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Festival Fanfare: Teacher brings clear ear to piano adjudication

Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival April 15 to 28.

Feb 19, 2024 10:32 AM Read more >

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Statistics Canada will release Tuesday its latest reading for inflation

Feb 19, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Garden Chat: Launch into spring with a bouquet of varieties

Bearded iris – Part II of III.

Feb 18, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: Not all freezes on food prices benefit consumers

Some could be deemed anti-competitive and might result in food price collusion among rivals.

Feb 17, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: Tax hike brews trouble for barley and brewing industry

The 4.7 per cent beer tax hike poses a threat to the already struggling barley and brewing industry.

Feb 17, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Unity foursome tops 92nd women’s bonspiel

Twin Rivers Curling Club hosts Galentines.

Feb 17, 2024 10:27 AM Read more >

Political radio spot on Sask. station blasted by the public

A Saskatchewan radio station has been taking heat recently for a seemingly biased news interview painting Sask. Education Minister Cockrill in a positive light.

Feb 17, 2024 10:18 AM Read more >

Hanbidge on Horticulture: The importance of growing food

Most food systems are fragile and not fulfilling the right to adequate food for all.

Feb 17, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: Debunking the link between hockey culture and sexual assault

Pointing the finger at hockey as uniquely responsible for the alleged sexual assault is ignorant and irresponsible.

Feb 16, 2024 11:00 PM Read more >

Construction begins on nearly $40M Sask. First Nation school

The new school will include dedicated spaces for elders and traditional knowledge teachings, outdoor learning spaces, a gym with a running track, a dental office, spaces for visiting professionals, and a daycare centre.

Feb 16, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

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