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Local weightlifting challenge pulls in over $2,000 for cancer research

A friendly fitness competition involving gyms from Melfort and Prince Albert raised over $2,000 for cancer research.The Deadlift 4 Cancer event, organized by Spafit by Linda, and affiliated trainers H...

Nov 07, 2023

North Stars Bell, Girod headline SJHL Players of the Week

For the second time in as many weeks, a pair of Battlefords North Stars headline the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's Players of the Week for Oct. 30-Nov. 5.Kian Bell has been named the SJHL MVP of...

Nov 07, 2023

Operation Red Nose helps keep impaired drivers off roads

If you've had a few too many while attending a holiday party in the coming weeks, why not give your keys to Operation Red Nose. As part of the initiative, Operation Red Nose volunteer members will dri...

Nov 07, 2023

Children's Hospital Radiothon - LIVE on Location at Jim Pattison CHildren's Hospital

SUPPORTING SASKATCHEWAN'S ONLY PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNIT SASKATOON, SK Saskatchewan's Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Radiothon presented by CIBC Wood Gundy is BACK live on location at Jim Pattis...

Nov 07, 2023

Concern For Youth asks for $18K in funding from Battleford Council

When Linda Coe-Kirkham, executive director of Battlefords Concern for Youth made her organization's request for funding support from Battleford Town Council, it seemed like a straightforward presentat...

Nov 07, 2023

Radiothon raises funds for province's only PICU

Over the next two days, radio listeners from across Saskatchewan will hear heartfelt stories from children, families, and medical professionals at Jim Pattison Children's Hospital (JPCH).It's part of ...

Nov 07, 2023

Group asks for votes for Medstead curling rink fundraiser

A volunteer community group hopes to raise enough money to upgrade the Medstead curling rink with this fundraiser. If the Medstead and District Recreation Association (MADRA) receives enough votes it ...

Nov 06, 2023

North Stars acquire Medernach from Whitecourt of AJHL

Entering the new week riding a four-game winning streak that has seen the team outscore their opposition by a 31-11 margin, the Battlefords North Stars further bolstered their offence over the weekend...

Nov 06, 2023

BATC aims to keep homeless sheltered this winter

The Battlefords homeless shelter, operated by Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Inc. (BATC), will help make sure homeless people have a place to go to get out of the cold this winter.Called "Miwasin Ki...

Nov 06, 2023

NBCHS Vikings fall in provincial semis, reflect on memorable year

The clock may have struck midnight just a couple of hours early on the North Battleford Comprehensive High School (NBCHS) Vikings' provincial run, but the 2023 high school football season remains a re...

Nov 06, 2023