Tariffs
Sask. is keeping 54 U.S.A. alcohol brands made in Canada
The province said due to concerns they heard about their announcement on Friday banning certain alcohol products, they've decided on a new approach - focusing on removing U.S.-produced alcohol.The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) released a list of more than 50 American alcohol brands it won't be purchas...
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Legal precedence
Judge gives Thunderchild First Nation deadline for financial disclosure
Thunderchild First Nation has been given a shorter timeline than they wanted to prepare and release missing financial records from the last decade. The Federal Court of Canada's Madame Justice Blackhawk ruled last week that band leadership must prepare and publish multiple years of financial records. The band had asked...
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Election boundary changes
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Digital farming
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City council to discuss tax enforcement, budget shortfall, higher fines
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Radiothon to 'keep STARS in the sky' takes off April 1
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College funding
NWC receives $11M in funding from province
With economic uncertainty hanging over Saskatchewan and the rest of Canada, North West College is taking the temperature and planning for its future. "Colleges in this type of environment play a very pivotal role if there is a very significant impact on the economy," said Dr. Eli Ahlquist, president and CEO. ...
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2-1 Win
Sharks take Game 2 over Stars
Yesterday, the Battlefords AAA Sharks were at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon for Game 2 of the Sask. Female U18 AAA Hockey League finals against the Saskatoon Stars and won 2-1 to tie the series.In the first period, the Stars opened up the scoring with a goal from Halle Duchene to take an early 1-0 lead. The Sharks ...
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MEETING PREVIEW
City council to discuss tax enforcement, budget shortfall, higher fines
The City of North Battleford council will tackle a range of issues at its meeting tonight, including a proposed tax enforcement policy, funding for a water system upgrade and changes to the city's traffic bylaw.Tax enforcement policy up for approvalCouncil is expected to vote on a new tax enforcement policy, which woul...
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Stars radio
Radiothon to 'keep STARS in the sky' takes off April 1
For the fifth year, an integral part of emergency services in Saskatchewan is in need of community support. The STARS Critical Care on the Air radiothon, presented by BPH will take place April 1 and 2. "We are raising funds for the operating costs that it takes to keep STARS in the sky above Saskatchewan," sa...
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Puppy Love
Battlefords Humane Society celebrates National Puppy Day
It was a life-changing moment for a little black Pitbull-Labrador mix named Lisa. While the excited little puppy no older than four months was getting scratches and head rubs from her new mom, Natasha Routly said, "You're going to have a home to come home to." With Lisa in their arms, Natasha's husband Mike e...
Mar 23, 2025
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AAA Sharks
Sharks drop Game 1 of finals to Saskatoon
Last night, the Battlefords AAA Sharks took on the Saskatoon Stars in Game 1 of the Sask. Female U18 AAA Hockey League finals and ended up losing 3-0 at the Battleford Arena.The Stars opened up the scoring in the first period with two goals, the first one from Rachel Pavlove to go up 1-0, and the second one from Claire...
Mar 23, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Tariffs
Sask. is keeping 54 U.S.A. alcohol brands made in Canada
The province said due to concerns they heard about their announcement on Friday banning certain alcohol products, they've decided on a new approach - focusing on removing U.S.-produced alcohol.The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) released a list of more than 50 American alcohol brands it won't be purchas...
13h ago
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Legal precedence
Judge gives Thunderchild First Nation deadline for financial disclosure
Thunderchild First Nation has been given a shorter timeline than they wanted to prepare and release missing financial records from the last decade. The Federal Court of Canada's Madame Justice Blackhawk ruled last week that band leadership must prepare and publish multiple years of financial records. The band had asked...
13h ago
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Election boundary changes
Local constituencies changing shape in 2025
The federal election is upon us, and there are some changes of note for residents in local communities. A new election map has led to electoral ridings being altered, meaning many will be voting in a different constituency in 2025 than they did in the last vote in 2021. Here are the new constituencies in the 2025 Feder...
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Federal leaders enter first full day on campaign trail in five-week election
OTTAWA - Liberal Leader Mark Carney will try to inject some Canadian symbolism and pride to his election campaign today with a stop in Gander, Nfld.The town in northeastern Newfoundland famously fed and housed thousands of passengers - most of them Americans - when flights were grounded after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrori...
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Federal Election 2025
'There's only one poll that really counts': Hoback not fazed by changing dynamics of federal politics
A political science professor at the University of Saskatchewan is analyzing shifts in the impending election as the country navigates through the twists and turns of the trade conflict with the United States.Daniel Westlake said when the election was about the cost of living and healthcare, the Liberals were in real t...
Mar 22, 2025
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Education
$2M to improve literacy for K-3 students set aside in Sask. budget
Following through on a promise in the Speech from the Throne, the Government of Saskatchewan set aside $2 million in its spring budget to improve literacy levels for students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 across the province.Education Minister Everett Hindley said improving reading levels is something everyone agrees...
Mar 22, 2025
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Local Sports
2-1 Win
Sharks take Game 2 over Stars
Yesterday, the Battlefords AAA Sharks were at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon for Game 2 of the Sask. Female U18 AAA Hockey League finals against the Saskatoon Stars and won 2-1 to tie the series.In the first period, the Stars opened up the scoring with a goal from Halle Duchene to take an early 1-0 lead. The Sharks ...
16h ago
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AAA Sharks
Sharks drop Game 1 of finals to Saskatoon
Last night, the Battlefords AAA Sharks took on the Saskatoon Stars in Game 1 of the Sask. Female U18 AAA Hockey League finals and ended up losing 3-0 at the Battleford Arena.The Stars opened up the scoring in the first period with two goals, the first one from Rachel Pavlove to go up 1-0, and the second one from Claire...
Mar 23, 2025
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Back to even
North Stars tie the series with strong Game 2
The Battlefords North Stars had a huge bounce back in Game 2 against the Weyburn Red Wings last night, beating them 5-2 to tie the playoff series 1-1.In the first period, the North Stars opened up the scoring just past the midway point of the period, coming from Colton Getzlaff to take a 1-0 lead. Shortly after that, t...
Mar 23, 2025
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SJHL Playoffs
North Stars fall short of comeback in Game 1 against Weyburn
It was Game 1 of the first round of playoffs last night for the Battlefords North Stars and after an exciting close contest, they fell short 4-3 in a comeback attempt against the Weyburn Red Wings at Crescent Point Place in Weyburn. For the first period, the North Stars came out at full throttle, creating good rushes a...
Mar 22, 2025
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Playoff Preview
North Stars gear up for first round matchup versus Red Wings
The time has finally come, it's playoffs in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) and the Battlefords North Stars are getting ready to take on the third seed, Weyburn Red Wings in their first-round series.Weyburn finished off the regular season with a 35-19-2-0 (W-L-OTL-SOL) record for 72 points but in their fou...
Mar 21, 2025
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North West AA Stars
U15 Stars on the hunt for North division title
After beating the Saskatoon Stallions 2-1 in a three-game series, the North West U15 AA Stars now make their way to Saskatoon tonight to take on the Saskatoon Bandits in game one of the North Division finals in the Sask. AA Hockey League. The Bandits were one of the best teams during the regular season, boasting a 24-1...
Mar 19, 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
In the news today: Poll suggests Liberal lead over Conservatives is growing
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Liberals hold six-point lead over Conservatives: Leger poll A new poll suggests that the federal Liberals are widening their lead over the Conservatives. The poll, conducted by Leger for The Canadian Press, suggests that 44 per ce...
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Quebec budget expected to include record deficit, measures to address tariff threats
QUÉBEC - Quebec's finance minister is set to table a budget today with a focus on shoring up businesses and workers as U.S. tariff threats continue to sow economic turmoil. Eric Girard has confirmed the budget for the coming fiscal year will include a projected deficit of more than $11 billion, surpassing the re...
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Internal report finds major flaws in program to recruit foreign nurses to Quebec
MONTREAL - Foreign nurses recruited to Quebec through a provincial government program faced "major obstacles" upon their arrival, including a lack of housing, child care and transportation, according to an internal report. A rigorous training schedule, culture shock and fear of failure caused severe stress am...
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Liberals hold six-point lead over Conservatives: Leger poll
OTTAWA - The federal Liberals are pushing further ahead of the Conservatives in voter support, and almost one in two Canadians surveyed said they think the Liberals will win the election, a new poll suggests. The survey, conducted by Leger for The Canadian Press, reports that 44 per cent of decided voters surveyed woul...
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Police in B.C. say girl, 5, revived with naloxone after fentanyl overdose
MISSION, B.C. - Police in Mission, B.C., say a five-year-old girl was sent to hospital last week after she apparently overdosed on fentanyl, requiring multiple doses of naloxone to revive her. Mission RCMP say emergency responders were called to a home on Nottman Street on Thursday, where they found the child unconscio...
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U.S. ferry company 'unintentionally' flew Canadian flag upside down entering Victoria
SEATTLE - The operator of a ferry service between Vancouver Island and Washington state says it's sorry for "unintentionally" raising the Canadian flag upside down as it entered Victoria harbour on Sunday. The Black Ball Ferry Line, which runs a ferry between Victoria and Port Angeles, Wash., says raising the...
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World
Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini acquitted again at second trial of financial wrongdoing at FIFA
MUTTENZ, Switzerland (AP) - Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini won again in court Tuesday and now lead 2-0 in trial verdicts against Swiss federal prosecutors. The former FIFA president and former UEFA president were acquitted for a second time on charges of fraud, forgery, mismanagement and misappropriation of more than ...
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A Japanese court orders the dissolution of the Unification Church, report says
TOKYO (AP) - A Japanese court on Tuesday issued an order to dissolve the Unification Church, upholding the government request for a revocation, NHK television said. Tokyo District Court's revocation of the church's legal status means it will lose its tax-exempt privilege and must liquidate its assets. The church can st...
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Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns after 5 years in the position
The head of the beleaguered U.S. Postal Service, Louis DeJoy, resigned Monday after nearly five years in the position and following protests last weekend by postal workers concerned about the direction of the agency. DeJoy had said last month he planned to step down but hadn't set a date. Deputy Postmaster General Doug...
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Venezuela-hired lawyers file petition in El Salvador in effort to free Venezuelans deported by US
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) - Lawyers hired by the Venezuelan government filed legal action Monday in El Salvador aimed at freeing the 238 Venezuelans deported by the United States who are being held in a Salvadoran maximum-security prison. Jaime Ortega, who says he represents 30 of the imprisoned Venezuelans, said ...
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Trump's portrait to be taken down at Colorado Capitol after president claimed it was `distorted'
DENVER (AP) - A portrait of President Donald hanging at the Colorado state Capitol will be taken down after Trump claimed it was "purposefully distorted," state officials said Monday. House Democrats said in a statement that the oil painting would be taken down at the request of Republican leaders in the Legi...
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UN says it will reduce its footprint in Gaza and blames Israel for staff member's death
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - The United Nations has said it will "reduce its footprint" in the Gaza Strip after an Israeli tank strike hit one of its compounds last week, killing one staffer and wounding five others. Israel has denied it was behind the March 19 explosion at the U.N. guesthouse in central ...
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