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Federated Co-op’s annual report shows $1.3B sales decline in 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic hasn't been kind to Federated Co-op.The company owned by roughly 190 co-ops in Western Canada is reporting a sharp decline in net profits, according to its annual report.Net prof...
Mar 03, 2021

Smoker to Go
The Battlefords Wildlife Federation is hosting it's Smoker to Go Saturday, April 10 at the Clubhouse.There are limited advanced tickets.See the poster below.
Mar 03, 2021

Sask. alcohol sales increase leading to jump in harms: Expert
An increase in liquor sales is getting the attention of addiction experts in Saskatchewan.The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Association (SLGA) reported a 7.9 per cent increase in wholesale operations...
Mar 03, 2021

Conservative MP David Sweet joins chorus calling for end to COVID-19 restrictions
OTTAWA - A Conservative MP has joined the chorus of voices calling for an end to COVID-19 lockdowns. Ontario MP David Sweet says the pandemic-related restrictions are causing huge psychological and ec...
Mar 03, 2021

Sask. Hockey Association ponders discipline after video shows team breaking health orders
The Saskatchewan Hockey Association is looking at putting a team into the penalty box after a Facebook video was posted of the club playing a game.A video posted on social media appears to show the Un...
Mar 03, 2021

Roughriders add former NFL defensive lineman
The Saskatchewan Roughriders added to their depth on the defensive line Tuesday.The CFL team announced it had signed American defensive lineman Anthony Lanier II, a 6-foot-6, 285-pounder who spent the...
Mar 03, 2021

All crew members of Atlantic Destiny scallop trawler safe after fire at sea: company
HALIFAX - The owner of a scallop trawler that caught fire at sea south of Yarmouth, N.S., Tuesday night says all crew members are safely off the boat. Ocean Choice International expressed gratitude We...
Mar 03, 2021

RCMP execute search warrant at Star City home
Three people have been arrested after a search warrant was completed in Star City early this morning.According to a media release, Melfort RCMP executed the warrant at a home in the town and arrested ...
Mar 03, 2021

Have Your Say Regarding Accessibility Legislation for Saskatchewan
The Government of Saskatchewan has created a forum for online engagement for accessibility legislation. Our government is developing legislation (a set of laws) to prevent and remove barriers for peop...
Mar 03, 2021

S.H.A.R.E. Fundraiser for Local Programs
SHARE is Hosting a Golf Dream Fundraiser to support it's local programming.See the poster for full details.
Mar 03, 2021