Crime & Courts

RCMP charge two in North Battleford after firearm found during traffic stop

Two people are facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in North Battleford.On Oct. 21, a vehicle was pulled over in the 800 block of 103 Street. Both the driver and passenger were arrested after ...

Oct 27, 2023

Alleged medicine man, accused of 12 counts of sexual assault, to be tried by judge and jury

A Saskatchewan court case involving an alleged medicine man, and the 12 counts of sexual assault he is facing, has been moved to Court of King's Bench in Saskatoon.Cecil Wolfe's matter was recently sp...

Oct 27, 2023

At least 16 dead in Maine mass killing and police hunt for the shooter as residents take shelter

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) - A man shot and killed at least 16 people at a restaurant and a bowling alley in Lewiston, Maine, and then fled into the night, sparking a massive search by hundreds of officers ...

Oct 26, 2023

Air Ronge council seeks trial agreement for video surveillance of village streets

Air Ronge council hopes to enter into a trial agreement with Liveable Cities to install cameras on light poles throughout the village.The topic was discussed at a regular council meeting this week, wh...

Oct 25, 2023

RCMP charge man for allegedly striking police vehicle in Onion Lake

Onion Lake RCMP are charging a man for allegedly ramming a side-by-side into a police vehicle.Around 7 p.m. on Monday, an officer in the community saw several suspicious people operating a side-by-sid...

Oct 25, 2023

North Battleford expected to see increase in policing costs

There was "sobering news" for North Battleford city council Monday night when the finance director stated tax increases are anticipated due to a continued rise in RCMP contract costs. City of North Ba...

Oct 24, 2023

Long-time volunteer Fehr hopes his work helps make a difference

Active volunteer Doug Fehr said it's rewarding to do something good for the community. It also makes the community a better place in which to live and that's motivation enough for him to get involved ...

Oct 23, 2023

Man wanted for serious assault still at large after police investigate sighting

RCMP have arrested and charged a 23-year-old man while following up on a tip about a wanted man from Onion Lake.Tristan Whitstone is wanted for an alleged serious assault in the community from August....

Oct 20, 2023

North Battleford man arrested after seizure of meth & mushrooms

RCMP have arrested a 33-year-old man from North Battleford for allegedly trafficking drugs. On Oct. 12, the North Battleford Gang Task Force executed two search warrants at properties in North Battlef...

Oct 18, 2023

'Shaken us to the core': Sask. First Nation says more support needed as violent crimes rise

Following the death of a teenager and growing concerns around violence, a Saskatchewan First Nation is pleading for help to ensure its residents feel safe again.On Oct. 1, a 17-year-old boy was found ...

Oct 18, 2023