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Battlefords Pride Week features family event activity

Pride Parade scheduled for Sunday.

Jul 29, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Crime Stoppers: Battlefords RCMP looking for drug store thieves

If your tip leads to an arrest or charge, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.

Jul 29, 2023 10:26 AM Read more >

A historical adventure: From Battleford to Fort Pitt

Discover Saskatchewan's past with the History and Folklore Association.

Jul 29, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Hanbidge on Horticulture: Fight climate change with trees

Trees and the Environment – Part II.

Jul 29, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Stockpiled railway ties concern Denholm residents

Residents are concerned about a fire hazard and the safety of children.

Jul 28, 2023 8:00 PM Read more >

Photos: Library scene of Battlefords Pride Week reading and magic

Drag Royalty Story Hour and Magic Show.

Jul 28, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Lloydminster man sentenced to 5.5 years for 2020 armed car jacking

Jesse Heathen was given 1,617 days enhanced credit for the 1,078 days he served while waiting for trial. This means he has 392 days left to serve of his 5.5-year sentence.

Jul 28, 2023 3:26 PM Read more >

Shelly Palmer - AI Chatbots' Safety Measures: Vulnerable and Unpredictable

The research exposes the potential for chatbots to generate harmful, biased, and false information.

Jul 28, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Photos: Drag Show part of Battlefords Pride Week

Battlefords Pride Week event.

Jul 28, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Battlefords RCMP and city challenge accuracy of 'Crime Town' label

To call North Battleford the ‘crime capital of Canada’ or ‘Crime Town,’ is a short-sighted and oversimplified dismissal of what are much deeper societal issues impacting much of Saskatchewan: City of North Battleford.

Jul 28, 2023 9:33 AM Read more >

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