morning of Oct.

Media relations not 'low' priority, just needing revitalization

Sometimes when you rattle a cage, you end up getting something thrown at you.

Weather turns corner into fall

After a number of good fall days, the weather Sunday was different. The temperature around noon was 21 C, but during the afternoon it cooled off considerably, the wind was very strong and there was a light shower of rain.
Albers wraps up unbelievable season

Albers wraps up unbelievable season

It's been one of the most memorable years of his life. Before the 2013 baseball season started, there was no guarantee Andrew Albers would begin the season as high as AAA with the Rochester Red Wings.
Niesink new Dir. of Business Development

Niesink new Dir. of Business Development

The City of North Battleford has announced that Jennifer Niesink has been hired as its new Director of Business Development. She has been Executive Director of the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre for the past three years.
Fred Light Service Station gets high octane boost

Fred Light Service Station gets high octane boost

The joint project with the Battlefords Vintage Automobile Club, the Fred Light Museum and the Town of Battleford has received a real shot in the arm from another community group.
North Battleford man wanted in Lloydminster

North Battleford man wanted in Lloydminster

Lloydminster RCMP are warning of a North Battleford man in the area considered armed and dangerous.
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