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North Battleford Mayor, Ryan Bater gives reaction to Re-Open Saskatchewan plan
North Battleford mayor, Ryan Bater is urging caution to residents following the unveiling of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan, announced by the province Thursday.Bater said while it is obviously nice to ...
Apr 24, 2020 North Battleford mayor, Ryan Bater said it’s important to continue current social distancing protocols during this time, as the province looks to slowly begin re-opening the economy. (File photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
P.A. wears red to honour victims of Nova Scotia tragedy
The Prince Albert Fire Department took time late Friday morning to honour the victims of the mass shooting in Nova Scotia.Firefighters donned their dress uniforms and red sashes before marching to the...
Apr 24, 2020 The Prince Albert Fire Department wore red to honour those killed in the shootings in Nova Scotia. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
Battleford hometown boy drafted to WHL
For blue liner, Ryan Taylor, taking care of business in his own end is his top priority.Standing 6-feet tall and 170 pounds at just 14 years of age, he's a hard player to miss on the ice. Especially w...
Apr 24, 2020 Battlefords Barons’ defenceman, Ryan Taylor was selected by the Edmonton Oil Kings in the fourth round of the WHL Draft this week. (Submitted photo/Paula Noyce, Warne Photography)
Museum eyes river breakup on many fronts
Despite news headlines being dominated by other, important issues, a popular question is being posed by the Prince Albert Historical Society. When will the river ice break?"It's a fun thing to watch f...
Apr 24, 2020 The Prince Albert Historical Society posed the question on their Facebook page, when will the North Saskatchewan River break? (Prince Albert Historical Society/ Facebook)
Charges filed in case of stolen firearms from local business
Battlefords RCMP were able to identify and charge the person responsible for the break in and thefts of firearms from a local business earlier this week.As a result of their investigation and numerous...
Apr 24, 2020 Suspect identified in stolen firearms case (supplied photo/RCMP)
Onion Lake RCMP lay charges in aggravated assault
An Onion Lake man faces charges following an alleged altercation earlier this week.Christopher Cook of Onion Lake has been charged with aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpo...
Apr 23, 2020 An Onion Lake man is facing charges following an alleged aggravated assault earlier this week on Onion Lake Cree Nation. (File Photo/battlefordsNOW)
Local golf course reacts to potential May opening
It was a great day for golfers in Saskatchewan Thursday, as the province announced their plan to reopen courses next month.Saskatchewan Premier, Scott Moe revealed the news in his much anticipated pro...
Apr 23, 2020 Thursday was a great day for golfers in Saskatchewan, as the province announced the likely return of golf courses come May 15, offering a the light at the end of the fairway. (Facebook/Rustic Nine Golf Course Par 3)
Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie give his reaction to Reopen Saskatchewan Plan
Premier Scott Moe unveiled the provincial government's Re-Open Saskatchewan plan this morning. It is a five-phase plan that will see the slow reopening of businesses and services in the province.Town ...
Apr 23, 2020 Town of Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie gives his reaction to Scott Moe's Reopen Saskatchewan Plan (file photo/battlefordsNOW staff)
North Battleford Mayor eager to hear Scott Moe's Reopen Saskatchewan Plan
Premier Scott Moe addressed the province last night about how the people of Saskatchewan have contributed to flattening the curve.North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater watched Scott Moe's address and was ...
Apr 23, 2020 North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater eager to hear Scott Moe's Reopen Saskatchewan Plan (File photo/battlefordsNOW staff)
Northeast Saskatchewan represented well at 2020 WHL Bantam Draft
The 2020 Western Hockey League (WHL) Bantam Draft was done virtually this year and it delivered for the province of Saskatchewan, including the northeast region.The Land of the Living Skies had seven ...
Apr 22, 2020 Bauer Dumanski was taken early in the second round of the 2020 WHL Bantam Draft on Wednesday. (submitted photo/Tyler Durant)