Category Archives: Community
NBCHS class learns ins and outs of beeswax business
The Entrepreneurship 30 class at North Battleford Comprehensive High School took a different approach to their project this year. The students set up a business called "NBeezWax," which offers beeswax...
Jun 14, 2018
Local student wins bronze medal at national skills competition
For Cam Taylor the opportunity to represent his home province at a prestigious event like the 2018 Skills Canada National Competition was pretty special, and it became even more so when he stood on th...
Jun 14, 2018
Battlefords Humane Society on track for new building
A new home for the animals at Battlefords Humane Society isn't so far away. Two years ago, the structural integrity of the current building came under question. The 27-year-old building on 1...
Jun 14, 2018
City reminds residents to obey R.V. bylaws
With the camping season now underway, the City of North Battleford has reminded residents to always obey the bylaws around recreational vehicles. Recreational vehicles include campers, tent trailers, ...
Jun 13, 2018
Organizers hope to continue success with third memorial golf tournament
The golfers taking part in the third Brian Maunula Memorial Junior Golf Tournament will notice some big changes this year. The annual tournament for youths four to 14 years old has raised over $42,000...
Jun 13, 2018
Entries open for annual Battleford parade
Anyone planning to take part in the Town of Battleford’s annual parade can sign up now, and entry forms are available on the town's website. Those wishing to field a float will need to register ...
Jun 13, 2018
June proclaimed Recreation and Parks Month in N.B.
The month of June is Recreation and Parks Month in the City of North Battleford. The proclamation was brought forward at Monday's city council meeting and passed with a unanimous vote. Mayor Ryan Bate...
Jun 13, 2018
Responding to the needs of victims
If you are a victim of crime in the Battlefords area and are unsure of where to turn, the staff at the Battlefords Victims Services program want to help. Battlefords Victim Services is a non-profit or...
Jun 13, 2018
Rainfall causes havoc in RM of Frenchman Butte
The rain has caused havoc across Saskatchewan, including in St. Walburg and the RM of Frenchman Butte. As a result of the excessive rainfall on Friday, Saturday and Sunday 15 roads were washed out inc...
Jun 12, 2018
Peer review, Crown consultations next steps in Humboldt bus investigation: RCMP
Peer review and consultations with the Crown are the next steps in the investigation into the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, according to RCMP. Sixteen members of the Broncos organization were killed and...
Jun 12, 2018