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Premier Moe backs decision to remove public health restrictions in July

Premier Moe backs decision to remove public health restrictions in July

Following the weekend announcement, Premier Scott Moe defended the decision to move forward with lifting public health orders, despite the province not yet reaching its reopening plan’s set thresholds.
Preliminary hearing set for two accused of robbing hotel at gunpoint

Preliminary hearing set for two accused of robbing hotel at gunpoint

A preliminary hearing will be held for two people accused of robbing a Lloydminster hotel at gunpoint earlier this year. Kacey Dillon, Rocky Wuttunee and Jade Whitstone are charged with armed robbery and theft of a vehicle.
Alleged gang member postpones bail hearing

Alleged gang member postpones bail hearing

A bail hearing for an alleged gang member didn’t proceed today at his request. A legal aid lawyer representing Raheem Hagan told the Meadow Lake Provincial Court on June 21 that her client has requested the hearing be adjourned to June 28.
Morin denied bail in Meadow Lake court

Morin denied bail in Meadow Lake court

A Sandy Bay man facing numerous weapons offences was denied bail today in Meadow Lake Provincial Court.
National Indigenous People’s Day goes virtual

National Indigenous People’s Day goes virtual

It was once again a quiet June 21 as far as live activities are concerned on National Indigenous People’s Day in the Battlefords.
Name of 59-year-old man killed in home explosion not released by Saskatoon police

Name of 59-year-old man killed in home explosion not released by Saskatoon police

The Saskatoon Police Service Major Crime Section has confirmed that the body of a deceased person located after a fire and explosion in the 2200 block of Clarence Avenue Â鶹ÊÓƵ is that of a 59-year-old male resident of the home.
National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated at WDM

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated at WDM

This is the scene at Western Development Museum on Monday afternoon as ceremonies commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day. Seen here are scenes from the round dance during the 1 p.m. event. Another event was scheduled for 3 p.m.
June 21 COVID-19 update: Two deaths, 998,779 vaccines, 48 new cases, 79 recoveries

June 21 COVID-19 update: Two deaths, 998,779 vaccines, 48 new cases, 79 recoveries

Vaccines Reported Effective today, vaccine reporting numbers have returned to a 48-hour reporting period and thus will appear lower today.
National award for Combined Traffic Services

National award for Combined Traffic Services

A Saskatchewan traffic safety initiative has been recognized with a national award.
Plains Indian Sign Language Camp July 13-15

Plains Indian Sign Language Camp July 13-15

Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming Plains Indian Sign Language Camp July 13-15. It is being held virtually on ZOOM, but there is a possibility it could be held in-person in Poundmaker Cree Nation, with a decision to be made this week.
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