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Huskies begin quest for Vanier Cup in Edmonton against Golden Bears

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies' quest for the Vanier Cup begins in Edmonton on Saturday evening.The Huskies finished the regular season with a 5-3 record, and will face the 6-2-0 University of...

Nov 03, 2023

Saskatchewan posts country’s lowest unemployment rate

Saskatchewan's unemployment rate in October was the lowest in the country.According to the Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey, which was published on Friday, the province's unemployment rate last m...

Nov 03, 2023

RCMP investigating sudden death at worksite in Arborfield

One man has died after a workplace incident in Arborfield, south of Carrot River.RCMP confirmed that they were called to the worksite on Oct. 31 just after midnight.A 64-year-old man was declared dece...

Nov 02, 2023

Combines, Beaver Blues in action SPHL opening weekend

Editors' note: Since time of publishing, the Beaver Blues' game in Neilburg Saturday has been postponed, due to a rink malfunction. The game will be made up at a later date.The Saskatchewan Prairie Ho...

Nov 02, 2023

Hafford Vikings surge into semi-final matchup with Cupar

Coming off a commanding 76-16 victory over Hanley to open the playoffs last weekend, the Hafford Vikings now have their sights set on their return to action this Saturday, as hosts of their semi-final...

Nov 01, 2023

Prince Albert dance instructor voted national ambassador

Prince Albert's Sarah L'Abbe has earned the right be the face and voice for a national dance organization.The 18-year-old has been voted the 2024 national ambassador for the Canadian Dance Teachers' A...

Nov 01, 2023

WHL & SJHL set to discuss mandatory neck guards after death of former NHLer

Should neck guards be mandatory for all hockey players?That's something the Western Hockey League (WHL) and Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) are set to discuss after former NHLer Adam Johnson ...

Oct 31, 2023

Star Diamond officially names own diamonds using Cree word

The Name Our Diamonds contest from Star Diamond Corporation has concluded and the company has its winner.Kwtin is the winning brand name. It's derived from the Cree language and translates into "north...

Oct 31, 2023

North Stars Bell, Gold named to SJHL Players of the Week

A pair of Battlefords North Stars have been recognized for their outstanding play over the past week, as offensive superstar Kian Bell and defenceman and team captain Tanner Gold have been named to th...

Oct 31, 2023

Community Winter Clothing Drive on now

Donations are still being accepted for the Community Winter Clothing Drive on now. The project is a partnership with Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre (BIRC), North West College and Scotiabank. ...

Oct 31, 2023