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'Some of the best memories I'm ever going to have': Longtime North Stars' broadcaster Martinson moving on
After six years in North Battleford, Marty Martinson is ready to move on to the next chapter of his life.Martinson has spent most of his 20's calling games for the Battlefords North Stars in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. This week he announced he will be leaving his post to return home to Regina."I'm feel...
May 10, 2024
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Province Invests $51.2 Million in New Health Care Training Opportunities
The Government of Saskatchewan is making progress on its ambitious health training seat expansion. In 2024-25, a $51.2 million investment will support new and ongoing expansion of health care training across the province with an emphasis on nursing seats.Over the past three years government has invested over $111.5 mil...
May 10, 2024
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101st Annual Meadow Lake Stampede
The 101st Annual Meadow Lake Stampede will be June 5-8 at the Bear Creek Gymkana Arena.See the poster for details.
May 10, 2024
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Radio-Thon
Operation Laparoscopy is a 'Mission Possible'
UPDATE: At 4pm, over $230,000 had been raised.The community has turned out in droves for their Battlefords Union Hospital. "Mission Possible": Operation Laparoscopy continues until 6p.m. Matt Ryan of CJNS spoke about the importance of the fundraiser. "When people are getting surgeries and they need to be...
May 10, 2024
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Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week
Hop in and join us in recognizing Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness week from May 6 to May 10! All week, we will highlight some aquatic invasive species that Saskatchewan waters are most at risk of, plus the many ways you can help protect our waterbodies.Pull your boat plug - It's the law! Remove all drain plugs when ...
May 09, 2024
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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 ...
May 08, 2024
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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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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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