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Cheese heads over Steel town in Super Bowl 45

Cheese heads over Steel town in Super Bowl 45

If it came down to the crunch again, there aren't many NFL football followers who wouldn't want Ben Roethlisberger to be the one to lead their team on a final drive in the last minute of the Super Bowl. Big Ben dropped to 2-1 in the Super Bowl.
City hikes levy to complete CUPlex

City hikes levy to complete CUPlex

North Battleford has awarded the tender for the final two components of the Credit Union CUPlex, and ratepayers will foot a 75 per cent recreation levy increase to finish the project.

CUPlex promotes health in Battlefords

Dear Editor This letter is in response to comments in recent local media reports concerning a donation to the North Battleford CUPlex.
Skaters' talent brings Alice to life

Skaters' talent brings Alice to life

The magical sights and sounds of a beloved tale were eclipsed only by the smiles last weekend as the Maidstone Skating Club held their annual carnival.

Celebrate Archives Week

Celebrating the important role of archives and archivists in preserving the history of our province, Saskatchewan will be celebrating the sixth annual Archives Week, Feb. 6 to 11.

Auxiliary plans birthday bash

The Legion Ladies' Auxiliary No. 142 held their monthly meeting at the Legion Hall Tuesday evening. Plans were finalized for Jack Bullock's 100th birthday celebration Feb. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Lessons from the sea: Shifting sands

Lessons from the sea: Shifting sands

Story:The term "shifting sands" is more than the title of a lovely song, more than a mere expression to describe a discovery made by scientists probing the mysteries of Mars.

CO leak at aquatic centre

Kinsmen Aquatic Centre reopened Monday evening after a carbon monoxide scare forced staff and patrons from the building Saturday. Concerns were raised about an unusual odour in the building at about 10:15 a.m.
Setting up biggest game of North Stars' season

Setting up biggest game of North Stars' season

After losing three of their last four and two straight to start the final month of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League regular season, the Battlefords North Stars turn their focus to the Humboldt Broncos.

Hallways undergo a makeover

Happy New Year to all readers. With the new year comes a new look that is admired and appreciated. North Battleford Housing Authority has contracted with G.B. Enterprises to remove the aging wallpaper from the hallways.
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