Infrastructure

City council to discuss downtown incentives, new arena plans, roadwork upgrades

The City of North Battleford council will discuss a downtown tax incentive program, plans for a new regional arena, and a major infrastructure contract, along with other matters, at its meeting tonigh...

Mar 10, 2025

Saskatchewan commits over $34M to upgrade rural roads and bridges

The Saskatchewan government and the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) are investing $34.4 million in 32 rural road, bridge, and culvert projects to improve transportation and sup...

Mar 07, 2025

Petition against local improvement in Melfort succeeds

Only one of two Local Improvement Projects in Melfort's north end that were slated for 2025 will go ahead as planned. The city planned to undertake asphalt paving on Babington Ave. E. from 1st St. N. ...

Feb 27, 2025

Snow clearing efforts continue in Melfort as warmer weather arrives

The City of Melfort's snow-clearing crew has been busy trying to clear snow after it finally warmed up outside. City Manager Adam Homes said crews are working to clear snow to ensure drainage systems ...

Feb 26, 2025

Hudson Bay hopes drinking water issues are solved

The Town of Hudson Bay is hoping they've finally solved an ongoing issue with their drinking water. A statement issued on the town's social media sites says workers have been struggling with fluctuati...

Feb 25, 2025

North Battleford residents asked to be careful amid quick thaw

The Director of Protective Services in North Battleford is asking residents to stay safe given the quick snow melt. "While the community isn't necessarily situated on a floodplain, the quick thaw of a...

Feb 25, 2025

Iconic history, uncertain future: Melfort Water Tower approaching 100 years

A well-known landmark is quickly approaching its 100th anniversary in the community.According to the Melfort & District Museum's archives, the water tower was purchased from the Prince Albert Peni...

Feb 24, 2025

La Ronge long-term care facility construction at halfway mark

Construction of the new long-term care facility in La Ronge has reached the halfway mark. The update was provided in a provincial government news release issued on Tuesday. That was welcome news for f...

Feb 18, 2025

Residents urged to obey signs as snow clearing continues in Melfort

Residents of Melfort may have noticed snow-clearing equipment making its way through the city as of late. City crews have been clearing streets during the lull in significant snowfall events. Director...

Feb 12, 2025

Melfort Council approves grant application to help pave pathway network

The City of Melfort is applying for the Active Transportation Fund Grant as they look to pave more of their walking paths. Council passed a motion to apply for capital funding through the Canada Publi...

Feb 11, 2025