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Battlefords News Optimist

Tax freedom a hazy concept

Dear Editor, The Fraser Institute calculates June 6 was Tax Freedom Day "when Canadians start working for themselves after paying off the total tax bill imposed on them by all levels of government." There are biased word choices here.

Child struck by vehicle

A child appears to be uninjured following a motor vehicle collision Tuesday evening. The incident took place at the intersection of 107th Street and 15th Avenue around 8:40 p.m.
Former North Stars moving on in hockey careers

Former North Stars moving on in hockey careers

Trades, additions and subtractions are a way of life for a junior hockey team.
Michael Soloski, citizen of the year

Michael Soloski, citizen of the year

Sherri Solomko submitted the following in her bid to have Michael Solski honoured as Unity's Citizen of the Year. Solski was presented the award at a banquet and program June 4 during Unity's Western Days.

Market swings into a new season

Paynton Farmers' Market opened their doors Tuesday to many new faces as well as the loyal customers of past years. The market was filled with beautiful booth presentations from all of the vendors, each one with different fare.

Accident claims life

The community was saddened to learn of an accident that claimed the life of Richard (Rick) James Wyatt May 28, while making a delivery of anhydrous ammonia.
Brewer and Twins moving to the top

Brewer and Twins moving to the top

Some teams are already at the halfway point of their schedules while others are just digging in, but the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League standings are now starting to take shape.
Huber goes the distance for N.B. Beavers

Huber goes the distance for N.B. Beavers

It has to be a good sign when your starting pitcher strikes out four batters in the first inning. The North Battleford Beavers' Aaron Huber did that Wednesday night against the St. Walburg Reds. The St.

Brewer and Twins moving to the top

Some teams are already at the halfway point of their schedules while others are just digging in, but the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League standings are now starting to take shape.

Eliminating waste and creating value in PNHR

Prairie North Health Region continues to "LEAN in the Right Direction" in eliminating waste, creating value and improving efficiency in its health care services and programs, according to a press release.