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Shortage of housing inventory in Melfort leading to higher prices, some frustration
It's certainly a seller's market in Melfort real estate these days. The housing inventory is incredibly low in the city as buyers far outpace sellers in the current market. Richelle Rogers, broker/age...
Sep 16, 2025
Man swims in 70 different Sask. lakes to mark milestone birthday
Most people mark their 70th birthday with cake and candles - but one Saskatchewan man dove into celebration by swimming 70 lakes across the province.Gerald Siemen's quest started on May 15 at Top Lake...
Sep 16, 2025
Fire departments compete in P.A. for chance to head to Calgary for national event
Fire departments from around Prince Albert and the province were in the city this past weekend, battling in the 2025 Saskatchewan First Nation Firefighting Competition. The event is held annually in P...
Sep 16, 2025
Trade mission to China ‘more positive than expected’ says Sask. Premier
Saskatchewan's Premier Scott Moe is back from his trade mission to China and said conversations with officials were more positive than he expected.The purpose of Moe's expedition was to discuss Chines...
Sep 16, 2025
Manager defrauded over $200K to support crack cocaine addiction
A former manager of the Buffalo Narrows Broadcasting Corporation will serve his sentence in the community followed by a restitution order for over $200,000 after he defrauded the organization to suppo...
Sep 16, 2025
Successful Multi-K held in Melfort on Saturday
The Melfort Multi-K was another smashing success this past weekend. Over 500 participants showed up for the 1K Kids Fun Run, the 5K, the 10K, or the 21.1K. (Cam Lee/northeastNOW)Race Director Allison ...
Sep 16, 2025
Fire destroys house at James Smith Cree Nation
A house has been lost to fire on James Smith Cree Nation. The Kinistino Fire Department was called to the scene Monday afternoon.By the time crews arrived, the house was fully engulfed in flames. The ...
Sep 16, 2025
Women play active role in protecting wetlands in Northern Sask.
Peatlands, also commonly known as muskegs, are an important part of the eco-system in Northern Saskatchewan and many other parts of the world. They not only provide a crucial role in maintaining the c...
Sep 16, 2025
Second vehicle with damage in Weyburn fatal shooting: RCMP
Saskatchewan RCMP say a second vehicle was damaged on Sept. 12 when a 44-year-old woman was shot and killed in the passenger seat of a Ford Explorer travelling on Highway 39 near Weyburn.RCMP received...
Sep 16, 2025
Artisan and Food Vendor Opportunities at Evergreen Artisan Market - Prince Albert
The Evergreen Artisan Market 2025 is coming, and we are looking for talented artisans and food vendors to be part of this creative holiday tradition.With limited tables available, this is your chance ...
Sep 16, 2025