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Business broken into

A business on the 1100 block of 100th Street was broken into overnight June 25. The front door of a business located on the 100 block of 22nd Street in Battleford was shattered sometime overnight June 25.

Small town beat an opportunity to grow

I was lucky enough to ask people to smile. It has been an amazing nine years for me. I took a risk with a part time job and every day since I've been so grateful for the opportunity.
City taking aim at mosquitoes, dandelions

City taking aim at mosquitoes, dandelions

City Hall has its eye out on two pests that are becoming more and more evident in recent weeks - dandelions and mosquitoes. Councillor Don Buglas brought up both at the council meeting June 25, in response to inquiries from the public.
More rainouts in River League

More rainouts in River League

Mother Nature's antics during the past week have made it difficult for anyone to be outside and that includes the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League teams.
End mindless eating

End mindless eating

Ok, we all know what this is. Call it what you like mindless, pointless, empty calories. Here are some tips to eliminate these tiny calories that can add up to several pounds each year. 1) Never eat while you're standing.
PNHR facilities affected by storm

PNHR facilities affected by storm

The massive storm that hit the Battlefords especially severely Monday night disrupted power through the whole community and Prairie North Health Region facilities, including the Battlefords Union Hospital, had power disrupted.
Three generations on the fast track

Three generations on the fast track

The Deagnon racing family has now reached three generations. Yes, Mel Deagnon did something other than play musical instruments and sing.

Battleford detour

Southbound traffic approaching the Town of Battleford from the North Saskatchewan River Bridge on Highway 4 will be diverted to a U-turn on Highway 16, west of Town Friday.
Awards honour student achievements

Awards honour student achievements

John Paul II's annual awards night took place June 14t.
Battle River watershed bike tour finishes at Fort Battleford

Battle River watershed bike tour finishes at Fort Battleford

On June 21, a five-day, 550-kilometre journey came to an end at Fort Battleford.
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