Battlefords News-Optimist

A court case against a Blaine Lake woman scheduled to appear in court May 7 was adjourned due to COVID-19. All court appearances set for that day in Blaine Lake Circuit Court were set aside.

The cooler weather and rain helped volunteer firefighters douse grass fires set at several locations on Sweetgrass First Nation. There were six separate fires set Thursday night, according to S/Sgt. Jason Teniuk of the Battlefords RCMP.

Friday, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the Saskatchewan Small Business Emergency Payment (SSBEP) program will be extended to the month of May for businesses that are required to remain closed or substantially curtail operations after May 19

A Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation man charged with weapons and drug offences, as well as violating a public health order during the COVID-19 pandemic remains in custody.

As of May 8, Saskatchewan has 13 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the provincial total to 544. Twelve of the new cases are in the Far North, all in the La Loche area, while the remaining one is in the North region.

RCMP in Old Crow, Yukon, have added an extra service during the COVID-19 pandemic — grocery delivery for community elders and those required to self-isolate.

The Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre reminds residents it is here to help those struggling with food insecurity in the Battlefords and the surrounding area.

The Honourable Russ Mirasty is sending the following message to northern Saskatchewan” Friends, relatives, fellow northerners - greetings.

Submitted A new suicide prevention plan will coordinate activities to promote life and reduce risk factors related to suicide in Saskatchewan.