Local News

The City of North Battleford task force struck to deal with the Maple Leaf Foods plant closure plans to meet again in the coming months.

Drug charges have been laid against two North Battleford residents following a search of a 103rd Street residence.

It's time to say good-bye, not with sadness, but with joy. A "Farewell Tribute to Sutherland Theatre" concert is being planned for January 22 as a way to celebrate the theatre that has been such a large part of the community for the past 40 years.

City bylaw enforcement officials are once again urging local residents to be aware of coyotes, after it has been confirmed a coyote killed by bylaw enforcement personnel had indeed suffered from canine distemper.

Humboldt's population is up from last year, according to numbers from the Ministry of Health.

Mayor Ian Hamilton cited several areas of progress in North Battleford as he welcomed in 2012 at city council Monday. Hamilton began the meeting with brief remarks to welcome the New Year.

The Blaine Lake Community Association (BLCA) hosted its annual Wayne Horner open spiel Jan. 8 with six rinks registered. The funspiel is held annually in memory of Wayne Horner, who was instrumental in establishing the BLCA.

Drink up, the water's fine. As per Saskatchewan Environmental requirements, the Town of Battleford has released its annual notice to consumers concerning drinking water quality and compliance.

Prairie North Health Region and North Saskatchewan River Health Holdings are working together to facilitate the immigration and physician assessment process for two physicians for Health Holdings clinics.

The Western Development Museum in North Battleford is looking for a host of volunteers in 2012.