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Genetically-modified salmon set to hit the market

Genetically-modified salmon set to hit the market

Labelling regulations need to be modified so consumers have final word on the technology
A little schoolhouse on the prairie

A little schoolhouse on the prairie

History and Commentary From a Prairie Perspective
Canada’s worst drivers are not just on the TV screen

Canada’s worst drivers are not just on the TV screen

Neighbourly Advice According to Ed
Jupiter’s close encounters continue in June

Jupiter’s close encounters continue in June

Saskatchewan Skies
Duane Antoine elected chief of Poundmaker Cree Nation

Duane Antoine elected chief of Poundmaker Cree Nation

The month of May, Sakipakawi-Pesim, Leaf Budding Moon, is a special time for our people. It is a time of new beginnings and energy. For the people of Poundmaker Cree Nation, May is the time of their four-year election cycle.
The Colours of Spring

The Colours of Spring

Celebrating public works

Celebrating public works

May 15 to 21 was National Public Works Week, and North Battleford’s Operations and Maintenance department marked the occasion with a barbecue for its contractors, consultants and City employees May 19. A hungry crowd attended during the noon hour.
Tree planting milestone

Tree planting milestone

"If trees gave off Wifi signals, we would be planting so many trees we'd probably save the planet. Too bad they only give off the oxygen we breathe.
NW crop 84 per cent seeded

NW crop 84 per cent seeded

Crop Report May 17 to 23
The changing face of Canada's farm industry

The changing face of Canada's farm industry

A close look at the current census will give us a chance to examine the evolution of farming in Canada
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