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Sunday was Family Day at the Festival of Trees in the Battlefords

The annual Festival of Trees raises funds for BUH.

Nov 26, 2023 2:36 PM Read more >

Opinion: Why are conspiracy theories so popular?

Sorting fact from fiction in conspiracy theories.

Nov 25, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: True diversity requires a healthy dose of humility

Who would have believed I would receive a lesson on diversity from a Satanist?

Nov 25, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >

Battlefords RCMP search for wanted man Harry Bekkattla

If you see Harry Bekkattla, do not approach him and immediately call 911

Nov 25, 2023 4:01 PM Read more >

USask teams up with Lakeland College to offer BSN in Lloydminster

New door opens for nursing students.

Nov 25, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Tom Kroczynski wins The Battlefords NDP nomination

The Battleford's own Tom Kroczynski says he's ready to fight for the Sask. education system in the 2024 provincial election under the NDP banner

Nov 25, 2023 2:10 PM Read more >

Bison bull killed, mutilated near Glaslyn

Carcass left in R.M. Medstead.

Nov 25, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Major drug trafficking operation dismantled in Battlefords: Update

The drug trafficking investigation started in August 2022 and involved police forces from Edmonton and Strathcona, Alta., Saskatoon, and the Battlefords.

Nov 25, 2023 7:31 AM Read more >

RCMP WEST arrests Kelly McDonald who was wanted for violent assault

He was arrested on the Mosquito, Grizzly Bear’s Head, Lean Man First Nation with help from Battlefords RCMP.

Nov 24, 2023 10:20 AM Read more >

From artist to artist: not your typical heavy metal music

Musical artist Jeffrey Straker receives special gift from blacksmith artist Jim Gerlinsky of Wilkie.

Nov 24, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

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