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Funnel cloud alert issued for Northwest and West-Central Saskatchewan

A weather advisory has been issued by Environment Canada in effect for areas of Northwest and West-Central Saskatchewan including Prince Albert, Saskatoon, the Battlefords, Lloydminster, Meadow Lake a...

May 27, 2025

City of North Battleford re-issues fire ban

An immediate fire ban within city limits has been re-issued, effective today by North Battleford Fire Chief Lindsay Holm, in response to current "extreme" Fire Weather Index (FWI) conditions reported ...

May 27, 2025

Throne speech underscores Canada’s sovereignty, commits to joining ReArm Europe

Seated in a brand-new throne and surrounded by Canadian dignitaries, King Charles opened Parliament Tuesday with a show of royal tradition.On Tuesday morning, the King became the first reigning monarc...

May 27, 2025

Canada faces 'massive challenge' as NATO eyes new 5% spending target: expert

When representatives of NATO nations meet in The Hague late next month, they're expected to dramatically hike the alliance's defence spending target for members - the one Canada is failing to hit alre...

May 27, 2025

U15B Bandits bring home gold after perfect weekend in Regina

The U15B Battlefords Bandits softball team delivered a flawless performance this past weekend, going undefeated to win the Sharon Knott Tournament in Regina. With a perfect 5-0 record, the Bandits cap...

May 26, 2025

Big River RCMP investigating fatal side-by-side collision

Big River RCMP are investigating a collision involving a side-by-side and a van on Highway #55 about four kilometers south of Debden.The crash happened on May 24 around 5:25 p.m.Police along with EMS ...

May 26, 2025

Multiple charges laid following armed robbery

A 24-year-old and 19-year-old are facing multiple charges following an armed robbery in North Battleford on Sunday. Austin Dreaver and Kalayah Jackson made their first appearances earlier Monday in No...

May 26, 2025

No reprieve yet as temperatures rise around province

This week is set to be a scorcher in the province with the current seven day forecast showing daily highs of at least 26 C, and as high as 32 C. Besides a small chance of rain on Friday in Prince Albe...

May 26, 2025

Union-led rally challenges North Battleford transit cuts

A union-led rally outside city hall drew dozens of North Battleford residents Monday, protesting recent cuts to the city's public transit system that they say have left them stranded and struggling to...

May 26, 2025

'It’s great for the community': Chamber celebrates another successful Business Golf Challenge

It was sunny skies and perfect conditions on Friday for the Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce annual Business Golf Challenge. This year the event, held at the scenic Jackfish Lodge and Conf...

May 26, 2025