First Nations

Full cows and plows payments expected by Friday

The remainder of the $601.5 million settlement from the federal government to the Lac La Ronge Indian Band (LLRIB) should be distributed by the end of the week."This is a significant milestone for our...

Jan 06, 2025

Two suspects in Lyle Night Jr. murder case remain in custody

The two suspects charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Lyle Night Jr. on Jan. 2 will remain in custody.Brody Runningaround, 20, made his first appearance in North Battleford...

Jan 06, 2025

‘Sisterhood’: Ribbon skirt library provides community for Indigenous women in Sask.

When a handful of Indigenous youth came up to Claire Tuckanow to compliment her ribbon skirt and shared wishes of wanting their own, a spark was started.Tuckanow, a Mtis-Cree woman from the Okanese Fi...

Jan 04, 2025

Outgoing Lt. Gov. Mirasty looks to the future while reflecting on the past

Lt. Gov. Russ Mirasty fondly recalls a time when he was visiting a school and met the principal and a student, who were both visibly nervous. "The statement was made 'We weren't even sure that we coul...

Jan 03, 2025

Two charged with first-degree murder in death of man at Saulteaux First Nation

A man and a woman are now charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a 24-year-old man at a home in Saulteaux First Nation on Thursday.At approximately 4:50 a.m yesterday., the B...

Jan 03, 2025

'We're here to help': Memorial sled dog race raises mental health awareness

The Meadow Lake Sled Dog Club will host a memorial race for mental health on Jan. 4 and 5 at Makwa Sahgaihecan First Nation in honour of Jocelyn Weeseekase who took her own life in 2021."All of a sudd...

Jan 02, 2025

Top 10 provincial stories of 2024

This year was one with many triumphs and challenges, one in which concerns were heard via voting and protest. Saskatchewan residents also brought local talents and accomplishments to the national and ...

Dec 31, 2024

'A listening ear': BATC launches 24-hour helpline to support mental health

Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) launched a new 24-hour helpline on Monday to provide anyone who is struggling mentally and needs a safe place to talk."If we save one life or help one child mov...

Dec 19, 2024

‘Miscarriage of justice’: FSIN calls for appeal, new law in Kennedy case

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is calling for an appeal and law changes after charges were stayed for a woman who struck and killed a nine year old girl on a marked crosswalk in...

Dec 18, 2024

Tommy Gun’s Original Barbershop opens in North Battleford, blending tradition with contemporary style

The barbershop. Traditionally identified with a spinning pole of white, red and blue stripes that also symbolized a place to go for comradery, to catch up on local news and walk away with a fresh new ...

Dec 10, 2024