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Rain doesn't stop the Battleford parade, or the fireworks

Rain doesn't stop the Battleford parade, or the fireworks

There's a saying: It never rains on the Battleford parade. It's been proved wrong a time or two in 40 years, but the parade went as planned, and the fans turned out.
Garden Chat: Flora Alba

Garden Chat: Flora Alba

White flowering plants for your garden - Part 2
Truck stolen from Shellbrook with firearm inside, do not approach

Truck stolen from Shellbrook with firearm inside, do not approach

A red truck was involved in a report of gunshots on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and investigators believe this may be connected to an ongoing stolen red truck investigation.
Mayfair and District News: Former residents celebrate 65th wedding anniversary

Mayfair and District News: Former residents celebrate 65th wedding anniversary

Ewanchuk family gathers for a reunion.
Dunk tank, rope making among the highlights of Family Fun Day

Dunk tank, rope making among the highlights of Family Fun Day

"Regardless of the weather, it's great to see how the community comes out and supports this day."
August oil and gas public offering the best in over a decade

August oil and gas public offering the best in over a decade

Sale exceeds the $24 million mark thanks to a $15 exploration licence in the southeast region.
Stories of hope and success at the Battlefords Treatment Centre

Stories of hope and success at the Battlefords Treatment Centre

"I knew I needed it in my life. I was, you know, a product of my addictions,"
Waseca Hall packed for Vic Hult’s 80th birthday party

Waseca Hall packed for Vic Hult’s 80th birthday party

Online baking auction is underway to benefit Maidstone Health Care Auxiliary.
Poundmaker woman wins big at Gold Eagle

Poundmaker woman wins big at Gold Eagle

The biggest mystery jackpot has a minimum value of $1,000,000 and pays out before it hits $2,000,000.
Borden time capsule opening reveals 25-year-old artifacts

Borden time capsule opening reveals 25-year-old artifacts

Items now on display at Borden Museum.
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