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Haggis, pipes and Highland dancing to set the stage for Battlefords' Robbie Burns Night
For some, it's the haggis that raises eyebrows. For others, it's the sound of bagpipes, the swirl of Highland dancers or the chance to sample a dram of scotch on a cold January night.All of it comes t...
Jan 13, 2026

North Stars’ Connor Logan reflects on the SJHL trade deadline
The SJHL trade deadline has come and gone, and all the teams have made their moves for the rest of the season. While some teams were busier than others, the Battlefords North Stars were maybe the leas...
Jan 13, 2026
Provincial, federal governments announce $10M in crop research funding as tariffs loom
An announcement at the Western Canadian Crop Production Show on Tuesday morning brought an announcement by the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan about a $9.7 million investment in crop research f...
Jan 13, 2026

'A troubling crime': Manhunt underway after man shot during attempted robbery in Lloydminster
A 29-year-old man is expected to recover after being shot during an attempted robbery late Sunday night in Lloydminster, RCMP say.Police were called to the area of 47 Avenue near 27 Street at about 11...
Jan 13, 2026
More support needed to address safety concerns, union representing security says
Confirming escalating rates of violence at all the province's hospitals, the union that represents the security officers who work in those facilities is suggesting the solution lies outside the doors....
Jan 13, 2026

New utility rates, base tax approved as North Battleford council implements 2026 budget
North Battleford city council approved a series of bylaws Monday to implement the city's 2026 budget, formally authorizing new utility rates and frontage-based infrastructure levy.Council passed amend...
Jan 13, 2026

Two arrested after armed robbery in Debden and flight from police
Police officers with guns drawn were observed last week arresting two suspects outside Shellbrook.According to information provided by RCMP, last Thursday's incident had to do with a vehicle stolen fr...
Jan 13, 2026

Healing After Harm Free Support Group
Healing After Harm is a FREE, trauma-informed domestic violence support group for adults impacted by abuse in intimate relationships. This group honours your strength and resilience while offering a s...
Jan 13, 2026
Record-breaking temperatures recorded in 12 Saskatchewan communities on Monday
You probably didn't need to layer on all your winter gear on Monday, with temperatures across the province soaring above zero.Many parts of Saskatchewan were well above their seasonal averages on Jan....
Jan 13, 2026
Scott Moe headed to China with Mark Carney on trade mission
Premier Scott Moe is set to join Prime Minister Mark Carney on a visit to China this week.Moe says they'll be meeting with Chinese officials to discuss the trading relationship between the two countri...
Jan 12, 2026