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Seven day average heading down

Seven day average heading down

The seven-day average of daily new cases is 163 (13.3 new cases per 100,000 population) and is now available on the Government of Saskatchewan website. This chart compares today's average to data collected over the past several months.
Feb. 14 COVID-19 update: No deaths, 49,645 vaccines, 161 new cases, 247 recoveries

Feb. 14 COVID-19 update: No deaths, 49,645 vaccines, 161 new cases, 247 recoveries

There were 1,079 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered yesterday in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 49,645. With this, 107 per cent of the doses received have been administered to date.
Equipping ourselves against mis- and disinformation during COVID-19

Equipping ourselves against mis- and disinformation during COVID-19

By Chief Public Health Officer Theresa Tam Throughout the past year, Canadians have shown countless acts of kindness and compassion as we have worked diligently to protect those that we love and to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Caring for your Valentine’s Day flowers

Caring for your Valentine’s Day flowers

The most popular day to give flowers is without a doubt on Valentine’s Day. It is one of the busiest days for florists, candy shops, lingerie shops and restaurants.
Improved biomass pellet equals coal in energy output: researchers

Improved biomass pellet equals coal in energy output: researchers

Countries in Europe and Asia are increasingly relying on biofuel – products made from wood and plant residue – as an alternative to fossil fuels in power generation and home heating.
Feb. 13 COVID-19 update: Four deaths, 48,566 vaccines delivered, 244 new cases, 190 recoveries

Feb. 13 COVID-19 update: Four deaths, 48,566 vaccines delivered, 244 new cases, 190 recoveries

There were 1691 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered yesterday in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 48,566. With this, 104 per cent of the doses received have been administered to date.
Judge scolds former gang member for killing man in front of child

Judge scolds former gang member for killing man in front of child

Lloydminster Provincial Court Judge Kim Young scolded a former Westside Outlaws street gang member for murdering a man in front of a 10-year-old boy on Onion Lake Cree Nation.
Cold warning lifted, forecast sees plus 1

Cold warning lifted, forecast sees plus 1

The Environment Canada cold warning for the northwest has been lifted as temperatures "soar" to -24. In fact, a temperature of +1 is forecast for this upcoming Sunday. But don't hold your breath.
For the second time in a week, SaskEnergy sets gas consumption record

For the second time in a week, SaskEnergy sets gas consumption record

It is so cold out there, Regina set a record for the number of consecutive hours with -40C wind chill. And when it’s that cold, you need heat to keep you warm.
COVID-19 exposure risk in another Saskatoon restaurant

COVID-19 exposure risk in another Saskatoon restaurant

Feb. 12 - The Saskatchewan Health Authority is instructing individuals who were at The Keg Steakhouse and Bar in Saskatoon (Brighton - 143 Gibson Bend) on Feb.
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