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NESD Update - March 18, 2020

A decision was made by the education sector Response Planning team in conjunction with advice from the Chief Medical Officer of Saskatchewan, that starting Friday, March 20, all Saskatchewan school bo...

Mar 19, 2020

SRSD March 18, 2020 Update

Thank you for the amazing support you have provided to our schools and our staff during this uncertain time. It is during these challenging times that it becomes so clear the importance of relationshi...

Mar 19, 2020

'Best interest of everybody': Melfort gym and spa forced to close under provincial State of Emergency

With Saskatchewan being put under a State of Emergency on Wednesday, March 18, numerous businesses in the northeast have been forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Under the parameters of the S...

Mar 19, 2020 (Mat Barrett/northeastNOW Staff)

Local stores opening early for seniors only during COVID-19 pandemic

Seniors are some of the most vulnerable people when it comes to contracting the coronavirus. So to help seniors in Melfort and area, Prairie North Co-op Food Stores, and Cindy's Independent Grocer are...

Andrew Snook Mar 18, 2020 (Aaron Schulze/northeastNOW Staff)

Government of Saskatchewan declares State of Emergency

The Government of Saskatchewan has declared a State of Emergency as concerns over the spread of COVID-19 pandemic grow and the number of cases in the province doubled from eight to 16 overnight."There...

Mar 18, 2020 Premier Scott Moe announcing the State of Emergency on March 18, 2020. (submitted photo/Government of Saskatchewan)

Facilities and town office close in Naicam due to coronavirus concerns

The Town of Naicam has come out with their list of closures during the COVID-19 outbreak.All Recreation facilities and events have been cancelled, and the town office will be closed to the public. Tow...

Mar 18, 2020 (Faceboook/Town of Naicam)

Volunteers Needed for Meals on Wheels

The following are Volunteer Service Opportunities in Kinistino and Birch Hills for the week of March 16, 2020.The Volunteer Service Department is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunte...

Mar 18, 2020

NEOSS continues to serve public despite COVID-19 pandemic

North East Outreach and Support Services (NEOSS) is adjusting to a new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic.Executive Director Louise Schweitzer told northeastNOW NEOSS has essential services that assi...

Mar 18, 2020 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

Melfort's Northern Lights Gallery Using Facebook Page to Keep Kids Busy with Art

During these times - people are stepping up to social distance but to also find ways to help.Melfort, SK's Northern Lights Gallery is setting up projects on their Facebook page - to help families with...

Mar 18, 2020

Northern Light Bluegass & Old Tyme Music Society Event Cancellations

The current Covid-19 crisis is an area of concern that we at Northern Lights are monitoring closely. We continue to keep an eye on the outcomes of the measures being put in place for our safety and th...

Mar 18, 2020