Battlefords

Town gives update on recreation facilities usage

Town of Battleford director of Parks and Recreation Jordan Schechtel gave an update on the municipality's recreation facility usage in 2021. The report, presented at a recent council meeting, looked a...

Mar 28, 2022

Olson, Rustlers win bronze at national championship

The Lakeland Rustlers and Maidstone's Alana Olson didn't complete their undefeated season, but still managed to end on a high note.The top ranked team in the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CC...

Mar 28, 2022

Canadian Taxpayers Federation debt clock stops in Battlefords

Representatives from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation were in the Battlefords recently as part of the national debt clock tour. The citizens advocacy group committed to lowering taxes and increasing ...

Mar 28, 2022

Ukrainian family soon to be reunited in North Battleford

The safety of family members has been a major thought in the minds of Ukrainians over the last month after Russia invaded Ukraine.Maryna Shkarupa is originally from Ukraine and has been living in Nort...

Mar 28, 2022

Missing 52-year-old man last seen in North Battleford

UPDATE: As of April 6 at 3:12 p.m., the Maidstone RCMP are reporting Hoffman has been located.--UPDATE: As of April 1, police say further investigation has determined Hoffman was last seen Tuesday, Ma...

Mar 26, 2022

Danita Thomas found guilty of manslaughter in Laverdiere case

One of the individuals facing charges in the death of Tiki Laverdiere was found guilty of manslaughter at the Court of Queen's Bench in Battleford.Justice Richard W. Elson pronounced his decision at c...

Mar 25, 2022

Battlefords Chamber hosts Finance Minister Harpauer

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce hosted the Hon. Donna Harpauer during their post-budget luncheon on Friday.The Finance Minister presented highlights from the new provincial budget, which forecasts...

Mar 25, 2022

RCMP Report Pt. 3: One arrested, one wanted in robbery

Battlefords RCMP have arrested one woman and are looking for another, in relation to a robbery from Monday evening in North Battleford.The report came in from the victim shortly after midnight. While ...

Mar 25, 2022

Battlefords MLA says budget focuses on fiscal stability; NDP critical of package

Battlefords MLA Jeremy Cockrill says the province's 2022-23 budget released this week focuses on improving fiscal sustainability. He said it also takes a strong stand against gangs and drug activity b...

Mar 24, 2022

Saulteaux First Nation celebrates opening of new expanded community hall

Saulteaux First Nation came together Thursday to celebrate the opening of their new community hall. The facility was built through a partnership among Saulteaux First Nation, Battlefords Agency Tribal...

Lisa Brady Mar 24, 2022