Battlefords News-Optimist

STAKIW, Joseph of Saskatoon and formerly of Maidstone, died Jan 22, 2012 at Sechelt, B.C. He was predeceased by his first wife, Thelma.

A general manager has been selected and the members of the arm's length governance board have been named to oversee the running of the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts.

PALMER: Herbert Horace Palmer of Turtleford passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2012 at the age of 88 years. Herb Palmer was born on the homestead beside Stony Lake.

Some major changes and renovations could come to North Battleford City Hall in the next few years. A space planning study was commissioned by the City from Group2 Architecture Engineering Inc.

After splitting their first two games, it didn't appear the Battlefords North Stars would come back with more than two points from their weekend road trip, as they headed into the final period of their three-game in three-night span.

A woman, who has gone missing from Blaine Lake Care Home, was last seen Friday, Jan. 27 at about 1:30 p.m. Rose Brass, age 31, left the care home that day at about 12:15 p.m. and waslast seen at GasPlus in Blaine Lake.

The forth draw of the New Horizons spring curling season was completed Jan. 24. The Rogers rink is leading after winning all of their games. Close behind are Gordey, Hall and Scott, who all have only one loss.

North Battleford council has given its stamp of approval to the establishment of 58 bus stops as part of the overhaul of the city's transit system. The bus stops were approved Jan. 23.

For the first time this season, the Battlefords AAA Sharks scored more than two goals in a game, unfortunately the Prince Albert Bears doubled them for an 8-4 win Wednesday.

There was cause for celebration at Battleford Town Council Jan. 23, as the Town gave awards to employees and volunteers for long records of service. Twelve volunteers and employees earned awards for service.