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JCI Spray Park officially opened at Water Ridge

JCI Spray Park officially opened at Water Ridge

Citizens of Humboldt will be hoping for a hot summer to use the newly opened spray park. The JCI Humboldt Spray Park, located in Water Ridge Park, officially opened on May 25.
Some good news, finally, in crime stats

Some good news, finally, in crime stats

After a few months of upticks in the crime rates in the community, there was good news in the latest RCMP Detachment stats for April.
Jumpstart Day raises thousands

Jumpstart Day raises thousands

It was a fun way to raise money for a charitable organization. Canadian Tire Humboldt hosted Jumpstart Day on May 26 in the store's parking lot.

June is Recreation and Parks Month

Highlights from the city council meeting of May 28 included Mayor Ian Hamilton proclaiming June as Recreation and Parks Month in North Battleford, in recognition of the benefits and values that recreation, parks and leisure services creates.

Temporary Lane Closure

The Town of Battleford advises 10th Street from Central Avenue to 1st Aveune will be closed from Friday, June 1 to Monday, June 4.
Should the aquatic centre be saved?

Should the aquatic centre be saved?

Should the old City Kinsmen Swimming Pool be destroyed or converted into a senior citizen's activity centre? As president of the Battlefords Heritage Society, I would be remiss if I did not comment on the City's intent to destroy the old North Battle

Crush wants council attendance publicized

The issue of council members' attendance at council meetings is again an issue at City Hall.

Crush wants criminal record checks for candidates

If Councillor Ron Crush had his way, criminal record checks would be instituted for candidates in the next civic election.

New doctor serving clinics

June brings a new physician to North Saskatchewan River Health Holdings clinics. Dr. Dandugula begins practice in Health Holdings communities in June, members of the board were informed at a meeting May 14.
Blaine Lake centennial monument arrives

Blaine Lake centennial monument arrives

The Blaine Lake Centennial Monument Committee is pleased to announce the arrival of the legacy monument.
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