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Humboldt football player commits to Prince George Kodiaks
A Humboldt local has committed to continuing his football career past just his high school days, and is hoping it'll last as long as possible.Humboldt Collegiate Institute Mohawk and Saskatchewan Sele...
May 28, 2025

Some SaskTel services impacted by wildfires in the north
Several communities including Brabant Lake, Sucker Lake, Southend, Key Lake, Cigar Lake, Collins Bay, Wollaston Lake, Black Lake, Stony Rapids, and Fond du Lac may be experiencing lower than usual dat...
May 28, 2025

Town of Nipawin issues fire ban; air quality concerns expand across Sask.
The Town of Nipawin is now under a fire ban. All open-air fires are prohibited. That includes fire pits, chimneys, and solid fuel appliances, while fireworks are also banned. (Town of Nipawin)The hot,...
May 28, 2025

‘Please do not come to the lake to stay or vacation’; Candle Lake issues plea as wildfire looms
The Shoe Fire, which is 220,000 hectares in size, is still 20 kilometres away from Candle Lake, but the Resort Village isn't taking any changes with the uncontained blaze that is susceptible to wind c...
May 28, 2025

After close loss in PWHL final, Ottawa Charge brace for roster shakeup
OTTAWA - The Ottawa Charge have plenty to be proud of after a strong showing in the Professional Women's Hockey League's second season, but the real test lies ahead with inevitable roster changes on t...
May 28, 2025

COVID vaccine 'strongly recommended' during pregnancy, Canadian doctors say
TORONTO - Canada's gynecologists say COVID-19 vaccination is "strongly recommended" during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada issued the state...
May 28, 2025

CBSA says 67 per cent of drugs seized in month-long operation were coming into Canada
OTTAWA - The Canada Border Services Agency says more than 67 per cent of the drugs seized during a month-long cross-country operation were coming into Canada from the United States. Operation Blizzard...
May 28, 2025

Chelsea beats Real Betis 4-1 to win Conference League and complete set of UEFA titles
WROCLAW, Poland (AP) - Chelsea rallied to beat Real Betis 4-1 in the Conference League final on Wednesday and become the first team to have all four of UEFA's club competitions in its trophy collectio...
May 28, 2025

Nipawin Region Health Foundation benefits from Smile Cookie campaign
A major donation to the Nipawin Region Health Foundation, thanks to this year's Smile Cookie Week. "Thanks to our amazing community, we raised an incredible $10,721.60 during Tim Hortons Smile Cookie ...
May 28, 2025

Ottawa police arrest 13 anti-war protesters demonstrating against arms show
OTTAWA - Ottawa Police say officers arrested 13 protesters on charges of mischief and assaulting police after they held demonstrations against an arms expo in the capital. Police also say a man attend...
May 28, 2025