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18U Beavers rolling through baseball season

It is said there's no substitute for experience, but don't tell that to the 18U North Battleford Beavers. The team has stormed out of the gate this baseball season, to a 6-3-1 start, despite being one...

Jul 21, 2020

Bus rollover victim identified as Battlefords resident, Unity family reflects on close call

As we learn about one of the victims of the deadly bus rollover in Alberta Saturday, another Saskatchewan family is reflecting on its decision not to take the tour that ended in tragedy.According to A...

Jul 21, 2020

Construction underway on South Ave in Melfort

Summertime means construction season is underway.Several areas around Melfort are experiencing road closures due to work being done to roadways according to Brent Lutz with the city."Whether it be cre...

Jul 21, 2020

Melfort Trade Alliance seeking memberships to become a chamber of commerce

The Melfort Trade Alliance (MTA) is looking for businesses to sign up for a membership in the organization.The MTA is looking to become a chamber of commerce, something Melfort hasn't had since 2018 w...

Jul 21, 2020

Nipekamew Sand Cliffs River Floats

We are planning the Nipekamew Sand Cliffs River Floats THIS SATURDAY, JULY 25!Everyone is welcome!Meet Location: Air Ronge Co-op Time: 11:30am What to Bring: Floaty, Bug Spray, Water, Sunscreen, life ...

Jul 21, 2020

Healthy Sleep Behaviors As a Family During a Pandemic

There's no question that screens are consuming more and more of our kids' time and attention. Only 38% of Canadian children and youth (aged 5-17 years old) are meeting the recommended screen time guid...

Jul 21, 2020

Meals on Wheels volunteers bring a smile with every delivery

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is still looking for more volunteers for the area's Meals on Wheels program. Jayna Hannah has been volunteering on and off with a colleague in North Battleford ...

Jul 20, 2020

Hockey card thief and garbage tossing suspect highlight busy weekend for police

A bizarre incident Sunday morning in the west hill area was among the more notable calls over the weekend for the Prince Albert Police Service. A 37-year-old man was spotted by police yelling and thro...

Jul 20, 2020

Local entrepreneur launches clothing line with environmental focus

A local entrepreneur is looking to give back to her community with her latest clothing line.Vast Wilderness Co. is a clothing line created by Dorintosh resident Shaena Thompson. With the sale of each ...

Jul 20, 2020

Hudson Bay Heritage Park opening on Tuesday

The Hudson Bay Heritage Park is set to open for the first time in 2020.The park, which normally opens in May, had been closed for the entire year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.But they will re-open Tue...

Jul 20, 2020