AERIAL CHEER ATHLETICS
Aerial Athletics Cheer season concludes with the All-Star Cheer Extravaganza
This past weekend, the Aerial Cheer Athletics club concluded the cheer season in Edmonton at the All-Star Cheer Extravaganza. Both the U12 Nova team and U16 Eclipse team placed fourth in their respective divisions to cap off the season. Club director Rena Fauchon said that it was probably the best that both teams perfo...
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BATTLEFORDS AGENCY TRIBAL CHIEFS
BATC calls for solutions after closure of Sakewew High School
Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) is calling for collaborative solutions following the closure of North Battleford's Sakewew High School. In a press release, BATC acknowledged the recent closure of the local Indigenous high school and the significant impact this decision has on students, families, and First Nati...
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BATTLEFORDS AGENCY TRIBAL CHIEFS
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'WE HAVE 329 ENTRIES IN THREE DAYS'
Community tradition continues with 54th annual North Battleford Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo
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BATTLEFORDS AGENCY TRIBAL CHIEFS
BATC calls for solutions after closure of Sakewew High School
Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) is calling for collaborative solutions following the closure of North Battleford's Sakewew High School. In a press release, BATC acknowledged the recent closure of the local Indigenous high school and the significant impact this decision has on students, families, and First Nati...
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'WE HAVE 329 ENTRIES IN THREE DAYS'
Community tradition continues with 54th annual North Battleford Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo
Dirt will soon replace the ice in North Battleford's arena as cowboys saddle up to kick off rodeo season. Heath Gabruch, a long-time committee member, said the April 24 to 26 weekend will mark the 54th annual North Battleford Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo. "We're not a big committee, but we've been doing this for quite a ...
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NO ONGOING THREAT REPORTED
RCMP rules out link between deaths and suspected hazardous drink
Battlefords RCMP have released an update on an investigation into a possible hazardous, consumable liquid beverage or substance circulating in the area. The investigation determined that the sudden deaths, which were initially believed to be related to this report, are not suspicious in nature. RCMP will not be sharin...
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Battlefords Community Players
'A shared win': trio earns Best Lead Actress award at TheatreFest
For three local actresses, earning a lead role award at TheatreFest seemed unlikely - especially in a production where the spotlight was shared equally. Crystal Gilbert, Holly Briant, Amber Milne, and Tony Spina made up the four-person cast of the recent Battlefords musical Bittergirl. After many hours of rehearsing ea...
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municipal matters
North Battleford eyes road closure to make way for SaskPower project
The City of North Battleford is considering permanently closing a portion of a road to accommodate infrastructure needs tied to SaskPower's Yellowhead Power Station.A public notice issued by the city says council will review a proposed bylaw to close and transfer part of Range Road 3162, located in the northeast quarte...
Apr 15, 2026
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BUSTED
Suspect rams police vehicle during escape; seven charged in North Battleford
Seven people are facing charges after two vehicles fled from police during an investigation in North Battleford earlier this week.Battlefords RCMP officers attempted a traffic stop on a Ford truck on 110th Street at about 12:15 p.m. on April 13 after identifying the driver as a wanted man. The driver fled when police a...
Apr 15, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Two by Twos
Former Saskatchewan members of secretive sect speak out on widespread allegations of abuse
Every Sunday morning and every Wednesday night, members of a religious sect in Saskatchewan meet in private homes to profess their faith in a church with no name.Those outside the religion refer to them as "Two by Twos."It doesn't have an official headquarters or church, no financial records, and any tenets m...
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Prince Albert impacted
Another 30 layoffs bring SaskPolytechnic total to 180
Another 30 layoffs staff at Saskatchewan Polytechnic brings the number of staff to 180 that have lost employment in the last year or so. The school said the decision was made following an annual operational review that aimed to make sure that "programs align with labour market demand, operational efficiency and b...
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economy
Indigenous business generate $2.6B in Saskatchewan despite barriers, report says
Indigenous participation in Saskatchewan's manufacturing and construction sectors is already generating billions in economic activity, but systemic barriers are limiting how much further that growth can go, a new report says.The analysis, commissioned by the Indigenous Manufacturing and Contracting Network, found Indig...
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policing
Crime drops in first three months of 2026 in Lloydminster, RCMP report says
Crime in Lloydminster fell sharply in the first three months of 2026, driven by a steep decline in property offences and vehicle thefts, according to a new RCMP report.Total Criminal Code incidents dropped to 1,455 between January and March, down from 1,923 during the same period last year. Property crime fell to 790 f...
Apr 15, 2026
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online harm
Ottawa 'very seriously' considering social media ban for kids, minister says
Culture Minister Marc Miller says the government is "very seriously" considering introducing a social media ban for kids.At the Liberal convention in Montreal on Saturday, members passed a non-binding resolution calling on the government to set 16 as the minimum age for access to social media accounts.Miller ...
Apr 15, 2026
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Snowy, windy conditions wreaking havoc
Travel not recommended in parts of northeast
Another shot of winter weather has led to some challenges on local highways. Travel is not recommended in the Nipawin, Carrot River, White Fox, Choiceland, and Smeaton areas. The Highway Hotline is reporting swirling, loose, and drifting snow, along with drifts, slush, and ice, along with heavy snow and windy condition...
Apr 15, 2026
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AERIAL CHEER ATHLETICS
Aerial Athletics Cheer season concludes with the All-Star Cheer Extravaganza
This past weekend, the Aerial Cheer Athletics club concluded the cheer season in Edmonton at the All-Star Cheer Extravaganza. Both the U12 Nova team and U16 Eclipse team placed fourth in their respective divisions to cap off the season. Club director Rena Fauchon said that it was probably the best that both teams perfo...
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Rider moves
Riders release Ajou Ajou after slotback violated CFL's gender-based violence and harassment policy
Ajou Ajou has been released by the Saskatchewan Roughriders after a suspension from the CFL.The league announced the slotback was suspended for both preseason contests and a minimum of six regular-season games after violating the league's gender-based violence and harassment policy. Shortly after the announcement, the ...
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NORTH STARS SEASON COMES TO AN END
North Stars eliminated from the playoffs with 6-3 game seven loss to the Yorkton Terriers
After a back-and-forth game seven and series, the Battlefords North Stars season has come to a heartbreaking end. The North Stars fell in game seven of the SJHL semifinals, 6-3 to the Yorkton Terriers in Yorkton. The North Stars came back from down 3-0 to tie it, but Gabin Bartha scored the game winning goal with less ...
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GAME 7
North Stars in winner take all game seven against the Yorkton Terriers
The Battlefords North Stars are back in Yorkton to face off with the Terriers in game seven of the SJHL semifinals. It's the biggest game of the entire season so far and will be the last for one of the teams. With the Weyburn Red Wings and Flin Flon Bombers also playing in game seven tonight, it marks the first time si...
Apr 15, 2026
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Going The Distance
Yorkton Terriers force game seven with a 6-3 win over the North Stars
The Battlefords North Stars will play in their first game seven since the 2019 season after the Yorkton Terriers took down the North Stars 6-3 in game six. Tylan Henrikson had a pair of goals in the win and now has three goals in his last two contests. Henrikson opened the scoring at the 3:52 mark of the first period w...
Apr 14, 2026
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Chance to Advance
North Stars host the Yorkton Terriers with a chance to move on to the Canterra Seeds Cup Finals
The Battlefords North Stars are hosting the Yorkton Terriers tonight in game six of the Sask. Junior Hockey League semifinals. Leading the series 3-2, the North Stars have the opportunity to punch their ticket to the Canterra Seeds Cup Finals with a victory. A finals appearance would be their first since they won the C...
Apr 13, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
Celebrates A Decade Of Learning
Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee
The Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026, bringing together 256 First Nations students from across the province for a day of learning, confidence‑building, and cultural pride. Held at Tommy Douglas Collegiate in Saskatoon, the event welcomed youths between the ages of 6 and ...
Mar 25, 2026
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SIGA named a 2026 Saskatchewan Top Employer
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud, for a third consecutive year, to be named a Saskatchewan Top Employer by Canada's Top 100 Employers. Now in its 21st year, Saskatchewan's Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places t...
Mar 02, 2026
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Self-determination in healthcare
Battlefords Family Health Center celebrates 25 years of Indigenous-led primary care and systemic advocacy
Twenty-five years after its initial development began, the Battlefords Family Health Center (BFHC), operating under the umbrella of Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre (BRT6), stands as a powerful testament to self-determination in healthcare, providing a unique and expansive model of primary care. The organization was...
Dec 29, 2025
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Canada
Canadian bishops speak out amid Trump's spat with Pope Leo XIV over Middle East
A group representing Catholic bishops across Canada is speaking out against using images of Christ for political rhetoric after U.S. President Donald Trump posted religious pictures on social media amid his spat with Pope Leo XIV. The Canadian Conferen...
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Fewer rejected ballots in Terrebonne byelection, despite adapted ballot
OTTAWA - Elections Canada says there were fewer rejected ballots in the recent Terrebonne byelection than during the last general election, despite the use of an adapted ballot. In a social media post, Elections Canada says it has validated the results...
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Wet and mild winter is 'good news' for B.C. wildfire season, says forecaster
VICTORIA - The lead forecaster for the BC Wildfire Service said a relatively wet and mild winter across much of British Columbia is "really good news" for the upcoming wildfire season. Matt MacDonald said a lack of frost meant trees and soil were able...
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B.C. Sikh activist says police warned him of 'imminent' threat to life
An associate of slain B.C. Sikh community leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar said police have alerted him of an "imminent" threat to his life. Narinder Singh Randhawa said in a sworn statement sent to The Canadian Press that he was first contacted by Surrey P...
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Audit warns military procurement faces 'persistent' hurdles
OTTAWA - An internal federal government audit delivered late last year warned the work of buying and upgrading military technology was still being plagued by bureaucratic hurdles. The report was released as the federal government forged ahead with refo...
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AI content should be labelled, heritage committee says
OTTAWA - The government should require that content generated by artificial intelligence be clearly labelled, a House of Commons committee said in a new report. The members of Parliament on the committee are calling for standardized labels for AI conte...
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World
ICE acting director Todd Lyons will resign at end of May, DHS says
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting director Todd Lyons, a key executor of President Donald Trump's mass deportations agenda, will resign at the end of May, federal officials announced Thursday. Homeland Secu...
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Progressive Analilia Mejía takes New Jersey US House special election, giving Democrats another win
DENVILLE, N.J. (AP) - Democrat Analilia Mejía won a New Jersey special election for the U.S. House on Thursday, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway on a message of standing up to President Donald Trump and defending progressive policies. Me...
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Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director
President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated Erica Schwartz, a former deputy surgeon general, to be the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In a social media post, Trump described Schwartz as "incredibly talen...
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County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - An ICE agent is charged with assault for allegedly pointing his gun at people in car while driving on a Minneapolis highway, prosecutors in Minnesota said Thursday. An arrest warrant in Hennepin County, which includes M...
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Minibus taxi catches fire in Zimbabwe, killing several people
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) - A minibus taxi in southwest Zimbabwe caught fire on a highway Thursday, killing about a dozen and a half people, police said. Police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said that authorities needed more time to confirm the e...
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Judge who halted White House ballroom construction allows national security work to proceed at site
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge who halted construction of President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom clarified on Thursday that the administration can proceed with below-ground construction of a bunker and other "national security fa...
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