Battlefords News-Optimist

Centennial Park hosts regional SOLE-stic Classic meet.

First Battlefords walk was held 25 years ago.

More than 350 gather at Centennial Park.

WINNIPEG — Wildfire evacuees continued to make their way home in some Manitoba communities Tuesday, but there were hurdles.

2,000 students eligible to cross the stage at Saskatoon convocation ceremonies and become new alumni.

OTTAWA — Canada hosted the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alta., with the agenda on Day 2 focused on foreign policy. The summit continued without U.S. President Donald Trump, who left early due to the conflict in the Middle East.

SUNRISE — Canada may be the home of hockey, but the Stanley Cup is maintaining its residence in the Sunshine State. For the second straight season, the Florida Panthers have extended Canada's Cup drought.

The five Panthers softball teams worked together to host more than 30 teams for their annual tournament.

The Battleford resident won gold in men's singles for ages 60-plus; silver in mixed doubles for ages 56-plus; and bronze in men's doubles for ages 50-plus.

North West Terminal shareholders are raising concerns over major losses, executive pay hikes and a media blackout ahead of the June 18 AGM.

Safety precautions have been put into place, with no immediate threat to residents, nearby water bodies or wildlife.

USask has received $11.8 million in funding for two new facilities that will provide critical workspace for crop and soil science research and teaching.

India takes the plunge, but some crop sectors remain hesitant.