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Apology from SHA for death of Samwel Uko

Apology from SHA for death of Samwel Uko

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has issued a formal apology to the family of Samwel Uko for the events of May 21, 2020.
Changeover to advanced metering happening this year

Changeover to advanced metering happening this year

The City of North Battleford is changing all city water meters to Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) water meters, and on Monday they got an idea on how that process will unfold.
Feds should pay larger share of ballooning uranium mine clean-up costs: province

Feds should pay larger share of ballooning uranium mine clean-up costs: province

The province is calling for the federal government to pay a larger share of the rapidly expanding costs to clean up a relic from the dawn of the atomic age.
Saskatchewan wetlands drainage policy likely outcome of new research project

Saskatchewan wetlands drainage policy likely outcome of new research project

A 40-acre research site planned to take shape near Saskatoon is expected to lead the way for a provincewide wetlands drainage policy. The first step is building the site, set to begin this fall.
'Ghost fleas' in prairie lakes contribute to high levels of methylmercury in fish

'Ghost fleas' in prairie lakes contribute to high levels of methylmercury in fish

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WDM locations set to re-open

WDM locations set to re-open

Submitted Western Development locations are ready to welcome visitors back. WDM locations will be opening in August with revised hours and limits on the number of visitors allowed at a time.
Donation to BUH Foundation from Nico Hawryliw Fund

Donation to BUH Foundation from Nico Hawryliw Fund

Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH) Foundation was the recent recipient of support from the Nico Hawryliw Fund. The donation of $1,030 will be directed to BUH’s Capital Campaign “Ready. Set.
Traffic enforcement team in North Battleford July 23, 24

Traffic enforcement team in North Battleford July 23, 24

Submitted Saskatchewan RCMP Traffic Services, in partnership with Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI), will host the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) in North Battleford on July 23-24.
La Loche RCMP lay fraud charge following million dollar loss to First Nation

La Loche RCMP lay fraud charge following million dollar loss to First Nation

In July 2014, La Loche RCMP received a report of fraudulent activity committed by the former general manager of the Clearwater River Dene First Nation between 2008 and 2011.
60 case COVID-19 spike the focus of latest news conference

60 case COVID-19 spike the focus of latest news conference

Saskatchewan saw the biggest one day spike in COVID-19 cases on Wednesday with 60 new cases reported.
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