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The Saskatoon district synchronized swimming team performed their freestyle routine Tuesday afternoon at the Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre as part of the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games. More photos from the first three days of the games can be found on Page 13. Photo by Lucas Punkari
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At approximately 5 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 18, Battlefords RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of a break and enter at a rural property west of Battleford. Initial investigation determined that an unidentified suspect had been observed breaking into an outbuilding. The same suspect is then believed to have discharged a firearm once at the residence, resulting in a broken window. No injuries were reported. Police Dog Services (PDS) attended and determined the suspect had then fled on foot to a waiting
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vehicle. The suspect was not located. The only description available is that the suspect was approximately 5'7", wearing dark clothing and a backpack. Anyone with information regarding suspicious vehicles or activity in the area is asked to contact Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). This investigation is ongoing with assistance from the RCMP’s Forensic Identification Section (FIS). “Saskatchewan RCMP continue to target our enforcement efforts and focus on crime reduction strategies. A key part
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of this is our Divisional Crime Reduction team which continues to be active in the west-central part of the province, including the Battlefords area,” says an RCMP news release. The team is made up of members with specialized enforcement and investigative skills. Based on intelligence, analysis of crime trends and consultation with community leaders, the team conducts target enforcement which includes conducting highvisibility patrols, tracking chronic, prolific offenders, tackling criminal activity and executing arrest warrants. See more from the RCMP on Page 7.
Young Saskatchewan athletes from nine districts are braving frigid temperatures to represent hundreds of communities at the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games, which kicked off in North Battleford Sunday. The games will leave a significant legacy in the host community and surrounding area through investment in infrastructure and equipment and through economic impact with North Battleford expecting an estimated visitor expenditure of more than $4 million, according to a government news release. Since 2016, the Saskatchewan Games Legacy Program has provided matched funding support of up to $250,000 toward facility upgrades and major equipment purchases. Half a million dollars in investments will benefit the City of North Battleford. Notable upgrades include: • Ski/snow-cross starting gate at Table Mountain • A new wrestling mat that will be used by the North Battleford Comprehensive High School after the games; and, • Overhead curling cameras at the Northland Power Curling Centre that will allow spectators to have a bird’s eye view of the curling sheet.
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According to Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowsky, “The Government of Saskatchewan extends our thanks to the City of North Battleford and the 1,200 volunteers who have contributed hundreds of hours to put on an inclusive and exciting event. Best of luck to the 2,000 Saskatchewan athletes, coaches and mission staff who will surely ‘Celebrate Winter’s Best!’” On Sunday, the opening ceremonies featured a performance by worldacclaimed hoop dancer Lawrence Roy Jr., the Lighting of the Flame, and the swearing of the Athletes’ Official Oaths. Dignitaries attending the ceremonies included hockey player Fred Sasakamoose, curler Amber Holland, and Elder Mary Kahpeaysewat. Two hometown RCMP members, Cpl. James Fenrich and Cst. Matea Steinborn who were born and raised here in the Battlefords, were involved in the ceremony. They were also joined by Cst. Jane Kenny of the Battlefords Detachment and two Saskatoon City Police Officers Constables Pam and Beau Fouquette whose son Tre’ Fouquette is also participating in the games as a defenceman for Prairie Central.
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