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RCMP arrest two in Battleford after vehicle theft

RCMP arrest two in Battleford after vehicle theft

RCMP are reporting a vehicle theft that involved the firing of a weapon and resulting in two arrests. Shortly after 7 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, Battlefords RCMP were notified of a reported robbery on the Mosquito First Nation.
Rifle stolen in house break-in

Rifle stolen in house break-in

RCMP are reporting there has been a break and enter and theft of a firearm in a rural area near Wilkie. On Friday, Jan. 5, at around 11 p.m.
Silvernagle advances to provincial Scotties final

Silvernagle advances to provincial Scotties final

For the second straight year, Robyn Silvernagle will be playing for a chance to represent Saskatchewan at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts.
Tax changes applauded by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce

Tax changes applauded by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce

The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce approves of tax change decisions made by the provincial government. In a recent release, the chamber said, on Dec.
Scott Moe campaign in the home stretch

Scott Moe campaign in the home stretch

It is the home stretch of the Saskatchewan Party leadership race, and Scott Moe is still working to secure every last vote he can find.
RCMP reports firearms incidents in the past few days

RCMP reports firearms incidents in the past few days

Late Friday, Jan. 5, the RCMP issued a 460-word press release pertaining to recent firearms incidents. Early on the morning of Thursday, Jan.
Rongve Gabruch Schell Weikle Wealth Management added to games sponsors

Rongve Gabruch Schell Weikle Wealth Management added to games sponsors

A Saskatchewan Winter Games commitment is coming from Rongve Gabruch Schell Weikle Wealth Management. The firm has signed on as a $25,000 sponsor for the games.
Not enough snow for ski trails

Not enough snow for ski trails

We may be into January, but the city of North Battleford is reporting they haven’t received enough snow for grooming decent ski trails yet.
Jan. 3 sees 2018's first baby born in the Battlefords

Jan. 3 sees 2018's first baby born in the Battlefords

The first baby in the Battlefords arrived on the morning of Jan. 3 to Larry and Kelly Halstead of Battleford. The baby boy is named William David Charles Halstead. The names have a few layers of meaning.
Not just spoiled brats, but spoiled grandparents as well!

Not just spoiled brats, but spoiled grandparents as well!

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