Tag Archives: Community

SARM president says new provincial tax change will hurt rural municipalities
Rural municipalities in Saskatchewan previously had the ability to tax commercial property at nines times the rate that they've been allowed to tax agricultural property.That ratio has now been lowere...
Dec 22, 2022

Over 500 complaints made this year by Pine Grove inmates, ministry confirms
Over the course of 11 months this year, there have been 512 formal complaints issued by inmates at the Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert.That's according to information provided to paNOW...
Dec 21, 2022

St. Brieux Kin Club hosts ribbon cutting for new gazebo
The St. Brieux Kin Club has officially completed its "first project ever".The group recently held a ribbon cutting for the construction of a new gazebo and featured a special visit from Santa Claus, a...
Dec 21, 2022

Local Co-Op stores give back during extremely cold times
Lake Country Co-op employees recently spread some love to those that need it the most in Prince Albert.As part of the company's "Give the Gift of Warmth" campaign donations were accepted from team mem...
Dec 21, 2022

'Everyone needs some help': Prince Albert Grand Council provides food for families in need
Thanks to efforts of staff and volunteers at Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC), many more local families will be able to enjoy a Christmas dinner this year.Over the course of two days, roughly 3,000 ...
Dec 20, 2022

James Smith Cree Nation Strong and Resilient Hockey Cup
The James Smith Cree Nation Strong and Resilient Hockey Cup will be December 27 - 29 at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon.See the poster for details.
Dec 20, 2022

La Ronge Christmas display features orbs for the departed, Ukrainian flag
Although December brings with it the darkest days of the year, one couple from La Ronge are doing the best they can to make the small northern town just a little brighter. Lorne and Debbie Klassen, th...
Dec 20, 2022

Melfort Christmas Castle supporting local food bank, fight against childhood cancer
The Christmas Castle in Melfort is getting locals in the holiday spirit, right before the Christmas weekend.The Christmas tree maze began earlier this month (Dec. 5), and will run nightly from 6-9 p.m...
Dec 19, 2022

Meadow Lake lawyer receives King's counsel designation
Kathy Hodgson-Smith has joined an elite list of Saskatchewan lawyers, recognized for their contributions to the legal profession and public service.In total, 14 lawyers have received the 2022 King's C...
Dec 19, 2022

Sled Dogs, Skiing and Kick Sleds at Duck Mountain Provincial Park
Rounding out the new businesses in the parks this year is Prairie Sled Dogs and Adventure Rentals .This Eco-Tourism Agency offers cross-country ski and kick sled rentals and Introduction to Dogsleddin...
Dec 19, 2022