Windy Weekend
August long weekend promises to be a windy one
Your August long weekend will be a windy one, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Meteorologist Ken Dosanjh said that a system coming into Saskatchewan this weekend will bring warm temperatures and windy conditions. For Friday, temperatures should remain near normal, with a possibility of isolated thund...
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT
'Everything's so expensive': Sask. couple finds creative ways to pay for wedding
With Saskatchewan weddings costing hundreds of dollars per guest, 20-year-old Jasmine Bunnell and her fiancé, 21-year-old Clay Hunter, knew their September wedding would take careful saving.What they didn't plan for was a cow kick to the knee that left Bunnell injured, unable to work and searching for another wa...
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Crime
North Battleford man arrested on pair of outstanding warrants
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Windy Weekend
August long weekend promises to be a windy one
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT
'Everything's so expensive': Sask. couple finds creative ways to pay for wedding
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Battlefords
Crime
North Battleford man arrested on pair of outstanding warrants
The Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) has put a wanted 53-year-old man behind bars. On Thursday morning, officers arrested the man at his North Battleford home as part of a targeted investigation and coordinated enforcement efforts. The man had two outstanding warrants, including one for sexual interference and anoth...
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT
'Everything's so expensive': Sask. couple finds creative ways to pay for wedding
With Saskatchewan weddings costing hundreds of dollars per guest, 20-year-old Jasmine Bunnell and her fiancé, 21-year-old Clay Hunter, knew their September wedding would take careful saving.What they didn't plan for was a cow kick to the knee that left Bunnell injured, unable to work and searching for another wa...
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CRIME WATCH
Battlefords RCMP respond to over 60 calls on Wednesday night
Battlefords RCMP reported receiving more than 60 calls for service between 6 p.m. July 29 and 6 a.m. July 30.The calls included the following serious assaults:Battlefords RCMP received a report of a serious assault at a residence on Sweetgrass First Nation at approximately 11 p.m. July 29. Officers have been searching ...
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Home Sweet Home
A look inside the athletes' village at the Tony Cote Summer Games
With the Tony Cote Games in town, people around the Battlefords have the opportunity to take in various summer sports as First Nations from across Saskatchewan come together not only to compete, but also to celebrate Indigenous history and culture in Canada. As athletes from around the province gather in the Battleford...
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LOCAL TALENT
Poundmaker Cree Nation teen brings Saskatchewan to national spelling bee
A trip to the national stage gave one Poundmaker Cree Nation teen more than a chance to test her spelling - it also gave her the opportunity to represent Saskatchewan and inspire other Indigenous youth.Thirteen-year-old Dallynn Tootoosis was Saskatchewan's lone competitor and the only Indigenous contestant at the Canad...
Jul 30, 2026
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HISTORY ON THE COURT
Battlefords-area First Nations volleyball players reflect on inaugural First Nations team at Canada Cup
The Volleyball Canada Cup took place July 21 to 26 in Regina. While most participating teams were provincial squads, this year's tournament was the first to include a First Nations team, made up of Indigenous athletes from across Canada. Two Saskatchewan athletes on the All Nations team were 18-year-olds Mia Peyachew o...
Jul 29, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Windy Weekend
August long weekend promises to be a windy one
Your August long weekend will be a windy one, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Meteorologist Ken Dosanjh said that a system coming into Saskatchewan this weekend will bring warm temperatures and windy conditions. For Friday, temperatures should remain near normal, with a possibility of isolated thund...
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Safety
More hospitals added to SHA security plan
Contracted security officers will soon be added to more hospitals in Saskatchewan, including sites in Melfort, Nipawin, and La Loche. The Saskatchewan Health Authority said contracted protective services that were tested in Prince Albert, North Battleford, and Lloydminster last year are being made permanent and expande...
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Health
Sask. Health Authority warns of swimmer's itch at Candle Lake beach
Jeff's Beach at Candle Lake is under a health advisory after cases of swimmer's itch were reported. The Resort Village of Candle Lake warned the public about the issue on July 30. Most cases resolve on their own, but people may use antihistamines or baking soda baths to help relieve the itching. Swimmers should get med...
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Home Sweet Home
A look inside the athletes' village at the Tony Cote Summer Games
With the Tony Cote Games in town, people around the Battlefords have the opportunity to take in various summer sports as First Nations from across Saskatchewan come together not only to compete, but also to celebrate Indigenous history and culture in Canada. As athletes from around the province gather in the Battleford...
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Court Proceedings
Chris Fahlman denied bail review, will stay behind bars
On Thursday, the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal announced the bail review application for Chris Fahlman had been dismissed.He put in an application to challenge the denial of his bail earlier this month. The reasons for the decision are covered by a publication ban, as are the arguments made during the bail hearing.A pre...
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Arrest incident
SIRT begins investigation into Makwa Sahgaiehcan arrest
The actions of RCMP officers involved in the arrests of two wanted men, and a woman who was in a home with them, are now under investigation by Saskatchewan's Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT). SIRT said RCMP notified the agency just after 1 p.m. Monday, July 28, and the request was accepted. "While the arrest...
Jul 30, 2026
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Local Sports
New guy in town
Derick Roberson eager to make quick impact with Riders
After a few years of calls from the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Derick Roberson has finally ventured north and joined the CFL."I've been with the UFL for a couple of years, and the agent reached out to me with the opportunity to make a few bucks," the San Antonio, Texas product said after Wednesday's practice.I...
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HISTORY ON THE COURT
Battlefords-area First Nations volleyball players reflect on inaugural First Nations team at Canada Cup
The Volleyball Canada Cup took place July 21 to 26 in Regina. While most participating teams were provincial squads, this year's tournament was the first to include a First Nations team, made up of Indigenous athletes from across Canada. Two Saskatchewan athletes on the All Nations team were 18-year-olds Mia Peyachew o...
Jul 29, 2026
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LOCAL TALENT
North Battleford volleyball player wins national title, MVP
A week that began with uncertainty ended with a national championship for North Battleford's Jadyn Bugg and Team Sask 17U Green Selects at the 2026 Canada Cup. For the 17-year-old team captain, simply competing was the initial goal. "We really don't know what our skill level was going to be compared to the teams t...
Jul 28, 2026
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local talent
Macklin's Cole Reschny named to World Junior Summer Showcase roster for Team Canada
Saskatchewan's Cole Reschny has moved one step closer towards making his return to Team Canada at the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.On Friday, Reschny was named to Hockey Canada's World Junior Summer Showcase roster. He'll head to Windsor, Ont. next week to skate with other Team Canada hopefuls.The Macklin, Sask....
Jul 25, 2026
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local talent
North Battleford bull rider targets climb in national standings after hometown PBR Classic
The hometown victory Wyatt Fennig has spent years chasing will have to wait, but the North Battleford bull rider left Thursday night's McDonald's Colby Cave Memorial PBR Classic believing he is better prepared for what lies ahead.Fennig, who sits eighth in the latest Bull Riders Canada (BRC) national standings, came aw...
Jul 24, 2026
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Riders fall at home
Edmonton beats Saskatchewan after last-second field goal
The Edmonton Elks walked it off with a 57-yard field goal to beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36-34 on Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium.After Riders kicker Alex Hale made a field goal with 1:46 remaining in the game, Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo led a 52-yard drive and converted two third-down attempts to allow Edmon...
Jul 24, 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
Ottawa adds just over $4M in funding for Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after mass shooting
OTTAWA - The federal government is providing more than $4 million in funding to support people affected by the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., in February. A statement from Public Safety Canada says part of the funds will go to priorities identif...
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Human or AI bot? Ottawa consulting on transparency of AI systems
OTTAWA - Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon says the government wants input from Canadians about the transparency of artificial intelligence systems. Solomon says in an online post he wants public feedback on questions about identifying AI c...
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Court finds B.C.'s involuntary mental health treatment scheme unconstitutional
VANCOUVER - The British Columbia Supreme Court has given the provincial government six months to reform laws that allow directors of mental health facilities to consent to psychiatric treatments for people who are involuntarily admitted for care. The ...
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Bank of Canada's Macklem defends use of replacement workers during strike
OTTAWA - The head of the Bank of Canada is defending the central bank's use of replacement workers during a strike involving security officers. In a decision issued last week, the Canada Industrial Relations Board said the Bank of Canada contravened th...
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Canada to impose temporary 25% tariff on some imports of wood cabinets, vanities
OTTAWA - Canada is imposing a temporary tariff on imports of some wood products as Ottawa awaits the findings of a probe into possible harmful practices in the global market. The federal government said in a news release that Canada will impose a 25 pe...
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Ottawa approves northern Ontario nickel mine
OTTAWA - The federal government says it has approved the Crawford Nickel Mine project in northern Ontario. Announcing the approval in a news release Friday, Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin said "the potential effects within federal jurisdiction are...
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World
Marine Corps says F-35B stealth fighter crashed in California, pilot ejected
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. Marine Corps says the pilot of an F-35B stealth fighter is expected to live after ejecting from the jet before it crashed in California. The jet went down Friday near the Miramar air base in San Diego. A Marines...
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Two former Sri Lanka officials sentenced to death for negligence in deadly Easter bombings
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) - A Sri Lankan court on Friday sentenced a former police chief and a former top Defense Ministry official to death after finding them guilty of criminal negligence that allowed Islamic State-inspired bomb attacks on Easter Sunda...
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Algerian bus plunges into a ravine near Algiers, killing at least 25 and injuring 44
ALGIERS, Algeria (AP) - At least 25 people were killed and 44 injured on Friday in a bus accident in Algeria, according to a provisional report from the Algerian Civil Protection. The bus, which was carrying passengers from Sétif to the A...
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Tens of thousands of migrants voluntarily leave after crossing into Spanish territory of Ceuta
CEUTA, Spain (AP) - Tens of thousands of migrants who crossed into Spain's tiny Ceuta territory returned voluntarily to Morocco on Friday, a day after the influx triggered chaos in the North African city and reignited the immigration debate in Europe a...
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At least 18 die after breach of border between Morocco and Spanish exclave of Ceuta
MADRID (AP) - At least eighteen migrants have died trying to reach the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, where Spain deployed its military after thousands of people breached the border with Morocco and poured into the tiny Spanish territory. Span...
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Pakistan rescuers find 4 bodies of the 10 climbers missing on Broad Peak after an avalanche
ISLAMABAD (AP) - Rescuers searching for 10 climbers missing after an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak located four bodies Friday and were continuing to search for the other six, officials said. Efforts were underway to retrieve the bodi...
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