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2019 budget deliberations are ongoing in the City of North Battleford, and explanations for the proposed tax increases are coming to light. Two important changes in the 2018 budget compared to the 2019 budget are land sales and investment revenue.

Police testimony dominates the third day of the coroner’s inquest into the death of Brydon Whitstone in Battleford. The indication from Coroner’s counsel Tim Hawryluk on Tuesday was that six witnesses would be called, all RCMP officers.

The third day of the coroner’s inquest into the death of Brydon Whitstone is under way, and it is expected to be a long one. The indication from Coroner’s counsel Tim Hawryluk on Tuesday was that six witnesses would be called, all RCMP officers.

The coroner’s inquest into the death of Brydon Whitstone heard testimony Tuesday afternoon from the passenger in the vehicle Whitstone was driving on Oct. 21.

Residents who want to get a licence to drive a semi truck will now have to go through more training.

Residents who want to get a licence to drive a semi truck will now have to go through more training.

The City of North Battleford is letting the public know there is a controlled burn at the Waste Management Facility today that will continue for the next couple of days. It is the new wood pile that is being burned. Photo submitted

Begins with focus on collision scene

A Humboldt thrift store gave away $320,000 towards local non-profits and charities. The Good Neighbour Store presented cheques to 39 organizations base in Humboldt and the immediate area in a ceremony at the Bella Vista Inn Dec. 3.

Witness says Whitstone sought 'suicide by police'