Battlefords News-Optimist

I would like to thank Battlefords Publishing (Becky Doig) for the lovely dinner we had Oct. 20. It was enjoyable and nice to meet fellow correspondents.

Many thanks to editor Becky Doig and the staff of Battlefords Publishing for inviting us to attend a Celebrate the Harvest luncheon and tour of the New-Optimist. Some years ago I had toured this locale and always enjoy it.

Dear Editor When is enough, enough? Taking our planet for granted is reflected in our children's attitudes or behaviours when it comes to Halloween.

LESSARD, Mary Ruby Lessard April 7, 1933 - October 31, 2011. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ruby Lessard on October 31, 2011 in the Battlefords Union Hospital.

The North Saskatchewan River Hockey League is back for another season, as the St. Walburg Eagles look to defend their league title with some notable players gone from their championship roster.

FOULDS - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Keith Foulds, late of North Battleford, on October 29, 2011 at the age of 73 years.

In one of my recent articles I wrote about some of my beliefs regarding the need for society to adopt a Bill of Responsibilities that parallels our Bill of Rights since without this there is no protection for the greater rights of society that outwei

Sept. 24 the president of Notre Dame CWL took part in the annual Walk For Life, supported by pledges from members and the parish. Sept. 24, two members helped serve coffee and cupcakes at a birthday party for residents at Battlefords District Care.

Catch the 10 Whist was played Oct. 17 at Maidstone Drop In Centre with lunch provided by Hettie Richardson, assisted by Jean Stewart. High score went to Lil McMillan and low to Jean Hartman. Bingo was played Oct.

After falling to 0-13 on the season, the Battlefords Midget Stars finally snapped their losing streak with a 5-4 win in Swift Current against the eighth place Legionnaires.