Battlefords News-Optimist

A new service is now available for those seeking medical treatment in the Battlefords. A walk-in clinic, the CBI Health Centre, has been set up inside the mall at the location currently occupied by CBI Physical Rehabilitation Centre.

Deputy Fire Chief Robin Tomaz travelled to Weyburn Saturday morning to assist local officials in managing their flood crisis.

One championship season is an accomplishment on the baseball diamond, but for one group of players from Lashburn one championship wasn't enough.

After a three-day spring rain, the sun smiled on parishioners and guests as they emerged from the Descent of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Hafford where a service marked the 75th anniversary of the parish June 19.

Dear Editor I am interested in the latest information to and from city council regarding rating of property taxes comparing North Battleford to like communities. I live in a 972 square foot condo and my property taxes are just over $2,100.

Two Lashburn men have been charged after a drug raid in Lashburn June 18. Charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking is Dean Harder. Pernell Harder was also charged with several counts of unsafe storage of firearms.

The Neilburg Bowling Association held their awards banquet and annual meeting recently. The wind-up raised more than $2,000 for the organization through dinner tickets, silent auction, bake table, 50/50 draw and selling the leftover meat.

PEPPINCK: Agnes Mary (nee Nelson) April 26, 1922 - June 17, 2011 It is with sadness that we share the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister. Agnes was born to Harriet & Harry Nelson in Battleford, Saskatchewan.

Most Canadians don't give a thought to the absurdity of flushing their toilets with clean drinking water.

The mother of one of the six people killed by a drunk driver in the horrific 2004 Canada Day crash in Cochin wants to warn the public about the driver's release.