Battlefords

North Stars tie the series with strong Game 2

The Battlefords North Stars had a huge bounce back in Game 2 against the Weyburn Red Wings last night, beating them 5-2 to tie the playoff series 1-1.In the first period, the North Stars opened up the...

Mar 23, 2025

North Stars fall short of comeback in Game 1 against Weyburn

It was Game 1 of the first round of playoffs last night for the Battlefords North Stars and after an exciting close contest, they fell short 4-3 in a comeback attempt against the Weyburn Red Wings at ...

Mar 22, 2025

Jeremy Cockrill talks new budget impacts on the Battlefords and area

Saskatchewan's latest budget will bring healthcare, education, and affordability investments to the Battlefords and surrounding areas, local MLA Jeremy Cockrill says.Cockrill and Cut Knife-Turtleford ...

Mar 21, 2025

Woman missing from Lloydminster

A 24-year-old Lloydminster woman is missing, and police are asking for help from the public. Emily Ogden was last seen on Mar. 17 in the city and there is concern for her well-being. She is described ...

Mar 21, 2025

'Give it a chance': Tariffs offer opportunity for local flavours to shine

With event goers sipping on their Tom Collins drinks and chatting among themselves, Sagar Chhabra said it's an exciting time to be in the beverage world. "This will keep an eye open to the market to s...

Mar 21, 2025

'Optimistic': Battlefords leaders react to budget

There's excitement in the Battlefords the day after the provincial budget was released. "I'm definitely excited that a, this is a balanced budget," said Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie. He also said it w...

Mar 20, 2025

Local businesses voice concerns, propose changes at city's zoning bylaw open house

Local businesses and residents gathered at the North Battleford Public Library on Wednesday to discuss zoning bylaws, safety concerns, and economic growth at a public open house hosted by the city.The...

Mar 20, 2025

Positive team culture leads to undefeated weekend in Melfort

It was another successful showing for the Battlefords Volleyball Club (BVC) Team Storm as they went undefeated in Melfort this past weekend at the North East Rage Riot Tournament to claim first place ...

Mar 19, 2025

MGBHLM announces new memorial, updates reconciliation efforts at Battleford Industrial School

The Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation (MGBHLM) is advancing its reconciliation initiatives at The Ridge, the former site of the Battleford Industrial School, with plans for a new memo...

Mar 19, 2025

Loon Lake RCMP issue more than 60 charges; stolen cards, firearm seized

A large number of IDs and financial cards reported stolen in Alberta were recovered during a traffic stop on Ministikwan (Island Lake First Nation).During a proactive safety check stop last week, Loon...

Mar 18, 2025