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Mayor says Phase five announcement has significant implications for North Battleford

Saskatchewan residents are unlikely to see the ban on large gatherings change prior to next year, putting even more economic pressure on municipalities. The province announced the splitting up of Phas...

Jun 05, 2020

Council approves new care home in East Flat

An East Flat personal care home is expanding.On Monday night, Prince Albert city council approved a development permit for a second residential care facility to be built beside the existing Mak Lodge....

Jun 04, 2020

Miller Field in Melfort to receive funding for apron repair

Melfort's airport will soon see some improvements, thanks to a provincial grant.The government announced it will chip in $275,000 toward the full rehabilitation of the apron at Miller Field.Melfort Ma...

Jun 04, 2020

Provincial organization calling for federal support for local governments

The organization which represents Saskatchewan's cities, towns and villages is joining their national counterpart in asking for federal government assistance.Municipalities of Saskatchewan is calling ...

Jun 04, 2020

Town cancels parade, fireworks this year due to COVID-19 precautions

There will be no colourful floats or pyrotechnics show for the Town of Battleford this summer.The town has cancelled its annual parade and fireworks that are normally held in August due to the provinc...

Jun 04, 2020

City to foot more of the bill for some sewer pipe problems

Prince Albert residents will be on the hook for less when it comes to some sewer line repairs.Previously, residents were expected to cover 33 per cent of the cost of sewer pipe relining, with the city...

Jun 04, 2020

Nipawin selects projects to receive MEEP funding, budget won’t be affected

In May, it was unveiled that the Town of Nipawin would receive nearly $632,000 from the Government of Saskatchewan as part of the Municipal Economic Enhancement Program (MEEP).During a special meeting...

Jun 04, 2020

How many cannabis stores should P.A. have?

Prince Albert city council is looking to put a cap on the number of cannabis stores allowed within city limits. While most of the city's politicians support the idea of setting a limit at three, at le...

Jun 03, 2020

Transit returns to regular hours Monday

Starting Monday, Prince Albert buses will begin running at 6:45 a.m. daily. City councillors approved a phased approach to scale transit back up to regular service levels at Monday's city council meet...

Jun 03, 2020

Councillors ponder options for reopening of city facilities

Prince Albert city councillors are mulling over how best to reopen city facilities, including asking regional municipalities to contribute financial support. Meanwhile city staff continue to conduct a...

Jun 02, 2020