Local News

Battlefords RCMP responded to 77 calls for service from 6 a.m. Friday, Sept. 9 to 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 included the following: Friday, Sept. 9 8:20 a.m. - Report of an intoxicated person. 9:08 a.m. - Report of a lock cut off of a shed. 10:06 a.

Battlefords RCMP responded to 55 calls for service from 6 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8 to 6 a.m. to Friday, Sept. 9, included the following: Thursday, Sept. 8 6:02 a.m.

The race for mayor of North Battleford is suddenly up for grabs. In a major surprise, Mayor Ian Hamilton announced Monday he will not be running for re-election for a third term.

Two youth have escaped from secure custody from the North Battleford Youth Centre. The province issued a news release noting the individuals had escaped Sept. 9, around 6:30pm.

The telltale signs are there. Swaths of ladybugs are congregating around windows and doors looking for somewhere warm to hibernate, the sun is setting at a sensible time, the watering ban is lifted for all of North Battleford.

The 1100 block of of 110th Street will be closed from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Wednesday for a main stop replacement at 1141 110th Street. Meighen Crescent will be closed from Monday, Sept. 12 until Friday, Sept. 16 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

The Gold Eagle Casino can lay claim to producing a big jackpot winner at one of its machines. Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority has announced the Rider Pride Jackpot was won by Jenifer Kryzanowski. Her prize money amounts to $99,913.57.

RICHARD — The Richard Recreation Board would like to thank all those who attended the Richard 100 Homecoming held Aug. 6. The day saw more than 520 people registered with approximately another 100 in attendance.

The City of North Battleford reports SAGE community barbecues were popular during August. According to City numbers released last week more than 300 residents attended last month. SAGE stands for Safety, Acceptance, Guidance, Engagement.

Battlefords RCMP responded to approximately 50 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 and 6 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8. Sept. 7 7:24 a.m.