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Carney says economic plan ‘settling in’ after Canada enters recession territory
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the government's plan to build up the economy is "settling in" as work continues on getting major projects built and expanding non-U.S. trade relationships.These are th...
Jun 02, 2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney delivers remarks at Holy Blossom Temple in Toronto on Monday, June 1 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young)
The surprising Saskatchewan origin of Girl Guide cookies
A knock at the door.You open it to find a smiling girl standing on the step, pulling a little wagon stacked with boxes of cookies."Hi, would you like to buy some Girl Guide cookies?"For generations of...
Jun 02, 2026 Nearly 100 years ago, a Regina mother baked cookies so girls could go camping. Today, Girl Guide cookies remain one of Canada’s sweetest traditions, rooted in a Saskatchewan success story. Kids like Hila Smart gain confidence and raise funds with each and every sale. (Image Credit: Brittany Caffet/CKOM)
Battlefords RCMP seeking public assistance in finding missing 12-year-old
Battlefords RCMP received a report of a missing 12-year-old girl on May 27. Zaida Campbell was last seen at McKitrick School on 101st Street in North Battleford on May 26 at 8 a.m. Police have been ch...
Jun 01, 2026 Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 12-year-old Zaida Campbell is asked to report it to Battlefords RCMP. (Image Credit: Submitted/RCMP)
Battlefords pickleball player brings home three medals from provincials
The Saskatchewan Pickleball Provincial Championship was held over the weekend in Regina, drawing competitors from across Saskatchewan. Just one player made the trip from North Battleford and happened ...
Jun 01, 2026 Les Semchuk (right) won a medal in all three divisions he participated in at the Pickleball Saskatchewan Provincial Championships. (Image Credit: submitted/Les Semchuk)
Poundmaker Cree Nation cuts waste with reusable dishware initiative
For Ira Horse, caring for the environment is more than a personal value - it is a responsibility she believes communities should actively uphold."I'm forever hearing at powwows and round dances that w...
Jun 01, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 119376415 © Amnat Buakeaw | Dreamstime.com)
Crews gain ground on wildfires as debate continues over fire ban response
The province is sitting in a much better position than it was over the weekend when it comes to wildfires.At a media briefing Monday morning, executive director of land operations for the Saskatchewan...
Jun 01, 2026 CRCC Wildfire returned to their own base following a deployment to the Shellbrook and Duck Lake areas in support of the SPSA. The province reported minimal growth on the wildfire that was caused by lightning on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Image Credit: CRCC Wildfire Saskatchewan/Facebook)
Suspect apprehended after fatal shooting in Pelican Narrows
A suspect connected to an active shooter incident that left one person dead and another injured in Pelican Narrows has been apprehended by police.Shortly after 8 p.m., RCMP confirmed he was taken into...
Jun 01, 2026 There is a large police presence in Pelican Narrows amidst an emergency alert about an active shooter issued Monday afternoon on June 1, 2026. (Image Credit: Submitted)
Battleford man plans new wardrobe after $109K lottery win
Battleford's Sheldon Graham is $109,672 richer after winning on a LOTTO 6/49 ticket he purchased at the Carlton Trail Co-op in North Battleford.The win came as a surprise when his sister scanned the t...
Jun 01, 2026 Sheldon Graham is $109,672 richer after winning a lottery prize. (Image Credit: Submitted)
Celebrating cultures from around the world
Over the weekend, Battleford's Alex Dillabough Centre transformed into a lively hub of colour, music, dance and international flavours as thousands gathered for the annual A Taste of Culture celebrati...
Jun 01, 2026 Community members in the Battlefords gathered to celebrate the annual 'A Taste of Culture' event. (Image Credit: Alyssa Rudolph/ battlefordsNOW)
New Sask. drug trafficking law takes effect
A new Saskatchewan law that allows the government and individuals harmed by illicit drug activity to recover costs from those involved in the production, trafficking, importing or exporting of highly ...
Jun 01, 2026 The items seized after a recent Prince Albert Police Service drug investigation. (Image Credit: Nigel Maxwell/ paNOW Staff)