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Twenty-four students look to the future

Twenty-four students look to the future

Celebrating achievements, honouring cherished memories and dreaming about the future made Maidstone's 2010 Graduation Colour Night an emotional and memorable event for all.
Relay lights the night with hope

Relay lights the night with hope

It is estimated that one out of every four Canadians will die from cancer. Look around your office, at your family and friends, and let that number sink in.

Historic day at Poundmaker

I am a concerned band memberand I would like to update North Battleford and area residents of an event that took place on Poundmaker Cree Nation.
Where is the Stanley Cup heading?

Where is the Stanley Cup heading?

One week after the Stanley Cup has been claimed by the Chicago Blackhawks, the celebration continues or, for some communities around the world, is set to begin.
Pastry Perfection

Pastry Perfection

Cakes rise, and so does Victoria Gibbons. The North Battleford native recently took home the gold medal in the Skills Ontario pastry and baking competition. "I was really excited to be in that competition," she said.

History lives in N.B.

Dear Editor My article on the old Gregory and Coronation Parks (Pages from North Battleford's History, News-Optimist June 9) has prompted many calls, e-mails andface-to face-discussionson thearticle itself, and on North Battleford's early history.
Battleford North Stars' blueliner commits to Div. III school

Battleford North Stars' blueliner commits to Div. III school

The Battlefords North Stars are sending another player south. It is more like returning another player to the United States since Grant Fahnhorst played the majority of his hockey in rinks in the United States after being raised in Lakeville, Minn.

Paper planes deployed on next overseas engagement

It appears Canada will soon be making one of the biggest dollar value purchases for its military in history - a $16 billion purchase of 65 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets. Wow, that's a lot of money.
Former North Star get his coaching start with SJHL rival

Former North Star get his coaching start with SJHL rival

Battlefords North Stars' fans, and anyone who follows the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League for that matter, will recognize the name Mike George.
Garage razed in blaze

Garage razed in blaze

A garage suffered major damage from a heavy fire that broke out Friday afternoon. The call came in to North Battleford Fire and Emergency Services at around 5 p.m. June 4.
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