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Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park

A chemical warehouse and retail outlet proposed for Battleford's industrial park has cleared an early hurdle, with council supporting a zoning interpretation amid safety and environmental concerns.Tow...

May 06, 2025

McHappy Day returns Thursday: Join Canadians in supporting families with sick and injured children

It's a deliciously easy way to support fellow Canadians.The 31st McHappy Day event takes place on Thursday, May 8 with McDonald's and local independent franchisees contributing a portion of proceeds t...

May 06, 2025

UPDATED: Complete fire ban issued in North Battleford

The City of North Battleford has upgraded its fire ban from earlier this week to a complete fire ban due to a combination of the current Fire Weather Index (FWI) and forecasted high winds in the area....

May 06, 2025

North Stars alumni, Connor Logan hired as new Head Coach and General Manager

The Battlefords North Stars announced the hiring of Connor Logan this morning as the team's new Head Coach and General Manager for the upcoming season. Logan, who played for the North Stars and won a ...

May 06, 2025

School Education at Sask Parks

Hey Saskatchewan teachers! Imagine your students exploring nature, paddling beautiful lakes, or stepping back in time at a provincial park! Join our passionate park interpreters as they deliver unique...

May 06, 2025

Emergency Preparedness Week Recognized in Saskatchewan; SaskAlert Test Scheduled for May 7

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 4-10, 2025, as Emergency Preparedness Week in the province. The theme for 2025 is "Be prepared. Know your risks," which encourages everyone to underst...

May 06, 2025

CFL teams start pre-season on a up note

The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are those of the writer's and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Pattison Media.With spring finally making its belated entrance, CF...

May 06, 2025

'We do matter': Meadow Lake marks Red Dress Day with stories of loss and resilience

The Northwest Friendship Centre and Northwest College (NWC) held a remembrance walk Monday in Meadow Lake to mark National Red Dress Day and honour missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two...

May 05, 2025

Meadow Lake residents frustrated by persistent smell; City plans de-sludging

An odour lingering in the air through Meadow Lake has several residents asking, 'What's that smell?'The pungent and persistent odour originates from the sewage lagoon and the City said its taking acti...

May 05, 2025

Battlefords RCMP responded to 535 calls for service last week; focus on Bike Safety in May

Property crimes topped the list of calls that members of Battlefords RCMP responded to between April 28 and May 4.In a weekly update, RCMP said they were called to 95 property crimes in addition to 34...

May 05, 2025