Community

Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap

Everyone has a plan until they get hit.The Saskatchewan Roughriders are keeping that in mind as they try to move past the 23-17 loss to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats which included on the third play of the ...

Jun 19, 2019

Battleford gives thumbs up for potable water; denies separate fire services agreement

The Town of Battleford's business was strictly elemental at council's meeting Monday. Council agreed to turn on the tap to provide potable water to Poundmaker First Nation, but didn't approve of a sep...

Jun 18, 2019 Town council approved a request for potable water, but was opposed to joining a separate mutual aid agreement at council's meeting Monday. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Memorial bench installed for impaired driving victims

A granite bench installed along the Rotary Trail by the riverbank holds special meaning for Karen Anthony-Burns. It's where she'll stop to rest while she walks her son's dog and reflect on his life an...

Jun 18, 2019 Karen Anthony-Burns of MADD Prince Albert holds a picture of her son, Daniel, who she lost in an alcohol-related crash in 2010. (Teena Monteleone/paNOW Staff)

Local dancer heading to Miss World Canada pageant to represent Saskatchewan

Jacy Lloyd grew up in Cut Knife, a small community west of the Battlefords, and four years ago moved into the city to pursue dancing and finish up her high school career.Lloyd has practiced dance for ...

Jun 18, 2019 Headshot of Jacy Lloyd for the Miss Canada World pageant. (Submitted photo/Jacy Lloyd)

Boy beaten up at Parkland Hall skatepark

The beating up of an 11-year-old boy at the new skatepark at Parkland Hall Sunday night has prompted a relative to call for more security. Meanwhile, as the city and Prince Albert police investigate, ...

Jun 18, 2019 An 11-year-old boy was beaten by a group of boys at the new Parkland Hall skatepark. (Mike Sayese/Facebook)

Local woman named president of National Council of Women

A Prince Albert woman plans to use her newly appointed national position to address the issue of sex trafficking.Patricia Leson, a retired educator, became the President of the National Council of Wom...

Jun 18, 2019 Patricia Leson, president of the Prince Albert Council of Women, recently became president of the National Council of Women of Canada. (submitted photo/Rose Rothenburger)

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations will be marked by dance, signing

The Battlefords will be alive this Friday, dancing to the joyous beat of the drum and the rhythmic jangle of jingle dancers as the community comes together to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day...

Jun 18, 2019 The National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations in the Battlefords will include traditional dance performances on June 21. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Territorial Drive Farmers Market Fridays

The Territorial Drive Farmers Markets, across from Walmart in the Splish Splash Parking Lot, will be Fridays from 4-9:00 p.m.Aside from great vendors, there will be local music.

Jun 18, 2019

Wellness Wednesday - Lac La Ronge Indian Band

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services is hosting Wellness Wednesy June 26 at the Morins Hill Grounds and Silver Building.Transportation is provided.This event is for all community members to enjoy ...

Jun 18, 2019

X Fit Camp with the Ice Wolves

Ice Wolves Summer X Fit Camp will be July 22 to 25 powered by JRMCC!!!! To register message their Facebook Page with Name, DOB, parents name, parents ph, email, Tshirt size.

Jun 18, 2019