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Literacy inspiration in the funny pages

Literacy inspiration in the funny pages

Story:The other day a report came out saying comic books promote literacy for kids. I can attest to that. This was high on my mind when I set foot in 8th Street Comics in Saskatoon the other day.
Kovalchuk makes a deal with the Devil

Kovalchuk makes a deal with the Devil

Even with a crystal ball, everyone's future year-to-year is still blurry - how about 17 years down the road? You'd need some high-powered crystal ball and one heck of a gypsy to read that fortune.

Your child learns how to be treated by watching you

As your children shift into the school age and start interacting with children of the opposite gender, they will implement what they have learned at home about male-to-female relationships.

A fine food balance

There is a certain amount of trust involved in buying food.
Stampeders run all over Roughriders

Stampeders run all over Roughriders

Yikes! The Saskatchewan Roughriders' bubble didn't just burst, it exploded Saturday night in Calgary. Henry Burris threw four touchdowns and Joffrey Reynolds ran for another as the Stampeders routed the Riders 40-20 at McMahon Stadium.

Sizzling summer science

What do paper airplanes, Lego robots and aqua divers have in common? They're fun and they teach kids important lessons about science and technology.

State of emergency remains in effect

A Local State of Emergency for the City of North Battleford remains in effect until further notice following the July 22 flood.

Outdoor watering banned in N.B.

Due to the high organics and turbidity currently in the North Saskatchewan River, the F.E. Holliday Water Treatment Plant is not fully operating, according to a City of North Battleford advisory.

EMO has solid outing

Mother Nature demonstrated her might and capriciousness last week, stewing up a freak storm that dumped hail and rain on the Battlefords with harsh fury. The swiftness of the assault was quickly matched by the way city officials sprang into action.
NSRBL champs are moving on

NSRBL champs are moving on

Six North Saskatchewan River Baseball League teams were in action Tuesday night and one team has earned a berth to the second round.
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