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Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Gerry Ritz has made known his support for Canada's participation in a combat role against ISIS.

The provincial government has confirmed it will provide half a million dollars in provincial disaster assistance to address the slumping issues at the Battleford Cemetery.

The Battlefords Humane Society has received an outpouring of support to help the 20 puppies found in a field near Glaslyn Friday.

The provincial minister of corrections and policing told a North Battleford audience Monday that the province was hearing their concerns about crime.

Nate Starycki, Grade 1, recently raised some money for two hospitals. After his family participated in the ALS ice bucket challenge, Nate and his family were inspired and moved to do another fundraiser.

Parents, did you know that 90 per cent of brain development occurs in the first five years of a child's life? Amazing isn't it! Wow! You know what this means . the parent or caregiver is by far the child's most important teacher.

The North Battleford RCMP detachment received more than 45 calls between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7 and 6 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] It's been a full year and after two families are already settled and enjoying their new homes, Habitat for Humanity Humboldt is gearing up to start their next project.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] Ready to rise again to Humboldt fame is local artist, Mel Bolen, whose vase was featured in the exclusive 10th International Ceramics Competition, MINO, Japan Exhibition.

At 10:39 a.m. on Oct. 7, a freight train derailed near Clair, forcing the small community of 50 people to be evacuated.