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Prime Minister Trudeau in Regina Thursday

Plans are for PM Justin Trudeau to highlight grocery rebate, budget measures in visit to Saskatchewan.

Apr 13, 2023 9:47 AM Read more >

Hearing will determine if man accused of killing mom stands trial

Beatrice Geering's body was found in their family home June 22, 2022.

Apr 13, 2023 9:13 AM Read more >

Battleford town council to purchase new sander for $32,000

The motion to approve the purchase of a slide-out V-box Sander for $32,838.80, was passed at the council's April 10 meeting.

Apr 13, 2023 8:09 AM Read more >

Trial wraps up for youth charged in Ryan Gatzke murder

Apr 12, 2023 5:03 PM Read more >

Regina council enthused about potential World Juniors bid

Executive Committee votes in favor of bid to co-host 2025 World Junior Hockey Championship; will go to council for approval on April 26.

Apr 12, 2023 2:33 PM Read more >

New and departing CSOs recognized by North Battleford council

Changes noted in composition CSOs this past year, including new unit commander Jerry Koliniak and departure of Officer Barry Adams.

Apr 12, 2023 9:39 AM Read more >

Rivers West volunteers singled out for awards

Individuals, groups, organizations and a facility recognized.

Apr 12, 2023 8:55 AM Read more >

No bail for man caught hiding from police under mattress

Ethan Night was wanted by police on four separate warrants

Apr 11, 2023 4:24 PM Read more >

Big North Battleford plans for upcoming events in 2023

NB Director of Parks and Recreation Cheryl DeNeire outlines plans for Canada Day, return of Community BBQs

Apr 11, 2023 2:24 PM Read more >

Joint statement from Moe, Smith, Stefanson on Feds’ remarks

Premiers of Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba call for retract of remarks by Justice Minister David Lametti that he would look at rescinding 1930 Natural Resources Transfer Agreements.

Apr 11, 2023 1:32 PM Read more >

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