Battlefords News-Optimist

Issues of whether to allow Northwest Community Futures to build a new building in the vicinity of Frontier Mall - and larger implications of how that might impact the downtown core - were front and centre at a special informational meeting of North B

For kids, hockey is more than just a game. From the first time they lace up their skates, hockey helps teach the importance of positive attitude, teamwork, dedication, and most of all, how to have fun.

Operation Crossroads, which took place across the province Aug. 22 and 23, was the second safety blitz to focus on the issue of intersection safety.

The passenger side window of a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, parked on the 1200 block of 111th Street in North Battleford Aug. 27, was smashed. Aug.

KOZLOWSKI: In Loving Memory of Caroline Clara Kozlowski who was born January 15, 1928 at Macklin, SK and passed away August 16, 2012 at North Battleford, SK.

Hurricane Isaac hit landfall Tuesday night, but Saskatchewan-based storm chaser Greg Johnson wasn't there to cover it.

Here we are again, back with our nose to the grindstone. Before I begin to get into the letter I really want to take the opportunity to thank all the editors and publishers who do take the time and make space available to publish this letter.

Senses were brought to life from the smells, tastes and textures of the menu items from a gourmet supper fundraiser held at Blaine Lake Gospel Chapel Aug. 25. Eighteen guests purchased tickets in support of the church's fundraising efforts.

It's time to get things caught up as I have been busy and away for most of the summer. Congratulations to the May trip of the month winner, Sandra Clarke and Terrell and Leah Cole who won $100.00.

Glenburn Regional Park hosted an appreciation barbeque for the Good Sam group who gave a facelift to the concession booth this summer. All help is greatly appreciated.