Tag Archives: People

Mustangs' pair understand Viking Cup opportunity
A pair of Melfort Mustangs could be just hours away from a gold medal at the 2026 Viking Cup.Forward Zayden Sadlemyer and defenceman Bo Eisner are currently in Camrose, Alta., with Team SJHL, battling...
Jan 03, 2026

Two Saskatchewan residents receive Order of Canada appointments
A businessman and philanthropist originally from Biggar, and a lawyer, author and activist from Maple Creek have received a prestigious recognition. Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Gov...
Dec 31, 2025
Mayor of Nipawin outlines highlights of 2025, what to expect in 2026
It was a monumental year for the Town of Nipawin. Residents' past and present gathered in the community in July to celebrate Nipawin's 100th anniversary. Mayor Marlon Zacharias said the celebration wa...
Dec 31, 2025

Former Onion Lake Cree Nation Chief Henry Lewis dies at 70
Onion Lake Cree Nation is mourning the passing of former Chief and Okimaw Henry Joseph Lewis, a long-serving Indigenous leader whose advocacy for Treaty rights and community well-being left a lasting ...
Dec 31, 2025

‘Flabbergasted’: Nora Vedress named Prince Albert's 2025 Citizen of the Year
Tuesday was just a normal day at the office for Nora Vedress. The reverend at Calvary United Church was doing her daily duties until around midday, when roughly fifty people ambushed her office in cel...
Dec 31, 2025

What are the Battlefords North Stars' New Year's Resolutions?
As 2026 approaches, people all over are taking time to set their goals and resolutions for the New Year. Just like anyone else, the players on the North Stars have set their intentions for 2026.On ice...
Dec 30, 2025

Team Canada pride glows bright at Prince Albert home
There is no questioning Russell Sanderson's support for Canada at this year's World Junior Hockey Championship.A large digital board hanging up his garage provides live score updates, and a series of ...
Dec 30, 2025

Inaugural Humboldt Holiday Trail wrapping up with Walk Night on Tuesday
The Humboldt Holiday Trail was a big hit in its first year. Marketing and Communications Coordinator Angie Rolheiser told northeastNOW they were overwhelmed with the response. "Wasn't sure what to exp...
Dec 29, 2025

Battleford mayor reflects on a year of progress
The town of Battleford achieved a year of steady progress, pointing to safety-focused infrastructure upgrades, and council collaboration. Mayor Ames Leslie reflected back on town highlights from 2025....
Dec 29, 2025

Meadow Lake RCMP call it 'a good year,' but say challenges remain
Meadow Lake RCMP are ending 2025 describing the year as demanding but productive, with rising thefts, noticeable social pressures and several major policing successes."I think we had a good year," sai...
Dec 29, 2025