Northern Saskatchewan Local News

Designer birdhouses raise money for heart monitoring equipment

Submitted by BUHF Valentine’s Day is around the corner and love is in the air! Show your special someone how much you care with a JRs Designer Birdhouse from Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation.

Jan 31, 2018 3:45 PM Read more >

First day of testimony at Gerald Stanley trial wraps up

The second day of the Gerald Stanley murder trial has concluded at the Battleford Court House with opening statements and the first testimony in the case.

Jan 31, 2018 12:46 PM Read more >

Schroeder wins Melfort NDP nomination

A LeRoy area organic beef farmer has been selected to represent the New Democrats in the upcoming Melfort byelection. Lorne Schroeder is a compassionate, patient and stubborn man, said his wife Theresa. She told the audience at the Jan.

Jan 31, 2018 12:00 PM Read more >

Jury selected at Gerald Stanley trial

The trial of Gerald Stanley got under way Jan. 29 with selection of a jury at the Alex Dillabough Centre in Battleford.

Jan 31, 2018 11:53 AM Read more >

Accused's son testifies in murder trial

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Jan 31, 2018 10:44 AM Read more >

Tisdale Kinettes ask for community input for skate park

The Tisdale Kinettes are asking for the community's input for the design of the new skate park. At a community engagement meeting held Jan.

Jan 30, 2018 10:05 PM Read more >

First day of testimony wraps up

Gerald Stanley murder trial

Jan 30, 2018 7:58 PM Read more >

Lack of First Nations jurors an issue with Boushie family

Supporters of Colten Boushie, shooting victim, were at the Battleford courthouse Tuesday, including Boushie’s uncle, Alvin Baptiste, who spoke with reporters during the lunch break.

Jan 30, 2018 2:57 PM Read more >

Graham Baptiste case adjourned to March 2

The Graham Baptiste case, in which the 33-year-old was charged with 11 offences, has been adjourned to 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 2.

Jan 30, 2018 2:31 PM Read more >

RCMP to redirect traffic in Battleford ‘as needed’

Courthouse area could become overcrowded

Jan 30, 2018 2:15 PM Read more >