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Cenovus completes Husky acquisition, swallowing Saskatchewan’s historically largest oil producer

Calgary– In perhaps a way perhaps fitting of the 21st century, Husky Energy updated its cover photo for its Facebook page on Jan. 3. The new photo said, “We are Cenovus.” On Jan.
Contractor aims to lower diesel use in North Sask. community

Contractor aims to lower diesel use in North Sask. community

Saskatchewan's last largely diesel-powered northern community wants to reduce its reliance on the fuel.
Rocanville mayor looks back on 2020

Rocanville mayor looks back on 2020

Rocanville Having taken over as Rocanville mayor after the fall election, Ron Reed has been focussed on ensuring the public is following all guidelines, but having fun where they can. “It was challenging,” said Reed. “I think we handled it very well.
Premier Moe accepts Hargrave's resignation

Premier Moe accepts Hargrave's resignation

Premier Scott Moe has accepted the resignation from cabinet of Joe Hargrave. Hargrave will remain a member of the government caucus and MLA for Prince Albert Carlton.
Cell service improved from several small towns, and six new towers added

Cell service improved from several small towns, and six new towers added

Regina – SaskTel announced on Jan. 4 that it has recently launched six new macro cell towers bringing 4G LTE wireless service to previously underserved rural parts of the province.
Sask. reports two COVID-19-related deaths and 286 new cases Monday

Sask. reports two COVID-19-related deaths and 286 new cases Monday

As of Jan. 4, a total of 4,013 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine have been provided to health care workers in Regina as part of the initial pilot and in Saskatoon as part of Phase 1.
Yorkton plant to close due to Morris sale

Yorkton plant to close due to Morris sale

The sale of Morris Industries has closed, but the Yorkton plant is not part of the deal. The result is that the Yorkton plant will close. The final approval of the sale was granted in Saskatoon Court of Queen’s Bench by Justice Sean Smith on Dec.
Top 10 stories of 2020 #7 - Roundabout finally finished

Top 10 stories of 2020 #7 - Roundabout finally finished

Some news stories have a tendency to go on and on. Such is the case with roundabout at the intersection of Mayhew and Darlington.
Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame is now online

Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame is now online

The Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame, which includes photos and accomplishments of 79 individuals and 17 teams, is now available online. The website can be found at www.YorktonSportsHallOfFame.ca.
'A necessity': Rural post-secondary students face online learning hurdles

'A necessity': Rural post-secondary students face online learning hurdles

Tracy Prybylski doesn't need to be on campus this year to attend her online courses at the University of Regina.
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