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Proud to be Canadian: Families reflect following Canadian citizenship ceremony in Battleford

Nearly 40 people from nine different countries became Canadian citizens Thursday at a special Canadian citizenship ceremony held at Battleford's Alex Dillabough Centre.Annette McGovern, executive dire...

Oct 06, 2023

Ice Wolves trade McNutt to Flin Flon for three players

The La Ronge Ice Wolves have made a blockbuster trade.They've sent defenseman Adam McNutt to the Flin Flon Bombers in exchange for forwards Bailey Ewonus and Jaden Beauchamp, defenseman Ethan Andrews,...

Oct 05, 2023

North Stars bolster lineup with return of Maric, addition of Burgeson

The Battlefords North Stars recently announced a pair of moves to bolster their lineup, after starting the SJHL season 2-3-0 through their opening five games.The first move saw the team acquire 20-yea...

Oct 05, 2023

Melfort RCMP asking for public's help finding two stolen trucks

The Melfort RCMP detachment is hoping the public can help find two pickup trucks that were stolen on Tuesday.The two vehicle thefts were at separate times and locations, however, police believe they m...

Oct 05, 2023

Sask. Nigerian community celebrates Independance Day

Saskatchewan's Nigerian community is celebrating an important anniversary.On Oct. 1, 1960, Nigeria was granted full independence from Great Britain. To mark the 63rd anniversary, and celebrate Naija D...

Oct 05, 2023

Battlefords AAA Sharks announce leadership group

The Battlefords AAA Sharks have announced its leadership group for the 2023-24 hockey season. The only returnee from last year's U18 Sharks, Greir Slabaida will serve as captain of the team, while def...

Oct 05, 2023

Inaugural Battlefords Run for the Cure raises over $3K for breast cancer awareness

Many people got together over the weekend at Finlayson Island, for the inaugural Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure in the Battlefords.Robin Speer, who is on the national board of directors...

Oct 04, 2023

Vehicle collision claims life of Pelican Narrows man

RCMP are investigating a collision that claimed the life of a 39-year-old man from Pelican Narrows.At around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, officers received a report of a collision involving a pedestrian in th...

Oct 03, 2023

Loon Lake woman passes away after being struck by vehicle

A 72-year-old woman has passed away after being hit by a vehicle.At around 11:30 a.m. on Sept. 27, RCMP received a report of a collision involving a pedestrian on Highway 26 south of Loon Lake. The wo...

Oct 03, 2023

Longtime P.A. business owner ready to start new chapter

After more than three decades as owner of the Prince Albert Canadian Tire store, Malcolm Jenkins is preparing to move on.His retirement takes effect on Oct. 12 and on Sunday, a special party was held ...

Oct 03, 2023