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Another Year Passes – Out with the Old and In with the New
And here goes another year of a pandemic. Who would have thought we would ever see a pandemic, let alone one that has lasted over two years. Now we have another variant that is changing travel plans f...
Dec 31, 2021

YEAR IN REVIEW: Ryan Meili hopes 2021 was a turning point
The past year has been a tough one for Saskatchewan and, NDP Leader Ryan Meili said, for him as well."I really care about what happens here," said Meili, "and in particular, as somebody who's a doc(to...
Dec 31, 2021

Dedicated Turtleford group takes part in Christmas Bird Count
TURTLEFORD, Sask. - A group of about 15 enthusiasts committed to participate in the Turtleford area Christmas Bird Count this year.Coordinator Brent Keen was pleased with the event held Dec. 28 but sa...
Dec 31, 2021

Mustangs set to close out 2021, open 2022 against rival Hawks
The hottest team in the SJHL returns from their Christmas Break looking to keep the fire going.Thirteen days ago, the Mustangs finished up a home-and-home sweep of the Nipawin Hawks, defeating them 6-...
Dec 31, 2021

SGI reminding everyone to celebrate New Year's responsibly
As many are preparing to celebrate the end of another tough year, others are encouraging everyone to do so responsibly.SGI is sending out a reminder for anyone who chooses to celebrate New Year's outs...
Dec 31, 2021

What’s happening to ring in the new year in P.A.?
With Christmas now wrapped up, many in the city will be ready to welcome 2022 this weekend.While the City of Prince Albert has no official events planned for Dec. 31, there are some activities happeni...
Dec 31, 2021

Year in Review: Reflecting on the Battlefords North Stars
During the Christmas season, our team at Pattison Media is once again producing positive stories based around holiday traditions and accomplishments for the region.It was a year of optimism for the Ba...
Dec 31, 2021

COVID kibosh on New Year's Eve parties and Biden vs Putin: In The News for Dec. 31
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Dec. 31 ... What we are watching in Canada ......
Dec 31, 2021

Many provinces modifying health restrictions amid rising COVID tide
With the relentless surge of the Omicron variant now pushing COVID-19 case numbers to new highs almost daily, governments across Canada are fighting back with tougher pandemic restrictions. Quebec Pre...
Dec 31, 2021

New Year's Eve parties cancelled, moved online in cities across Canada
VANCOUVER - Canada's major cities are set to ring in the New Year with more of a gentle chime than a resounding clang, with many official celebrations cancelled or moved online for the second year in ...
Dec 31, 2021