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Gang recruitment on the rise

In spite of the province’s concerted efforts to reduce gang activity, they are gaining a stronger foothold in Saskatchewan, according to Stan Tu’Inkuafe from STR8 UP, a Saskatoon-based non-profit that helps people leave the lifestyle.

Feb 5, 2020 7:03 AM Read more >

Ray Mitsuing among nominees

Saskatchewan Horse Federation Hall of Fame

Feb 4, 2020 11:40 AM Read more >

Body found in open field on Thunderchild FN

The body of a 29-year-old man has been located in an open field on Thunderchild First Nation. Turtleford RCMP say they responded to the report just after 6 p.m. Feb. 2.

Feb 4, 2020 11:12 AM Read more >

Attempted ATM theft fails

RCMP seek three men

Feb 4, 2020 10:50 AM Read more >

Heritage buildings resolution passes; merger resolution defeated

2020 SUMA convention

Feb 4, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >

The enormous contraction of the drilling rig fleet is a step change for the industry

Think quick! Name an industry that’s saw its fleet shrink by 37 per cent in five years, yet its primary production increased? Trucking? Faming? Beef? Potash? Uranium? Rail? Ocean-going shipping? Cucumbers? Ding ding ding! Times up.

Feb 4, 2020 10:24 AM Read more >

Sask. Rush hosting North Battleford Night

The Saskatchewan Rush lacrosse club has announced that the Feb. 8 game at SaskTel Centre is Hometown Spotlight: North Battleford night. The Rush will host their rivals the Colorado Mammoth at 7:30 p.m.

Feb 4, 2020 10:06 AM Read more >

Seniors host lunch for Hobby Band

Meota News

Feb 4, 2020 9:14 AM Read more >

Man charged for importation, possession of child pornography

Saskatchewan ICE Unit

Feb 4, 2020 7:48 AM Read more >

Maidstone RCMP investigate three stolen vehicles

RCMP Saskatchewan Crime Watch Advisory Network

Feb 4, 2020 7:41 AM Read more >

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