saskNOW | Saskatchewan | News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries, Classifieds

Alaska governor removes French as oil, gas commission chair

JUNEAU, Alaska - Gov. Mike Dunleavy has fired the chair of a state commission tasked with overseeing oil and gas drilling in Alaska, saying Hollis French was neglectful in his duties. French argues hi...

Whitmer will use current incentives to aid Fiat Chrysler

LANSING, Mich. - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Wednesday that Michigan's incentives for Fiat Chrysler to add 6,500 jobs in the state will not require legislative approval. She said the state will use exi...

North West College plans public meeting to discuss future growth

North West College is looking at the possibility of increasing its Battlefords campus to meet the growing needs of the campus.It will hold a community consultation March 6 to discuss the issue. Presid...

Feb 27, 2019 North West College Battlefords campus is planning a community engagement event March 6 at the Dekker Centre to gather public feedback. : Angela Brown

Arbitrator orders Fox to pay $179M in "Bones" profit dispute

LOS ANGELES - An arbitrator has ordered 21st Century Fox to pay $179 million in a dispute over profits with the stars of the long-running Fox TV show "Bones." The decision revealed in a court filing F...

Jigging challenge underscores importance of northern ice roads

First Nations leaders across Saskatchewan are embracing the Ice Road Jigging Challenge.Ever since ice roads began opening in recent weeks, northerners and several chiefs have been demonstrating their ...

Feb 27, 2019 Lac La Ronge Indian Band Chief Tammy Cook-Searson took the challenge Feb. 17 on Wollaston Lake. (Facebook/Tammy Cook-Searson)

BUFC finishes indoor season, sets sights on outdoor campaign

It was a great way to finish off the indoor season for Battlefords United FC. Last weekend, the junior and senior teams participated in Provincials in Saskatoon and placed second and third respectivel...

Feb 27, 2019 Battlefords United FC. (Submitted photo/Kat Huxley) : Tyler Marr

Ministry of Highways changes speed limits near Tisdale

Drivers will need to hit the brakes a little harder while strolling through Tisdale.The Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure reviewed and revised speed zones on Highway 3 and 35 in Tisdale after a ...

Feb 27, 2019 Speed limits going in and out of Tisdale on Highway 3 will slow down 10 km/h after the town request to the Ministry of Highway's and Infrastructure. (Submitted photo/Government of Saskatchewan).

Muskoday candidate promises responsible financial management

A woman who has helped manage Muskoday First Nation for the better part of seven years, has decided to run for chief.Sandy Burns is one of three candidates vying for the position on the March 21 elect...

Feb 27, 2019 (Nigel Maxwell/paNOW Staff)

Canadian speedskater Bloemen feeling good after coming back downtime, injuries

CALGARY - Canadian speedskater Ted-Jan Bloemen admits he has had trouble finding his stride this season after taking some time away from competition, then dealing with back injuries on his return to t...

Overhauled Vancouver Whitecaps 'hungry' going into new MLS season

VANCOUVER - Marc Dos Santos has been scouring the globe for talent and crafting a new style of play as he worked to rebuild the Vancouver Whitecaps this off-season. Now, the new head coach's work is g...