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SHA issues advisory for people who attended event in Christoper Lake

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising anyone who attended the Lakeland Snowmobile Club Wilderness Rally Supper in Christopher Lake on Saturday, March 14, 2020 between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. to sel...

Mar 25, 2020 (ID 175279637 © Buddhilakshan4 | Dreamstime.com)

North East SPCA adjusting to COVID-19 pandemic

The North East SPCA (NESPCA) is another local organization adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic.The Harry and Eve Vickar Shelter in Melfort is taking a number of steps to reduce the risk of transmission....

Mar 25, 2020 (Aaron Schulze/northeastNOW Staff)

Tisdale Dairy Queen latest business to close doors due to COVID-19

As businesses remain in the unknown stages of COVID-19, one operation in Tisdale is the latest to close its doors.The Dairy Queen (DQ) in Tisdale announced as of Thursday, March 27, it will be closed ...

Lisa Brady Mar 25, 2020 (Facebook/Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (700 - 100a St, Tisdale, SK) )

Gatherings limited to 10 people in Saskatchewan, further businesses to close to prevent virus transmission

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, there are new changes coming into effect for businesses and gatherings are now limited to 10 people maximum."As we impose further restrictions to fight the spread of ...

Mar 25, 2020 (File Photo/paNOW Staff)

Moose goes through window at Tisdale care home

Newmarket Manor in Tisdale had an unusual after-supper guest on Sunday.A moose broke through panes of glass in the dining room at the care home before leaving and then attempting to jump a fence.Inspe...

Mar 25, 2020 A moose broke through panes of glass at the New Market Manor care home in Tisdale on Sunday evening. (Facebook/Donna Jansen)

Local mayor creates youth competition to help pass time during school closures

A local mayor is trying to spark the creative juices and help pass the time during the COVID-19 pandemic by organizing a youth competition on his Facebook page.Battlefords Mayor Ames Leslie is challen...

Mar 25, 2020 Town of Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie creates youth contest. (File photo/battlefordsNOW staff)

SaskTel using COVID-19 protocols for Internet installations; demand for services up

Don't be surprised if you're a SaskTel customer and you get a call from the company to send a technician over to your home or business.The Crown corporation says it's still doing Internet installation...

Mar 25, 2020 (CJME News Staff)

Bringing Our Parks to You

Beginning Monday, March 30, SaskParks will be offering daily programming, activities and challenges from the comfort of your home! We are calling this SaskCyberParks! Each day at 10:00 a.m. we will po...

Mar 25, 2020

Humboldt mayor discusses city's first COVID-19 case

The mayor of Humboldt is encouraging people to stay calm, follow health protocols, and strict social distancing. His comments came after the community's first confirmed case of COVID-19 over the weeke...

Mar 25, 2020 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

Get Outside and Have Fun - Social Distancing Style in Birch Hills

The Birch Hills Cross Country Ski Trail is open and available for use without charge.This is about 3 lm of easy trail, groomed regularly but check their page for updates.Walkers, snow shoe people and ...

Mar 25, 2020