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Farm groups says U.S. tariffs on Canadian grain will cost farmers and families on both sides of the border
The U.S. is Canada's sixth largest market for non-durum wheat, fourth largest market for durum wheat, second largest market for barley, and largest market for oats. Dean Dias with Cereals Canada is ra...
Feb 03, 2025

'Supposed to live in peace, respect and friendship': Treaty Commissioner works to strengthen relationships through education
Communication has been the common thread throughout Dr. Kathy Walker's life. Growing up on Okanese First Nation in Treaty 4 territory, as she received her higher education at the University of Saskatc...
Feb 03, 2025

Intersection at 100th and 19th closed due to morning accident
The intersection at 100th and 19th is expected to be closed for the remainder of the day following a two-vehicle accident earlier Monday morning. According to police, all three people involved - inclu...
Feb 03, 2025

Sturgeon Lake First Nation calls on governments to study and protect 11,000 year old settlement
Following a major archaeological discovery west of Prince Albert involving the uncovering of a settlement that dates back 11,000 years, Sturgeon Lake First Nation and its council are calling on local,...
Feb 03, 2025

North Stars' struggles continue in Humboldt
It was another tough game for the Battlefords North Stars Saturday night, losing 10-3 to the Humboldt Broncos on the road to get handed their fourth loss in a row.Right out the gate, the North Stars f...
Feb 02, 2025

Nominations for 2025 North West BOB Awards open
Get ready - the 2025 North West Best of the Best (BOB) awards are coming. While the official launch date is Feb. 3, the online nominations begin Saturday and will once again celebrate all manner of ar...
Feb 01, 2025

Three losses in a row for the North Stars after loss to Humboldt
For the first time this season, the Battlefords North Stars find themselves on a three game losing streak after falling to the Humboldt Broncos 5-2 Friday night at the Access Communications Centre.In ...
Feb 01, 2025

Blowing snow and extreme cold expected across Saskatchewan
A blowing snow advisory is in effect for much of northwest Saskatchewan, including the Battlefords region, as an Alberta Clipper system moves through the province to end the mild weather.Environment C...
Jan 31, 2025

Community helps Battlefords woman rebuilds rainbow ice wall after teenage vandalism
When life gives you freezing weather, why not build a rainbow-coloured ice fortress?That's exactly what North Battleford resident Kim Bishop, did after vandals knocked down their beloved ice wall.Bish...
Jan 31, 2025

'Our dedicated core remains intact': Doug Forster named interim leader of Sask. United Party
Saskatchewan United Party welcomes Doug Forster as the new interim leader following Jon Hromek's resignation at the end of 2024.Forster represented the party in Yorkton last October's election but los...
Jan 31, 2025