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Stars new coach suffers loss in debut

Stars new coach suffers loss in debut

Trevor Sack met with his new players just hours before stepping behind the bench for his first time and although the Stars were blown out 10-3 he sees potential in his players.

There's room at the inn

Visiting a friend or a loved one for the holidays and need a place to stay? The Super 8 at North Battleford may be able to assist you.

Football players honoured at NBCHS

After a 2-4 record and a first round playoff loss for the senior Vikings and a 3-0 record for the junior Vikings it was time to honour the players and coaches for the season that was.
Transforming the trash

Transforming the trash

Having a hard time Christmas shopping for that creative person on your list this year? The Mix art gallery in Saskatoon is host to two ReArtCycle members for one more week.

Seven teams in action in NSRHL

The North Saskatchewan River Hockey League had six games on the league schedule and with that seven of the eight teams were in action.
103 and still going strong

103 and still going strong

When News-Optimist reporter Jason Antonio went to talk with Robert Forrest on his 100th birthday three years ago, Forrest said he didn't have any plans for a 101st birthday.

A wealth of entertainment opportunities

One of the themes of this week's John Cairns' News Watch is the lack of "anything to do" in the Battlefords. It's a common lament, heard not just among young people in this community.
What is the sound of one finger typing?

What is the sound of one finger typing?

When I phoned a few of my editors to say there would be no column last week due to an arm injury, I was immediately riddled with guilt.
Parents, ask your kids for a wish list

Parents, ask your kids for a wish list

It's that time of year again! Santa is making a list, and checking it twice! But how about you parents, do you have a Christmas list? Do you know what your children want for Christmas? You might be able to save yourself some time and money by asking
In dread of the bubble boy syndrome

In dread of the bubble boy syndrome

Story:I hate doctor's offices. Pretty much everyone there is sick and spreading germs. Everything you touch is likely a candidate for a level four biological lab analysis. We were at the paediatrician the other day for Spencer.
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