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Planning on taking a trip in Canada?

Planning on taking a trip in Canada?Add insurance to your checklist.You may be surprised to know that travel insurance isn't just a necessity for people who vacation outside the country - it applies w...

Mar 08, 2021

Premier Moe says Saskatchewan trending toward looser COVID-19 rules

As Saskatchewan's COVID-19 infections continue trending downward, the relaxing of pandemic health measures could soon follow.Premier Scott Moe hinted at the possibility of easing restrictions last wee...

Mar 08, 2021

Toll free support line created for inmates in distress

A toll-free line of support for inmates at provincial and federal institutions in Saskatchewan is expected to be fully up and running by Monday.The idea for the service comes from inmate advocacy grou...

Mar 06, 2021

'It's like winning the Oscars': Melfort Lawyer receives Queen's Counsel Designation

A Melfort lawyer has been honoured with the Queen's Counsel Designation in Saskatchewan.Foluke Laosebikan received her designation in February and says it's special to be honoured with something like ...

Mar 05, 2021

Virtual covid vigil aims to bring Sask. residents together

Saskatchewan residents will have the opportunity to light a candle in solidarity through an online vigil that marks one year of the global pandemic.Reverend Marie-Louise Ternier is an Anglican priest ...

Mar 05, 2021

207 new cases, two deaths and 125 COVID recoveries reported in the province

The province reported 207 new cases of COVID-19 in the province today bringing the provincial total up to 29,432 cases. Prince Albert and North Battleford are among six communities in the province who...

Mar 05, 2021

North East SPCA looking for more volunteers

The North East SPCA (NESPCA) is looking for additional volunteers and involvement from more communities in the area.Volunteers are needed to help with donor tracking, adoptions, fundraising, social me...

Mar 05, 2021

Melfort council continues budget deliberations, tax increase expected to be about normal

We're starting to get a clearer picture on what Melfort's operating budget and tax increase for 2021 is going to look like.After the first budget meeting in Melfort on Feb. 26, a 4.12 per cent tax inc...

Mar 05, 2021

Safety in PA National Park As the Season Changes

The health and safety of visitors, employees and all Canadians is of the utmost importance to Parks Canada.To help limit the spread of COVID-19, visitors must follow the advice of public health expert...

Mar 05, 2021

169 new cases and 168 recoveries reported in the province

The province has reported 169 new cases of COVID-19 and 169 recoveries in Saskatchewan bringing the provincial total to 29,220 cases. Meanwhile, clinics are starting in Prince Albert and North Battlef...

Mar 04, 2021