Category Archives: Battlefords

First responders assist at two-vehicle collision
A section of road near the downtown area in North Battleford was closed for a short period Tuesday morning following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 13 Avenue and 100 Street. The city r...
Jan 23, 2024
Judge reserves sentencing decision for youth convicted in Gatzke death
The last individual charged in the death of Ryan John Gatzke in Battleford in 2019 was back in the Court of King's Bench in Battleford for the start of his sentencing hearing Monday. There is a public...
Jan 23, 2024

Town of Battleford approves Blessing Box
After years of success with the Blessing Box in North Battleford, the Town of Battleford will see its own donation box erected for Spring 2024.The idea was brought to life by Natalya Shevchuk in 2017,...
Jan 23, 2024

North Stars host Millionaires in search of 10th straight
Coming off back-to-back wins over the weekend against Humboldt, the Battlefords North Stars return to action Tuesday night at the Access Communications Centre, as the team look to remain red-hot in se...
Jan 23, 2024

Learn the 'Protect Yourself Rules' with BASAC at the North Battleford Library
Teaching children what is appropriate behaviour when it comes to their bodies and how to protect themselves is the goal behind the Protect Yourself Rules sessions. Hosted by the Battlefords and Area S...
Jan 23, 2024

Many semis involved in crash near Maidstone
A number of semi tractor-trailers have been involved in a crash in the Maidstone area.Police reported at about 12 p.m. today that Maidstone RCMP are currently at the location of a multi semi collision...
Jan 23, 2024

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan to build new hub in North Battleford
Mtis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) has plans to build a new community hub in North Battleford. North Battleford City Council approved a request from MN-S to purchase three lots of land at 1051, 1061 and ...
Jan 23, 2024

Second day of teachers' strike sees another big turnout in Battlefords-Meadow Lake area
Teachers once again were out in their snow pants and toques walking the pavement in North Battleford and Meadow Lake today on the second day of strike action. The Saskatchewan Teachers Federation (STF...
Jan 22, 2024

Three crashes after snowfall
Following the snowfall from last evening, three accidents were reported today with the initial crash taking place near the Saskatchewan Hospital earlier this morning though no one was injured. Two mor...
Jan 22, 2024

BATC donates $10K for theatre upgrades at North Battleford Library
A collaborative partnership between the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) and the North Battleford Library is bringing the 1980s-era theatre into the 21st Century. "The equipment at the theatre ...
Jan 22, 2024