MEETING PREVIEW
North Battleford council to decide on reduced 2025 tax hike, expanded CSO powers
While Canadians await the results of the 2025 federal election Monday night, North Battleford's mayor and councillors will be focused on their eighth regular council meeting of the year - and a busy agenda to tackle.Among all the items on the list, council is expected to finalize a reduced 2025 property tax increase an...
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Court
Court declares mistrial in former world junior hockey players' sex assault case
An Ontario judge has declared a mistrial in the sexual assault case of five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team.The ruling means a new trial will be held for Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube and Callan Foote, who have all pleaded not guilty to sexual assault.McLeod has also plead...
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MEETING PREVIEW
North Battleford council to decide on reduced 2025 tax hike, expanded CSO powers
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In the business of confidence
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop opens in North Battleford, blending tradition with contemporary style
Court
Court declares mistrial in former world junior hockey players' sex assault case
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One Death
RCMP investigating death following altercation in Marshall
Apr 24, 2025
Battlefords
MEETING PREVIEW
North Battleford council to decide on reduced 2025 tax hike, expanded CSO powers
While Canadians await the results of the 2025 federal election Monday night, North Battleford's mayor and councillors will be focused on their eighth regular council meeting of the year - and a busy agenda to tackle.Among all the items on the list, council is expected to finalize a reduced 2025 property tax increase an...
9h ago
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One Death
RCMP investigating death following altercation in Marshall
One man is dead following an altercation with another man at a home in Marshall in the early morning hours of Thursday. Maidstone RCMP received the report after one of the men called for medical help. Officers and emergency services responded to the residence on 2nd Avenue, where both men were suffering from injuries. ...
Apr 24, 2025
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LOCAL TALENT
'Anything is possible': North Battleford Spurs set to represent Canada at Saskatoon World Cup
A tight-knit soccer team from North Battleford will soon step onto the field wearing the red and white. The North Battleford Spurs - a team built on years of friendship, resilience and love for the game - will compete under the Canadian flag at the multicultural tournament over the May long weekend."We're all prou...
Apr 24, 2025
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Fire Ban
Level 1 fire ban issued in R.M. of Frenchman Butte
A level one fire ban has been issued for the Rural Municipality of Frenchman Butte. Effective immediately, all open burning is banned except for fires with supervision such as campfires and barbecues provided there is an extinguishing plan. According to the notice, all burning permits issued are invalid until further n...
Apr 24, 2025
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NDP Opposition
NDP shadow minister addresses health care concerns, allegations of neo-natal transfers out of country
Standing behind a podium fronted by a sign that read 'Time to Deliver,' the visibly pregnant Meara Conway, NDP shadow minister for Rural and Remote Health said it was no accident they were launching in Minister of Health Jeremy Cockrill's constituency."We are seeing increased service disruptions to maternity wards...
Apr 23, 2025
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Court proceedings
Trial dates confirmed for Meadow Lake sex assault case
A total of two weeks have been set aside at Court of King's Bench in Battleford to hear the details of a sexual assault case from Meadow Lake.The trials for Gagandeep Singh Gill and Balraj Sidhu will commence on April 13, 2026. That was determined during a pre-trial hearing last week.In the early morning hours of Feb. ...
Apr 23, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Riders
Running back Ryquell Armstead one of two Rider releases
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided to move on from running back Ryquell Armstead.The CFL club announced the 28-year-old rusher was released on Friday. The Riders also announced defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd would no longer be with the team.Armstead joined the Riders on Sept. 16 after he was released from th...
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First class graduates
Saskatchewan Marshals graduate first class of officers
None of the first class of nine graduates for the Saskatchewan Marshal Service is new to graduation and none are new to policing. As the Marshal Service - newly formed and almost ready to put boots on the ground - prepares to start the work of actual policing, Chief Rob Cameron said it was a historic moment as the vete...
Apr 24, 2025
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DEER MICE
SHA warn of hantavirus risk during spring cleaning
Spring cleaning could come with a deadly health risk.The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning about hantavirus, a rare but potentially fatal illness spread by infected deer mice. "Anyone cleaning storage sheds or recreational vehicles that have been sitting all winter should be aware and take precautions...
Apr 24, 2025
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Ticks
SHA warns residents that tick season is here
The warmer weather is a welcome sight, but there is an unwelcome aspect to spring. Tick checks have become the norm again after the snow melt. Saskatchewan Health Authority Medical Health Officer Dr. Mohammad Khan told northeastNOW that ticks are already out despite the weather just recently becoming warmer. "If y...
Apr 24, 2025
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Provincial
Saskatchewan updates trespassing regulations to help police address issues quickly
The Government of Saskatchewan has passed new regulations in an effort to help police enforce trespassing laws in businesses and public spaces like parks or libraries.Under the new regulations, anyone engaged in certain activities - including public intoxication, using a controlled substance, threatening to cause harm ...
Apr 24, 2025
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Court
Former P.A. resident facing over 100 charges in Saskatoon GPS tracker case
Marty Schira, the man charged in the Saskatoon police GPS tracker investigation, is facing a new wave of charges as the case against him continues to grow.According to Crown prosecutor Christy Pannell, the 46-year-old is now facing over 100 charges that include mischief, intimidation, harassment, fraudulent use of a co...
Apr 24, 2025
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Local Sports
Riders
Running back Ryquell Armstead one of two Rider releases
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided to move on from running back Ryquell Armstead.The CFL club announced the 28-year-old rusher was released on Friday. The Riders also announced defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd would no longer be with the team.Armstead joined the Riders on Sept. 16 after he was released from th...
8h ago
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LOCAL TALENT
'Anything is possible': North Battleford Spurs set to represent Canada at Saskatoon World Cup
A tight-knit soccer team from North Battleford will soon step onto the field wearing the red and white. The North Battleford Spurs - a team built on years of friendship, resilience and love for the game - will compete under the Canadian flag at the multicultural tournament over the May long weekend."We're all prou...
Apr 24, 2025
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Battlefords AAA Stars
AAA Stars wrap up season with awards banquet
The Battlefords AAA Stars ended off their season this past weekend with a night of celebration and recognition at their year-end awards banquet, honouring the players whose dedication and hard work stood out on and off the ice. Finishing the season at ninth overall in the league with a 14-24-4 (W-L-OTL) record for 33 p...
Apr 23, 2025
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Catching Attention
Locals among prospects in final NHL Central Scouting ranking ahead of Draft
Two local hockey players are among the hundreds of prospects in the NHL Central Scouting's final rankings ahead of the upcoming draft. Meadow Lake product and former Battlefords Stars forward Dawson Gerwing ranks 99th among North American skaters, while Prince Albert native and former Mintos netminder Jayden Kraus sits...
Apr 16, 2025
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Battlefords AAA Sharks
Sharks' year-end awards celebrate unforgettable season
The Battlefords AAA Sharks concluded their 2024-25 season with their year-end awards banquet, celebrating the record-breaking campaign that saw them climb to the very top of the Saskatchewan Female U18 AAA Hockey League (SFU18AAAHL). Under the guidance of head coach Nolan Horbach, the Sharks posted their best-ever regu...
Apr 15, 2025
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Battle West Badminton
Junior Badminton Districts wrap up in Unity over the weekend
The gym was buzzing with energy this past weekend at Unity Composite High School (UCHS) as athletes came to compete at the Battle West Junior Badminton Districts. The event featured five different categories: Mixed Doubles, Girls Doubles, Boys Doubles, Girls Singles, and Boys Singles and saw competitors from North Batt...
Apr 14, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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Canada
Canadian delegation among thousands of mourners attending Pope Francis' funeral
Canadians are among the thousands converging on St. Peter's Square this morning to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. Francis died Monday at age 88 and is being remembered as a pontiff dedicated to building bridges and offering compassion to marginalized groups during his 12-year papacy. The Vatican has said the funer...
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Who are Canada's cardinals? A look at the five dignitaries ahead of the papal funeral
Cardinals from around the world are converging on Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis and upcoming meetings that will determine the next leader of the Catholic Church. A three-day public viewing is underway at St. Peter's Basilica ahead of a funeral Saturday. The mourning period is expected to be followed by several d...
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A look at winners of the 2024 National Newspaper Awards handed out in Montreal
Here is a look at the winners of the National Newspaper Awards, handed out Friday night in Montreal. Arts and Entertainment Winner: Tavia Grant, The Globe and Mail, for her work on the Vatican's unfulfilled promises to return cultural items that originated in Indigenous communities in Canada - and how Canada lags behin...
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Globe and Mail, Toronto Star lead the way as National Newspaper Awards handed out
MONTREAL - The Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star were the big winners as the National Newspaper Awards were handed out in Montreal on Friday night. The Globe took home nine of the 23 regular awards, in front of the Toronto Star, which took home six. One of the Globe's awards was shared with the Halifax Chronicle Hera...
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Yukon politicians threaten contempt over mine manager's refusal to answer questions
Yukon politicians could hold an official with the company managing the cleanup of a disaster at the Eagle Gold mine in contempt of Parliament after its officials refused to answer questions in front of the legislature. Debate on a contempt motion in the Yukon legislature was adjourned until Monday after days of duellin...
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Pace of rent increases slows, but housing costs still rising in Metro Vancouver
VANCOUVER - The pace of rent increases in Metro Vancouver slowed last year compared with 2023 and the rental stock is growing, but the regional district says homelessness continues to rise and the wait-list for social housing grows. Metro Vancouver has released its annual housing data, showing rent increases slowed to ...
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World
Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along border in disputed Kashmir overnight
SRINAGAR, India (AP) - Pakistani soldiers fired at Indian posts all along the highly militarized frontier in disputed Kashmir for a second consecutive night, the Indian military said Saturday, as tensions continued to escalate between nuclear-armed rivals following a deadly attack on tourists. The Indian army said in a...
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Woman who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal has died
The woman who accused Britain's Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein has died. She was 41. Virginia Giuffre died by suicide Friday at her farm in Western Australia, her publicist confirmed. "Deeply loving, wise and funny, she was a...
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Judge blocks Trump administration from nixing collective bargaining for most federal employees
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from implementing an executive order that a labor union says would cancel collective bargaining rights for hundreds of thousands of federal employees. U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman ruled that a key part of President Donald Trum...
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6.3 magnitude earthquake in the Pacific Ocean rattles Ecuador
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) - A strong 6.3 earthquake off Ecuador's Pacific coast shook the northern part of the country Friday, with some initial reports of some damages to houses. No injuries were reported. The earthquake was centered in the Pacific Ocean 13 miles (20.9 kilometers) northeast of the city of Esmeraldas, and it...
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Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge in killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO
NEW YORK (AP) - Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Friday to a federal murder charge in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as prosecutors formally declared their intent to seek the death penalty against him. Mangione, 26, stood with his lawyers as he entered the plea, leaning forward toward a microphone ...
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Public viewings of Pope Francis' body have ended after 3 days
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Three days of public viewing of Pope Francis' body by ordinary mourners and statesmen alike ended Friday. Francis died on Monday at age 88 after suffering a stroke. The Vatican said that around 250,000 mourners filed through St. Peter's Basilica over the three days to pay their last respects as Fran...
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