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Cockrill recounts $30-million investment in highway improvements

The work includes a more than $5.2 million investment in repaving various parts of Highways 4 and 16 at the Battlefords.

Sep 7, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Cockrill says he has "nothing to hide" in response to Conflict of Interest investigation

"I've been open and transparent about my personal financial interests ever since I was elected in 2020."

Sep 7, 2024 10:17 AM Read more >

Theatre production sheds light on adults with ADHD

Coming to the Battlefords Sept. 18.

Sep 6, 2024 8:30 PM Read more >

Police ask for public's help following break-in, theft at church

Investigation determined the church was rummaged through, and a safe and a sum of cash were stolen.

Sep 6, 2024 4:12 PM Read more >

Pedestrian struck by vehicle in North Battleford

He was assessed by EMS at the scene for minor injuries.

Sep 6, 2024 3:59 PM Read more >

Welcome back, welcome back, welcome back

John Cairns’ News Watch - JC returns to Sask Today and Harvard Media in an expanded role.

Sep 6, 2024 3:05 PM Read more >

NDP pledges healthy school food program

Latest pre-election announcement from NDP leader Carla Beck supports food for students in school

Sep 5, 2024 2:29 PM Read more >

Northwest winter wheat harvest complete

Census Division 16 – Blaine Lake, Canwood, North Battleford, Radisson and Spiritwood areas; Census Division 17 – Glaslyn, Maidstone, Meadow Lake, Pierceland and St. Walburg areas.

Sep 5, 2024 1:39 PM Read more >

Province provides funding boost to Regina Street Team

Government of Saskatchewan commits $205,000 this year to Regina Street Team to expand their street outreach services.

Sep 5, 2024 1:37 PM Read more >

Provincial leaders react after Singh junks deal with Liberals

News that the federal NDP is pulling its supply and confidence agreement to keep the Trudeau government in power gets varied response from Saskatchewan politicians.

Sep 5, 2024 7:52 AM Read more >

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