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Town of Battleford financial statement staying on track

Town of Battleford financial statement staying on track

The year to date, ending Sept. 30, show $7.6 million in revenue has been recognized, which is 79 per cent of the forecast amount. 
Grow Your Own Future: The magic of trees

Grow Your Own Future: The magic of trees

“There is always music amongst the trees in the garden, but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it.” — Minnie Aurmonier
Northwest School Division trustee candidates hope for win

Northwest School Division trustee candidates hope for win

Northwest School Division in Meadow Lake has a number of candidates seeking trustee positions.
North Battleford RBC Royal Bank branch closed due to water leak

North Battleford RBC Royal Bank branch closed due to water leak

"While steps are being taken by all parties to resolve this as quickly as possible, we are still unable to provide access to the premises at this time for safety reasons."
Woman taken to hospital following assault on Big Island Lake

Woman taken to hospital following assault on Big Island Lake

Investigation determined an altercation occurred between a man and a woman at the residence.
Wayne (Semaganis) Baptiste seeks North Battleford mayor's position

Wayne (Semaganis) Baptiste seeks North Battleford mayor's position

As a First Nation person, the candidate believes he would be able to bring forth various issues and talk about them, and create a bridge
Town council recounts highlights of their term

Town council recounts highlights of their term

Coun. Kevin Russell cited the rehabilitation of the old truss bridges connecting to Finlayson Island was a big project the town was glad to get done.
Town of Battleford welcomes new CAO

Town of Battleford welcomes new CAO

"The staff in this office in Town Hall and our management staff are looking for some continuity, and Todd is committed here for the long term."
Meadow Lake candidates vie for council seats; mayor acclaimed

Meadow Lake candidates vie for council seats; mayor acclaimed

Five incumbent councillors are running again.
Four people injured, one seriously, in single-vehicle rollover

Four people injured, one seriously, in single-vehicle rollover

When police officers arrived, the SUV involved was in the ditch.
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