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Inquest set into death of woman taken to hospital by N. B'ford RCMP

Inquest set into death of woman taken to hospital by N. B'ford RCMP

Jilissa Nighttraveller [Napachit] was found unresponsive in a bathroom at Battlefords Union Hospital on March 24, 2021. She had been transferred to hospital by police.
Tim Hortons launches Dream Cookies

Tim Hortons launches Dream Cookies

Three flavours now available.
Firefighting equipment stolen in Edam Fire Hall break-in

Firefighting equipment stolen in Edam Fire Hall break-in

If you have information related to this break-in and theft please call 310-RCMP for immediate response, or you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
In the years leading up to retirement, an updated financial plan is key: Experts

In the years leading up to retirement, an updated financial plan is key: Experts

It's never too late to make a financial plan.
Photos and video: N.B. WDM hosts Indigenous People's Day Pow Wow

Photos and video: N.B. WDM hosts Indigenous People's Day Pow Wow

"It is so good to see all the children enjoying the powwow," one spectator mentioned.
Duncan suspends Planned Parenthood from presenting in schools

Duncan suspends Planned Parenthood from presenting in schools

Planned Parenthood is suspended by Saskatchewan government from school presentations, after A-Z cards describing graphic sex were found in Lumsden
Ballantyne sentenced to 8 years in prison for Ryan Gatzke's murder

Ballantyne sentenced to 8 years in prison for Ryan Gatzke's murder

With credit for 1,134 days he served while on remand, Jacob Ballantyne has 1,221 days left to serve, or three-and-a-half years.
RCMP release sketch of attempted abduction suspect in North Battleford

RCMP release sketch of attempted abduction suspect in North Battleford

The suspect is described as an older Caucasian man, approximately 5-foot-6. He has grey, balding hair and a white beard.
Photos: Battle River Treaty 6 group celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day

Photos: Battle River Treaty 6 group celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day

The event was just one of many in the Battlefords in area, including a powwow at the Western Development museum, and the grand opening of Poundmaker's traditional lodge. 
Crop report: producers evaluate crops, hope for more rain

Crop report: producers evaluate crops, hope for more rain

Farmers are watching their moisture levels closely and are hoping for additional rain showers.
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