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'We need presence': MLTC presses province as police shortages fuel First Nations public-safety crisis
Leaders with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) feel their communities are facing a public-safety crisis fuelled by chronic RCMP shortages, long response times and a policing model that they believ...
Nov 19, 2025
Getting to know Battlefords North Stars forward Adam Konowalchuk
Maple Ridge, B.C. native Adam Konowalchuk is in his first year with the Battlefords North Stars after previously playing junior hockey in different leagues in his home province, including the Kerry Pa...
Nov 19, 2025
‘Leaders of tomorrow’: Chief Cody Benson of Red Pheasant Cree Nation swears in student council
An election recently took place on Red Pheasant Cree Nation - one that could potentially foreshadow the future of local politicians.Students at Clifford Wuttunee School participated in a swearing-in c...
Nov 19, 2025
Art exhibit showcases found collection of traditional moccasins
Scott Robertson nearly cried when he discovered a small collection of moccasins while cleaning out his father's basement this summer. In June, Robertson Trading - a cherished landmark and hub in North...
Nov 19, 2025
Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks look to maintain perfect record after long break
The Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks haven't played since Oct. 26 when they took down the Weyburn Gold Wings. Despite that, they still sit in first place in the league with a record of 9-0-1-0 (W-L-OT...
Nov 19, 2025
Battlefords Youth Forum gives teens a voice through interactive learning
Whether it's questions about self-confidence or banking, curious youth will have the opportunity to get some of them answered during the seventh annual Battlefords Youth Forum.The event began in 2018 ...
Nov 19, 2025
From a Saskatoon writer's workshop to millions of readers: next up, Hollywood
It was easy for author Alan Bradley to accept an invitation few creators get - a chance to step into his mind's eye. From the Isle of Man, he travelled to the production set of a 1950s era England whi...
Nov 19, 2025
Police dog helps track down break-and-enter suspects in North Battleford
A quick response by Battlefords RCMP and Police Dog Services led to the arrest of two people after a break and enter earlier this month.Police were called on Nov. 8 to a home on Meadow Lark Lane, wher...
Nov 19, 2025
Smoke expected near Wearing Road as city carries out controlled burn
Don't be alarmed if you see smoke rising from North Battleford's landfill this week - the City says a controlled burn is underway at the Waste Management Facility.City staff began burning clean wood a...
Nov 19, 2025
Alert Ready system to undergo public test across Canada
Canada's national public alerting system is scheduled to be tested across the country today.A test message and tone from Alert Ready will be broadcast on television, radio and compatible wireless devi...
Nov 19, 2025