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'It's a difficult time for us': Battlefords food bank cuts hampers as Saskatchewan grocery inflation tops Canada
As Saskatchewan records the highest food inflation rate in Canada, the Battlefords food bank says demand for children's food bags has nearly doubled compared with a year ago.The Battlefords District F...
May 08, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 443554064 © Evgdneprua | Dreamstime.com)
Fishing season opens in Southern Management Zone as snowmelt delays Northern, Central areas
While many people in Northern Saskatchewan are waiting for the snow and ice to melt off of the lakes, others in the southern parts of the province are getting to enjoy some of the first days of the fi...
May 08, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 5962629 © Matthew Mill | Dreamstime.com)
Federal defence minister to declare future of Snowbirds in Moose Jaw later this month
The federal defence minister will travel to Moose Jaw to give an update on the future of the Snowbirds later this month.The opposition Conservatives accused the Liberal government of plans to try and ...
May 08, 2026 The federal defence minister will visit Moose Jaw on May 19, 2026 for an update on the Snowbirds. (Image Credit: Gillian Massie/CJME)
Some Sask. floodwaters receding as warmer weather threatens other areas
A weekend warmup could add more pressure to Saskatchewan's flooding crisis after the number of local states of emergency more than doubled this week.The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) said 3...
May 08, 2026 Just off Kalyna Road, there's meant to be a bridge taking drivers over Garden River, though, by Wednesday afternoon that structure was completely submerged. The bridge was only closed hours earlier, with the flooding developing in a short span of time. (Image Credit: Marija Robinson/CKOM)
UPDATE: On Air for Healthcare Radiothon underway with focus on life-saving dialysis care
UPDATE: As of 4 p.m. today, the Pattison Media's radiothon had raised $157,573 toward its $200,000 goal for upgrades to the dialysis unit at Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH).Come donate and be part of...
May 08, 2026 (Image Credit: Kenneth Cheung/battlefordsNOW)
Floodwaters ease near Prince Albert, but officials warn risk remains as hundreds stay evacuated
Flood levels affecting several Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) member First Nations are beginning to recede, but officials say the threat is not over as emergency crews continue monitoring river co...
May 07, 2026 A car partially submerge by flood waters on the Shoal Lake First Nation. (Image Credit: submitted/Tina Pelletier)
Jane Shury steps down from Sask. Baseball Hall of Fame as Earl Berard takes over
After serving as the president of the Saskatchewan baseball Hall of Fame since 2008, Jane Shury has officially called it a career and stepped down. When asked what went into the decision to step down ...
May 07, 2026 Earl Berard has taken over as the president of the Sask. Baseball Hall of Fame after serving on the board since 2007. (Image Credit: Ryan Lambert/battlefordsNOW staff)
Inflation impacting non-profit operations
Non-profit organizations in Saskatchewan are feeling the pinch when it comes to inflation. Staff with Meadow Lake Outreach Ministries have noticed the impact of inflation to the services they provide ...
May 07, 2026 Delton Sylvain of Meadow Lake Outreach Ministries said they are having to do more with less. (Image Credit: Kenneth Cheung/meadowlakeNOW Staff)
BUFC set to begin the outdoor season in Saskatoon
The Battlefords United Football Club (BUFC) is heading to Saskatoon this weekend to open the season at the Lakewood Tournament. The club is sending seven teams: two U9 squads, U13, U15, U17 boys, U19 ...
May 07, 2026 Battlefords United FC will send seven teams to Saskatoon this weekend to participate in the Lakewood Tournament. (Image Credit: sasksoccer.com)
Town of Battleford commits $3.7M to proposed regional arena and event centre
The Town of Battleford has agreed to a one-time $3.7 million capital contribution in support of the proposed Regional Twin Pad Arena and Event Center. In his report to council, CAO Landon Chambers pre...
May 07, 2026 An exterior rendering of the proposed regional arena and event centre. (Image Credit: Nustadia Recreation Inc.)