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Battlefords RCMP investigated more than 60 occurrences between Monday, Nov. 14 and Tuesday, Nov. 15. Monday, Nov. 14 8:05 a.m. - Report of a single vehicle collision on Highway 16 east of North Battleford. No injuries reported. 8:56 a.m.

Stringent public disclosure requirements are now in effect in the City of North Battleford.

Budget deliberations are coming soon at City Hall and some tentative dates and times have been set. According to City Manager Jim Puffalt, the anticipated deliberation dates are Wednesday, Nov. 30, Monday, Dec. 5 and Wednesday, Dec. 7.

The first question always asked when someone calls into a municipal office about building something on their property is, “Do I need a permit?” Most often the answer is “Yes, both.

A Wounded Warriors Weekend fundraiser was hosted at the Don Ross Centre on Saturday, Nov. 5. The event featured comedian Bobby Henline and country singer George Canyon.

The president and CEO of North West College was at the Battlefords Rotary Club Monday to familiarize members about the activities of the educational institution.

Unity RCMP report that over the past several months, reports of property crimes in Unity, Macklin, Wilkie and the surrounding areas have increased.

Charges have been laid after a crash between a semi tractor hauling grain and a half-ton truck just after 10 p.m. Monday in Macklin. Unity RCMP say the driver of the half-ton has been charged for failing to stop at a stop sign.

Battlefords RCMP investigated approximately 50 occurrences from 6 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 to 6 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14 including the following: Nov. 13, 2016 6:43 a.m.

The Battlefords had a small part to play in the Conservative leadership debate Wednesday night.