Losing skid continues
North Stars drop ninth straight in 4-0 loss to Melfort
The Battlefords North Stars lost their ninth straight game, falling 4-0 to the Melfort Mustangs.It was the North Stars' second shutout loss to the Mustangs this season and their fourth overall, surpassing last season's total.North Stars assistant coach Owen Lamb described the loss as "disappointing," saying t...
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"WHAT A GREAT DECADE"
2018 Winter Games surplus helps build toward North Battleford's arena project
A legacy fund established following the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games continues to support local sports, with more than $200,000 now being directed toward North Battleford's arena project. A cheque from the Saskatchewan Winter Games Surplus Fund for $207,850.23 was presented during North Battleford city council's meet...
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Losing skid continues
North Stars drop ninth straight in 4-0 loss to Melfort
The Battlefords North Stars lost their ninth straight game, falling 4-0 to the Melfort Mustangs.It was the North Stars' second shutout loss to the Mustangs this season and their fourth overall, surpassing last season's total.North Stars assistant coach Owen Lamb described the loss as "disappointing," saying t...
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local talent
North Battleford bull rider eyes national final victory after 'roller coaster' season
Wyatt Fennig reached a point this season when he wanted it to be over.Now, with the Bull Riders Canada finals approaching next weekend, the North Battleford bull rider wants to end it with a win.The 25-year-old currently sits 12th in the national standings with 2,545 points and $6,310 in season earnings. He hopes to br...
10h ago
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"WHAT A GREAT DECADE"
2018 Winter Games surplus helps build toward North Battleford's arena project
A legacy fund established following the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games continues to support local sports, with more than $200,000 now being directed toward North Battleford's arena project. A cheque from the Saskatchewan Winter Games Surplus Fund for $207,850.23 was presented during North Battleford city council's meet...
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CRIME
Three charged after RCMP traffic stop in North Battleford
Battlefords RCMP Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan located drugs as part of a traffic stop in North Battleford. Officers stopped an SUV around 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 23 while conducting community safety patrols. The vehicle was searched under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act as part of the investigation.During t...
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ending the road swing
North Stars look to end losing skid against Melfort
The Battlefords North Stars are on the road today to take on the Melfort Mustangs. The North Stars (2-9-0-1, fourth in the Nutrien Division) are looking to snap a league-high eight-game losing streak and avoid losing nine straight for the first time since the 2008-09 regular season. The North Stars have struggled offen...
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local tourism
Destination Battlefords targets more overnight stays and tourism dollars
Destination Battlefords is aiming to increase overnight stays and visitor spending through a 2026-27 marketing plan that includes helping local groups bid for tournaments and other events.The plan, branded "Everything Under the Sun," sets a target of submitting and tracking three sport and event bids by June ...
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Saskatchewan
fall sitting
McPhail believes province's North underrepresented in Throne Speech
Cumberland NDP MLA Jordan McPhail believes residents of Saskatchewan are looking for change and the Sask. Party failed to deliver that in Tuesday's Speech from the Throne. "We see from the government they have taken on a steady-on approach. I think a lot of people were looking for change," he said. "I h...
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Candy conundrum
Preparing for the incoming candy haul
This year's candy haul could be a big one with Halloween landing on a Saturday, giving kids a whole day to try and collect as much as they can. But when that candy haul gets too big to deal with, what options do parents have to get rid of some of that candy without upsetting their kids stomachs or feelings? Catherine A...
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Provincial politics
Senior care, MAID and AI: Key takeaways from Saskatchewan's Throne Speech
The fall session of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly kicked off Tuesday, with Premier Scott Moe's government outlining its priorities and promising several new laws in the throne speech.It includes legislation to provide greater oversight and accountability in personal care homes, restrictions on assisted dying, s...
Oct 27, 2026
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Carney says Ottawa's Indian Act review might not end up abolishing the law
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says a process to review the Indian Act won't necessarily lead to the controversial legislation's termination.The Indian Act gives Ottawa sweeping powers over First Nations communities and people, including the authority to determine who qualifies for recognition and what reserves ca...
Oct 27, 2026
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Provincial politics
Health care, education, drunk driving tickets: Sask. throne speech set for Tuesday
The hallways of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building will be full and noisy again on Tuesday as MLAs and their staff return for the fall sitting.The new legislative session will open with the speech from the throne, laying out the government's priorities for the session.The focus Premier Scott Moe outlined ahead of Tu...
Oct 27, 2026
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Prince Albert inquest watches cellblock videos of hours leading up to prisoner's death
Saul Laliberte suffered multiple violent seizures in the hours before he was taken from Prince Albert police cells to Victoria Hospital on the day he died. The first day of an inquest into the circumstances of Laliberte's death began Monday at the Coronet Hotel in Prince Albert. Multiple police officers testified, begi...
Oct 26, 2026
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Local Sports
Losing skid continues
North Stars drop ninth straight in 4-0 loss to Melfort
The Battlefords North Stars lost their ninth straight game, falling 4-0 to the Melfort Mustangs.It was the North Stars' second shutout loss to the Mustangs this season and their fourth overall, surpassing last season's total.North Stars assistant coach Owen Lamb described the loss as "disappointing," saying t...
3h ago
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local talent
North Battleford bull rider eyes national final victory after 'roller coaster' season
Wyatt Fennig reached a point this season when he wanted it to be over.Now, with the Bull Riders Canada finals approaching next weekend, the North Battleford bull rider wants to end it with a win.The 25-year-old currently sits 12th in the national standings with 2,545 points and $6,310 in season earnings. He hopes to br...
10h ago
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ending the road swing
North Stars look to end losing skid against Melfort
The Battlefords North Stars are on the road today to take on the Melfort Mustangs. The North Stars (2-9-0-1, fourth in the Nutrien Division) are looking to snap a league-high eight-game losing streak and avoid losing nine straight for the first time since the 2008-09 regular season. The North Stars have struggled offen...
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Provincial Championships
John Paul II Soccer teams prepared for provincial championship
Both John Paul II Crusaders soccer teams are headed to the provincial championships this weekend. Girls Crusaders The girls' team earned its spot at provincials after a 7-3 regular season and a silver-medal finish at regionals, losing to Valley Christian Academy in the final. A big difference between last season and th...
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JPII football
John Paul II Crusaders football coach reflects on the season
The high school football season has come to an end for the John Paul II Collegiate Crusaders. Although the Crusaders finished with a 2-4 record and missed the playoffs, head coach Kevin Pinno said he was pleased with the team's development. "The team that we were at the end of the year was significantly different ...
Oct 26, 2026
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Sharks on air
Sharks broadcasts bring female hockey to Q98
Female hockey is getting a place on local radio as Q98 prepares to broadcast four Battlefords Sharks games this season. Starting Nov. 3, Pattison Media's North Battleford station will carry one road game a month featuring the U18 AAA female team, giving fans another way to follow a program coming off its first Fedoruk ...
Oct 26, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: Canada-EU summit, U.S. midterms loom, Kutryk spacewalk
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Canada welcomes EU leaders to Montreal for talks on next steps in relationship Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to welcome European Commissioner Ursula von der Le...
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Auditor general to release reports on greenhouse gases, coal exports, pesticides
OTTAWA - The federal spending watchdog plans to issue report cards today tracking government agencies' progress on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and working toward a ban on the export of thermal coal. The latest batch of reports from Auditor Genera...
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National security strategy coming today will include focus on safeguarding economy
OTTAWA - The Liberal government plans to release a national security strategy today that maps out plans to safeguard Canada's economy. The long-awaited strategy is also expected to discuss the handling of traditional security threats, including espiona...
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Canada welcomes EU leaders to Montreal for talks on next steps in relationship
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to welcome European Commissioner Ursula von der Leyen to Montreal today after months of pursuing closer ties with the EU. While membership in the EU is off the table, officials on both sides say they're lookin...
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The U.S. Congress is in play - here are the midterm races to watch
Tight races between Republicans and Democrats continue to heat up ahead of the U.S. midterm elections next Tuesday, with control of Congress up for grabs. The stakes are sky-high for both parties. For the Republicans, it's their narrow majority in Cong...
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Kutryk to become fifth Canadian astronaut to perform a spacewalk
Joshua Kutryk is set to become the fifth Canadian astronaut to perform a spacewalk today. Kutryk, along with NASA astronaut Anil Menon, will upgrade the International Space Station's power generation system. The spacewalk is scheduled for 8 a.m. EDT a...
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World
North Korea fires missile barrage toward the sea as tensions with South rise
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea launched a barrage of ballistic missiles toward the sea Thursday, South Korea's military said, days after the North threatened to resume front-line propaganda loudspeaker broadcasts and deploy new weapons along the...
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Milwaukee's William Contreras wins World Series MVP with .381 average, 10 ABS overturns
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - William Contreras became the eighth catcher voted the World Series MVP after lifting the Milwaukee Brewers to their first World Series championship. The heart and soul of the small-market Brewers, Contreras bat...
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Brewers beat the Rays 4-1 in Game 5 to win the first World Series title in franchise history
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - The small-ball Milwaukee Brewers playing in the smallest market in the majors are World Series champions for the first time. Hey, Milwaukee: grab a brat, raise a beer and prepare for that parade. ...
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Judge denies federal request to segregate California ballots, says it would 'wreak havoc' on voting
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A federal judge rejected on Wednesday a Trump administration request to stop California from processing the ballots of up to 20,000 people over allegations they are likely noncitizens, warning it would "wreak havoc" on the midterm el...
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Dolores Huerta, influential labor leader, feminist and civil rights icon, dies at 96
Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the United Farm Workers union to improve working conditions in the nation's fruit and vegetable fields and coined the enduring "Sí, se puede!" rallying cry, has died. She was 96. Huerta died of cancer Wedne...
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UN condemns US economic embargo of Cuba though more nations sit out after Trump administration push
UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The U.N. General Assembly condemned the U.S. economic embargo of Cuba for the 34th year on Wednesday, even as Washington's campaign to influence the outcome led to a number of countries voting against the resolution or sitting out...
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