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Update: Missing person located by Battlefords RCMP

The RCMP thanks the media and the public for their assistance in this matter.

Jan 2, 2025 3:22 PM Read more >

Movies in 2024: Lessons from a turbulent year at the box office

2025's offerings for moviegoers include at least 110 films projected to open on over 2,000 screens according to the National Association of Theatre Owners.

Jan 1, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

North Battleford's first female mayor tops news stories of 2024

It was a busy year in the Battlefords for news in 2024.

Dec 31, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Deck the Halls for New Year’s Eve

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Dec 31, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Saskatchewan Skies: Venus's southern side observable until 2039

The Quadrantid meteors peak on Jan. 3 at 15:00 UT (9 a.m. CST).

Dec 30, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: The Disability Tax Credit is a barrier to the Canada Disability Benefit

The CDB was envisioned as a tool to uplift and empower individuals, but it cannot fulfill this promise if access is restricted by the DTC.

Dec 29, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >

Shelly Palmer: The Top 10 Stories of 2024

Let’s commit to being architects of a better tomorrow, where innovation fuels progress, creativity, and human connection.

Dec 29, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Garden Chat: Bert Porter, lily breeder par excellence

Over 50 years, Porter bred, selected and introduced many plant varieties.

Dec 29, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Freezing rain warning issued for west central

Check with the Highway Hotline for local road conditions.

Dec 27, 2024 9:59 AM Read more >

Borden and District News: Old Fashioned Christmas Concert hosted

Christmas service at the Borden Care Home Dec. 30.

Dec 27, 2024 9:54 AM Read more >

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