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Tanks for the memories

Tanks for the memories

The juxtaposition couldn't have been more striking. On the web page of the Stars and Stripes (www.stripes.com), the "U.S.
What will you be?

What will you be?

"My background is in design, decorating and photography, among other creative skills. Even as a child I didn't know what kind of an artist I would be but I knew I would be an artist.
Man charged in weapons-threats case released

Man charged in weapons-threats case released

A man facing weapons and uttering threats charges in connection to a March incident in North Battleford has been released under a number of strict conditions.

Why change computers every few years?

I sit here typing this as I have been asked this question about 10 times in the past week having not been asked it in months.

Art, music and a day to wear pink

The Battlefords are buzzing this coming week. Not only has spring tentatively arrived, there are events for art and music lovers, and a day to say "no" to bullying. For art lovers, there is a new exhibit at the Chapel Gallery in North Battleford.
Inmate at large

Inmate at large

An inmate of the Saskatchewan Provincial Correctional Centre has escaped lawful custody while being treated at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon.
Government grilled on Sask. Hospital

Government grilled on Sask. Hospital

The replacement for Saskatchewan Hospital proved a hot topic both inside and outside the legislature Monday. NDP opposition grilled the Sask.
Ministerial Association hosts 4th annual event

Ministerial Association hosts 4th annual event

The Battlefords Ministerial Association is hosting 4th Mayors' Prayer Breakfast in the Battlefords.
SANSREGRET

SANSREGRET

SANSREGRET - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie-Anne Victoria Sansregret, late of North Battleford, on March 24, 2013 at the age of 96 years. Marie-Anne was born on June 2, 1916 at Jackfish, Saskatchewan.

Catering to car culture on a step forward

Dear Editor In response to "My two cents worth " (News-Optimist, April 2) Parking is not a fundamental human right.
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