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Enhanced living for seniors

A group of concerned individuals in the Battlefords are looking to establish an "enhanced living facility" for the Battlefords' senior community.

Excellence in modern jazz

It was another night to remember in North Battleford. Tuesday night, at our beautiful Chapel Gallery, three of Canada's finest jazz musicians wove magic with two hours of delectable jazz improvisation.

Thoughts on changes to Old Age Security

The federal government, with all its supposed intelligence, with all its bureaucrats, with all its research capabilities, comes up with a real "wowser" in its budget regarding seniors.
Man still mssing

Man still mssing

The Battlefords RCMP are still looking forJames Turgeon, 22. Turgeon was last seen April 17 at 1 p.m. leaving his Battlefords residence on foot.
Affinity staff raise $104,000 for United Way

Affinity staff raise $104,000 for United Way

Affinity Credit Union held a lasagna and salad supper, catered by Oven Scents, and an information meeting at the community centre in Dalmeny April 24.

Spring has sprung at your Library

The weather is warming up and tulips are poking their heads out of the ground and people are starting to think about being outside in the yard. The library has lots of great materials that you can use to get your yard looking its best.
Smoke smell

Smoke smell

North Battleford Fire and Emergency Service were called to Valley View Towers 2 Thursday evening, as residents smelled smoke coming from one of the suites.

Family welcomed to Saginaw district

Welcome to Borden - Steve Hughes, Stephanie Siebert and daughter Mearah are renting the Anglican rectory in Borden.

Alta. election results far-reaching

Dear Editor The results of the Alberta election will keep analysts busy for a long time. They will study why and how pre-election polls are taken and when results should be made public.
Love louder than bullying

Love louder than bullying

Love was louder than bullying last week at Maidstone schools. Pink Shirt Day was held Friday. The shirts were ordered weeks ago and arrived a few days before the big day.
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