Tag Archives: Community
'We will always have questions that we may never get answered': P.A. family mourns loss
Two days have passed since police confirmed the body found on the shore of the North Saskatchewan River Monday morning was Donald Light, and the young man's family members have come together to grieve...
Apr 30, 2020 On Thursday, members of the Light family went down to the river and paid their respects. (Submitted photo/ David Light)
Battlefords Rotary continues community support and documenting history
A signific date for the Rotary Club of the Battlefords was missed this week because of COVID-19, however, members are still working to support the community.Sunday was the Rotary's centennial celebrat...
Apr 30, 2020 Despite their centennial event's delay and coninued economic shutdown, the Rotary Club of the Battlefords is supporting local charities and preparing for when restrictions are lifted. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Pair charged after vehicle stop
Two people have been charged after the Prince Albert Police Service stopped a vehicle Wednesday night.According to a media release, police said they made the stop at 11:30 p.m. in the 100 block of 15 ...
Apr 30, 2020 Prince Albert Police seized drugs and money after a traffic stop Wednesday night. (Submitted Photo/Prince Albert Police Service)
Mayors continue to promote caution as Re-Open Saskatchewan date approaches
As the province looks forward to next week's phase one of Re-Open Saskatchewan, the town and city mayors continue to promote caution.North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater said a lot of people in the provi...
Apr 30, 2020 The mayors of the Battlefords continue to promote caution as the Re-Open Saskatchewan date approaches (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Staff at long term care facility in Melfort aim to lift spirits with treat cart
Restrictions at long term care facilities in Saskatchewan due to COVID-19 have led to staff members thinking outside of the box for the residents.Lori Hinz, the facility administrator at Parkland Plac...
Apr 30, 2020 Residents at Parkland Place in Melfort can select their favourite treat from the newly implemented treat cart. (Facebook/Saskatchewan Health Authority)
Man in hospital after early morning collision
A motorcyclist is in hospital after a collision with wildlife early Thursday morning.At 0700 this AM @ParkAmbulance Paramedics responded a motorcycle vs wildlife collision on highway #2 south near Fla...
Apr 30, 2020 Parkland Ambulance says the incident happened early Thursday morning on Highway Two south of the city. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
Open burning banned as dry conditions bring wildfire risk
A fire ban preventing open burning has come into effect for the City of Meadow Lake, the village and R.M. of Loon Lake and other surrounding communities this week. Meadow Lake Fire Chief Neil Marsh to...
Apr 30, 2020 (ID 103437086 © Chuotnhatdesigner | Dreamstime.com)
Classroom in a Box: Exploring Birds of Saskatchewan
The purpose of this classroom in a box is to introduce your students to the birds that live in the province, special adaptations they have that make them perfect for living here, and talk about the im...
Apr 30, 2020
Humboldt Summer Sizzler 2020 cancelled
Another local event has been cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The City of Humboldt has announced the cancellation of Summer Sizzler 2020, that was to be held in the community June 18-2...
Apr 30, 2020 (Facebook/Humboldt Summer Sizzler)
Humboldt Big Brothers Big Sisters postponing charity golf tournament
The Humboldt chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is postponing one of its biggest fundraisers of the year.The Diva for a Day charity golf scramble that was scheduled for June 13, will be put of...
Apr 30, 2020 The Diva for a Day charity golf scramble is being postponed until August. (Facebook/BBBS Humboldt)