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Important Ways To Beat the Heat

The heatwave continues in Canada's west with record breaking temperatures.Environment Canada's weather forecast shows a prolonged heat wave into next week for most of Saskatchewan. Temperatures will d...

Jun 30, 2021

Accused facing charge in his wife Cindy MacKay's death to set preliminary inquiry dates

A man facing a charge in the death of Cindy MacKay will be setting dates for a preliminary inquiry in the case.Michael MacKay, 38, is charged with first degree murder in the death of his wife Cindy Ma...

Jun 30, 2021

Year-end figures show Saskatchewan’s deficit lower than expected

Saskatchewan is reporting a $1.13-billion deficit for the 2020-21 fiscal year - a significantly lower number than was forecast.The deficit announced by Finance Minister Donna Harpauer on Wednesday is ...

Jun 30, 2021

Heat, dry conditions taking toll on crops in Saskatchewan

The heat wave in Saskatchewan is having a major impact on crops in the province.In its weekly crop report, the Ministry of Agriculture said producers around the province need rain to improve crop and ...

Jun 30, 2021

City to postpone Territorial Drive and Hwy 4 repaving project to next year

The City of North Battleford will refocus some of its budgeted funding for paving work this year from one larger project to a number of smaller pavement projects.City director of operations Stewart Sc...

Jun 30, 2021

Man arrested following armed robbery in Poundmaker Cree Nation

An adult male is in custody, following multiple incidents of armed robbery Tuesday evening.Battlefords RCMP received two complaints of incidents at two businesses in Poundmaker Cree Nation, where the ...

Jun 30, 2021

Indigenous leaders reflect on past, present

The painful history of Residential Schools in Canada is ever-so present for the indigenous community, while there's hope that the stories of the past month can finally create change.During the Pipe Ce...

Jun 29, 2021

Local educator Hawboldt recognized for dedication to school, community athletics

Battlefords local, Tom Hawboldt has been recognized for his commitment and dedication to school and community sport, with a Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) Service Award. Hawbol...

Jun 29, 2021

North Stars AGM features reflection on lost season, renewed optimism for 2021-22

The Battlefords North Stars held their Annual General Meeting (AGM) Monday evening, to discuss the team's outlook both financially and otherwise moving forward, following an unprecedented 2020-21 seas...

Jun 29, 2021

Nikita Cook to stand trial in September connected to Tiki Laverdiere death

One of the individuals accused in the Tiki Laverdiere homicide investigation is now scheduled for a September trial date.Nikita Cook, of Onion Lake Cree Nation, is facing charges of first-degree murde...

Jun 29, 2021