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Regional perimeter checkpoints implemented in northwestern Saskatchewan as COVID-19 outbreak continues
The mayor of a northwestern Saskatchewan town is asking those who don't live in Ile-a-la-Crosse, La Loche, or numerous First Nations communities not to travel there unless absolutely necessary.As of T...
Apr 23, 2020 Photo Courtesy FB Page of Northern Village of Ile-a-la-Crosse.
CDC tells South Dakota pork plant how to operate more safely
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday recommended that the operators of a South Dakota meatpacking plant where about 800 workers contracted the coronavirus imp...
Apr 23, 2020
Chamber preparing for new challenge following province's announcement
The details for reopening Saskatchewan were greeted with some optimism by the business community in the Battlefords, however, challenges still lie ahead.Chamber of Commerce C.O.O. Linda Machniak said ...
Apr 23, 2020 (battlefordsNOW Staff)
Urban planning course reimagines Prince Albert's riverbank
A group of urban planning students from the University of Saskatchewan have reimagined Prince Albert's downtown riverbank as a vibrant cultural hub and an international tourism destination.Their propo...
Apr 23, 2020 One of the proposals includes a multi-level boardwalk that will extend beyond the river's edge and serve as a space for activities including fitness classes and festivals. (Urbanada/YouTube)
3,800 surgeries postponed in Saskatchewan over COVID-19
As the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) tries to keep on its toes and ready for a possible surge in COVID-19 cases, thousands of other surgery patients are being told to wait.Part of the authority'...
Apr 23, 2020 An intravenous fluid bag at a trauma room at the Regina General Hospital's emergency department. (Evan Radford/980 CJME)
Melfort's Ferland named to CJFL All-Decade Team, preparing for CFL season during COVID-19 pandemic
The accolades for Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive lineman Logan Ferland continue to pile up.The 23-year-old offensive lineman and Melfort and Unit Comprehensive Collegiate alumni was named to the C...
Apr 23, 2020 Logan Ferland's head shot with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. (CFL)
Hook, line, and sinker: lake goers excited about phase one of Sask. re-opening
Prince Albert's Jaimie Samson says she can't wait to get her family's boat in the water.The family of four, who have a cabin and dock spot at Emma Lake, is one of many families across the province tha...
Apr 23, 2020 (Sask. Government)
Guarded approval by P.A. businesses to COVID-19 re-open plan
nowThe middle of next month will feel a little bit like the good old days pre-COVID-19 as stores and some professional services can re-open. And local business owners are guardedly welcoming the news....
Apr 23, 2020 Ted Matheson clothier has credited the public's response to public health measures for his store being allowed to re-open (Glenn Hicks/paNOW Staff)
Construction begins on $6.75 million seasonal road to Wollaston Lake
Construction has started on a $6.75 million seasonal road joining Wollaston Lake and Hatchet Lake Denesuline First Nation to Highway 905. That's according to a media release, which stated the federal ...
Apr 23, 2020 Chief Bart Tsannie said the road will further open access to northern communities. (Tina Pelletier/Facebook)
Backyard fires allowed during COVID-19, Melfort Fire Chief says
As the snow melts, and the weather warms up, fire pits are going to start making their way out of sheds.According to Melfort Fire Chief Shaun Stewart, we must still adhere to the provincial government...
Apr 23, 2020 (Angie Rolheiser/northeastNOW Staff)