DRUG BUST
RCMP seize drugs, weapons in Turtleford bust
Three people are facing charges after the Saskatchewan RCMP seized cocaine, a sawed-off shotgun and cash during a bust on Wednesday.Police searched a home in Turtleford, arresting five people-one who tried to flee and was caught with 10.8 grams of cocaine. A vehicle search turned up $2,690, the shotgun and ammunition.A...
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Measles exposure
Measles exposure risk in N.Battleford and Saskatoon
If 10 people are in a room that previously had a person in the infectious period of measles and had coughed in it, nine of those people would become infected. The disease, one of the most contagious in the world, has come to North Battleford. "This case was...confirmed last night," Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu, medic...
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DRUG BUST
RCMP seize drugs, weapons in Turtleford bust
Three people are facing charges after the Saskatchewan RCMP seized cocaine, a sawed-off shotgun and cash during a bust on Wednesday.Police searched a home in Turtleford, arresting five people-one who tried to flee and was caught with 10.8 grams of cocaine. A vehicle search turned up $2,690, the shotgun and ammunition.A...
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GANGS
Mountie talks about gang issues in Saskatchewan
Gangs in Saskatchewan are moving beyond major cities and into smaller communities, using social media and music to recruit young people. Women in gangs are also playing increasingly violent roles, Cpl. Tyler Zrymiak says. At the first annual Gang Prevention Symposium in North Battleford Thursday, Zrymiak of the Saskatc...
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Measles exposure
Measles exposure risk in N.Battleford and Saskatoon
If 10 people are in a room that previously had a person in the infectious period of measles and had coughed in it, nine of those people would become infected. The disease, one of the most contagious in the world, has come to North Battleford. "This case was...confirmed last night," Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu, medic...
19h ago
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MARSHALS
Sask. Marshals first regional headquarters to open in North Battleford this fall
The Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) will establish its first regional headquarters in North Battleford this fall.The headquarters will house an Inspector, 10 Marshals, and civilian support staff."We look forward to working in lockstep with all of our stakeholders and partners including the RCMP as we improve p...
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Manslaughter
Man arrested following death in Pelican Lake
One man is in custody following a death at Pelican Lake First Nation Wednesday.Craig Thomas, age 32, is charged with manslaughter, and appeared in front of a North Battleford Provincial Court judge.Spiritwood RCMP were called to Pelican Lake around 2 a.m. on March 26 for a reported injured person on a pathway. They fou...
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3-2 OT loss
North Stars drop Game 4 at home
It was a tough one last night for the Battlefords North Stars at the Access Communications Centre as they ended up losing 3-2 in overtime to the Weyburn Red Wings in Game 4 of their playoff series.For first period, it was the Red Wings who scored the first and only goal, coming from Jonah Bierd with just under three mi...
Mar 27, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Sask Travel Blog
Social media takeover of 'Saskatchewanderer' features P.A. video creator
Sarah Tweidt has been putting out content about Prince Albert and the surrounding area on her social media since the pandemic."I just really fell in love with our province, and we have so many hidden gems that I really wanted to promote them."Now, she's doing that in an official capacity as she's in the midst...
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GANGS
Mountie talks about gang issues in Saskatchewan
Gangs in Saskatchewan are moving beyond major cities and into smaller communities, using social media and music to recruit young people. Women in gangs are also playing increasingly violent roles, Cpl. Tyler Zrymiak says. At the first annual Gang Prevention Symposium in North Battleford Thursday, Zrymiak of the Saskatc...
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Spreading Precipitation
Winter weather to blanket Saskatchewan on Thursday
A blast of winter weather is coming to Saskatchewan on Thursday.Environment Canada lead forecaster Brad Vrolijk said a weather disturbance is developing in Alberta, spreading precipitation across Saskatchewan on Thursday."This system is bringing a band of quite heavy snow to the region," Vrolijk explained.&qu...
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Politics
Premier Scott Moe to remove industrial carbon tax rate
Premier Scott Moe took to social media Wednesday afternoon with an announcement about the carbon tax.He said the province is getting rid of its industrial carbon tax rate, calling Saskatchewan the first fully carbon tax-free province in Canada."Now that the two major federal parties and their leaders have announce...
Mar 27, 2025
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Alledged Neglect
Animal abuse trial begins in N.Battleford provincial court
The horse was lying partially upright. Its hind legs were splayed open and its head and muzzle cocked and at an angle. From where the two animal protection officers, the veterinarian and property owner Ellen Haudeck were standing, they could see that the horse was physically frozen to the ground and looked dead. "...
Mar 27, 2025
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Alberta Clipper
Old Man Winter not quite done with Saskatchewan as snow approaches
One last gasp of winter is heading our way. The province will see an Alberta Clipper coming through on Thursday, bringing with it significant precipitation and strong wind. Danielle Desjardins of Environment and Climate Change Canada said the system is expected to arrive overnight into Thursday morning in west-central ...
Mar 26, 2025
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Local Sports
3-2 OT loss
North Stars drop Game 4 at home
It was a tough one last night for the Battlefords North Stars at the Access Communications Centre as they ended up losing 3-2 in overtime to the Weyburn Red Wings in Game 4 of their playoff series.For first period, it was the Red Wings who scored the first and only goal, coming from Jonah Bierd with just under three mi...
Mar 27, 2025
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LOCAL TALENT
Battlefords dancers dazzle with top honours at Medicine Hat competition
Eleven-year-old Charlie Lehman from the Battlefords showed out at the Diamond Dance Xtreme competition in Medicine Hat, Alta. last weekend, earning a DIAMOND standing for her contemporary solo, an honour given to only a few dancers. But Charlie wasn't done there. She also secured an Acro scholarship, giving her the cha...
Mar 26, 2025
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5-3 loss
Tough third period leads to North Stars loss in Game 3
Last night, the Battlefords North Stars were back at the Access Communications Centre for Game 3 of their playoff series against the Weyburn Red Wings and ended up losing 5-3 to go down 2-1 in the series.For the first period, the North Stars opened up the scoring just five minutes in on a goal from Josh Knittig to take...
Mar 26, 2025
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Leader in growing the sport
Meadow Lake wrestling coach named Rivers West Coach of the Year
The community around the sport of wrestling in Saskatchewan is a small but committed one, and a large reason for that community's growth is because of Meadow Lake wrestling coach Chris Brownrigg. This year, Brownrigg is the Rivers West Coach of the Year for his efforts to help grow the sport through coaching both the C...
Mar 25, 2025
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'It's not a fun day': Watford, Butler among Roughrider cuts
The Saskatchewan Roughriders revealed their final cuts heading into the 2019 CFL regular season, with quarterback David Watford and defensive back Crezdon Butler among them.Teams across the league had until 8 p.m. Saturday to finalize their rosters."It's not a fun day when you have to do it," general manager ...
Mar 25, 2025
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SJHL Playoffs
North Stars back at home for Games 3 and 4
After splitting the first two games of their playoffs against the Weyburn Red Wings at Crescent Point Place this past weekend, the Battlefords North Stars are back home at the Access Communications Centre tonight and tomorrow for Games 3 and 4. Looking back at the games on the weekend, the North Stars played well on Fr...
Mar 25, 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
Federal Politics
Trump says he had 'extremely productive' call with PM Carney
U.S. President Donald Trump says he had "an extremely productive call" this morning with Prime Minister Mark Carney.In a shift in tone, Trump is referring to Carney as Canada's prime minister instead of the governor of an American state.Trump wrote on the platform Truth Social that the two can find common gro...
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Estate of late Savoura founder sues helicopter company in 2019 deadly Quebec crash
MONTREAL - A United States helicopter company is facing a $50-million lawsuit in the 2019 crash that killed the founder of a Quebec greenhouse farming company and his teenage son. The estate of Stéphane Roy, the late founder and ex-CEO of Savoura, has launched a lawsuit against Robinson Helicopter Company Inc. i...
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Vancouver abortion and reproductive health clinic to shut after 35 years
VANCOUVER - A Vancouver abortion and reproductive health clinic that has operated for more than three decades is shutting its doors due to funding uncertainty. The Elizabeth Bagshaw Clinic says the facility's lease is set to run out this summer, and relocating and investing in a new site "did not make sense" ...
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Ottawa posts $26.8 billion deficit for April-to-January period
OTTAWA - The federal government posted a budgetary deficit of $26.8 billion for the April-to-January period of its 2024-25 fiscal year. The result compared with a deficit of $25.7 billion for the same period a year earlier. According to the Finance Department's monthly fiscal monitor, revenue for the 10-month period to...
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CP NewsAlert: Mark Carney set to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump this morning
OTTAWA - A White House official says Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump this morning. More to come. Dylan Robertson, The Canadian Press
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Wintry conditions hitting much of Canada, commuter chaos and power outages possible
A blast of wintry weather across a swath of Canada is expected to disrupt commutes and bring possible power outages as a long line of warnings stretch from Edmonton to the shores of Lake Ontario. Environment Canada says the bulk of the notices are made up of snowfall warnings and in southern Ontario they turn into free...
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World
Vance and wife tour US military base in Greenland after diplomatic spat over uninvited visit
NUUK, Greenland (AP) - Vice President JD Vance, his wife and other senior U.S. officials visited an American military base in Greenland on Friday in a trip that was scaled back after an uproar among Greenlanders and Danes who were irked that the original itinerary was planned without consulting them. The revised trip t...
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South Carolina inmate chooses to die by firing squad like the last condemned inmate before him
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A second South Carolina death row inmate has asked to die by firing squad just five weeks after the state carried out its first death by bullets. Mikal Mahdi chose the firing squad Friday. His execution is scheduled for April 11. Mahdi was convicted for killing a police officer with a gun he stole...
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Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to lift an order barring deportations under wartime law
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court for permission to resume deportations of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador under an 18th century wartime law, while a court fight continues. The emergency appeal to the high court follows a rejection of the Republican administration's plea to...
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Powerful earthquake rocks Thailand and Myanmar, killing at least 3 in Bangkok high-rise collapse
BANGKOK (AP) - A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighboring Thailand on Friday, killing at least three people in Bangkok and burying dozens when a high-rise building under construction collapsed. Footage shared on social media from Myanmar's second-largest city showed widespread destruction, raising fears that ...
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Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) - Israel has launched an attack on the Lebanese capital, Beirut, for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war in November. Associated Press reporters in Beirut heard a large boom and witnessed smoke rising from the area that Israel's military had vowed to strike. THIS ...
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King Charles III seen in public one day after hospitalization for cancer treatment side effects
King Charles III was seen in public on Friday for first time since his brief hospitalization for the side effects from his cancer treatment. Charles waved to people as he left his residence at Clarence House in London by car Friday morning. The king canceled his engagements for Thursday afternoon and Friday after his b...
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