Health

Creighton residents warned by Town to leave immediately

A terse warning from the Town of Creighton as wildfires plague the region. "Anyone who does not need to be here in Town needs to leave NOW," the Town of Creighton posted on their social media page. "W...

May 30, 2025

Town of Nipawin issues fire ban; air quality concerns expand across Sask.

The Town of Nipawin is now under a fire ban. All open-air fires are prohibited. That includes fire pits, chimneys, and solid fuel appliances, while fireworks are also banned. (Town of Nipawin)The hot,...

May 28, 2025

Nipawin Region Health Foundation benefits from Smile Cookie campaign

A major donation to the Nipawin Region Health Foundation, thanks to this year's Smile Cookie Week. "Thanks to our amazing community, we raised an incredible $10,721.60 during Tim Hortons Smile Cookie ...

May 28, 2025

Evacuation notice in Creighton

STORY UPDATE: The Town of Creighton has issued an evacuation notice as a significant wildfire threatens the area.The Town said Highway 106 is open to leave. Take the La Ronge cut across to Highway 2, ...

May 28, 2025

Wildfire smoke leading to Air Quality Warning for large portion of northeastern Saskatchewan

Much of northeastern Saskatchewan is under an Air Quality Warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued the warning today as smoke continues to cause very poor air quality and reduced visibili...

May 28, 2025

Future unclear for wildfire evacuees from Pelican Narrows

Tired and hungry after a near six-hour bus trip, a group of evacuees from Pelican Narrows arrived at the Prince Albert Grand Council Urban Services building in Prince Albert, knowing it won't be long ...

May 26, 2025

Sharps found in Nipawin recycling materials, residents reminded of proper disposal

The Town of Nipawin is asking residents to be careful about the disposal of sharps. This comes on the heels of a dangerous incident on Thursday, when Nipawin Protective Services responded to an incide...

May 23, 2025

Move to Cure ALS Walk being held in Melfort on Saturday

Its a chance for some exercise for a very worthy cause. The Move to Cure Melfort ALS Walk is being held this weekend along Spruce Haven Road. You can sign up to walk, run, or roll in this year's event...

May 23, 2025

Terry Fox’s brother to visit Prince Albert, schools in Central Sask

Terry Fox's legacy of hope for cancer research will become a little more real to students in Central Saskatchewan, as well as to some Prince Albert seniors. Terry's brother, Fred, will start a series ...

May 22, 2025

Melfort Food Bank receives $3000 from Knights of Columbus

The Melfort Food Bank has received a generous donation from a well-known charitable organization. The Melfort Knights of Columbus chapter was on hand Wednesday to present a $3,000 cheque from the orga...

May 21, 2025