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City of North Battleford warns public of new text scam

City of North Battleford warns public of new text scam

This week, a number of citizens attended City Hall after receiving a text message from an unknown origin, inviting them to “pay their ticket” using an internet link provided within the body of the text.
Man charged in death of woman on Big Island Lake Cree Nation

Man charged in death of woman on Big Island Lake Cree Nation

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes continue to work with the Saskatchewan Coroner's Service to confirm the identity of the victim.
Firearms, illegal cigarettes and a stolen e-bike seized in NB

Firearms, illegal cigarettes and a stolen e-bike seized in NB

Officers also located and seized 258 grams of methamphetamine, a conducted energy weapon and a sum of cash.
Woman facing sexual assault charges at care facility returns to court

Woman facing sexual assault charges at care facility returns to court

The defence counsel said they are waiting to receive more outstanding disclosure in the case at this time.
New CAO coming to Town of Battleford

New CAO coming to Town of Battleford

Todd Francis, who currently works as a CAO in a community in B.C., will take on the CAO position with the Town of Battleford around mid-October.
Woman pronounced deceased in RM of Tramping Lake collision

Woman pronounced deceased in RM of Tramping Lake collision

Unity/Wilkie RCMP and RCMP Collision Reconstruction continue to investigate.
New seniors' group offers chance to get out of the house

New seniors' group offers chance to get out of the house

The inaugural meeting is set for Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Don Ross Centre in Room 104.
Battlefords ECIP offers fun day of activities for families

Battlefords ECIP offers fun day of activities for families

The event will take place on Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Natural Play Space in North Battleford.
BCP announces season lineup

BCP announces season lineup

Romantic comedy opens season Oct. 17.
Lloyd Pirot memorial fundraiser benefits Children’s Hospital

Lloyd Pirot memorial fundraiser benefits Children’s Hospital

Proceeds presented to Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation.
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