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Government Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation
A province-wide campaign to raise awareness of human trafficking and sexual exploitation was launched in Regina today by government and community partners. With an emphasis on prevention and connecting people to services, the campaign includes posters that will be placed in high traffic locations like restaurants, gas ...
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Strawberry Tea
Strawberry tea sweet way to bring in Mother's Day
This Mother's Day, celebrate with a sweet twist. The third annual Old Fashioned Tea Party at the Fred Light Museum will take place on May 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. and all manner of delectable eats will be served up. "We have little guessing games, there's a door prize for people to put their name in," said Bernade...
May 07, 2024
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MVP Finalist
North Stars' Bell joins rarefied air with CJHL nomination
For the second time in as many years, Battlefords North Stars game-breaker, Kian Bell has been named as a nominee for Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) Most Valuable Player. Fresh off his second straight Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) MVP Award - becoming the first player in league history to win MVP twice...
May 07, 2024
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Home Run Start
18U Beavers take eight straight to open season
From the opening crack of the bat this baseball season, the 18U North Battleford Beavers have been off and running, having won eight straight games to open their spring 2024 schedule.The Beavers have swept back-to-back four-game weekends to start the year, with double-header victories in Moose Jaw and Assiniboia openin...
May 07, 2024
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Community News

SaskPark Encouraging Business Ideas
Turn your hobby into a business in a Saskatchewan Provincial Park this summer.Park visitors are always seeking exciting recreation activities to complement their camping experience, and we want to work with you to expand our park activities and offerings.Whether it's beach yoga classes, swimming lessons, or photography...
May 07, 2024
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Heart of the Youth Community Powwow
Heart of the Youth Community Powwow will be May 31.Registrations are being taken now.See the poster for details.
May 07, 2024
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Favel SOM
Poundmaker's Floyd Favel Order of Merit recipient
For his commitment to helping to revive the arts, culture and language in his Poundmaker Cree Nation community, Floyd Favel will add a few extra letters to his name. The artist, writer and educator was honoured with the 2024 Saskatchewan Order of Merit. "I wasn't looking for it, it happened but I gratefully accept...
May 07, 2024
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Hilltops football commits
Vikings trio reflect on Hilltops camp, joining national champs
Three members of the North Battleford Comprehensive High School (NBCHS) Vikings will make the jump to the post-secondary football ranks this fall, with the defending national champion, Saskatoon Hilltops.Dylan Geddes, Huntur Johnson, and Oskar Humenny were three of the 100 players (60 returnees and 40 high school playe...
May 06, 2024
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Batters Up!
Battlefords Minor Softball sees home-run start to season
Following a rapid growth the last two years prior, that saw registration numbers skyrocket between 24 and 25 percent each year, Battlefords Minor Softball Association (BMSA) has seen a similar enrollment to last year this season, showing stability in the recent growth of the sport locally, with another 20 teams this ye...
May 04, 2024
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BBEX Nominations
Business awards open for nominations
The nominations for the 30th edition of the BBEX are now open for submission. "The members of the public can nominate a business or a person that they believe is deserving of one of the categories of the BBEX awards," said Linda Machniak, of the Chamber of Commerce. She explained that once they get the nomina...
May 03, 2024
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Sunshine and Music
Live at Lunch concert series to return to N.B. this summer
The North Battleford Downtown BID (Business Improvement District) has announced the return of their Live at Lunch summer concert series starting July 10.Showcasing local artists from around the Battlefords and area, the Live at Lunch series has traditionally been held every other Wednesday through July and August and t...
May 03, 2024
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Battlefords Vintage Auto Club Show and Shine
The Battlefords Vintage Auto Club is hosting a Show and Shine, June 1st in Battleford.See the poster for details.
May 03, 2024
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Season on-deck
North Battleford Beavers eager to begin title defense
Fresh off their first North Sask River Baseball League (NSRBL) championship since the team's dynastic run of four straight from 1994-97, the North Battleford Beavers are now gearing up to begin their title defense, with the start of the 2024 senior ball season just over a week away.Player/coach with the Beavers, Kyle G...
May 02, 2024
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Safety Survey
Doing the math: survey looks to gauge public safety in N. Battleford
Six years ago, the City of North Battleford commissioned a crime perception survey done. At the time, Maclean's Magazine had named North Battleford, which had a crime severity index that was five times the national average, Canada's "crime capital." Tarah Hodgkinson, lead researcher and assistant professor fr...
May 02, 2024
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Water Main
North Battleford annual flushing underway May 6
Beginning Monday, North Battleford residents will see the "Water Main Flushing" signs around town as the annual "unidirectional water line flushing process" begins. According to a news release, the flushing helps to ensure lines work and the areas impacted in the two-week long process will be "...
May 02, 2024
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Children's Festival of Saskatchewan - Saskatoon
Hey families! Children's Festival of Saskatchewan is just around the corner! From June 6th to 9th, Kinsmen Park in Saskatoon will transform into a magical wonderland for kids of all ages. Experience four days filled with thrilling performances, interactive workshops, creative crafts, and much more! And don't forget! We...
May 02, 2024
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Income Assistance
Income assistance clients seeing increases starting May 1
Starting Wednesday, clients using Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) and Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) are set to get a three per cent rise in income assistance benefits. "Depending on your individual situation, whether you have children or where you might live within the province that could var...
May 01, 2024
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Leaving a Legacy
Remembering Ray Mitsuing: A CPCA legend on and off the track
With the news of Ray Mitsuing's recent passing, local drivers from the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) are sharing their memories and stories remembering Loon Lake's legendary Chuckwagon champion. A seven-time CPCA champion and four-time Calgary Stampede Finalist, who was recently named to the Saska...
May 01, 2024
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Province Invests $42.6 Million In Community-Based Funding to Address Interpersonal Violence
Increased Investment will Strengthen Community Outreach and Empower FamiliesThe Government of Saskatchewan is providing $42.6 million over three years ($14.2 million a year) to 34 community-based service organizations and 54 programs across the province that provide supports and services to individuals and their famili...
May 01, 2024
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Nordale Community Music Bingo
The Nordale Community Club Hall, a cherished venue for gatherings since the late 1980s, is undergoing vital upgrades and renovations to continue serving the community's needs. Last year, the Club invested over $35,000 in furnaces and air-conditioning units, followed by a $20,000 renovation of the washrooms. Despite the...
May 01, 2024
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National Recognition
North Stars' Olsen nominated for CJHL Rookie of the Year
Already the first defenceman in over 20 years to take home SJHL Rookie of the Year honours, Carson Olsen of the Battlefords North Stars is now also up for some national recognition, as one of five nominees for the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) Rookie of the Year. The lone defenceman across the CJHL's nine member...
Apr 30, 2024
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A Packed Barn
N.B. Kinsmen Rodeo features large crowds, local talent
North Battleford's Access Communications Centre was rocking over the weekend with bucking broncs, country music, and capacity crowds at the 52nd Annual North Battleford Kinsmen Rodeo, held Friday through Sunday, April 26-28. Complemented by what was gorgeous weather outside throughout the three-day event, organizing co...
Apr 29, 2024
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Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Consecration of the First Anglican Bishop of Saskatchewan
St. Alban's Cathedral is celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Consecration of its First Anglican Bishop.See the poster for details.
Apr 29, 2024
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Induction Ceremony this June
North Stars relish opportunity to host SJHL Hall of Fame
Just a year after hosting a special 50th Anniversary celebration, the Battlefords North Stars will again hold a special milestone event this summer, as hosts of the 2024 SJHL Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.Coupling the Induction Banquet with their annual Alumni Golf Tournament for a two-day weekend celebration June 21...
Apr 26, 2024
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BGC Thankful Thursday
#ThankfulThursday features a shout-out to the City of North Battleford (Official). Thanks to you, our Club can operate our FREE Drop-in Programs, every weekday from 3:30pm-8:30pm at our Main Site. These programs allow children and youth to engage in enriching crafts/activities, physical activity, team-building exercise...
Apr 25, 2024
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Rustlers Volleyball
Crusaders' Bell excited for next chapter with Lakeland College
Following a highly successful last three years with the John Paul II Crusaders volleyball team, North Battleford's Josh Bell will be headed to Lakeland College for the next chapter of his volleyball journey this fall.The Crusaders' senior said he looks forward to the opportunity ahead to continue to pursue his passion ...
Apr 24, 2024
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2023-24 Hardware
AAA Stars celebrate best of season with year-end awards
The Battlefords AAA Stars recently held their annual team awards banquet, celebrating the best of the 2023-24 hockey season. While the team just missed the playoffs, they did see a seven-win improvement from the year prior, finishing the season 10th overall in the Saskatchewan Male AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL), with a 1...
Apr 23, 2024
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Sharing memories
North Stars reflect on one-year anniversary of 2023 championship
One year ago today, the Battlefords North Stars capped off their winningest season in franchise history, with their fourth Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) championship in franchise history.Setting numerous franchise and SJHL records during the 2022-23 regular season, the team became the first in league history...
Apr 23, 2024
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