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Deathly record reached with 800 total COVID related deaths in province
With two new deaths reported today by the provincial government, Saskatchewan has now reached 800 residents with COVID-19 who have died since the beginning of the pandemic.The provincial case fatality...
Oct 21, 2021

Youthful NorthWest Stars ready for big test ahead this weekend
The U18 NorthWest Stars entered the season with a young roster, looking to make a name for themselves in the Saskatchewan AA Hockey League.And while the season is still young - with the Stars currentl...
Oct 21, 2021

Warrant issued for man charged with second degree murder
Saskatchewan RCMP are actively trying to locate a male wanted for second degree murder following the death of a man in North Battleford.Police were alerted to a shooting on the 1200 block of 108th Str...
Oct 21, 2021

Canada launches standardized vaccine passport
A new standardized COVID-19 vaccine passport soon will be available for Saskatchewan residents looking to travel.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday the new proof of vaccination is being ...
Oct 21, 2021

Local talents Buziak, McNinch reflect on selection to Team Sask U18 program
When Team Saskatchewan announced their U18 Female Hockey roster this week, for Western Regionals, there were a couple of names that stood out in particular to hockey fans in the Battlefords community....
Oct 20, 2021

Five reported deaths and 246 new COVID-19 cases announced today
As of Oct. 20, the provincial government announced another 246 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 184 among unvaccinated individuals and 76 cases in children under the age of 11.Five new death...
Oct 20, 2021

First Shift program kicks off in the Battlefords
The Battlefords Minor Hockey Association (BMHA) held their welcome evening to kick off another year of the First Shift Program in the community, Tuesday night at the Alex Dillabough Centre in Battlefo...
Oct 20, 2021

North Stars Kesslering, Bear recognized in SJHL Players of the Week
The Battlefords North Stars are well represented with two players recognized in this week's SJHL Players of the Week. Steven Kesslering was named MVP of the Week, while Colby Bear was given Rookie of ...
Oct 19, 2021

Eight COVID-related deaths reported with 271 new cases, 85 in Northern Sask.
The province reported 271 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 today.Of the new cases, 207 were among unvaccinated individuals and 71 were in children between the ages of 0-11. Eight new deaths were also r...
Oct 19, 2021

North Stars acquire goaltender Harroch from Cranbrook
The Battlefords North Stars have added a spark between the pipes after acquiring 20-year-old goaltender, Michael Harroch from the Cranbrook Bucks of the BCHL, in exchange for a Player Development Fee....
Oct 19, 2021