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Farm safety day back at Battlefords Agricultural Society

Kids in the Battlefords area will have a chance to learn some helpful tips they need to know about staying safe on the farm, during the upcoming Progressive Agricultural Safety Day. The event will tak...

Mar 24, 2023

MGBHLM First Nation sees return of bison

It was a joyous occasion for the Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man (MGBHLM) community Monday when a thundering herd of bison were released on the First Nation's lands, off Highway 4 South. The c...

Feb 21, 2023

Murray Lake Ice Fishing Derby fundraiser to help youth

Outdoor enthusiasts will be gearing up to head to Murray Lake near Cochin for the upcoming Ice Fishing Derby. The event will be held on March 4, from noon to 4 p.m.Proceeds will benefit Saulteaux and ...

Feb 05, 2023

Meadow Lake Co-op honours longtime agronomist Dave Cubbon

Longtime Meadow Lake Co-op agronomist Dave Cubbon was fted at a special retirement celebration this week. The farewell gathering was held at the Seniors Activity Centre in Meadow Lake Tuesday afternoo...

Jan 18, 2023

Turtleford area annual Christmas Bird Count coming up

The Turtleford area group of birding enthusiasts is getting geared up to take part in their annual Christmas Bird Count event again this year.Coordinator Brent Keen hopes to see a good turnout for the...

Dec 11, 2022

Lloyd Ex looking forward to PBR Winter Classic bull-riding show

These cowboys will be showing their stamina and skill at the Lloyd Ex PBR Winter Classic Professional Bull Riders show coming up Nov. 26. Doors for the event will open at 6 p.m., and the bull-riding p...

Nov 18, 2022

Battlefords Agricultural Society hoping for more members

The Battlefords Agricultural Society is getting ready for its upcoming Annual General Meeting and is putting the call out for new members. The date for the meeting is still being confirmed but there i...

Nov 10, 2022

MGBHLM First Nation cattle company making progress

A First Nation cattle company in the Battlefords area is enjoying success, after starting for the first time last year.Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man First Nation (MGBHLM) Economic Developmen...

Oct 28, 2022

Midwest Food Resources wraps up community gardens harvest

Midwest Food Resources community gardens in North Battleford are winding down for the season after wrapping up their harvest. The project includes three gardens: the first is used by participating loc...

Oct 06, 2022

Midwest Food Resources Pumpkin Festival promotes locally-grown produce

The Midwest Food Resources' (MFR) first-ever pumpkin festival turned out to be a big success, with lots of people attending.The event took place Sunday at the non-profit's Community Garden, located of...

Sep 20, 2022