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North Battleford postal workers take to the streets picketing

North Battleford postal workers take to the streets picketing

"Our demands are reasonable: fair wages, safe working conditions, the right to retire with dignity, and the expansion of services at the public post office." - Workers' statement
Suspect in stolen truck strikes police vehicle trying to escape

Suspect in stolen truck strikes police vehicle trying to escape

Investigation determined the vehicle had been reported as stolen in Nipawin on Nov. 2.
Suspect wanted following forcible confinement arrested

Suspect wanted following forcible confinement arrested

On Nov. 17, Pierceland RCMP located and arrested Lorne Singer at a residence on Big Island Lake Cree Territory.
Photos: Battlefords chamber hands out BBEX awards for 2024

Photos: Battlefords chamber hands out BBEX awards for 2024

The annual Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce BBEX Awards were presented Nov. 7.
Two people die in collision near Alcurve

Two people die in collision near Alcurve

On Nov. 16 at approximately 12 p.m., Maidstone RCMP received a report of a collision at the intersection of Highway 17 and Highway 3, near Alcurve.
Garden Chat: Sweet potatoes in Saskatchewan — update 2024

Garden Chat: Sweet potatoes in Saskatchewan — update 2024

Growing sweet potatoes in Saskatchewan takes special care as the tubers require a longer frost-free period than is normally experienced.
Twin Rivers curler experiences Can-Am curling tour

Twin Rivers curler experiences Can-Am curling tour

Cole Tenetuik and fellow curlers from across Canada make up five teams that will log in 109 games on the Can-Am tour.
Borden and District News: Honouring veterans with artwork

Borden and District News: Honouring veterans with artwork

Nov. 4 luncheon supports Borden Ministerial Fund. Next event is Dec. 2.
Maidstone and District News: School students remember

Maidstone and District News: School students remember

Grade 12 History class organizes a moving Remembrance Day ceremony.
Mayfair and District News: Hafford Vikings claim provincial title

Mayfair and District News: Hafford Vikings claim provincial title

Medstead 4-H Club member attends forum in Oakville, Ont.
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