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Family celebrations adapt to COVID-19 restrictions; Premier asks public to stay apart for Easter
Like many across the province, a Prince Albert man and his extended family are finding a way to be together this Easter long weekend, while also staying apart.Former 900 CKBI radio host Neil Headrick ...
Apr 10, 2020 Prince Albert resident Neil Headrick uses video conferencing platforms like Zoom to stay connected with family and friends. (submitted photo/Neil Headrick)
Kirk Muyres announces move to play second for Team Dunstone
There's been a big shakeup in the Saskatchewan curling landscape as teams prepare for the 2020-2021 season, and the 2022 Olympic games.St. Gregor, Sask. native Kirk Muyres announced on Thursday, April...
Apr 09, 2020 Kirk Muyres (Left), and Matt Dunstone (Right) track a rock down the ice at the 2018 SaskTel Men's Tankard. (Submitted Photo/CurlSask)
'It may look safe to walk on, but it absolutely isn't:' PAFD encourages ice caution
What may appear to be a solid sheet of ice underneath a blanket of snow, could be a perilously thin sheet of ice.The Prince Albert Fire Department (PAFD) is encouraging the public to stay off the Nort...
Apr 09, 2020 (paNOW Staff/ Ronald Quaroni)
'I gained confidence in Melfort': Rondeau rolling to Laurentian for post-secondary hockey
The Melfort Mustangs have their first graduating player commitment of the off-season.Defenceman Alex Rondeau has committed top Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont. for his post-secondary hockey care...
Apr 06, 2020 Rondeau played a total of 128 regular season and playoff games for the Mustangs over his two seasons with the club. (Facebook/Broad Leaf Media)
Local hotel providing free rooms to frontline healthcare workers during COVID-19
A local hotel is offering its assistance to frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.Comfort Inn and Suites in North Battleford will offer frontline healthcare workers free rooms to s...
Apr 03, 2020 Comfort Inn and Suites offering free rooms to frontline healthcare workers. (file photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Staying active and in shape still possible, even with gyms closed during COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has shut down numerous businesses in Saskatchewan, and across Canada. Included in those businesses closed are local gyms. However, even with local gyms shut down for the time bei...
Apr 03, 2020 Chisa Glendenning says it's still possible to stay active during the COVID-19 pandemic, even if you don't have a home gym. (Submitted Photo/Chisa Glendenning)
Coming together, while being apart
From hockey playoffs to graduation, dance recitals and birthdays, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought social gatherings to a standstill, but it hasn't stopped memories from being made.People like Michel...
Apr 02, 2020 Despite social distancing orders, Aiden Papp was still able to celebrate his 13th birthday last Saturday after his grandma came up with a unique plan. (Submitted photo/Michelle Tarry)
Food and cash donations needed at Melfort Food Bank
The Melfort Food Bank is in need of donations as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to put a strain on families and individuals in the community.The usual hampers were dispersed last Thursday, which was ...
Apr 02, 2020 Melfort Food Bank is in need of extra donations during the COVID-19 pandemic. (File photo/northeastNOW staff)
Temporary essential supply site located inside Danceland at Manitou Beach
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Saskatchewan, families and individuals are facing unprecedented challenges.With that, a temporary essential supply site is being set-up at Danceland at Manitou Be...
Apr 01, 2020 Danceland at Manitou Beach will serve as a temporary essential supply site during the COVID-19 pandemic. (submitted photo/Bonnie Rawling)
Sister of woman who died from COVID-19 urges public to follow precautions and stay home
Battlefords resident Eleanor Widdowson is urging her community and the rest of Saskatchewan to "follow the rules" after her sister died from COVID-19 the day before receiving her test result.Widdowson...
Mar 31, 2020 The family of Alice Grove, 75, (pictured), is urging the province to release locations of patients diagnosed with COVID-19 to prevent further transmission. (submitted photo/ Eleanor Widdowson)