Battlefords News-Optimist

The fourth annual Northwest School Division Battle of the Bands music festival was held in Maidstone this week before an appreciative and enthusiastic audience.

Have you ever been so passionate about an experience or organization that it draws you to share your story or support the cause? Many of us have been touched by a health condition or event that captures our hearts.

The future of Saskatchewan's only biosphere reserve is in jeopardy, after all of its federal funding was cut in the latest federal budget.

Eleven UCHS athletes travelled to provincials the first weekend of June. Although athletes were not able to hit the podium there were some personal bests and the coaches were proud of all achievements.

Speers and District United Church ladies held their Mother's Day tea, bake and plant sale in the recreation hall May 19 and enjoyed a good turnout. Denise Taylor had a good variety of plants for sale and did well on her sales.

A salute to those who keep their garbage sealed, so it will not blow around. A boot to those that do not and a certain North Battleford business should take note.

Heading into North Saskatchewan River Baseball League action Thursday evening, three of the four teams from Lloydminster held the top three spots in the standings.

The Highway 4 construction project through Battleford is an ongoing work in progress. A traffic advisory earlier this week indicated a detour would be set up Wednesday, but that directive has now been changed to Friday.

The subject of criminal record checks for councillors was on the agenda again, this time at a June 4 town council meeting.

North Battleford City Manager Jim Toye has been recognized by his peers for long municipal service.