Battlefords News-Optimist

With Christmas just around the corner, there are many reasons people might have for donating food or money to the food bank.

After playing the Saskatoon Contacts tough Dec. 15, the Battlefords Midget Stars were looking for a win to end the 2010 portion of their Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League schedule.

City of North Battleford animal license fees for dogs and cats are going up in 2011. City council approved the increases unanimously by resolution in a special meeting Dec. 20.

Radisson honoured their Citizen of the Year Dec. 17. Receiving the plaque for 2010 was Darin Beaudoin. David Ruzesky presented the plaque, saying Darin has shown dignity and leadership in Radisson and surrounding communities for several years.

The Kiwanis Lights Before Christmas contest committee has released the winners of the 2010 contest, giving Battlefords and area residents the high points to hit when organizing sparkle tours this holiday season. Marilyn McGown at 161 - 17th St.

Best wishes to all students. They have been on their Christmas holiday since Friday, Dec. 17. Enjoy the break. A long time resident of the Waseca area, Richard (Ritchie) Roberts passed away in Lloydminster Hospital Dec. 14 at the age of 75 years.

It was a closer score than the last time the Battlefords AAA Sharks played the Prince Albert Bears, but the Sharks still suffered the loss. Saturday in Prince Albert, the Sharks ended the 2010 portion of their schedule with a 3-0 loss.

Christmas carols to greet every new morning and practices for the annual Division 1 concert at Ratushniak Elementary School, brought the spirit of the holidays to the children of Maidstone.

About 10 years ago or so, I was told I'd probably have my mortgage paid off in the next few years.

We are all saddened to her of the passing of Leonide Bulani, 86 years old, Nov 27. He was a resident of North Battleford, but formerly from Lizard Lake where he farmed and raised the family who remain on the farm.