Local News

Submitted Three birds were found by Matrix Solutions (hired by Husky) Saturday around 2:30 p.m. and taken to a volunteer for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Services of Saskatchewan by the Ministry of the Environment.

North Battleford, Prince Albert – A 16-inch pipeline on the Husky gathering system for northwest Saskatchewan leaked Wednesday, July 20, spilling approximately 200 to 250 cubic metres (1,258 to 1,572 barrels) of heavy oil and diluent.

The burrowing owl is reaching an important stage in its life cycle – the juveniles are now starting to leave the shelter of the burrow, and forage for themselves.

June’s province-wide traffic safety spotlight saw law enforcement issue 74 tickets to new drivers and new motorcycle riders not following the restrictions outlined on their learner or novice licence, including: • 51 tickets for driving as a learner w

Wilkie singer Bob Leslie was recently named Full-time Male Vocalist as well as Evangelist of the Year and Mentor of the Year at the Country Gospel Music Association national Canadian competition in Drayton Valley, Alta.

“Young Loggerhead Shrikes (aka butcher birds) are out near their nests learning to perfect their hunting and impaling skills,” says Ashley Fortney, Habitat Stewardship co-ordinator with Nature Saskatchewan.

Insp. John Sutherland of the Battlefords RCMP, reporting to Battleford town council members Monday, said there is a rising trend in crime statistics, some of which is no doubt due to the warm weather.

North Battleford city council approved the plan to rehabilitate the old fountain area of Central Park this week.

Building permits statistics for the month of June in North Battleford indicate construction value is down from last year, however there are a few large permits expected yet this year. The total construction value for June was approximately $2.

UPDATE July 25: The City of North Battleford says thanks to the water conservation efforts of local businesses and residents, Water Treatment Plant 1 can keep up with the current water demand of the city.