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Boushie family's lawyers hope to see law abolishing peremptory challenges remain

Colten Boushie's mother, Debbie Baptiste, doesn't want to see the clock turn back on progress in justice.She is opposed to a proposal at the Supreme Court of Canada underway in Ottawa to potentially a...

Oct 07, 2020

Council candidate Mercer focused on social programing in community

For the better part of the last 48 years, Dennis Mercer has called North Battleford home. It is where he's raised his family, and where he spent 20 years of his education career, teaching at John Paul...

Oct 07, 2020

Truck stolen in North Battleford seen near Spiritwood

Spiritwood RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating a truck that was stolen within city limits in North Battleford on October 6.The stolen pickup is a 1996 white and green F-250, with a Saskatche...

Oct 07, 2020

Police ask for help in Lashburn home invasion investigation

Maidstone RCMP are asking for public assistance in locating a truck from a home invasion in Lashburn on Tuesday.That evening, police received a report of the incident at around 11:30 PM. The initial i...

Oct 07, 2020

Province records 10 new COVID-19 cases, 11 more recoveries

There are 10 new cases of COVID-19 to report in the province and 11 more recoveries.The provincial total is now at 1,994.The new cases are located in the Saskatoon (four), Central West (one), Central ...

Oct 07, 2020

NB Fire Department sells out Beef on a Bun fundraiser

More than just a hearty lunch; it's making a real difference. The North Battleford Fire Department hosted their annual Beef on a Bun fundraiser Wednesday at the fire hall.The event, which is organized...

Oct 07, 2020

Boreal Heartland inks deal with Federated Co-op to sell northern tea blends

A co-branding agreement between Federated Co-operatives Ltd. (FCL) and Air Ronge's Boreal Heartland Herbal Products will allow northern Saskatchewan-sourced teas to be sold throughout Western Canada. ...

Oct 07, 2020

Finalists announced for Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) Awards

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists in the Battlefords Business Excellence Awards. Chief Operating Officer Linda Machniak said after a difficult year due to COVID-19 restri...

Oct 06, 2020

P.A. nurse wins appeal regarding health care social media comments

A Prince Albert nurse says she's relieved following an ultimately successful legal battle with her professional association over social media comments she made.Carolyn Strom spoke to reporters followi...

Oct 06, 2020

City council candidate Plews aims to make a difference

George Plews is among the hopefuls vying for a seat on city council in North Battleford in the upcoming election. "I have lived in North Battleford for 30 years," he said. "I just want to do my part; ...

Oct 06, 2020