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Transformer malfunction draws attention

North Battleford Fire Department, the RCMP, WPD Ambulance and SaskPower all responded to a report Friday evening of an electrical supply equipment malfunction. Upon arrival at 1651-107th St., responders found a transformer was arcing.

Regina bypass will improve safety and prove viability of P3 model

Dear Editor The Regina bypass project, the largest Public?Private Partnership (P3) project in Saskatchewan's history, will make an enormous difference to the safety of the residents in and around White City, as well as commuters who work in the area
Sharks name new board of directors at annual general meeting

Sharks name new board of directors at annual general meeting

The Battlefords AAA Sharks named a new board of directors at their annual general meeting Tuesday evening at North Battleford Comprehensive High School. Sherry Fraser was named as the board's chairperson. Kathy Harper was elected secretary.
No gun shots in incident last week.

No gun shots in incident last week.

North Battleford RCMP say there is no evidence a firearm was used last week in connection to damage to a vehicle. Police say they responded to a call May 15 after 9 p.m.
Body discovered in river

Body discovered in river

Canoeists came across a body in the North Saskatchewan River about 10 kilometres north of the Paynton Ferry crossing Thursday. Maidstone RCMP responded to the call about the discovery at about 2:10 p.m.
Cox looks back, and forward

Cox looks back, and forward

The spring sitting of the legislature is over, but Herb Cox has made clear he is interested in participating in many more sessions to come.
Reaction swift to NB guilty plea to water noncompliance

Reaction swift to NB guilty plea to water noncompliance

Reaction has come in on the news that the City of North Battleford was fined $4,900 after pleading guilty to failing to operate their waterworks in accordance to its permit to operate, contrary to s.
Dirt bike reported stolen

Dirt bike reported stolen

North Battleford RCMP responded to more than 24 calls for service/occurrences between 6 a.m. Thursday, May 22 and 6 a.m. Friday, May 23. Thursday 7:45 a.m. - 911 call to a residence on 107th Street, report of an argument/fighting going on.
Fineday returns to court June 12 in shooting case

Fineday returns to court June 12 in shooting case

One of two accused in last year's Sept. 1 shooting incident in North Battleford will return to court June 12, possibly for a resolution of the case. Justin Fineday appeared in provincial court Thursday before Judge Lloyd Deshaye.
Nitty Gritty times ahead for country fans

Nitty Gritty times ahead for country fans

The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is headlining the 6th annual Summer Bash hosted by the Paradise Hill Community Centre Aug. 9. Nitty Gritty will play at the Paradise Hill Arena as part of their Will The Circle Be Unbroken North American tour.
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