Battlefords News-Optimist

Keegan Isaac strikes a chord with audience at Jazz Festival

U of S student doesn't just dress snazzy, he lives jazzy; Keegan Isaac and Itsy Bitsy Band captivate Jazz Festival audience

Jul 10, 2025 3:30 PM Read more >

RCMP cruiser struck by alleged impaired driver who fled scene

Lloydminster RCMP officer taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Jul 10, 2025 10:13 AM Read more >

Battlefords RCMP looking for two after robbery/assault incident

The investigation began on July 7 when Battlefords RCMP received a report of a robbery and assault on Red Pheasant Cree Nation.

Jul 10, 2025 8:53 AM Read more >

NB and Battleford mayors sign letter advocating for bail reform

A press conference following the signing took place at Northwest Community Futures Development Corporation offices in North Battleford.

Jul 10, 2025 8:30 AM Read more >

Lloydminster RCMP seize drugs in raid, arrest Sask. woman

She was released from custody to appear in Lloydminster court in September.

Jul 10, 2025 7:47 AM Read more >

Battlefords RCMP continue search for missing teen from Sweet Grass

Saskatchewan RCMP are asking the public for help finding 18-year-old Talia Selene Buffalo, last seen on Moosomin First Nation.

Jul 9, 2025 3:10 PM Read more >

Seeking treasure at Fred Light Museum

Children's day camp includes a historical scavenger hunt.

Jul 9, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >

Lloydminster man, 21, charged with sexual assault of teen, 14

He is charged with sexual assault, sexual interference, and three counts of failure to comply with a release order.

Jul 9, 2025 12:02 PM Read more >

The latest ‘scoop’

Treat stop locates near Battleford Tot Lot.

Jul 9, 2025 10:19 AM Read more >

Police look for suspects after cow moose shot near Goodsoil

Officers responded and found the remains of a cow moose that was believed to have been shot and harvested that morning.

Jul 8, 2025 2:20 PM Read more >