The City of Humboldt said a new white mesh system installed beneath the ice surface at Elgar Petersen Arena exceeded expectations in its first season of use.The city purchased the mesh from Goal to Goal Solutions for about $42,000 ahead of the 2025-26 season. The product replaces the traditional process of painting the...

The man charged with vandalizing several businesses in downtown Melfort has been sentenced. Roger Durocher pleaded guilty in Melfort Provincial Court on Monday to one count of break-and-enter, and several charges of criminal mischief.He received a suspended sentence and a 12-month probation order, with conditions that ...

The Pasquia Golf Course south of Carrot River has some good news regarding the flooding that overtook the course during the spring melt. "The water has started to go down on the course," their social media page stated. "We are very thankful the [hole] number four fairway is still there for now." The...

The tender for the 2026 water main replacement program in Humboldt has been awarded. Council has approved the recommendation that Brockman Enterprises Ltd. be awarded the tender at a cost of $822,519.43. Director of Public Works Peter Bergquist told northeastNOW the program includes water main replacement and reconstru...

A total of three northeast hockey players were selected in Thursday's WHL Prospects Draft.Of the three, two will stay in the province and remain teammates, while the other will look to make the jump to Alberta.Nipawin's own Parker Bleich was the highest selection of the three going in the fourth round, 72nd overall, to...

The two people facing firearms charges after a shooting in Melfort last month will soon have their case back in court. Shayla Tataquason-Bear of Tisdale will be back in court on Monday, while Austin Patton of Melfort will make an appearance May 19. Both were charged following a shooting at a home on Burrows Ave. W. on ...

It's Emergency Preparedness Week in Saskatchewan, and officials say it's certainly an appropriate topic to discuss considering weather-related events the last few years. Melfort Fire Chief Leonard Whitney told northeastNOW the need to be prepared for emergency situations has only grown over time. "We're starting t...

A man and woman from Prince Albert are wanted by RCMP in both Humboldt and Wakaw following a string of break and enters that included theft of a truck, a boat and trailer, power tools and yard tools. Multiple reports of break-ins to homes and properties in Wakaw and Rhona Lake were reported between April 27 and 29. O...

The Rural Municipality (RM) of Torch River has requested designation under the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) for the flooding that has been occurring in the area. The RM is waiting for the formal application window to open, and they are recommending that residents keep thorough records of the effects th...

Momentum continues to grow for Coffee with Council in Melfort. The first event at the Kerry Vickar Centre saw just a few people attend, but last night's crowd was much larger, with four tables jam-packed with residents looking to discuss the issues affecting them. "A fantastic turnout to Coffee with Council,"...

The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) has wrapped up its investigation into an in-custody death in Melfort last year. They concluded there was no evidence that use of force by police caused or contributed to the death of a 44-year-old man taken into custody. The autopsy report confirmed the cause of th...

A man faces a manslaughter charge after the death of a man in Melfort on the weekend. Melfort RCMP received a report of an assault with a weapon at an apartment in the 100 block of Broadway Ave. S. at around noon on Saturday. The initial investigation by the Saskatoon Homicide Investigation Unit determined that an alte...

The RM of Star City has declared a local emergency due to flooding. Roads in Divisions 3 and 6 are most affected by the flooding of Melfort Creek. Submitted by Rob Miller, Reeve of the RM of Star City. The RM says water is over roads and there are washouts in the areas, leading to many road closures. Traffic shou...

High water levels continue to wreak havoc in much of northeast and east-central Saskatchewan. The City of Melfort has issued a flood risk advisory for Melfort Creek on the east side of the city. "Residents are asked to avoid the Melfort Creek area due to an increased risk of flooding and reports of washed-out road...

The Town of Nipawin wants residents to fill out their census forms. The national census is being released next week, and Nipawin's General Manager of Community Services Derek Seckinger told northeastNOW that residents should complete the census form as soon as they receive it, ensuring that everyone in the house is inc...

Carlton Trail College will soon have a new technical training facility, courtesy of BHP and the provincial government.The Government of Saskatchewan has invested just shy of $4 million into the new facility, while BHP has added an additional $1.9 million.The new facility, right in Humboldt, will be an expansion of Carl...

The City of Humboldt is alerting residents to issues regarding the sewer in the hospital area. "Our sewage lift station reached a high level today which could result in sewer backups," the City posted on its social media pages on Friday. Property owners are urged to ensure that their sump pumps are discharged...

STARS was called after a single vehicle rollover near Melfort. The Melfort Fire Department was called to the scene of the rollover east of Melfort just after noon on Friday. A truck was found on its side when crews arrived, and the driver was pinned inside. EMS secured the patient, while the fire department began work ...

Under clear skies and warm spring weather, people gathered in Melfort on Friday for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Walk. It's a day marked by reflection, community, and remembrance.The Marguerite Riel Centre hosted the fourth annual event at Memorial Gardens. Spokesperson Kevin Arcand told northeas...

The Town of Tisdale has released the details of its 2026 budget. A news release stated this year's municipal mill rate has been reduced, and residential base taxes have also been lowered "to help ease the overall burden on homeowners." The Town has decided to remove the early payment discount in 2026, statin...

The Historic Post Office Advisory Group in Melfort has benefited from a local fundraiser. The group is looking to rehabilitate and repair the iconic building in Melfort. A loonie auction by the Mature Ladies Group raised $8600 dollars toward the rehabilitation project. Historic Post Office Advisory Group (HPOAG) chair ...

The Nipawin Hawks have locked down their bench boss for an additional two years.Head Coach and General Manager Tad Kozun has signed a two-year contract extension with the organization."I'm definitely really excited to be able to continue on what we've done here. It hasn't been easy sledding, obviously; we went thr...

The opposition NDP continues to lobby the SaskParty government to put a pause on the provincial gas tax. Shadow Minister for Highways and SGI Darcy Warrington was in Melfort on Thursday in front of MLA Todd Goudy's office to discuss the need for the gas tax to be put on hold, especially amid the soaring gas prices acro...

Residents in Melfort have a chance to hear it straight from council's mouth. Another Coffee with Council event is being held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Kerry Vickar Centre. City Coun. Tara Muntain told northeastNOW the meetings are an opportunity for people to chat about anything and everything in an informal setting. &q...

The Marguerite Riel Centre in Melfort is hosting its fourth annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous Walk on Friday. The event will begin at noon at Memorial Gardens with a barbecue. Kevin Arcand with the Marguerite Riel Centre said all proceeds will go toward supporting the centre's youth programming. "Then, at 1 p...

An investigation is underway into the senseless killing of wildlife in the Spiritwood area.Conservation officers are asking for help in finding the individuals responsible for the killing of bears near Lorenzo, Sask. (Image Credit: SaskTip/Facebook) Spiritwood conservation officers received information that a black be...

The Tisdale RCMP detachment is under new leadership.Sgt. Seth Gouw comes to the community with over 13 years of service, having worked throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta."I just want to get the detachment back to where it was - fully staffed and members trained, because if members are at work, then we can keep th...

The CIty of Melfort is urging residents to fill out the federal census forms. The census will be released next week, and Director of Corporate Services Lydia Steffen says completing the document is quick, confidential, and important to the community. "The information collected shows who lives in Melfort and helps ...