Battlefords

UPDATED: RCMP investigating after pipe bomb discovered at Lloydminster home

An investigation is underway in Lloydminster after a pipe bomb was found in the backyard of a home on 41 Street, near 49 Avenue. The police received a report about the object earlier Thursday morning ...

Jun 12, 2025

Arrest made after assault at Lloyd pool

An investigation continues and an arrest has been made after a 13-year-old was assaulted in the changing room of Bio Clean Aquatic Center in Lloydminster over the weekend. The incident took place arou...

Jun 11, 2025

Highway twinning, care centre replacement highlights for Cockrill

With a busy summer ahead and wildfires dominating the Canadian headlines, the Battlefords MLA Jeremy Cockrill sat down with battlefordsNOW for a one-on-one conversation to discuss upcoming projects. T...

Jun 11, 2025

Recreation, utility gains help balance early-year shortfalls in North Battleford finances

The City of North Battleford posted early-year deficits in policing and general government services during the first quarter of 2025, while water, sewer and recreation revenues exceeded expectations, ...

Jun 11, 2025

Dekker Centre announces 2025–26 season with Paula Cole and Sophie B. Hawkins

From nostalgic '90s ballads to black light puppets and ballet, the Dekker Centre is bringing star power and creativity to the stage this season.The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts in North Battl...

Jun 11, 2025

North Stars draft eight players and add new signings

The Battlefords North Stars have completed a busy 2025 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) draft, making a total of eight selections to help build towards the future of the team. 2010 Selections ...

Jun 10, 2025

Gold Eagle Casino brings back Sakicawasihk Powwow for the first time since 2019

The Gold Eagle Casino hosted the Sakicawasihk Powwow in North Battleford this past weekend for the first time since 2019. The event, held at Access Communications Centre, drew over 10,000 attendees in...

Jun 10, 2025

North Battleford council approves zoning bylaws changes to support business growth

City council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment aimed at encouraging commercial development and mixed-use projects across North Battleford.The amendment, passed unanimously at the June 9 regular me...

Jun 10, 2025

WATCH: Party in the Pasture roars through St. Walburg

When Bryon Gabrielli watched the super-modified race cars tear down the track in St. Walburg this past weekend, it wasn't just about the speed - it was about the feeling."They've got over 4000 horsepo...

Jun 09, 2025

Battle West takes home haul of medals from provincials

The Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) held the Track and Field Provincial Championships this past weekend in Moose Jaw and the Battle West District put on an impressive display, r...

Jun 09, 2025