Battlefords

Crime down in Battleford, but RCMP say repeat offenders straining front-line response

The Town of Battleford saw a modest decrease in crime this spring, but RCMP say the data doesn't reflect the full picture, especially as a small group of repeat offenders continue to dominate police r...

Jul 23, 2025

Poundmaker crowned 2025 Battle of Nations champions

After a decade, the Poundmaker Cree Nation men's soccer team has finally claimed the coveted Battle of Nations Cup, capturing the 2025 championship title in dramatic fashion this past weekend in Saska...

Jul 22, 2025

Man involved in fatal attack at Sask. Pen receives 8-year sentence

An eight-year sentence has been handed to a man who was involved in a violent and fatal attack at Saskatchewan Penitentiary. Jonathan Soosay's sentence, which was issued Tuesday afternoon at Prince Al...

Jul 22, 2025

Buhl wildfire near Waskesiu shows no recent growth; 49 blazes burning in the North

The Buhl fire, first reported on June 29 and caused by a lightning strike, has now burned approximately 60,389 hectares, including 11,059 hectares inside Prince Albert National Park and 49,329 hectare...

Jul 22, 2025

Battleford reports $6M in Q2 revenue, says town finances 'on track'

The Town of Battleford has passed the $6-million mark in recognized revenue for the year, with its chief financial officer (CFO) saying the town's finances are "on track" as of the second quarter."Jus...

Jul 22, 2025

Battlefords celebrates 10th annual Pride Week

The 10th annual Battlefords Pride Week officially began yesterday with a vibrant flag raising ceremony at city hall, marking a decade of visibility, celebration, and advocacy for the local 2SLGBTQ+ co...

Jul 22, 2025

Heidel runs away with U16 800M gold; becomes fastest in Western Canada

There's a new champ in town.Rising track star Matthew Heidel of the Battlefords delivered a gold-medal performance at the Western Canada Team Challenge this past weekend, racing to victory in the U16 ...

Jul 21, 2025

Search underway for teen girl last seen three weeks ago in North Battleford

RCMP are asking for the public's help in locating a 15-year-old girl who has been missing for more than three weeks.Taliyah Kakum was last seen in North Battleford on June 27, and was reported missing...

Jul 21, 2025

New $3M Battlefords Humane Society shelter opens to improve animal care

After about 15 years of planning, fundraising and anticipation, the Battlefords Humane Society(BHS) has officially opened the doors to its new shelter on Monday - a $3-million facility designed to imp...

Jul 21, 2025

Guilty pleas entered in Sask. Pen homicide case

A homicide case that involves the death of an inmate at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, is showing signs of moving forward.On Monday, guilty pleas were entered at Prince Albert Provincial Court by three of...

Jul 21, 2025