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Battlefords News Optimist

Town receives increased revenue-sharing money

Town receives increased revenue-sharing money

When the provincial government announced the per capita cost of RCMP would increase for communities under 5,000, the same press release stressed the government's contributions to municipalities through revenue-sharing would also increase.
Jets are NSRHL champs

Jets are NSRHL champs

For the first time in the history of the North Saskatchewan River Hockey League the Maidstone Jets have earned the right to hoist the league trophy.

Help make a difference

Battlefords United Way is putting out the call for board members.

District deputy visits in April

Dorothea Hocher brought the St. Walburg Royal Purple March meeting to order by wishing all a happy St. Patrick's Day. Many "secret friend" parcels were left for pick up. Twenty-three members signed the register.
Achieving new growth from old roots

Achieving new growth from old roots

Ed, my neighbour next door, recently joked, "What do you call a farmer who lives in town?" Without waiting for my reply he answered, "A townhouse commuter." Ed is a farmer who lives in town and drives out to his farm.
Official opening of Borden Care Home addition

Official opening of Borden Care Home addition

The Borden Care Home addition was officially opened March 16. Chair of the board Craig Hamilton welcomed everyone.

Jam and potluck supper coming up Saturday

Are you ready yet? Remember Maymont's first jam and potluck supper March 24 at Maymont Memorial Hall. Doors open at 4 p.m., supper at 6 p.m. We hope to have all your favorite musicians at this event. Come join us, everyone welcome.

Vandals' dedication 'admired'

Dear Editor Sincere kudos to the lovely folks who recently caused $60,000 to $65,000 damage to the new CUPlex facility March 18. I continue to be astounded by community spirit shown by some of our more "dedicated" citizens.

Snowbirds and feathered birds returning with the coming of spring

Spring has sprung! Well the grass is not quite riz but the birdies are back. Along with sightings of crows and a goose it is good to see Al and Jan Richter back from Arizona and Jake and Cecilia Krahn back from Yuma as well.
NBCHS takes home six medals from provincial skills competition

NBCHS takes home six medals from provincial skills competition

Six students from NBCHS won medals in the 14th Annual Skills Canada Provincial Competition that took place March 15-16 in Regina. Micah Fedorchuk earned gold for welding. His welding teacher is Mr. Nickel.