Battlefords News-Optimist

Snow reason not to enjoy the outdoors this winter in the Battlefords

Winter sports options are plentiful in the Battlefords for those who love to experience the outdoors in winter.

Dec 26, 2024 7:30 AM Read more >

From bells to choirs, different ‘timbres’ ring in the Christmas holiday season

Timbre is the aspect of sound that allows people to compare sound qualities and identify the sound sources.

Dec 25, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

BATC emergency shelter provides more beds after renovations

"We treat everybody like they are someone. At some point these people were all somebody's baby. They all need respect."

Dec 25, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

BATC launches new 24-hour Youth Help Line

Kids can reach out any time, day or night, to a professional mental health therapist or certified counsellor.

Dec 24, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Pink and blue morning and mild temperatures

Tomorrow, Christmas Day, we are looking at -7.

Dec 24, 2024 9:49 AM Read more >

North B'ford city council gears up for 2025 budget deliberations

The draft represents only administration’s proposal for the budget. Council will undertake several deliberation meetings.

Dec 24, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Update: Highway 40 near Hafford reopens following rollover

Police say they will provide further information on the rollover when possible.

Dec 23, 2024 5:33 PM Read more >

Woman taken to hospital following assault in Prince Albert

Upon arrival, officer located the male suspect; he was arrested without further incident.

Dec 23, 2024 4:30 PM Read more >

Care facility worker's sexual assault case adjourned

The woman was originally expected to make an election for trial, on Monday.

Dec 23, 2024 3:40 PM Read more >

Man tries to stab someone with a pen in Prince Albert

Arriving officers located the man in the custody of security staff; he resisted arrest, but was arrested shortly after.

Dec 23, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >