Local News

The ribbon has been cut to officially open the new and expanded Home Hardware Building Centre in North Battleford. Mayor Ian Hamilton joined in the ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning.

The parent company of the News-Optimist and Regional Optimist newspapers is stepping up to help Fort Mac.

A piece to remember former Humboldt Public School caretaker, Niel Britz, now stands on the playground at the elementary school. The school held a dedication ceremony on May 7, to dedicate a gazebo on the playground in his honour.

Dry conditions have officials taking precautions

Humboldt Collegiate Institute was well represented at the Skills Canada Saskatchewan competition on April. 21-22.

There is more to see outside of the Horizon School Division. And that was a big part of the Horizon school Division Student Day on May 3. Director of Education, Kevin Garinger, says the focus this year was on inspiring students to be leaders.

The case against Harry Weiss, charged with impaired operation of a vehicle causing death and dangerous driving causing death, has been adjourned to June 1 in North Battleford Provincial Court.

As everyone knows, the northern Alberta community of Fort McMurray is currently experiencing devastation due to a raging fire. All residents have been or are in the process of being evacuated to locations throughout Alberta.

The Battlefords Humane Society has come up with another fundraiser as it works toward caring for all the animals in its shelter.

New Beginnings raising funds for furniture and equipment