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RCMP respond to over 800 COVID-19 complaints
Between March 1 and April 16, RCMP in the province responded to 894 COVID-19 related calls. Calls for service include 229 complaints of social gatherings of over 10 people, 395 complaints of people fa...
Apr 17, 2020 (file photo/paNOW Staff)
City gives update on operations plans during COVID-19 situation
The City of North Battleford is following a comprehensive strategy as part of its planning work to fortify operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.City manager Randy Patrick said in his report...
Apr 17, 2020 The City of North Battleford continues its work implementing protocols to protect staff and council during the COVID-19 crisis, such as holding meetings online. This week's council meeting was held via Zoom. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Province says worst case scenario for revenue decline could reach $3.3 billion
The provincial government has released three different scenarios in relation to the economic impact of COVID-19.The province said it was important to note that the projections were not explicit foreca...
Apr 17, 2020 Finance Minister Donna Harpauer. (Canadian Press)
Provincial government supports businesses during COVID-19
Business across the province who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will soon be receiving economic support from the provincial government.This week, the province began accepting applications...
Apr 17, 2020 Battlefords Chamber of Commerce welcomes provincial support (file photo/battlefordsNOW staff)
Province issues new orders to protect vulnerable population from COVID-19, case total at 307
There are two new cases of COVID-19 in the province, bringing Saskatchewan's total reported cases to 307. Of those cases, 75 are active. The latest figures were reported as the province announced new ...
Apr 17, 2020 Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab. (Canadian Press)
Law firm questions reasoning behind cancelled drive-in Easter service in Nipawin
A public drive-in Easter Service in Nipawin that was called off the night before has drawn attention from outside the province. The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF), a law firm based ...
Apr 17, 2020 A drive-in Easter Sunday service was set to take place at Centennial Arena's parking lot, but was cancelled due to public complaints and orders from Public Health. (Facebook/Chad Jeremy Glascock)
Dale Grayston named new coach of AAA Stars
The Battlefords AAA Stars have named Dale Grayston head coach, the club announced Thursday. The U-18 AAA Stars are pleased to announce our new Head Coach! pic.twitter.com/XVftRZvoQE— Battlefords...
Apr 16, 2020 Head coach Dale Grayston brings experience and winning pedigree to the fold behind the bench for the AAA Stars (File photo/battlefordsNOW)
SIGA prepared to protect guests when allowed to re-open
While their properties across Saskatchewan are closed, the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is telling patrons they will be taking precautions when they get the green light to re-open.In a ...
Apr 16, 2020 All of SIGA's casinos across Saskatchewan remain closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. (file photo/paNOW Staff)
R.M. of North Battleford passes budget
The R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 passed its 2020 municipal budget Wednesday.During a "socially distanced" meeting, council approved a budget that will be the fourth consecutive with no tax rate in...
Apr 16, 2020 The R.M. of North Battleford was able to avoid raising taxes, despite the addition of a new fire department. (submitted photo/R.M. of North Battleford)
City looks at Haven-4-Eight Rooming House financial challenges
The City of North Battleford is looking into financial challenges related to the Haven-4-Eight Rooming House project. The Battlefords Indian and Mtis Friendship Centre that runs the facility is concer...
Apr 16, 2020 (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)