Tag Archives: Community
COVID-19 cases top 300 in Saskatchewan, no patients in ICU
COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan have now reached 300 including two new cases reported today, April 13. Of the total number of reported cases, 118 are considered active. The total recovery number is at ...
Apr 13, 2020 Saskatchewan's Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
FSIN want more measures for healthcare professionals after COVID-19 case in Northern Sask.
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is calling on the province to put better measures in place for healthcare professionals servicing First Nations.The FSIN said in a news release Sa...
Apr 13, 2020 (CKOM News Staff)
CFS offering free counselling by phone and online
Mental health support is just a phone call away for locals in need of help.While the office space for Catholic Family Services of the Battlefords (CFS) is temporarily closed to comply with the provinc...
Apr 13, 2020 Catholic Family Services of the Battlefords is offering free phone and online counselling services for anyone needing help. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Battlefords' Clap for Healthcare brings out strong show of support for all essential workers
Some carried signs, others banged pots, and many honked their vehicle horns to say a big thank you to healthcare and all essential workers providing service during the COVID-19 pandemic.The community ...
Apr 12, 2020 People show their support across the street from Battlefords Union Hospital for the Clap for Healthcare and all essential workers event, Saturday. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
A winning tradition (Part 3): Looking back on the 2016-17 North Stars
The Battlefords North Stars have had a number of successful seasons throughout their nearly 40-years as a franchise.This weekend, battlefordsNOW is highlighting the top three winningest seasons by the...
Apr 12, 2020 There was plenty of celebration throughout the 2016-17 season for the North Stars, as the team won a franchise-best 48 of their 58 games. (File photos/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Drive-by greeting a happy surprise for couple celebrating 48th wedding anniversary
Honking horns and cheers from well-wishers greeted David and Diane Bunnell when they stepped outside their home to a welcome surprise this week.It was all part of a coordinated drive-by anniversary pa...
Apr 11, 2020 David and Diane Bunnell celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary with a surprise 'drive-by celebration.' (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
A winning tradition (Part 2): Looking back on the 2019-20 North Stars
The Battlefords North Stars have had a number of successful seasons throughout their nearly 40-years as a franchise. This weekend, battlefordsNOW is highlighting the top three winningest seasons by th...
Apr 11, 2020 The 2019-20 North Stars held top spot in the SJHL standings from day one of the regular season, never wavering throughout, to finish the campaign 45-11-2. The team was poised to make a run for their fourth championship in franchise history. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Post-secondary institutions adapting to current realities
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is adapting to the new realities brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak. The school has transitioned many classes to online portals. Dr. Has Malik, provost and vice president aca...
Apr 11, 2020 Saskatchewan Polytechnic is preparing for a number of possibilities going forward, (Submitted Photo/Saskatchewan Polytechnic)
A winning tradition (Part 1): Looking back on the 1995-96 North Stars
The Battlefords North Stars have had a number of successful seasons throughout their nearly 40-years as a franchise. This weekend, battlefordsNOW is highlighting the top three winningest seasons by th...
Apr 10, 2020 The 1995-96 North Stars held the title of winningest season in franchise history for over two decades, up until the 2016-17 season. (supplied photo/Hockeydb.com)
Family celebrations adapt to COVID-19 restrictions; Premier asks public to stay apart for Easter
Like many across the province, a Prince Albert man and his extended family are finding a way to be together this Easter long weekend, while also staying apart.Former 900 CKBI radio host Neil Headrick ...
Apr 10, 2020 Prince Albert resident Neil Headrick uses video conferencing platforms like Zoom to stay connected with family and friends. (submitted photo/Neil Headrick)