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Crown drops some charges against woman accused of driving after hitting semi

Crown drops some charges against woman accused of driving after hitting semi

Shayla McDonald was charged after allegedly hitting a semi after attempting to pass another vehicle on the shoulder of Highway 4 and then drove with the roof ripped off
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North Battleford businesses impacted by rain event

North Battleford businesses impacted by rain event

Walmart, OK Tire both affected by one-in-100-year rainfall Monday evening.
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Man accused of holding girl at remote cabin pleads guilty in other incident

Man accused of holding girl at remote cabin pleads guilty in other incident

Aaron Gardiner was arrested in a high-risk takedown by RCMP tactical officers who were flown in two CH-146 Griffon helicopters to an isolated northern Sask. cabin to rescue a girl. He pleaded guilty to assault against a second victim.
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Heavy rain causes localized flooding in N.B. Who do you call?

Heavy rain causes localized flooding in N.B. Who do you call?

North Battleford experienced a one-in-100-year rainstorm over six hours.
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Federal government to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates: sources

Federal government to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates: sources

Announcement expected Tuesday afternoon.
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Father’s Day meals offered up at Meeting Lake

Father’s Day meals offered up at Meeting Lake

Mayfair News: Lakebrary provides reading for lake residents.
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P.A. Police safety officers provide support to patrol officers

P.A. Police safety officers provide support to patrol officers

Prince Albert Police Community Safety Officers are helping patrol members respond to collisions, mischief and shoplifting calls.
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Opinion: Policy-makers need to focus on Canada's commodity strengths

Opinion: Policy-makers need to focus on Canada's commodity strengths

And stop undermining our role as a trusted resource supplier.
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Rainfall warnings in place, now extends to the Battlefords

Rainfall warnings in place, now extends to the Battlefords

Latest from Environment Canada
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Crime Stoppers: Gas thieves dash from Blaine Lake in red Dodge Ram

Crime Stoppers: Gas thieves dash from Blaine Lake in red Dodge Ram

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