Local Sports

Pair of North Stars commit to post-secondary hockey programs

Two members of the Battlefords North Stars are taking the next step in their hockey journey, as Jordan Grill and Jackson Allan have both committed to post-secondary hockey programs for the upcoming se...

Jul 03, 2025

Sharks reload with core stars and rising talents for 2025-26

After a record-breaking season that saw the Battlefords U18 AAA Sharks finish first in the Saskatchewan Female U18 AAA Hockey League (SFU18AAAHL) and reach the finals, the team is locking in a strong ...

Jun 30, 2025

Baptiste Chuckwagon Racing Team getting set for Calgary Stampede

For the Baptiste family out of Cando and Red Pheasant First Nation, chuckwagon racing has been a part of their lives from the moment they stepped foot on to the earth. Now, the Baptiste Chuckwagon Rac...

Jun 29, 2025

Beavers beat Standard Hill, prepare for re-match to end regular season

In their final home game of the regular season, the North Battleford Beavers delivered a strong all-around performance, defeating the Standard Hill Lakers 5-2 on Wednesday night to improve their recor...

Jun 27, 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

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

'An unsung hero': Battleford ball diamond renamed O'Driscoll Field in honour of beloved umpire

On the first day of summer in Battleford, the community gathered at the Flats Ball Diamond 2 - now carrying a new name.For the first time, players and families took to O'Driscoll Field on Friday, rena...

Jun 21, 2025

Battlefords United FC continues to impress in Saskatoon

The Battlefords United Football Club (BUFC) had seven teams in Saskatoon this past weekend for the Sask. Cup and Skills Centre tournament, earning a silver medal and multiple MVP awards, while also di...

Jun 18, 2025

Oilers fans in Sask. shocked and heartbroken after second straight Stanley Cup loss

Edmonton Oilers fans in Saskatoon were feeling heartbroken and dejected after their team lost to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final for the second straight year.After the Oilers tied the se...

Jun 18, 2025