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Salons navigate hectic reopening

Barbers and hair stylists in the Battlefords have their hands full since opening back up on May 19.The province set guidelines for select personal services to reopen during phase two of the Re-Open Sa...

May 28, 2020

Family of man who died at Wascana Lake says he begged for help at hospital

The family of Samwel Uko is speaking out with a message that the 20-year-old football player begged for help at hospital hours before taking his own life at Wascana Lake in Regina last week."I need pe...

May 28, 2020

Lloydminster to host 2022 Esso Cup

It's a big day for up and coming female hockey players in the region. Hockey Canada announced today Lloydminster will play host to the 2022 Esso Cup for Canada's U-18 Woman's Club Championship. Lloydm...

May 27, 2020

Local flower shops in full bloom following Phase 2 of re-open plan

It has been just over a week since Phase 2 of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan was announced, which featured the re-opening of retail stores and personal care services across the province. Much like thei...

May 27, 2020

Local dealership offering free oil changes to Battlefords residents laid off due to COVID-19

A local dealership is offering free oil changes to Battlefords residents who have been laid off due to COVID-19.Duane LaFreniere, owner and dealer operator at Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC, said they ar...

May 27, 2020

Local businesses donate to food bank

Amid a stressful time for Battlefords residents, as the community continues to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, a few local businesses were doing their part to get everyone to show off their 'heart...

May 26, 2020

Battlefords Provincial Park included in $10.3 million Provincial Stimulus Package

The province of Saskatchewan has announced a $10.3 million Provincial Parks Stimulus Package, to be put towards renewal projects at several parks across Saskatchewan, including the Battlefords Provinc...

May 26, 2020

Pontrilas area farmer not pleased with Unifor pickets at Co-op bulk fuel station

A Pontrilas, Sask. area farmer is not happy that Unifor picketers are set up at some northeast Co-op bulk fuel stations.Ian Rushmer farms about three miles from the bulk fuel station that is just sout...

May 26, 2020

Diabetes Canada asks municipalities to keep bins free of garbage

Diabetes Canada issued an open letter to Canada's mayors and municipalities asking for their help to clear garbage and soiled textiles from their donation bins.In the letter, Diabetes Canada said "we ...

May 26, 2020

Youth invited to join online 'Teen Talk Tuesday'

Teens from around the province and beyond are invited to join an online conversation being offered by a Melfort based wellness coach.Laura Lawrence of MindBody Balance Therapies is hosting 'Teen Talk ...

May 26, 2020