Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Local businesses concerned about UPAR construction amid pandemic
Some local businesses on 100 Street are concerned about the impact from construction this summer after dealing with reduced sales from the province's COVID-19 restrictions. The City of North Battlefor...
Apr 29, 2020 Co-owner of Kelly's Computer Works Darryl Arnold in North Battleford is concerned about how the UPAR work will impact his business this summer after already dealing with reduced sales from the COVID-19 restrictions. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Cargill beef plant to reopen next week after COVID-19 outbreak forced closure
CALGARY - Workers are to return Monday to a beef processing plant south of Calgary that was closed for two weeks because of a COVID-19 outbreak. Cargill says its High River facility will restart ...
Apr 29, 2020
Dentists and optometrists face challenge in opening first
There's excitement for dentists and optometrists being in the first group of businesses able to reopen in Saskatchewan on May 4. However, the caveats involved could cause many to delay.So far, the Col...
Apr 29, 2020 Optometrists and dentists are wrestling with whether or not to open on May 4, due to COVID-19 related restrictions. (Submitted photo/Parkview Optometric Services)
The Emporium on Burrows in Melfort closing up shop
After just four years in business in Melfort, the Emporium on Burrows is closing their doors.There are many compounding factors that have led to the decision to close up shop.Owner Gloria Carrier told...
Apr 29, 2020 The Emporium on Burrows in Melfort is clearing out stock and shutting down. (Angie Rolheiser/northeastNOW staff)
Concerns raised about lack of PPE ahead of May 4 dentistry restart
A Prince Albert dentist wants the public to note the profession is not as ready as some might think for a return to work on May 4, citing a lack of personal protective equipment (PPE). Meanwhile, the ...
Apr 28, 2020 Stock photo (ID 148031444 © Auremar | Dreamstime.com)
Big game draw set to open May 1
Saskatchewan hunters looking to go after big game can throw their names into the hat next month.The province's big game draw will open May 1 and close on May 25. The results of the draw are expected t...
Apr 28, 2020 The provincial government is reminding hunters about the importance of taking part in the hunter harvest survey. (submitted photo/Parks Canada)
Big game draw set to open May 1
Saskatchewan hunters looking to go after big game can throw their names into the hat next month. The province's big game draw will open May 1 and close on May 25. The results of the draw are expected ...
Apr 28, 2020
Melfort Golf and Country Club expects to open on first day permitted as part of 'Re-Open Saskatchewan'
The Melfort Golf and Country Club will be part of the provincial government's phase one of the 'Re-Open Saskatchewan' plan."It'll be restricted golf," General Manager Kevin Ryhorchuk said. "But at lea...
Apr 28, 2020 (file photo/northeastNOW Staff)
Town of Nipawin presents plan to re-open Town Office
The Town of Nipawin held their Regular Council Meeting on Monday, and there was talk of re-opening, whether it be the economy, or the town itself.The COVID-19 pandemic has shut down numerous businesse...
Apr 28, 2020 Nipawin's Town Office is set to re-open to the public on May 4. (File Photo/northeastNOW Staff)
P.A. hair industry prepares to re-open, backlogs expected
In recent weeks, the hair style trends of the 1970s have made a comeback, but there is now some relief in sight for those people who need a little extra off the top and sides.According to phase two of...
Apr 27, 2020 Salon 6 Owner Jaret Mayer smiles for a satisfied customer. (submitted photo/Meghan Mayer)