Business & Economy

Sask. Immigration minister to ask for two-year work permit extension

With a new federal cabinet announced and a new federal immigration minister getting settled in, Saskatchewan's immigration minister is looking to put together a deal.Tuesday morning, Lena Metlege Diab...

May 13, 2025

Uncontrolled release at oil well near Lloyd; residents frustrated with lack of communication

Cenovus is dealing with a well release at the Rush Lake 2 thermal facility, about 80 kilometers southeast of Lloydminster. In a statement emailed to battlefordsNOW, the energy company's media relation...

May 13, 2025

TV station in Lloydminster shuts down permanently

Stingray media's only conventional television properties, CITL/CKSA TV were officially shut down Tuesday.In a press release on the company's website, Stingray said the Lloydminster, Alta based TV medi...

May 13, 2025

North Battleford council to vote on tax bylaw changes, including vacant property levy

City council is expected to vote Monday night on a suite of tax bylaws that would finalize 2025 property tax rates and introduce new levies for residents and commercial property owners.The proposed ch...

May 12, 2025

Community roundtable explores ways to boost local tourism

Community groups from across the Battlefords say strengthening the region's identity and working together are essential to drawing more visitors."I think from what I see here, you see a lot of differe...

May 08, 2025

Cardboard intake at Recycling Depot doubles in recent months

A large increase in cardboard being received at the La Ronge Recycling Depot has staff asking residents to be more mindful of where they dump the product after hours. According to Manager Kuan Portill...

May 08, 2025

Poultry producers on alert after avian flu infects three Saskatchewan flocks

No commercial poultry farms in Saskatchewan have encountered avian flu yet, but recent cases in backyard flocks have prompted heightened awareness with producers who are ensuring they're up to date on...

May 07, 2025

Poultry producers on alert after avian flu infects three Saskatchewan flocks

No commercial poultry farms in Saskatchewan have encountered avian flu yet, but recent cases in backyard flocks have prompted heightened awareness with producers who are ensuring they're up to date on...

May 07, 2025

Saskatoon restaurateur bringing 50's diner vibe to Emma Lake this summer

It's a new vision featuring a vintage vibe. Lawrence and Sonnia Minshull opened Sunset Bay Resort in 1986 but recently announced a change in ownership of the four- season family destination nestled in...

May 06, 2025

Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park

A chemical warehouse and retail outlet proposed for Battleford's industrial park has cleared an early hurdle, with council supporting a zoning interpretation amid safety and environmental concerns.Tow...

May 06, 2025