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Realtors proposals in election campaign

Realtors in Saskatchewan have weighed in with their thoughts on the election campaign. The Association of Saskatchewan Realtors is commenting on the issue of affordable housing.
Health centre sparkles for festival of trees

Health centre sparkles for festival of trees

Santa's red and purple elves were back at it again this week in Maidstone. The Royal Eccentric Dynamic Hatters added a lot of glimmer and glitz to the atrium of the Maidstone Health Complex in preparation for their Festival of Trees later this month.

Class of '64 reunited

People always ask, "So what is new in Rabbit Lake?" Well there is always something happening in and around the village if you take the time to look for it. Earlier in the month some of the class of '64 had a reunion in North Battleford.
Finding inspiration

Finding inspiration

Everyone needs motivation and inspiration to succeed. Not only in exercise, but also in everyday life. Keeping inspiration in daily life can help you stay focused on your fitness goals. Here are some great ways to find inspiration in your life.

Prospective physicians tour communities

Site visits for two potential physicians were organized in October by North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings. Board members were advised at a regular meeting Oct. 17 of visits Oct.
Quiet Halloween enjoyed by spooks and goblins

Quiet Halloween enjoyed by spooks and goblins

Halloween was quiet in our community. The weather was favourable so most kids took to the streets after school in this annual tradition.
Battlefords AAA Sharks look for new coach

Battlefords AAA Sharks look for new coach

Battlefords AAA Sharks head coach Jean Fauchon resigned Tuesday and will no longer be serving as the team's bench boss. After meeting with the players, Fauchon along with his assistant coaches Sean Fauchon and Glenn Heidt have cut ties with the team.
Wall rallies the troops in the Battlefords

Wall rallies the troops in the Battlefords

The final week of the provincial election race in the Northwest area saw the Saskatchewan Party bring in the premier to help them try to complete a sweep of the region.
Bids lively in CUPlex auction

Bids lively in CUPlex auction

There's now a new way to help the Credit Union CUPlex fundraising committee meet its fundraising goal of $10 million. Their "Reach for the Top Online Auction" is underway. It started Wednesday and runs until Wednesday, Nov.

Fly a red ribbon for a safe holiday season

Fly a red ribbon this holiday season. Battlefords and Area MADD chapter have launched their annual Project Red Ribbon, a campaign designed to combat impaired driving during the holidays.
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