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RCMP report for Battleford shows overall increase in calls in latest report

RCMP report for Battleford shows overall increase in calls in latest report

From July to Sept. 2024, the RCMP received a total of 301 calls for service, up by nine per cent from 275 calls for the same period in 2024.
Mayor Hawtin reflects on past year, looks forward to plans ahead

Mayor Hawtin reflects on past year, looks forward to plans ahead

Highlight: The city successfully advocated for the elimination of ranking communities by Crime Severity Index weights.
Keeping kids safe – CSOs receive SGI grant to provide car seats

Keeping kids safe – CSOs receive SGI grant to provide car seats

Funding was awarded in December 2024 for the CSOs to order 60 new car seats/booster seats.
Maidstone and District News: Minor Hockey Day coming up Jan. 18

Maidstone and District News: Minor Hockey Day coming up Jan. 18

Free family skating at Maidstone Ice Arena Jan. 12 and Jan. 25.
Borden and District News: Borden Bridge Roadhouse opens in hotel

Borden and District News: Borden Bridge Roadhouse opens in hotel

New owners are Brian Donnelly and Daphne Stumborg.
Two accused in Lyle Night Jr. death make first court appearance

Two accused in Lyle Night Jr. death make first court appearance

Brody Runningaround, 20, and Malyka Nahbexie, 23, are each charged with first-degree murder.
Meota Grand Slam of Curling: Week 3 kicks off with Burger Night

Meota Grand Slam of Curling: Week 3 kicks off with Burger Night

Weber rink scores convincing 12-1 win over Cadrin foursome.
Meota and District News: Hobby becomes a community service

Meota and District News: Hobby becomes a community service

Local newsletter highlights happenings and services.
Let art take your mind off the cold

Let art take your mind off the cold

Warm up your creativity at North Battleford’s galleries.
Festival Fanfare: Entry deadline for 2025 festival is Jan. 25

Festival Fanfare: Entry deadline for 2025 festival is Jan. 25

Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival is scheduled to run from March 17 to 29.
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