Riders Camp
Film and TV buff Josh Woods writing new script with Roughriders
Josh Woods is certainly no stranger to stepping onto a CFL field.It's a privilege he's earned over five years in the league with the B.C. Lions, eventually becoming a starting linebacker for the team.His first few steps onto the field this season have felt a little different however, as Woods has been suiting up at tra...
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sports
Saskatchewan's top curlers headed to Lloydminster for 2027 provincials
Lloydminster is set to host Saskatchewan's biggest week in curling after securing both the province's men's and women's championships for 2027.The city announced Thursday the 2027 SaskTel Tankard and Bunge Prairie Pinnacle championships will be held at the Cenovus Energy Hub from Jan. 10 to 17, 2027. Presented by CURLS...
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Film and TV buff Josh Woods writing new script with Roughriders
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Sask. hospital review begins under former provincial coroner, Saskatoon police chief
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municipal matters
North Battleford tax notices sent with 1.8% monthly penalties looming
It's that time of year again. Property owners in North Battleford are beginning to receive their 2026 tax notices as the city reminds residents that payments are due by June 30 before late penalties begin to apply.The City of North Battleford said its finance department mailed out all property tax notices earlier this ...
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"THERE WAS A NEED FOR AN EASIER WAY"
Battlefords garage sale website makes finding local listings easier for shoppers
For Brandon Raiche, there's nothing better than finding treasures at a local garage sale, but figuring out where and when yard sales were happening wasn't easy to track. "Most of them are on Facebook, but with Facebook you see lots of outdated things," he explained. "A lot of the time, street-corner sign...
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WORLD CUP FEVER
Local family looks ahead to World Cup trip in Vancouver
A Battlefords family will be heading to Vancouver next month to experience the FIFA World Cup as Canada hosts matches in the tournament for the first time.Lisa Kissick, her spouse and 14-year-old son Bradley will attend the opening World Cup match at B.C. Place between Turkey and Australia.For Bradley, a goalkeeper wit...
May 21, 2026
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weather
Funnel cloud alert issued for Battlefords region as tornado risk develops
Conditions in parts of southern Saskatchewan are favourable for funnel clouds and possible weak tornadoes Wednesday, prompting a special weather statement for the Battlefords region.Environment and Climate Change Canada issued the statement shortly after noon, saying funnel clouds were expected to develop during the af...
May 20, 2026
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BCYC BUILDING
Battleford revives former youth centre with renovation plan
For some long-time residents, the Battlefords Community Youth Centre (BCYC) building holds memories of busy evenings spent signing up for sports or attending scouts meetings. Today, the once lively hub for the community's youth has sat silent for decades, used mainly for storage instead of the activities that once fill...
May 20, 2026
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municipal matters
Some North Battleford drivers face possible impoundment over chronic unpaid tickets
Some North Battleford drivers have accumulated more than 20 unpaid municipal tickets, with city officials warning repeat offenders could eventually face vehicle impoundments as enforcement efforts intensify.During Tuesday's planning committee meeting, North Battleford Fire Chief Lindsay Holm said one of the city's wors...
May 20, 2026
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Saskatchewan
independent review
Sask. hospital review begins under former provincial coroner, Saskatoon police chief
The independent review promised for hospitals in the province by the Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) in January is now underway.The province reported on Thursday that work starts this week on the independent, third-party review of hospital safety and security. It is expected to ta...
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sports
Saskatchewan's top curlers headed to Lloydminster for 2027 provincials
Lloydminster is set to host Saskatchewan's biggest week in curling after securing both the province's men's and women's championships for 2027.The city announced Thursday the 2027 SaskTel Tankard and Bunge Prairie Pinnacle championships will be held at the Cenovus Energy Hub from Jan. 10 to 17, 2027. Presented by CURLS...
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Construction
Flying Dust breaks ground on multi-million-dollar Meadow Lake development
After decades of negotiations over former railway land in Meadow Lake, Flying Dust First Nation has broken ground on the first phase of a multi-million-dollar commercial development expected to include retail space, offices and a future hotel complex.Leaders from Flying Dust, the City of Meadow Lake and the RM of Meado...
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Positive Escape
After summer of wildfires, Flin Flon Bombers give community reason to celebrate
The Flin Flon Bombers had a magical season this year - one the organization and its fans will likely remember for a long time.For starters, the club won its first league title in 33 years, following several seasons of heartbreak.The victory came within a 12-month span that began with deep uncertainty about the future o...
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Bug forecast
Mosquito numbers still average for now, but experts warn increase may come after spring runoff
It will be a few weeks before researchers can say whether this spring's heavy runoff and standing water are translating into bigger mosquito populations across Saskatchewan.That's according to University of Saskatchewan associate professor Sean Prager, who said provincewide monitoring data for trapping numbers aren't o...
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ISC sale
'Incredibly concerning': NDP upset at sale of former Crown corp. begins
After ISC announced it would be part of a deal to sell all its shares to a Quebec company - including the shares owned by the provincial government - the Sask. NDP is speaking out, saying the sale will be bad for Saskatchewan people and the province's bottom line.On Tuesday, former Crown corporation, Information Servic...
May 21, 2026
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Riders Camp
Film and TV buff Josh Woods writing new script with Roughriders
Josh Woods is certainly no stranger to stepping onto a CFL field.It's a privilege he's earned over five years in the league with the B.C. Lions, eventually becoming a starting linebacker for the team.His first few steps onto the field this season have felt a little different however, as Woods has been suiting up at tra...
15m ago
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WORLD CUP FEVER
Local family looks ahead to World Cup trip in Vancouver
A Battlefords family will be heading to Vancouver next month to experience the FIFA World Cup as Canada hosts matches in the tournament for the first time.Lisa Kissick, her spouse and 14-year-old son Bradley will attend the opening World Cup match at B.C. Place between Turkey and Australia.For Bradley, a goalkeeper wit...
May 21, 2026
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Pre-season
Star defensive back Tevaughn Campbell returns to Riders' camp after 'personal matter'
It didn't take long for Tevaughn Campbell to feel back at home wearing the green and white on Wednesday.The Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back said simply doing up a few buttons and laces was enough to have him locked in for a return to the field.Campbell has joined the Roughriders for the second week of training ...
May 21, 2026
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Professional Women's Hockey
Roque nets two goals to lead Victoire past Charge 4-0 to win PWHL's Walter Cup
OTTAWA - Abby Roque scored twice to lead the Montreal Victoire to their first Walter Cup trophy Wednesday night with a 4-0 victory over the Ottawa Charge in Game 4.The championship game featured two former players from Prince Albert, Sask. on opposing teams - Northern Bear alumni Kaitlin Willoughby with the Victoire ve...
May 21, 2026
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Next Step: Head Coach
Beatty staying on as Ice Wolves GM
Legendary SJHL head coach and general manager Bob Beatty will be staying with the La Ronge Ice Wolves.Beatty, who coached in the SJHL for nearly 20 years, winning three league titles, two of which came in La Ronge, is now the club's full-time general manager."I've always had a soft spot for La Ronge, and they trea...
May 19, 2026
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SJHL DRAFT
SJHL draft to be held on June 9
The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) has announced that the 11th annual draft will be held on June 9 at 1 p.m. The draft will involve two rounds of 2011-born player selections, and six rounds of 2010-born players. Teams will be able to protect two or three local U-15 ages players, forbidding other teams from se...
May 19, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
Community Investment Program
30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA's Community Investment Fund increased to $2 Million to Strengthen Saskatchewan Communities Increased investment to support local events, sports teams, fundraisers and cultural celebrations province-wideSASKATOON, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud to announce a significant expansion of i...
Apr 29, 2026
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$60 Million Economic Development
Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation Advances Plans For Future Casino Development With Support From SIGA
Battlefords, Saskatchewan - The Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man (MGBHLM) First Nation hosted an update on its exciting Casino and Resorts economic development project on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at The Ridge Interpretive Centre, Battlefords, Saskatchewan. The approximately $100 million project, which includes an i...
Apr 23, 2026
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Celebrates A Decade Of Learning
Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee
The Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026, bringing together 256 First Nations students from across the province for a day of learning, confidence‑building, and cultural pride. Held at Tommy Douglas Collegiate in Saskatoon, the event welcomed youths between the ages of 6 and ...
Mar 25, 2026
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Canada
Vast marine conservation reserve, bigger than P.E.I., to protect B.C. central coast
An enormous national marine conservation reserve is being established on British Columbia's central coast, spanning an area larger than Prince Edward Island. The protected area, named Mia-yaltwa Ha'lidzogm hoon, is the result of an agreement between s...
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Alberta is to vote on whether to hold a separation referendum. Here's how we got here
Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that Albertans will be going to the polls Oct. 19 to vote on whether there should be a future binding referendum on the province quitting Canada. Here's a timeline of pivotal moments in Alberta's separatism deb...
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Quebec City-area man arrested in terrorism investigation, released with conditions
MONTREAL - A Quebec City-area man has been released under conditions after he was arrested this week on a terrorism peace bond. RCMP say they arrested Mohamed Ali Ben Chaoua in Lévis, Que., on Thursday because they had reasonable grounds to fear he mig...
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Former F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve named historic figure in Quebec
MONTRÉAL - Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette has named the late Formula One driver Gilles Villeneuve a historic figure of Quebec. Fréchette made the announcement Friday as the Canadian Grand Prix weekend kicked off in Montreal. "It was a long-overdue ...
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Ottawa to pay tax bill imposed on Laval, Que., after corrupt ex-mayor's fraud
MONTREAL - The federal government has agreed to pay $1.1 million to settle a Canada Revenue Agency tax bill imposed on a Montreal suburb for funds the city recovered from a corrupt ex-mayor. A spokesperson for Finance Minister François-Philippe Champag...
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Former budget watchdog Page says Ottawa can't rag the puck on NATO 2035 spending math
OTTAWA - Former federal spending watchdog Kevin Page remains unconvinced by the prime minister's explanation of why Ottawa hasn't yet presented a fiscal road map to meet the new NATO spending commitments. Page, who was Canada's first parliamentary budg...
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World
Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A federal judge on Friday dismissed a human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, finding that the Justice Department's pursuit of criminal charges was designed to punish him for challenging his mistaken deportation to El...
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health
WASHINGTON (AP) - Tulsi Gabbard resigned as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence on Friday, saying she needed to step away as her husband battles cancer. She is the fourth Cabinet official to depart during Trump's second term. ...
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Congo suspends funeral wakes and big gatherings in Ebola outbreak, as WHO upgrades risk assessment
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - Authorities in northeastern Congo banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people Friday in an effort to curb a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak in a region where medical workers have struggled with a lack of resources an...
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Man convicted of killing a woman and her 4-year-old daughter is executed in Florida
STARKE, Fla. (AP) - A Florida man convicted of fatally stabbing his cousin's girlfriend and the couple's 4-year-old daughter was put to death Thursday evening, becoming the seventh person executed by the state this year. Richard Knight, ...
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2-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after being hospitalized with a 'severe illness'
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR's three national series, has died. He was 41. The Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR issued a joint statement Thur...
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Gunmen open fire in 2 separate attacks in Honduras, killing at least 25 people
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras (AP) - Gunmen opened fire in two separate attacks Thursday on the Honduran coast, killing at least 25 people, including six police officers, authorities said. The first incident took place at a plantation in the muni...
May 21, 2026
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