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North Battleford man charged with first-degree murder in shooting death
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a shooting that resulted in the death of Jordan Wright in North Battleford on Feb. 2.Charged with first degree murder is 26-year-old ...
Dec 09, 2024
Métis National Council elects new president after months of internal turmoil
OTTAWA - The Mtis National Council says it has elected a new president after months of turmoil that saw the once-united organization splinter and have its legitimacy questioned. In a news release, the...
Dec 09, 2024
'I still have a lot more to give to this game:' retired Als lineman Kristian Matte
MONTREAL - Kristian Matte is done being a football player, but he's not finished with the game. The veteran offensive lineman retired Thursday after 14 CFL seasons, all with the Montreal Alouettes. On...
Dec 09, 2024
Still only one legal bet book in Saskatchewan
Sorry gamblers, Play Now is still the only legal site in Saskatchewan. "Sports betting seems to be something folks are much more interested in," said Brian Miller, director of communications with Lott...
Dec 09, 2024
QB Tre Ford approaches upcoming CFL season armed with Elks' vote of confidence
EDMONTON - Tre Ford not only has a new contract, he finally has a vote of confidence from the Edmonton Elks. The quarterback from Niagara Falls, Ont., met with the media at Commonwealth Stadium on Mon...
Dec 09, 2024
Search for Quebec hiker missing in Adirondacks now likely a recovery mission
MONTREAL - Authorities in New York state say the search for a 22-year-old Quebec hiker who went missing in the Adirondacks more than a week ago is now likely a recovery mission. The New York State For...
Dec 09, 2024
Wait times grow amid Canada Post strike as backlogs and frustration build
It's almost two weeks since Darren Solomon had a working fridge. The appliance's compressor conked out on Nov. 26 and he's been waiting for a replacement part ever since. The supplier he spoke with la...
Dec 09, 2024
Trudeau says dealing with Trump will be "a little more challenging" than last time
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says dealing with incoming president Donald Trump and his thundering on trade will be "a little more challenging" than the last time he was in the White House. T...
Dec 09, 2024
Pack the Patrol Unit sees success; raises over $3,000 and 2,500 pounds of supplies for animal shelter
It's another win for all the shelter puppies and kitties this winter.North Battleford Community Safety Officers, along with Battlefords Citizens on Patrol and Battlefords North Star, partnered last Fr...
Dec 09, 2024
Ontario First Nations mull next steps on child welfare amid various legal opinions
OTTAWA - First Nations leaders are split over next steps after a landmark $47.8 billion child welfare reform deal with Canada was struck down, prompting differing legal opinions from both sides. The A...
Dec 09, 2024