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Farmers making preparations for seeding

Farmers making preparations for seeding

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Where have all the shrinking violets gone?

Where have all the shrinking violets gone?

Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, called yesterday to wish me a happy birthday.
Front-line, emergency and health workers getting moved up for vaccines

Front-line, emergency and health workers getting moved up for vaccines

New Democratic Leader Ryan Meili again asked the Saskatchewan Party government in question period on April 12 about moving front-line workers to the head of the line for the COVID-19 vaccine.
2021 a revaluation year for Saskatchewan property tax system

2021 a revaluation year for Saskatchewan property tax system

With 2021 being a revaluation year for tax purposes, properties in Saskatchewan have been revalued. and at this time of year most municipalities have their assessment rolls open and property owners have the opportunity to appeal their assessments.
Shovels in the ground for Villa Pascal project

Shovels in the ground for Villa Pascal project

The shovels are in the ground for the expansion project at Villa Pascal. Members of the board for the Villa Pascal long term care facility were on hand Thursday for the official start of construction.
Sewing for Youth classes at Allen Sapp Gallery

Sewing for Youth classes at Allen Sapp Gallery

The Allen Sapp Gallery is presenting Sewing for Youth classes for those looking to learn how to use a sewing machine. The classes are scheduled for May 11 and 12 between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. each day.
WDM hosting virtual escape room

WDM hosting virtual escape room

The Western Development Museum in North Battleford has launched its first virtual escape room. According to the museum, participants will virtually enter various buildings in its Heritage Farm and Village.
Robyn Silvernagle steps aside, expecting a baby

Robyn Silvernagle steps aside, expecting a baby

Robyn Silvernagle is stepping aside temporarily from her curling team as she expects to become a mom. It was announced Monday that Silvernagle and her husband Chad Guidinger are expecting a child this October.
Crown stays charges against Onion Lake woman arrested in drug bust

Crown stays charges against Onion Lake woman arrested in drug bust

All charges against an Onion Lake woman arrested in a huge drug bust earlier this year were stayed. Bianca Lasas, 20, was facing numerous drug trafficking and firearms offences.
Defence requests bail report for woman arrested in alleged N.B. home invasion

Defence requests bail report for woman arrested in alleged N.B. home invasion

A man and woman charged in an incident where a homeowner was allegedly forced to turn over his car keys appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court April 8.
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