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North Stars hang on versus Melville

North Stars hang on versus Melville

Berkeliev's goaltending keeps the game close
Unity RCMP looking for a Dodge truck with slip tank

Unity RCMP looking for a Dodge truck with slip tank

At 6:41 a.m. Monday, Unity RCMP issued an advisory asking for the public's assistance in locating a white newer Dodge Quad Cab or Supercab 2500 or 3500 truck.
Stolen ATV recovered

Stolen ATV recovered

Prince Albert RCMP are asking for the public’s help in identifying the owner of an ATV recovered by officers Monday ay about 11:45 a.m.
Silvernagle qualifies for Scotties playoffs

Silvernagle qualifies for Scotties playoffs

Robyn Silvernagle has clinched the first playoff spot at the Scotties in Melville. The team defeated Michelle Englot of Regina 7-6 in the A final on Saturday night to move their record to 3-0.
Attempted armed robbery in Macklin

Attempted armed robbery in Macklin

RCMP are reporting an attempted armed robbery in Macklin. According to police, just after midnight on Jan. 25 a male suspect entered the Macklin Hotel/Bar with a long gun and demanded money. The male is described as 5 ft.
Silvernagle off to good start at prov. Scotties

Silvernagle off to good start at prov. Scotties

Two wins in a row
Stars stand strong in third period against Melfort

Stars stand strong in third period against Melfort

6-2 win clinches division with a dozen games to go
Sutherland sworn in as new Chamber chair

Sutherland sworn in as new Chamber chair

A First Nations individual from Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation has risen to the top at the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce.
Meili back in Battlefords, health care a prime concern

Meili back in Battlefords, health care a prime concern

Provincial NDP leader Ryan Meili has been spending making frequent appearances in the Battlefords. The opposition leader was in North Battleford again Thursday, where he met Mayor Ryan Bater and some members of council in the afternoon.
$300,000 worth of stolen property recovered

$300,000 worth of stolen property recovered

Trucks, snowmobiles, ATVs, tools
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