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Omicron now dominant strain of COVID in P.A. and North Battleford: study
The Omicron variant is now the dominant strain of COVID in Prince Albert and North Battleford.That's according to the University of Saskatchewan which has been studying wastewater in the two communiti...
Jan 12, 2022

A look at the latest COVID-19 developments in Canada
A look at the latest COVID-19 news in Canada: - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that while he supports measures to encourage vaccination, he needs more details before taking a stance on Quebec's co...
Jan 12, 2022

RCMP Report Pt. 1: Assault suspect arrested for knife incident
A 35 year-old man in Battleford was arrested on Jan. 9, following an assault involving a knife.The detachment received a call that morning from a residence on the 300 block of 32nd St. in Battleford, ...
Jan 12, 2022

1/6 panel requests interview from GOP leader Kevin McCarthy
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House panel investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection requested an interview and records from House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday, shifting their investigation to...
Jan 12, 2022

Five to watch: Canada boasts Paralympic stars on the ice and snow
The dust has barely settled on the Tokyo Paralympics, and the Winter Paralympics in Beijing are just 50 days from opening. The Canadian team captured 28 medals -- eight gold, four silver and 16 bronze...
Jan 12, 2022

Forge FC confirms signing of two former Pacific FC attackers
Forge FC has confirmed the signing of forward Terran Campbell and midfielder Alessandro Hojabrpour, who helped Pacific FC to the Canadian Premier League title last month. In a departure from normal pr...
Jan 12, 2022

Stars see schedule shuffled, return to play Friday
Due to the continued COVID situation affecting the Flin Flon Bombers, the Battlefords North Stars have seen their Saturday-Sunday back-to-backs with the Bombers postponed. However, the team will still...
Jan 12, 2022

'Nothing he couldn't do:' 101-year-old Metis veteran remembered for enduring legacy
A 101-year-old Metis veteran is being remembered for his powerful legacy, quiet strength and infinite kindness. Louis Roy died Tuesday at a long-term care home in the northern Saskatchewan village of ...
Jan 12, 2022

'Sincere regret.' Hockey P.E.I. admits to mishandling racist incident at recent game
CHARLOTTETOWN - The organization that oversees organized hockey in Prince Edward Island has admitted to mishandling its response to a racist act during a game last month. Hockey P.E.I. issued a statem...
Jan 12, 2022

Mounties urge Supreme Court to allow class action on bullying to proceed
OTTAWA - Mounties waging a class action against the RCMP over bullying and harassment are telling the Supreme Court to reject a federal move to have the suit thrown out. The lead plaintiffs, veteran R...
Jan 12, 2022