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Crime Stoppers Corner

During the late hours of Aug. 24 and the morning hours of Aug. 25, a garage was broken into on the 1500 block of 99th Street in North Battleford. Perpetrators stole a power saw, an air compressor and various air tools. At approximately noon Aug.

North Stars Ag. Project complete

The players are on the ice and the crop is off. One of the Battlefords North Stars major fundraising projects came to an end for the year, albeit, behind the expected schedule, the crop for the Battlefords North Stars Ag.
EYE ON THE BALL - NHL preview part 1: Penguins naturally best on Atlantic Division ice

EYE ON THE BALL - NHL preview part 1: Penguins naturally best on Atlantic Division ice

As usual, there has been plenty of off season roster moves as the general managers and their staff struggle to work within the strict rules of the salary cap.
Maidstone's Mega-Volley never disappoints

Maidstone's Mega-Volley never disappoints

It's volleyball season in the region and Maidstone was once again the hub of activity. Sr. Mega-Volley, the massive volleyball tournament hosted by Maidstone High School every September began Thursday and finished up at 11:28 p.m. Saturday night.
My Side of the Fence - Mega-Volley spikes town's pulse

My Side of the Fence - Mega-Volley spikes town's pulse

There are people with the idea small towns are quiet places, places where the pace is slower and life is simpler. Driving through Maidstone during July and August may add to the myth.

Water Treatment Plant expansion well on its way

Expansion of Water Treatment Plant No. 1 is going well so far, according to City of North Battleford officials.
Cultural retreat builds understanding

Cultural retreat builds understanding

Twenty-two teachers from schools across the Northwest School Division participated in the third annual First Nations Partnership Aboriginal Cultural Retreat at Waterhen Lake in mid-September.

Watch out for animals

The City of North Battleford is urging local residents to be on the lookout for animals both inside and outside city limits.
Fitness Matters - Is it worth it?

Fitness Matters - Is it worth it?

Everyone has their weaknesses. Everyone has bad days. Everyone strays from their ideal eating plan from time to time. When trying to lose weight, it is important to realize what the consequences are.
More changes announced for flood relief

More changes announced for flood relief

More changes are coming to the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program in response to the needs of flood victims in the province.
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