Battlefords

Battlefords holiday guide: what's open on Christmas and Boxing Day

Christmas has officially arrived in the Battlefords, bringing festive cheer and holiday hustle. As families gather, meals are prepared, and plans unfold. There's always a chance something slips throug...

Dec 25, 2025

From wish lists to family traditions: that makes Christmas magical in the Battlefords

The Battlefords are buzzing with the little moments that make Christmas magical - from torn wrapping paper and family recipes to quirky wish lists and traditions that shine just as brightly as the sea...

Dec 24, 2025

A snowy Christmas awaits north central Saskatchewan

Drivers heading home for the holidays in north central Saskatchewan will notice decent roads in the Prince Albert to Melfort and North Battleford areas but they won't be quite as good further north. H...

Dec 24, 2025

Santa hits the slopes: a snowboarding twist on Christmas cheer

Santa traded his sleigh for a snowboard this year, carving down the slopes at Table Mountain, but with a twist no one expected. Crowds watched in delight as the red-suited snowboarder sliced through t...

Dec 24, 2025

Two charged in Lloydminster hotel drug bust

Two people have been charged after Sask. RCMP located drug-trafficking paraphernalia in a Lloydminster hotel room. On Dec. 17, Lloydminster RCMP Crime Reduction Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Su...

Dec 23, 2025

Sask. woman who was trafficking black bear paws, fined over $12,000

A woman from Maidstone and a family member have been fined over $21,000 for illegal hunting activities related to the trafficking of black bear paws and gall bladders.Appearing at Lloydminster Provinc...

Dec 23, 2025

Saskatchewan residents reminded to watch for holiday and merger-related scams

As the year comes to an end, people in Saskatchewan are reminded to stay vigilant against scams. Conexus Credit Union expects the beginning of the Christmas holidays and the upcoming merger of three S...

Dec 23, 2025

Battlefords food bank brings joy to families this holiday season

"It's a bit harder on me around Christmas time," Anna said after receiving her Christmas hamper, filled with food and holiday essentials from Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre. She introdu...

Dec 22, 2025

RCMP drug investigation leads to seizure of cocaine, loaded firearm in North Battleford

Two men have been charged after Sask. RCMP located cocaine and a loaded firearm at a North Battleford residence. On Dec. 19, Sask. RCMP's North Battleford Crime Reduction Team-Gang Task Force and Crit...

Dec 22, 2025

Season of giving: SaskTel supports five local organizations

SaskTel helped to spread cheer in the Battlefords this holiday season by supporting five local organizations through charitable giving. Employees with the company have the option to donate money with ...

Dec 22, 2025