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Marguerite Riel Centre expands into second location

Exciting news for the Marguerite Riel Centre (MRC) in Melfort. The organization has opened a second location. "We've been fortunate enough to receive some funding so that we will be opening a second l...

Feb 06, 2025

Tisdale chapter of 100 Women Who Care getting ready to give back

The 100 Women Who Care initiative is looking to start a chapter in Tisdale. The organization arrived in Melfort last year and has been very successful, as 100 women in the community chip in $100 each ...

Feb 05, 2025

Unity in the Community cultural event coming to Porcupine Plain

An opportunity to learn about a variety of cultures and have some fun along the way. The third annual Unity in the Community event in Porcupine Plain is coming up on Saturday at the Community Hall. Th...

Feb 04, 2025

AI in higher education: Sask. universities grapple with the future of learning

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into student learning, universities in Saskatchewan have begun implementing guidelines to help students use AI tools ethically while ens...

Feb 03, 2025

A fun workout event between local Girl Guides and Melfort RCMP

Some fun and some sweat at a recent event involving Girl Guides and the RCMP. Local Girl Guides and the Melfort RCMP recently worked on their fitness at the Kerry Vickar Centre in Melfort. Melfort RCM...

Feb 03, 2025

Thevenot feels right in skipping role following semi-final finish at Provincial Playdowns

The Saskatchewan Curling Provincial Playdowns wrapped up this past weekend in Kindersley, with a northeast local skipping her team to a third-place finish.Ashley Thevenot, who won last year's tourname...

Feb 01, 2025

North East SPCA issues update on 'Save our Shelter' campaign

The North East SPCA's Save our Shelter campaign has had a solid start. The campaign to keep the Harry and Eve Vickar Shelter operational has raised $80,000 so far. The organization issued a warning la...

Jan 31, 2025

SJ/MJ Showcase a wrap as nine Mustangs return to Melfort

The 2025 SJ/MJ Showcase wrapped up late Wednesday evening in Winnipeg, Manitoba as the best SJHL players have now returned to their respective clubs.Nine of the 60 that went to the annual showcase wer...

Jan 30, 2025

Human trafficking presentation held in Melfort

There were sobering presentations at a human trafficking presentation in Melfort on Thursday. Marguerite Riel Centre presented a 'Help Stop Human Trafficking' event at the Kerry Vickar Centre. Prince ...

Jan 30, 2025

Kaminski commits to Broncos for 2025/25 season

The Humboldt Broncos have committed a new player for the 2025/26 SJHL season.Gabriel Kaminski has announced his commitment to the Broncos, with plans to play later this year.The 17-year-old is current...

Jan 30, 2025