Battlefords Mental Health Week
CMHA celebrates Champions of Mental Health in the Battlefords
With this week, May 5 to 11, being proclaimed as Mental Health week in the Battlefords, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) of the Battlefords proudly recognized local individuals and organizations for making outstanding contributions to mental health with its Champion of Mental Health awards. This event cele...
1h ago
Read More
NEW BUSINESS
Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park
A chemical warehouse and retail outlet proposed for Battleford's industrial park has cleared an early hurdle, with council supporting a zoning interpretation amid safety and environmental concerns.Town council passed three resolutions Monday night during its regular meeting that will allow the proponent of the agricult...
3h ago
Read More
What's Trending
Battlefords Mental Health Week
CMHA celebrates Champions of Mental Health in the Battlefords
1h ago
Digital farming
Managing resources and visualizing ROI with data and digital farming
NEW BUSINESS
Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park
3h ago
Extreme Fire Conditions
North Battleford issues fire ban, effective immediately
5h ago
Battlefords
Battlefords Mental Health Week
CMHA celebrates Champions of Mental Health in the Battlefords
With this week, May 5 to 11, being proclaimed as Mental Health week in the Battlefords, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) of the Battlefords proudly recognized local individuals and organizations for making outstanding contributions to mental health with its Champion of Mental Health awards. This event cele...
1h ago
Read More
NEW BUSINESS
Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park
A chemical warehouse and retail outlet proposed for Battleford's industrial park has cleared an early hurdle, with council supporting a zoning interpretation amid safety and environmental concerns.Town council passed three resolutions Monday night during its regular meeting that will allow the proponent of the agricult...
3h ago
Read More
Extreme Fire Conditions
North Battleford issues fire ban, effective immediately
An immediate fire ban within city limits has been issued, effective today by North Battleford Fire Chief Lindsay Holm, in response to current "extreme" Fire Weather Index (FWI) conditions reported by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA). Maps for the area are updated and available daily on the SPSA we...
6h ago
Read More
Battlefords North Stars
North Stars alumni, Connor Logan hired as new Head Coach and General Manager
The Battlefords North Stars announced the hiring of Connor Logan this morning as the team's new Head Coach and General Manager for the upcoming season. Logan, who played for the North Stars and won a championship with the team during the 2016-17 season said he looks forward to coming back to the community. "I carr...
7h ago
Read More
Crime update
Battlefords RCMP responded to 535 calls for service last week; focus on Bike Safety in May
Property crimes topped the list of calls that members of Battlefords RCMP responded to between April 28 and May 4.In a weekly update, RCMP said they were called to 95 property crimes in addition to 34 crimes against a person, five reports of stolen vehicles - three of which have been recovered, six reports of missing p...
May 05, 2025
Read More
suspicious death
RCMP investigating suspicious death on Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation
Loon Lake RCMP responded to a report of a sudden death at a residence on the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation on April 25, 2025. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female who was pronounced deceased at the scene. She has been identified as a 34-year-old member of the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation. Her family has be...
May 05, 2025
Read More
Saskatchewan
Conservatives choose Andrew Scheer as interim Opposition leader
The Conservative caucus has chosen Saskatchewan MP-elect Andrew Scheer as the interim Opposition leader in the House of Commons to lead the party in Parliament during the spring sitting.Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre lost his re-election bid to represent the riding of Carleton on April 28, and cannot serve as the...
1h ago
Read More
31st annual McHappy Day
McHappy Day returns Thursday: Join Canadians in supporting families with sick and injured children
It's a deliciously easy way to support fellow Canadians.The 31st McHappy Day event takes place on Thursday, May 8 with McDonald's and local independent franchisees contributing a portion of proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities across the country. RMHC Saskatchewan provides essential programs in a comforting envi...
4h ago
Read More
Home prices in Saskatchewan hit record high in April, as inventory remains low
Home prices hit record highs in Saskatchewan last month, but inventory levels remain low across the province.According to data published by the Saskatchewan Realtors Association, the province's residential benchmark price rose from $353,600 in March up to a record high of $360,500 last month, representing a jump of mor...
5h ago
Read More
RCMP detachment phones down in Sask., 911 not impacted
The Saskatchewan RCMP is having some technical difficulties with phone lines.In a statement issued Tuesday morning, the RCMP said detachments in Saskatchewan are "currently experiencing issues with their detachment telephone services," though 911 service has not been impacted."When an external person cal...
8h ago
Read More
PM goes to Washington
After tough talk, Trump radiates warmth in person for Canada's new prime minister
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump welcomed Canada's new prime minister, Mark Carney, with a bit of menace on social media, only to then turn on the charm and hospitality once the two leaders were sitting together in the Oval Office on Tuesday."I just want to congratulate you," Trump told Carney on his ...
8h ago
Read More
MMIWG2S+
'We do matter': Meadow Lake marks Red Dress Day with stories of loss and resilience
The Northwest Friendship Centre and Northwest College (NWC) held a remembrance walk Monday in Meadow Lake to mark National Red Dress Day and honour missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people (MMIWG2S+).Each step taken reflected the sorrow and hope of families still searching for answers.Among th...
May 05, 2025
Read More
Local Sports
Battlefords North Stars
North Stars alumni, Connor Logan hired as new Head Coach and General Manager
The Battlefords North Stars announced the hiring of Connor Logan this morning as the team's new Head Coach and General Manager for the upcoming season. Logan, who played for the North Stars and won a championship with the team during the 2016-17 season said he looks forward to coming back to the community. "I carr...
7h ago
Read More
Rider Nation
Riders Plaza of Honour adds Chris Best, Alex Smith Sr. and Steve Molnar
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have announced who will be heading into the Plaza of Honour in 2025.Offensive lineman Chris Best and long-time assistant coach Alex Smith Sr. are the two new inductees. Running back Steve Molnar was announced for the 2024 plaza and was set to go in posthumously but an illness in the family ...
May 05, 2025
Read More
Family Legacy
'It was a dream come true': Martin Smith cherishes time as North Stars head coach
With the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season officially at a close, the Battlefords North Stars say a fond farewell to head coach Martin Smith as he is no longer filling the position for next season. Smith, who is a Battlefords native, has a long family legacy with the organization, from wearing the Black a...
May 02, 2025
Read More
Striking Gold
Local bowling team wins Nationals in Saskatoon
Team Saskatchewan A rolled their way to victory in Saskatoon this past weekend, capturing gold at the Inter Provincial 5 Pin Bowling Championship. The team representing Western Saskatchewan saw bowlers Leonard Lapierre (Lasburn) Bridget Berg (Rosetown), Yvonne Markewich (Biggar), Mat Harrabek (Biggar) and coach Alvin A...
May 01, 2025
Read More
Local talent
Big River's Klassen drafted by Lions in CFL draft
You might start to see a few B.C. Lions jerseys in Saskatchewan next CFL season, especially in the small community of Big River. Now a member of the University of Regina Rams football team, offensive lineman Connor Klassen was selected with the final pick in the fourth round, 37th overall by the B.C. Lions in Tuesday's...
May 01, 2025
Read More
Into the swing of things
Local golf courses are open and ready for the season
With the grass getting green and the sun shining bright, golf courses in the local area are open and ready for golfers to hit the fairway. Jackfish Lodge Golf Course Jackfish Lodge Golf Course was the first to tee off as they had their opening weekend from April 18 to 20, but were closed the following week. They offici...
Apr 30, 2025
Read More
Battlefords Profiles
In the business of confidence
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop opens in North Battleford, blending tradition with contemporary style
The barbershop. Traditionally identified with a spinning pole of white, red and blue stripes that also symbolized a place to go for comradery, to catch up on local news and walk away with a fresh new style. Now, North Battleford is set to experience that longstanding tradition, albeit with a contemporary flair, as Tomm...
Dec 10, 2024
Read More
Nursing education
New early admission option to help alleviate tight timeline for nursing students
You've decided you want to become a registered nurse? Exciting! Nursing has so many career paths, there's a place for everyone to find their passion. Plus, registered nurses are in high demand, so by choosing this career, you're setting yourself up for opportunity, stability, and the ability to work almost anywhere. Wh...
Nov 18, 2024
Read More
Nursing
Become a Registered Nurse in North Battleford
Dr. Eli Ahlquist (BSN'04) is president & CEO of North West College, University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing alumnus, and a proud registered nurse. When Dr. Ahlquist was studying to complete his Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, he had the choice to study in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, or Regi...
Oct 20, 2024
Read More
Canada
Mother visiting from Philippines was among Vancouver festival victims
Family members and friends of those killed in a vehicle attack at a Vancouver festival are coming forward to tell the stories of their loved ones. A 30-year-old man faces second-degree murder charges over the attack that killed 11 people at the Lapu Lapu Day festival. Here is what we know about some of the victims: Mar...
39m ago
Read More
Alberta separatism talk goes too far in B.C., but some concerns get sympathy
VANCOUVER - Politicians and business leaders in British Columbia say talk of separation in Alberta is an opening for better co-operation between Ottawa and Western provinces, but dividing the country is a step too far. The reactions come after Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said this week that she would put the issue t...
1h ago
Read More
Quebec to set 150-metre limit between schools and supervised injection sites
QUÉBEC - The Quebec government has tabled legislation that would ensure a minimum 150-metre distance between supervised injection sites and schools and daycares. Social Services Minister Lionel Carmant says the bill would grant his department new powers to approve or refuse a new site allowing the supervised con...
1h ago
Read More
Permanent memorial being considered after Vancouver festival crash, organizer says
VANCOUVER - The chair of the group that organized a festival in Vancouver where 11 people were killed says talks are underway to set up a permanent memorial near the site of the tragedy. RJ Aquino with Filipino BC says he has seen strangers leave as friends after bonding over grief at the memorial site along the fence ...
1h ago
Read More
Highlights from PM Carney's meeting with Trump in Washington
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump met Tuesday in Washington for their first face-to-face discussion of U.S.-Canada relations and Trump's ongoing trade war. Here are some highlights from the meeting, which Carney described as both "wide-ranging" and "constructive." C...
2h ago
Read More
Danielle Smith dismisses Doug Ford's warning against separatist threats from Alberta
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging her Ontario counterpart Doug Ford to mind his own business when it comes to talk of separating from Canada. Smith announced this week that she doesn't want Alberta to leave Canada but, if enough residents sign a petition asking for a referendum on it, she'll make sure...
3h ago
Read More
World
The Latest: India fires missiles across the border with Pakistan, killing at least 1, officials say
India fired missiles across the border into Pakistani-controlled territory in at least three locations early Wednesday, killing at a child and wounding two other people, Pakistani security officials said. India said it was striking infrastructure used by militants. Tensions have soared between the nuclear-armed neighbo...
1h ago
Read More
Trump says only 21 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza now believed to be alive
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump said Tuesday that three hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have died, leaving only 21 believed to be still living. "As of today, it's 21, three have died," Trump said of the hostages being held by Hamas, noting until recently it had been 24 people believed to be living. He...
1h ago
Read More
An Israeli plan to seize the Gaza Strip is met with alarm
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - An Israeli plan to seize the Gaza Strip and expand the military operation has alarmed many in the region. Palestinians are exhausted and hopeless, pummeled by 19 months of heavy bombing. Families of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza are terrified that the possibility of a ceasef...
1h ago
Read More
India fires missiles across the frontier with Pakistan, killing at least 1 child, officials say
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) - India fired missiles across the border into Pakistani-controlled territory in at least three locations early Wednesday, killing at a child and wounding two other people, Pakistani security officials said. India said it was striking infrastructure used by militants. The strikes came amid soari...
2h ago
Read More
Civil rights lawsuit filed in Florida deputy's killing of US Airman Roger Fortson
The family of a U.S. airman who was fatally shot by a Florida sheriff's deputy inside his own home in 2024 filed a federal civil rights lawsuit Tuesday over his killing. The complaint filed in a Pensacola courthouse alleges that Deputy Eddie Duran used excessive and unconstitutional deadly force when he shot Senior Air...
3h ago
Read More
Conservative leader Merz overcomes historic defeat to become Germany's chancellor
BERLIN (AP) - Conservative leader Friedrich Merz succeeded Tuesday in becoming Germany's next chancellor, drawing applause and a palpable sense of relief in the parliament chamber after a historic loss in the first round of voting threatened the new government's promises of stability. No other postwar candidate for Ger...
5h ago
Read More
