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A group of ambitious volunteers from the small town of Nanton, Alta., are collecting pieces of a downed bomber off the coast of Sweden and bringing them back to Canada, where they plan to reconstruct the entire aircraft! http://elinorflorence.

Forward Jared Blaquiere and defenceman Zach Nedelec have a chance to write a spectacular ending to their junior hockey careers.

Canadian content rock radio staples Big Wreck are kicking off their tour at the end of January in British Columbia before making their way to the Gold Eagle Casino for a show Feb. 10.

Battleford RCMP responded to over 40 calls for service, between 6 am Tuesday Jan. 17 and 6 am Wednesday, Jan. 18. It includes the following: Tuesday, Jan.

The Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling event in North Battleford proved to be a major effort, not only for organizers and volunteers but also for those setting up the arena.

Operation Red Nose wrapped up its 2016 campaign Tuesday with the presentation of a $13,500 cheque to KidSport. The cheque was presented to David Schell of KidSport by Bill Bowman of Operation Red Nose and the North Battleford Lions Club.

Dear Editor As it now stands, we need oil, gas and pipelines. But, as the Husky Energy North Saskatchewan River oil spill has clearly illustrated, it must be done right and if it isn't, it's a disaster.

People are being encouraged to take a look at the root causes of poor health and consider the numerous ways to improve health in the community and neighbourhoods.

Dear Editor As it now stands, we need oil, gas and pipelines. But, as the Husky Energy North Saskatchewan River oil spill has clearly illustrated, it must be done right and if it isn't, it's a disaster.