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Column: Spring is the best time of year to plant a tree

Column: Spring is the best time of year to plant a tree

But do plant it correctly. If you have purchased a $50 tree, dig a $100 hole.
Students learn the science of making smarter buildings

Students learn the science of making smarter buildings

Smarter Science Better Buildings, a program of the Saskatchewan Environmental Society, combines interactive displays specific to energy efficiency in today's buildings.
Go wild! Fill your garden with native plants, bees and butterflies

Go wild! Fill your garden with native plants, bees and butterflies

Native plants evolved alongside wild bees, butterflies and other species. As a result, they provide better habitat than ornamental varieties do.
Crime Stoppers: Four in weekly wanted list

Crime Stoppers: Four in weekly wanted list

If your tip leads to an arrest or charge, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
RCMP seek info on Glaslyn break, enter and vandalism

RCMP seek info on Glaslyn break, enter and vandalism

Police continue to investigate this matter and are seeking the public's assistance, but say not to approach the suspect vehicle if seen.
Former care home worker accused of sexual assault appears in court

Former care home worker accused of sexual assault appears in court

RCMP allege that five residents of a care facility in Hepburn were sexually assaulted
Animal health control order for poultry extended to June 14

Animal health control order for poultry extended to June 14

Order limiting the co-mingling of poultry has been extended to June 14, due to the continued risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
Nadine Wilson, Gerry Ritz among names backing Sask. United Party

Nadine Wilson, Gerry Ritz among names backing Sask. United Party

Saskatchewan United Party says it is in the process of becoming official with Elections Saskatchewan.
Accused drug trafficker fails to appear in court for sentencing

Accused drug trafficker fails to appear in court for sentencing

Douglas Daniels was to be sentenced on two drug trafficking charges
Opinion: Consequences of the doctor shortage in Canada are grim

Opinion: Consequences of the doctor shortage in Canada are grim

The evidence is overwhelming: Canada needs more doctors.
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