First Person

Recounting the Bernardo trial

John Cairns ,  Staff Reporter / Battlefords News-Optimist

July 13, 2020

This past Independence Day weekend in the United States reminded me of another momentous July 4 that happened 25 years ago here in Canada. Back in 1995 on that date, I ...

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Friday night destruction at the fair

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Kings Royal a must-see event for racing fans

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Getting crushed at SaskTel Centre

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Adventures in Cuba

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News editor gets thrown in jail

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Fight Night: The UFC comes to Saskatchewan

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Saskatchewan Country Music will go virtual for annual awards show

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Photos - 20th anniversary for Pride of the Northwest

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Correspondent Corner

Infant christened at Hafford St. Solange Church

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News-Optimist Photo Galleries

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