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Wilkie assisted living centre improves dining room with support of the Bayer Fund

Wilkie assisted living centre improves dining room with support of the Bayer Fund

Submitted Residents of an assisted living facility in Wilkie will be enjoying meals together in comfort thanks to the support of the Bayer Fund.
Disaster assistance available to flood victims

Disaster assistance available to flood victims

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Fundraising biggest goal for Humboldt Ball Development Board

Fundraising biggest goal for Humboldt Ball Development Board

With work continuing on the new ball diamonds at Centennial Park in Humboldt, members of the community are stepping up to add even more amenities to the park.

Northeast Saskatchewan at higher risk of flooding

Water levels will exceed the forecasted peak in Lac La Ronge and residents should be prepared in case of flooding, analysts say.

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan covers cancer treatment travel costs

Terri Hansen-Gardiner fought for this moment. When she heard last week that Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) will cover travel costs for its citizens receiving cancer treatments, she knew it was time.

One Flag, Two Flags, Red Flag, Blue: Métis flag not a gift from Northwest Company, says historian

​This time when lawyer Jean Teillet says “give me the evidence” it’s not about courtroom proceedings. It’s about the history of the Métis flag.
RCMP look for stolen pick-up with driver in possession of firearm, do not approach

RCMP look for stolen pick-up with driver in possession of firearm, do not approach

Saskatchewan RCMP are requesting assistance from the public in locating a stolen brown 2014 Ford-150 pick-up truck with Alberta license plate BSB 9726, with the words and pictures labelled “Sticks and Stones” decals on the back window.
Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Lloydminster

Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Lloydminster

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 individual who was likely infectious while attending businesses in Lloydminster.
La Ronge Dam to be monitored daily for safety

La Ronge Dam to be monitored daily for safety

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising the public in the La Ronge area of a change to the Dam Safety Emergency Classification of the La Ronge Dam. The dam has moved from a Hazardous Condition to a Potential Dam Failure Classification.
COVID-19 update: 50 new cases, 15 in hospital, 22 more recoveries

COVID-19 update: 50 new cases, 15 in hospital, 22 more recoveries

There are 50 new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on July 29, bringing the total to 1,268 cases. The new cases are located in the North (44), South (3), Regina (2) and Central (1) regions.
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