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Chase of gunmen results in two arrests in Battlefords

A pursuit that started behind the wheel and ended on foot resulted in the arrest of two men early this morning in the Battlefords.At approximately 3 a.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of gunfire...

Apr 28, 2020 A report of gunfire early Tuesday morning, followed by a chase on the road and on foot, led to two arrests. (file photo/battlefordsNOW 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)

COVID-19: Mental Health and Well-Being

A pandemic is a very stressful event for individuals and communities. It's normal to feel some stress and anxiety. It's also very common for people to display great resiliency during times of crisis.[...

Apr 28, 2020

All registration postponed for 10th annual Melfort Multi-K

The arrival of May typically means early registration for the Melfort Multi-K but that has now been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Race Director Allison Rogers said registration in it's entire...

Apr 28, 2020 Melfort Multi-K 2019. (Facebook/Melfort Multi-K)

Saskatchewan’s 2020 Big Game Draw Opens Online May 1

Saskatchewan's big game draw opens on May 1. Hunters have until midnight on May 25 to submit their online applications. "Hunting is a popular pastime in Saskatchewan and the big game draw continues to...

Apr 28, 2020

Steak with Red Wine & Thyme Sauce

Makes Serves: 2, Level very easy, Prep Time 15min. Total Time 50min. 2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 oz/175 g each, 1 in./2.5 cm thick)1/2 tsp each salt and cracked black pepper 2 mL2 tbsp butter, cold, d...

Apr 28, 2020

38 COVID-19 cases in La Loche area as elder death is confirmed

Community leaders and health officials have offered an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in La Loche and area that has claimed the life on an elder and has infected almost 50 people. 11 of the 12 new ca...

Apr 27, 2020 (Village of La Loche/Facebook)

Physical distancing a challenge for the blind in Saskatchewan

Keeping a proper social distance of two metres is not so simple for people who are blind or partially sighted.Ashley Nemeth is a Saskatchewan advocate for the blind community and for the Canadian Nati...

Apr 27, 2020 Ashley Nemeth and her guide dog. (Ashley Nemeth/Submitted)

Tri-community leaders concerned with lack of consultation about northern lockdown

Tri-community leaders believe there was a lack of consultation when the provincial government decided to lockdown northern Saskatchewan last week. Lac La Ronge Indian Band Chief Tammy Cook-Searson sai...

Apr 27, 2020 This checkpoint began Monday near Green Lake. (Northern Village of Green Lake/Facebook)

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)