Battlefords

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

'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