Category Archives: Battlefords

John Paul II graduates reflect and celebrate high school journey
A wave of emotions filled the gymnasium of John Paul II Collegiate on Thursday as 98 graduates crossed the stage to mark the end of their high school journey. The Class of 2025 was celebrated not only...
Jun 27, 2025

NBCHS Class of '25 look towards their future
A humble message of love and being in service to others was what Valedictorian Ruhan Yi wanted to impart on his fellow classmates and friends."When we try to step into the world maybe we would like to...
Jun 27, 2025

Two-Spirit Forum event raises awareness and acceptance in North Battleford
Speaking to an audience made up of the Battlefords Pride community and local dignitaries, Jack Saddleback shared a story about how he came to accept himself. He was part of a drag king troupe in Calga...
Jun 27, 2025

City councillor pleads guilty to assault, previous sex assault charge dismissed
The sex assault charge against North Battleford Councillor Ross MacAngus has been dismissed and he has instead entered a guilty plea to assault.As per discussions heard Wednesday at provincial court i...
Jun 25, 2025

Conditions favourable for tornadoes continue
Environment Canada issued a critical alert for a tornado Wednesday evening.Shortly after 7 p.m. alerts were sent for the R.M. of Paynton including Paynton, and the areas around Turtleford, Mervin, Spr...
Jun 25, 2025

MN-S elected directors excluded from swearing in ceremony
Political unrest is coming to a head within the Mtis Nation-Saskatchewan.During Tuesday's swearing in ceremony at the Dakota Dunes casino, a number of elected directors were excluded and not allowed e...
Jun 25, 2025

Lloydminster to spend $150K planning housing solutions for residents
Lloydminster city council has approved a $150,000 plan to help bring emergency, transitional, social and affordable housing projects to a shovel-ready state.Council unanimously passed the measure June...
Jun 25, 2025

Four arrested in Lloydminster on drug; firearm offenses
Multiple drugs and weapons charges have been laid after Lloydminster RCMP were informed of suspicious people near a downtown business last Wednesday at 9 p.m. After an investigation, police discovered...
Jun 25, 2025

SJHL releases schedule for 2025/26 regular season
The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) has officially released its schedule for the 2025/26 regular season. The league is comprised of 12 teams split into three divisions (Nutrien, Sherwood and ...
Jun 25, 2025

Feeding their community earns national medals for Battlefords volunteers
Five longtime volunteers with the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre have been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal - a national honour recognizing their dedication to helping othe...
Jun 25, 2025