Battlefords

North Stars Bell named finalist for CJHL Top Forward

Coming off a season for the ages that saw him all but sweep the SJHL awards with the scoring title, League MVP, and Player of the Year honours, Battlefords North Stars' forward Kian Bell now has a cha...

May 03, 2023

Multiple contained, uncontained fires burning close to local communities

Wildfire season is here in Saskatchewan and multiple fires have already been reported all over.Currently, there are nine fires burning in the province, four contained, four uncontained, and one that's...

May 03, 2023

Town looks at concerns about "rogue dogs" in community

Town of Battleford council received two letters from concerned residents about dogs at large in the community. One resident said in her correspondence she also has concerns about the town's ability to...

May 03, 2023

N.B.'s Dr. Prystupa recognized with national award

A North Battleford family physician has been announced as one of the recipients of the 2022 Resident Doctors of Canada (RDoC) Awards. Dr. Aaron Prystupa is one of five Canadians being recognized for t...

May 03, 2023

Stars Playoff MVP Kesslering commits to Niagara University

It has been a season out of a fairytale for Battlefords North Stars forward Steven Kesslering; chasing a 40-goal regular season with another 14 goals in 13 games of the playoffs, en route to earning S...

May 02, 2023

Fire ban in effect for City of North Battleford

A fire ban is currently in effect for the City of North Battleford .The North Battleford Fire Department (NBFD) advised no burning is permitted due to a lack of precipitation, high temperatures and wi...

May 02, 2023

Battleford Legion Branch #9 plans celebration for King's Coronation

People in the town of Battleford will be able to join in the local celebration for the King Charles III Coronation this Saturday. The commemorative ceremony will take place at Battleford Gazebo Park, ...

May 02, 2023

Town of Battleford starts to make plans for annual parade, fireworks

The Town of Battleford is beginning to make some early plans for its 38th annual parade.As discussed at council's meeting Monday, the event will take place starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11.The pa...

May 02, 2023

51st N.B. Kinsmen Rodeo sees capacity crowds throughout weekend

It was a wild weekend of bucking broncos and wrestling steers at the 51st Annual Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo in North Battleford. A three-day event sellout with capacity crowds throughout, long-time committe...

May 01, 2023

Nominations open for Battlefords Chamber of Commerce BBEX Awards

The Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) Awards committee and the Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce are announcing the nomination period for the 29th annual BBEX Awards is now open. "The ...

May 01, 2023