Battlefords

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

'This is a powerful moment': Meadow Lake celebrates Co-op Centre ribbon-cutting

Over 100 community members, dignitaries, and local leaders gathered yesterday for the official ribbon-cutting of the new $52 million Meadow Lake Co-op Centre. Moments after the ribbon-cutting. (Meadow...

Jun 25, 2025

Repeated church vandalism in Battleford sparks RCMP hunt for mischief-makers

Battlefords RCMP are investigating a string of vandalism incidents at a vacant church in the town of Battleford after windows were smashed and graffiti was sprayed on the building. Police say they rec...

Jun 25, 2025

North Stars stay busy with offseason signings and draft picks

With just 87 days left till the regular season home opener for the Battlefords North Stars against the Kindersley Klippers on September 19, the team is setting the foundation for a strong future with ...

Jun 24, 2025

Two local students recognized for their achievements and dedication

Two young local leaders have been recognized for their remarkable achievements and dedication to the community. Karris Wuttunee of Red Pheasant Cree Nation and Kendon Nighttraveller of Little Pine Fir...

Jun 24, 2025

North Battleford upgrades wastewater UV system under budget to meet safety standards

The City of North Battleford is upgrading its ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system at the wastewater treatment plant - a move officials say will improve water safety and save money."Our system is 20 y...

Jun 24, 2025

Builder pitches $15M plan as North Battleford council delays demolition decision

A vacant century-old building in downtown North Battleford could avoid demolition after its owner pitched a roughly $15-million redevelopment and requested up to five years to carry it out. The two-st...

Jun 24, 2025

Semi blocking intersection on Territorial Drive

A semi-truck is currently blocking the intersection at Territorial Drive near Valley Ford. According to an eyewitness report, the semi was turning left and is now sitting across the roadway. At this t...

Jun 24, 2025

Three fires in six hours prompt safety warning from N. Battleford

The North Battleford Fire Department responded to three separate fires in a six-hour span on Monday, prompting a reminder from the city's fire chief about simple precautions that can prevent serious d...

Jun 24, 2025