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'We all win': MN-S breaks ground on North Battleford first-ever Ma Faamii service centre

Representatives from Mtis Nation-Saskatchewan held a ground blessing ceremony in North Battleford on Tuesday to mark the start of construction for the city's first Ma Faamii service centre.Ma Faamii, ...

Nov 12, 2024

Sucker River woman called a true hero after rescuing boy from drowning

A woman from Sucker River is being called a hero after putting herself in harm's way to rescue a nine-year-old boy from drowning on Sunday. Elaine Ratt was working at the local convenience store when ...

Nov 12, 2024

Women at war: 100-year-old veteran reflects on Second World War service

At first glance, one might assume Joyce Temple is much younger than her 100 years. Her vibrant spirit and lively demeanor give her an air of youthful energy that defies her age.The deep smile lines et...

Nov 11, 2024

Battlefords RCMP issues update on missing man

Battlefords RCMP are updating the information surrounding the disappearance of a missing Battleford man.Police had reported that 39-year-old Ryan Marlon Nicotine was last seen on July 5 at around 4:00...

Nov 09, 2024

Candidates for the Battlefords 2024 municipal election

As the municipal election campaign gains momentum, the Battlefords are entering the final weeks leading up to the vote on Nov.13. Here's a list of potential candidates for mayor and council who are co...

Nov 08, 2024

'They fought for our freedom': N.B. paints commemorative crosswalks ahead of Remembrance Day

The community of North Battleford came together on Thursday to honour our veterans and Remembrance Day by painting commemorative crosswalks.The new crosswalks were painted at the intersection of 14th ...

Nov 08, 2024

Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation honours veterans with new war memorial

Students and staff at Chief Ahtahkakohp School celebrated their annual Remembrance Day Ceremony on Thursday just the same as most schools around the country, but this one had an extra piece to the end...

Nov 08, 2024

North West College celebrates students' success with nearly $6K scholarships

North West College (NWC) celebrated the academic achievements of 70 students from its North Battleford campus on Wednesday by awarding nearly $60,000 in scholarships.This recognition transformed the c...

Nov 07, 2024

'A confident voice' : Council candidate focuses on fiscal responsibility and growth

A journeyman is determined to bring a confident voice focused on fiscal responsibility and business growth to city council.Born and raised in North Battleford, Rodney Fedler owned Fedler Electric unti...

Nov 06, 2024

Battleford wraps Q3 with $7.6M surge, sets stage for new council

The town of Battleford saw $7.6 million in revenue in the third quarter of 2024, ending the four-year council term on a good note.In a recent council meeting, Finance Manager Tetiana Polishchuk update...

Nov 05, 2024