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North Star
MLTC joins Carbon Alpha for North Star Project
Carbon capture and storage is in Meadow Lake's future. The Meadow Lake Tribal Council has partnered with Carbon Alpha for the North Star Project to capture the CO2 emitted from a biomass project and inject it into the earth. The development will add an additional layer to the MLTC Bioenergy Centre with the carbon dioxi...
Apr 25, 2024
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Get Ready for Summer with SaskParks
As we celebrate Saskatchewan Tourism Week, we'd would like to express our for being a part of the province's tourism ecosystem. Our parks and businesses in them play a key role in showcasing the natural beauty of Saskatchewan and providing visitors with unforgettable experiences. During this year's reservation launch 3...
Apr 22, 2024
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Intake Period Open for Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program 2024-25
The initial intake period for the Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program is open, with applications being accepted until May 15, 2024. Introduced in 2019-20, the program provides grants for repairs an upgrades, special events, operations, programs and activities to engage communities and advance the work of...
Apr 22, 2024
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Party in the Pasture
The St. Walburg Rec Board and Communiplex Fundrasing Group are pleased to bring you Party in the Pasture 2024. See video from the 2022 Event last year.We are excited to build off the last few years as we plan to bring tourism, business and community together once again at the St. Walburg Exhibition grounds from May 31-...
Apr 19, 2024
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Community News

MEL-BEX
Meadow Lake business awards making a triumphant return
The MLBEX Awards are coming back. After a year-long hiatus, the best in business that Meadow Lake has to offer will welcome guests to the Chamber of Commerce fundraiser on April 26"We didn't set any goals, just - just trying to make it as big an event and make that comeback and raise awareness to all the people in...
Apr 19, 2024
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Meadow Lake Bull Riding and Rodeo Returns to New Location
Have you heard the news?We are back and bringing you three days of bull riding and rodeo action, this time at a new location... Bear Creek Gymkhana Grounds!Mark your calendars you're not gonna wanna miss this! June 6th - BRC Bull Riding with beer gardens to followJune 8th - LRA Rodeo with Dance to followMore informatio...
Apr 18, 2024
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Survey Seeking Feedback on Accessibility of Government Facilities, Programs and Services
The Government of Saskatchewan is inviting members of the public to fill out an accessibility survey from April 15 until May 10, 2024. The survey asks about accessibility barriers persons with disabilities may experience when they use government facilities, programs and services."I encourage all interested members...
Apr 16, 2024
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Red River Mutual Providing $150,000 to Improve Community Spaces
Spruce Up Your Story Celebrates its Fifth Year of Bringing Communities Together Applications are now open for this year's Red River Mutual community sponsorship initiative, Spruce Up Your Story, which is back for its fifth year. The initiative offers $150,000 in total to restore well-worn, but well-loved community spac...
Apr 15, 2024
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Back to School
'Back to school': Schools welcome students' return
Students in Meadow Lake and the Battlefords will head back to a normal classroom setting on Monday following the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation's lifting of sanctions.According to an online letter on Light of Christ Catholic School Division that was addressed to families, all schools within the board will go back to...
Apr 12, 2024
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CHS Rib Cook-Off
CHS is hosting a Rib Cook-Off Fundraiser April 18 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. at the gym.See the poster for details.
Apr 12, 2024
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Rosie Film
'Rosie' to make Meadow Lake debut for National Canadian Film Day
A story of a little girl finding family in the unlikeliest of places is set to give audiences at the Meadow Lake Library the full range of emotions for National Canadian Film Day."I didn't even know about it, it somehow completely was off my radar," said Tawn Marshall, programming clerk. "Rosie", th...
Apr 11, 2024
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The Saskatchewan Tree for Life Program
The Saskatchewan Tree for Life Program was started in 2021 to encourage planting trees to support healthy watersheds across the province. To date, 36,600 trees have been distributed through the program. Funds raised from the program go towards source water protection projects and programming in Saskatchewan. To learn m...
Apr 11, 2024
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Top up on the Way for Eligible Livestock Producers Through 2023 Canada-Saskatchewan Feed Program
Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit have announced additional payments will be provided to eligible livestock producers already enrolled in the 2023 Canada-Saskatchewan Feed Program. The Program, introduced on October 20, 2023, was put in pl...
Apr 10, 2024
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Pine Needle Mountain Bike and Music Festival Celebrates 10 Years
The Pine Needle Mountain Bike and Music Festival is celebrating 10 years of fun for all ages and interests.To be held, June 9 at Little Red River Park, Prince Albert, this festival brings together a mountain bike festival, music and the MNP Kids Wilderness run.Register a team today! BIKE EVENTThe 6 hour Pine Needle Mou...
Apr 09, 2024
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Work to Rule
Work to Rule leads to shorter school days
Students in Saskatchewan will have shorter class schedules during the week-long work to rule action due to the ongoing stalemate between the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation and the Moe government. "There's a full withdrawal of extracurricular activities and noon-hour supervision," said Kaitlin Harman, commu...
Apr 08, 2024
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Win the Ultimate Fishing Getaway
Experience the Ultimate Fishing Getaway! Win a 4-day, 4-night adventure for two at Hatchet Lake Lodge, valued at $16,960! Upon landing on a private airstrip, you'll be transported by boat to a private island just 5 minutes away, where the three-story lodge awaits.Every day, you'll embark on thrilling fishing expedition...
Apr 08, 2024
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Saskatchewan Students to have 24/7 Online Access to High School Transcripts
High school and Adult 12 student transcripts will be available online beginning in summer 2024, through a partnership with the Association of Registrars of the Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC), which owns MyCredsTM. The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to offer this service to students making the proces...
Apr 08, 2024
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SIRT Investigation
SIRT investigating Maidstone RCMP after failed wellness check
The provincial body that investigates possible police misconduct is looking into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 68-year-old man in the RM of Britannia on April 3. According to a statement from the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) a relative of the senior first called police just after 7 ...
Apr 05, 2024
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Serious Injuries
Man dies following serious injuries; police fail to complete wellness check
A man has died of "serious injuries" after a report was made to Maidstone RCMP in the early evening of April. 3 at a home in the RM of Britannia. His family has been notified. Police initially received a wellness check request earlier that morning but according to the release, a physical check was not done. A...
Apr 05, 2024
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Women Trades
New government funding offered for Journey to Trades; promote women in trades
Women in the Battleford looking to build careers in the trades will have educational funding support thanks to a partnership between the provincial government and the organization Women Building Futures. The Journey to Trades pre-employment program will receive $248,000 in funding from the Ministry of Immigration and C...
Mar 31, 2024
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Fire Ban
Fire Ban called for RM of Meadow Lake
A fire ban has been announced for the RM of Meadow Lake. According to a release, the ban, while not in effect in the City of Meadow Lake, will prohibit any open fires on private and crown lands, in wooded areas, recreation locations and all burn permits are suspended until further notice. Fire pits are, however, allowe...
Mar 28, 2024
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Inspiring Hope Together
Keynote Speaker Spotlight! We are thrilled to announce that Jenny Hardy, Anne Kirvan, Stephanie Carter, and Chantalle Clarkin from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) will be presenting on "9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline in Canada - Early Implementation Outcomes" at the National Suicide Preventi...
Mar 27, 2024
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Lego Challenge at the Library
Have some time on your hands next week when school's out? Pop down and spend some of it with us! Tuesday, April 3 from 2-4pm we will have a Lego Challenge: get one big scoop of random piece and see what you can create for our display case.Wednesday, April 4 from 2-4pm, our button making machines will be out in full for...
Mar 27, 2024
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Partial Eclipse
A total eclipse of the sun is coming in April, Sask. to see partial
A vision not witnessed by Canadians in roughly 45 years is about to inspire awe in those who are able to see it in totality. On Mon., April. 8, a total eclipse of the sun will track across Canada. In Saskatchewan, however, a partial eclipse will be seen and for those planning to watch it, be sure to either have eclipse...
Mar 26, 2024
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Mazergroup Ag Excellence Scholarship
Applications are now open for the Mazergroup Ag Excellence Scholarship!We have FIVE $1000 scholarships available. Deadline to apply is May 1st, 2024.For more details visit: Strong, vibrant communities are important. Mazergroup believes in giving back to the communities where our families and customers work, live and pl...
Mar 26, 2024
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New Investments in Parks and Recreation Benefit Saskatchewan People and Communities
Saskatchewan's provincial and regional parks will benefit from funding increases in the 2024-25 Provincial Budget through investments in capital improvements and ongoing maintenance."As Saskatchewan's population grows, we continue to invest in the places and experiences that help make our province the best place t...
Mar 25, 2024
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First in Franchise History
U18 Northwest Sharks win AA provincial championship
The Northwest Sharks U18 AA team made history Sunday night in North Battleford, taking home a 2-1 win in Game 3 of their provincial final series with the Regina Rebels, to win their first provincial championship in franchise history. Goaltender, Shelbi Thunderblanket stopped 37-of-38 Regina shots to backstop the team t...
Mar 25, 2024
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Planning Your Sask Parks Adventures
Planning your epic Sask Parks adventure? Fantastic choice! But sometimes, questions pop up along the way. Don't worry, we've got you covered! Do you have a question about your upcoming stay prior to the reservation launch? Whether it's about specific campsites, park activities, or even park policies, our Parks Info tea...
Mar 21, 2024
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