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Battlefords can't buy a win

Battlefords can't buy a win

The Battlefords Stars played two more games without a new head coach on the bench, and have now finally announced who their new bench boss will be for the remainder of the season.

Singing praise this season

We always enjoy the carol sing along sponsored by the Lutheran Church, held in Waseca Hall each December. This year's sing along will be held Sunday, Dec. 12 at 1:30 p.m. and will include a few added features.
The Northwest is the land of opportunity

The Northwest is the land of opportunity

For this month's News Watch column I thought I would try to do something a little more upbeat. Among the good news stories being touted by local officials has been the strength of the overall economy.

An enjoyable evening

Bouquets and many thanks to Lisa Hornung and the community youth choir for the enjoyment you provide us all. The time, and talent of the children, their parents, Lisa, Jacque and Gary are certainly appreciated. Keep up the good work.

Don't drive around, dummy

You're busy. You can see where you need to go. There's just one small little barricade in the way. It won't really matter if you drive around it, will it? Wrong.

Speckle Park founders honoured at Agribition

Although temperatures were lower during the past week, there was not much wind, so we enjoyed some fine days, especially Sunday. Sunday was a beautiful sunny day.
Praying to end famines

Praying to end famines

As most people in the Battlefords were preparing for the holiday season of plenty, a small group of people took the time to remember those who starved to death in the Holodomor.

Number of utility projects still on the go in 2011

A number of capital projects are on the books for the City of North Battleford in 2011, including continued work on Water Treatment Plant No.1 expansion.

Fire department warns about carbon monoxide

North Battleford Fire and Emergency Services is warning residents to guard against the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Car fire causes $30,000 damage

A vehicle fire Thursday has caused an estimated $30,000 damage, according to fire officials. The fire happened about 8:35 a.m. on the 2000 block of 100th Street. The engine of a small passenger vehicle was fully involved in fire.
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