Battlefords News Optimist

It is funny sometimes what I take for granted.

This province is home to many who like to read and many talented, award winning and recognizable writers. Saskatchewan Library Week will be celebrated in libraries across the province Oct. 17 to 24. This year the theme is "Read Local.

The plethora of fallen leaves is leaving no doubt we are into fall. But with warm temperatures adding to the beauty, we can enjoy this autumn season.

Mega-Volley has come and gone for another year in Maidstone. The popular tournament is played on courts in the Maidstone arena, the high school and the elementary gyms. The first weekend is for senior play and the second is for junior.

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective

PERREY: It is with deep sorrow and regret that we inform you of the death of Lorraine Marie Perrey (nee Manegre). Here death is mourned by her five children, Marjorie, Jocelyn, James, Kenneth and Sandra - 3 grandchildren.

The Battlefords North Stars are in the middle of a five-game road stretch and entering Tuesday's game in Nipawin they were 3-0 on the road. They are perfect on the road no more.

As of Thursday evening, just four games remained in the North Battleford Touch Football League and final league standings are still yet to be determine. The Rhinos all but locked up second place with a win Tuesday over the Broncos with a 42-12 score.

The St. Walburg detachment of the RCMP is investigating a fatal industrial accident 30 kilometres north of Glaslyn along Highway 4. Late Wednesday afternoon, RCMP in Turtleford received a 911 call to go to an asphalt plant north of Glaslyn.

As individuals we may falter, but united we can accomplish big things. That is the message of the Battlefords United Way during October, United Way Month.