Northern Saskatchewan Local News

North East School Division testing Grade 4 and 5 reading ability after drop in Grade 3 results

The gap may be attributed at least in part to the disruptions to schooling and shifts to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, division officials said.

Nov 25, 2021 4:31 PM Read more >

Ryan Meili brings rural health care tour to Battlefords

NDP leader Ryan Meili and health critic Vicki Mowat got feedback on health care in Biggar, Wilkie and the Battleford

Nov 25, 2021 3:58 PM Read more >

Judge recuses herself from sentencing king of Westside Outlaws on mischief charge

Judge tells Stonechild he needs 'a judge with fresh eyes' for his sentencing

Nov 25, 2021 1:53 PM Read more >

Battleford launching a welcoming and inclusive communities survey

Survey is one of a number of items dealt with at Monday night’s Battleford town council meeting

Nov 25, 2021 1:15 PM Read more >

Nipawin spending $53,600 on new fire gear, still searching for chief

The position of fire chief for the Town of Nipawin has been vacant since earlier this summer when David Balding left the role.

Nov 25, 2021 1:08 PM Read more >

Sask. extends COVID-19 public health orders through holiday season

Public health orders in Saskatchewan have been extended until the end of January, to create safe spaces over the holiday season.

Nov 25, 2021 12:11 PM Read more >

Battlefords Chamber news: more rapid antigen tests have arrived

Other news: Battlefords-sponsored policy passed at national level, and call for nominations for board elections

Nov 25, 2021 11:14 AM Read more >

Horizon School Division hamper project aiming for largest number of participants yet

Horizon’s board of education will match all cash donations up to $5,000, and tax receipts will be issued.

Nov 24, 2021 4:35 PM Read more >

Humboldt SPCA warning pet owners to use straw outdoors, not blankets

The Humboldt SPCA has been active, with the Humboldt Broncos helping with winterization and a fundraiser with Discovery Ford.

Nov 24, 2021 3:53 PM Read more >

Case against Wilkie man to return to provincial court Nov. 30

Darryll Sollosy faces assault with a weapon and several weapons charges

Nov 24, 2021 3:02 PM Read more >