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WATCH: Saskatchewan family reunited after escaping war in Gaza

Abdullah Algherbawi is breathing a sigh of relief after he was reunited with his wife and kids on Tuesday in Saskatoon.His wife Sabreen and their four children were trapped in Gaza after Hamas began i...

Nov 23, 2023

North Stars' Izyk named SJHL Defenceman of the Week

Battlefords North Stars blue liner, Alex Izyk was recently named the SJHL Defenceman of the Week for his standout play of late, helping lead the North Stars to a perfect 4-0 record last week.Izyk pick...

Nov 22, 2023

North Stars see shake up in goal following Maric call-up to WHL

Currently in the midst of a 10-game winning streak, the Battlefords North Stars were dealt a bit of a curveball this week, with the recent call-up of starter Justen Maric to the Portland Winterhawks o...

Nov 21, 2023

Fundraiser underway for door decals that transform facilities into homes

In the words of legendary crooner Perry Como, 'There is no place like home for the holidays.'The Herb Bassett Home in Prince Albert is taking that sentiment to heart this Christmas."We took a wing in ...

Nov 21, 2023

Tis the season to beware of holiday scams or fraud

Christmas is supposed to be "the most wonderful time of year". A time when our thoughts and cares turn to spending time with family and friends, festive meals, presents, and a sense of peace and carin...

Nov 20, 2023

Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former first lady, dead at 96

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. president and their four decades thereafter as global humanitarians, has died at the age of 96.The Ca...

Nov 19, 2023

Lucky winner picks up trip-for-two to Jamaica in The Great Escape giveaway

She's the winner! Shelly Leite, who lives south of Battleford, was the big winner in this year's The Great Escape! giveaway contest, announced at Q98's special celebration party held at the Tropical I...

Nov 18, 2023

Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund helps fill holiday spirit

The Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund is launching again this year to make sure families have something good to eat to celebrate the holidays. Through the program, families in need will receive Christma...

Nov 17, 2023

2023 SJHL Showcase officially in the books

All Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League clubs have now returned home, as the 2023 SJHL Showcase is officially in the books.The four-day, 12-game event wrapped up late Thursday afternoon, as the last fou...

Nov 17, 2023

Opportunities a plenty with numerous hockey scouts in Warman for SJHL Showcase

The 2023 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) Showcase, like all of its predecessors, is a great opportunity for all players to get closer to achieving their future goals.Those goals could range f...

Nov 16, 2023