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When it comes to banning cellphones, the P.A. kids are not alright

Just a few days into the new school year and students at Saskatchewan's largest high school have already made up their minds about the province's ban on cellphones during class time:"It sucks," said G...

Sep 05, 2024

Battlefords students share thoughts on cellphone bans in school

A new provincial law, that restricts cell phone use in the classroom, is getting mixed reviews from high school students in the Battlefords area. The measures were introduced in Saskatchewan for the 2...

Sep 05, 2024

New downtown pole to feature Reconciliation Flag

A second community flagpole will be installed in the Town of La Ronge. At a recent regular council meeting, a decision was made to revise the current flag policy to allow for such a change. In additio...

Sep 05, 2024

Province invests $17.1 million to increase community safety

Saskatchewan announced a $17.1 million investment in a multi-ministry approach to create safe neighbourhoods with police force expansion, new officer training, and additional enforcement tools focused...

Sep 05, 2024

Prince of Blues makes stop in Prince Albert

Reflecting back on a musical career that spans over five decades, Gary Martin jokes his love for the blues started when he was still in his mother's womb.The award winning artist will play Thursday ni...

Sep 04, 2024

Decoteau family members to attend Passchendaele ceremony for fallen veteran

When Michelle Decoteau was upgrading her education as an adult, she was given a book. Inside was a story about a man who achieved much in his 29 years. Canada's first Indigenous man to become a police...

Sep 04, 2024

Members of James Smith community to gather, reflect with powwow event

It is a somber anniversary for the people of James Smith Cree Nation, and the community plans to gather to reflect with a powwow event this Friday. Mike Marion, the Health Director at JSCN said the co...

Sep 04, 2024

Battleford plans new storm sewer replacement to support growing population

A new storm sewer replacement project in Battlefords is planned to begin in April 2025, with the goal of developing a more robust system to support the growing population. "With more houses and more u...

Sep 04, 2024

Man missing from Meadow Lake

A man has been reported missing from Meadow Lake and local RCMP is asking for the community's help to locate him.Lucas Dshaun Mitsuing, 28, was last seen at the Meadow Lake Home Hardware store on Sept...

Sep 04, 2024

Optimism high as North Stars prepare for new season

The 2024-2025 hockey season is right around the corner, and confidence already appears very high in the Battlefords.The North Stars are having their first preseason exhibition game tonight against the...

Sep 03, 2024