Battlefords News-Optimist

The much needed rain in the Northwest is welcomed by all, but it has thrown a wrench into the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League schedule.

Once again Ken Pearson went back to a talent pool he is familiar with, the Manitoba Midget AAA Hockey League, to sign some future North Stars.

Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association 4-H Expo for 2011 came to an end Monday night after the 159th steer left the sale ring. It was three hectic days of friendly competition, hard work and a lot of 4-H fun.

Saturday marked the three-year anniversary of the Prime Minister Stephen Harper's apology, on behalf of Canadians, to the 150,000 aboriginals who suffered in this country's residential school system.

WHITWELL: With unimaginable pain we announce the sudden and tragic death of our beloved son, Michael LLoyd Charles Whitwell on May 21-2011.

BOULTON: In Loving Memory of Erwin Leland Boulton who was born February 28, 1936 at North Battleford, SK and passed away May 27, 2011 at North Battleford, SK.

I usually don't write about gift giving ideas for Mother's Day, because most people are aware of how to make this day work, and know what to give for gifts.

BOULTON: Erwin Leland It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, dad, grandpa and friend. Erwin passed away May 27th at Battlefords Union Hospital. The funeral was held at the Battleford United Church on June 1st.

DUCHSCHERER: It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Duchscherer announce his peaceful passing on Tuesday June 7, 2011 at River Heights Lodge at the age of 87.

Dressed in glittering gowns, pressed tuxedoes, corsages, high heels, high tops and even a couple of cowboy hats, the Maidstone High School Class of 2011 celebrated their graduation Saturday.