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EAST CENTRAL — Due to the hot, dry weather, a number of communities have put out fire bans. According to the provincial government, there are fire bans in Wakaw, Vonda, Wadena, Kelvington, Jansen, Meacham, Naicam and Manitou Beach.

The opposition New Democrats are calling for a full facility audit of the new Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford in the wake of recent news that the entire roof has to be replaced.

NIPAWIN — Nipawin council voted to increase its contribution for the Pool @ Central Park’s renovations by almost $248,000 after running into higher than expected costs. The town originally provided $496,000.

EAST CENTRAL — A challenging budget for the Horizon School Division will see fewer instructional staff members next school year, but also savings thanks to the division's new central office.

Here is a rundown of items that came up at the May monthly meeting of the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce on May 21: Representatives from the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce were at the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce AGM in early May and reported b

EAST CENTRAL — Seeding of the 2019 crop is nearing completion, with the majority of the crop being planted this month.

Submitted Seeding of the 2019 crop is nearing completion, with the majority of the crop being planted this month.

The future of Gamex Bingo in North Battleford is still unclear. At their Facebook page, the Battlefords and District Bingo Assoc. Inc. reported that Gamex Bingo was closed Friday, May 23 “until further notice.

Action is being taken to try and prevent emerald ash borers from wreaking havoc on trees in the city. Two traps are being set up in the city, reported Director of Leisure Services Cheryl DeNeire to council Monday.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre will host a special citizenship ceremony at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford and will welcome 111 new citizens.