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New Horizons hand out curling trophy

New Horizons hand out curling trophy

The Alan Rogers rink of Agnes Tkatchuk, Henry Tkatchuk, Ralph Soiseth and Rogers came on strong in the last half of the New Horizons winter curling season to capture the New Horizon trophy on the last day of regular curling.

Battlefords boy looks to concur NCAA Division I

It was nearly a year ago when the News-Optimist reported on Bryce Gervais earning co-MVP honours with the Prince Albert Mintos of the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League. This season Gervais added more accolades to his young hockey career.

Eagles have Edam on the run

It isn't over yet, but the St. Walburg Eagles have the Edam 3-Stars right were they want them in the North Saskatchewan River Hockey League championship series. Game one Friday was played in St.
It's all about location

It's all about location

A proposed bar and grill in the town of Battleford has some residents concerned, with one resident saying he will leave the community as a result.
NBCHS students wrestle their way to provincials

NBCHS students wrestle their way to provincials

The North Battleford Comprehensive High School wrestling team participated in the Rural Regional Wrestling Championships in Swift Currant Saturday and now some from NBCHS have their eye on provincials.

Sports Calendar March 18 to April 3

MARCH 18 North Saskatchewan River Hockey League has game four of the league final between St. Walburg and Edam scheduled for 8:30 p.m. in Edam.
No fast recover for head injuries in hockey

No fast recover for head injuries in hockey

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, being a Toronto Maple Leafs fan isn't easy.

Battlefords rink tries to master competition

The week started off well for Jim Johnston and his curling team from the Battlefords at the Provincial Masters Men's Championship in Gravelbourg. Johnston won twice Wednesday, as his team edged Derrell Sears 6-5 and Gary Bryden 7-3.
Fun in the prodigous snow

Fun in the prodigous snow

While adults complain about the duration and temperatures this winter the students at Ratushniak Elementary School in Maidstone continue to grin and giggle as they enjoy the bounty of snow.
Program feeds needy kids

Program feeds needy kids

It's unfortunate, but the sad reality is that many children in the Battlefords often go hungry. Which is why the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club has teamed up with four local businesses to provide meals to a group of children, twice per week.
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