BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
Duane Ward, a two-time World Series champion and one of the most accomplished relievers in Toronto Blue Jays history, has died at 62.The Blue Jays said Sunday that Ward died of natural causes in Toronto. He had arrived in the city Friday ahead of the team's ceremony honouring its 1992 and 1993 championship teams but wa...
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RIDE FOR A CAUSE
Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
A Saskatchewan motorcycle instructor is preparing to push his mind and body to the absolute limit this summer, embarking on a gruelling 6,000-kilometre cross-country trek to battle the rising crisis of men's suicide.In late August, Regina's Terry Alberts will kick off "The Long Haul for Mental Health," an ult...
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BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
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Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
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WCBL SKILLS COMPETITION
WCBL stars deliver ballpark bombs, bunts to kick off All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
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Battlefords
Agriculture
Scott Research Farm gets potential lifeline under federal-provincial agreement
The future of the Scott Research Farm took a step toward greater certainty Thursday after the federal and Saskatchewan governments signed an agreement to explore ways of keeping the research site operating despite previously announced closure plans. Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald and Saskatchewan Agricult...
Jul 17, 2026
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municipal matters
Unexpected sewer collapse forces North Battleford to overhaul Gregory Drive project
An unexpected sewer collapse beneath Gregory Drive is forcing North Battleford to add major underground repairs to one of its summer road projects after crews uncovered broader underground infrastructure problems during preparations for paving.The city plans to replace a collapsed sanitary sewer, a deteriorated storm s...
Jul 17, 2026
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2026 summer
North Battleford continues mosquito control as wet weather fuels breeding
As mosquitoes become increasingly difficult to avoid across North Battleford this summer, the city said it has been targeting mosquito breeding areas since spring but warns unusually wet and warm weather is creating "near-perfect" conditions for the insects.Crews inspect standing water throughout the city, ap...
Jul 17, 2026
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CRIME
Man arrested after North Battleford robbery involving knife
Battlefords RCMP have arrested a man after a robbery in North Battleford. On July 14, around 12:45 p.m., RCMP received a report of a robbery at a business on the 1700 block of 100 Street in North Battleford. The police investigation found that a man entered the business and stole merchandise. When approached, he thre...
Jul 17, 2026
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crime
Erratic driving complaint leads to arrests of two wanted people on Little Pine First Nation
A report of an erratic driver on Little Pine First Nation led RCMP to two wanted people and a vehicle later confirmed to have been stolen from Alberta after it fled from officers.Cut Knife RCMP said officers responded to the report on Wednesday and later determined a person wanted by police was believed to be inside th...
Jul 16, 2026
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JULY 19 to 26
Battlefords Pride highlights inclusion with week of events
Battlefords Pride group will mark Pride Week beginning July 19 with a week of events aimed at celebrating inclusion and creating welcoming spaces throughout the community.Kelly Waters, secretary with Battlefords Pride, said the annual celebration is an opportunity to remind people they are supported."Identity is s...
Jul 16, 2026
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Saskatchewan
BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
Duane Ward, a two-time World Series champion and one of the most accomplished relievers in Toronto Blue Jays history, has died at 62.The Blue Jays said Sunday that Ward died of natural causes in Toronto. He had arrived in the city Friday ahead of the team's ceremony honouring its 1992 and 1993 championship teams but wa...
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RIDE FOR A CAUSE
Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
A Saskatchewan motorcycle instructor is preparing to push his mind and body to the absolute limit this summer, embarking on a gruelling 6,000-kilometre cross-country trek to battle the rising crisis of men's suicide.In late August, Regina's Terry Alberts will kick off "The Long Haul for Mental Health," an ult...
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WCBL SKILLS COMPETITION
WCBL stars deliver ballpark bombs, bunts to kick off All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
In the days leading up to All-Star Weekend for the Western Canadian Baseball League, Saskatoon Berries infielder Gael Salinas didn't do much in the way of bunting.Despite limited practice down the line, Salinas was among those crowned champions on a sweltering Saturday afternoon at Cairns Field for All-Star skills even...
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On the airwaves
Batoche Resistance Radio brings more eyes to Back to Batoche
The annual Back to Batoche festival is celebrating its 56th year as thousands from far and wide gather at the Batoche National Historic Site to celebrate Métis culture and traditions. Nearly 40,000 people gathering in one area can make widespread communication difficult, but Batoche Resistance Radio is set up to...
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SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER
Province touts new ways to get active for parks visitors
The warm weather months can be fleeting in Saskatchewan, but for people in and visiting the province, there are some new ways to enjoy the summer weather.Saskatchewan Parks has partnered with several outfits to promote new ways for visitors to the province's many parks this summer."Spending time in nature is an ex...
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BAIL POLICIES
Saskatchewan Conservatives say Ottawa's bail reforms don't go far enough
The federal government says it has delivered the toughest changes to Canada's bail and sentencing laws in a generation. Conservatives say the job is only half done.Conservative Members of Parliament gathered outside the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan in Regina on Wednesday to criticize Bill C-14, the federal Bail and...
Jul 18, 2026
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BACK ON THE ICE
2026-27 season approaches as SJHL releases pre-season schedule
The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) has released its pre-season schedule.The pre-season will begin Sept. 4 with three games across the league and run through Sept. 13.Each team will play between three and six pre-season games. The Estevan Bruins will play the fewest pre-season games in the league with three, w...
Jul 16, 2026
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NSRBL PLAYOFFS
North Battleford Beavers gearing up to face Standard Hill in NSRBL semifinals
The North Battleford Beavers are one step closer to taking home their fourth straight North Sask. River Baseball League (NSRBL) championship. They swept the Glaslyn Orioles in two games, taking them down 11-3 in Game 1 before cruising through Game 2 with a 9-2 victory. "We had Hudson Ford who pitched for us (in Ga...
Jul 15, 2026
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SASK BASEBALL ON THE RISE
Sask. Baseball HOF president talks Carter Beck being drafted
Another Saskatchewan baseball product has entered the Major League Baseball pipeline. The MLB draft was held July 11-12, and Carnduff, Sask., product Carter Beck was selected by the Atlanta Braves with the 26th overall pick. He became the highest-drafted player from Saskatchewan, surpassing Logan Hofmann, who was draft...
Jul 14, 2026
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SUCCESS IN THE POOL
Pair of Battlefords Orcas swimmers thrive at ManSask championship
The Manitoba-Saskatchewan Open Championship took place from July 9 to 12 at the Shaw Centre in Saskatoon, bringing together top swimmers from Manitoba, Saskatchewan and beyond, including a pair from the Battlefords. Eleven-year-old Sophie de Montarnal and 12-year-old Claire Meiers both posted personal bests in various ...
Jul 13, 2026
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Game Day
Riders, Ti-Cats set to battle at Mosaic Stadium in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-1) will look to get a win tonight over a Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-2) team that will be without one of its top stars.Hamilton quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell suffered a serious ankle injury in last week's CFL action, possibly ending his CFL season. With the Riders meeting the Ti-Cats in the fi...
Jul 12, 2026
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TURTLE RIVER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
Unity Cardinals U18 AA baseball squad wins Turtle River League
The Turtle River League U18 season has come to an end, and the Unity Cardinals can call themselves champions. The Cardinals won the championship after taking down the North Battleford Beavers in a two-game sweep of the best-of-three series. Cardinals player Austin Sittler said the final game was close, but a late rally...
Jul 10, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
Penticton RCMP investigate a Saturday assault that happened at an elementary school
VICTORIA - Penticton RCMP say they are investigating a Saturday night assault on the grounds of a local elementary school. Mounties say officers responded just before 11 p.m. to Queen's Park Elementary after receiving a report of an assault. Two people...
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West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old drowned in Lake Okanagan during swimming event
VICTORIA - West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old man drowned Saturday, while attempting to swim across Lake Okanagan. Mounties say in a statement that the senior was participating in the Swim Across the Lake event, when another participant found him unre...
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Canada to join multinational fighter program in observer role: reports
OTTAWA - Canada is widely expected to enter into a multinational next-generation fighter jet program this week, though not as a full member. International news media have reported for months that Ottawa is poised to sign onto a program to make a sixth-...
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5,000 firefighters battling blazes as Canada faces 'intense' wildfire season: Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney says more than 5,000 firefighters and nearly 300 waterbombers and other aircraft are battling blazes as Canada experiences one of the worst wildfire seasons on record. Carney said he visited federal workers in Ottawa on Sunda...
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BC Wildfire Service says fire near Pemberton, B.C. is now being held
VICTORIA - The BC Wildfire Service says the fire burning near Pemberton, B.C. has been held, but more than 100 wildfires continue to burn in the province. The new designation for the Signal Hill Wildfire, which was first discovered on July 15, means t...
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A look at the nearly 1000 active wildfires scorching Canada
Nearly 1,000 active wildfires are burning across Canada, according to the national wildland fire summary, including 35 new blazes reported Sunday. More than 200 fires are deemed out of control. The fires continue to prompt air quality warnings, which ...
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World
The World Cup final is underway, with Argentina taking on Spain in soccer's biggest game
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) - Lionel Messi and Argentina on one side. Lamine Yamal and Spain on the other. The World Cup final is finally underway. Kickoff was shortly past 3 p.m. EDT at MetLife Stadium. Argentina is seeking ...
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Ryan Fox wins the British Open with birdie on the final hole
SOUTHPORT, England (AP) - Ryan Fox of New Zealand survived a wild ride along the back nine of Royal Birkdale and delivered the biggest putt of his life Sunday, making a 12-foot birdie on the final hole to win the British Open for his first major title....
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5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region and kills at least 6 people
LIMA, Peru (AP) - A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six people, authorities said Sunday. More than 30 people were injured and 300 displaced. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake struck on...
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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world's most polarizing internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought t...
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Safety fears limit Ebola response in Congo, with more than 12 attacks recorded
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - At least a dozen attacks on health facilities and workers have been recorded during Congo's Ebola outbreak as safety fears restrict the response in the worst-affected region, authorities said Saturday. Many health wor...
Jul 18, 2026
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Mali rebels ambush an army convoy, killing or capturing scores of soldiers
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) - Islamic militants and a separatist group ambushed a Malian army convoy in the country's hard-hit north on Saturday, resulting in the killing or capture of scores of soldiers, the rebels said. The Malian army confirmed ...
Jul 18, 2026
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