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Starycki family enjoys first holiday season post recovery

Like many families, the Starycki's are looking forward to a new year, just with a major change in routine. Jennifer and Dane's 13 year-old son Nate, (whose journey from living with gastroschisis to or...

Jan 12, 2022

City snow removal stalled by equipment failures

The City of North Battleford's crews had nearly 15 cm of snow to deal with following last week's storm. Unfortunately, some of the city's snow removal equipment, suffering mechanical malfunctions, was...

Jan 11, 2022

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce set for 116th annual luncheon

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the New Year with its annual Chair's Luncheon.Scheduled for Jan. 25, the event is running for the 116th straight year and marks a change in leadershi...

Jan 11, 2022

U13 Barons go undefeated to take gold in Kindersley

The U13 Battlefords Barons (2) posted a perfect 6-0 record on their way to the top of the podium over the weekend at the West Central Events Centre in Kindersley. One of 11 teams from across the regio...

Jan 11, 2022

As weather warms, risk of ice dams increases

While the warm weather is welcomed by most, it does come with its share of complications. Melting snow and ice can make roads and sidewalks treacherous, but some of the worst effects can be on the roo...

Jan 11, 2022

No new COVID-19-related deaths reported in the province, 1,027 new cases

Another day of high case numbers as the province reports 1,027 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 today.There are currently 8,229 cases considered active which includes 838 in the northern zones of the p...

Jan 11, 2022

City COVID restrictions remain due to province's high numbers

The City of North Battleford will keep its enhanced COVID-19 restrictions in place in response to high numbers in Saskatchewan. The city currently requires proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 ...

Jan 11, 2022

North Stars make changes to crease at CJHL trade deadline

The Battlefords North Stars made a pair of trades Monday, just prior to the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) trade deadline, giving the team a new look at the goaltending position. The Stars first...

Jan 11, 2022

Slim majority support government lockdowns, restrictions in response to Omicron

OTTAWA - A new poll suggests a slim majority of Canadians support the latest round of lockdowns and other government-imposed restrictions as the Omicron variant continue to fuel an explosion in new CO...

Jan 11, 2022

City thanks citizens, first responders in apt. building rescue

North Battleford Mayor David Gillan took the opportunity to thank not only the firefighters who helped people escape last week's apartment building fire, but also the citizens who assisted. Police and...

Jan 11, 2022