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Veit case to return June 19

Veit case to return June 19

The case against Wesley Veit, charged with first degree murder in the March 28 death of his wife Heidi Veit outside of Wilkie, will return to court June 19.
RCMP looking for missing man

RCMP looking for missing man

The Battlefords RCMP is seeking the public's assistance in locating 60-year-old Randal Hargreaves, who was las seen by family and friends in North Battleford. Hargreaves is described a 5'11" and 200 lbs., with short grey hair and brown eyes.
TKATCHUK

TKATCHUK

It is with great sadness that Donnie & Myron announce the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother & great grandmother, Muriel Tkatchuk on Thursday, April 27, 2017. Muriel's father Petro Kotyk settled on a farm in the Whitkow area.
Battlefords and area issues prominent at legislature

Battlefords and area issues prominent at legislature

Monday, May 1 saw a heavy focus in the legislature on issues of importance to the Battlefords and area.
Discovery Co-op 2017 return to members is $1.43 million

Discovery Co-op 2017 return to members is $1.43 million

Despite a challenging local economy in 2016, it was another strong year for Discovery Co-op.
Youth Rising against interpersonal violence in music video

Youth Rising against interpersonal violence in music video

A number of Grade 5 and 6 students from the Battlefords were using the power of music and dance to take a stand against interpersonal violence on May 2.

Missing person update: individual located

Royce Vizina has been located. Maidstone RCMP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance in this matter.
RCMP reminds people to lock car doors after car thefts

RCMP reminds people to lock car doors after car thefts

Battlefords RCMP responded to 164 calls for service over the time period May 5, 6 a.m., to May 8, 6 a.m., including the following: May 5 7:31 a.m. - Report of theft of a truck from the Fyfe Ave.
Football Saskatchewan camp held in North Battleford

Football Saskatchewan camp held in North Battleford

During the course of a football season, it can be tough for Football Saskatchewan to see every player in the province to help to determine who will be part of the teams that play at national events.
Cave competing for Calder Cup

Cave competing for Calder Cup

Colby Cave is determined to make sure that his sophomore campaign with the American Hockey League’s Providence Bruins lasts as long as possible.
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