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City takes action as rising coyote activity at North Battleford landfill sparks safety concerns

An increase in coyote activity at North Battleford's landfill has prompted the city to take action amid growing public safety concerns. Recently, residents in the city have noticed coyotes migrating t...

Two arrested after armed robbery in Debden and flight from police

Police officers with guns drawn were observed last week arresting two suspects outside Shellbrook.According to information provided by RCMP, last Thursday's incident had to do with a vehicle stolen fr...

CJHL, SJHL records broken in historic shootout victory for North Stars

The Battlefords North Stars are still buzzing days after being part of one of the most memorable games in Canadian junior hockey history.It took a Canadian Junior Hockey League and Saskatchewan Junior...

Winter recreation season underway across the Battlefords

As winter settles into the Battlefords, local parks and trails are once again becoming hubs of seasonal activity. Recent snowfall and warmer temperatures have created ideal conditions for a wide range...

Icy conditions persist due to freeze-thaw cycle

The warmer weather is certainly welcomed after a cool start to winter, but there is a downside. High temperatures are expected to be at or above freezing during the day, while being a little cooler ov...

RCMP located four kilograms of suspected cocaine during traffic stop near Maidstone

Four kilograms of suspected cocaine was seized during a traffic stop near Maidstone. On Jan. 8, the Saskatchewan RCMP Roving Traffic Unit performed a traffic stop on a car travelling on Highway 16 for...

Saskatchewan saw 16,218 home sales in 2025 as strong demand continues

Saskatchewan's housing market had its second-strongest year ever in 2025, with 16,218 homes sold across the province.That's according to data from the Saskatchewan Realtors Association, which said str...

Sask. Party touts job creation success, low unemployment in 2025

Despite a loss of 4,000 jobs to end 2025, the Government of Saskatchewan is looking at the big picture and seeing positive progress over the past year's employment numbers in the province.About 15,200...

Sask. changes inmate discipline rules after Supreme Court ruling

When an inmate at a provincial jail is brought up on disciplinary charges, the committee hearing then will now have to decide whether the inmate is guilty "beyond a reasonable doubt."The previous stan...

New WestJet economy seats cause comfort, safety concerns for Regina flyer

A "nightmare" is how Rob Noble of Regina describes the window seat he was assigned on a WestJet economy flight home from Cancun, Mexico.In recent days, viral videos have been showcasing the struggles ...