The memory of a beloved Meadow Lake doctor shines on through the stars hanging off a memorial tree. The idea to start a tree fundraiser had been ruminating in Iris Lay's mind for a number of years. "This year, I just threw it out at the committee to see what they thought about it, and everybody really liked the id...

Three people face charges after the theft of copper wire from a jobsite in the RM of Frenchman Butte. Turtleford RCMP were called about the theft of approximately 500 m of copper wire from the site on Nov. 23. Three men were arrested in Paradise Hill the following day. Twenty-two-year-old Declan Weinhandl of Paradise H...

As light snow blows across the Battlefords and frigid temperatures continue, the Highway Hotline has issued an update for the surrounding areas. Highway 16 from North Battleford to Maidstone and Highway 26 are partly covered with snow and ice. Anyone travelling near or on Highway 376, Highway 378, and Highway 324 are a...

Kim Ebert has had to have conversations with her Regina-based family members most mothers never imagine having. Her son Cody Holgate was diagnosed with epilepsy as an infant. He has multiple types of seizures but three years ago, he started having atonic (drop) seizures, which cause a person to suddenly lose muscle str...

Now that the Community Builder Campaign for the new CO-OP Centre in Meadow Lake is wrapping up, Linda Harman is awestruck. "It's almost a bit of disbelief that in one year, we've raised close to $6 million," said Harman who serves as one of the fundraising committee's chairs. The event was held at the Meadow ...

As the first breaths of winter come blowing into Saskatchewan, snowmobiling enthusiasts are preparing for another season. In Meadow Lake, that means the celebration of a new warming hut being finished - the third in as many years - by the Northern Lights Snowmobile Association. According to Kelly Schmidt, club presiden...

The Highway Hotline is reminding drivers to be alert when taking to the roads. North Battleford and Meadow Lake both have warnings of partly covered roads with loose, drifting and swirling snow. In St. Walburg, there are reports of reduced visibility and along with Beauval and La Loche, the roads are also partly covere...

North West College (NWC) has become the first post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan to introduce a proactive online program addressing campus sexual violence.The launch is in partnership with REES (Respect, Educate, Empower Survivors), a 24/7 online platform for reporting incidents. It offers students and employee...

Four people appeared in Loon Lake Provincial Court Friday after facing multiple counts of weapons and drug charges. According to police, Loon Lake RCMP received reports of two stolen vehicles headed northbound on HWY 26 on Nov. 19. The report stated that the vehicle occupants had a fire arm with them and had pointed it...

Two men from Paradise Hill are facing charges after an investigation into a copper wire theft earlier this month. Turtleford RCMP said they first received a report of the incident on Nov. 4 at around 4 a.m. regarding a theft at a work site in Frenchman Butte. Officers began investigating and saw the suspects, and suspe...

The aftermath of the blowout election south of the border last week that saw the upcoming reinstatement of Donald Trump as the leader of the United States has already started making its impact known. In Meadow Lake, the forestry industry is gearing up for an uncertain future and according to Kelly Lehoux, general manag...

Weather warnings continue for northern communities. Road surfaces in Meadow Lake are a mix of conditions and according to the Highway Hotline, are partly covered with slush, ice and packed with snow. Meanwhite in Dornintosh, surfaces are partly covered with ice and loose snow. Unpredictable weather is coming, according...

With the cast of a single ballot unseating a councillor with over two decades of experience at the table and the election of the first woman mayor, the Battlefords have emerged from two historic elections. "Wow," said David George. The long-term town councillor said he was disappointed to learn that after rou...

It's begun. The weather is taking a turn for the worse in parts of Saskatchewan. Highway Hotline has issued warnings for those in the Lloydminster and Meadow Lake areas. In Lloydminster, surfaces are partly covered and slush while Meadow Lake has a mix of partly covered, ice, slush and loose and swirling Snow. For Mead...

UPDATE: Police announced that Singer was found at a home in the community on Sunday and arrested. He made his first court appearance on Monday, Nov. 18. RCMP from the Pierceland detachment are looking to find 42-year-old Lorne Singer from Big Island Lake Cree Territory after a woman was assaulted and confined at a home...

The polls are closed and the results of the 2024 municipal elections are slowly coming to light. In North Battleford, the results are historic after Kelli Hawtin was elected as the first woman to be mayor of the city. She said she looks forward to her new role in the community and is happy to be a part of history. &quo...

The Turtleford RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in their investigation of a break and enter to a business in Paradise Hill, 30 minutes northwest of Turtleford.It's been determined that three unknown individuals broke into the business between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 10. The door of the bus...

As the days to the municipal election tick down, the candidates for Meadow Lake are preparing their final efforts to reach voters before the big day on November 13. Here's a look at who is running in this year's election. Merlin Seymour (File Photo/meadowlakeNOW Staff)Merlin Seymour - Mayor Acclaimed Merlin Seymour sti...

Jeremy Cockrill is into day two into his new health portfolio and he said he's excited. "It's another challenge but I do love a challenge so we're looking forward to get into it," he said. Newly re-elected Premier Scott Moe shuffled his cabinet Thursday and placed Cockrill in the position of the Minister of H...

Mauri Young is looking for a chance to serve Meadow Lake for another four years. Answering questions via email, Young said she has been a part of the community for 44 years including school, raising a son and working as a business partner in Ron's Plumbing and Heating and Meadow Lanes/Bear's Den. "I have an active...

In the recent provincial election, Premier Scott Moe said people re-elected the Sask Party to ensure a strong economy and a bright future, while others voted for change. On Thursday, he promised his new government will deliver both, as he announced a smaller cabinet, with a new minister appointed in every cabinet posit...

A warrant has been issued for one person after a firearm was discharged at a residence on Big Island Lake Cree Territory. The incident happened on Saturday evening, just after 5:00 p.m., where police determined that a man was sitting in a vehicle parked near a home. Then, a man armed with a firearm exited the home and ...

An altercation between a man and a woman on the Big Island Lake Cree Territory ended with the woman taken to hospital and the man behind bars. Pierceland RCMP said they were called ot a home in Big Island at around 3 p.m. on Nov. 2. When they arrived, they found an injured woman who was then taken to hospital by EMS wi...

A new 4-H Sheep Club has recently been formed in Makwa for families and young community members to learn about the art of raising sheep."There are several breeders in our club who are willing to work with members who do not own any sheep of their own but want to be involved," said Club leader Lyndsey Rutz.&qu...

On November 1 at around 3 p.m., the Onion Lake RCMP were called by the Lloydminster Rescue Squad regarding a single vehicle rollover on Highway 17 about 13 kilometres south of Onion Lake.When police arrived, they found four people inside the vehicle, all of which were injured. Three people, the 45-year-old female drive...

The Kanaweyiminan "Take care of us" CFS Safe Home is now a reality in Canoe Lake Cree First Nation.Nearly 30 students had a part in the facitlity's construction and they handed over the keys to the brand-new 1600 sq. ft., 4-bedroom bungalow on Friday. The home itself. ( Submitted Photo from the Education Port...

Artists, musicians and all those who will use the events building of the Co-Op Centre now have a name to call it: Legacy Hall. Kirt and Terri Prete donated $500,000 to the Co-Op Community Builder Campaign and according to a news release, the name was chosen not just for financial considerations but also the family's &q...

An Onion Lake man who was reported missing nearly seven months ago has been found deceased near the town of Alcurve, Alberta. Maidstone RCMP said they received a report of found human remains on Monday in a pasture about 10 kilometres north of the unincorporated community. Police, along with the Saskatchewan Coroners S...