A 30-year-old man from Saskatoon is facing a number of charges after a drug bust in North Battleford involving suspected fentanyl.On May 30, around 12:10 p.m., Battlefords RCMP responded to a disturbance on 100th Street and arrested a man who initially provided a false name.Officers later confirmed his identity and dis...

"God bless you," a person told Cymric Leask. "Thank you for caring about us."Those words might sound like a simple thank-you - but for her, they capture exactly what the monthly outreach program is about: connection, compassion and showing up for people who need it most.Leask is the HIV project coor...

The Alex Dillabough Centre came alive this past weekend with vibrant colours, delicious food and sounds from around the globe as the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre (BIRC) hosted its annual 'A Taste of Culture' celebration. Now a beloved event in the community, A Taste of Culture brings together residents from ...

UPDATE: As the RCMP were investigating a traffic complaint, they saw a man come out of a home with a firearm. Officers moved to arrest him and advised him to drop the weapon to which he refused and retreated back into the house. After getting a warrant, members entered the home and arrested the man. A sawed-off firearm...

At the intersection of Service Canada and the North Battleford Public Library, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community were dancing as they painted the crosswalks in the vivid hues of the Progress and Transgender flags. As Prince and the Revolution sang a song about a girl in a "Raspberry Beret," the energy was pal...

"It just feels good when you do something for the community. It feels really good. It gives you a sense of pride. You've accomplished something. You've done something good for the community."That's what keeps Joan Sperle going - and after decades of service to Unity, she's been named the town's 2025 Citizen o...

It only takes eight seconds to ride a bull, but for Terry Smith, the memories and meaning of Western Days last a lifetime."I've been on this committee since 1998," said Smith, president of the Unity Western Days committee. "I worked at the rodeos when I was in Maple Creek [and] I've sisters that are marr...

It's a scary time right now for a lot of people in Saskatchewan as wildfires continue to threaten communities in the North.The one thing evacuees have been able to count on, however, is their fellow man. Individuals and businesses from all over the province are doing their best to accommodate the evacuees in their citi...

Young entrepreneurs looking to make a mark in their communities now have an initiative they may turn to for help with their budding businesses. The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce has announced a Young Entrepreneur Bursary Program that provides $5,000 to 57 business-minded young people and the local chamber is looking...

A complete fire ban has been issued for the Rural Municipality of Medstead No. 497 along with the Village of Medstead and will remain so until further notice. As such, open fires, burning, fireworks, agriculture, commercial burning, burn barrels or fire pits/campfires are no longer allowed. The use of CSA and UL approv...

The wind has shifted. Smoke from the wildfires in the north is now blowing into more south and eastern areas of the province. Echoing the warning issued by Environment Canada, the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority is advising people to take precautions. "Smoke can cause increased coughing, throat irritation, ...

Standing at the podium in front of the newly upgraded Wes Paskemin Memorial Water Treatment Plant, nipi kanacitawikamik, on Sweetgrass First Nation, Elder Hilda Pasquayak told a story about her late brother. "In the 1950s, my grandma told us, 'In the future, my grandchildren, you will be paying for water,'" s...

A new retail analysis for North Battleford shows the city could support up to 275,000 square feet of new commercial development by 2034, but planners warn that downtown revitalization must remain a priority.City council reviewed the final retail gap analysis Monday during its regular meeting, which outlines market cond...

North Battleford is getting a fourth cannabis retailer after city council approved a development permit during it Monday's meeting, despite concerns from a local business owner about market saturation.The store, operated by GrassBar Cannabis in partnership with Red Pheasant Cree Nation, will be located in the Eagle's L...

More than 40 students and three adults riding a Conseil des écoles fransaskoises school bus escaped injury after a red Dodge pickup collied with the bus. North Battleford Community Safety Officers and Battlefords RCMP are now looking for the vehicle which had been pulled over in a routine CSO traffic stop when &...

The Government of Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and the Saskatchewan Healthcare Recruitment Agency (SHRA), has launched a new physician recruitment campaign under the banner "Saskatchewan is Calling." This new initiative aims to attract physicians from across Canada...

There was a feeling of celebration in the air today in Kerrobert as a new group home officially opened its doors, becoming a place of comfort and support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Kindersley-Biggar MLA Kim Gartner on behalf of Social Services Minister Terry Jenson were on hand today, alongside rep...

North Battleford is adjusting garbage collection and traffic detours along 110th Street as construction continues on the 2025 Underground Pipe and Asphalt Replacement (UPAR) project.Residents who were previously told to place bins in back alleys are now being asked to return them to the front of their properties. The c...

RCMP are asking for the public's help in locating a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing Tuesday.Kierra Purdie was last seen around 2 p.m. on May 27 on Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation. Investigators believe she may have been spotted along Highway 16 in North Battleford around 5:30 p.m., and may...

Police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 15-year-old from Saulteaux First Nation. Keegan Prosper was last seen around 4 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. A photo of the youth was not provided.Police ask that if anyone has any information to call 310-RCMP. -cjnbnews@pattisonmedia.com

There is one more chance for Ross MacAngus to enter a plea. MacAngus, currently a city councillor for the North Battleford, is facing one count of sexual assault. Since his initial charge last fall, he has not made an appearance in court. "I just want to put on the record, the matter was adjourned last week becaus...

Officials in North Battleford are denying allegations that a transit funding cut approved March 10 was retaliation for workers voting to unionize, saying the decision was made months earlier during budget deliberations."The discussion of reducing transit funding started in January in our budget deliberations, whic...

A weather advisory has been issued by Environment Canada in effect for areas of Northwest and West-Central Saskatchewan including Prince Albert, Saskatoon, the Battlefords, Lloydminster, Meadow Lake and all surrounding areas as conditions this afternoon, and early evening may lead to the development and formation of fu...

An immediate fire ban within city limits has been re-issued, effective today by North Battleford Fire Chief Lindsay Holm, in response to current "extreme" Fire Weather Index (FWI) conditions reported by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA). Maps for the area updated and available daily on the SPSA web...

The U15B Battlefords Bandits softball team delivered a flawless performance this past weekend, going undefeated to win the Sharon Knott Tournament in Regina. With a perfect 5-0 record, the Bandits capped off their run with a victory over the Melfort Spirit in a hard-fought championship game Sunday evening. Going into t...

A 24-year-old and 19-year-old are facing multiple charges following an armed robbery in North Battleford on Sunday. Austin Dreaver and Kalayah Jackson made their first appearances earlier Monday in North Battleford Provincial Court. According to police, the armed robbery took place on 109th St., where three people atte...

A union-led rally outside city hall drew dozens of North Battleford residents Monday, protesting recent cuts to the city's public transit system that they say have left them stranded and struggling to afford basic transportation.The demonstration was organized by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 615 after the ...

It was sunny skies and perfect conditions on Friday for the Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce annual Business Golf Challenge. This year the event, held at the scenic Jackfish Lodge and Conference Centre, welcomed 148 participants for a day filled with golf and fun. The event, a staple in the chamber's calend...