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Battlefords agencies pay tribute to Montreal Massacre victims

Battlefords agencies pay tribute to Montreal Massacre victims

Dec. 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action to End Violence Against Women, which was established in 1991.
Loaded firearm thrown at police vehicle as suspects try to escape

Loaded firearm thrown at police vehicle as suspects try to escape

While officers pursued the vehicle, occupants threw a number of items in what officers believed was an attempt to disable their police vehicles.
Verdict postponed for accused in death of Jason Chartier

Verdict postponed for accused in death of Jason Chartier

Robert Young, now 70, is facing charges of second-degree murder in the death of Jason Chartier in 2018 in Buffalo Narrows.
Onion Lake Cree Nation sees increased police presence

Onion Lake Cree Nation sees increased police presence

People are asked to avoid areas where officers are present, and to follow any directions provided by police.
Help ‘Fill-the-Cruiser’: RCMP food drive this Saturday

Help ‘Fill-the-Cruiser’: RCMP food drive this Saturday

Last year Battlefords RCMP’s Fill-the-Cruiser collected more than 15,000 pounds of food.
Indigenous leaders unite for a powerful ceremony at Fort Battleford

Indigenous leaders unite for a powerful ceremony at Fort Battleford

While the pain of the past remains, leaders are working to bridge the divide between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
Police investigate drone use in meth seizure at prison

Police investigate drone use in meth seizure at prison

On Dec. 3, three inmates were arrested and charged in relation to this ongoing investigation by GIS.
School bus driver charged with impaired driving in Dillon

School bus driver charged with impaired driving in Dillon

Buffalo River Dene Nation security officers and school employees observed signs a school bus driver was intoxicated.
Recount planned for Town of Battleford municipal election

Recount planned for Town of Battleford municipal election

The recount comes after David George, a returning councillor who participated in the election, was narrowly defeated by a single vote.
Borden and District News: Farmers market rings in the holidays

Borden and District News: Farmers market rings in the holidays

Shoppers swarm to a packed craft and bake sale.
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