Tag Archives: Community

Now we see who can adjust best in the CFL
Last week was a bit unusual for me. There was the appendix operation that resulted in me not making any picks for CFL fantasy, and apparently my only one win came with Riders over Hamilton. And, this ...
Aug 06, 2019

Be Safe With Recreational Water Toys.
Summer is a wonderful time of year but there can be hidden dangers.See the posters below to find out more about how to be safe with Summer Recreational Water Toys.
Aug 05, 2019

Local dancer has traditional regalia stolen from vehicle
A local dancer had his vehicle broken into in front of his mother's house in North Battleford and the thieves took off with his traditional powwow regalia.Christopher Ochuschayoo, 18, has danced for t...
Aug 03, 2019 Christopher Ochuschayoo had his regalia stolen from his vehicle on July 26. (supplied/Delia Duquette)

Fire department helps residents beat the heat
Despite the scorching sun shining down Friday afternoon, the city's fire department made it rain in North Battleford to help residents cool down as the temperature broke 30 C.A pop-up spray park helpe...
Aug 02, 2019 The North Battleford fire department helps residents beat the heat by setting up a pop-up spray park Friday afternoon. (Tyler Marr/battlefordsNOW Staff)

P.A. company gives big boost to Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital
A generous gift from a Prince Albert company will make a substantial difference for Saskatchewan Children.According to the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation (JPCHF) website, B&B Construc...
Aug 02, 2019 From left, Russell Clunie Jr., Jayson Clunie, Ken Burkosky and Gord Broda of B&B Construction Group. (submitted photo/Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation)

Battleford Street Fest now set for September
Despite a rough start, the Battleford street festival will go on.The Battleford Spirit Group volunteers who are organizing the event have decided to set a new date for the festival, as the event had t...
Aug 02, 2019 An example of a street festival in Prince Albert. (file photo/paNOW Staff)

Provincial Parks Saskatchewan Day Celebrations
This weekend, Sask Parks has a variety of special events and programs lined up throughout the province for families of all ages to enjoy."Spending time in a provincial park over Saskatchewan Day weeke...
Aug 02, 2019

Fire Department hosting pop-up spray park to help beat the heat
The North Battleford Fire Department is going to make it rain tomorrow afternoon to help residents beat the heat.The region is expected to reach 28 degrees today and rise into the low 30s on Friday, w...
Aug 01, 2019 (Kittisak Jirasittichai | Dreamstime.com)

Miracle Treat Day coming up, a boost to children's health
Families can help a child and enjoy a sweet treat at the same time at Dairy Queen's Miracle Treat Day event coming up across Canada.All net proceeds from Blizzard treats sold on Aug. 8 benefit the Jim...
Aug 01, 2019 Dairy Queen in North Battleford will be participating in the annual Miracle Treat Day fundraiser Aug. 8. Net proceeds benefit the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Midwest Food Resources hopes to develop another community garden plot; AGM coming up
A North Battleford-based non-profit wants more families to have access to fresh nutritious foods.That's why Midwest Food Resources (MFR) plans to further develop its community garden in North Battlefo...
Aug 01, 2019 Executive Director Claire Legaspi of Midwest Food Resources, which runs a community garden in North Battleford. The organization is holding its annual general meeting and barbecue Aug. 10. (submitted photo/Claire Legaspi)