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SARCAN Recycling reopens in North Battleford

Residents in the Battlefords looking to get rid of a growing supply of bottles, cans and containers can finally do so, after the SARCAN Recycling facility reopened on June 15.It's been a steady lineup...

Jun 16, 2020

Wadena curler receives Spirit of Sandra scholarship

A Wadena curler is one of six recipients of the 2020 Spirit of Sandra scholarships handed out by the Sandra Schmirler Foundation.It's the second time that 20-year-old Dustin Mikush won the scholarship...

Jun 16, 2020

Mental health organizations trying to meet demand for services

With COVID-19 restrictions easing across Saskatchewan, residents have more access to mental health services.Because of social distancing protocols, some organizations tried moving appointments online....

Jun 16, 2020

North Stars Hockey School registration to open this week

These may be unprecedented times in the sporting community, as in life, but the Battlefords North Stars are hoping to kick off a return to Canada's game with their annual hockey school this summer.The...

Jun 16, 2020

Opening of parks and beaches results in boost for local campgrounds

It was a busy weekend for camping in Saskatchewan.With beaches, parks and play structures opening up on June 12, campgrounds across the province saw a significant increase in campers.Angie Carver, par...

Jun 16, 2020

Local dance studio celebrates graduates with special send-off

North Battleford's Dance Connection is celebrating its 2020 graduating class in unique style this year.Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the studio was unable to host its usual send-off for gradua...

Jun 16, 2020

Restaurateurs enjoy steady flow of customers first week back

Heading into the summer, restaurateurs in the Battlefords are feeling optimistic a week after reopening.As part of eased restrictions from phase three of the province's reopening plan, several restaur...

Jun 15, 2020

'A step in the right direction': NSRBL commissioner weighs in on return to train and play plan

It may look different this year, but baseball will be back in Saskatchewan this summer.Last week, Baseball Sask put out its return to train and play protocols. It is a comprehensive plan for all membe...

Jun 15, 2020

Skate Park, playgrounds open as restrictions ease

Residents in the Battlefords wasted little time in getting outside to enjoy newly reopened areas of the community.The province recently announced playgrounds are open for the public to enjoy again, pr...

Jun 13, 2020

Tribute song honouring Colby Cave released today

A song by Oilers prospect Cooper Marody, titled Agape was released today in honour of his friend and teammate Colby Cave.Marody wrote and performed the song to memorialize his friend who passed away A...

Jun 12, 2020