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Crutwell sled dog race family affair for some
A longtime tradition continues in Crutwell this weekend.The community's annual dog sled races kicked off early Saturday afternoon, starting with single dog races with younger mushers. At noon, some of...
Jan 04, 2020 The Crutwell sled races kicked off with the single dog races Saturday. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)

Play underway at girls hockey tournament in P.A.
Teams from all over Saskatchewan are in Prince Albert this weekend.The 20th annual Prince Albert Female Hockey Tournament is on from Friday to Sunday. The tournament, hosted by P.A. Minor Hockey, feat...
Jan 04, 2020 The Bantam AA P.A. Lehner Electric Foxes, wearing orange and black, have been enjoying a strong tournament so far. (Submitted/Carey Lehner)

Stars and Klippers ready for round two of weekend showdown
The Battlefords North Stars will return to action Saturday for part two of their weekend home-and-home series with the division rival, Kindersley Klippers, as the scene shifts to the Battlefords. Retu...
Jan 04, 2020 Captain, Matthew Fletcher and his North Stars’ teammates will look to stay hot Saturday, in search of a fifth straight win, as the team will make their first appearance of the new calendar year in front of the home crowd. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Repairs on Old Nipawin Bridge begin Monday
The Old Nipawin Bridge will soon be getting some TLC.Steve Shaheen of the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure told northeastNOW work will be taking place on the bridge this week, leading to its cl...
Jan 04, 2020 (Submitted/Teresa Gratton)

20th annual tournament taking part around the city
The 20th Annual Prince Albert Female Hockey Tournament is underway.The event will run from Friday to Sunday and take place in numerous locations including Kinsmen Arena, Buckland, East Hill, East End,...
Jan 04, 2020 (File photo/paNOW Staff)

North Stars ‘Klip’ Kindersley, stay hot with 5-2 win
It was a joyous kick-start to the New Year for the Battlefords North Stars Friday, as the team downed the rival, Kindersley Klippers 5-2 at the West Central Events Centre in Kindersley. Five different...
Jan 04, 2020 Friday’s victory was the Stars’ fourth straight, as the team picked up right where they left off prior to Christmas, with another solid team effort that saw five different players chip in with a goal on the night. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
What'sHappeningNOW Jan. 3, 2020
News Director Glenn Hicks speaks with Senior Reporter Nigel Maxwell about the closing of the post office on Central Ave.
Jan 03, 2020

More electric vehicle charging stations coming to Saskatchewan
Some drivers of electric vehicles are going to have more charging options along the Yellowhead Highway.Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla is planning to install super charging stations at locations i...
Jan 03, 2020 More Tesla super charging stations like this one in Swift Current are coming to Saskatchewan. (Twitter/Zee @ Road Trip Tesla)

She-NANIGANS performance venue coming to Battlefords
Two longtime friends are bringing together their passion and expertise to create a new performance venue in North Battleford called She-NANIGANS.Glennda Ilett and Kelly Waters said the initiative was ...
Jan 03, 2020 Glennda Ilett, left, and Kelly Waters are in the process of having a building in North Battleford renovated to create a new performance venue called She-NANIGANS. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Crutwell ready to host annual sled dog race
The Hamlet of Crutwell are gearing up for their annual sled dog races.This weekend the community will be hosting racers coming from as far as Manitoba and British Columbia. Competitors will be facing ...
Jan 03, 2020 Sled dog races are set to go this coming weekend in Crutwell. (submitted photo/Dave Rondeau)