Community

Memorial sled race honours well-loved local man

The Tom Ouellette Memorial Dog Sled Race is coming up in Loon Lake and Makwa Lake this weekend. Charlie Conner, race organizer told meadowlakeNOW, Tom Ouellette was a friend to many in the community a...

Jan 28, 2020 Tom Ouellette (submitted photo/Charlie Conner)

Digital billboard taking shape

Cranes towered above the insection of 15th St. W. and Second Ave. W. on Tuesday, as crews erected the city's much-discussed digital billboard. The electronic sentinel was approved by council over the ...

Jan 28, 2020 The sign is the third and final project to be completed with funds from Husky Energy. (Alison Sandstrom/paNOW Staff)

Prince Albert's Global Citizens

It's fair to say Prince Albert couple Dr. John Fryters and his wife Hannelore keep themselves busy. They're well known for their local seniors advocacy efforts but their two decades of dedication to f...

Jan 28, 2020 Dr. John and Hannelore Fryters on one of their numerous trips to Peru.(submitted John Fryters)

Pineland Co-op delegates support amalgamation with Lake Country Co-op

The proposed merger between Pineland Co-op and Lake Country Co-op is one step closer.Pineland delegates voted unanimously Jan. 27 to approve the amalgamation.Pineland, based in Nipawin and Lake Countr...

Jan 28, 2020 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

P.A. Ag dealer gets behind Rose Garden Hospice

Redhead Equipment is the latest business to get behind the Rose Garden Hospice.On Tuesday morning at the company's offices southwest of the city, a $20,000 contribution was announced in front of a cro...

Jan 28, 2020 Redhead Equipment made the $20,000 donation Tuesday at their offices. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)

JPII junior boys claim gold in Lloydminster

The John Paul II Collegiate (JPII) junior boys basketball team added to its stellar run this season, taking home another gold medal finish over the weekend in Lloydminster. Taking top spot at the annu...

Jan 28, 2020 Pictured left to right: Back row: Assistant Coach: Hanz Tolentino, Ron Dalida, Josh Fransoo, Matthews Antony, Grady Billingsley, Draper Pooyak, Head Coach: Nate Jurgens Front row: Allan Luna, Raniel Acaya, Andrei Rita, Brodee Tourand, Paul Tran, Caden Fullerton. (submitted photo/Nate Jurgens)

Dozens registered for upcoming Biggest Loser Challenge

Approximately 50 people have registered for the 2020 Biggest Loser Challenge organized by the Jonas Roberts Memorial Community Centre (JRMCC). That's according to Fitness Centre Supervisor Colin Ratus...

Jan 28, 2020 The challenge will run until April 5. (submitted photo/Colin Ratushniak)

Interested in Becoming a Life Guard?

Are you thinking about summer jobs? Consider becoming a lifeguard! Bronze Medallion and Cross are the first steps to becoming a National Lifeguard.Once you complete your Bronze Awards, Standard First ...

Jan 28, 2020

Dad and Me Programs

Our first 'Dad & Me' of 2020 will be on Wednesday, January 29th.The groups will be on the last Wednesday of the month from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at various locations.See the poster below for details.This...

Jan 28, 2020

Dekker Centre Volunteer Opportunities

You Can Make a DifferenceVolunteers play an important role at the Dekker Centre. From seating audience members (ushers) to working directly with the performers (backstage crew) volunteers are key to t...

Jan 28, 2020