Assault
Humboldt RCMP investigating assault
RCMP in Humboldt are investigating an assault. The incident just after midnight on Wednesday at a home on 13th St. Police say two males entered a home and a man inside left with the suspects and was assaulted. The man's injuries were non-life threatening in nature, and he was the subject of a missing persons' release t...
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Arson investigation
Alleged wildfire bugs appear in court
A mental health assessment has been ordered for a young woman accused of setting a fire last month in the area of Montreal Lake Cree Nation. Cleo Halkett's case was discussed Thursday at Prince Albert Provincial Court and adjourned to June 19 for a possible bail hearing. According to a statement provided last week by W...
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Assault
Humboldt RCMP investigating assault
RCMP in Humboldt are investigating an assault. The incident just after midnight on Wednesday at a home on 13th St. Police say two males entered a home and a man inside left with the suspects and was assaulted. The man's injuries were non-life threatening in nature, and he was the subject of a missing persons' release t...
9h ago
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Arson investigation
Alleged wildfire bugs appear in court
A mental health assessment has been ordered for a young woman accused of setting a fire last month in the area of Montreal Lake Cree Nation. Cleo Halkett's case was discussed Thursday at Prince Albert Provincial Court and adjourned to June 19 for a possible bail hearing. According to a statement provided last week by W...
9h ago
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Annual Tournament
222's Fastpitch Shootout in Melfort this weekend
The Spruce Haven ball diamonds will be full of action this weekend, as the Melfort Minor Softball Association (MMSA) hosts their annual 222's Fastpitch Shootout.The tournament will have the U13 and U15 Melfort Spirit as the hosts with 13 other teams competing, eight in the U15 side and five in the U13 side.Five teams a...
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MONYQ Fashion Show
MONYQ Fashion Show in Melfort to highlight latest styles, local models
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Vandalism
'Disheartened and disappointed': Tisdale RCMP investigating after swastika painted over Pride Month crosswalk
A disturbing, hateful case of vandalism in Tisdale. Last night, someone painted a black swastika across the Pride crosswalk in the community. This comes after several vehicles did 'burnouts' on the same crosswalk. "The Town of Tisdale is disheartened and disappointed by the recent act of vandalism that occurred wi...
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Community airtime award
Community Airtime Award nominations are closing fast
Local non-profits have an opportunity to receive some much-needed exposure via the radio. Pattison Media radio stations 105 CJVR and 750 Beach Radio are looking for nominations for non-profit organizations to receive the Community Airtime Award. The chosen non-profit would receive a free $50,000 professional marketing ...
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Saskatchewan
Leadership cuts
SHA cuts 26 leadership positions to improve local management
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced dozens of cuts to high-ranking positions, freeing up money for other initiatives.Some of those impacted were 26 senior leadership roles, in addition to other corporate and support positions.But, SHA CEO Andrew Will confirmed staff providing care to patients weren't affe...
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ongoing investigation
ERFN identifies 60 new areas of concern at site of former Beauval residential school
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Thursday wildfire update
Toned-down wildfire season continues
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Tariffs
Saskatchewan government removes all U.S. counter-tariff measures
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Saskatchewan Day of Caring
ON NOW: Saskatchewan broadcasters unite for radiothon supporting wildfire evacuees
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Annual Tournament
222's Fastpitch Shootout in Melfort this weekend
The Spruce Haven ball diamonds will be full of action this weekend, as the Melfort Minor Softball Association (MMSA) hosts their annual 222's Fastpitch Shootout.The tournament will have the U13 and U15 Melfort Spirit as the hosts with 13 other teams competing, eight in the U15 side and five in the U13 side.Five teams a...
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CurlSask
Hudson Bay wins Curling Club of the Year
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Jun 11, 2025
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Playing at home
Mustangs' Keup tendered by Rochester Jr. Americans
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Jun 11, 2025
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Riderville
Ka'Deem Carey wanted to be a Rider after release from Argos
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Jun 11, 2025
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Saskatchewan talent
Ninety-two players selected in 2025 SJHL Draft
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Jun 11, 2025
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Graduated Mustang
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Jun 09, 2025
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Northeast Profiles
Rooted In Agriculture
Growing Community . . . One Acre at a Time
The Prairie North Co-operative of today has a rich history that is rooted in agriculture. It was originally established in 1914 as the Melfort Grain Growers Co-operative Trading Association. Hampered by a lack of access to markets, area farmers decided to experiment with a purchasing co-operative to buy basic supplies ...
Jun 10, 2025
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Propane For Pets - May 15th
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At Prairie North Co-op, we love when our team members come up with great ideas, especially when those ideas are about raising funds for local charities! Keith Mamer, our gas bar division manager, had seen a similar fundraising event in Alberta and took the initiative up with Federated Co-op Limited (FCL) to make things...
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Living the Corporate Brand
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Canada
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Quebec Liberals hope to boost their fortunes as they choose new leader
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Leaders on Canada's expanded G7 guest list to tackle climate, economy and security
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Israel attacks Iran's nuclear and missile sites with explosions booming across Tehran
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