Stopping Pimpleton
Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to put an end this week to breakdowns their special teams have been grappling with.Saskatchewan has allowed big return touchdowns in back-to-back weeks. Calgary Stampeders returner Tyreik McAllister returned a missed field goal 120 yards just before halftime, in what ended as a 40...
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federal investments
Ottawa eyes Green Lake to help feed the North under $3.2B food strategy
The federal government is looking to communities like Green Lake to help strengthen Canada's food supply as it highlights its $3.2-billion National Food Security Strategy, aimed at growing and processing more food at home while reducing reliance on long-distance supply chains.Secretary of State for Rural Development Bu...
Jul 01, 2026
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"There’s a lot of carnage that has been left behind.”
Volunteers rally as eastern Saskatchewan flooding devastates town
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30 Years of Sharing Success
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Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
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Battlefords
MULTI-SPORT ATHLETE
Switching sports by season: local Indian Relay racer tries out for Minnesota NAHL team
The past week has been an incredibly eventful one for 18-year-old Battlefords native Holden Fauchon, who travelled to Austin, Minn., to try out for the Austin Bruins of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) before returning for his high school graduation from John Paul II Collegiate. "It's been pretty chaotic. A...
Jul 01, 2026
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ONGOING INVESTIGATION
Battlefords RCMP investigate vandalism at two churches
Battlefords RCMP are investigating after two churches in North Battleford were vandalized Tuesday morning. Police said they received three separate reports of vandalism between 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. on June 30. Investigators determined that an unknown person, or people, targeted two churches on 108 Street and one ch...
Jun 30, 2026
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ANOTHER NORTH STAR MOVES ON
North Stars' Serpa commits to Plymouth State University for 2026-27 season
Of the five Battlefords North Stars graduates from last season, four have now committed to continuing their hockey careers at the post-secondary level. Most recently, former North Stars goaltender Kaeden Serpa committed to Plymouth State University (NCAA Division III) in Plymouth, N.H., to play with the Panthers. The h...
Jun 30, 2026
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CAP AND GOWN
John Paul II celebrates graduation as they send off the class of 2026
As graduation season comes to a close in the Battlefords, John Paul II Collegiate celebrated the end of the school year and sent off exactly 100 graduates as they look ahead to the next step in their journeys. One of those graduates was Hudson Bjerkness, who won the student of the year award and was valedictorian for h...
Jun 30, 2026
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crime
Man shot after stopping to help truck near Cando, RCMP say
A man who stopped to help what appeared to be a stranded vehicle near Cando ended up in hospital after he was shot by the truck's driver.RCMP said the incident happened around 3:45 a.m. on June 27, when the man noticed a truck stopped on the side of a road near Cando and approached to see whether its occupants needed a...
Jun 30, 2026
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CONTINUED INVESTIGATION
North Battleford man killed in single-vehicle rollover
A 67-year-old North Battleford man has died following a single-vehicle rollover.Battlefords RCMP received a report of the rollover on the Highway 16 bypass in North Battleford at about 5:15 a.m. on June 28.The man, who was the vehicle's lone occupant, was declared dead at the scene by EMS.Battlefords RCMP continue to i...
Jun 29, 2026
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Saskatchewan
"There’s a lot of carnage that has been left behind.”
Volunteers rally as eastern Saskatchewan flooding devastates town
What began as days of relentless rain have quickly turned into one of the most significant flooding events many people in eastern Saskatchewan can remember.Floodwater surrounded homes, businesses and roads in the village of Norquay after a slow-moving storm stalled over the region, dropping extraordinary amounts of rai...
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Part-time child care families could be left out under July 1 change, operator warns
A Rocanville childcare operator says families who only need spaces on a casual basis will be left out as a result of changes the provincial government is making.Cara Werner - executive director of Dream Big Childcare and chair of the advocacy group, Child Care Now Saskatchewan - said while the Rocanville daycare has 45...
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federal investments
Ottawa eyes Green Lake to help feed the North under $3.2B food strategy
The federal government is looking to communities like Green Lake to help strengthen Canada's food supply as it highlights its $3.2-billion National Food Security Strategy, aimed at growing and processing more food at home while reducing reliance on long-distance supply chains.Secretary of State for Rural Development Bu...
Jul 01, 2026
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dog days of summer
Golden, B.C., hopes to live up to its name with gathering of golden retrievers from across Western Canada
If plans come together, Golden, B.C., will be overflowing with gold this fall...four-legged gold, that is.A dog lover in the mountain community is trying to organize what she hopes will become Western Canada's largest meetup of golden retrievers, bringing hundreds of dogs and their owners to the town of Golden on Sept....
Jul 01, 2026
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Suspicious activity
La Ronge RCMP investigate reports of people wearing clothing associated with hate group
La Ronge RCMP officers were called around 9:15 p.m. on June 29 about several individualswalking around the La Ronge area dressed in clothing associated with promoting hate.RCMP said officers patrolled the area in an effort to locate the group but were unabe to find them.Photos and videos that appeared to show at least ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Be aware
Text scam claims recipient has outstanding traffic citation
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating multiple reports of a text message scam that claims the recipient has an outstanding traffic citation.The fraudulent text messages direct individuals to click a link and submit payment online, falsely identifying the sender as the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan.Incidents have been ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Local Sports
Stopping Pimpleton
Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to put an end this week to breakdowns their special teams have been grappling with.Saskatchewan has allowed big return touchdowns in back-to-back weeks. Calgary Stampeders returner Tyreik McAllister returned a missed field goal 120 yards just before halftime, in what ended as a 40...
1h ago
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MULTI-SPORT ATHLETE
Switching sports by season: local Indian Relay racer tries out for Minnesota NAHL team
The past week has been an incredibly eventful one for 18-year-old Battlefords native Holden Fauchon, who travelled to Austin, Minn., to try out for the Austin Bruins of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) before returning for his high school graduation from John Paul II Collegiate. "It's been pretty chaotic. A...
Jul 01, 2026
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ANOTHER NORTH STAR MOVES ON
North Stars' Serpa commits to Plymouth State University for 2026-27 season
Of the five Battlefords North Stars graduates from last season, four have now committed to continuing their hockey careers at the post-secondary level. Most recently, former North Stars goaltender Kaeden Serpa committed to Plymouth State University (NCAA Division III) in Plymouth, N.H., to play with the Panthers. The h...
Jun 30, 2026
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Riderville
Riders deal with wide receiver injuries to start practice week for Ottawa Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders could have an almost entirely new receiver group for Friday's showdown against the Ottawa Redblacks.When the team returned to practice on Monday after its 40-34 loss to the Toronto Argonauts, only one starting receiver from Week 1 - KeeSean Johnson - was a participant. Sam Emilus (ankle), J...
Jun 29, 2026
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Are you ready for some football?
Riders, Argos set to clash in early season CFL showdown at Mosaic Stadium
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to continue their hot start during the Prairie Blizzard game.Saskatchewan is 2-0, and will take on the 1-1 Toronto Argonauts at Mosaic Stadium on Friday. The Riders will be in their white Prairie Blizzard jerseys, as they are technically the away team in the game. This will count ...
Jun 26, 2026
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One last chance
Meadow Lake native getting set for final crack at NHL Draft
The NHL Draft is coming up this weekend, and a Meadow Lake local is hoping to hear his name called from the draft floor in Buffalo. This is the third and final year of eligibility for Dawson Gerwing, a soon to be 20-year-old forward for the Kelowna Rockets and a former Battlefords U18 AAA Star. Last year, Gerwing was r...
Jun 25, 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
Measles outbreak in Quebec rises to 27 cases, mostly in Quebec City area
MONTRÉAL - A measles outbreak in Quebec has risen to 27 cases, the majority of which are in the Quebec City area. Health officials say the most recent case was reported on June 28. Officials say 10 cases were reported last week in the Portneuf regional...
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RCMP arrest two after raid at alleged migrant smuggling stash house in Montreal
MONTREAL - RCMP say officers are searching a residence in the Montréal-Nord borough in an investigation into a suspected human smuggling ring. They say one alleged smuggler and one migrant have been arrested, but police did not say what charges they co...
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CP NewsAlert: Carney to join Smith for Alberta oil pipeline update in Calgary today
CALGARY - Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to hold a joint news conference today in Calgary on a proposed pipeline project. Smith had set a July 1 deadline to submit a proposal for a new pipeline to the federal majo...
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Carney to meet with Premier Eby in Vancouver as Smith plans pipeline announcement
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to be in Vancouver today, where he will meet with B.C. Premier David Eby and discuss major projects in the province. Carney's itinerary says today's announcement with Eby involves "a new co-operative pro...
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The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 1:10 p.m. Excitement is building in Vancouver ahead of tonight's World Cup round-of-32 match between Algeria and Switzerland at BC Place. The Algerian Community of B.C. is planni...
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Large fan crowds expected in sweltering Toronto for Portugal-Croatia World Cup match
TORONTO - Fans in Toronto are expected to turn out in droves today to watch Portugal take on Croatia at the FIFA men's World Cup, despite a stifling heat wave and some event cancellations. The round of 32 match is the final game of the international to...
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World
Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes
CATIA LA MAR, Venezuela (AP) - Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling dayslong operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuel...
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Papua separatists claim to have shot dead a US pilot who transported Indonesian troops
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) - A Papua separatist group said Thursday it has shot dead an American pilot who allegedly brought Indonesian troops into a 'conflict zone.' In a statement, Sebby Sambom, spokesman for the West Papua Liberation Army...
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UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption
LONDON (AP) - Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally apologized Thursday for the British state's role in separating tens of thousands of unmarried mothers from their babies, a practice that lasted for decades until the 1970s. He said in Par...
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11-year-old boy driving pickup truck crashes into group of Thai monks, killing 8
BANGKOK (AP) - An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into a group of monks on a pilgrimage walk in northeastern Thailand on Thursday, killing eight, officials said. A total of 35 monks from Mukdahan province, about 600 kilometers nort...
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Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers
VATICAN CITY (AP) - The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It excommunicated its bisho...
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A major Russian attack kills 20 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Russia hammered Kyiv in an 11-hour drone and missile attack overnight into Thursday morning, killing at least 20 civilians in the city and injuring scores more in what Moscow said was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oi...
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