Category Archives: Post to Social

RCMP divers recover human remains, personal items from wreckage of downed plane
Human remains and a number of personal items have been found in a downed plane that crashed into a northern Saskatchewan lake 60 years ago. RCMP divers also recovered boots, a camera, pendant, knife a...
Feb 01, 2019

Ensure you arrive alive during winter storm: SGI
As the snow hits the ground these next two days, it's important that you stay safe and arrive alive. With 10 to 20 centimetres of snow expected to hit the area, it's imperative drivers follow the rule...
Feb 01, 2019

Sask. femicide rate exceeds national average: report
A new report is shining a light on the homicide rates for women and girls across Canada, and their numbers show Saskatchewan's femicide rate is above the national average.#CallItFemicide, the first an...
Feb 01, 2019

Meal demand up at Lighthouse
While the cold weather isn't driving up attendance numbers at The Lighthouse North Battleford, the facility's monthly meal counts are on the rise.Though the numbers are not steady, general manager Ker...
Feb 01, 2019
What'sHappeningNOW Jan. 31, 2019
Reporter Angie Rolheiser speaks about Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, who adressed the families of the victims today, telling them he is "so, so, so sorry."
Jan 31, 2019

Saskatchewan NDP leader Ryan Meili hopes to have mental health strategy
Saskatchewan NDP leader Ryan Meili hopes to see a provincial strategy to help people dealing with mental health challenges.Meili visited the Battlefords Thursday. His stop coincided with the Bell Let'...
Jan 31, 2019

BTEC set for annual Mardi Gras Magic Fundraiser
The Battlefords Trade and Education Centre (BTEC) is having its annual Mardi Gras Magic Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction, Feb. 9. Featuring catering and live music, the event will take place at the Do...
Jan 31, 2019

'I take full responsibility': Sidhu tells victims of Humboldt Broncos collision
After three days of emotional statements, the gallery of the Kerry Vickar Centre braced for one more. Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, the man whose semi the Humboldt Broncos team bus collided with, stood to spe...
Jan 31, 2019

The Battlefords may be hit with up to a foot of snow
It's time to get your shovels ready.A winter storm will be hitting the Battlefords and area tomorrow, and Saturday, causing reduced visibility, high winds, and a lot of snow. Environment Canada is cal...
Jan 31, 2019

Record year for development in the Battlefords
It was a boon year for development in the Battlefords. As of Dec. 31, 2018, the value of 131 building permits in the city totalled about $27 million. Seven new commercial builds alone last year amount...
Jan 31, 2019