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Hanbidge on Horticulture: Thanksgiving for gardeners - Part II

Hanbidge on Horticulture: Thanksgiving for gardeners - Part II

Canadians have much to give thanks for, as we enjoy a land blessed with many natural wonders, clean air and fertile soil.
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2023 wildfire smoke: Exploring impacts on plant health

2023 wildfire smoke: Exploring impacts on plant health

Plants monitored for known reactions.
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RCMP locate missing North Battleford man

RCMP locate missing North Battleford man

Battlefords RCMP received a report on Oct. 5 that he was missing.
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Economy adds 64K jobs in September, unemployment rate holds steady at 5.5%

Economy adds 64K jobs in September, unemployment rate holds steady at 5.5%

The Bank of Canada’s rate hikes since March 2022 are beginning to be felt in the Canadian economy as growth slows and job vacancies fall.
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AI-Generated Yearbook Photos: A Glimpse into the Future or a Distortion of the Past?

AI-Generated Yearbook Photos: A Glimpse into the Future or a Distortion of the Past?

SASKTODAY's newest columnist, Shelly Palmer has been named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” and writes a popular daily business blog.
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Battlefords RCMP Gang Task Force arrests four in high-risk vehicle stop

Battlefords RCMP Gang Task Force arrests four in high-risk vehicle stop

On Monday, in North Battleford Provincial Court, the Crown opposed Harley Dillon, Kalyn Thomas, and Blaire Chief's release. They were remanded in custody.
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Crop report: producers nearing the end of the crop season

Crop report: producers nearing the end of the crop season

The majority of crop damage this week was due to wind, wildlife and waterfowl. Wind has helped to dry some of the crop in the field.
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Shelly Palmer - Meta Introduces Generative Advertising Tools

Shelly Palmer - Meta Introduces Generative Advertising Tools

SASKTODAY's newest columnist, Shelly Palmer has been named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” and writes a popular daily business blog.
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Sod turning takes place for new joint use school in Regina

Sod turning takes place for new joint use school in Regina

Name-the-school contest is on to find a name for the new school to replace four existing Regina schools in Public and Catholic divisions
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Affordable housing sees boost in the Battlefords

Affordable housing sees boost in the Battlefords

In total, 390 affordable housing units across Saskatchewan — 20 of which are in North Battleford — will be or have been renovated by the end of 2023.
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