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Sask. sending fire hose to B.C., warning about human-caused fires at home
As B.C. declares a state of emergency and tries to deal with massive wildfires, Saskatchewan's government is sending some help.According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), it's responded...
Aug 11, 2026 The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency says it’s responded to a request through the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre, sending fire hose to B.C. to help with that province’s wildfire response. (Image Credit: S'ubmitted/Government of Saskatchewan)
'It's a massive help': $100K donation supports Battlefords Humane Society
A $100,000 donation to the Battlefords Humane Society will help the organization continue caring for animals in need for years to come. The donation was made by the estate of Hedy Wing and presented b...
Aug 11, 2026 (Image Credit: Battlefords Humane Society/Facebook)
Battlefords North Stars add defenceman Ethan Unger for the 2026-27 season
The Battlefords North Stars have added to their blue line for the 2026-27 campaign, signing 2008-born defenceman Ethan Unger. "I'm super excited to meet all the people. I heard it's a great hockey tow...
Aug 11, 2026 Ethan Unger joins the North Stars after spending last season with the Port Alberni Bombers of the VIJHL. (Image Credit: Battlefords North Stars/Facebook)
Nature’s Food Bank: Turning a problem into protein
Every fall, thousands of migratory birds fill Saskatchewan's skies.Water fowl hunting is a long-standing tradition, one that attracts people from around the world to experience the province's incredib...
Aug 11, 2026 Thousands of migratory birds are harvested in Saskatchewan every year by outfitters and hunters. Nature's Food Bank is making sure that meat finds its way to people who need it most. Gary Wurst, Patty Kalytuk and Andrew Wurst are some of the people behind the non-profit. (Image Credit: Brittany Caffet/CKOM)
Saskatchewan-born winery owner describes frantic evacuation from B.C. wildfire
The smoke appeared first - a dark plume rising against the Okanagan sky.For Saskatchewan-born Tyler Harlton, the wildfire threatening Summerland, B.C. began with something familiar: smoke on the horiz...
Aug 11, 2026 Wildfire in Summerland, B.C. Tyler Harlton, co-owner of ONES non-alcholic winery, said many in the area have lost their farms and homes. (Image Credit: The Canadian Press)
American alcohol sales shrinking in Saskatchewan as customers choose local booze
American alcohol sales are down in Saskatchewan, and liquor stores are taking notice.Every customer walks into the Sherwood Co-op Quance Liquor Store in Regina looking for something different, accordi...
Aug 11, 2026 Troy Verboom, CEO of Sherwood Co-op, said customers are searching for both local and American alcohol products. (Image Credit: Gillian Massie/CJME)
‘Lost for words’: Third annual Mental Health Classic hockey tournament sees record turnout
Pint-sized hockey players were given a crash course in skill development over the weekend at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon.The skills weren't related to their on-ice play, however, as the players ...
Aug 10, 2026 It was a record-breaking year of participation at the Mental Health Classic charity tournament in Saskatoon, with 230 kids taking to the ice at Merlis Belsher Place. (Image Credit: D Jay McGrath/Facebook)
Cochin Days brings thousands together for summer tradition
Cochin's summer population may sit around 2,500, but for one weekend each summer, the lakeside community can feel twice its usual size. Cochin Days returned from Friday, Aug. 7 to Sunday, Aug. 9, draw...
Aug 10, 2026 (Image Credit: Sarah Marie/ Facebook)
RCMP arrest Montreal man over alleged death threat against PM Carney
A Montreal man was arrested and charged for allegedly making death threats against Prime Minister Mark Carney, the RCMP said Monday.The RCMP's Federal Policing Eastern Region said Marc Porlier, 51, ha...
Aug 10, 2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney is seen outside the Office of the Prime Minister and Privy Council in Ottawa on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang)
Sr. Beavers win first provincial title in more than 20 years
Despite falling short of a fourth consecutive North Saskatchewan River Baseball League (NSRBL) title, the North Battleford Beavers senior baseball team is bringing home some hardware after winning the...
Aug 10, 2026 The North Battleford Beavers beat the Saltcoats Lakers 7-2 in the finals to win the AA Tier 2 provincial championship. (Image Credit: NB Beavers/Facebook)