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Battlefords resident reflects on Thailand pandemic experience

The world turned upside down in rapid succession when the COVID-19 pandemic began in earnest back in March. Rob Goheen had a unique view of this historical event than the average Battlefords resident....

Jul 12, 2020

61-year-old Manitoba man reported missing in Prince Albert

The Prince Albert Police Service is looking for the public's help to locate Benoit Merasty. The police made the announcement on Saturday night. Merasty has been reported missing and is visiting Prince...

Jul 12, 2020

Melfort Legion hosting 'Wing Night' on Thursday

The Melfort Legion is gearing up for its 'Wing Night' on July 16.Normally, that Thursday would be the Back Alley Tour, highlighting various art from the region. Unfortunately, that isn't taking place ...

Jul 12, 2020

Allen Sapp Gallery to reopen Monday

The Allen Sapp Gallery in North Battleford will reopen its doors on Monday.The reopening comes over three months after the gallery initially closed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Leah Garven, curator ...

Jul 11, 2020

Île-à-la-Crosse, Beauval and area to experience increased water flow

With extremely wet conditions in recent days, the Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising high flows are expected to increase on the Beaver River, with peaks recently passing in the Beauval area. le--...

Jul 11, 2020

Métis artists launch summer public art series

A new partnership between two local artists is bringing Mtis culture to the street this summer in Prince Albert.Leah Dorion and Danielle Castle will create a series of five temporary public art instal...

Jul 11, 2020

North Battleford approved for Provincial Disaster Assistance Program for flooding

The City of North Battleford is pleased to announce it has been approved for the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) for flooding from heavy rains on July 7 and 8, after just recently applyi...

Jul 10, 2020

Province warns again of higher water levels

The provincial government is warning residents about high water flows.In a media release sent out late Friday afternoon, the province said levels on the North Saskatchewan River flowing through Prince...

Jul 10, 2020

Casino busy since reopening

The Northern Lights Casino has seen good business since reopening Thursday.General Manager Richard Ahenakew said at times they are seeing a healthy number of people wanting to come through the doors. ...

Jul 10, 2020

Local church develops outdoor worship space to ease gathering apprehensions

A church in Meadow Lake is creating more ways for people to connect with their faith and find peace during the pandemic. Father Douglas Jeffrey, OMI of Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church, develop...

Jul 10, 2020