Category Archives: Battlefords

Thunderchild receives compensation for Treaty 6 promises
After nearly 150 years, Thunderchild First Nation and the Canadian Government have reached an agreement. The Nation will receive $155,400,000 in compensation in keeping with the original spirit of Tre...
Nov 07, 2024

North West College celebrates students' success with nearly $6K scholarships
North West College (NWC) celebrated the academic achievements of 70 students from its North Battleford campus on Wednesday by awarding nearly $60,000 in scholarships.This recognition transformed the c...
Nov 07, 2024

David George seeking another term on Battleford council
After serving over 20 years on Town of Battleford council, David George still has work he wants to do. "I am passionate about this," he said. During the run of the campaign season, George said as he w...
Nov 07, 2024

Cockrill and Harrison take on new responsibilities as Premier appoints cabinet
In the recent provincial election, Premier Scott Moe said people re-elected the Sask Party to ensure a strong economy and a bright future, while others voted for change. On Thursday, he promised his n...
Nov 07, 2024

Dureau commits to Merrimack College in NCAA DI
The Battlefords AAA Sharks announced this week that forward Danika Dureau has committed to Merrimack College in NCAA Division I for the 2026 season. "I'm so excited, I'm so grateful and honored that t...
Nov 06, 2024

Missing Melville boy may be en route to the Battlefords
Police are asking the public to help find a missing 13-year-old boy. Larry Shingoose was last seen on Tuesday at a Third Avenue East home in Melville. Although he is believed to have gone to Yorkton o...
Nov 06, 2024

Moustaches, mental health and hockey
It all started in 2003 with two friends joking over a beer about how they can bring back the moustache, that turned into a worldwide movement, that's now raised nearly a billion dollars to support men...
Nov 06, 2024

'A confident voice' : Council candidate focuses on fiscal responsibility and growth
A journeyman is determined to bring a confident voice focused on fiscal responsibility and business growth to city council.Born and raised in North Battleford, Rodney Fedler owned Fedler Electric unti...
Nov 06, 2024

Doukhobor Dugout House founder receives Coronation Medal
The legacy of the Doukhobors has been honoured after Brenda Cheveldayoff, founder of the Doukhobor Dugout House, was bestowed with one of the King Charles III Coronation Medals. "It wasn't just about ...
Nov 06, 2024

Big test for North Stars as Terriers come to town
After getting three out of a total four possible points this past weekend against the Notre Dame Hounds, the Battlefords North Stars now look ahead to this weekend as they get ready to take on the Yor...
Nov 06, 2024