New Town News - News
Construction season fast approaching
It is going to be a long summer for residents of New Town and people trying to get from here to there on North Dakota Highway 23 as the New Town City Council accepted a number of bids for projects and gave its OK for a state project to totally replace Main Street at a special council meeting on March 31.
Johns takes over NTPD
Officer James Johns of the New Town Police Department has been a familiar face on the streets of New Town for the past year, but as of last month he will be carrying a new title – Chief James Johns.
Michigan man finds future in ranching
Cory Osborn was still living in Michigan when he heard about jobs in North Dakota from his grandparents, Ron and Joyce Hanson who ranch near New Town. Cory’s Mother, sister and brother moved here before Cory did and found work.
K-9 officer proves her worth to NTPD
James Johns, New Town’s new Police Chief does not have to think twice about the value of their K-9 dog and handler to his department.
Shopko grand opening next week
Shopko, located in the former Alco store in New Town, has completed its much anticipated conversion to Shopko Hometown and will celebrate with a grand opening next week.
Eagles, Braves to battle for state tourney berth
The Parshall Braves whipped the Watford City Wolves 75-66 and the New Town Eagles triumphed in the Battle of the Birds over the Kenmare Honkers 64-59 to set up a rematch of the District 15 Championship that the Braves won in New Town on Feb. 26.
Four legged cops patrol Fort Berthold
Community protection is job one for K-9 dogs at Three Affiliated Tribes Law Enforcement and the New Town Police Department.
Shopko to open this month
Shopko, a mid western retail chain, will open a store in New Town by the end of March.
Aubol finds winter at DC Conference
Representing New Town’s Beck Sherven Auxiliary Unit 290, Marlys Aubol was one of more than 300 delegates and distinguished guests from across the country who attended the American Legion Auxiliary’s annual Washington D.C. Conference February 22-25.
H.A. Thompson opens New Town location
North Dakota blows cold and hot, each season in its turn, and in turn people want to be warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
