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NDP say vaccine clinics at Rider games a must-have measure

NDP say vaccine clinics at Rider games a must-have measure

The Sask NDP are seeking a more aggressive vaccination plan from the provincial government moving forward, including clinics at Roughrider games.
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Ball teams batting for provincial titles

Ball teams batting for provincial titles

It’s the long weekend coming up, folks. Remember to slow down and enjoy the scenery, conversation with who you are travelling with along with patience for extra traffic on the road. Arrive alive.
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Lawyer seeks to have evidence from RCMP search warrant tossed out of court

Lawyer seeks to have evidence from RCMP search warrant tossed out of court

A lawyer for a man charged with a series of ATM robberies is seeking to have the evidence thrown out of court.
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Three-car collision occurs near Maymont

Three-car collision occurs near Maymont

On July 26, at approximately 2 p.m.
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‘I’m excited to sell happiness’: Dale Whiteside

‘I’m excited to sell happiness’: Dale Whiteside

An established downtown North Battleford business has been approved to sell cannabis after the province granted them a license.
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July 27 COVID-19 update: Change of cause removes one death from total, now 578

July 27 COVID-19 update: Change of cause removes one death from total, now 578

Vaccines Reported An additional 1,933 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been given in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 1,390,263.
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Hay field fire sparks neighbourly response

Hay field fire sparks neighbourly response

Baljennie News
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Sewer upgrades given green light to North Battleford’s future expansion

Sewer upgrades given green light to North Battleford’s future expansion

$16.1 million dollar project is funded in part by the federal and provincial governments
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Museum rally draws 32 riders

Museum rally draws 32 riders

The Wilkie Museum poker rally held July 25 drew 32 riders, who rode a round-trip route spanning Wilkie, Biggar, Battleford and Unity. Winning riders were determined by total points.
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Fun, games, food and more at Fred Light Aug. 6

Fun, games, food and more at Fred Light Aug. 6

Fred Light Museum is hosting a Family Fun Day Friday, Aug. 6 from 1 to 7 p.m. that will feature demonstrations, entertainment, food and games. Volunteers will be demonstrating rope making, blacksmithing and lathe turning.
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