Northern Saskatchewan Local News

North Battleford holiday hours

The City of North Battleford have listed their holiday hours for their facilities. Here is a rundown of what they are for each one: , not listed are regular business hours. City Hall Thursday, Dec. 24 – Closes early at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec.

Dec 14, 2020 10:38 AM Read more >

The vaccine has arrived

Shipments of initial doses of COVID-19 vaccine have arrived in Canada. This marks a historic day in Canada and an important step in the fight against COVID-19.

Dec 13, 2020 10:55 PM Read more >

The case of the stolen blue spruce

An unknown person, or persons, drove onto Harvey and Rosanne Dutkewich’s property just outside Brandon and, in broad daylight, took down one of their blue spruce trees and carted it off. The theft occurred Dec.

Dec 13, 2020 2:46 PM Read more >

Food banks aren’t the answer to hunger, researchers say

Valerie Tarasuk wouldn’t be surprised if food charities receive record donations this holiday season. But she knows millions of Canadians will still go hungry.

Dec 13, 2020 2:36 PM Read more >

Food prices are set to rise in 2021 — and farmers, food-insecure people will take a hit

A Canadian family of four can expect to spend almost $700 more on food next year, according to a report released Tuesday. That’s about a five per cent increase compared to 2020.

Dec 13, 2020 2:31 PM Read more >

Tam addresses mis- and dis-information

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Dec 13, 2020 2:19 PM Read more >

Dec. 13 COVID-19 update: 3 deaths, 222 new cases, 117 in hospital, 128 recoveries

Three residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have died. Two (2) new deaths in the group 80+ were reported in Saskatoon and one (1) new death in the age group 70-79 was reported in Regina.

Dec 13, 2020 1:45 PM Read more >

Trudeau goes it alone with new climate plan, proposes carbon price hike to $170 per tonne by 2030

Four years ago, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appeared side by side with premiers as he announced a “pan-Canadian” climate plan. On Friday, he unveiled his new “federal” strategy, flanked by members of his cabinet.

Dec 12, 2020 3:41 PM Read more >

Dec. 12 COVID-19 update: 11 deaths, most since pandemic began

Eleven residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have died.

Dec 12, 2020 1:41 PM Read more >

Calgary lawyer represents Prince Albert church fined $14,000 for members singing without masks

An Alberta lawyer is representing a Prince Albert pastor fined $14,000 for violating the public health act after his church congregation sang without masks.

Dec 12, 2020 9:07 AM Read more >