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Obesity new being recognized as a disease

The so-called "Battle of the Bulge" has, controversially, been referred to as a disease in the medical lexicon for quite some time. But now the American Medical Association is officially recognizing it as such.
Chase suspect remanded in custody

Chase suspect remanded in custody

A 31-year old man who faces multiple charges after leading a wild 120 kilometre police pursuit remains in custody.
At least seven bilked by paving scam

At least seven bilked by paving scam

The RCMP White Butte Detachment has been investigating what is now believed to be a travelling group of males that have been representing themselves as a small paving company.
First anniversary of marketing freedom

First anniversary of marketing freedom

Federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz has marked the first anniversary of marketing freedom for Western Canadian grain farmers.
Girls swim away from camping excursion

Girls swim away from camping excursion

La Ronge RCMP are trying to track down two teenaged girls who ran away from a camp at Devil's Lake north of that community Saturday.
Fresh memories from vintage planes

Fresh memories from vintage planes

Second World War history repeats itself this summer as the cadets of Penhold Air Cadet Summer Training Centre engage in a flying opportunity with the Vintage Wings of Canada.
Muddy obstacle course relay comes to Blaine Lake

Muddy obstacle course relay comes to Blaine Lake

Rugged, muddy obstacle courses that push individuals' limits by means of physical exertion appear to be gaining popularity among many individuals who have either participated or witnessed the event.
Finance Director Hartney cuts his hair for a cause

Finance Director Hartney cuts his hair for a cause

You've heard of people shaving their heads or cutting their hair for a cause.
Best-ever accreditation report for Prairie North Health Region

Best-ever accreditation report for Prairie North Health Region

Prairie North Health Region is touting its best-ever report from Accreditation Canada for meeting national standards for quality and safety in health care.
Annual report highlights successes: PNHR

Annual report highlights successes: PNHR

Prairie North Health Region, in a press release, is claiming success in achieving goals of better health, better care, better teams and better value.
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