Trade alert
Nipawin adds forward from Melville; defenseman heading to Millionaires
The Nipawin Hawks have added to their forward group while moving a 20-year-old defenseman to Melville.The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) club announced Thursday that Mason Eggen has been traded to Melville for Leo Jewitt. Nipawin General Manager Tad Kozun appreciated the work Eggen put in over almost a year w...
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Carney's second budget
Here's what you need to know as the Liberals prepare to table Budget 2026
OTTAWA - The federal Liberals are teeing up Thursday's budget as the government's next step toward fixing long-standing problems facing Canada's economy.Budget 2026 will be the second tabled under Prime Minister Mark Carney.Budgets detail a government's expectations for economic growth and the projected pace of spendin...
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Promoting music and culture
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changing canada's growth model
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Trade alert
Nipawin adds forward from Melville; defenseman heading to Millionaires
The Nipawin Hawks have added to their forward group while moving a 20-year-old defenseman to Melville.The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) club announced Thursday that Mason Eggen has been traded to Melville for Leo Jewitt. Nipawin General Manager Tad Kozun appreciated the work Eggen put in over almost a year w...
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Along east side
City of Melfort mulling change to angled parking by high school
The city of Melfort is looking at the possibility of instituting angled parking at the high school. Director of Works and Utilities Kalyna Cipywnyk told northeastNOW that administration is recommending a trial of the parking layout at Melfort and Unit Comprehensive Collegiate (MUCC). "A preliminary study/analysis ...
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Local hockey
Trojans, Outback Thunder fall in Wednesday action
The Tisdale Trojans dropped a 4-1 decision to the Saskatoon Contacts at the RECplex Wednesday night. Millar Anderson had the lone Tisdale goal, and Karter Hilbig stopped 18 shots. Tisdale drops to 6-8-1 on the season, while the Contacts are a perfect 11-0. The Trojans are back in action Friday and Saturday in Swift Cur...
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An evening of resilience and gratitude
Dahlgren returning to Humboldt for community thank you
A member of the 2017/18 Humboldt Broncos is coming back to Humboldt to acknowledge and say thank you to the community.Kaleb Dahlgren will be at the Elgar Petersen Arena on Sunday, Nov. 22, to share his journey following the Broncos' afternoon clash against the Flin Flon Bombers."I've always wanted to give a big th...
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Saving history
Live auction and luncheon to raise money for Historic Post Office rehab
Planning continues for the repair and rehabilitation of the Historic Post Office in Melfort. A live auction and luncheon will take place Saturday, Nov. 14 to help raise money for the restoration of the over century-old building. Elaine Tremblay of the Historic Post Office Advisory Group (HPOAG) told northeastNOW that a...
Nov 4, 2026
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Guns seized
Kelvington man charged after firearms investigation
Rose Valley RCMP have laid charges against a Kelvington man for weapons-related offences. Police executed a search warrant at a home in the RM of Kelvington on Monday in relation to a firearms investigation. Officers seized four firearms, ammunition, and illegal cigarettes in the house. The 52-year-old is charged with ...
Nov 3, 2026
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Saskatchewan
changing canada's growth model
Sask. watching for infrastructure, tax moves in budget: Reiter
Members of Saskatchewan's government will be watching what comes out of Ottawa Thursday afternoon, as the federal government unveils its Budget 2026.Sask. Finance Minister Jim Reiter said there are already some things that were announced ahead of time that his government is pleased with, including the productivity mega...
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Carney's second budget
Here's what you need to know as the Liberals prepare to table Budget 2026
OTTAWA - The federal Liberals are teeing up Thursday's budget as the government's next step toward fixing long-standing problems facing Canada's economy.Budget 2026 will be the second tabled under Prime Minister Mark Carney.Budgets detail a government's expectations for economic growth and the projected pace of spendin...
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exploration and investment
Sask. unveils first-in-the-world tech for analyzing minerals
New automated technology in Saskatoon is breaking new ground that is expected to contribute to mineral exploration in Saskatchewan and beyond.The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) has unveiled a new circuit of services in Saskatoon that will improve and speed up the process of identifying possible mineral deposits ba...
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Getting healthy
Rolan Milligan focused on getting healthy for 2027, wants to return to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back Rolan Milligan is focused on getting ready for 2027 after a frustrating 2026 CFL campaign that only saw him appear in two games due to injuries."Just trying to get back out there more than anything," Milligan said. "I still have a lot of ball left in me. Everybody ...
21h ago
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Commercial agreements
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Beijing and Ottawa are extending a January agreement to provide Chinese market access to Canadian imports in exchange for Canadian market access for Chinese steel and aluminum.In March, after Prime Minister Mark Carney's January visit to Beijing, China dropped tariffs on Canadian canola meal, peas, lobster and crab.Can...
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Fallen Soldier
'There was no breaking him': Prince Albert remembers Pte. Shaun Farrell
With a Canadian flag draped over his casket and his green beret resting gently on a black pillow, Pte. Shaun Farrell was remembered Wednesday as a determined soldier, a loyal friend and a young man who pursued his dream of serving his country.Hundreds of people filled the Prince Albert Armoury for the funeral of Farrel...
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Local Sports
Trade alert
Nipawin adds forward from Melville; defenseman heading to Millionaires
The Nipawin Hawks have added to their forward group while moving a 20-year-old defenseman to Melville.The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) club announced Thursday that Mason Eggen has been traded to Melville for Leo Jewitt. Nipawin General Manager Tad Kozun appreciated the work Eggen put in over almost a year w...
42m ago
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Local hockey
Trojans, Outback Thunder fall in Wednesday action
The Tisdale Trojans dropped a 4-1 decision to the Saskatoon Contacts at the RECplex Wednesday night. Millar Anderson had the lone Tisdale goal, and Karter Hilbig stopped 18 shots. Tisdale drops to 6-8-1 on the season, while the Contacts are a perfect 11-0. The Trojans are back in action Friday and Saturday in Swift Cur...
2h ago
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Getting healthy
Rolan Milligan focused on getting healthy for 2027, wants to return to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back Rolan Milligan is focused on getting ready for 2027 after a frustrating 2026 CFL campaign that only saw him appear in two games due to injuries."Just trying to get back out there more than anything," Milligan said. "I still have a lot of ball left in me. Everybody ...
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Local hockey
Trojans, Outback Thunder on the ice Wednesday night
The Tisdale Trojans will host the Saskatoon Contacts at the RECplex in AAA action Wednesday night. Tisdale is 6-7-1 on the season after a split against Notre Dame over the weekend. The Contacts have started their season with 10 straight wins. Game time is at 8 p.m. - In the PJHL, the Carrot River Outback Thunder are ba...
Nov 4, 2026
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Green Light to play
Roughiders' Jermarcus Hardrick wants to return for 2027 season
As Jermarcus Hardrick left the CFL West semifinal, there were some questions about whether it could have been the 36-year-old's final season.But he quickly put any worries to rest about that, as he is already focused on 2027."Definitely have to get better. Looking forward to getting better. My kids and wife want m...
Nov 4, 2026
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Another Addition
Trojans add young Saskatoon defenceman
For the second time in the last week, the Tisdale Trojans have added another young player to their roster.After picking up Nash Bullman this past week, Tisdale has now grabbed defenceman Cole Evans.Evans comes from the U18AA Saskatoon Riverkings, having spent the first six games of the season with his hometown team. In...
Nov 3, 2026
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Northeast Profiles
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Farming roots guide New Era Ag's approach in Melfort
For the team at New Era Ag Technologies in Melfort, agriculture is both a profession and a connection to home.Co-founder and general manager Ashley Heavin grew up on her family's grain farm in Melfort before pursuing agronomy and a career in agricultural retail. Fellow co-founder and agronomist Mark Gordon also grew up...
Oct 21, 2026
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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farmnewsNOW
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Beijing and Ottawa are extending a January agreement to provide Chinese market access to Canadian imports in exchange for Canadian market access for C...
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Ag Equipment dealers call for free and fair trade post U.S. midterm elections
One of the largest Canada-U.S. trade associations called on Ottawa to make trade with the United States a top priority in its renewed negotiations wit...
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A new chapter for digital agriculture and Indigenous knowledge at USask
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) officially opened the Nutrien Digital Agriculture Centre and the kihci-okwmw askiy (Great Mother Earth) Knowled...
Nov 3, 2026
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Canada
All infants should be vaccinated against Hep B, immunization advisory committee says
TORONTO - The National Advisory Committee on Immunization now recommends that all infants receive vaccination against hepatitis B. The expert committee says infants can receive the shot within the first 24 hours of birth or at their first routine chi...
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Brussels removed talk of ratifying Canada trade deal in EU summit text: Wilkinson
OTTAWA - Canada's envoy to the European Union says Brussels removed language about ratifying the decade-old trade deal from a joint statement issued at the end of the summit in Montreal last week. Jonathan Wilkinson made the comment today at the Senate...
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Mexican judge accused of taking $2M bribe to release Ryan Wedding's right-hand man
A Mexican judge has been arrested on allegations that he accepted a $2-million bribe in exchange for granting bail to a man accused of acting as second-in-command to Ryan Wedding, the former Canadian Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug kingpin, Ame...
1h ago
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In the news today: Liberals table budget, blue wave reaction, Kutryk spacewalk
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Here's what you need to know as the Liberals prepare to table Budget 2026 The federal Liberals will lay out next steps in their plan to fortify Canada's economy wh...
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U.S. midterm results spark joy among Canadians but trust in America remains shaky
TORONTO - Many Canadians welcome the Democratic sweep of U.S. Congress, but have mixed views on whether voters' strong rebuke of President Donald Trump's administration will change their attitude toward America amid the ongoing trade war. Trump's pun...
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Ghana thanks Carney for working to fix a 'rigged global system' for African countries
OTTAWA - Ghana's head of state praised Canada this week for advocating against what he called a "rigged global system" that keeps African countries trapped by debt and mired in climate chaos. His comments come as Canadian officials confirm Ottawa will ...
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World
AP Exclusive: Trump administration held talks with Iran on deporting Iranians during the war
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump's administration held secret talks with Iran on deporting Iranians even as the war there dragged on, court documents obtained by The Associated Press show. The court documents unsealed Thursday sho...
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Democrat Amish Shah wins election to U.S. House in Arizona's 1st Congressional District
Democrat Amish Shah won election Thursday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Arizona's 1st Congressional District, defeating Republican Jay Feely. Shah is an emergency room doctor and former state legislator. He ran for the seat two year...
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Democrat Sam Forstag wins election to U.S. House in Montana's 1st Congressional District
Democrat Sam Forstag won election Thursday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Montana's 1st Congressional District, defeating Republican Aaron Flint. Forstag is a labor union leader and Forest Service smokejumper, a specialized firefight...
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Republican John McGuire wins reelection to U.S. House in Virginia's 5th Congressional District
Republican John McGuire won election Thursday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Virginia's 5th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Tom Perriello. McGuire is a former Navy SEAL who used President Donald Trump's endorsement two yea...
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Democrat Shannon Taylor wins election to U.S. House in Virginia's 1st Congressional District
Democrat Shannon Taylor won election Thursday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Virginia's 1st Congressional District, defeating Republican incumbent Rob J. Wittman. Taylor has served as the top prosecutor in a suburban Richmond county ...
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Democrat Don Davis wins reelection to U.S. House in North Carolina's 1st Congressional District
Democrat Don Davis won election Thursday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing North Carolina's 1st Congressional District, defeating Republican Laurie Buckhout. Davis' victory in a rematch against Buckhout comes in a newly drawn congressio...
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