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Green Party candidates for Meadow Lake, Battlefords announced

Candice Turner has put her name in to run as the candidate for the Meadow Lake riding, while Sara Paitrofsky will be running as the candidate for the Battlefords.

Oct 22, 2024 8:59 AM Read more >

Woman facing charge connected to Jeremy Ernest death sentenced

Durocher was sentenced to 540 days in prison.

Oct 21, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Emergency shelter’s 10th year marks progress toward anti-racism

Miwasin Kikinaw houses 15 people daily.

Oct 21, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Garden Chat: Fall webworm in your trees

Pest targets deciduous trees.

Oct 20, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Grow Your Own Future: Pumpkins for the Prairies

Pumpkins are native to Central America and Mexico.

Oct 19, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Trial wraps up for accused in death of Jason Chartier

Young is facing charges of second-degree murder in the death of Jason Chartier in 2018 in Buffalo Narrows.

Oct 18, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Mayfair and District News: Community calendar launched

Hepburn hosts trail ride Oct. 26.

Oct 18, 2024 2:15 PM Read more >

NB citizen shares health care struggles

“The emergency room is overcrowded, uncomfortable and not suitable for people in severe pain." - Amanda Singh

Oct 18, 2024 9:30 AM Read more >

Battlefords residents go twice to voting polls in 2024

Here’s what you need to know.