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Battlefords residents flock to Gold Eagle Casino after reopening
It didn't take long for residents of the Battlefords, and beyond, to enter the Gold Eagle Casino when doors opened Thursday evening.The opening occurred earlier than planned, as a lineup began to pile...
Jul 10, 2020

Local volleyball standout reflects on journey, scholarship opportunity ahead
For North Battleford local, Abbey Neufeld, volleyball has always been a big part of her life. Taking to the sport at a young age, Neufeld began playing club volleyball at age 10, and has only grown in...
Jul 09, 2020

Hotels hope for more pandemic recovery following spring losses
As many businesses across Saskatchewan continue to see small positives since reopening, the tourism industry remains the hardest hit. However, there's some hope that more progress in combating the spr...
Jul 09, 2020

City to apply for disaster assistance eligibility for storm damages
Residents needing additional help to cover their property damages following this week's rain and wind storms may see some relief.The City of North Battleford hopes the province will provide some suppo...
Jul 09, 2020

Five new cases of COVID-19 in province, cluster identified in P.A.
There are five new cases of COVID-19 reported in the province today, bringing the provincial total to 813 cases. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting Prince Albert residents and those travell...
Jul 09, 2020

Fred Light Museum expands Honor Our Veterans banner program in second year
The Fred Light Museum will be running its Honor Our Veterans banner program again this year.This will be the second year that they have run the program, which hangs banners on light posts around Battl...
Jul 09, 2020

Man arrested for second-degree murder
Michael Jordan White, the 32-year-old suspect wanted in relation to the homicide of Todd Stone, has been arrested.Strathcona County RCMP in Alberta arrested White, who hails from Sweet Grass First Nat...
Jul 09, 2020

Business steady at campgrounds after restrictions eased
A week into July, parks and campgrounds are seeing steady numbers of visitors.Prior to rainfall, the Battlefords Provincial Park filled up quickly for the July long weekend after slowly easing restric...
Jul 08, 2020

Local soccer program ‘kicks off’ in the Battlefords
The Battlefords United Football Club (BUFC) began their training this week, as part of the local soccer organization's return to the sport this summer.The soccer season will not feature games against ...
Jul 08, 2020

Finlayson Island walking bridge and North Battleford boat launch closed
Those planning outings in the Battlefords will want to keep in mind some recent closures impacted by significant rainfall in the area and high water levels for the North Saskatchewan River.The Finlays...
Jul 08, 2020