Education

Fred Light Museum honoured with new award

The Fred Light Museum in Battleford was recently recognized in an awards competition from an international organization. The museum that officially opened in 1980 was honoured with the award for the H...

Oct 04, 2022

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation recognized in the Battlefords

It was a time for coming together during the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in the Battlefords Friday.The day started with flag-raising ceremonies at Town Hall in Battleford and City Hall i...

Sep 30, 2022

North Battleford high schools recognize Orange Shirt Day

Staff and students at the North Battleford high schools took part in a number of events and activities recognizing Orange Shirt Day, Thursday.Orange Shirt Day serves as a day of remembrance for the vi...

Sep 29, 2022

Melfort, Humboldt honouring National Truth and Reconciliation Day

The City of Melfort will be holding a candlelight vigil in honour of both National Truth and Reconciliation Day and the James Smith Cree Nation.The observation will take place tonight, September 29th,...

Sep 29, 2022

Storywalk event a step forward in early years literacy

Young families in the Battlefords had an opportunity to help their kids improve their literacy skills Friday during Storywalk. About 170 people attended the event at the Kinsmen Park in North Battlefo...

Sep 26, 2022

Lakeland Library Region planning celebration for 50th anniversary

Lakeland Library Region is getting ready for a big celebration Saturday to recognize its 50th anniversary. All the fun will take place at the North Battleford Library branch. Lakeland Library Region p...

Sep 23, 2022

Midwest Food Resources Pumpkin Festival promotes locally-grown produce

The Midwest Food Resources' (MFR) first-ever pumpkin festival turned out to be a big success, with lots of people attending.The event took place Sunday at the non-profit's Community Garden, located of...

Sep 20, 2022

Rise of the machines: Robotics becoming increasingly popular in Saskatchewan schools

From robot competitions to the need for robotic arms in different industries, as well as having fun, it seems robotics is becoming a popular choice for many young people in Saskatchewan.Dan Bechard is...

Sep 17, 2022

North Battleford Comprehensive High School under lockdown

RCMP are currently on scene at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School after responding to an assault around 12:30 p.m. today. According to a release from the Battlefords RCMP, one student has ...

Sep 14, 2022

It's back to school for kids in the Battlefords

Youth in the Battlefords marked Sept. 1 as the day they're heading back to class for a new school year.Bready School Principal Rhonda Simon said it's a busy time in the year at the Kindergarten to Gra...

Sep 01, 2022