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Why not Flin Flon?

Why not Flin Flon?

Coming up on four years on the job, I was looking for a new story idea and a new way to follow the Battlefords North Stars.
Basketball teams burning up the courts

Basketball teams burning up the courts

This week at MHS was the last one before the February break, which began Feb. 18. Students will be returning to school Feb. 28. Our basketball teams are well into their season and working hard.

Testing the marriage vows with a hammer and saw

How often have any of us looked back on a decision we made in the past and questioned our sanity at the time it was made? I have done this enough times in my life I really cannot even estimate the number of times.

Cold snap was mercifully brief

The most recent cold spell, a short one, took place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the past week. The temperature Sunday was again up to - 5 C where it has remained during this evening. It has been a very different winter.
Exploring winter heritage and traditions

Exploring winter heritage and traditions

At École Père Mercure celebrates "the winter carnival" with enthusiasm for heritage and French culture. At the same time the school is also able to foster a sense of community and pride.

Literacy: more than reading

You know literacy is important, but do you know what literacy really is? It's far more than just reading and writing. Literacy is communication. A person's ability to express themselves clearly and make sense of the world around them.
Young chess players get a taste of competition

Young chess players get a taste of competition

École Monseigneur Blais Morand played host to a student chess tournament Feb. 12. Sixteen student chess players from four different schools in the Battlefords participated.

Kick up your heels to Celtic tunes

St. Patrick's Day might be in March, but Battlefords residents will be able to continue celebrating into May with two concerts of Celtic music scheduled in the next month.
Memorial donation to BUHF

Memorial donation to BUHF

Story:Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has received a cheque for $5,000 from Garry's Construction Ltd (GCL) of Edam. "GCL decided to give this donation for Palliative Care at BUH in memory of my wife's late father Andy Bellanger.
Men's bonspiel exceeds expectations

Men's bonspiel exceeds expectations

Valentine's day is over. I hope you aren't spending a year making up for what you may or may not have done for your special someone. Halfway through February and we are still experiencing one of the mildest winters many can remember.