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The next chapter: Stars’ Nivon commits to Concordia Thunder

The perfect combination of finesse and intangibles, it didn't take long for Rylan Nivon to endear himself as fan-favorite in the Battlefords.Although he spent just one season in the community with the...

Mar 26, 2020 Stars’ forward Rylan Nivon will suit up for Concordia University in the fall, after capping his junior career with a season to remember in the Battlefords, helping lead the team to a league-best 45-11-2 record. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)

Evictions suspended in Saskatchewan due to COVID-19

There will be some relief for Saskatchewan tenants amid the COVID-19 pandemic.In a media release, the government said it is temporarily suspending eviction hearings as a result of the emergency.Starti...

Mar 26, 2020 (ID 175279637 © Buddhilakshan4 | Dreamstime.com)

Handi-Bus shut down; Public Transit service reductions

Commuters in the Battlefords may have to start looking for alternative options for transportation.The Battlefords Handi-Bus has been temporarily shut down due to the COVID-19 virus.In addition to this...

Mar 26, 2020 Handi-Bus temporarily shuts down due to COVID-19 (file photo/battlefordsNOW staff)

Lakeland event COVID-19 cases: reaction

The President of the Lakeland Tree Dodgers Snowmobile Club said he learned about two cases of COVID-19, through social media.The Saskatchewan Health Authority said two people, including one who served...

Mar 26, 2020 (Facebook/ Lakeland Tree Dodgers Snowmobile Club)

COVID-19 & Your Lung Health Webinar

Join some of Canada's leading lung health experts during an interactive webinar that will focus on questions around COVID-19 and its impact on those with lung disease. This webinar is open to all Cana...

Mar 26, 2020

Sask. woman with COVID-19 concerned over out-of-date info

Jennifer White received the news no one wants to hear right now: She tested positive for COVID-19."(I'm) devastated because of what comes along with this now," White said. "(I'm) feeling isolated beca...

Mar 26, 2020 Jennifer White says her flight wasn't included on a list put out by the Saskatchewan government, despite her testing positive for COVID-19. (Jennifer White/Facebook)

All In Person Events Postponed - But We Still Need Your Support

We understand how critically important it is to contain coronavirus disease, or COVID-19. In order to protect the well-being and safety of people living with cancer, event participants, our donors, vo...

Mar 26, 2020

Sawmills facing potential work shortage during COVID-19

The threat of possible shutdown due to the coronavirus looms over sawmill workers, just as it does over other industries across the country. For those on the ground, the only focus is working within i...

Mar 26, 2020 (Submitted photo/Dean Christiansen)

SHA issues advisory for people who attended event in Christoper Lake

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising anyone who attended the Lakeland Snowmobile Club Wilderness Rally Supper in Christopher Lake on Saturday, March 14, 2020 between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. to sel...

Gatherings limited to 10 people in Saskatchewan, further businesses to close to prevent virus transmission

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, there are new changes coming into effect for businesses and gatherings are now limited to 10 people maximum."As we impose further restrictions to fight the spread of ...

Mar 25, 2020 (File Photo/paNOW Staff)