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Reduction of false alarm responses highlight of B'ford’s 2022 fire report

Reduction of false alarm responses highlight of B'ford’s 2022 fire report

Wildfires are down, but traffic incidents are up, according to the report.
All in the family, Kerrobert doctor joined by daughter in his rural practice

All in the family, Kerrobert doctor joined by daughter in his rural practice

The KLD foundation, representing communities of Kerrobert, Luseland and Dodsland, was instrumental in finding an additional doctor for Kerrobert Health Centre.
Town of Battleford finalizes 2023 budget tax increase

Town of Battleford finalizes 2023 budget tax increase

The increase includes a two per cent increase for land taxes and no changes in the mill rate which remains at 3.75
Battleford wayfinding project draws closer to a spring implementation

Battleford wayfinding project draws closer to a spring implementation

About 90 signs are expected to be installed in the North Saskatchewan River Valley, serving as visual markers to help people from getting lost.
Maidstone and District News: Service club co-operation earns award

Maidstone and District News: Service club co-operation earns award

Maidstone Kin Club and Lloydminster Kinette Club earn Kin CommUnity Award.
Heated discussions breaking the ice on winter weather predictions

Heated discussions breaking the ice on winter weather predictions

Buckle up, bundle up and be brrr-ave as forecasters say winter will continue to deliver the cold shoulder.
Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence begins residency at USask

Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence begins residency at USask

Bruce Sinclair, a Métis theatre artist, teacher, student of the nehiyawewin (Cree) and Michif languages, begins his 12-week residency this month.
Mayfair and District News: Bring potluck to share in Rabbit Lake’s turkey supper

Mayfair and District News: Bring potluck to share in Rabbit Lake’s turkey supper

Yoga returns to Mayfair Hall.
Proceeds from fifth Candlelight Processional donated to BDFRC

Proceeds from fifth Candlelight Processional donated to BDFRC

Elite Event Co-ordinators has presented the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre with a donation of $2,473.
First Person Exploits into the Unknown: What can your phone do for you?

First Person Exploits into the Unknown: What can your phone do for you?

Did you know your phone can accidentally call emergency services for you? I didn't.
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