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RCMP report several vehicle thefts, major break-in over past week
Several vehicles and high-value items were stolen over the past week in North Battleford. Sometime between July 12 at 2 p.m. and July 14 at 1 p.m., RCMP said someone broke into a home on Douglas Ave. ...
Jul 25, 2019
Walking for Wellness at Poundmaker Cree Nation a connection to 'old ways'
Those who want to show their support and take in some healthy exercise at the same time can join in the Walking for Wellness event at Poundmaker Cree Nation on Thursday.Participants will walk an 11 km...
Jul 25, 2019 An event called Walking for Wellness is taking place July 25 at Poundmaker Cree Nation. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Fred Light Museum offers Old Fashioned Family Fun
Summer is a time for fun and quality time spent with family. That is why the Fred Light Museum is hosting an Old Fashioned Family Fun Day on Aug. 9. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as the da...
Jul 25, 2019 This will mark the first year of the Old Fashioned Family Fun Day, an event organizers hope will become an annual occurrence within the community. (Facebook/Battleford’s Fred Light Museum)
Municipal leaders weigh in on bridge toll issue
The question of whether to put in place a toll on the Diefenbaker Bridge has got people talking.Recently the City of Prince Albert announced plans to look into implementing a fee for those who use the...
Jul 24, 2019 The idea of charging a toll on the Diefenbaker Bridge has prompted much debate among the public and politicians. (File photo/paNOW Staff)
A night of local music at the North Battleford Library
The North Battleford Library is hosting a musical event on Wednesday July 31 called Orbiting with Sputnik.It will be an evening full of music by local musician Sputnik featuring jazz, blues, fusion an...
Jul 24, 2019 A night of music at the North Battleford Library. (supplied photo/northbattlefordlibrary.com)
Father of suspect in 3 B.C. deaths expects son will go out in 'blaze of glory'
MILL BAY, B.C. - The father of a suspect in the deaths of three people in northern British Columbia says his son is in "very serious pain" and he expects a nationwide manhunt will end in the youn...
Jul 24, 2019
North Stars Golf Classic: a kick off to the new season
Coming off a short summer following their run to the Canalta Cup Championship in the 2018-19 season, the Battlefords North Stars may be a bit out of practice on the golf course. Several members of the...
Jul 24, 2019 North Battleford product Colby Cave, pictured here in action at the Stars’ annual event. (submitted photo/Jennifer Whyte)
Some businesses report little impact, others more so, during construction project
Shopping downtown? Don't be deterred by the rumble and roar of road crews at work. Downtown businesses want residents to know they are still open for service this summer while the 100 St. construction...
Jul 24, 2019 While traffic is closed on 100 St. in North Battleford due to construction work, businesses are reminding residents they are still open. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Provincial Parks offer Saskatchewan Survivor Series courses
Those looking for more survival skill knowledge for the Saskatchewan backcountry would benefit from a course offered by the provincial parks.The Saskatchewan Survivor Series will be offering courses o...
Jul 24, 2019 Saskatchewan Provincial Parks are offering educational courses to the public this summer (Submitted Photograph/Government of Saskatchewan)
RCMP look for community support for security camera network
The neighborhood watch is moving into the digital age.The City of North Battleford and the RCMP have asked members of the community to register their CCTV and security cameras with them to help counte...
Jul 24, 2019 (file photo/paNOW Staff)