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Hockey in Heaven now that Colby Cave is there

Hockey in Heaven now that Colby Cave is there

Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers hosted a livestream celebration of life honouring former player Colby Cave, who died a year ago from a brain bleed.
Further outbreaks added to North West list

Further outbreaks added to North West list

New outbreaks have been reported by the Saskatchewan government’s website for the North West zone reported in April. Hafford Bus Route 6 and Dr. M.
STF: COVID-19 variants not just Regina’s problem

STF: COVID-19 variants not just Regina’s problem

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation is urging increased vigilance in protecting against COVID-19, saying the spread of its highly contagious variants is now a problem for more than just Regina.
Tribute to Colby Cave livestreams

Tribute to Colby Cave livestreams

The Battlefords was saddened a year ago by the death due to a brain bleed of former Battlefords resident and NHL player Colby Cave at the age of 25. Today, Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers will host a celebration of life, livestreaming at 11 a.m.
April 9 COVID-19 update: Six deaths, record vaccinations, 358 new cases, 160 recoveries

April 9 COVID-19 update: Six deaths, record vaccinations, 358 new cases, 160 recoveries

Vaccines Reported An additional 11,634 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been given in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 256,280. This is the highest daily doses administered to date.
‘A flying ICU’: Rural and remote emergency services fly COVID-19 patients to safety

‘A flying ICU’: Rural and remote emergency services fly COVID-19 patients to safety

Rural and remote communities have relied on the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) to help weather the storm of COVID-19 infections over the last year.
Couple accused of killing Kenneth Merasty appear in M.L. court

Couple accused of killing Kenneth Merasty appear in M.L. court

A man and woman charged with second-degree murder for the death of Kenneth Merasty had more court appearances in Meadow Lake Provincial Court April 6. Lucy Annelle Whitecap, 31, is seeking bail and a show cause hearing is scheduled for April 26.
La Ronge homeless service back after funding lapse

La Ronge homeless service back after funding lapse

La Ronge's homeless outreach program is returning after its third closure in roughly 12 months. Scattered Site Outreach Program closed at the end of March because it didn't have confirmation of funding from the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
Meota man charged with first-degree murder seeks bail

Meota man charged with first-degree murder seeks bail

Michael MacKay, 39, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of 38-year-old Cindy MacKay.
Prince Philip dies, Saskatchewan’s lieutenant governor responds

Prince Philip dies, Saskatchewan’s lieutenant governor responds

Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, died on April 9 at the age of 99.
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