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The tragic passing of a friendly face

He was one of the few to reach the NHL and live his dream, and Wade Belak did it with smile on his face the entire time.
Lace them up

Lace them up

For the first time since the 1980s the Battlefords Skating Club will be hosting a competition. The STARSkate Competition is a three-day provincial championship featuring the best youth skaters Saskatchewan has to offer.
Opera house project moves to Stage II

Opera house project moves to Stage II

After a well-attended public consultation and performance event at the Opera House in Battleford, the Historic Opera House Restoration Project is moving to Stage II. Stage I of the project, the open house at the opera house, took place Dec.
DEYELL:

DEYELL:

DEYELL: With deep sadness, the family announces the passing of Don Deyell on Jaunary 14, 2012 at North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Jean; Jean's family, Don's cousins and friends.

4-H trip a legitimate learning experience

Dear Editor In reference to "4-H trip disappoints supporters" (Regional Optimist Feb.

Check out what's hot at the library

The Maidstone Library Board held their annual holiday supper and January meeting Jan. 12. The group discussed activities held so far this winter and plans for the next few months.

Pull on a toque and face the world.

When the snow and the wind and the cold finally set in I don't really want to go anywhere at all, except maybe the couch and into the pages of a book.
AA Barons report

AA Barons report

AA Atom - The AA atoms Barons are hot and it showed after the team hosted and won the Battlefords Barons' Blast tournament last weekend.
Hockey Day in Saskatchewan is set to go

Hockey Day in Saskatchewan is set to go

A province's pride, history and future will be on display across Saskatchewan, as hockey communities everywhere celebrate SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan.
Relay for Life team hosts wing night

Relay for Life team hosts wing night

A wing night fundraiser was held at the Maymont Hotel Jan. 14. Thank you, everyone for attending. All proceeds raised will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society on behalf of the "United to Fight for Cancer" Relay for Life team.
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