Battlefords

‘He fought to the death’: Families of stabbing victims seek answers and support

Words don't come easy right now for Deborah McLean."I'm in shock. I'm in shock right now."As a headwoman for the James Smith Cree Nation, she is assisting to the needs of her family and friends in the...

Sep 06, 2022

Trial begins for accused in Tiki Laverdiere homicide

One of the accused individuals facing several charges relating to the Tiki Laverdiere homicide will begin their trial begin today at the Court of Queen's Bench in Battleford. Soaring Eagle Whitstone i...

Sep 06, 2022

One of two suspects in stabbing rampage found dead

*This story was updated to include new information from the Saskatchewan Health Authority on the condition of surviving victims and also from the CSC in regards to Myles Sanderson's criminal history.-...

Sep 05, 2022

Charges laid; list of injured increases in Sask stabbing spree

Arrest warrants have been issued for the two men suspected of killing 10 people and injuring many more in northeast Saskatchewan. Police updated the total number of injured victims from 15 to 18 on Mo...

Sep 05, 2022

Battlefords farmers' market growers reporting promising year

Surrounded by the vibrant hues of freshly-picked tomatoes, zucchini and beans, many farmers' market producers say it was a pretty good year for growing fruits and vegetables in the Battlefords. Lydia ...

Sep 04, 2022

Police asking for help to find young man still missing

Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a young person still missing in the Battlefords area. Branden Baptiste, 22, was reported missing on Aug. 9. He is described at 5'7", 140 lbs, ...

Sep 02, 2022

Another man now facing charge connected to attack in Battleford

A second man is now dealing with a charge related to a July 17 attack caught on video in Battleford. Dane Lesmeister, 19, is facing a charge of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, RCMP con...

Sep 02, 2022

Increased police presence at Witchekan Lake First Nation

The community of Witchekan Lake First Nation is being advised of an increased presence of police and is asked to stay away from where officers are. RCMP said the public should follow any police direct...

Sep 02, 2022

Sweetgrass member honoured with BGC Canada Indigenous Youth of the Year Award

A young woman from Sweetgrass First Nation was announced as the 2022 Indigenous Youth of the Year for BGC Canada. Kayla Littlepoplar, 17, a North Battleford Comprehensive High School student, is being...

Sep 02, 2022

Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre temporarily closed for maintenance

Those hoping to use the pool in North Battleford will have to wait a little longer while maintenance is underway.The city announced the InnovationPlex Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre is temporarily c...

Sep 01, 2022