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Battlefords

Wandering Spirit
'Alive and well': Wandering Spirit narrative re-examined at commemoration event
At Fort Battleford, there is a headstone with the names of eight men who were part of Canada's largest mass hanging following the resistance of 1885. Among the names etched in the stone is Wandering Spirit. The mass grave, however, harbours a secret: beneath the earth, his body is not among those who lie beneath, but r...
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HOUSE FIRE
Traffic restrictions in place as fire crews respond to house fire in North Battleford
A section of 16th Avenue and 104th Street is blocked as firefighters and Community Safety Officers responded to a house fire on Friday.The cause of the fire is unknown, but all residents evacuated safely and no injuries were reported. Drivers are advised to use caution in the area as crews remain on scene.More details ...
Feb 21, 2025
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Warmth is here
Old Man Winter's grip on Saskatchewan loosens as warmth arrives
The deep freeze is over, and it looks like the warmer weather will stick around for a while. Brian Proctor of Environment and Climate Change Canada told northeastNOW that temperatures will remain above normal into next week. "Warm weather looks like it's going to be with us right through the end of February, maybe...
Feb 21, 2025
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Police
Heavy police presence in Lloydminster
RCMP has issued an advisory of heavy police presence in the areas of 50 Street near 49 Avenue and 57 Avenue near 50 Street in Lloydminster. Currently, there isn't an ongoing risk to the public's safety and police ask that people avoid the area. Further updates will be provided when available. --cjnb-news@pattisonmedia....
Feb 20, 2025
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UNDETERMINED CASE
Cause of Wednesday house fire undetermined
Investigators can't officially pin down what started a house fire Wednesday morning in North Battleford, so the cause is still considered undetermined.The City of North Battleford confirmed the home was unoccupied at the time of the blaze and no injuries were reported. The structure is considered a total loss.Firefight...
Feb 20, 2025
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BREAK-AND-ENTER
Two teens charged in North Battleford armed home invasion
Two youth are facing charges after a break and enter at a home in North Battleford on Feb. 15. Battlefords RCMP were called to a house on 108th Street around 4:30 a.m. Police say the suspects kicked in the door, assaulted a resident, and pointed a firearm before fleeing. The victim was treated at the scene for minor in...
Feb 20, 2025
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Saskatchewan

First Nations
Government of Canada announces settlement of failed treaty promises in Sask.
The Government of Canada announced several settlement agreements made with First Nations in Saskatchewan on Friday.The federal government said it was compensating 14 different First Nations to the tune of $1.72 billion for longstanding claims.The settlements are intended to address failed treaty promises which would ha...
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Wrestling
Proud American wrestler challenges Canada in steel cage
A professional wrestler whose character waves the American flag when he makes his way to the wrestling ring feels Canada would benefit greatly from accepting President Trump's offer and becoming the 51st state.Danny Duggan is part of Canadian Wrestling Elite's (CWE) latest tour through Saskatchewan which includes stops...
Feb 21, 2025
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Music, songwriting, dancing and the lightning round. We chat with Katelyn Lehner on the Closeup.
Katelyn Lehner, who grew up in Prince Albert, is a trained classical vocalist, and previous Team Canada Track and Field athlete, she's now using these...
Feb 21, 2025
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Court
Indigenous healer admits to sexually assaulting 12 women across Saskatchewan
A Saskatchewan man who said he was an Indigenous healer has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting 12 women.Cecil Wolfe, 63, entered the pleas Wednesday in Saskatoon court.The alleged offences occurred between 2013 and 2021 with the victims coming from the communities of Loon Lake, Blaine Lake, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, ...
Feb 21, 2025
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"A PART OF SASKATCHEWAN'S DNA"
Over four decades of dedication: Sask. cameraman Gord Barnett at the heart of TeleMiracle
Since TeleMiracle 2 in 1978, Gord Barnett has been a steadfast part of Saskatchewan's beloved 20-hour telethon. The retired cameraman from Prince Albert now lives in Ontario, but still makes a special trip back to the province each year to be part of the production crew. He said the annual cross-country trek is well wo...
Feb 20, 2025
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Buliding code
Province steps back from planned changes to building code tiers
Citing the need to not add to the red tape surrounding construction of new homes in Saskatchewan, the province said recently that builders will not be required to construct new homes at a higher energy efficiency. A planned advance to Level 2 of the National Building Code will be rolled back as soon as the legislature ...
Feb 20, 2025
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Local Sports

3-2 win
North Stars pull through in clash against Kindersley
It was a barn burner last night for the Battlefords North Stars at the Inter Pipeline Arena in Kindersley as emotions were high and fights erupted, but in the end the North Stars ended up walking away with a 3-2 win over division rival, Kindersley Klippers. Coming out for the first, it was North Stars' Seth Dragan who ...
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SWIM MEETS
Battlefords Orcas surge with record-breaking swim in Saskatoon
The Battlefords Orcas aren't just treading water-they're making waves.The swim club dove into the Saskatoon Goldfins Winter Whiteout and surfaced with a wave of personal bests, provincial qualifications and unmistakable team spirit.The nine-swimmer squad, led by Head Coach Lyne de Montarnal, took on the swim meet at th...
Feb 21, 2025
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Battlefords Pride
Hometown Hero: Jordan Grill's final year with the North Stars
A 'Crosby' stick and a ball is how the journey began for Battlefords product Jordan Grill and now, he represents the community by sporting the black and silver at the Access Communications Centre with an 'A' on his chest. From making big plays on the ice to setting an example off of it, the North Stars veteran has beco...
Feb 21, 2025
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Brownie the Buffalo
NWC welcomes Brownie
Brownie the Buffalo has grown up and is now a new college student, said North West College who unveiled the fluffy new mascot with a goal to bring "energy, pride, and a community spirit." According to a news release, Brownie is more than a mascot. Rather he serves as a "powerful symbol of strength and re...
Feb 20, 2025
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Team Saskatchewan eliminated from Scotties championship contention
Nancy Martin and Team Saskatchewan have been eliminated from playoff contention at the 2025 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Thunder Bay.Despite the team's 5-3 record heading into the final day of pool play at the tournament, Martin's rink wasn't unable to advance because Saskatchewan didn't have the tiebreaker advanta...
Feb 20, 2025
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8-6 loss
Wild finish results in North Stars falling to Mustangs
There was no shortage of action last night at the Access Communication Centre as the Battlefords North Stars went toe-to-toe with the Melfort Mustangs and after a wild finish, ended up falling short to the Mustangs 8-6.In the first period, the North Stars opened up the scoring early with a powerplay goal, just over two...
Feb 19, 2025
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Canada

Politics
Canadian fans irked by Wayne Gretzky's affiliations with Trump amid tensions
The Canadian hockey legend known as "The Great One" is facing heightened criticism over his political affiliations as tensions between Canada and the U.S. continue to fester.President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed a desire to make Canada the "51st state" of the U.S., prompting mass criticism...
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Jean Perrin brand cheese recalled for E. coli: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled two kinds of Jean Perrin brand cheeses due to a possible pathogenic E. coli contamination. The agency says the recall covers Jean Perrin brand Morbey de Scey and Raclette de Scey cheeses with expiry dates of June 3 and Oct. 3 in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebe...
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Kids by Babyganics sunscreen recalled due to solvent: Health Canada
A children's sunscreen is being recalled after a solvent was found in the product that could pose health risks. Health Canada says SC Johnson & Son, Inc. is recalling some of its Kids by Babyganics SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen Totally Tropical in both its rollerball and continuous spray formats due to monoglyme - also ...
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Petition asking PM to revoke Elon Musk's Canadian citizenship garners support
OTTAWA - Thousands of people have electronically signed a parliamentary petition calling for revocation of Elon Musk's Canadian citizenship over his role in the Trump administration, which is pointedly threatening Canada's sovereignty. The petition, making its way through the House of Commons process, was initiated by ...
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B.C. earthquake triggers concerns over sporadic alerts from national warning system
Southwestern British Columbia is recovering from the shock of Friday's earthquake, which has triggered some concern about the consistency and timing of alerts sent to residents. A federal seismologist says they are looking into the issue, but some variance on alerts sent to mobile devices can and does occur. The earthq...
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Trudeau speaks with Trump about Ukraine, fentanyl fight, PMO says
OTTAWA - The Prime Minister's Office says Justin Trudeau spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about the war in Ukraine on Saturday ahead of a virtual G7 meeting slated for Monday. Earlier this week, Trudeau told reporters that Ukraine must have a seat at the table in any talks on ending hostilities ignited by Russia'...
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World

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing 'degrading' handovers of hostages
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - Israel says the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners is delayed "until the release of the next hostages is guaranteed, and without the degrading ceremonies" at handovers of Israeli captives in Gaza. The statement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office came early Sunday as v...
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Russia-Ukraine War
Trump-Putin summit preparations are underway, Russia says
Preparations are underway for a face-to-face meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russia's deputy foreign minister said Saturday. It marked a clear departure from Western efforts to isolate Moscow over its war in Ukraine.Speaking to Russian state media, Sergei Ryabkov said a...
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Hospital official says gunman killed after shots were fired at a Pennsylvania hospital
YORK, Pa. (AP) - A gunman has been killed after shots were fired Saturday at a hospital in central Pennsylvania, officials said. Officials at UPMC Memorial in York said that no patients were injured and that the gunman is dead. The extent of any other injuries was unclear. Law enforcement is on the premises and is mana...
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World
Pope Francis back in hospital and in critical condition: Vatican
Pope Francis was in critical condition Saturday after he suffered a long asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high flows of oxygen, the Vatican said.The 88-year-old Francis, who has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection, also received blood transfusions after tests showed a condition associat...
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Vatican says Pope Francis is in critical condition
ROME (AP) - Pope Francis was in critical condition Saturday after he suffered a long asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high flows of oxygen, the Vatican said. The 88-year-old Francis, who has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection, also received blood transfusions after tests showed a condi...
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Cholera kills 58 and sickens about 1,300 others in a Sudanese city, officials say
CAIRO (AP) - A cholera outbreak in a Sudanese city killed nearly 60 people and sickened about 1,300 others over the last three days, health authorities said Saturday. The outbreak in the southern city of Kosti was blamed mainly on contaminated drinking water after the city's water plant stopped due to an attack by a no...
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