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Town budget wrapped up: no mill rate hike

The budget is finally wrapped up for the Town of Battleford, with council once again bringing in a no-increase-in-taxes budget.

Town of Battleford acquires vintage fire truck

The Fred Light Museum's replica fire hall continues to take shape, with the Town of Battleford taking ownership of a vintage 1946 fire truck as one of its exhibits.

Concern for Youth gets town funding

The Town of Battleford has agreed to provide $7,000 in funding to Concern for Youth in 2011. Town council approved the amount, which was determined on a per-capita basis with respect to the town's population, at Monday night's town council meeting.

Emergency crews busy

In a five-day period North Battleford Fire and Emergency Services were called to a motor vehicle versus pedestrian accident, a building fire and a motor vehicle accident.

110th street closed

The 800 and 900 blocks of 110th Street will be closed today for a water main repair. Road will be closed for most of the day.

May crime numbers not so encouraging

The city got a small dose of reality after a few months of statistics showing progress by Battlefords City RCMP Detachment in the fight on crime.

Lingenfelter takes tour to Battlefords

Rent control and Saskatchewan Hospital were two topics on the mind of the leader of the opposition during a recent stop in the Battlefords.
Raising funds for Parkinson's

Raising funds for Parkinson's

They're going to shake, rattle and roll their way down the highway to raise money for Parkinson's Disease. A group of volunteers in St.
River's risin'

River's risin'

The North Saskatchewan River is on the rise and Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Steinborn is warning residents about dangerous conditions on the waterway.
June is a time to celebrate

June is a time to celebrate

June is a time to celebrate a new season, the end of a school year and the accomplishments of staff and students. Maidstone High School held their end of year honour assembly and activity and academic awards Wednesday.
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