Battlefords News-Optimist

Just one year into the program, Battlefords Union Hospital's obstetrical team is being honoured with the national recognition award for achievement in implementing the MOREOB patient safety program.

There has been a new scam occurring in Saskatchewan and the RCMP's F Division Economic Crime Program would like to inform the public and advise them on how to better protect themselves from falling victim to this new scam.

The University of Alaska Anchorage Seawolves' season came to an end March 16 when they were eliminated from the playoffs by St. Cloud State.

SIMPSON: In loving memory if Nellie Cornelia Simpson, Born 1914 in Edam, Sask., passed away peacefully March 16th in Victoria BC. Predeceased by her husband Bob in 1977 and her siblings John Hanterman, Kitty Moran and Jean Olsen.

Easter is almost upon us, and if you haven't done your baking yet, no worries. Stop by the Ukrainian Orthodox Church Ladies' Easter Bake Sale on Thursday, March 28 starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Co-op Mall.

CADRAIN: It is with great sadness that the family of Pauline Hazel Cadrain (nee Ward) announce her passing on March 15th, 2013, at the age of 76, due to complications from leukemia.

CURRIE, Patricia June (Rose) : Patricia Currie, Patsy to most who knew her, was born in North Vermilion on August 27th 1943. Her Grandmother Louisa Lizotte (who was a midwife back then) delivered her. Her proud parents were Edna and Karl Rose.

"I have this compulsion to make an impact; I feel the need to change things and make waves.

PELCHAT: In Loving Memory of Germain Joseph "Gerry" Pelchat born July 10, 1917 in Ponteix, SK. Passed away March 9, 2013 North Battleford, SK.

Dear Editor This is in response to the letter from Dave Kenkel (But is it really art? News-Optimist March 19). Everyone is entitled to their opinion and that is his. If he does not like tribute bands then by all means he should not go to them.