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Halfway to the goal in the Northwest

Census Division 16 – Blaine Lake, Canwood, North Battleford, Radisson and Spiritwood areas; Census Division 17 – Glaslyn, Maidstone, Meadow Lake, Pierceland and St. Walburg areas.

Sep 12, 2024 12:48 PM Read more >

Golfers enjoy tee-rific summer at Battlefords golf courses

Still time to get in a round before they close for the season.

Sep 12, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Maidstone and District News: Local bowlers hit national lanes

Excel in unfamiliar duckpin genre.

Sep 12, 2024 11:52 AM Read more >

Battlefords host grocery cart races

New toddler category for nine months to six years.

Sep 12, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >

Opinion: LinkedIn isn’t the place to express your job search frustrations

Projecting a positive, solution-focused attitude on LinkedIn works better to attract employers and enhance your job search.

Sep 11, 2024 10:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: Is equality before the law under threat in Canada?

Are recent legal changes in Canada putting equality under the law at risk? Could property rights be in jeopardy?

Sep 11, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >

More pre-election announcements from Sask Party ministers, NDP

Government announcements this week have focused on public safety, health and education while NDP focus is on affordability.

Sep 11, 2024 3:05 PM Read more >

Expanded scope announced for pharmacists in Saskatchewan

Pilot project coming where pharmacists can test and treat for strep throat and ear infections

Sep 11, 2024 12:39 PM Read more >

Suicide prevention initiative expands to NB and PA

$400,000 in funding announced as province recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day.

Sep 11, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: Solidarity key to school cellphone bans

School administrators and parents need to support teachers.

Sep 10, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >