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Battlefords experience blistering winds, blowing snow in winter storm
It was a night of howling wind, rain and snow across much of Saskatchewan Wednesday evening, and residents of the Battlefords received a front row seat. The storm system, which began in Alberta moved ...
Jan 14, 2021

Talk Tobacco: Breaking free from commercial tobacco addiction
If you smoke or vape, you may be at a higher risk for more serious outcomes of COVID-19 since the virus can harm your lungs and weaken your immune system's ability to fight respiratory infections. For...
Jan 14, 2021

Preliminary hearings set for two suspects in Gatzke homicide
Preliminary hearings have been set for two of the suspects in custody facing charges related to the death of Ryan John Gatzke in Battleford in 2019.Jacob Ballantyne, Isaac Melko, Charles McLean and a ...
Jan 13, 2021

All LSSD school buildings closed Thursday from weather conditions
Living Sky School Division (LSSD) announced all school buildings will be closed on January 14, due to extreme weather conditions.In a statement on Wednesday, LSSD Director of Education Brenda Vickers ...
Jan 13, 2021

Province records 247 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths
As of January 13, a total of 10,400 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Saskatchewan. The detailed vaccine report for Jan. 13 has not been received by the province and will be included...
Jan 13, 2021

Battlefords experiencing slick road conditions
It was a slick and slippery start to the day in the Battlefords Wednesday, as many residents found themselves having to exercise additional caution on their daily work commute. With a winter storm war...
Jan 13, 2021

Semi-truck accident north of Meota, Highway 4 closed
A semi-truck accident on Highway 4 just north of Meota has closed the road to all traffic. RCMP and emergency services are on scene, where the semi-truck jack-knifed across the highway. Battlefords RC...
Jan 13, 2021

City to receive grant for radar speed signs to calm traffic
The City of North Battleford's application for funding to improve traffic safety on some busy city roads was approved.North Battleford Director of City Operations Stewart Schafer updated council at it...
Jan 13, 2021

WDM offers new look exhibit for winter season
For the first time in nearly 30 years, the Western Development Museum (WDM) is hosting a temporary exhibit in their Summer Hall.Showcasing a number of classic vehicles and other vintage artifacts, the...
Jan 13, 2021

Severe storm expected Wednesday in the Battlefords
A significant winter storm is predicted to hit the Battlefords Wednesday morning.In a special weather statement on Tuesday, Environment Canada said the area could see freezing rain, followed by a swit...
Jan 12, 2021