Category Archives: Community
Battlefords RCMP and mental health come together for new PACT program
Battlefords residents facing mental health distress will now be able to receive added and timely support with the announcement of the new Police and Crisis Team (PACT). Health care represent...
Nov 30, 2018
Flu vaccine doses run low in Northern Saskatchewan
The Grand Chief of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation said proactive steps were taken in response to a perceived flu outbreak, and that included several schools cancelling classes. Peter Beatty told pa...
Nov 30, 2018
‘Common decency’ to ask permission says landowner on new trespassing laws
One rural landowner is applauding the province for its move to introduce updates to Saskatchewan’s trespassing legislation. A bill to amend the Trespass to Property Act was introduced in the leg...
Nov 30, 2018
Local Salsa Club heads full swing into holiday season
The Battlefords Social Salsa Club (BSSC) is hosting a salsa night at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70 Dec. 6, inviting residents of the community and area to take part. Taking place at the Legion ...
Nov 30, 2018
After 51 years, Ken Singer steps away from radio life
A man with over five decades invested in radio is calling it quits. Fabmar Communications Vice-President of Broadcast Operations Ken Singer is retiring, and his final day at work is Friday, Nov. 30. &...
Nov 29, 2018
Provincial financial update shows deficit down, expenses up
The deficit is down but expenses are up in the mid-year financial report released Thursday by the province. The Saskatchewan Government said the predicted deficit is $348.3 million, which is $17 milli...
Nov 29, 2018
Table Mountain set to open this weekend
Table Mountain Regional Park is opening up for the 2018-19 season starting Dec. 1. General Manager of Table Mountain, Lawrence Blouin said about half of the trails will be ready to go in time for open...
Nov 29, 2018
Special council meeting scheduled in La Ronge after initial alcohol and cannabis bylaw defeated
A special council meeting has been called in La Ronge after a bylaw to control the sale, distribution and consumption of alcohol and cannabis initially failed to garner enough votes to proceed. Brough...
Nov 29, 2018
Orcas having a solid start to campaign
It's been quite the start to the year for the Battlefords Orcas Swim Club. The club, lead by new head coach John McLeod have been busy with their meets, including their invitational meet in town on No...
Nov 29, 2018
Non-profits appeal for support at NB budget deliberations
A number of area non-profits appealed for grant support during North Battleford city council’s first 2019 budget deliberation meeting Wednesday. Mayor Ryan Bater said during the meeting the city...
Nov 29, 2018