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Child care fees reduced to $10 a day starting April 1

Parent fees for regulated child care to come down following announcement by governments of Saskatchewan and Canada.

Mar 6, 2023 1:13 PM Read more >

Emerging First Nation talent to be celebrated March 25

The first-of-its-kind First Nation Uplifting Gala was started by Anita Moosomin to honour her late nephew, celebrate budding talent, and inspire the first nation to keep going.

Mar 6, 2023 9:47 AM Read more >

Festival Fanfare: Explore the power of music at the 91st B’fords festival

Committee president says commitment to student development promises an inspiring festival.

Mar 6, 2023 9:35 AM Read more >

Borden and District News: Chase the ace jackpot growing: Who will win?

World Day of Prayer service at St. John's Anglican Church.

Mar 6, 2023 8:21 AM Read more >

Macklin man accused of assaulting RCMP officers back in court

Jason Tucker is charged with assaulting police officers in Sask. and threatening Alberta RCMP staff.

Mar 6, 2023 6:54 AM Read more >

Opinion: A provincial remedy to the excesses of medical assisted suicide

MAiD is changing our health system to one designed to bury us at the lowest possible cost.

Mar 5, 2023 11:39 AM Read more >

Garden Chat: Enjoying the wild garden

Our wild garden is low maintenance.

Mar 5, 2023 10:13 AM Read more >

Hanbidge on Horticulture: Discover the beauty of Cattleya orchids

Growing Orchids – Part III

Mar 5, 2023 8:42 AM Read more >

Fred Light Museum welcomes new executive, plans for 2023

The museum has set the dates for its three upcoming events in 2023, including Mother's Day Tea, Family Fun Day, and the 5th Veterans Banner Unveiling.

Mar 5, 2023 8:36 AM Read more >

Opinion: Get ready for yet another increase in alcohol taxes

Taxes alone account for around 50% of the price of beer, 65% of the price of wine and 75% of the price of spirits.

Mar 5, 2023 8:32 AM Read more >

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