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National security committee submits classified report about RCMP federal policing

National security committee submits classified report about RCMP federal policing

Municipalities across the country have complained about the rising cost of contract policing since the RCMP union secured pay raises from the federal government in 2021. 
$100,000 BUH Foundation Cash Lottery kicks off

$100,000 BUH Foundation Cash Lottery kicks off

Thirty-six draws and more than $175,000 in cash prizes.
Two handed life sentences in Tiki Laverdiere's murder appeal convictions

Two handed life sentences in Tiki Laverdiere's murder appeal convictions

Soaring Eagle Whitstone and Nikita Cook are appealing their convictions. They were both sentenced to life with no chance of parole for 25 years in Tiki Laverdiere's murder.
Traffic enforcement to be stepped up during North Battleford fair

Traffic enforcement to be stepped up during North Battleford fair

Community Safety Officers targeting traffic violations.
Missing Saulteaux First Nation girl, 15, found deceased

Missing Saulteaux First Nation girl, 15, found deceased

Madison Yew was last seen on Saulteaux First Nation at about 7 p.m. on Aug. 5.
Meota News: Do Drop In gearing up to host flu shot clinics

Meota News: Do Drop In gearing up to host flu shot clinics

Men’s golf night draws 100 duffers.
Shelly Palmer - Gensler's AI Admonition

Shelly Palmer - Gensler's AI Admonition

SASKTODAY's newest columnist, Shelly Palmer has been named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” and writes a popular daily business blog.
Borden and District News: 80th birthday celebrated Aug. 12

Borden and District News: 80th birthday celebrated Aug. 12

Radisson's 101st fair parade offers a colourful lineup.
Trial set for last of 10 accused in Tiki Laverdiere's murder

Trial set for last of 10 accused in Tiki Laverdiere's murder

Tiki Laverdiere, from Edmonton, was in Saskatchewan to attend Tristen Cook-Buckle's funeral on Thunderhild First Nation. She was reported missing to Battlefords RCMP May 12, 2019.
Research study finds veggie eaters are happier

Research study finds veggie eaters are happier

Eating spinach and carrots daily: A recipe for health and happiness.
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