Paramedics/Fire

Photo radar coming to Wakaw intersection

The intersection of Highway 41 and Highway 2 at Wakaw will soon have photo speed enforcement (PSE).The provincial government made the decision after a review from the PSE Committee, which is made up o...

Dec 04, 2019 A photo speed enforcement box like this one will soon be in Wakaw. (Submitted/SGI)

Structure fire contained to chimney in R.M. of Kinistino

It was a close call this morning at a residence in the R.M. of Kinistino.Melfort Fire and Rescue was dispatched to a structure fire at 7:40 a.m. on Tuesday.Crews were on route when they were informed ...

Dec 03, 2019 (file photo/northeastNOW Staff)

Arson responsible for Cumberland House band office fire: Chief Rene Chaboyer

Cumberland House Cree Nation Chief Rene Chaboyer stated the fire that destroyed the local band office this morning was an act of arson."RCMP have confirmed arson, so we're just trying to get our emplo...

Dec 02, 2019 Chief Rene Chaboyer stated arson was responsible for the fire. (Prince Albert Grand Council)

Two-vehicle crash near Naicam claims life

One person has been killed in a two-vehicle collision north of Naicam.The crash happened Friday, Nov. 29 at approximately 2:30 p.m.A pickup truck travelling south on Highway 6 crossed into the lane of...

Dec 02, 2019 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

Irreplaceable historical data lost in Cumberland House band office fire

The loss of irreplaceable historical data and material in a fire which consumed the Cumberland House Cree Nation (CHCN) band office is being called 'insurmountable.'According to a CHCN media release, ...

Dec 02, 2019 By 9 a.m. this morning the building was completely engulfed in flames and smoke. (submitted photo/Gerry McKenzie)

House fire in Pelican Narrows claiming two lives not suspicious: RCMP

Two men died as the result of a house fire Nov. 30 in Pelican Narrows.That's according to an RCMP media release, which stated officers from the local detachment responded to a house fire on Morin Road...

Dec 02, 2019 Eight people were in the home at the time of the fire. (Priscilla Merasty/Facebook)

Star City Fire Brigade hosting 'Wing Thing' on Saturday

A fundraiser will be this weekend to raise money for the Star City Fire Brigade.The brigades annual 'Wing Thing' will take place this Saturday at the Star City Elks Hall. There will be bingo, craft an...

Nov 27, 2019 (Cam Lee/northeastNOW Staff)

Weekend rain and snow results in icy conditions in northeast

A mix of snow and rain on the weekend has left roads and sidewalks slick, and in some cases, dangerous.There are some steps you can take to reduce the risks when out for a walk.Melfort Ambulance Manag...

Nov 25, 2019 (Cam Lee/northeastNOW Staff)

Carrot River Fire and Rescue introducing two new programs at open house

Bryce Lytle took over as Carrot River's fire chief in August 2018 and now he finally has a chance to pull back the curtain of the town's fire department.Carrot River Fire and Rescue will host its firs...

Lisa Brady Nov 21, 2019 (Facebook/Carrot River Fire and Rescue)

Melfort Fire Department getting set to host annual Wing Ding fundraiser

An annual tradition in Melfort is now in its 69th year.The Melfort Fire Department's Wing Ding will take place Dec. 14 at the Kerry Vickar Centre. The doors open at 1 p.m., and it all begins at 1:30 p...

Nov 21, 2019 (Cam Lee/northeastNOW Staff)