Tag Archives: Business & Economy

Twin Rivers Curling Club presented with annual $10K
With curlers making their way down the sheets of pebbled ice as the backdrop, the Battlefords Hotels' Association presented a cheque for $10,000 to Brandon Hall, general manager of Twin Rivers Curling...
Dec 12, 2024
Scott Moe’s approval jumps seven points after re-election: Angus Reid poll
After securing another majority government in October's provincial election, Premier Scott Moe's approval has rebounded, jumping by seven points.That's according to the latest premier approval ratings...
Dec 12, 2024

Text of the Bank of Canada's latest interest rate decision
OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada cut its key policy rate by 50 basis points on Wednesday to take it to 3.25 per cent. Here is the text of the central bank's decision: The Bank of Canada today reduced its t...
Dec 11, 2024

New federal gun ban targets legal owners, not criminals: Sask. firearm businesses
With the federal government's decision to add 324 firearms to its gun ban last Thursday to tackle crime, Saskatchewan gun businesses believe the ban affects legal, law-abiding gun owners more than cri...
Dec 11, 2024

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 ...
Dec 10, 2024

'Backbone of Canada': North Battleford journeypersons recognized with SATCC awards
The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) awarded 52 scholarships and awards on Dec. 6 to honour exceptional journeypersons, industry partners, and educators in the tr...
Dec 10, 2024

Scammers steal Christmas for Jann Arden fan
For one night only, legendary Canadian songstress Jann Arden is making a stopover in North Battleford on her Christmas Tour, but one unknown fan is feeling 'Unloved' after scammers hoodwinked them out...
Dec 10, 2024

Still only one legal bet book in Saskatchewan
Sorry gamblers, Play Now is still the only legal site in Saskatchewan. "Sports betting seems to be something folks are much more interested in," said Brian Miller, director of communications with Lott...
Dec 09, 2024

Twinkle Tours voting underway
North Battleforld, it's twinkle time. Homes decked out in all their shiny splendor have officially taken over city neighbourhoods. "The Twinkle Tour is a great way to celebrate the festivities around ...
Dec 04, 2024

Economic growth in Meadow Lake sparks demand for hotel development
As residents in Meadow Lake eagerly await the completion of the Co-Op Centre, there's a renewed sense of optimism when it comes to economic prosperity for the city. "It seems like every time you turn ...
Dec 03, 2024