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Communication a tricky problem in the information age

There are times when it is not always easy to decide what to write up for these submissions of mine.
North return from the south with win

North return from the south with win

For some the annual southern road trips in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League are less than desirable.
Curling centre leaves impression on Northland Power

Curling centre leaves impression on Northland Power

The opening of the new curling centre in North Battleford was a big moment not only for area curlers but also for its title sponsor, Northland Power.
HENDERSON:

HENDERSON:

HENDERSON: In Loving Memory of William James Henderson who was born February 28, 1927 at Moose Jaw, SK and passed away October 17, 2012 at Battleford, SK.

CETA will deepen trade deficit

Dear Editor At an August conference, a senator from France perplexedly asked why Canadians export raw resources. He does not understand why we "rip and ship" resources rather than exporting profitable value-added goods.

CUPlex reporting lacks balance

Dear Editor Last week and entire front page of the second section of the paper was entirely dedicated to a concert to be given at the Dekker Centre. And so, the Friday, Oct.
Students recognized for involvement

Students recognized for involvement

John Paul II Collegiate hosts multiple clubs for students to get involved in. During period 2.5 last week, students were recognized for being a part of clubs and were called down during an assembly to show they are part of a group or team.
BUH employees win 20th anniversary prize

BUH employees win 20th anniversary prize

Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH) Admitting staff were busy, quietly doing their various duties on the morning of Oct. 24.

Combining for the World Children Food Bank

You hear of odd things happening to break the world records in the Guiness Book of World Records. Here is one close to home that we got to see in Dalmeny Oct.
Flu shot clinics resume

Flu shot clinics resume

Prairie North Health Region is resuming its influenza immunization clinics, according to the clinics' original schedule.
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