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Wildlife Federation set for Smoker Meal, summer projects

The Battlefords Wildlife Federation is hoping to get a good start on 2021 projects this spring.The group's biggest annual event, Smoker to Go, is scheduled for April 10 at the federation's clubhouse. ...

Mar 05, 2021

Safety in PA National Park As the Season Changes

The health and safety of visitors, employees and all Canadians is of the utmost importance to Parks Canada.To help limit the spread of COVID-19, visitors must follow the advice of public health expert...

Mar 05, 2021

P.A. house sale volumes and prices spike

The housing market in Prince Albert last month followed a provincial trend upwards. It showed a 178 per cent rise in sales volume, and numbers also well above the five and 10-year averages. The jump i...

Mar 05, 2021

Police investigate alleged firearms activity and drug trafficking at West Flat residence

A heavy police presence, that included the SWAT team, was observed by residents Wednesday night in an area of Prince Albert's west flat.A video posted to Facebook showed officers executing a search wa...

Mar 04, 2021

Former Broncos coach to talk mental health in North Battleford

The topic of mental health will be highlighted in a special virtual appearance in North Battleford this month. Former Humboldt Broncos coach, Chris Beaudry will be speaking about the importance of men...

Mar 04, 2021

Ground penetrating radar proposed for cemetery in Air Ronge

Ground penetrating radar to discover unmarked graves in the local cemetery was up for discussion at a regular Air Ronge village council meeting last month. The idea to use the technology was brought f...

Mar 04, 2021

169 new cases and 168 recoveries reported in the province

The province has reported 169 new cases of COVID-19 and 169 recoveries in Saskatchewan bringing the provincial total to 29,220 cases. Meanwhile, clinics are starting in Prince Albert and North Battlef...

Mar 04, 2021

Melfort Kinsmen member reflects on Telemiracle 45 experience

A member of the Melfort Kinsmen Club is sharing his unique and personal reflections on Telemiracle 45 and the success of the telethon.Rodney White was on the main stage phones for the finale of the br...

Mar 04, 2021

Christensen reflects on 45 years with Bill and Don's

One of North Battlefords' longest-serving business owners officially announced his retirement this week in the community. After 45 years at Bill and Don's Menswear, Ben Christensen took some time to c...

Mar 04, 2021

Government provides $19M to child-care facilities

Licensed child-care facilities in Saskatchewan are getting more financial help.On Thursday, the Saskatchewan government said it was providing around $19 million from the Federal Safe Restart Agreement...

Mar 04, 2021