Tag Archives: People
75 years later, legacy of Canada's role in D-Day landing still lingers
OTTAWA - When he jumped out of his landing craft into knee-deep water off the coast of Normandy on June 6, 1944, Jack Commerford wasn't contemplating the role he was about to play in wh...
Jun 02, 2019 (The Canadian Press)
Saskatchewan UFO reports in 2018 include Jackfish Lake, Prince Albert
It was June 29, 2018, at around 2 a.m. when one person reportedly saw multi-coloured spherical lights in the sky by Jackfish Lake. They reported having dreams and "spiritual attacks."On July 5, anothe...
May 31, 2019 (Brady Bateman/paNOW Staff)
Manitou Beach resident releases audiobook while continuing search for kidney donor
Another milestone is being celebrated by the Manitou Beach author and artist who is known for his monumental murals across the country.Michael Gaudet wrote his first book, Dancing with Rejection: A Be...
May 28, 2019 Manitou Beach resident Micheal Guadet's first book is now available as an audiobook. (submitted photo/Micheal Gaudet)
Tisdale lawyer sworn in at Bar Admission ceremony
This week marked a pivotal point in Jessica McKee-Howes' life.The Tisdale local had rows of family, friends, and loved ones - including her husband and toddler son - at Melfort's Court of Queen's Benc...
May 28, 2019 Jessica McKee-Howes (middle) stands alongside her colleagues following her Bar Admission ceremony (Aaron Schulze/northeastNOW Staff).
RCMP still searching for missing Naicam man
RCMP continue to search for 63-year-old Charles Butler-Grace after he was last seen on May 10.Butler-Grace was last seen in the Humboldt area on Highway 5. He was carrying a black guitar case, dark me...
May 26, 2019 (Submitted photo/RCMP)
Melfort Curling Club remembers long-time Special Olympics Coach and Volunteer Dorothy Wikstrom
The Curling Club, Special Olympics, and community in Melfort lost a beloved and valued citizen over the weekend.Dorothy Wikstrom passed away May 18, 2019, according to an obituary posted by the Melfor...
May 22, 2019 Dorothy Wikstrom (left) and her husband John (left) received the Jim Thompson Award for their years of volunteer work for the Special Olympics in January (Mat Barrett/northeastNOW Staff).
'He'll leave a big hole here': Moulds retiring after 44 years in the car industry
A long-time member of Melfort, and Riverside Chrysler in Melfort has decided to retire.After 44 years in the car industry, Kevin Moulds has decided to call it quits. He said it was time to retire."Eve...
May 22, 2019 Kevin Moulds is retiring after 44 years in the car industry. (Facebook/Riverside Chrysler)
Saskatoon chosen to host inaugural CEBL championship series
Another big sporting event is coming to Saskatoon this summer.The inaugural championship weekend of the new Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) will be played Aug. 25-26 at SaskTel Centre."It is a...
May 21, 2019 Canadian Elite Basketball League CEO Mike Morreale says the league champions will be crowned in Saskatoon this summer (Brent Bosker/650 CKOM)
Sask. woman shares experience on the set of Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones aired its last episode on Sunday, and one Saskatoon woman was lucky enough to be more than just a fan of the HBO series.University of Saskatchewan student Keara Carter scored a role in...
May 21, 2019 Kerea Carter pictured (front row second from left) on the final day of filming for Game of Thrones final season. (Submitted photo/CKOM News)
Walkers set out to raise awareness about domestic abuse
A Prince Albert man who has spent several years organizing and participating in various walks to raise awareness about domestic violence is once again putting his best foot forward.Conrad Burns and fo...
May 19, 2019 Conrad Burns set out with four others Saturday morning on his way to Saskatoon (file photo/paNOW Staff)