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Fransoo makes WHL playoff début

Let the playoffs begin.

Prepare for the meltdown

In case the temperatures ever get up to seasonal norms, the City of North Battleford is offering some tips for dealing with the meltdown.
Respect the power of words and choose carefully

Respect the power of words and choose carefully

Words strung together into phrases can have such power. They can swirl in a person's head for years if they sting deep enough or they can provide a lingering reminder of love or strength.
More exercise myths revealed

More exercise myths revealed

I could probably write about exercise myths every week. There are so many misconceptions, misunderstands and un-truths out there.
Locals set to hit Whistler slopes

Locals set to hit Whistler slopes

The Northwest has many great landscapes and parks, but perhaps the hidden gem of the area is Table Mountain Regional Park.
Student spells her way to northern title

Student spells her way to northern title

Glaslyn Central School's Hannah Pilat became the Saskatoon StarPhoenix Regional Champion March 19 when she won the Postmedia Canspell spelling bee for Northern Saskatchewan.

Lights out for Earth Hour

The City of North Battleford recognizes the importance of raising awareness about the global issue of climate change, according to a City press release.

Highway roll overs

A single vehicle roll over east of Denholm sent two people to Battlefords Union Hospital with minor injuries, March 21. The vehicle was about one mile east of Denholm on Highway 16 east when the driver lost control.
Relay for Life takes a hiatus

Relay for Life takes a hiatus

In January, there is an urge to start planning the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Unity has hosted six relays and shared hosting with Wilkie last year.
St. Patrick's Day done up green

St. Patrick's Day done up green

The annual meeting of the Maymont Hall Committee was held March 16. The new president is Mel Deagnon. Vice-president is Neil Milman and secretary/treasurer Jay Babineau remains on the executive. The community of Ruddell held a St.