Murray Wood: Social media exposes racists all around us
Murray Wood says he's constantly surprised by how many people are openly expressing racist views on social media. If you...
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Historic sign stolen from Saskatchewan's largest tree near Blaine Lake
In the heart of the North Saskatchewan River Valley, near Blaine Lake, stands the largest tree ever recorded in the province. The plains cottonwood and poplar cross, locally known as the Popoff Tree, ...
Jun 07, 2026
Cold or allergies? Spring symptoms can be hard to tell apart
As winter gives way to warmer weather, many people are noticing the return of sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes - but it's not always clear whether it's a cold or allergies. "It can be quite tricky,...
May 03, 2026
Man to face second-degree murder charge in North Battleford
A man being charged in relation to the death of 36-year-old Tyson Mosquito in North Battleford on April 28 has been arrested. Tyson Cummer, 21, from North Battleford was charged with one count of seco...
May 03, 2026 A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Tyson Cummer. He is described as 5-foot-10 and weighs 200 lbs He has brown eyes and black, curly hair as well as a large scar on his right arm, RCMP said. (Saskatchewan RCMP/Submitted)
Teen storm chaser bringing mobile tornado siren to Cut Knife
Aaron Rutley's fascination with storms started at a young age, and now the 18-year-old storm chaser is putting that interest into action. On April 27, he'll be testing his mobile tornado siren in the ...
Apr 26, 2026
Three arrested, one man still wanted after North Battleford municipal break-in
Three people have been charged, and one man is wanted by RCMP after a break-in at a municipal building in North Battleford in March. Saskatchewan RCMP said in a news release on April 20 that on March ...
Apr 21, 2026 Battlefords RCMP are looking for a man after a break-in at a municipal building in North Battleford in March. RCMP said he was wearing a black baseball hat, a black Toronto Raptors hoodie, black Puma brand pants, and white and black shoes. (Saskatchewan RCMP/Submitted)
Urban road upgrades will link to key highways across Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is investing in urban roads that connect to major highways, with projects planned in communities across the province, including Prince Albert and North Battleford. Highways Minister Kim G...
Apr 12, 2026 Highways Minister Kim Gartner said the work is aimed at improving key transportation links for local traffic and supporting the province’s export-driven economy. (wabeno/Depositphotos.com)
Saskatchewan family celebrates Ukrainian Easter heritage
You will treasure that egg forever. That's what Rona Painter said as she recalled the collection of Ukrainian pysanky Easter eggs passed down to her by her own Baba - delicate heirlooms rich with hist...
Apr 05, 2026 Pysanky Easter eggs made by Rona Painter and her daughter. (Rona Painter/Submitted)
'I'm not leaving my son': Mother recalls desperate moments as teen pulled from burning crash
"I'm not leaving my son." That's what Breanna Dillon remembered telling bystanders as flames spread through her family's crashed vehicle near Paynton last Thursday - her 13-year-old boy still trapped ...
Mar 25, 2026
Teacher shortage cuts early French immersion in northwest Sask.
A Loon Lake parent says his daughter will have to leave French immersion earlier than expected after a northwest Saskatchewan school division scaled back the program due to a teacher shortage. "She's ...
Mar 21, 2026 Director of education for Northwest School Division, Jennifer Williamson, said the division is also facing growing competition for qualified teachers across the country. (photographee.eu / Depositphotos.com)
North Battleford high school dismissal delayed by lockdown
On Tuesday afternoon, families with students at a North Battleford high school were notified of an emergency lockdown happening at the school. The lockdown at North Battleford Comprehensive High Schoo...
Mar 17, 2026
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Sarah Mills: Summer fun begins in school already
With field trips and pool visits, Sarah Mills says June may seem like a different education system, but the month also c...
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The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, June 9
Evan talks about the re-emergence of a flesh-eating parasite in U.S. livestock for the first time in decades, Saskatchew...