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Waterhen Lake First Nation healing after fire levels school
The community of Waterhen Lake First Nation is looking to the future and focusing on the next stages in the process following last week's fire that destroyed the school and damaged the band office. "T...
Jun 06, 2024

Battlefords RCMP searching for missing man
Battlefords RCMP are asking the public for help in locating a missing 31-year-old man. Carlin Bear was last seen just after midnight on Thursday in North Battleford. Bear is described as around 5'7" a...
Jun 06, 2024
Living Sky audited for mental health intervention services performance
The Living Sky School Division has been reevaluating its practices following a provincial audit of their intervention services for students with mental health concerns. Provincial Auditor, Tara Clemet...
Jun 05, 2024

North Stars acquire 1st overall pick in ‘08 draft in deal with Notre Dame
The Battlefords North Stars are now on the clock after trading for the top pick in the upcoming '08 portion of the SJHL Draft. The North Stars completed a deal with the Notre Dame Hounds, acquiring th...
Jun 05, 2024

All-star defensive back Marcus Sayles signs with Roughriders
American defensive back Marcus Sayles has been signed by the Saskatchewan Roughriders.Sayles, a five-foot-nine, 176-pound CFL all star, has previously played with for the B.C. Lions and Winnipeg Blue ...
Jun 04, 2024

Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm warning, strong winds and hail expected
Update: 5:15 p.m.Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of north-central Saskatchewan on Tuesday afternoon.The weather agency says that wind gusts of up to 90 km/h are e...
Jun 04, 2024

A dog on a mission: Puppies and mother saved in Waterhen
A dog named Dooby became something of a curiosity in Waterhen Lake First Nation after he began rescuing puppies last week. "I honestly don't think he knew what he was doing," said Stephanie Mamer, fou...
Jun 04, 2024

Items once belonging to Chief Poundmaker find their way home
Incased in a protective plexiglass box, a pipe bag weathered with age and featuring delicate beadwork and fringe, lays as if in state upon a black backdrop. Once belonging to Chief Poundmaker (Pihtoka...
Jun 03, 2024

Feds announce $160 million for high-speed Internet, mobility connectivity in Sask.
The federal government is investing $160 million in Saskatchewan to connect 13,700 homes to high-speed Internet, as well as provide cellular service along 500 kilometers of roads. The announcement was...
Jun 03, 2024
Mason Fine, Brayden Lenius among Riders’ cuts for 2024 season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders announced a number of roster moves on the CFL deadline for cuts - including the release of a few veterans.Quarterback Mason Fine was one of the team's cuts. The pivot was ...
Jun 01, 2024