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New Sask. Hospital plan approved

The board of Prairie North Regional Health Authority has approved revised plans for replacement of Saskatchewan Hospital in North Battleford (SHNB).

Paul 'intoxicated' before death: inquest

Ida Paul appeared "intoxicated" both before and while in police custody just before she died in hospital. That was the testimony from her former boyfriend and RCMP officers at the coroner's inquest held into Paul's death.
Who says I need to like them?

Who says I need to like them?

Ed, my neighbour next door, likes to say that he isn't kid friendly. He grew up when children were to be seen and not heard. According to Ed, it used to be that children just sort of grew up without much pampering or continual parental attention.
Stars new coach suffers loss in debut

Stars new coach suffers loss in debut

Trevor Sack met with his new players just hours before stepping behind the bench for his first time and although the Stars were blown out 10-3 he sees potential in his players.

There's room at the inn

Visiting a friend or a loved one for the holidays and need a place to stay? The Super 8 at North Battleford may be able to assist you.

Football players honoured at NBCHS

After a 2-4 record and a first round playoff loss for the senior Vikings and a 3-0 record for the junior Vikings it was time to honour the players and coaches for the season that was.
Transforming the trash

Transforming the trash

Having a hard time Christmas shopping for that creative person on your list this year? The Mix art gallery in Saskatoon is host to two ReArtCycle members for one more week.

Seven teams in action in NSRHL

The North Saskatchewan River Hockey League had six games on the league schedule and with that seven of the eight teams were in action.
103 and still going strong

103 and still going strong

When News-Optimist reporter Jason Antonio went to talk with Robert Forrest on his 100th birthday three years ago, Forrest said he didn't have any plans for a 101st birthday.

A wealth of entertainment opportunities

One of the themes of this week's John Cairns' News Watch is the lack of "anything to do" in the Battlefords. It's a common lament, heard not just among young people in this community.
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