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Code of conduct investigation underway after Pelican Narrows arrest videos shared online

Code of conduct investigation underway after Pelican Narrows arrest videos shared online

Saskatchewan RCMP issued a news release Tuesday regarding arrest videos being shared online, saying they have begun a review of the incidents shown.
Statement by the Prime Minister on the death of Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Tom Molloy

Statement by the Prime Minister on the death of Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Tom Molloy

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Tom Molloy: “Today, I join the people of Saskatchewan to mourn the passing of their Lieutenant Governor, His Honour the Honou
Saskatchewan lt. gov. succumbs to cancer

Saskatchewan lt. gov. succumbs to cancer

Following is the Saskatchewan Premier’s announcement on the death of Lieutenant Governor W. Thomas Molloy: Premier Scott Moe regrets to share the sad news of the death of Saskatchewan’s Lieutenant Governor the Honourable W. Thomas Molloy, O.C., S.O.
Canada Day at the Battlefords Provincial Park

Canada Day at the Battlefords Provincial Park

Visitors to the Battlefords Provincial Park enjoyed Canada Day activities such as a sandcastle building contest, crafts for kids and a cake, along with all the usual water sports and outdoor pursuits. All photos are by Averil Hall.
Poundmaker band is going fishing in the traditional way

Poundmaker band is going fishing in the traditional way

Courtesy of the Cut Knife Courier Most often, when we think about going fishing, we think of a nice relaxing time to sit in a boat or on the shore of a waterway. Maybe we’ll catch a fish, maybe not.
Residents advised to reduce risk of West Nile virus

Residents advised to reduce risk of West Nile virus

The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, as the risk of West Nile virus increases in Saskatchewan.
Opinion - Single-use plastic ban won’t solve waste problem

Opinion - Single-use plastic ban won’t solve waste problem

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently proposed a federal ban on certain single-use plastics, in an effort to protect marine life and the beauty of Canadian shores. But the proposal fails to get to the root of the problem.
Jupiter dominates the southern sky

Jupiter dominates the southern sky

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Transit in dire need of a new bus

Transit in dire need of a new bus

North Battleford Transit is in dire need of a bus. In part, they need one to service a Handi-Bus run that could potentially bring in revenue. More to the point, they are running short of buses, period.
Roundup of North Stars offseason news

Roundup of North Stars offseason news

Here is a roundup of news items concerning the Battlefords North Stars and the SJHL. The North Stars have released their unofficial 2019-2020 regular season schedule. The club has their home opener Sept.
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