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Who can best handle the pandemic: Canadians or Americans?

Who can best handle the pandemic: Canadians or Americans?

Canada's distinct national identity may be contributing to this country weathering the COVID-19 crisis better than our American neighbours, say political scientists.
Long term care homes a particular focus for SHA

Long term care homes a particular focus for SHA

Long term care homes are the latest focus of attention for the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Officials with the SHA met the media Tuesday, providing an update on their strategy in response to COVID-19.
Fatal collision north of Moose Jaw

Fatal collision north of Moose Jaw

On April 20, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Moose Jaw RCMP responded to the report of a serious motor vehicle collision approximately two kilometers north of Moose Jaw on Highway 2.
Broken rails suspected cause of Guernsey derailments

Broken rails suspected cause of Guernsey derailments

GUERNSEY — The suspected cause of two train derailments near Guernsey are broken rails, according to a public letter released by the Transportation Safety Board. On Dec. 9, 2019, an estimated 1.
COVID-19 Update: Four new cases, 14 more recoveries, five in hospital

COVID-19 Update: Four new cases, 14 more recoveries, five in hospital

As of April 21, Saskatchewan has four new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the provincial total to 320. Sixty-four of the cases are considered active. Fourteen more people have recovered, bringing the provincial total to 252.
Decision deferred on St. Vital Church de-designation

Decision deferred on St. Vital Church de-designation

The old St. Vital Church has gotten another reprieve, at least for the time being. On Monday, Battleford town council voted to defer de-designation of the century-old church’s heritage status.
A dead car battery leads to creative solution for a trip to the store

A dead car battery leads to creative solution for a trip to the store

A Kamsack senior resident was dismayed to find his car battery had gone dead on April 8.
Carrot River suspends water shutoffs

Carrot River suspends water shutoffs

CARROT RIVER—Carrot River council has made the decision to suspend water shutoffs due to non-payment until October.
North Battleford airport terminal closed after COVID-19 breach incident

North Battleford airport terminal closed after COVID-19 breach incident

The terminal at Cameron McIntosh Airport in North Battleford has been closed to the public following an incident last week involving international travellers who landed there.
New pandemic plan unveiled at City Hall

New pandemic plan unveiled at City Hall

The new Joint Municipality Pandemic Plan is now complete. The draft of that plan was presented at North Battleford’s Planning Committee meeting of council on Monday.
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