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Battlefords Chamber holding all-candidates forum open to public
The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce plans to hold an all-candidates forum open to the public on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.The event will take place at the Muse Theatre at the Western D...
Oct 10, 2019 Battlefords Chamber of Commerce chair Dallan Oberg, left, will act as the moderator for the all-candidates forum in North Battleford on Oct. 17. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Village of Meota to hold byelection for mayor, councillor positions
The Village of Meota will hold a byelection in November for the mayoral and one councillor position.As recently advertised, the village is accepting nominations for the two now vacant positions.Nomina...
Oct 10, 2019 (file photo/JPBG Staff)
Slow progress continues in northwest fields
Despite some unfavourable weather over the past seven days, some producers were able to make marginal progress in the field. Saskatchewan Agriculture said 42 per cent of the crop is in the bin, up fro...
Oct 10, 2019 (file photo/paNOW Staff)
Suspect, considered dangerous, remains at large after vehicle theft
Police in the Battlefords continue to search for a suspect after a vehicle theft late Wednesday night.Officers have recovered a 1998 grey Chevrolet PU that was taken from around Diefenbaker Dr. and 11...
Oct 10, 2019
Stars score two in final three minutes, steal shootout victory in Melfort
Like a skilled magician, the Battlefords North Stars pulled a rabbit out of a hat Wednesday night, and made a two-goal deficit disappear with under three minutes to go in regulation, on their way to a...
Oct 10, 2019 Stars’ teammates congratulate forward Rylan Nivon on the bench, following the veteran's late tying goal. Nivon was the difference maker Wednesday night for the Stars picking up three points on the night, in addition to the shootout game-winner. (Martin Martison/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Town encourages residents in arrears to contact town to arrange to pay taxes owing
The Town of Battleford is encouraging people to pay their taxes in arrears to ensure the town doesn't have to take action that could put their properties at risk.CAO John Enns-Wind gave an update on o...
Oct 09, 2019 Mayor Ames Leslie, left, and CAO John Enns-Wind look at outstanding taxes at council's recent meeting. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation begins building fire department
In February 2015, a fire on the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation killed two-year-old Harley and 18-month-old Haley Cheenanow.Three years later, a 32-year-old woman was reported unaccounted for after a h...
Oct 09, 2019 The Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation has started to build its own fire department from the ground up. Chief and council are seen in front of a newly purchased fire truck. (supplied/Barry Mitsuing-Chalifoux)
Town breaks ground for lagoon wastewater system upgrade and expansion project
The Town of Battleford came together with supporters for a special sod-turning ceremony Wednesday to announce the start of the $5.2 million lagoon wastewater treatment system upgrade and expansion pro...
Oct 09, 2019 Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie, third from left, with, left to right, Battlefords Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer Linda Machniak, MLA Herb Cox, Phyllis Paddy of Thunderchild First Nation, Coun. Judy Pruden, CAO John Enns-Wind and Utilities Manager Aubrey Whittleton at the announcement for the Battleford Wastewater Treatment System Lagoon Upgrade Project Wednesday. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Stars head to Melfort to meet Mustangs in replay of last year’s league final
Following a busy schedule that saw the team play four games in five nights on the road last week, the Battlefords North Stars will return to action Wednesday night in Melfort. Heading back on the road...
Oct 09, 2019 Wednesday night’s matchup between the North Stars and Mustangs will be the first meeting between the two sides since last year’s Canalta Cup Final playoff series. A series that ended in heartbreak for the Mustangs and jubilation for the Stars, it shouldn’t take long for the two sides to renew the rivalry this evening. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Donation will help Battlefords Boys & Girls Club meet ever growing demand
Not all youth have the same opportunity to access safe, constructive activities and positive guidance outside of school.This is where the Battlefords Boys & Girls Club steps in to help. The non-pr...
Oct 09, 2019 A $6,000 donation from Canada Post was made to the Battlefords Boys & Girls Club. (battlefordsNOW Staff)