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Local student reflects on Shad Canada experience, as first accepted from high school
For local student, Bridgitte Campbell, going to school isn't just a task but rather, an enjoyment. Last summer, Campbell spent time taking part in Shad Canada, a STEAM (Science, technology, engineerin...
Jan 23, 2020 Bridgitte Campbell, pictured here, became the first student from John Paul II Collegiate to be accepted to Shad Canada, a national program offered at nearly 20 Universities throughout the country. (submitted photo/Ramona Stillar)
'When I smell blood, I'm just going to attack': Rohovich prepares for return to the cage
Prince Albert's Ryan Rohovich has a big fight coming up next month, one that will mark his return to the cage after a lengthy absence.Rohovich, who has a professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) record o...
Jan 23, 2020 (File photo/paNOW Staff)
Local baseball community reacts to Walker being voted into Cooperstown
Saskatchewan's baseball community is welcoming the induction of Canadian Larry Walker into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown NY. The retired outfielder was elected to the hall in his f...
Jan 23, 2020 Larry Walker, left, was voted in the National Baseball Hall of Fame this week along with Derek Jeter. (The Canadian Press)
Weekends forecast look like perfect condition for snowmobile trail riding
Snowmobile enthusiasts in Northwestern Saskatchewan will be chomping at the bit to get out for a ride this weekend.With last week's -30 Celsius temperatures giving way to single-digit highs this week,...
Jan 23, 2020 Sleds getting ready for a ride (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Coat donation from community group helps keep students warm
A pair of Prince Albert area schools have received donations to help students.Last week the Knights of Columbus in St. Louis delivered coats to Osborne Public School along with St. Louis Community Sch...
Jan 23, 2020 Greg Walker, left receives the donated coats from Rene Gaudet. (submitted photo/Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division)
BOB Awards celebration another big success
It was the Battlefords moment to shine last night at the 2020 Best of the Best (BOB) Awards.BOB winners came together to be honoured at a special ceremony at the Gold Eagle Casino.Kelly Bitner of batt...
Jan 23, 2020 There were awards all around at battlefordsNOW's 2020 BOB Awards ceremony on Wednesday. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
SJHL/MJHL Showcase concludes in Regina
The SJHL/MJHL joint-league showcase drew to a close Wednesday night, concluding the third year of the annual event. The Manitoba Junior League (MJHL) won two of the three games to close out the showca...
Jan 22, 2020 The North Stars' representatives of Team Kunitz pose for a team picture following their final game of the showcase. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Knights of Columbus Council 2094 celebrate tenth anniversary of Coats for Kids by donating 156 coats
The bitterly cold weather the Battlefords area had last week served as a harsh reminder about the realities of living in Saskatchewan. Families who are struggling to make ends meet cannot always affor...
Jan 22, 2020 From left to right: Glen Gantefoer (Board Chairperson), Adrienne Welter (Board Vice-Chairperson), Merv Welter (Treasurer Council 2094), Tom Schwab (District Deputy & Financial Secretary Council 2094), and John Vany (Grand Knight Council 2094) (supplied photo/Ramona Stillar)
Prince Albert Gymnastics Club shines in Las Vegas
Over the weekend, the Prince Albert Gymnastics Club sent eight gymnasts to compete in the Lady Luck International Invitational in Las Vegas.According to a media release from the Prince Albert Gymnasti...
Jan 22, 2020 (Submitted photo/Michael Amouri)
Mannon making most of first SJHL/MJHL Showcase opportunity
For Ice Wolves' forward, Daylon Mannon, his first year in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) has been a whirlwind. A product of Fresno, California, Mannon spent last year in the North Americ...
Jan 22, 2020 Ice Wolves’ forward, Daylon Mannon has been a force for the team this season. His team leading 27 goals, 61 points made the California product a shoo-in for the league showcase. (submitted photo/SJHL.ca)