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Council agrees to accept effluent for out-of-city business temporarily
The City of North Battleford has agreed to accept effluent for an out-of-city business to its system if it has the capability, after receiving a request from the Town of Battleford.The town asked the ...
Apr 15, 2020 North Battleford city council discussed a request from the town to temporarily accept effluent for an out-of-city-business at the city's facility until the town expands and upgrades its lagoon wastewater treatment system. Council's meeting was live-streamed via Zoom. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Local organizations stepping up to feed communities during pandemic
Social distancing, banning of public gatherings and other COVID-19 measures couldn't curb the spirit of giving on Easter weekend, as non-profits and low income families were on the receiving end of ki...
Apr 15, 2020 Organizations have rallied to support their communities during Easter weekend, like the Lloydminster Exhibition Association. (Submitted photo/Jackie Tomayer)
Mayor Ames Leslie announces winners of his online kids contest
While people have been cooped up in their homes during the COVID-19 situation in Canada, the Town of Battleford's Mayor Ames Leslie started an online competition for kids to help pass the time.The com...
Apr 15, 2020 Town of Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie announced online contest winners. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
New taxi company on the way
North Battleford residents will now have more choices when they look for a taxi ride in the area.City council approved an application from NB City Cab Inc. to open and operate its new business, with l...
Apr 15, 2020 North Battleford lawmakers approved a request from an applicant to open a new taxicab business in the city. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
City defers property tax due date among provisions to help people dealing with COVID-19 challenges
North Battleford lawmakers hope to relieve some of the financial pressure on residents and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Council approved a resolution at its meeting Tuesday that include...
Apr 15, 2020 Council approved a resolution to help people dealing with short-term financial challenges due to the COVID-19 crisis. It also increased the city's line of credit to ease cash flow if needed as a precaution. (File photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Cameco commits $1 million for COVID-19 relief
Cameco has made a financial commitment to help out Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and northern communities with a $1 million COVID Relief Fund.Grants will be made available to charities, not for profits, t...
Apr 15, 2020 (file photo)
Accused in Sequin Mooswa homicide has case adjourned
The accused in the Sequin Mooswa homicide investigation remains in custody and is scheduled to return to North Battleford Provincial Court later this month.He had his matter adjourned at his last cour...
Apr 14, 2020 Keenan Mirasty who is charged with second-degree murder in relation to the death of Sequin Mooswa is due to return to court via CCTV April 29. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Hockey community remembers Colby Cave
The tremendous outpouring of support for Colby Cave's family continues from people throughout the hockey world.The Cave family has been overwhelmed by the condolences and respectful words from former ...
Apr 14, 2020 Members of the hockey community joined the Battlefords region in remembering Colby Cave over the past two days. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW)
Town receives two letters opposing de-designating old St. Vital Church heritage site
The Town of Battleford received two letters so far from those opposed to the town's proposal to strip the former St. Vital Church's municipal heritage property designation. Council will make a decisio...
Apr 14, 2020 The Town of Battleford received two letters opposing a proposal to de-designate the former St. Vital Church building as a heritage site. The matter is scheduled to return to council on April 20 for a decision. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Cooperation a key to Battlefords area success during COVID-19
As updates on the COVID-19 situations continue to roll in on a daily basis, both provincially and federally, the Battlefords area continues to be one of the least affected areas.North Battleford Mayor...
Apr 14, 2020 Mayor Ryan Bater talked about the communication between local municipalities (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)