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Art exhibit touring Sask. demonstrates beauty of muskegs
Peatlands, also commonly known as muskegs, are an important part of the eco-system in Northern Saskatchewan and many other parts of the world. They not only provide a crucial role in maintaining the c...
Sep 17, 2025
Prairie North Co-op supporting regional libraries through Fuel Good Day
Local Co-op gas stations are once again participating in Fuel Good Day.Back for its ninth year, Fuel Good Day sees a minimum of five cents per litre of fuel sold donated to local charities."This year ...
Sep 16, 2025
Recent incidents pointing towards rise in randomly targeted gun crimes
Prince Albert's top cop is addressing concerns after several recent incidents have suggested an increase in violence against the general population in the city and across the province.Last week near W...
Sep 16, 2025
Lt.-Gov. McIntyre's tour delivers Northern Student Achievement Awards
Lt.-Gov. Bernadette McIntyre is touring Northern Saskatchewan this week to present six students with an Award of Excellence. The award recognizes one student from Northern Saskatchewan in each grade l...
Sep 16, 2025
Meadow Lake SheDevils to tackle Western Canada's top youth ruby sevens tournament
For a decade, the Meadow Lake SheDevils have been proving rugby isn't just a boys' game. This month, they'll take that spirit on the road to Kamloops, B.C., competing Sept. 20-21 in the largest youth ...
Sep 16, 2025
Shortage of housing inventory in Melfort leading to higher prices, some frustration
It's certainly a seller's market in Melfort real estate these days. The housing inventory is incredibly low in the city as buyers far outpace sellers in the current market. Richelle Rogers, broker/age...
Sep 16, 2025
Man swims in 70 different Sask. lakes to mark milestone birthday
Most people mark their 70th birthday with cake and candles - but one Saskatchewan man dove into celebration by swimming 70 lakes across the province.Gerald Siemen's quest started on May 15 at Top Lake...
Sep 16, 2025
City officials say one chunk of money for event centre close to being announced
A plan by the City of Prince Albert to build an event centre next to the new arena and swimming pool may have a glimmer of light at the end of the funding tunnel. Discussion during Monday's council me...
Sep 16, 2025
North West College celebrates 50 years with community barbecue
North West College celebrated its 50th anniversary in the Battlefords with a barbecue open to the public. Dr. Eli Ahlquist, president and CEO of North West College said the community is to thank for t...
Sep 16, 2025
Battlefords Sharks U18 AAA Wins 2025 Calgary Firestarter Tournament Ahead of the Season
Each year, rep girls hockey teams gather in Calgary for the Firestarter Tournament, an event meant to showcase female hockey talent and get the teams kicked off for the year. It is one of the elite to...
Sep 16, 2025