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What's Happening: Millions holed up, vaccine trial starts
Millions of people began holing up at home, stocking up on supplies and keeping a wary eye on how close they get to friends and neighbours as fear of the coronavirus spread to more places. The number ...
Mar 16, 2020

Malaysia bans mass gatherings, shuts most businesses
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Malaysia's leader announced on Monday a drastic two-week lockdown in the country following a sharp spike in the number of virus cases. Prime Minister Muhyiddini Yassin said re...
Mar 16, 2020

US officials: Foreign disinformation stoking virus fears
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration is alleging that a foreign disinformation campaign is underway aimed at spreading fear in the country amid the coronavirus pandemic, three U.S. officials said Mon...
Mar 16, 2020

Walleye Derby Cancelled
MLCN 14 th Annual Fish Derby that was scheduled for March 21 2020 is officially cancelled due to the Corona Virus Threat . All anglers n people that purchased tickets will be reimbursed . - it's a wor...
Mar 16, 2020

It's Time to TALK Event Postponed
Over the last few days I've been monitoring the current situation in our province, following closely the recommendations of the Saskatchewan Health Authority with the spread of COVID-19. Despite not w...
Mar 16, 2020

Junior NBA Programs Postponed in Melfort Area
Due to recent Covid-19 recommendations by the ministry of health - all Melfort and area junior NBA spring programs at this point are postponed until further notice. We will monitor recommendations and...
Mar 16, 2020

Library Events Postponed in Melfort
I'm sure no one will be surprised to learn that all programming at the library will be suspended til further notice. This includes Story Time, Toddler Time, Page Turner's Book Club, and the inaugural ...
Mar 16, 2020

Common Ground Project Events Cancelled
I wanted to update everyone that Common Ground will cancel all of the activities scheduled for March 19, 2020 at the John M. Cuelenaere Public Library.While Public Health Canada has indicated that our...
Mar 16, 2020

It’s safe to donate blood during COVID-19, and critical for patients
Blood donors should book and keep their appointments to prevent shortages Canadian Blood Services is concerned by a recent spike in appointment cancellations in several cities related to the COVID-19 ...
Mar 16, 2020

A COVID-19 update and new provincial measures; In The News for March 16
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of March 16 ... COV...
Mar 16, 2020