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Battlefords News Optimist

Moose meets unfortunate end

An update on the Christmas moose in Borden - it was starting to become bothersome around town and, since it seemed to have an injury, the Department of Natural Resources had it put down Dec. 26.
Hamilton welcomes 2012

Hamilton welcomes 2012

Mayor Ian Hamilton cited several areas of progress in North Battleford as he welcomed in 2012 at city council Monday. Hamilton began the meeting with brief remarks to welcome the New Year.

Tigers trip up Eagles in NSRHL

Who would've guess a team sitting in sixth place would beat the undefeated first place team? The Turtleford Tigers maybe would have, as they beat St. Walburg 5-3 Saturday on home ice to move to 4-7-1 on the season.

What kind of winter is this?

What kind of winter is this? I know that we could have lots of snow and cold yet to come but this is unbelievable. Yes, we do have some snow and there are a few snowmobiles moving about but mostly on the lake.

Deadlock at the top

After nine games, the Battleford Beaver Blues and Maymont Settlers have the same record, they are 1-1 against each other and ultimately that means the Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League is setting up for an exciting final month of the regular season.
Funspiel draws six rinks

Funspiel draws six rinks

The Blaine Lake Community Association (BLCA) hosted its annual Wayne Horner open spiel Jan. 8 with six rinks registered. The funspiel is held annually in memory of Wayne Horner, who was instrumental in establishing the BLCA.
Heidt rink wins senior men's spiel

Heidt rink wins senior men's spiel

If you didn't get enough food and festivity during the Julian calendar Christmas celebrations in December, or the Ukrainian Christmas celebrations the first weekend in January, you can always whoop it up for Ukrainian New Year's this weekend.
2012 predictions from my neighbour Ed

2012 predictions from my neighbour Ed

Ed, my neighbour next door, describes Christmas as his gear down time and New Year's Eve a full speed forward time. Having applied the brakes to Christmas spending, Ed takes great satisfaction in his annual New Year's Eve party.

Dance, dance, wherever you may be

This weekend will see the Battlefords having another house concert - Random Acts of Dancing.
B'ford water passes the test

B'ford water passes the test

Drink up, the water's fine. As per Saskatchewan Environmental requirements, the Town of Battleford has released its annual notice to consumers concerning drinking water quality and compliance.