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Insolvency trustee encourages consumers: 'Don't be afraid to talk about debt'

More people are reevaluating their personal budgets and finances following the global pandemic.That's according to Pamela Meger, a licensed insolvency trustee who knows the weight of debt can weigh he...

Apr 25, 2022

AAA Sharks see strong turnout at spring camp

Over 80 hockey players from around the region came out to the Battlefords AAA Sharks spring camp over the weekend, signaling a bright future for the local female U18 hockey program.Taking place at the...

Apr 25, 2022

AAA Sharks celebrate team awards at year-end banquet

The Battlefords AAA Sharks recently celebrated their 2021-2022 hockey season with their team year-end awards banquet. Together players, coaches, and team supporters gathered together for the event, ce...

Apr 22, 2022

Stray, runaway animals populating the Battlefords this spring

UPDATE: The owners of the two dogs (named whiskey and Tango) reached out to battlefordsNOW to say that they were found. Joleyne Whitton said it was a stressful day for her and her husband."We were act...

Apr 22, 2022

Battlefords Disc Golf encourage continued growth with season ahead

As the weather begins to warm, it won't be long until lightweight discs are floating through the spring breeze. The Battlefords Disc Golf Club will open their season May 5, running Thursday nights to ...

Apr 22, 2022

Battlefords Volleyball Club gearing up for provincials

As the calendar winds its way towards the end of April, provincials sit just around the corner for the Battlefords Volleyball Club.The club will see each of their 11 teams from 13U to 18U at both the ...

Apr 21, 2022

Unity woman wins $100,000

Unity resident Pearl Thomas had a uniquely exciting day this month, winning $100,000.After initially scanning her Lotto Max ticket on a self-checker at a local store, Thomas thought she had won $10,00...

Apr 21, 2022

North Stars' Klimosko, McNinch recognized with SJHL Awards

A pair of Battlefords North Stars have been recognized with league year-end awards as head coach Brayden Klimosko has been named SJHL Coach of the Year, and captain Ryland McNinch, Most Sportsmanlike ...

Apr 20, 2022

Local skier Sawyer Day reflects on ‘whirlwind year’ on the slopes

For North Battleford's Sawyer Day, there are few places he'd rather be then atop a mountainside with skis on his boots and the crisp mountain air in his lungs. And for the better part of the last six ...

Apr 19, 2022

City of NB to hold Community Clean-up for Earth Day

The City of North Battleford is encouraging residents to step outside and help brighten up the community this spring with their Community Clean-up Day.Coinciding with Earth Day this Friday, April 22 f...

Apr 19, 2022