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English River FN makes 'urgent call for support' from province to help control COVID-19 spread
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to spread in the Far North region of Saskatchewan, the English River First Nation "is making an urgent call for support to help control and eradicate the current spr...
Apr 25, 2020 The English River First Nation. (Facebook, English River First Nation)
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)
Small gatherings ok for residents, following safety steps
Saskatchewan residents excited to interact with other people may finally be able to do so, yet many have questions.Thursday's announcement from the province detailed several phases for opening up the ...
Apr 24, 2020 ID 25729664 © Hellgren | Dreamstime.com
North Battleford Mayor, Ryan Bater gives reaction to Re-Open Saskatchewan plan
North Battleford mayor, Ryan Bater is urging caution to residents following the unveiling of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan, announced by the province Thursday.Bater said while it is obviously nice to ...
Apr 24, 2020 North Battleford mayor, Ryan Bater said it’s important to continue current social distancing protocols during this time, as the province looks to slowly begin re-opening the economy. (File photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
'We miss the kids so much': P.A. teachers show appreciation for students
Staff and students at Arthur Pechey and W.J. Berezowsky school took to the streets Friday to show their appreciation for one another.As a result of COVID-19, schools have been shut down since mid-Marc...
Apr 24, 2020 Students at Arthur Pechey school eagerly await a special opportunity to see their teachers again. (Nigel Maxwell/ paNOW Staff)
NESPCA running ongoing bottle drive fundraiser
The North East SPCA is running an ongoing bottle drive while empty cans and bottles begin to pile up with SARCAN locations being closed for the time being.The drive will help residents get rid of the ...
Apr 24, 2020 The Harry and Eve Vickar Shelter is accepting donations of empty cans and bottles during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Aaron Schulze/northeastNOW staff)
R.M. announces fire ban
A fire ban is now in effect in the R.M. of North Battleford No 437.The decision was made following the quick melting of snowfall and windy conditions coinciding, which is drying out tall vegetation. C...
Apr 24, 2020 (R.M. of North Battleford No 437)
P.A. wears red to honour victims of Nova Scotia tragedy
The Prince Albert Fire Department took time late Friday morning to honour the victims of the mass shooting in Nova Scotia.Firefighters donned their dress uniforms and red sashes before marching to the...
Apr 24, 2020 The Prince Albert Fire Department wore red to honour those killed in the shootings in Nova Scotia. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
Meadow Lake Farmers' Market looking at changing the way vendors do business
Meadow Lake Farmers' Market is looking at ways to do business in the coming weeks after some confusion arose about what is currently considered a non-essential service.According to the provinces Busin...
Apr 24, 2020 (Submitted/ Meadow Lake Farmers Market)
Battleford hometown boy drafted to WHL
For blue liner, Ryan Taylor, taking care of business in his own end is his top priority.Standing 6-feet tall and 170 pounds at just 14 years of age, he's a hard player to miss on the ice. Especially w...
Apr 24, 2020 Battlefords Barons’ defenceman, Ryan Taylor was selected by the Edmonton Oil Kings in the fourth round of the WHL Draft this week. (Submitted photo/Paula Noyce, Warne Photography)