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Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra Paying homage to one of the most widely-known musicians of all time, the Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra is a nine-piece ensemble who will be performing beloved hits such as Georgia On My Mind, Hit the Road Jack, and Let t

The president and CEO of North West College was at the Battlefords Rotary Club Monday to familiarize members about the activities of the educational institution.

Unity RCMP report that over the past several months, reports of property crimes in Unity, Macklin, Wilkie and the surrounding areas have increased.

Charges have been laid after a crash between a semi tractor hauling grain and a half-ton truck just after 10 p.m. Monday in Macklin. Unity RCMP say the driver of the half-ton has been charged for failing to stop at a stop sign.

Battlefords RCMP investigated approximately 50 occurrences from 6 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 to 6 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14 including the following: Nov. 13, 2016 6:43 a.m.

The Battlefords had a small part to play in the Conservative leadership debate Wednesday night.

The November meeting of the Rivers’ Edge Quilt Guild featured a spectacular display of pillowcases to be donated to Interval house and placemats to be donated to meals on wheels.

SASKATOON — A dozen Conservative candidates took the stage Wednesday night in Saskatoon for the first of five leadership debates.

Premier Brad Wall had a cautious reaction to last Tuesday’s election results with Donald Trump poised to become president of the United States.

The prairies are a unique place. The plants that are indigenous to the prairie region are also unique. They have played a special role in the history of this region.