Crypto Scam
'Don't fall for this': Moe says his likeness being used in crypto scam
No, Premier Scott Moe is not endorsing cryptocurrency. The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) issued a warning people about a scam claiming the premier was lending his name and image to trading CanCap - not to be confused with the CanCap Group and BitCan. Neither are registered with the FCA...
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Final game of the year
Hawks cap season with plenty of promise
The Nipawin Hawks season concluded Friday with a 6-1 loss to the Humboldt Broncos on home ice, but the result isn't a reflection of the last couple of months for the young Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) club.The team will end their 40th season in 11th place with 17 wins and 40 points, but they won seven of th...
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Northeast News
ER closure
Temporary Tisdale Hospital ER closure starting Monday: Town of Tisdale
The Tisdale Hospital emergency department will be unavailable for 24 hours early next week. According to a Town of Tisdale social media post, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has announced the Tisdale Hospital's ER will be closed from 8 am Monday, March 17 to 8 am Tuesday, March 18. Emergency services will be av...
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Court proceedings
Lloydminster man receives life sentence for murder of former partner
A man responsible for the death of his former longtime partner, has received a life sentence and won't be eligible for parole for 12 years.Brian McLeod was sentenced on Wednesday at Court of King's Bench in Yorkton.The case had initially been scheduled for trial, however on Monday, McLeod entered guilty pleas to second...
Mar 14, 2025
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Spring runoff update
Above average runoff expected for much of central, southern Saskatchewan
Most of the region can expect above average runoff this spring. The Water Security Agency (WSA) has released their spring runoff report for 2025. Much of central and southern Saskatchewan can expect above average runoff due to the above normal snowpack from the winter. Melfort, Tisdale, Nipawin, Hudson Bay, and Humbold...
Mar 14, 2025
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Wanted man
Search continues for sexual assault suspect
A man facing outstanding warrants for sexual assault could be in the northeast. Jonathan Bird was last known to be in the Melfort or Red Earth Cree Nation areas. The 37-year-old is wanted on warrants for sexual assault, invitation to sexual touching, sexual exploitation, failing to attend court, and breach of release o...
Mar 14, 2025
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Post office break-ins
Suspect wanted after post office break-ins in Codette, Love
Nipawin RCMP are looking for a suspect in a couple of local post office thefts. Police were called to a break-and-enter at the post office in Codette early in the morning on Feb. 18. A door was damaged and over 20 packages were stolen. Later that morning, Nipawin RCMP were called to a second break-in that happened over...
Mar 14, 2025
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Caged for Critters
'Caged for Critters' North East SPCA fundraiser starts Monday in Melfort
A major fundraiser for the North East SPCA gets underway on Monday. 'Caged for Critters' is a jail-n-bail style fundraiser that will see various northeast celebrities and other dignitaries put in a cage and only released when they reach their fundraising goal. North East SPCA spokesperson told northeastNOW the fundrais...
Mar 13, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Crypto Scam
'Don't fall for this': Moe says his likeness being used in crypto scam
No, Premier Scott Moe is not endorsing cryptocurrency. The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) issued a warning people about a scam claiming the premier was lending his name and image to trading CanCap - not to be confused with the CanCap Group and BitCan. Neither are registered with the FCA...
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Treaty rights
PBCN 'cows and plows' settlement worth $630 million
An agreement signed by Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) and the federal government is being described as a historic victory.The $630 million settlement is the latest in a series of announcements that have been occurring across the province.Under Treaty 6, the federal government was obligated to provide agricultural ...
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Daycare delay
NDP questions impact in delay of daycare deal
The provincial NDP is questioning how long it will take the province to sign an updated affordable daycare deal with the federal government. Regina MLA and Shadow Minister for Childcare Joan Pratchler met with multiple Prince Albert daycares on Friday to learn about the need for spaces and the ripple effect of not havi...
Mar 14, 2025
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Court proceedings
Alleged car jacker enters not guilty pleas
A Prince Albert man charged after multiple carjackings, is maintaining his innocence and has elected to be tried by judge alone at Court of King's Bench.Angus Heathen's attendance was waived when his matters were discussed Friday morning at provincial court. Not guilty enters were entered by his lawyer Chris Koban who ...
Mar 14, 2025
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SIRT Investigation
No criminal offences by police; Umpherville's death caused by cardiac arrest
Nearly two years after his death, an investigation determined police did not commit any criminal offences during the arrest of 40-year old Boden Umpherville in Prince Albert and their use of force was appropriate. The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) released the results of its investigation into the ...
Mar 14, 2025
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Saskatchewan doubles road-use charge for electric vehicles
Electric vehicle owners in Saskatchewan will soon be paying higher fees to help support road maintenance, and a number of other provincial fees are also being adjusted.According to the Government of Saskatchewan, the growing number of electric vehicles on the province's roads and highways are contributing to wear and t...
Mar 14, 2025
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Local Sports
Final game of the year
Hawks cap season with plenty of promise
The Nipawin Hawks season concluded Friday with a 6-1 loss to the Humboldt Broncos on home ice, but the result isn't a reflection of the last couple of months for the young Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) club.The team will end their 40th season in 11th place with 17 wins and 40 points, but they won seven of th...
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Last weekend set
Mustangs to battle Hounds in final regular season home game Saturday
The Melfort Mustangs will play their final home game of the regular season on Saturday against the Notre Dame Hounds.The contest will begin the final weekend set of the season for both clubs, as a rematch will take place between the two on Sunday in Wilcox.Melfort had a 14-game point streak snapped on Wednesday, in a 7...
Mar 14, 2025
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One last battle
Hawks conclude season versus Humboldt
The Nipawin Hawks will conclude the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season with a home ice matchup against the Humboldt Broncos on Friday.The Hawks have won seven of their last 10 games and will look for the season split against Humboldt. The Broncos are battling to remain sixth in the SJHL standings going int...
Mar 14, 2025
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Improvements to be made
Busy offseason ahead for PJHL's Thunder
The Carrot River Outback Thunder are now two weeks removed from the end of their 2024/25 campaign in the Prairie Junior Hockey League (PJHL) and a long offseason lays ahead of them.In fact, its already begun as calls are continuously being made to prospective players, with spring camp just a week away.This coming after...
Mar 14, 2025
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Is it Necessary?
Scary WHL fight raises concerns about fighting in hockey
A Western Hockey League (WHL) game between the Tri-City Americans and Seattle Thunderbirds came to an abrupt end earlier this week following a fight between Thunderbirds defenceman Ashton Cumby and Americans blueliner, and former Prince Albert Raider, Terrell Goldsmith, which sent Goldsmith to the hospital with serious...
Mar 13, 2025
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No Sweep
Mustangs collapse against Ice Wolves; La Ronge stays alive
The Melfort Mustangs had their first-round playoff matchup locked in...and then they didn't.Melfort led the La Ronge Ice Wolves 5-3 at the Northern Lights Palace Wednesday night with just over five minutes left in the third period.In the last five minutes, La Ronge scored four times, en route to a 7-5 victory, official...
Mar 13, 2025
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Northeast Profiles
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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Co-op® Premium Diesel
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...
Aug 07, 2024
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farmnewsNOW
Above average runoff expected for much of central, southern Saskatchewan
Most of the region can expect above average runoff this spring. The Water Security Agency (WSA) has released their spring runoff report for 2025. Much...
Mar 14, 2025
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Prime Minister Carney appoints Kody Blois as new Federal Ag Minister
There is a new Prime Minister in Canada, and along with that comes a new cabinet, including a new Agriculture Minister. Mark Carney was sworn in as Pr...
Mar 14, 2025
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Agriculture Roundup for Wednesday, March 12
Saskatchewan canola farmers are caught in the crosshairs in a trade war between Canada and China. China's new 100 per cent tariff on Canadian canola o...
Mar 12, 2025
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Canada
Canadian officials, Muslim leaders call for action against Islamophobia
MONTREAL - Federal officials marked International Day to Combat Islamophobia Saturday by calling on Canadians to push back against bigotry directed at the country's Muslim communities. But one organization that defends the civil rights of Canada's Muslim says not enough is being done to counter the rising tide of hate....
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Clients of Halifax 'rage room' take aim at portraits of U.S. President Donald Trump
HALIFAX - After placing a framed photo of U.S. President Donald Trump on a table, Matthew Burke steps back and takes a mighty swing with a baseball bat. Glass shatters as the frame explodes. The obliterated image vanishes. Satisfied with his effort, the 14-year-old - dressed in dark coveralls, a paintball mask and body...
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Canada and Greece sign memorandum of understanding on tourism between the countries
MONTREAL - Canada and Greece have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote tourism between the two countries, a type of agreement one tourism expert says will become more common as Canada strengthens its bonds with European Union nations and looks for tourism markets beyond the United States. Innovation, Science...
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Carney orders review of F-35 fighter jet purchase from U.S.'s Lockheed Martin
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked for a review of Canada's plan to purchase a fleet of F-35 fighter jets. The deal with Lockheed Martin and the U.S. government is for 88 planes at a cost of about US$85 million each. A spokesperson for Defence Minister Bill Blair says Carney has asked Blair to look into whet...
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Business
Hudson's Bay plans 'immediate' liquidation of entire business
Despite holding out hope it can avoid a full shutdown, Hudson's Bay says it is planning an "immediate" liquidation that would begin next week and wrap up in June.In a late Friday announcement, Canada's oldest company said it couldn't secure the necessary financing to keep at least some of its empire alive.A c...
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King Charles signalling support for Canada as Trump talks annexation: royal watchers
A maple tree, a red dress and a ceremonial sword may seem like cold comfort for Canadians hoping to hear their head of state defend them against U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated pitches to annex their country. But royal watchers say King Charles is showing subtle support for Canada in the only way he can, given h...
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World
Trump invokes 18th century law to declare invasion by gangs and speed deportations
Claiming the United States was being invaded by a Venezuelan gang, President Donald Trump on Saturday invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a sweeping war time authority that allows the president broader leeway on policy and executive action, to speed up mass deportations of people in the country illegally - potential...
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Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation funding the government through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown and capping off a struggle in Congress that deeply divided Democrats. Harrison Fields, White House principal deputy press secretary, said in a ...
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Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes in US South; At least 5 dead
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - At least five people have been killed in a monster storm sweeping across much of the U.S. At least two people were killed in Missouri after a tornado struck the Bakersfield area. The Missouri State Highway patrol said Saturday via social media that multiple people were also injured. It would bring ...
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Israeli airstrikes killed 8 people in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian medics say
CAIRO (AP) - Palestinian medics say Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least eight people, including a local reporter who was operating a drone. The Indonesian Hospital said it received eight bodies from two airstrikes in the same area of the northern town of Beit Lahiya on Saturday. Fares Awad, head of eme...
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Starmer tells global leaders to 'keep the pressure' on Putin over ceasefire in Ukraine
LONDON (AP) - U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told global leaders to "keep the pressure" on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back a ceasefire in Ukraine. In his opening remarks Saturday to a virtual gathering of what he has termed the "coalition of the willing," Starmer said Putin will "...
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Starmer tells global leaders to 'keep the pressure' on Putin over ceasefire in Ukraine
LONDON (AP) - U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told global leaders to "keep the pressure" on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back a ceasefire in Ukraine. In his opening remarks Saturday to a virtual gathering of what he has termed the "coalition of the willing," Starmer said Putin will "...
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