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NDP questioned government’s failure to address lab tech shortage

NDP Health Critic Vicki Mowat discussed the Sask. Party government’s failure to address long-standing staffing issues, potentially delaying expanded COVID-19 testing as schools reopen.

Travel restrictions to Canada remain in place for September long weekend

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminded all travellers ahead of the upcoming Labour Day long weekend that restrictions are still in place at Canadian international border crossings.

Nominations open for the 2020 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal

Citizens in communities who have gone above and beyond through their volunteering efforts can be nominated for the 2020 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal.

Elm tree pruning can begin in September

Saskatchewan property owners can start pruning their elm trees on September 1. The annual ban on pruning elm trees is in place to reduce the risk of spreading Dutch elm disease (DED), a fungus that kills elm trees.

Southeast College held grand opening of Powerline Technician Training Centre

Southeast College celebrated the grand opening of its newest training facility and apprenticeship program this past Friday (Aug 28).

Rare earth processing facility announced to process product from northern Saskatchewan

On Aug. 27, the Government of Saskatchewan announced $31 million in funding for a Rare Earth Processing Facility in Saskatchewan. Rare earths are just that – rare; they are not easily found or produced.

Rockglen-based artist Wanda Knoss produces inspiring HDR photography and abstracts

Wanda Knoss is a photographer and painter who lives on a ranch south of Rockglen. “I grew up in Killdeer. My husband and I have a ranch. We have three children and six grandchildren.
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North Dakota and Saskatchewan worlds apart when it comes to COVID-19 cases

In many ways, Saskatchewan and North Dakota are very much alike. Their economies are similar, as both the province and the state rely on agriculture and oil as two of their top industries. Their demographics and population density are also similar.

Tenth person arrested in Tiki Laverdiere homicide investigation

The Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crime Unit (MCU)-North has been investigating the homicide of Tiki Laverdiere and have continued to follow up on all information and tips since July 2019.
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