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Battlefords Chamber earns second national accreditation; sees growth in Saskatchewan
The Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce has achieved its second accreditation, joining 73 other accredited chambers across Canada. Chief Operating Officer (COO) Linda Machniak said she has no...
Oct 08, 2024

Saskatchewan election campaign brings Moe to Battlefords, Beck to Regina
Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe will make an announcement in North Battleford this morning as the provincial election campaign marks one week since it was officially called.NDP Leader Carla Beck, ...
Oct 08, 2024
'Ban broccoli!': Kids share their ideas for a better Saskatchewan
During the 2024 provincial election campaign, politicians around the province are making promises in hopes of earning votes. While lower taxes and affordable housing may appeal to adults, younger gene...
Oct 08, 2024

Battlefords RCMP investigating serious assault
Battlefords RCMP have issued an arrest warrant for 33-year old Adam Wright following an assault that took place on October 6.Shortly after midnight, officers were conducting proactive patrols when the...
Oct 08, 2024

How to photograph the northern lights with your phone
It's considered the Holy Grail of skywatching, and the only thing better than seeing the northern lights in real life is capturing your own mesmerizing photo of the atmospheric phenomenon. Scott Aspin...
Oct 07, 2024

GSP brings 'powerful' message to Indigenous youth in the Battlefords
When it comes to recognizing the numerous inspirational influences in his life, a name comes instantly to mind for Mixed Martial Artist Georges St-Pierre. "Royce Gracie was the first athlete to win th...
Oct 07, 2024

Saskatchewan NDP promises to hire 100 police officers instead of marshals
Saskatchewan New Democratic Leader Carla Beck says her government would hire 100 police officers across the province if elected on Oct. 28. Beck has not provided a timeline on when she would meet that...
Oct 07, 2024

Kent Lindgren seeking third council term
North Battleford City Council candidate Kent Lindgren is getting ready for his third municipal election campaign, which he says will focus on fostering community growth and driving economic developmen...
Oct 07, 2024

Adjourned case for care home employee accused of abuse against residents
The case of Jaclyn Elias was briefly discussed in North Battleford Provincial Court Monday afternoon before being adjourned to Oct. 21.The 36-year-old from Wilkie was denied legal aid to help assist h...
Oct 07, 2024

Man fires several shots at police before hiding in septic tank: court
A man who fired several shots at police, before hiding in a septic tank, has received an eight-year prison sentence.Sheldon Badger, 24, appeared at Prince Albert Provincial Court and in relation to th...
Oct 07, 2024