Tag Archives: Business & Economy

Home Hardware in Melfort changes hands after 47 years
The end of an era in Melfort marks the start of a new beginning. After 47 years, the Home Hardware in Melfort - a flagship business on Main St. - is no longer in the George family. Jeff and Ena McAule...
Jan 02, 2025

Year in review: A look at Prince Albert's top stories of 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, paNOW is taking a look back on the most important and impactful local stories of the year, as selected by our reporters and editorial staff.10) Rebecca Strong wins Canada's G...
Jan 01, 2025

Carlton High School student takes business over education
Ask 17-year-old Caiden Benson what he plans to do after graduating from Carlton Comprehensive School in June and he is quick to say it won't be more education. Caiden said he is not a fan of sitting i...
Dec 28, 2024

Mail delivery service disrupted for Prince Albert
Canada Post has issued a 'red delivery service alert' for Prince Albert due to the freezing rain. The alert states that delivery is being suspended for the day.Any mail delivery agents that had been s...
Dec 27, 2024

'It's a beacon of hope that someone cares': Battlefords food bank provides hampers to over 1,000 people in need
The Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre (BDFRC) distributed hundreds of Christmas food hampers on Monday to address food insecurity in the community during the festive season.With each hampe...
Dec 24, 2024

Prairie North Co-op gives back to three local food banks
Prairie North Co-op is sending a significant amount of money to local food banks as part of several initiatives. Through programs like their Fuel Up to Fill Plates campaign, fundraising barbecues, and...
Dec 23, 2024

Melfort UFA cardlock opens
The new UFA Cardlock in Melfort is now officially open. The site is along Highway 41 south of the city. "The Melfort location is strategically positioned to meet the growing demand for petroleum produ...
Dec 20, 2024

Tax holiday boosting spending at retailers, restaurants: industry groups
Almost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some of the struggles they faced implementing the temporary break.BMV Books owner Patrick ...
Dec 20, 2024

Council welcomes Métis Nation housing plan with unanimous vote
Prince Albert city council did not hesitate to approve two re-zonings that will pave the next step of the way for the Mtis Nation -Saskatchewan to build a subdivision of tiny homes. The planning depar...
Dec 17, 2024

Canada Post, union make their case at labour board hearings
Canada Post and the union representing striking workers took part in weekend hearings by the country's labour board on whether the two sides have reached an impasse.As the work stoppage hits one month...
Dec 15, 2024