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Icy roads and bare condition stretches across N.B. and M.L.
Highways in North Battleford, Meadow Lake, and the surrounding areas are partially covered in ice and snow, with some sections experiencing pavement frost and ice. However, as of Christmas Eve morning, most roads are still bare and dry.NORTH BATTLEFORD: Bare Dry Conditions ExistBiggar: Partly Covered and Pavement Frost...
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Where's he at?
Track Santa's flight around the world
Santa has checked his list twice and knows who has been naughty and nice.Now, he's travelling around the world delivering gifts for children. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has been tracking Santa Clause, who left the North Pole while we were all still sleeping.CLICK HERE to find out where Santa i...
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New Years
Ring in the New Year at the Agrivilla Dec. 31
As the first day of winter settles in, the world looks to the start of a new year. With the proverbial ball is set to drop, a party awaits at the Battlefords Agricultural Society, lest old acquaintance be forgotten. "Years ago, we used to always do a New Years celebration and we just kind of got out of the habit,&...
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HIGHWAY HOTLINE
Icy roads and bare condition stretches across N.B. and M.L.
Highways in North Battleford, Meadow Lake, and the surrounding areas are partially covered in ice and snow, with some sections experiencing pavement frost and ice. However, as of Christmas Eve morning, most roads are still bare and dry.NORTH BATTLEFORD: Bare Dry Conditions ExistBiggar: Partly Covered and Pavement Frost...
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HOLIDAY SPIRIT
'It's a beacon of hope that someone cares': Battlefords food bank provides hampers to over 1,000 people in need
The Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre (BDFRC) distributed hundreds of Christmas food hampers on Monday to address food insecurity in the community during the festive season.With each hamper given out, they ensured everyone had a warm meal to face the biting cold and, for those going through tough times, a r...
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Drug Bust
Lloyd Man charged with drug trafficking
A 55-year-old man will appear in Lloydminster court in mid-January after being charged with drug trafficking. According to police, Lloydminster RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) and the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team found and seized 28 grams of methamphetamine; 14 grams of Fentanyl; nearly $2,000 cash; d...
Dec 23, 2024
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Slow Start
Klippers double up North Stars to end first half of season
It was the last game of 2024 for the Battlefords North Stars on Saturday at the Access Communications Centre, and after a tough fought game, ended up losing to the Kinderlsey Klippers, 6-3.In the first period, the North Stars came out getting some good looks on net but still failed to get on the board as it was the Kli...
Dec 22, 2024
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Geering sentenced
Geering sentenced to 7 years for mother's death
In Battleford this morning, the victim impact statement of Cherie Curry, the daughter of homicide victim Beatrice Geering, rang out in the quiet King's Bench courtroom as Walter Geering listened, waiting to be sentenced. "My father was traumatized the day he lost his wife of 53 years and the son he thought he had,...
Dec 20, 2024
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Saskatchewan
Premier Scott Moe reflects on 2024 and looks ahead to 2025
With the calendar about to turn over to 2025, it's only natural to take stock of the year that was and the hopes for the year that will be.Senior reporter Lisa Schick sat down with Premier Scott Moe in his cabinet office for an end-of-year chat.The following interview has been edited for length and clarity.Lisa: First ...
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Where's he at?
Track Santa's flight around the world
Santa has checked his list twice and knows who has been naughty and nice.Now, he's travelling around the world delivering gifts for children. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has been tracking Santa Clause, who left the North Pole while we were all still sleeping.CLICK HERE to find out where Santa i...
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Trudeau to chair Canada-U.S. relations cabinet committee amid calls to resign
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will chair a meeting of the cabinet committee on Canada-U.S. relations today, amid increasing calls for his resignation.A mid-day adjustment to Trudeau's itinerary was issued by the Prime Minister's Office and notes he will take part in the meeting virtually, though a specific tim...
Dec 23, 2024
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Premier Scott Moe reflects on 2024 and looks ahead to 2025
With the calendar about to turn over to 2025, it's only natural to take stock of the year that was and the hopes for the year that will be.Reporter Lisa Schick sat down with Premier Scott Moe in his cabinet office for an end-of-year chat.The following interview has been edited for length and clarity.Lisa: First of all,...
Dec 23, 2024
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Waiting for a decision
Verdict reserved for Mistawasis murder case
The decision to convict a man of murder, or a lesser offence of manslaughter, now rests in the hands of a Prince Albert Court of King's Bench Justice.Roy Lasas's trial wrapped up Friday with final arguments from Crown Prosecutor Kristen Hubbard and Defence lawyer Mike Nolan.In relation to the death of Troy Watson at Mi...
Dec 22, 2024
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Judges appointed
Two new Provincial Court judges appointed in Prince Albert
Prince Albert has two new Provincial Court judges, the province announced Friday afternoon. Lori O'Connor and Buffy Rogers will take the bench. Cynthia Alexander was appointed in Regina. "It is a privilege to announce the appointment of these three new judges to the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan," Justice ...
Dec 22, 2024
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Local Sports
Collision
Maidstone collision closes part of Highway 17
A serious collision on HWY 17, just outside of Lloydminster has led to the highway being closed to traffic and detours put in place. RCMP from the Maidstone detachment are currently on scene and ask that people drive with caution around the scene. For updates, check the Highway hotline. --cjnbnews@pattisoonmedia.com
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QB Trade
Maier moves: Riders trade for quarterback Jake Maier
Another name has been added to the Saskatchewan Roughriders' stable of quarterbacks.The CFL club has traded for the negotiation rights of Calgary Stampeders quarterback Jake Maier in exchange for an eighth-round pick in the 2025 CFL Draft.Maier is set to become a free agent in February.In 2023, Maier became the Stamps'...
Dec 23, 2024
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Rollover
UPDATE: Highway 40 reopened after closure
UPDATE: The highway has since been reopened.-A rollover west of Hafford has led to the closure of Highway 40. Blaine Lake RCMP are currently on scene and said people should expect delays and remind drivers to drive slowly around emergency vehicles and personnel. For updates, check the Highway Hotline. --cjnbnews@pattis...
Dec 23, 2024
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Sweden to Saskatchewan
Nikita Ivashchenko; journey of the North Stars Ukrainian star
From playing in the lowlands of Sweden to the Saskatchewan prairies, it's been a long journey for talented Battlefords North Stars forward Nikita Ivashchenko to try and fulfill his lifelong hope of playing hockey in Canada. "It was my childhood dream to play hockey In Canada and my dream from the beginning of my h...
Dec 23, 2024
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Slow Start
Klippers double up North Stars to end first half of season
It was the last game of 2024 for the Battlefords North Stars on Saturday at the Access Communications Centre, and after a tough fought game, ended up losing to the Kinderlsey Klippers, 6-3.In the first period, the North Stars came out getting some good looks on net but still failed to get on the board as it was the Kli...
Dec 22, 2024
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Narrow Loss
North Stars drop close battle in Kindersley
It was another close one for the Battlefords North Stars on Friday as they fell short 2-1 against the Klippers in Kindersley.The North Stars saw some struggles right out of the gate, failing to record a shot on goal in the first seven minutes of the game, while Kindersley managed 10 shots in that same time frame and ev...
Dec 21, 2024
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Battlefords Profiles
In the business of confidence
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop opens in North Battleford, blending tradition with contemporary style
The barbershop. Traditionally identified with a spinning pole of white, red and blue stripes that also symbolized a place to go for comradery, to catch up on local news and walk away with a fresh new style. Now, North Battleford is set to experience that longstanding tradition, albeit with a contemporary flair, as Tomm...
Dec 10, 2024
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Nursing education
New early admission option to help alleviate tight timeline for nursing students
You've decided you want to become a registered nurse? Exciting! Nursing has so many career paths, there's a place for everyone to find their passion. Plus, registered nurses are in high demand, so by choosing this career, you're setting yourself up for opportunity, stability, and the ability to work almost anywhere. Wh...
Nov 18, 2024
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Nursing
Become a Registered Nurse in North Battleford
Dr. Eli Ahlquist (BSN'04) is president & CEO of North West College, University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing alumnus, and a proud registered nurse. When Dr. Ahlquist was studying to complete his Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, he had the choice to study in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, or Regi...
Oct 20, 2024
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Canada
Wild Christmas forecast for B.C. as dozens of wind and rain warnings are issued
VANCOUVER - Environment Canada has issued dozens of wind and heavy rain warnings for British Columbia's south coast on Christmas Day, as the region braces for the second in a series of festive week storms. The agency says up to 100 millimetres of rain could drench Metro Vancouver and other areas, while winds up to 100 ...
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Court hits pause on global streamers' upcoming Canadian content payments
OTTAWA - The Federal Court of Appeal says big streaming companies won't have to pay for Canadian content until the court hears their appeal of a CRTC decision ordering them to pay. In June, the CRTC said that foreign streamers must contribute five per cent of their annual Canadian revenues to a fund devoted to producin...
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Canadian activist accuses Hong Kong of meddling after reward for arrest
VANCOUVER - A Canadian activist is accusing Hong Kong authorities of meddling in Canada's internal affairs after police in the Chinese territory issued a warrant for his arrest. Victor Ho and fellow Canadian Joe Tay are among six overseas activists targeted by Hong Kong police who announced rewards of HK $1 million, eq...
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Union blasts comments by Quebec minister mulling law to intervene to end strikes
MONTREAL - Canada's largest union is denouncing a statement by Quebec's labour minister, who suggested he might try to bring in legislation to give the province more power to end labour disputes. The Canadian Union of Public Employees is describing Jean Boulet as "the Grinch trying to steal the right to strike.&qu...
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Premiers urge Trudeau to extend deadline for charitable donations after postal strike
TORONTO - Canada's premiers are calling on the federal government to extend the deadline for claiming charitable donations on tax returns through to the end of February. Ontario Premier Doug Ford made the request in a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday, sent in his capacity as chair of the Council of th...
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Snowfall means a white Christmas, but also traffic woes across southern Quebec roads
MONTREAL - A heavy snowfall that began Monday night has guaranteed much of Quebec a white Christmas, but has also sent cars skidding off the province's roads during the busy holiday travel period. Provincial authorities have reported a number of incidents on major routes overnight and earlier today, including on highwa...
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World
Haiti gang attack on journalists covering a hospital reopening leaves 2 dead, several wounded
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) - Haiti's online media association said two reporters were killed and several others were wounded in a gang attack on Tuesday on the reopening of Port-au-Prince's biggest public hospital. Street gangs have taken over an estimated 85% of Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, and they forced the clo...
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Hong Kong police issue arrest warrants and bounties for six activists
HONG KONG (AP) - Hong Kong police on Tuesday announced a fresh round of arrest warrants for six activists based overseas, with bounties set at $1 million Hong Kong dollars for information leading to their arrests. According to the warrants, the six are wanted for national security offences such as secession, subversion...
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Caitlin Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year following her impact on women's sports
Caitlin Clark raised the profile of women's basketball to unprecedented levels in both the college ranks and the WNBA, and Tuesday she was named the AP Female Athlete of the Year for her impact on and off the court. After leading Iowa to the national championship game, Clark was the top pick in the WNBA draft as expect...
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A blast at a Turkish armament factory kills at least 12 people
ISTANBUL (AP) - An explosion at an armament factory in northwest Turkey left at least 12 dead and four injured Tuesday morning. The blast occurred in the capsule production facility of the factory located in the province of Balikesir, according to the state-run Anadolu Agency. Balikesir Governor Ismail Ustaoglu said th...
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Man dies after large wave trapped him under debris on California beach, likely related to storm
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) - A man died Monday after a large wave trapped him beneath debris on a California beach, officials said. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said the man's death was likely related to the storm pummeling the West Coast on Monday, bringing high surf and flooding to central California. First re...
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Bill Clinton is hospitalized with a fever but in good spirits, spokesperson says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Former President Bill Clinton was admitted Monday to Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington after developing a fever. The 78-year-old was admitted in the "afternoon for testing and observation," Angel Urena, Clinton's deputy chief of staff, said in a statement. "He remains i...
Dec 23, 2024
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