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Moe, Shahab issue warnings about potential spread of COVID-19 at rallies

Saskatchewan's premier and chief medical health officer are repeating warnings that people who attend large rallies are at a heightened risk of contracting COVID-19.In a media release, Dr. Saqib Shaha...

Jun 04, 2020

North Stars deal Loon-Stewardson to Prince George of BCHL

He may have only spent a couple of seasons in the Battlefords, but it didn't take long for Quintin Loon-Stewardson to become a fan favourite with his dazzling puck handling, laser shot, and unmatched ...

Jun 04, 2020

North Battleford to use federal funding for new water meters

Earlier this week, the federal government announced the accelerated allocation of $2.2 billion in expected infrastructure funding to Canadian cities. The funds, which are a result of the federal gas t...

Jun 04, 2020

Town cancels parade, fireworks this year due to COVID-19 precautions

There will be no colourful floats or pyrotechnics show for the Town of Battleford this summer.The town has cancelled its annual parade and fireworks that are normally held in August due to the provinc...

Jun 04, 2020

Personal care businesses excited to add services in phase three

The third phase of Saskatchewan's Re-Open plan begins Monday, which signals another wave of businesses that can finally welcome back customers. In addition, several other businesses that have already ...

Jun 04, 2020

Crop report shows Northwestern region ahead of five-year average

The Saskatchewan Crop Report for May 26 to June 1 shows dry conditions last week allowed farmers to nearly complete seeding in all regions of the province. Provincially, 96 per cent of the crop is now...

Jun 04, 2020

Pick-Up Park Activity Kits

Heading to a park?Be sure to grab your Pick-Up P.A.K.! While regular park programming and events are currently on hold, we want to make sure families are still able to get out in a safe way to explore...

Jun 04, 2020

Local NDP candidate critical of Saskatchewan assessment report on long-term care facilities

Battlefords provincial NDP candidate Amber Stewart is concerned about the latest Saskatchewan assessment report on long-term care facilities, many of which she believes are understaffed and underfunde...

Jun 04, 2020

WDM awaiting Phase 4 re-opening with exhibit development

As businesses and storefronts across the community begin to slowly re-open their doors, in accordance with the Re-open Saskatchewan Plan, one local staple still awaiting their return to business is th...

Jun 03, 2020

Property market sees active spring despite pandemic

Residents have largely been limited to their homes in Saskatchewan during the COVID-19 pandemic, but in the months since the initial lockdown, there's an increasing number of people looking to buy and...

Jun 03, 2020