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Major waits on word of school's future

Major waits on word of school's future

Residents of the Major area will find out Jan. 21 if their 49-student school will be removed from under the cloud of possible closure, or if the process of reviewing the school's viability will continue.
Grant for Wade Belak event

Grant for Wade Belak event

The City of North Battleford Parks and Recreation Committee has found a way to address a request for a break on rent at a Civic Centre charity event. The event is a Jan.
A message from Lt. Gov. Vaughn Scofield

A message from Lt. Gov. Vaughn Scofield

It is a great pleasure to bring you greetings as we celebrate this special season. I am deeply honoured to serve as the lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan, and especially to begin my term during the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
North Stars head into holiday break with a loss

North Stars head into holiday break with a loss

It wasn't the best way to end the 2012 portion of the schedule for the Battlefords North Stars.
A message from Premier Brad Wall

A message from Premier Brad Wall

During the holidays, many of us spend time worrying about gifts ... trying to find that perfect gift for people we love. I want to do something different this year in the Christmas message.
Special council meeting on insurance contract

Special council meeting on insurance contract

It turned out there was one more city council meeting left in 2012 after all. A special council meeting was held Monday at North Battleford City Hall.
From John Nilson, leader of the Opposition

From John Nilson, leader of the Opposition

Hello, I'm John Nilson, Leader of the New Democratic Party Caucus in the Saskatchewan Legislature. It is easy to be distracted by how busy the holidays can be, but my wish for all of you is a joyful festive season spent with those you love most.
Police sieze counterfeit merchandise

Police sieze counterfeit merchandise

Over the last two weeks members of Regina Border Integrity Section four Search and Seizure operations on different businesses operating in the Regina area.

Idle No More comes to Battlefords

A major national protest made its way though the Battlefords Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 19. The Idle No More movement held a march down the streets of North Battleford around 4 p.m.
Hold on a little longer and a little tighter.

Hold on a little longer and a little tighter.

Empty chairs at the dining table are even more obvious at this time of year. Even spaces empty for years tug a little harder at the heart as traditions continue and families grow without special members.
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