Category Archives: People

Orcas find their new boss in McLeod
The Battlefords Orcas have their new head coach. Just a few days ago, the swim club announced that John McLeod would be taking over coaching duties for the upcoming season. McLeod, the Thompson, Manit...
Jul 27, 2018

Jackfish, Murray Lake stewards alert boaters of Rock Island danger
Jackfish Lake and Murray Lake stewards want to alert area boaters of the risk of low-lying rocks at Rock Island that could damage people’s vessels. Penny Duncan chairs the six-member commit...
Jul 26, 2018

Sidewalk Sale to join Street Performer Festival
The downtown businesses are collaborating with the Street Festival, and will be holding a sidewalk sale the next two days. All the businesses taking part will be outside, helping customers and selling...
Jul 26, 2018

Workers concerned, disappointed by permanent layoffs from Cameco
Hundreds of workers at mining operations in northern Saskatchewan have been in touch with their local unions following news that Cameco plans to permanently lay off hundreds of workers at the McArthur...
Jul 26, 2018

Sask. Hospital New Beginnings receives Airtime Award
The Saskatchewan Hospital New Beginnings campaign will be heard a lot more often on North Battleford’s radio waves. The foundation, which is working towards an $8 million goal, is sitting at $7 ...
Jul 26, 2018

PBR Classic a huge hit at Civic Centre
Buckin', beers, and bruises were on offer during the Professional Bull Riding Classic at the Civic Centre. The PBR Classic ran for its fifth consecutive year in North Battleford last night, which pack...
Jul 26, 2018

Cameco announces 700 permanent layoffs
The hundreds of lay-offs at Cameco's two mine sites in the North, which the company expected would be temporary, are now permanent. World uranium prices are low, leading the mining giant to announce 5...
Jul 25, 2018

Local bull rider sets sights set on a win tonight
A Meadow Lake bull rider is hoping to take home the crown tonight at the PBR Classic. Twenty-four-year-old Cody Coverchuk said he is excited to get out and compete tonight. Coverchuk has been ri...
Jul 25, 2018

Humane Society looking for new homes for large influx of cats
The Battlefords Humane Society is asking for animal lovers to show their love and drop by the centre in North Battleford to adopt a pet. Shelter coordinator Michelle Spark said the facility currently ...
Jul 24, 2018

Live at Lunch set for another week in Central Park
If you're looking for a spot for lunch tomorrow, Central Park is where you're going to want to be. Starting at noon, the Battlefords Housing Authority will be hosting a barbecue at the "Live at Lunch"...
Jul 24, 2018