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Almost thirty-one years ago, in 1989, all the federally elected politicians representing all political parties, unanimously voted to end child poverty by the new millennium.

Energy and Resources Minister Bronwyn Eyre has announced a number of measures to support Saskatchewan’s oil and gas sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We have to preserve what we can,” said Eyre.

Nine more recovers, seven in hospital

The Saskatchewan Rattlers are excited to announce the signing of Canadian forward Denzell Taylor. Taylor, a Toronto, Ont.-native has played with the Moncton Magic (National Basketball League of Canada) since 2017-18.

A Calgary man charged with the first-degree murder of a Saskatchewan man was denied bail – again. Lawyers for Victor Fayiah Braima, 23, presented Calgary Provincial Court with a proposed release plan they wanted the Crown to approve.

Manitoba’s efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 may be working. Provincial chief public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin announced no new cases in Manitoba at an April 14 briefing.

Warrant to hold issued

Where physical distancing is challenging, wearing a non-medical mask or face covering may help, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Premier Scott Moe announced on Monday Saskatchewan has now hit 300 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with 178 having been reported as recovered. “Today’s case numbers continue to show what we are doing in this province is working,” said Moe.

14 more recoveries, eight in hospital