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Another court appearance for residents accused of striking police cruiser

Another court appearance for residents accused of striking police cruiser

When they approached the vehicle with emergency lights engaged, the truck sped up and struck the police vehicle twice, disabling it.
Air cadet champion earns national award

Air cadet champion earns national award

Award of Merit recognizes Angele Rose’s fundraising initiatives.
Meth, firearms, body-armour seized in Battlefords raid

Meth, firearms, body-armour seized in Battlefords raid

Officers arrested 16 individuals – nine females and seven males – at the two residences; thirteen were later released without charges.
A second chance at life after double lung transplant

A second chance at life after double lung transplant

Now that he’s back home, Larry Labbe is determined to start sharing his story with others to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation.
Former councillor disappointed by recount request rejection

Former councillor disappointed by recount request rejection

One vote decides seat on Battleford council.
Video surveillance captures suspect in break and enter to business

Video surveillance captures suspect in break and enter to business

The Melfort RCMP are investigating two break and enters into businesses that occurred in Star City and Birch Hills.
Living Sky School Division sets leadership for 2025

Living Sky School Division sets leadership for 2025

Ronna Pethick continues to serve as board chair.
N. Battleford's snow removal crews deployed according to priority

N. Battleford's snow removal crews deployed according to priority

According to the city’s snow-clearing plan, priority streets are cleared first.
Three people facing charges in copper wire theft

Three people facing charges in copper wire theft

This is the second time Turtleford RCMP has laid charges in relation to copper wire thefts in November.
Police search for suspect wanted in La Ronge robbery

Police search for suspect wanted in La Ronge robbery

Investigation determined a man stole a vehicle from a group of individuals at gunpoint.
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