Tag Archives: Community
James Smith Cree Nation enforces curfew bylaw, added security following COVID-19 surge
Following seven cases of COVID-19 in the community as of Nov. 7, James Smith Cree Nation has encouraged and enforced more health precautions.A release issued by Chief Wally Burns and James Smith Cree ...
Nov 08, 2020
Two COVID-19 deaths, 116 new cases reported
Two more people who tested positive for COVID-19 have died, both of whom are from the north. According to the Saskatchewan Health Authority, one was in their 60s from the Far North West, while the oth...
Nov 07, 2020
Cooperative Place in Wynyard recognized with provincial award in first year of operation
Despite the challenges around the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the Co-operative Place in Wynyard are calling the first year a success.The multi-sport recreation facility is home to the community rink...
Nov 06, 2020
More than $20,000 raised throughout northeast during Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign
Smiles eaten in September have brought smiles to charities and programs in the northeast in October.The money raised during Tim Hortons' Smile Cookie Campaign in September has spread its way to variou...
Nov 06, 2020
Star City not opening rink for season, citing COVID-19 challenges
The Star City rink will not be opening to the public this season.In a letter sent to northeastNOW by the Town of Star City, they're citing "in part due to the uncertainty involving the current COVID-1...
Nov 06, 2020
Mustangs set to open regular season, return to 105CJVR and Beach Radio
By the time the puck drops on Friday for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's (SJHL) regular season, it will have been 241 days since the last competitive hockey game was played by the Melfort Must...
Nov 05, 2020
An Extended Household of 10 People in Total
Close families or groups of friends may form an extended household group, to a maximum of 10 people. Please be aware: 1. Your families or friends must remain consistent. Do not visit different familie...
Nov 05, 2020
Report Illegal Sale of Wild Game
In Saskatchewan it is illegal to sell, barter, trade or buy wild meat and fish whether online or in-person. This is trafficking and can result in fines and licence suspensions.Help keep Saskatchewan's...
Nov 05, 2020
City of Melfort Christmas Light Contest
With the beautiful weather, we thought you might want to put lights up so we wanted to give you a heads up. You are also welcome to wait until it's -40. Remember registration doesn't open until Novemb...
Nov 05, 2020
Service Canada - Ready to Help
Service Canada is ready to assist Canadians through this Pandemic.See the poster below on programs and services.
Nov 05, 2020