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28 years later, son continues search for mother's killer
Nearly 30 years after his mom's death, a Prince Albert man is again reaching out for help, hoping someone can help identify her killer.Theron Morin was only 6 years old when he was told his mother, Je...
Oct 16, 2019 Theron Morin still believes his mother's killer can be found. (Facebook/ Prince Albert Police Service)
Incubators next for NCHCF after diagnostic imaging equipment covered
The North Central Health Care Foundation (NCHCF) radiothon is coming up and a direct beneficiary from a similar event in 2017 hopes people get on board once again.Dwayne Friesen is the manager of diag...
Oct 16, 2019 The North Central Health Care Foundation raised $510,000 for new digital imaging equipment over the last two years. (Facebook/North Central Health Care Foundation)
St. Brieux hosting regional boys soccer tournament, aiming for provincials
One more step remains for soccer teams as the provincial tournament approaches.Schools all across Saskatchewan will be holding regional tournaments during the Oct. 18 weekend. One of those schools is ...
Oct 16, 2019 The St. Brieux Senior Boys soccer team will aim for provincials as they host the 3A regional tournament next weekend. (submitted photo/Brittany Berscheid)
NBA champion Raptors say they're excited for the challenge of upcoming season
TORONTO - Newly framed magazine covers and newspapers from the Toronto Raptors' championship run line the walls of the news conference room at the team's practice facility. A ...
Oct 16, 2019
Infrastructure funding top of mind for Leslie, Bater ahead of federal vote
Easier access to federal funds for infrastructure projects is what both the mayor of Battleford and North Battleford want from whomever forms government on Monday.Speaking to battlefordsNOW, Mayor Ame...
Oct 16, 2019 North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater and Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie. (Tyler Marr/battlefordsNOW Staff)
City hoping volunteers with a skill sign-up for Repair Café
Last call for the Repair Caf.North Battleford City Hall is encouraging anyone who wants to volunteer their skills or talents to help at the upcoming Repair Caf to speak up now.The event takes place Sa...
Oct 16, 2019 City of North Battleford Environmental Manager Tammy MacCormack discussed the need for volunteers for the Repair Café during council Tuesday. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
PAGC plays role in foster family recruitment
There's always a need for foster families in the community and now an added impetus to find the best possible fit for children in light of the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)...
Oct 16, 2019 (File photo/Darryl Dyck The Canadian Press)
Beef recall expands as Toronto slaughterhouse co-operates with food watchdog
A large recall of raw beef and veal products continued to expand this week with Canada's food watchdog issuing safety warnings about dozens of items sold at restaurants and retail outlets includi...
Oct 16, 2019
La Ronge Arts Council presents annual concert series
Five upcoming live musical shows in the tri-communities are meant to entertain residents through some of the coldest months. Two concert series, including one hosted by the La Ronge Arts Council, will...
Oct 16, 2019 Nick Earle and Chris Kirby perform this month in La Ronge. (submitted photo/La Ronge Arts Council)
Local law firm donates to hospice
The Rose Garden Hospice is getting some more support from the community.Wednesday afternoon the law firm of Parchomchuk, Sherdahl, Hunter donated $15,000 to support the building of the facility. Ron P...
Oct 16, 2019 Allicia Hunter, left, Heather Sherdahl, Marina Mitchell and Ron Parchomchuk (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)