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Stars pot six in Game 2 win, soar to 2-0 series lead over Hawks
It was an all hands on deck performance Saturday night, in the Battlefords North Stars' 6-2 win over the Nipawin Hawks at the NB Civic Centre. Six different North Stars chipped in with a goal apiece, ...
Mar 08, 2020 North Stars’ teammates swarm goaltender, Kristian Lyon following Saturday night’s 6-2 victory over the Nipawin Hawks at the Civic Centre. With the win, the Stars make the most of their home ice advantage early to take a 2-0 series lead. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
North Stars look for repeat performance in Game 2 versus Hawks
Coming off a 3-0 blanking of the Nipawin Hawks Friday night in Game 1, the Battlefords North Stars will be hungry to keep the momentum rolling Saturday, in Game 2 at the Civic Centre. The victory gave...
Mar 07, 2020 Killer ‘B’: Stars’ forward, Kaden Boser picked up the game winning goal Friday night in Game 1, to once again prove his clutch factor. Dating back to last year, Boser has scored four playoff goals, with all four being game winning tallies. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Stars blank Hawks in playoff opener for 3-0 win in Game 1
Like watching a David Attenborough-voiced documentary series on the big screen, the Nipawin Hawks learned why the Lyon is the king of the jungle Friday night at the Civic Centre.Stars' goalie Kristian...
Mar 07, 2020 Stars’ netminder, Kristian Lyon stopped all 34 pucks sent his way Friday night to earn the shutout in his postseason debut with the North Stars. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Business support, reconciliation work, environment some of highlights of 'Power Hour'
Business support, reconciliation work and improving the environment were a few of the topics the region's elected leaders tackled during the the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce first ever "Power Hour"...
Mar 06, 2020 Left to right, North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater, Chief Wayne Semaganis (Little Pine Cree Nation), MP Rosemarie Falk and MLA Herb Cox were among those taking part in the Chamber's "Power Hour" luncheon talk. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
An expanded future for Victoria Hospital
Reaction has been widespread from Prince Albert and the surrounding area following Premier Scott Moe's announcement of a new expansion for the Victoria Hospital Friday morning.The improved and enlarge...
Mar 06, 2020 PAGC Grand Chief Brian Hardlotte, left, premier Scott Moe, Mayor Greg Dionne and P.A. Carlton MLA Joe Hargrave stand with a rendering of the new $300 million building. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
Stars ready for Hawks in Game 1 as playoffs begin
Coming off a regular season for the books that saw the team take home a league-best 45 wins, the Battlefords North Stars will turn the page to the postseason this weekend, opening their quarterfinal s...
Mar 06, 2020 The Battlefords North Stars took their regular season series with the Hawks 5-1, but the meetings were hard-fought with three of the six games being decided by just a single goal. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Piyesiw Awasis School ready to host their first Land Based Learning Student Ice Fishing Derby
Saskatchewan students have been invited to the Thunderchild First Nation next week to learn some valuable ice fishing skills.Piyesiw Awasis School on Thunderchild First Nation is hosting the first eve...
Mar 05, 2020 First ever Land Based Learning Student Ice Fishing Derby set for next March 10-13. (supplied photo/Delane Graham)
Local pianist named finalist in international talent search
For North Battleford resident Brie McAuley, piano was always a passion of hers. Little did she know, working at the local Walmart as a support manager would be a springboard for her favorite pastime. ...
Mar 05, 2020 Brie McAuley, pictured here with her piano teacher Rose, whom she’s taken lessons from since she began playing. (submitted photo/Brie McAuley)
Stars road to a repeat set as playoff picture solidifies
Twelve teams, six months and nearly 700 games combined, and the playoff scene is set.The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) officially wrapped up their regular season Tuesday night, as the Humbo...
Mar 04, 2020 The Battlefords North Stars enter the playoffs coming off a regular season for the books, that saw the team post a league-best 45-11-2 record for 92 points on the season. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Gord Bamford coming to the Battlefords for #REDNEK Music Fest
The Gold Eagle Casino will be home to one of country music's biggest names this month, when Gord Bamford comes to town as part of his #REDNEK Music Fest Tour. Bamford is one of the most decorated arti...
Mar 03, 2020 Gord Bamford and fellow headliner, Jess Moskaluke are among the hottest names in country music today, and will be performing at the Gold Eagle Casino March 14. Together the pair will perform their smash single, “To Get to You.” (submitted photo/Mackenzie Vandenberg)