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The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of a high level of community transmission of COVID-19 in North Battleford and area, and is strongly urging Saskatchewan residents to strictly adhere to all public health orders and measur

The mother of homicide victim Preston Thomas made a rose to honour her son and said she plans to take the rose with her to every court appearance of the man charged with his murder.

With hunting season winding down, hunters are reminded to get their animals tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD). Eighty-four cases of CWD have already been identified in the province this year.

A local area man active in the arts and cultural communities has been honoured with the Saskatchewan Multicultural Leadership Award. Floyd Favel has been announced as the winner of the Saskatchewan Multicultural Leadership Award on Nov. 21.

A couple accused of assaulting and robbing a man in Meadow Lake were scheduled to enter pleas on Nov. 23 but the matters were adjourned in Meadow Lake Provincial Court.

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Two people arrested by the RCMP Gang Task had more court appearances but the matters were adjourned.

A 24-year-old Asquith man was charged with child porn offences and voyeurism. Elmir Drincic was arrested Nov.

With the announcement of provincial restrictions that take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Nov. 27, curling at Twin Rivers Curling Club is on pause to Dec. 17. According to their Facebook page, includes club/league play and all competitions.

There is uncertainty over whether the Capitol Annex can stay open following the recent announcement by the province of new restrictions. The provincial health restrictions announced Wednesday, which take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday Nov.