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According to a report released by Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan set an all-time record for employment last month at 592,900 jobs. In June, employment was up 9,200 jobs compared to June 2018, a 1.

This is a story about Canadian sentencing law, Aboriginal people in jail and what the government and the courts have tried to do about it. Canadian sentencing law is a complicated and poorly understood story.

Hockey fans and members of the public are invited to come to the Saskatchewan Legislative Building as the Stanley Cup, along with Saskatchewan’s own Tyler Bozack and Jaden Schwartz of the Stanley Cup champion St.

A state memorial service is planned to recognize and honour the contributions made by Saskatchewan’s 22nd Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable W. Thomas Molloy, throughout his public service and professional career.

Battlefords RCMP report they responded to a complaint of an injured male laying on 29th Street in the Town of Battleford on July 4, at 11 p.m.

Five “Hope kids” are heading to Ranger Lake Bible Camp this summer as a result of a memorial fund set up in memory of Ash Lascelle. The fund is called the B4C Ash Lascelle HOPE Ranger Lake Bible Camp HOPE Memorial Fund.

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The Zunti family is a familiar name for rodeo success stories. Mom Twila has seen her share of success in the barrel racing circuit, as has Kaybree Zunti. But in 2019, Ryder Zunti has taken his turn to shine.

The eight weeks summer madness has begun. Soak it all in, literally, and check out your local communities for events and activities to take part in this summer. Or, check out all that your province has to offer for summer fun.

Meota was a-buzz this weekend with people and vehicles everywhere. There are several garage and yard sales going on as well as the church sales on Saturday that went over well. The golf course appears to be busy as the weather co-operates nicely.