Environment

SPSA wildfire update: residents near Candle Lake, Meath Park on high alert

A pre-alert for possible evacuation has been issued by Candle Lake Emergency Services as a result of the 'Camp' and 'Shoe' fires currently burning to the east of the resort village. In a public notice...

May 15, 2025

Ministry of Environment looking to protect Saskatchewan waters from invasive species

For many in Saskatchewan, the May Long weekend is the official kickoff to summer in the province, and that often means heading out to the lake either camping or hitting the water. That also brings the...

May 15, 2025

Anthrax confirmed in cattle in R.M. of Paynton

The province is urging producers to remain vigilant after anthrax was confirmed in cattle in the Rural Municipality (R.M.) of Paynton No. 470, located about 64 kilometres northwest of North Battleford...

May 14, 2025

Sask. Immigration minister to ask for two-year work permit extension

With a new federal cabinet announced and a new federal immigration minister getting settled in, Saskatchewan's immigration minister is looking to put together a deal.Tuesday morning, Lena Metlege Diab...

May 13, 2025

Uncontrolled release at oil well near Lloyd; residents frustrated with lack of communication

Cenovus is dealing with a well release at the Rush Lake 2 thermal facility, about 80 kilometers southeast of Lloydminster. In a statement emailed to battlefordsNOW, the energy company's media relation...

May 13, 2025

Fire ban issued in RM of Battle River #438

A fire ban is now in effect for the Rural Municipality of Battle River No. 438.READ MORE - Potential warm record-breaking temps in the forecast for parts of Sask.READ MORE - Wildfire season is here ac...

May 07, 2025

Onion Lake on evacuation standby due to wildfire

Residents of the Harlan Road area on Onion Lake Cree Nation are currently on evacuation standby due to a wildfire in the area. The fire started around 6:00 p.m. on May 4 and due to dry weather conditi...

May 07, 2025

Poultry producers on alert after avian flu infects three Saskatchewan flocks

No commercial poultry farms in Saskatchewan have encountered avian flu yet, but recent cases in backyard flocks have prompted heightened awareness with producers who are ensuring they're up to date on...

May 07, 2025

Meadow Lake residents frustrated by persistent smell; City plans de-sludging

An odour lingering in the air through Meadow Lake has several residents asking, 'What's that smell?'The pungent and persistent odour originates from the sewage lagoon and the City said its taking acti...

May 05, 2025

Evacuations ordered as four homes burn in uncontained wildfire on James Smith Cree Nation

Four homes have been destroyed, and around a dozen others were evacuated as an out-of-control wildfire tore through James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN), displacing roughly 30 people.The blaze, named 25PA-J...

May 04, 2025