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Legalization good news for local business owner
The legalization of marijuana in Canada now has a date, and that's good news for a North Battleford business. Dale Whiteside, owner of Rockshop SmokeShop, said even though his business doesn't sell ma...
Jun 20, 2018
Urban Treaty Day an opportunity to celebrate tradition
The local community celebrated North Battleford Urban Treaty Day with a variety of events outside the Dekker Centre throughout the day on Wednesday. The event was organized by Battlefords Agency ...
Jun 20, 2018
North Battleford celebrates Urban Treaty Day
A mini powwow as part of Urban Treaty Day festivities on Wednesday included a number of world champion dancers.
Jun 20, 2018
Urban Treaty Day celebrated in North Battleford
Dancers in full regalia put on a beautiful performance as part of the Urban Treaty Day celebrations in North Battleford, Wednesday.
Jun 20, 2018
Moe proposes new 50/50 equalization system
Premier Scott Moe wants to fundamentally change how provincial equalization payments are calculated in Canada. Speaking to reporters in Saskatoon Wednesday morning, Moe pitched a revamp of the federal...
Jun 20, 2018
Nutec and North Stars make donation to SJHL Assistance Program
Nutec Embroidery and the Battlefords North Stars made a huge contribution to the SJHL Assistance Program Wednesday. The North Battleford Company donated 100% of proceeds from clothing and apparel sold...
Jun 20, 2018
Let's Get Moving
Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for physical activity, sport, and recreation recently released A Common Vision for Increasing Physical Activity and R...
Jun 20, 2018
Sask. Hospital receives donation from R.M. of North Battleford
The New Beginnings fundraising campaign for the Saskatchewan Hospital has received another sizeable donation which will help purchase medical equipment and furniture for the new mental health facility...
Jun 20, 2018
Streets to be closed during Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations Thurs.
With National Indigenous Peoples Day being celebrated tomorrow, the City of North Battleford has announced multiple street closures around the city. Twelfth Ave. from 101st St. to the alley betwe...
Jun 20, 2018
Biggar RCMP arrest wanted man after car chase
RCMP in Biggar arrested a wanted man after he allegedly led them on a brief chase June 18. According to RCMP, police laid charges of assault with a weapon and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle ag...
Jun 20, 2018