Education

Area around Northeast Christian Academy designated a 'School Area', rather than a school zone

An area around the Northeast Christian Academy private school on Main St. In Melfort has been designated a 'School Area'. Director of Public Works Kalyna Cipywnyk told northeastNOW the review of the r...

Sep 03, 2025

School zone safety reminder as school year gets underway

The school year is underway, and motorists need to be aware of school zone safety. Melfort RCMP Staff Sgt. Ryan Case told northeastNOW it's important to remember that school zone speed limits differ b...

Sep 02, 2025

Slow down, school is back in session

School zones were once again a buzz of activity this morning as children made their way back to school after the summer holidays.SGI is reminding the public to be aware of more foot traffic and school...

Sep 02, 2025

Study shows children in Sask. performing poorly on mental health metrics

Children First Canada has been tracking the Top 10 threats of Canadian school children since 2018. Today, the national charity that advocates for the well-being of youth, released its annual Raising C...

Sep 02, 2025

Sask. Poly campuses, Northlands College to get more child care spaces; NDP highlights 'child care desert'

The provincial and federal governments will provide $10.8 million to create 540 child care spaces at Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses. Campuses located in Regina, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, and Saskat...

Aug 27, 2025

Horizon School Division Director of Education excited for start of school year

The Horizon School Division is officially back to work, as teachers returned on Monday ahead of next Tuesday's start to the school year. Director of Education Kevin Garinger told northeastNOW they are...

Aug 25, 2025

North East School Division getting ready for upcoming school year

As students prepare their back-to-school gear, so too is the North East School Division. Director of Education Stacy Lair said a new school year beginning is always exciting. The division has been wor...

Aug 21, 2025

Sask. Polytech confirms layoffs as a result of lower immigration numbers

A 'significant decline' in international student registration has led to the layoff of 14 staff at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. The school, which has campuses across Saskatchewan with one in Prince Alber...

Aug 08, 2025

WATCH: Research team investigates potential size of Prince Albert area archaeological site

Just over a year since an archaeological dig unearthed a near 11,000 year old bison bone, proving the existence of a human occupation, a team of researchers and volunteers have returned to the site we...

Jul 29, 2025

Melfort Grad 2025

Melfort & Unit Comprehensive Collegiate (MUCC) held their 2025 graduation ceremony on Friday, celebrating the end of high school.In total, 87 Grade 12 students graduated as part of the class of 20...

Jun 27, 2025