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Dog days of summer weather update

More interesting weather could be headed for the Northwest.The Weather Network reported Tuesday morning, severe thunderstorms are possible for this afternoon and evening over portions of Saskatchewan.

Set for softball provincials

The Flats will be filled with action on the weekend and some impressive softball. Battlefords Minor Softball and the Battlefords Bantam Bandits are hosting the Bantam B Provincial Championships.
Support given to Greater Battlefords Marketing Alliance

Support given to Greater Battlefords Marketing Alliance

The discussion was far longer than anticipated, but North Battleford has given its support to the proposed Greater Battlefords Marketing Alliance.
Debate on Heritage Park put off again

Debate on Heritage Park put off again

A proposed donation of city land for a First Nations heritage park has been pushed back again.
Another month of declines in crime stats

Another month of declines in crime stats

For the second month in a row, Battlefords RCMP detachment is reporting declines in several crime categories in the city. In numbers presented to North Battleford city council by Staff Sgt.
Aquatic centre costs a concern

Aquatic centre costs a concern

While anticipation grows about the opening of the Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre, there is also dread from local organizations about the costs of using it.

The Christian Taliban

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective
Pumping the pedals for a cause

Pumping the pedals for a cause

On June 16, the Saskatchewan Corrections Charity Bike Riders rode for the 13th time, raising money for charity.
Joining the team

Joining the team

The Battlefords North Stars announced earlier in the week that Michelle Beatty has joined the team as the new athletic therapist and trainer for the 2012-13 season.
CIF gives $3.8 million in grants province-wide

CIF gives $3.8 million in grants province-wide

The Community Initiatives Fund has awarded a total of $3.8 million in grants to Saskatchewan communities. The CIF is a special purpose fund created through the Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation Act and governed by a volunteer board.
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