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New school reaches completion in La Loche
The new Ntlazt Elementary School in La Loche is complete. This marks the culmination of a project aimed at providing a modern and culturally enriched learning environment for students in the region."C...
Apr 30, 2025

Council in Nipawin gives first reading to the new Official Community Plan
The final review of Nipawin's Official Community Plan (OCP) has been reviewed by town council. They gave it first reading at their latest council meeting on April 28. "An Official Community Plan is a ...
Apr 30, 2025

Bruce Fanjoy, retired businessman, says he defeated Poilievre by listening to voters
OTTAWA - Bruce Fanjoy says he achieved something unexpected in Monday's election - the defeat of a high-profile Conservative leader in his own riding - simply by showing up on doorsteps and paying att...
Apr 30, 2025

North Battleford to begin annual water main flushing May 5
If your taps run a little rusty after dark next week, don't panic - it's part of North Battleford's annual unidirectional water main flushing to maintain water quality and ensure the city's water dist...
Apr 30, 2025

Elks draft pick Darien Newell receives year-long ban for doping violations
TORONTO - Edmonton Elks draft pick Darien Newell has been given a year-long ban by the CFL for a series of doping infractions. The Queen's defensive lineman was Edmonton's second-round pick in Tuesday...
Apr 30, 2025

Yariel Rodriguez to serve as Blue Jays' opener vs. Red Sox in bullpen day for Toronto
TORONTO - Right-handed pitcher Yariel Rodriguez will serve as the Toronto Blue Jays' so-called opener tonight against the Boston Red Sox. Toronto manager John Schneider had said that the second game o...
Apr 30, 2025

Battlefords Pickleball Club gets injection of funds for upgrades and training
A sport that is gaining in popularity worldwide is serving up some fun and comradery in the Battlefords. Earlier this week, the Saskatchewan Senior Fitness Association (SSFA) awarded the Battlefords P...
Apr 30, 2025

Carolina Hurricanes reach 3-year, $9.5 million extension with forward Taylor Hall
The Carolina Hurricanes wasted little time in reaching an extension for trade-acquisition Taylor Hall. The team announced Wednesday that Hall had signed a three-year, $9.5 million contract through the...
Apr 30, 2025

Barcelona and Inter Milan draw 3-3 in thrilling first leg of their Champions League semifinal
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Barcelona and Inter Milan delivered a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal on Wednesday. The game featured gorgeous goals from both sides and...
Apr 30, 2025

Northern leaders react to Belanger's federal win
Lac La Ronge Indian Band (LLRIB) Chief Tammy Cook-Searson believes the federal election results on Monday were good for Northern Saskatchewan. "I think it will probably make a huge difference to have ...
Apr 30, 2025