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New housing incentives approved

A number of amended housing incentives have been adopted by North Battleford city council.

Spread too thin, but loving it

It is hard to believe that we are already over half way through January.

Curlers aim for provincials

Ten ladies rinks took to the ice on the weekend for the SaskPower Women's Northern Playdown in Tisdale and the Battleford rink skipped by Tina Hill came within a point of advancing to the Provincial Scotties Tournament of Hearts.

Snow is piling up

The snow has piled up during the past week with some falling each day. Fortunately, up until now, we have not had much wind, but the forecast says that is about to change. Perhaps we will be looking forward to blown in paths and roads.

Plan for a safe ride this snowmobile season

Jan. 16 marked the beginning of Snowmobile Safety Week in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Safety Council, along with the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Safety Association work together to promote safe and responsible attitudes when snowmobiling. From Jan.
Major donation made to BUHF

Major donation made to BUHF

TD Bank Group has announced one of its largest gifts to date in North Battleford with a $30,000 donation to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation (BUH).

Water main break under control

There were more water problems for the City of North Battleford last week - this time, a water main break in the north end. The break happened at 101st Street and 20th Avenue Friday afternoon, and the street was blocked to traffic.

Drive carefully on icy roads

We have once again been enjoying a few days of mild weather, with cold weather due towards the end of the week. Driving carefully is the order of the day, since the warmer days and colder nights bring icy roads.
Sharks keep in close in Swift Current

Sharks keep in close in Swift Current

The Battlefords AAA Sharks were in Swift Current for two games in Saskatchewan Female Midget AAA Hockey League action and, despite being outshot, they kept the final scores close.

Lessons From The Sea - When lions bark

As idyllic as the sights and sounds of the nearby ocean can be, lately we?re experiencing the unforgettable racket that accompanies the annual visit of California sea lions (Zalophus californianus).
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