Battlefords News-Optimist

For as long as I can remember, I've been intrigued, annoyed, confused, exhilarated, enraged - any or all of the above - by politics.

Local musicians Lana Quinn and Byron Olsen are set to release their new CD, Firefly. Quinn's soprano voice and 36 string harp have been featured at many local events and concerts over the years. She has recorded two CDs of original songs.

The galleries would like to hear from you! Wednesday, Nov. 23 from 3 to 7 p.m., the Chapel Gallery will host a public consultation about the ArtWalk project.

The senior girls' 4A regional volleyball tournament for the north was held in Maidstone Nov. 12. Teams were Maidstone, Hague, La Loche, Makwa Sahgaiehcan, Martensville and Spiritwood. The day began with round robin play followed by the playoffs.

Four individuals face charges following a drug bust at a residence on 109th Street in North Battleford. Nov. 13, RCMP executed a search warrant on the residence on the 1300 block of 109th Street.

After winning in Swift Current, the Battlefords Midget Stars looked for their second win of the season, as they hosted the Beardy's Blackhawks Wednesday at the North Battleford Civic Centre.

'Tis the season to spread warmth and good cheer through the joy of music which also means 'tis the season to look forward to another Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival.

North Battleford Fire and Emergency Services responded to a carbon monoxide alarm Friday. The incident happened in the 1900 block of 101st Street around 1:10 p.m. One apparatus and three fire personnel responded to the scene.

Reclaim Outreach Centre has moved a step towards establishing a homeless shelter in North Battleford.

The Battlefords North Stars haven't won in regulation since Nov. 5, but on the other hand they have lost in regulation just once their last 12 games.