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'I was proud to do it' : North Battleford begins Veterans' week with flag raising

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 70, alongside the City of North Battleford, gathered on Monday for a flag-raising to honour the upcoming Remembrance Day on Nov. 11.The day serves as an opportunity for Ca...

Nov 04, 2024

Melfort's Robyn Luthi sets personal best in New York City to complete major marathon loop - for now

A Melfort marathon runner is now a six-star finisher. Robyn Luthi completed the New York Marathon on the weekend, completing all six major marathons across the globe. "It was a really great experience...

Nov 04, 2024

Battlefords RCMP locate one missing girl, searching for second

Two teenage girls went missing in North Battleford and the police are seeking the public's assistance in locating the second girl after finding the first.Khloe Kaye, 15, was last seen on Nov. 3 in the...

Nov 04, 2024

Battlefords RCMP searching for missing teen

Battlefords RCMP are seeking the public's help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl. Brooklyn Yahyahkeekoot was last seen near 109 Street in North Battleford on Friday. She is described as approxima...

Nov 03, 2024

$100K lottery brings advanced 3D surgical tech to BUH

This victory is not just for the woman who won over a hundred grand; it also signifies a victory for the community. With the new system at the Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH), there is now an opportu...

Nov 01, 2024

City's mayoral candidates share visions during chamber's forum

Three people in North Battleford are fighting for the honour of being named mayor on Nov. 13. Although they come from different backgrounds, they all share a vision for prosperity benefiting the city ...

Nov 01, 2024

Sentencing issued in SaskPower vs. Blayne McKay

While the sentence has been issued and SaskPower will be forced to pay fines totaling $700,000, Blayne McKay along with his family and friends are not satisfied with the results of the October 31 cour...

Oct 31, 2024

Wrap-up of the Battlefords' council candidates' focuses and visions

As the municipal election campaigns heat up, candidates from the town and city are making every effort to connect with the community and resonate with voters.The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce hosted...

Oct 31, 2024

Arcand wins Citizen of the Year

Linda Arcand of La Ronge has been named the tri-community's Citizen of the Year. She was announced as the 2024 recipient of the award at the La Ronge and District Chamber of Commerce's Tri-Community A...

Oct 30, 2024

Greg Lightfoot seeks fourth term on city council with focus on fiscal responsibility

A long-serving former city councillor from North Battleford, Greg Lightfoot, is seeking his fourth term on Nov. 13 with a commitment to financial accountability, keeping taxes low, and driving continu...

Oct 29, 2024