Battlefords News-Optimist

SEMENIUK, HELEN: In loving memory of Helen Semeniuk who was born February 18, 1945 at Lorenzo, SK. She passed away peacefully on December 11, 2012 in the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 67 years.

A boot to the man who believes he is a good dog owner by diligently walking his dog every day at 5:30 a.m.

BARDWELL: It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Millicent (Mickey, Millie) Bardwell (nee Morgan) of North Battleford, Saskatchewan on Sunday December 2, 2012.

DUBRULE: In Loving Memory of Janice Beth Dubrule who was born July 17, 1957 at North Battleford, SK and passed away Dec. 8, 2012 at Saskatoon, SK. Left to cherish Janice's memory: her sons: Ken and Lyle; her mother, Mrs.

Two years ago, a debate raged in the public school system and the media on whether educational assistants should be largely replaced by "more professional supports" such as educational psychologists, speech pathologists and English as an additional l

The Battlefords Midget Stars were fit to be tied for much of this past week. They drew 3-3 against the Beardy's Blackhawks and again with Notre Dame Hounds by the same score, before managing a 3-1 win Sunday afternoon.

WILLIAMS - Mr. Allan Robert Williams, late of North Battleford, passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2012 at the age of 64 years.

It was a tight one Sunday afternoon at the Battleford Arena as the Bantam AA Battlefords Barons ended up drawing the North East Wolfpack at 2-2. It was a rough and tumble affair with both teams having their opportunities on the afternoon.

YEO : James Fisher Yeo, Born October 20, 1930 in North Battleford, SK. Passed away December 6, 2012 in North Battleford, SK. Jim leaves his loving wife of 62 years, Cauline Yeo.

Undoubtedly, readers of the News-Optimist have heard about the tragedy in Sandy Hook, Conn. by now. An armed gunman entered a school and killed a total of 20 children, six adults and finally, himself.