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What'sHappeningNOW June 4, 2020

News Director Glenn Hicks speaks with Sports Editor Jeff D'Andrea about a viral video that speaks out about the Black Lives Matter movement.

Jun 04, 2020

Community group contributes to hospice project

The Rose Garden Hospice is getting closer to becoming a reality.On Thursday afternoon at the Co-op Liquor Store in Cornerstone, WinesdaYPA, a local wine tasting group which raises money to support com...

Jun 04, 2020

Checkpoints eased and liquor stores open as COVID-19 cases decline in La Loche

The northern village of La Loche has reopened its liquor stores today after facilities were closed on May 8 to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Liquor store staff member Darrell Laprise told meadowlake...

Jun 04, 2020

Hockey Canada lifts ban on activities, allowing member organizations to decide on return

Hockey Canada has lifted its ban on sanctioned activities and is allowing the country's 13 member organizations to individually determine when it's safe to return to action.The move is a first step to...

Jun 04, 2020

Moe, Shahab issue warnings about potential spread of COVID-19 at rallies

Saskatchewan's premier and chief medical health officer are repeating warnings that people who attend large rallies are at a heightened risk of contracting COVID-19.In a media release, Dr. Saqib Shaha...

Jun 04, 2020

North Stars deal Loon-Stewardson to Prince George of BCHL

He may have only spent a couple of seasons in the Battlefords, but it didn't take long for Quintin Loon-Stewardson to become a fan favourite with his dazzling puck handling, laser shot, and unmatched ...

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

North Battleford to use federal funding for new water meters

Earlier this week, the federal government announced the accelerated allocation of $2.2 billion in expected infrastructure funding to Canadian cities. The funds, which are a result of the federal gas t...

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

Personal care businesses excited to add services in phase three

The third phase of Saskatchewan's Re-Open plan begins Monday, which signals another wave of businesses that can finally welcome back customers. In addition, several other businesses that have already ...

Jun 04, 2020