Battlefords News-Optimist

Some Battleford residents are obviously very conscientious when it comes to doing their part to conserve water. Already this year, calls have been made to Town Hall complaining about people watering on the wrong day.

A few years ago I enjoyed an article written by John Ireland in the Calgary Herald, telling the story of a certain rose-coloured jam pot owned by Frank McKitrick, a retired teacher, who at the time was an organist choir leader at the Knox United Chur

The Town of Battleford will be looking into getting some more visibility for its attractions, starting with the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, through highway signs like those seen in other communities.

Have you ever smiled sweetly at a store clerk with a blank or baffled expression, and then provided a completely inappropriate response to the clerk's query? Have you had your spouse grumble because the television is turned up too loud? If you've eve

Consumers in Saskatchewan and Alberta have lodged complaints against Rock Solid Kitchens, based in North Battleford, alleging $112,000 worth of unfulfilled contracts.

I see the first true sign that spring has arrived - dandelions in bloom! Which means the lawn maintenance season has just begun. Maintaining a lawn requires three essential ingredients: proper watering, mowing and fertility. This week: Watering.

Prairie North Health Region is about to undergo its fourth Regional Accreditation survey, scheduled for May 27 - 31, according to a press release.

According to a press release, Battlefords Community Players is embarking on a repair and construction project this summer, thanks to the generosity and support of local businesses who have recently entered into partnership agreements with the 60-year

The North Battleford Fire Department, Battleford Fire Department and the RCMP responded to a mixed grass and brush fire Saturday that was extinguished with the help of local farmers. The call came in at 3:51 p.m.

The Prince Albert Parkland Regional Health Authority (PAPHA) held its regular meeting April 24 at Blaine Lake Memorial Hall.