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UPAR schedule announced

The city of North Battleford has announced its schedule of capital construction projects for 2017.
Northeast locals Donald and Chorney drafted into the WHL

Northeast locals Donald and Chorney drafted into the WHL

As a 14-year-old hockey player there is not much greater dream than being drafted to the Western Hockey League and for two local players that dream became a reality.
Good relations touted in joint Mayors' address

Good relations touted in joint Mayors' address

Good working relationships were something both mayors of the Battlefords touted during the joint State of the City/Town address.
Cab rule changes haven’t resulted in later hours

Cab rule changes haven’t resulted in later hours

An effort by Melfort’s city council to improve late night cab service has had no effect so far. The city changed the rules to allow cab companies to charge $18 for any ride – an increase of $7 – from the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Bolen and Holden open up for annual open studio weekend

Bolen and Holden open up for annual open studio weekend

They are off the beaten track but well worth the trip. And for another year, Mel Bolen and Karen Holden opened up their North Star Gallery to the public for a weekend showing of their artwork May 13 to 14.
First Nations reality shines in photographer’s Point of View photo

First Nations reality shines in photographer’s Point of View photo

It was a journey of self-discovery and now Humboldt photographer Melanie Gray has the opportunity to share it across the country.
TheatreFest embraced by the Battlefords

TheatreFest embraced by the Battlefords

There was no shortage of people attending TheatreFest 2017 at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts in North Battleford. The only shortage was in empty seats, because most were filled all week for the performances April 24 to 29.
Tisdale’s Bee Hive Hotel robbed

Tisdale’s Bee Hive Hotel robbed

A man carrying a knife entered the Bee Hive Hotel and demanded cash. The Tisdale RCMP responded to the robbery at approximately 9:40 a.m. May 16, 2017.
Fort opens May 22

Fort opens May 22

Musical Ride June 3 and 4
Provincial parks open May long weekend

Provincial parks open May long weekend

Saskatchewan Provincial Parks officially open for the season on Thursday, May 18. Provincial parks continue to be among Saskatchewan’s most popular vacation destinations.
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