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What to do with historic eyesore?

What to do with historic eyesore?

It is a historic symbol of the community and one of the most important buildings in town. Sadly, though, the CN rail station here in Humboldt has become an eyesore.
May as well be a gossip tabloid

May as well be a gossip tabloid

Dear Editor, This is a reply to the "Performance drought drain on resources" (News-Optimist, June 25). I am appalled that Battlefords Publishing would publish this letter, again. Its the same verbatim just in different context.
Just enough rain that the hay won't be prefect

Just enough rain that the hay won't be prefect

I think the monsoons are over at the moment. This year we can never be sure. We have had close to 10 inches of rain here in the last two weeks. There is not a dry slough or water run on the place.
Choose your brand

Choose your brand

For the better part of a decade I had the privilege of working for a company that specializes in researching and preparing background material for industrial investors. It was fascinating work.
Let's talk barbecues

Let's talk barbecues

A barbecue unit is about as standard in Prairie households as microwaves and lawnmowers. And what a grand summer for barbecues it's been! I learned to barbecue while living and working in Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV Africa for some eight years.
Wisdom of our forefathers

Wisdom of our forefathers

It's essential for life and a valuable commodity across the planet, but it isn't its life sustaining properties that have had water in the news recently. I was in Calgary last week when the horrific events unfolded there.
City employees work hard to provide answers

City employees work hard to provide answers

Dear Editor Regarding, "Tax notice an unwelcome surprise" (Regional Optimist, June 13), North Battleford residents who have questions about any City-related issues should be able to get clear answers.
Garage sale articles-better than average junk?

Garage sale articles-better than average junk?

Ed, my neighbour next door, noticed me carrying various articles to my garage last week.
The many ways to say, 'I love you' to a child

The many ways to say, 'I love you' to a child

In the moments of frustration, exhaustion, and sheer busy-ness of life, it may be difficult to find time to show or say "I love you" to our children.
What's in a name? A lot, actually

What's in a name? A lot, actually

The Ottawa Senators recently announced a name change for their arena. Scotiabank Place has become the Canadian Tire Centre. You read that right.
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