Playoff preview
Rushing the field: Saskatchewan Rush prepare for first playoff game since 2019
Saskatchewan Rush fans will soon be piling into the Sasktel Centre for the single-elimination quarter-final game.It's the first playoff game the Rush have hosted since 2019.The Rush, who finished the year with 13 wins and 5 losses, finished second in the National Lacrosse League (NLL) standings and take on the seventh ...
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Federal Politics
Party leaders have packed itineraries today as election day nears
Federal party leaders have busy itineraries today in one of the final days of the election campaign.Liberal Leader Mark Carney is set to spend much of the day in the Greater Toronto Area, first holding a media availability in King City before visiting a small business in Newmarket, holding a meet and greet in Aurora an...
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Court declares mistrial in former world junior hockey players' sex assault case
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Northeast News
Smile cookie campaign
Plus Industries to benefit from Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign in Melfort
The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign starts on Monday, April 28. This year's beneficiary in Melfort is Plus Industries, with 100 per cent of Smile Cookie purchases going to support the organization. Assistant Program Coordinator Nadia Coleman told northeastNOW that Plus Industries is excited for the opportunity. "...
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Traffic stop
Wynyard man facing multiple charges after traffic stop
A Wynyard man has been charged after a traffic stop in the community last month. The incident happened March 12 on B Avenue in Wynyard. During a search of the vehicle, officers seized 132 grams of methamphetamine, 162 grams of marijuana, brass knuckles, drug paraphernalia, 19 packs of unstamped tobacco, and identificat...
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Golf season is here
Several local golf courses close to opening as warmer weather arrives
A welcome sight for golfers in the northeast as courses are starting to stir back to life.The Melfort Golf & Country Club has not solidified an opening date yet, but general manager Kevin Ryhorchuk said they will update people via social media when the decision is made. He expected that it could be as soon as next ...
Apr 25, 2025
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Grass fire season
Dry conditions leading to increased grass fire risk
The Melfort Fire Department wants people to be safe during spring fire season. Spring weather is finally here, but most areas are still quite dry despite the higher snowpack in the winter. Fire Chief Leonard Whitney told northeastNOW the conditions around Melfort aren't as dry as some other areas, but with the wind and...
Apr 25, 2025
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Ripley Rumble
'The Ripley Rumble' set to introduce PBR Canada pro bull riding to Melfort
Professional bull riding is coming to Melfort. Ripley Ford has announced they will hold the inaugural "Ripley Rumble" on Saturday, May 31. The event will be held in the lot directly south of Ripley Ford on Sask. Dr. S. Owner Mark Ripley told northeastNOW that after first purchasing the dealership in Melfort h...
Apr 24, 2025
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Historic post office
Tender issued for roof replacement project at Melfort's Historic Post Office
Some TLC is coming to an iconic building in downtown Melfort. Three flat roofs on the Historic Post Office will be repaired this year. Council approved the issuing of the tender for the roof replacement project at a special meeting late last week. Director of Community Services Rob Lok told northeastNOW the tender shou...
Apr 23, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Playoff preview
Rushing the field: Saskatchewan Rush prepare for first playoff game since 2019
Saskatchewan Rush fans will soon be piling into the Sasktel Centre for the single-elimination quarter-final game.It's the first playoff game the Rush have hosted since 2019.The Rush, who finished the year with 13 wins and 5 losses, finished second in the National Lacrosse League (NLL) standings and take on the seventh ...
2h ago
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Riders
Running back Ryquell Armstead one of two Rider releases
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided to move on from running back Ryquell Armstead.The CFL club announced the 28-year-old rusher was released on Friday. The Riders also announced defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd would no longer be with the team.Armstead joined the Riders on Sept. 16 after he was released from th...
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NEW FUNDING
La Ronge, Nipawin and Tisdale among Sask. airports receiving over $1.8 M in upgrades
The Saskatchewan government is investing over $1.8 million this construction season to upgrade infrastructure at eight community airports, including facilities in La Ronge, Nipawin, and Tisdale.Through the province's Community Airport Partnership (CAP) program, the Ministry of Highways will contribute approximately $93...
Apr 25, 2025
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First class graduates
Saskatchewan Marshals graduate first class of officers
None of the first class of nine graduates for the Saskatchewan Marshal Service is new to graduation and none are new to policing. As the Marshal Service - newly formed and almost ready to put boots on the ground - prepares to start the work of actual policing, Chief Rob Cameron said it was a historic moment as the vete...
Apr 24, 2025
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DEER MICE
SHA warn of hantavirus risk during spring cleaning
Spring cleaning could come with a deadly health risk.The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning about hantavirus, a rare but potentially fatal illness spread by infected deer mice. "Anyone cleaning storage sheds or recreational vehicles that have been sitting all winter should be aware and take precautions...
Apr 24, 2025
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Ticks
SHA warns residents that tick season is here
The warmer weather is a welcome sight, but there is an unwelcome aspect to spring. Tick checks have become the norm again after the snow melt. Saskatchewan Health Authority Medical Health Officer Dr. Mohammad Khan told northeastNOW that ticks are already out despite the weather just recently becoming warmer. "If y...
Apr 24, 2025
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Local Sports
So close but so so far away
Mustangs one win away from back-to-back SJHL Championships
Nearly two years in the making, the Melfort Mustangs are just one win away (in their next three games) from securing back-to-back Canterra Seeds Cups.Melfort won their third straight finals game this season on Thursday night in Weyburn, doing so by a score of 5-1."We had a better start, and that's what we wanted, ...
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Riders
Running back Ryquell Armstead one of two Rider releases
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided to move on from running back Ryquell Armstead.The CFL club announced the 28-year-old rusher was released on Friday. The Riders also announced defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd would no longer be with the team.Armstead joined the Riders on Sept. 16 after he was released from th...
22h ago
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Golf season is here
Several local golf courses close to opening as warmer weather arrives
A welcome sight for golfers in the northeast as courses are starting to stir back to life.The Melfort Golf & Country Club has not solidified an opening date yet, but general manager Kevin Ryhorchuk said they will update people via social media when the decision is made. He expected that it could be as soon as next ...
Apr 25, 2025
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Mustangs commit
Forward commits to Melfort Mustangs for next season
Another commitment for the Melfort Mustangs for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Forward Drew Christian has committed to the Blue and Green. (Melfort Mustangs/Facebook)The 2007-born Edmonton native had nine goals and 18 assists in 35 games for the U18 AAA St. Albert Raiders.Christian is the second player this week to commi...
Apr 25, 2025
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Ripley Rumble
'The Ripley Rumble' set to introduce PBR Canada pro bull riding to Melfort
Professional bull riding is coming to Melfort. Ripley Ford has announced they will hold the inaugural "Ripley Rumble" on Saturday, May 31. The event will be held in the lot directly south of Ripley Ford on Sask. Dr. S. Owner Mark Ripley told northeastNOW that after first purchasing the dealership in Melfort h...
Apr 24, 2025
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Defensive Battle
Mustangs shut out Red Wings again, take 2-1 series lead
For the second straight game, Melfort Mustangs' netminder Kristian Coombs was mobbed by his teammates following a shutout victory over the Weyburn Red Wings in the SJHL Finals.After a 3-0 win at home in Game 2, Melfort shifted its efforts towards the road, as the Mustangs took down the Red Wings 1-0 in Weyburn for Game...
Apr 24, 2025
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Fill Your Tanks
Farming Waits for No One: be ready when the ground is with Co-op® Premium Diesel
Diesel technology is constantly evolving, and to ensure our members and customers continue experiencing industry leading performance, protection, and power, we closely monitor our Co-op® Premium Diesel formulation and adjust when necessary. Due to a powerful package of additives that was added in 2021, Co-op® P...
Mar 14, 2025
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Seasonal Diesel: Is it really a thing?
It actually is, let's break it down. Co-op® Premium Diesel is a seasonally adjusted diesel fuel blend that's designed to perform well in cold weather. While other fuel providers have moved to a single diesel blend that's available year-round, Co-op is proud to continue offering winter and summer blends of Co-op®...
Jan 31, 2025
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Digital Farming
Managing resources and visualizing ROI with data and digital farming
With the completion of planting, optimizing seed investment is top of mind for farmers. But how do we know that the decisions made on the farm are making a difference to the bottom line? It all starts with data, and with digital agriculture technology, farmers are now able to make better, more informed decisions when f...
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farmnewsNOW
Governments agree to extend enrolment deadline for 2025 AgriStability program
The AgriStability enrolment deadline has been extended, without penalty, from Apr. 30 to July 31 for the 2025 program year. In a joint statement, fede...
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USask researcher receives international hydrology award
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) water researcher has been recognized with a prestigious international honour. Dr. John Pomeroy is the recipient o...
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Sensor technologies for breeding and calving management
For the last two years Dinesh Dadarwal been testing sensor technologies for breeding and calving management at the Western College of Veterinary Medic...
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Canada
'Like time stopped': memorial mass in Montreal pays tribute to Pope Francis
MONTREAL - Hours after waking to watch Pope Francis being laid to rest, several dozen faithful paid a final tribute to the late pontiff at a memorial mass at Montreal's Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral on Saturday. The downtown cathedral - a one-quarter replica of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome - has been at the centre...
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Indigenous leaders hope Vatican continues reconciliation efforts advanced by Francis
Indigenous leaders in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis say they hope the Vatican continues to promote the reconciliation efforts he championed during his papacy. Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says the pontiff's apology for widespread abuses in the residential school system was a significant step in addressing historical inj...
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Federal Politics
Party leaders have packed itineraries today as election day nears
Federal party leaders have busy itineraries today in one of the final days of the election campaign.Liberal Leader Mark Carney is set to spend much of the day in the Greater Toronto Area, first holding a media availability in King City before visiting a small business in Newmarket, holding a meet and greet in Aurora an...
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Party leaders have packed itineraries today as election day nears
OTTAWA - Federal party leaders have busy itineraries today in one of the final days of the election campaign. Liberal Leader Mark Carney is set to spend much of the day in the Greater Toronto Area, first holding a media availability in King City before visiting a small business in Newmarket, holding a meet and greet in...
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Canadian delegation among thousands of mourners attending Pope Francis' funeral
Canadians are among the thousands converging on St. Peter's Square this morning to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. Francis died Monday at age 88 and is being remembered as a pontiff dedicated to building bridges and offering compassion to marginalized groups during his 12-year papacy. The Vatican has said the funer...
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Who are Canada's cardinals? A look at the five dignitaries ahead of the papal funeral
Cardinals from around the world are converging on Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis and upcoming meetings that will determine the next leader of the Catholic Church. A three-day public viewing is underway at St. Peter's Basilica ahead of a funeral Saturday. The mourning period is expected to be followed by several d...
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World
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has appointed a new deputy in a major step in naming a successor
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday named a veteran aide and confidant as his new vice president. It's a major step by the aging leader to designate a successor. The appointment of Hussein al-Sheikh as vice president of the Palestine Liberation Organization does not guarantee he w...
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Pope Funeral
Hundreds of thousands say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral
World leaders and Catholic faithful bade farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral Saturday that highlighted his concern for the "most peripheral of the peripheries" and reflected his wishes as pastor.Though presidents and princes attended the Mass in St. Peter's Square, prisoners and migrants welcomed Francis' c...
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Trump expresses doubts Putin is willing to end the Ukraine war, a day after saying a deal was close
ROME (AP) - President Donald Trump said Saturday that he doubts Russia's Vladimir Putin wants to end his war in Ukraine, expressing new skepticism that a peace deal can be reached soon. Only a day earlier, Trump had said Ukraine and Russia were "very close to a deal." Trump said in a social media post as he f...
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Only about half of Republicans say Trump has focused on the right priorities, AP-NORC poll finds
WASHINGTON (AP) - Many Americans do not agree with President Trump's aggressive efforts to quickly enact his agenda, a new poll finds, and even Republicans are not overwhelmingly convinced that his attention has been in the right place. Americans are nearly twice as likely to say Trump has been mostly focusing on the w...
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Russia says all Ukrainian troops have left the Kursk region as Zelenskyy meets Trump at Vatican
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - All Ukrainian troops have been forced from Russia's Kursk region, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said. Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff for Russia's Armed Forces, gave Russian President Vladimir Putin the news in a meeting Saturday, Peskov told Russian state news outlet Interfax. Uk...
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Iran and the US begin expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program
MUSCAT, Oman (AP) - A third round of talks between Iran and the United States began Saturday in Oman, with experts seeking in-depth discussions over how to reach a possible deal. Iranian state television announced the start of the negotiations. American officials could not be immediately reached. The talks seek to limi...
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