Health

Swimming advisories issued after elevated E-coli levels at four local beaches

Four local beaches are off limits to swimming after elevated levels of E-coli were found in water samples. Swimming has been halted at the main beach of Wakaw Lake Regional Park, St. Brieux beach, the...

Aug 11, 2025

Naicam and District Ambulance sells operations to Duck Mountain Ambulance Care

A local emergency medical services operation has been sold. Naicam and District Ambulance has announced the sale of its operation to Duck Mountain Ambulance Care Ltd. A news release from the Town of N...

Aug 05, 2025

Porcupine Carragana ER facing temporary closure dates

Another temporary service disruption for a local emergency room. The Saskatchewan Health Authority said the Porcupine Carragana Hospital emergency department will be closed for parts of three days. Th...

Jul 31, 2025

Local pharmacist believes strep throat and ear infection pilot program working

A pharmacist in Melfort believes the pilot program allowing them to test for strep throat and assess for ear infections is working. Eric Pederson is the owner of Pederson Pharmacy in Melfort. He told ...

Jul 29, 2025

Elevated E-coli levels at Kipabiskau lead to swimming advisory

A local beach is reporting high E-coli levels in the water. Water samples have indicated an elevated level at Kipabiskau Beach at Kipabiskau Lake, just southeast of Melfort. The water status advisory ...

Jul 28, 2025

Warnings issued for STARS Lottery, Carney investment scams in Saskatchewan

A recent rise in fraud cases in Saskatchewan has prompted a warning from two police services in the province and the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA).Both Regina Police ...

Jul 26, 2025

Melfort man helping to raise funds for STARS

A Melfort man is a little nervous, but also excited to be part of an upcoming STARS fundraiser. Ken Madraga, former owner of Melody Motors in Melfort, is taking part in the 'Rescue on the Prairie' in ...

Jul 25, 2025

77 new and enhanced healthcare positions announced around the province

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced that a total of 77 full-time positions will be added to the province's healthcare system to benefit rural and remote communities. Some of these positi...

Jul 24, 2025

Health concerns stemming from wildfire smoke

Wildfire smoke will lead to reduced air quality across Saskatchewan over the next couple of days. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, the Air Quality Health Index value forecast in are...

Jul 22, 2025

NCHCF purchases new monitors thanks to generous benefactor

Another vital piece of medical equipment is now in Melfort's hospital thanks to a generous donation. An anonymous donor paid for two critical monitors for use in the hospital. North Central Health Car...

Jul 16, 2025