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Sask. Firearms Act passes on final day before Easter break

Sask. Firearms Act passes on final day before Easter break

Daily Leg Update - Leg passes act which they say will enhance safety and also protect the rights of lawful firearm owners
Bedardmania ... A win for Saskatchewan

Bedardmania ... A win for Saskatchewan

Arenas filled up across the west, with young and old alike scooping up tickets in the hopes of capturing a glimmer of Bedard magic with the naked eye.
Description released of man who shot rifle in N. B'ford streets

Description released of man who shot rifle in N. B'ford streets

 The suspect is described as in his early 20s, approximately six feet tall with a slim build, wearing black pants and a white-and-black T-shirt. 
Good morning, Battlefords!

Good morning, Battlefords!

Your morning kick-off for Thursday, April 6, 2023.
Province brings changes to international credential recognition

Province brings changes to international credential recognition

Daily Leg Update - New changes to The Employment Program Regulations designed to remove the red tape in allowing international workers to work in Saskatchewan.
Career fair in Regina welcomes Ukrainians, other job seekers

Career fair in Regina welcomes Ukrainians, other job seekers

Around 80 employers on hand at Queensbury Convention Hall, looking for workers.
Grey Cup legacy grant recipients announced

Grey Cup legacy grant recipients announced

Over $277,000 in funding to nine communities awarded through Grey Cup Festival Legacy Grant Program.
Mischief charge dropped against Brent Habetler in Lloydminster court

Mischief charge dropped against Brent Habetler in Lloydminster court

Charge of committing an indecent act at the swimming pool still stands.
Author of Five Little Indians: Why they can't just 'get over it'

Author of Five Little Indians: Why they can't just 'get over it'

Michelle Good, Indigenous lawyer and author of Five Little Indians wonders 'what non-Indigenous people could do with their privilege if they raised their voices and wouldn't shut up.'
Everybody Has a Story: Michelle Good's novel has changed lives

Everybody Has a Story: Michelle Good's novel has changed lives

When Michelle Good was young, she wanted to be a lawyer because she dreamed of justice. It wasn't until years later, after becoming an activist, and even later, an author of Five Little Indians, she realized it wasn't.
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