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Crop report: Farmers determining if any fields need to be written off

Crop report: Farmers determining if any fields need to be written off

Rain would be welcomed by many farmers, especially in dryer areas to help recharge the groundwater.
Battleford man charged with voyeurism

Battleford man charged with voyeurism

A Battleford has been charged with voyeurism after a photo was found during an unrelated, previous investigation.
La Loche RCMP investigating fatal rollover

La Loche RCMP investigating fatal rollover

Woman declared deceased at the scene of a rollover.
Ball teams in the medals at provincial events

Ball teams in the medals at provincial events

Unity News: Silver for U12 and bronze for U16 girls’ teams
Trial set in Lloydminster court for man accused of violent home invasion

Trial set in Lloydminster court for man accused of violent home invasion

Riley Baptiste is headed to trial in February 2022. He is charged with numerous weapons offences in connection to a violent home invasion on Onion Lake Cree Nation in January 2021.
Be on the lookout for suspicious vehicles

Be on the lookout for suspicious vehicles

Rural residents of Britannia RM are asked to be on the lookout for a brown Honda CRV and a burgundy Pontiac Montana van. RCMP from nearby detachments are currently looking for these vehicles.
Pierceland RCMP investigating attempted sexual assault

Pierceland RCMP investigating attempted sexual assault

On Aug. 3, Pierceland RCMP were dispatched to the site of an attempted sexual assault near the gate of Meadow Lake Provincial Park.
Even those who have ‘done horrendous things’ can be rehabilitated, says expert

Even those who have ‘done horrendous things’ can be rehabilitated, says expert

“Not very many people are irretrievable,” says at-risk youth worker.
Letter: BATC clinic a positive experience

Letter: BATC clinic a positive experience

Letter: Tribal council operates efficient, professional experience
Friends reunited after long pandemic drought

Friends reunited after long pandemic drought

Action Now Seniors enjoy a summer reunion.
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