Battlefords News-Optimist

The Town of Battleford could soon be home to a meat packing plant, if town council approves the application.

Every athlete, parent and chain smoking alcoholic has huge plans for 2011.

The Neilburg Composite School Christmas concert was held Dec. 15 in the gymnasium. Food for the needy was collected at the door. The program began with a welcome from MCs Kristian Hiscock and Wyatt Marshall.

I don't often get asked for directions here in our small town, but when I'm waved down by a stranger they are usually looking for the arena. We don't spend a lot of time at the rink, but I know a lot of people who do.

Ed, my neighbour next door, is beginning the New Year shaking his head at me. It bothers Ed that in seven days of Christmas holidays that I read four westerns and began reading three other books.

It is an age old debate. When trying to lose weight is it best to do cardio, weights or simply to follow a diet plan? When exercising for weight loss, how intense should the activity be? The answer is pretty simple.

Story:Paynton Volunteer Fire Dept. raised the roof, and a little cash on New Year's Eve with a small intimate and interactive gathering of local volunteers.

A man arrested following a firearms-brandishing incident on Poundmaker First Nation has been released, on strict conditions. Arnold Pete appeared in provincial court Thursday morning before Judge Dan O'Hanlon in North Battleford.

Jan. 3, the young people are back to school. We wish them success and happiness in their studies. The community was busy with family parties throughout the holiday season.

Manitou Evangelical Free Church held their annual Christmas festivities Dec. 19. Carol and Amy Graham, a mother/daughter duo, teamed up to write Bethlemazoo in the rhyming style of Dr. Seuss. This was presented in the sanctuary.