Category Archives: Post to Social
Five new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan, province prepares for phase two of reopen plan
There are five new cases of COVID-19 in the province, with four in the La Loche area and one in Regina. The latest numbers bring the provincial total to 582 with 178 considered active.There have been ...
May 14, 2020
Sentencing planned for two facing accessory charge in Laverdiere homicide
Two of the eight suspects connected to the Tiki Laverdiere homicide investigation are scheduled to be sentenced in Battleford Queen's Bench Court Friday.Mavis Takakenew, 55, pleaded guilty to accessor...
May 14, 2020
People urged to not cut their grass in May to help pollinators
While COVID-19 isolation may have amateur yard care professionals eyeing the front lawn with anticipation, a permaculture guild is asking people to halt grass cutting in honour of 'No Mow May.'The rea...
May 14, 2020
Province provides $10 million in funding for livestock producers
The provincial government will provide $10 million in funding to help livestock producers as they navigate market disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.The support will include $5 million for th...
May 14, 2020
Snowbirds flying over the Battlefords
The residents in the Battlefords will have a unique view and sound from the skies this afternoon, when the Canadian Forces Snowbirds fly over the community.The Snowbirds are crossing the nation to sal...
May 14, 2020
Organizers hope to hold Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event in the fall
Local advocates hope to raise awareness about the issue of sexual assault in the community to encourage people to talk about the problem and help prevent it. Sexual Assault Awareness Week runs from fr...
May 14, 2020
Bike safety an important reminder this spring
As warmer weather approaches with summertime on the horizon, bicycle riding can serve as a fun pastime and a great way to stay active for many in the community.However, before strapping on that helmet...
May 13, 2020
Residents concerned about property vandalism, crime near city walkways
Some residents are asking the city to close some of its community walkways in North Battleford following incidents of vandalism and other crimes. The city received two applications and several phone c...
May 13, 2020
North Battleford receives over $2 million in infrastructure funding
The injection of $320 million for infrastructure projects announced by the Saskatchewan Government last week is a welcome development for business in the Battlefords, as municipalities, the Chamber of...
May 13, 2020
Four new cases of COVID-19 in La Loche, province extends State of Emergency
All four of Saskatchewan's COVID-19 cases are in the La Loche area and while numbers are low, the provincial State of Emergency was extended for another two weeks.The new cases bring the provincial to...
May 13, 2020