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Vikings not yet on right track

Vikings not yet on right track

It didn't start well for the North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings Friday against Bishop James Mahoney and it didn't get any better as the game went on. "It showed our lack of football knowledge," said Vikings' coach Jamie Sommerfeld.
LINDA'S LINES - What's a phone call worth

LINDA'S LINES - What's a phone call worth

When it comes to telephones, things sure have changed since I was a kid listening in on the party line.
Dumpster fires suspect arrested

Dumpster fires suspect arrested

An individual suspected of a wave of dumpster fire arson in North Battleford is now in police custody after being caught in the act by video surveillance cameras setting another fire Sept. 15.

Dialogue continues on BTC's CUPlex commitment: Toye

An inquiry as to whether Battlefords Tribal Council had provided confirmation of last fall's financial commitment for the Credit Union CUPlex was one of several items to dominate Monday night's city council meeting in North Battleford.
Human foot mystery endures

Human foot mystery endures

In 1993, a human foot and running shoe were located along the North Saskatchewan River near Prince Albert, approximately one kilometre west of the river forks. The foot was examined by the University of Saskatchewan Department of Archaeology.

Fin Island Run showcases trails

The second annual Fin Island Trail Run was held Aug. 28 during Bridgefest.

Subjectivity colours historic facts

Though some basic facts can be agreed upon, how a person views the events of the North West Resistance is subjective. To start with, there has been a movement to re-label the events a "resistance" rather than a "rebellion.

New marketing co-ordinator at Chamber

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce has taken on a new marketing co-ordinator. Lora Sander has taken over that position with the Chamber. Sander is a Luseland resident and a mother of three daughters. In a Sept.
Year kicks off with Franco-fun

Year kicks off with Franco-fun

This year the focus at École Père Mercure is on teaching and practicing the 10 learner profiles from the IB (International Baccalaureate) Program. This month the learner profile being developed with students and staff is "The Communicator.
Skeptic meets Psychic at Inspirations

Skeptic meets Psychic at Inspirations

Ah, trade shows. Nowhere else can you see such a hodge podge of timeless kitchenware, newfangled diet plans and homemade delights.
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