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Battlefords businesses hope Phase 4 leads to more
The announcement of the province Tuesday, laying out the remaining dates of Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan's fourth phase, is providing more optimism for Battlefords businesses.Robin Petersen of Blend Rest...
Jun 30, 2020
Yukon set to ease border controls on Wednesday
WHITEHORSE - The Yukon government is easing some border control measures established to keep COVID-19 from spreading in the territory. As Yukon enters the second phase of its recovery plan on Wed...
Jun 30, 2020
City rental rates to temporarily increase during COVID-19 restrictions
The City of North Battleford is increasing facility rental rates temporarily due to COVID-19 restrictions.Based on the approved proposal, rental rates for those booking the city's indoor facilities wi...
Jun 30, 2020
Toronto FC defender draws response from MLS over Florida food tweet
"An army marches on its stomach," Napoleon once said. And so do pro sports teams, it appears. Toronto FC defender Omar Gonzalez, who has yet to arrive in Florida for the MLS is Back Tournament, ...
Jun 30, 2020
1 of 2 Oklahoma officers shot during traffic stop dies
TULSA, Okla. - One of the two Tulsa, Oklahoma, police officers who were shot during a traffic stop has died, authorities said Tuesday. Police Chief Wendell Franklin said Sgt. Craig Johnson died Tuesda...
Jun 30, 2020
SIGA casinos to reopen July 9
All seven Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) casino properties in the province are set to re-open to the public the evening of July 9.SIGA said the reopening process will start up in a reduce...
Jun 30, 2020
North Stars feel impact of playoff cancellation but remain optimistic heading into the fall
The Battlefords North Stars held their Annual General Meeting (AGM) Monday night, offering a reflection on the last fiscal year, as well as a look ahead to what's to come in the fall and moving forwar...
Jun 30, 2020
RCMP friendly patrols aim to connect with community, prevent crime
The Battlefords RCMP are busy on the streets getting to know residents and businesses as part of their friendly patrol work this summer.Taking a patrol along 100 Street, a couple of officers gave resi...
Jun 30, 2020
Youth arrested on terrorism-related charges after FBI tip is in hospital
OTTAWA - A youth arrested and charged last year in connection with an alleged terrorism plot is in hospital. The youth was supposed to appear in court Tuesday. But the proceedings have now been delaye...
Jun 30, 2020
Air Canada drops three flights from Regina, one from Saskatoon
Air Canada is cutting four routes originating in Saskatchewan cities due to weak demand caused by COVID-19.In a statement on its website, the airline said flights from Regina to Ottawa, Winnipeg and S...
Jun 30, 2020