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North Stars Florence commits to NAIT Ooks of ACAC

Battlefords North Stars defenceman, Zane Florence is Alberta-bound for the next chapter in his hockey career, having announced his commitment to the NAIT Ooks of the ACAC (Alberta Colleges Athletic Co...

Apr 19, 2023

North Stars Kotai, Allan named to SJHL Players of the Week

A pair of Battlefords North Stars have been named to the SJHL players of the week, for their outstanding play to open the Canterra Seeds Cup Finals.Goaltender Josh Kotai was named SJHL MVP of the week...

Apr 18, 2023

Green Lake curling rink's tin on roof blown off by high winds

A gust of high winds blew off part of the roof covering of Green Lake's former curling rink Monday.Dustin Fidler, administrator for the Northern Village of Green Lake, said he was surprised with the f...

Apr 18, 2023

Supporters come out for Drag Queen Bingo

There was a strong show of support at a rally outside the Dekker Centre Saturday night, prior to the Drag Queen Bingo event. Rally organizer Kelly Waters said their goal was to serve as a "counter-pro...

Apr 17, 2023

COVID-19 pandemic stalled progress on eliminating tuberculosis among Inuit: officials

Nunavut's health minister says the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted efforts to eliminate tuberculosis in Inuit communities, and questions remain over whether targets to stamp out the disease can be met. "C...

Apr 16, 2023

Kotai shuts door, North Stars blank Bombers 3-0 in Game 2

Goaltender Josh Kotai stoped all 36 shots he faced Saturday night, for his third shutout of the playoffs, to lead the Battlefords North Stars to a 3-0 win in Game 2 of their SJHL Finals series with th...

Apr 16, 2023

North Stars roll into Game 2 of Finals, looking to stay hot

Coming off a 5-2 victory to open the series Friday, the Battlefords North Stars return to action for Game 2 of their best-of-seven SJHL Finals showdown with the Flin Flon Bombers, Saturday night at th...

Apr 15, 2023

Researchers want Health Canada to post updated data on effects of drinking alcohol

Researchers behind the latest guidance on drinking alcohol want Health Canada to update findings on its website to inform the public about safe levels of consumption.And federal Health Minister Jean-Y...

Apr 15, 2023

Rivers West District announces 2023 volunteer awards

Rivers West District for Sport, Culture, and Recreation has announced the winners for its 2023 Volunteer Recognition Awards.Some of the many recipients include Ali Beloud of North Battleford, who was ...

Apr 15, 2023

North Stars top Bombers 5-2 in Game 1

The Battlefords North Stars kicked off Game 1 of the SJHL Finals with a bang Friday night in North Battleford, taking home a 5-2 win over the rival Bombers in front of a capacity crowd of 2,150.Colby ...

Apr 15, 2023