Battlefords News-Optimist

Man facing weapons, drug-related charges, headed to trial in Saskatoon court

Victor Bairos was charged by Saskatoon RCMP Crime Reduction Team and Humboldt RCMP in two separate incidents

Jan 15, 2022 7:12 AM Read more >

Judge rules enough evidence for Sheena Billette’s accused killers to stand trial

The trial will be held at Court of Queen's Bench in Prince Albert

Jan 14, 2022 5:11 PM Read more >

Two men accused of holding a woman hostage in basement 4 days remain in custody

The Saskatoon Police Tactical Unit, Guns & Gang Unit, and Canine Unit helped Saskatoon Police arrest Jesse House and Jarrod McKay

Jan 14, 2022 4:00 PM Read more >

Eli Ahlquist named new CEO for North West College

New CEO has over 14 years of experience leading post-secondary institutions

Jan 14, 2022 1:47 PM Read more >

Possible homeless shelter for 104th Street location in North Battleford

BATC proposal would be for a facility at 971- 104th St.

Jan 14, 2022 1:24 PM Read more >

Pierceland RCMP say suspect actively evading arrest

Clifford Dennis Crookedneck is believed to be in the area of Island Lake First Nation, Loon Lake or North Battleford

Jan 14, 2022 1:21 PM Read more >

New collective bargaining agreement with North Battleford’s CSOs

Deal was announced at council meeting Monday

Jan 14, 2022 11:06 AM Read more >

It was a 'torture chamber,' says judge in Lloydminster court

The existence of the torture chamber unfolded when Rick Thorne escaped

Jan 14, 2022 10:49 AM Read more >

Directors set to fill spots on Battlefords Chamber board

No election was needed to fill the spots available on the 2022 board

Jan 14, 2022 9:55 AM Read more >

Update: RCMP arrest youth in Air Ronge murder case

RCMP cannot name the teen or provide further details including age as it could identify him

Jan 13, 2022 4:28 PM Read more >