Category Archives: Community

Fines laid after environmental violation on Mosquito First Nation
A First Nation and their band administrator have been fined for an environmental violation. Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man First Nation and their band administrator, Arnold Moosomin, were...
Jun 04, 2018

Local business helps chamber take action
A North Battleford business owner has stepped up to show his support for the Battlefords and Area Chamber of Commerce's new initiative aimed at boosting local business and making the community a safer...
Jun 04, 2018

‘We are not alone’: Riders show support in Humboldt
Humboldt was a sea of green Sunday as hundreds of people enjoyed a special visit from the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The Riders held a practice, followed by autograph signings and a community barbeque,...
Jun 04, 2018

Teddy Bear Clinic brings families and health, education providers together
A rainy day didn't dampen the spirits of organizers of the annual Teddy Bear Clinic in North Battleford, Friday. The event, which featured a variety of interactive games and activities for parents and...
Jun 02, 2018

Scary moment as school bus and SUV collide in Battleford
There were no serious injuries this morning when a school bus and SUV collided on Highway 4 at the intersection of 29th St. in Battleford. Battlefords RCMP said the collision occurred at the traf...
Jun 01, 2018

Proud day for many new Canadian citizens
It was a special day for many area residents who officially became Canadian citizens in North Battleford, Friday. A total of 59 candidates took their oath during a ceremony at the Western Development ...
Jun 01, 2018

Recent wet weather helps officials lift fire bans
While some may see the wet weather as an inconvenience, fire officials and local municipalities consider it a blessing as several areas lifted fire bans imposed in early May. Today (Friday) the R.M. a...
Jun 01, 2018

Local cannabis retailers selected
The names of the three retailers who will operate the province's cannabis retail stores in North Battleford and Battleford were announced by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Friday morning...
Jun 01, 2018

CJNB welcomes new voice of Battlefords North Stars
When listeners tune into North Stars broadcasts this upcoming season, they will notice a new face behind the microphone. Marty Martinson will join the CJNB/CJNS team as the new play-by-play anno...
Jun 01, 2018

A Taste of Culture celebrates diversity this weekend at WDM
For the past 11 years, the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre has brought people from different backgrounds together with its Taste of Culture celebration. Each year, the resource cent...
May 31, 2018