Battlefords News-Optimist

In seven North Saskatchewan River Hockey League games this weekend, everything went according to plan at least for the higher ranked teams. Every game went the way of the standings as the higher ranked team won in every matchup.

The Maymont Central School seniorboys' volleyball team ended a successful season with a trip to 2A provincials in Medstead. They played well and were excellent sports. The team captured fourth place, losing a close bronze medal match to Medstead.

Christmas is many things to many people: a life changing inspiration to some, a time of sadness to others; a profound, religious celebration, or a marketing tool; a time of increased stress and worry, or an opportunity to experience deep and abiding

It was a mixed bag for business permits in November in North Battleford. Permit numbers were up for the month with 16 issued in total, up eight from November 2009.

Sometimes I feel like my car is my second home and at this time of year we find ourselves criss-crossing the province to attend family dinners and events.

Dear Editor At the Synergy Credit Union annual meeting, the board of directors announced they had been approached by Conexus Credit Union and Innovation Credit Union with a proposal to amalgamate.

Sleep. Who has time for it? Right? Have you ever really considered the importance of sleep? At this hectic time of year many people have a hard time keeping things regular.

As the 2011 Canadian Winter Games draw near, the rosters for Saskatchewan athletes continues to be unveiled.

It was a fairly routine final council meeting of 2010 for members of North Battleford's city council Dec. 13. The main highlight of the night was the City's adoption of the 2011 Water, Sanitary Sewer and Sanitation Budget, calling for a 4.

The Prairie North Regional Health Authority Board approved an increase in ambulance fees, consistent with the rate hikes announced by the provincial government, at a Dec. 15 meeting in Maidstone.