Battlefords News-Optimist

The city got a small dose of reality after a few months of statistics showing progress by Battlefords City RCMP Detachment in the fight on crime.

Rent control and Saskatchewan Hospital were two topics on the mind of the leader of the opposition during a recent stop in the Battlefords.

It all started back in September. We were waiting for my son's homeschooling curriculum to arrive in the mail and it was late.

KNOTT: Ralph Edwin Knott passed away peacefully at his home in Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at the age of 88 years.

As we finally have joined the rest of this province in getting somewhat damp, I know that anyone who is trying to grow something around here has been happy to see good old Mother Nature finally getting around to moistening our parched soil.

WYATT: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard James Wyatt at the age of 58. He was born June 4, 1952 at North Battleford, SK and passed away May 28, 2011 at Neilburg, SK.

The North Saskatchewan River is on the rise and Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Steinborn is warning residents about dangerous conditions on the waterway.

June is a time to celebrate a new season, the end of a school year and the accomplishments of staff and students. Maidstone High School held their end of year honour assembly and activity and academic awards Wednesday.

Though my desk is usually less than tidy, I don't neglect my keyboard.

A North Battleford man has been charged following multiple disturbances in the city Thursday night.