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Battlefords mayors stress caution ahead of May long
Battlefords residents buzzing to get out of the house this long weekend are being cautioned by the mayors. Mayor Ryan Bater of North Battleford said he's excited for this weekend, which will see golfe...
May 15, 2020
After guilty pleas, two individuals sentenced for accessory charges in Laverdiere homicide
Two of eight suspects facing charges connected to the Tiki Laverdiere homicide investigation were sentenced in Battleford Queen's Bench Court Friday.Brent Checkosis was sentenced to seven years in pri...
May 15, 2020
Splish Splash shows support to first responders, healthcare workers and food bank
A local business managed to show its support to first responders and health care professionals during the COVID-19 situation, and also help the local food bank at the same time. Splish Splash Auto, RV...
May 14, 2020
Snowbirds fly over Battlefords on cross-country trek in support of front-line workers
It was a nice relief to help get resident's minds off the pandemic, even for a fleeting moment. That was the overall theme of the Snowbirds' show overhead Thursday afternoon, as they continued on thei...
May 14, 2020
Five new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan, province prepares for phase two of reopen plan
There are five new cases of COVID-19 in the province, with four in the La Loche area and one in Regina. The latest numbers bring the provincial total to 582 with 178 considered active.There have been ...
May 14, 2020
Snowbirds flying over the Battlefords
The residents in the Battlefords will have a unique view and sound from the skies this afternoon, when the Canadian Forces Snowbirds fly over the community.The Snowbirds are crossing the nation to sal...
May 14, 2020
Residents concerned about property vandalism, crime near city walkways
Some residents are asking the city to close some of its community walkways in North Battleford following incidents of vandalism and other crimes. The city received two applications and several phone c...
May 13, 2020
Four new cases of COVID-19 in La Loche, province extends State of Emergency
All four of Saskatchewan's COVID-19 cases are in the La Loche area and while numbers are low, the provincial State of Emergency was extended for another two weeks.The new cases bring the provincial to...
May 13, 2020
Mayor reminds residents to follow recycling rules
The City of North Battleford is urging residents carefully adhere to recycling guidelines.Mayor Ryan Bater said several audits have shown people continue to put items in the blue bins that aren't recy...
May 13, 2020
Supplemental learning opportunities for Living Sky students available
Similar to other school divisions, Living Sky School Division officials informed parents there will be no return to classes this school year. However students still have a chance to take on supplement...
May 12, 2020