Author Archives:

Trudeau says he knew about investigation into general overseeing vaccines weeks ago
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he learned weeks ago that the military officer overseeing Canada's vaccination campaign was under investigation. Trudeau says he did not know the details of...
May 18, 2021

Early survey results show big concerns in Alberta over Rocky Mountain coal mining
EDMONTON - Early results from a provincial survey on coal mining in the Rocky Mountains show major concerns about expanding the industry. Ninety per cent of the respondents say there are some areas of...
May 18, 2021

Power outage causes line-ups in La Ronge
SaskPower says 8,800 customers were affected by the power outage that was triggered yesterday by the wildfire on the northeast edge of Prince Albert.That outage is impacting a wide region including Wa...
May 18, 2021

JRMCC Outdoor Equipment Rental Program Starting Up
Hey outdoor enthusiasts, our outdoor equipment rental program starts up again on May 18. All disinfecting requirements will be done accordingly. Advance bookings and etransfers preferred. Contact Nich...
May 18, 2021

Canada gives WADA nearly $1 million extra to battle doping in sport
MONTREAL - Canada has topped up its contributions to the World Anti-Doping Agency for a total of $2.7 million so far in 2021. The Canadian government provided an additional $936,000 on top of the $1.7...
May 18, 2021

Battlefords and District Farmer's Market is Open for the Season
Battlefords and District Farmer's Market is open for the season starting Saturday, May 22 at 8:30 AM CSTlocated at 1371 102nd St, North Battleford.The Market is always looking for vendors to join our ...
May 18, 2021

Residents say closure of Buckland Bridge raises safety issues
The Buckland Bridge has been closed for roughly seven months, and construction on the replacement remains in limbo until federal funding is secured. In the meantime, patience is waring thin. Sarah-Mar...
May 18, 2021

Edmonton Oilers' veteran goalie Mike Smith relishes another playoff chance
EDMONTON - A shot at a Stanley Cup late in an NHL career is something to savour. Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mike Smith is a 39-year-old veteran aspiring to hoist the Cup before the end of his career. ...
May 18, 2021

P.A. wildfire still uncontained
As crews continue to tackle a large wildfire burning on the northeast edge of the city, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency's website shows the blaze is 3694.8 hectares in size and still uncontained...
May 18, 2021

SRPSD Distance Learning Centre Virtual Open House
The SRPSD Distance Learning Centre is hosting a Virtual Open House on June 2 at 6:30 pm for families interested in learning more about online learning for the 2021-22 school year. To receive your link...
May 18, 2021