Battlefords News-Optimist

There was a spike in new dwelling permits in North Battleford in September, as overall building permits continue to be issued at a steady pace in the city this year.

The City of North Battleford will be partially compensating a North Battleford couple who built a fence that later was declared to be in contravention of the zoning bylaw.

Two vehicles were involved in a motor vehicle accident Saturday at the intersection of 20th Avenue and 100th Street.

The Battlefords North Stars still seem to be struggling with consistency issues, but did manage to win once during a three-game weekend road trip.

"They had over 200 yards rushing? That's ridiculous," said Roughriders defensive lineman Marcus Adams. Yes, they did. The Calgary Stampeders came into Regina Sunday afternoon with a clear-cut game plan; rush the ball.

Construction is well underway for Edam Board of Trade's seventh annual haunted Spooktacular. This year brave visitors are invited to check out the Carnevil of Souls. Visitors will experience a haunted twist to elements of a carnival.

Thursday Oct. 14 was spirit day at Maidstone High School. The theme was "tight and bright." Students looked forward to this day with excitement and wore lots of bright neon clothing such as tight leggings, headbands and jewelry.

A 58-year old man convicted of once again driving while impaired and driving while disqualified is going to be spending nearly five years behind bars.

Statistics Canada released a study early last month that highlighted the strength of the feminist movement. In 2006, for every 100 women with a university education there were 84 men with the same level of education.

With support from the Saskatchewan Arts Board's Culture on the Go pilot program, the White Birch Ballet Company is performing in North Battleford at Chapel Gallery Saturday, Nov. 27 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m.