Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Critical milestone reached at Project Falcon diamond site
A major milestone has been reached at the massive diamond exploration project at Fort la Corne east of Prince Albert.Star Diamond Corporation is confirming the start up of the long-awaited processing ...
Apr 27, 2020 The big Lego set. Last year, mechanical engineer Emma Kirk oversaw the re-assembly of 117,000 components that make up the Bulk Sampling Processing Plant. (Ian Gustafson/paNOW Staff)
Battlefords Chamber staff keeping busy, despite challenges
The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce faces similar challenges to the business owners who populate its membership.Due to economic shutdown, the Chamber faces depleted revenue, so staff are taking steps ...
Apr 27, 2020 The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce continues help businesses navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, despite their own challenges. (File Photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
‘The anxiousness is gone’: Melfort Trade Alliance happy with Re-Open Saskatchewan
The past month during the COVID-19 pandemic has been filled with peaks and valleys for small business owners.On March 22, Melfort Trade Alliance President Tyler Fahlman expressed how frightening it wa...
Apr 27, 2020 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)
Back on track: P.A.
You'll finally be able to get that aching back or those troubled eyes dealt with on May 4.Optometrists and chiropractors are among the first wave of previously restricted medical services allowed back...
Apr 25, 2020 Eyes on the future: optometrists are among the first wave of previously restricted medical services that can re-open for business May 4. (Glenn Hicks/paNOW Staff)
Mayor of Melfort outlines financial challenges faced due to COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic's economic fallout has been difficult for municipalities, according to the mayor of Melfort.Rick Lang said municipalities can't budget for a deficit, and in theory cannot run a d...
Apr 25, 2020 (Cam Lee/northeastNOW Staff)
Melfort MLA reacts to Re-Open Saskatchewan plan
Melfort's Member of the Legislative Assembly is standing behind Premier Scott Moe's Re-Open Saskatchewan plan.Todd Goudy said to this point Scott Moe has done a great job, especially with so many peop...
Apr 24, 2020 (File Photo/northeastNOW Staff)
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)
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)
Battlefords MLA echoes Premier’s cautious optimism
Following Premier Scott Moe's announcement of five phases to reopen the province, members of the Saskatchewan party are repeating the message of encouragement, partnered with caution.The Battlefords M...
Apr 23, 2020 MLA Herb Cox is asking Battlefords residents to continue safety practices during the COVID-19 pandemic as the economy slowly reopens. (File photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Melfort's mayor welcomes news of province's Re-Open Saskatchewan plan
The mayor of Melfort is weighing in on the provincial government's Re-Open Saskatchewan plan during the COVID-19 pandemic.The document, released April 23, outlines the government's plan to re-open bus...
Apr 23, 2020 (File photo/Aaron Schulze)