Battlefords News-Optimist

Fists were flying, and so were the sticks and the clipboard Tuesday night at the Civic Centre,as the Battlefords North Stars dropped a 5-4 decision on home ice to the Kindersley Klippers.

North Battleford city council has adopted its 2011 Utility Budget, which will mean a 4.3 per cent increase for sewer and water customers. According to the City, consumers of 25 cubic meters will see an increase of approximately $3.85 per month.

Illegal parking could lead to violators experiencing the gift of giving this Christmas season. North Battleford City Hall plans to have in effect this December some relaxed rules on fines for residential parking infractions.

The Battlefords Wildlife Federation held their annual horns scoring night and had nearly 20 per cent more head from last year.

It was the night before Christmas when all through Ed's house, no one was stirring except Ed, and a mouse. No stockings were hung anywhere with care, for Ed was certain Santa wouldn't come there.

The Saulteaux 3-Stars played first Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League games last week, but their league debut didn't go exactly as they planned. Thursday night, Maymont improved to 3-0 with a 9-0 win over Saulteaux in Maymont.

So, you thought when you graduated college you wouldn't have to take anymore tests. Remember that an idle mind is like an idle body it doesn't do anybody any good.

Christmas isn't just for the kids and in Maidstone the seniors prove it can be the most wonderful time of the year. Sunday evening the Seniors' Drop-In Centre hosted their annual Christmas supper and program.

Two serious collisions over the weekend kept emergency personnel busy in the Battlefords and surrounding area.

City council received an update Monday on the status of construction for the Credit Union CUplex. Two components of the facility are now under construction: the performing arts centre and the aquatic centre.