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Cockrill found in violation in one conflict of interest investigation, cleared in another

Saskatchewan's Conflict of Interest Commissioner concluded MLA and Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill breached conflict of interest regulations when it came to his father-in-law's business receiving gove...

Dec 17, 2024

Battleford council inaugurated; focus on 2025 budget

The Town of Battleford held its inauguration on Monday night for the acclaimed mayor and newly elected council, marking the start of the next four years.The ceremony began with Mayor Ames Leslie swear...

Dec 17, 2024

Battlefords RCMP searching for man goes missing in Glaslyn: FOUND

UPDATE: The man was found safe, RCMP reported Monday afternoon. A 55-year-old man was reported missing last Saturday, and Battlefords RCMP is seeking public help locating him.According to the release,...

Dec 16, 2024

'Extraordinary generosity': $1M donation boosts pediatric gastroenterology unit at Jim Pattison Children's Hospital

It's another win for Jim Pattison Children's Hospital and children in Saskatchewan.Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation (JPCHF) received a $1 million donation from 10 donors to purchase advance...

Dec 16, 2024

RCMP searching for man known to frequent Battlefords area

Kindersley RCMP are asking the public for their help in locating a missing 89-year-old man. Frank Deitz was last seen on Dec. 11 in Kerrobert and is described as 5'11" tall and 150 lbs with blue eyes ...

Dec 15, 2024

Scott Moe’s approval jumps seven points after re-election: Angus Reid poll

After securing another majority government in October's provincial election, Premier Scott Moe's approval has rebounded, jumping by seven points.That's according to the latest premier approval ratings...

Dec 12, 2024

'Backbone of Canada': North Battleford journeypersons recognized with SATCC awards

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) awarded 52 scholarships and awards on Dec. 6 to honour exceptional journeypersons, industry partners, and educators in the tr...

Dec 10, 2024

Pack the Patrol Unit sees success; raises over $3,000 and 2,500 pounds of supplies for animal shelter

It's another win for all the shelter puppies and kitties this winter.North Battleford Community Safety Officers, along with Battlefords Citizens on Patrol and Battlefords North Star, partnered last Fr...

Dec 09, 2024

35 years later: Battlefords remembers the Montreal massacre victims and confronts gender-based violence

Genevieve Bergeron, Helene Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Barbara Klucznik Widajewicz, Maryse Laganiere, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pell...

Dec 06, 2024

'Christmas with Auntie Pearl' brings laughter and holiday magic to the Battlefords

The latest offering by Battlefords Community Players, 'Christmas with Auntie Pearl,' promises to bring the community together for a good holiday laugh."It's Christmas time; have fun, drink or not drin...

Dec 05, 2024