Opinion

June begins with a new moon, also resulting in a partial solar eclipse in high northern latitudes; mostly visible in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Quebec.

We become too easily desensitized to news of natural disasters. After all, they are inevitable and even the most sensational stories of crime, neglect or ineptitude have become all too commonplace.

Hardly a week goes by when I don't see someone post on Facebook that The Big Bang Theory is one of the best shows on television. While I watched it on occasion, recently I have come to agree with that assessment.

Dear Editor I am not a teacher nor do I have any family members directly involved in the schools as students, employees or otherwise. ?During the 1990s Saskatchewan was on the verge of bankruptcy and our Standard and Poors rating was a B.

In a March 23 news release, Finance Minister Ken Krawetz tabled a budget that listed a $53.4 million surplus. Minister Krawetz stated that Saskatchewan's economy is expected to lead the nation this year.

Dear Editor This letter is in reference to "Sculpting a super symposium" (Regional Optimist, May 13.

Dear Editor Members of Council of the City of North Battleford are to be complimented on their unanimous decision to grant discretionary use of the Wilson and Zehner property as a medical clinic.

The pages of this newspaper and the Wednesday, News-Optimist often carry stories and promotions from local sources and various communities around the region about community cleanup days.

Three times a lady Taylor Swift is, as she enjoys even more success with album number three, Speak Now. Compared to Taylor Swift and Fearless, Speak Now involves some meaning incorporated into the stories and love and heartbreak.

Garage sale season makes me feel like a pirate. I feel a little like I'm crossing over into someone else's personal space and when I find treasure and get a good deal I feel I can return home victorious with my bounty.