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Police blitz on Northern Sask. highways takes 21 drivers off the roads
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Police blitz on Northern Sask. highways takes 21 drivers off the roads
A five-day blitz by Saskatchewan RCMP officers in Northern Saskatchewan last week saw 21 drivers removed the roads.RCMP said in a news release on Marc...
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about 3 hours ago
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Wildfire money in Saskatchewan budget isnât enough: Candle Lake fire chief
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Wildfire money in Saskatchewan budget isnât enough: Candle Lake fire chief
A fire chief who helped battle last year's devastating wildfires says he doesn't feel the funding in the Saskatchewan budget is enough to prepare comm...
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about 4 hours ago
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Trumpâs mixed messages on Iran: âWinding downâ the war and easing sanctions but adding more troops
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Trumpâs mixed messages on Iran: âWinding downâ the war and easing sanctions but adding more troops
President Donald Trump frequently contradicts himself, sometimes in the same speech, social media post or even sentence. Within the space of a few hou...
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about 4 hours ago
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FSIN ordered to pay over $28 million: audit
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FSIN ordered to pay over $28 million: audit
While signaling a near three week window to respond and provide documentation, Indigenous Services Canada has concluded their financial audit and has ...
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about 7 hours ago
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Mustangs drop Round 1 opener to Stars
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Mustangs drop Round 1 opener to Stars
The Melfort Mustangs fell just short in their first game of the 2026 SJHL playoffs on Friday.Melfort dropped a 4-2 decision to the Battlefords North S...
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about 9 hours ago
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Feds to shed 12,000 full-time equivalent positions to cut costs
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Feds to shed 12,000 full-time equivalent positions to cut costs
Federal departments and agencies are looking to cut more than 12,000 full-time equivalent jobs over the next three years as part of the Carney governm...
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about 9 hours ago
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Early deficit too much to overcome for Hawks in game one   Â
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Early deficit too much to overcome for Hawks in game one   Â
The Nipawin Hawks showed some early playoff jitters, and the veteran laden Weyburn Red Wings took advantage in game one of their first round series Fr...
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about 10 hours ago
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Tisdale looking for developers for Doghide Drive
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Tisdale looking for developers for Doghide Drive
The Town of Tisdale has issued a Request for Proposals for a massive multi-residential development in the community. The Town said in a statement that...
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1 day ago
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âWeâre building capacity at all levelsâ: Premier discusses future of policing, including Indigenous-led forces
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âWeâre building capacity at all levelsâ: Premier discusses future of policing, including Indigenous-led forces
While the province is investing in law enforcement capacity through additional police officers, First Nations leaders are weighing whether a community...
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1 day ago
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Province cracks down on illegal outfitting Â
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Province cracks down on illegal outfitting Â
Legislative changes are coming that will make it harder for non-Saskatchewan outfitters to illegally do business in the province. Once passed, non-res...
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Mustangs start playoff journey in North Battleford
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Mustangs start playoff journey in North Battleford
The Melfort Mustangs will begin their 2026 SJHL Playoffs in North Battleford tonight (Friday) as they take on the North Stars.Melfort has to begin on ...
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1 day ago
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Hawks return to postseason; meet Weyburn in round one
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Hawks return to postseason; meet Weyburn in round one
For the first time in three seasons the Nipawin Hawks will host a Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) playoff game.Nipawin finished the regular s...
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1 day ago
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Icy conditions causing headaches across the Northeast
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Icy conditions causing headaches across the Northeast
A notice from the Town of Nipawin could likely apply to most communities across the Northeast. The Town has cautioned residents about the extremely ic...
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1 day ago
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Spring-proofing your home to avoid water seepage
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Spring-proofing your home to avoid water seepage
Spring is here, and the snow has already begun to melt. That melt could cause issues, however, if you don't prepare your property. Trent Fedorychka of...
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1 day ago
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Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
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Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him an ico...
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1 day ago
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Huskies eliminated at University Cup
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Huskies eliminated at University Cup
"It's really hard to comprehend." USask men's hockey coach, Brandin Cote, did his best to process a 4-3 overtime loss to the St. Mary's Huskies in the...
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1 day ago
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Canada, allies say theyâre ready to help stop Iranâs shipping blockade
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Canada, allies say theyâre ready to help stop Iranâs shipping blockade
Prime Minister Mark Carney has endorsed a statement issued by allies expressing a willingness to contribute to efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz ...
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2 days ago
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Mustangs set for first round clash with North Stars
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Mustangs set for first round clash with North Stars
The Melfort Mustangs will take on the Battlefords North Stars in a best-of-seven series beginning on Friday.It marks the first round of playoffs betwe...
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2 days ago
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Four people charged after drugs, weapons seized on Red Earth Cree Nation
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Four people charged after drugs, weapons seized on Red Earth Cree Nation
Four residents of Red Earth Cree Nation are behind bars after a large quantity of drugs and weapons were seized during a traffic stop, and at multiple...
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2 days ago
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Ridersâ football operations in the finals for CFLâs inaugural Ted Goveia Award
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Ridersâ football operations in the finals for CFLâs inaugural Ted Goveia Award
After winning the Grey Cup and having nine players named All-CFLers, the Saskatchewan Roughriders are one of three finalists for the inaugural Ted Gov...
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2 days ago
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Tisdale carjacking case in provincial court in Melfort
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Tisdale carjacking case in provincial court in Melfort
A man charged after two youths were carjacked in Tisdale will have his case back in court later this month. Forty-four-year-old Gary Hill of Weldon wa...
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2 days ago
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Porcupine Plainâs Smith sets Silvertips record
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Porcupine Plainâs Smith sets Silvertips record
A Porcupine Plain native has hit the Western Hockey League's record books. Tarin Smith is now the leading scorer amongst defencemen in Everett Silvert...
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2 days ago
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Churchill student wins prestigious U of S scholarship
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Churchill student wins prestigious U of S scholarship
Samantha Unahan is the recipient of a $30,000 scholarship from the University of Saskatchewan. The Grade 12 student from La Ronge's Churchill Communit...
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2 days ago
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SaskPower project to link Saskatchewanâs northern and southern power grids
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SaskPower project to link Saskatchewanâs northern and southern power grids
A project by SaskPower will connect the province's northern and southern power grids, with the aim of improving reliability and growth in northern Sas...
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2 days ago
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Hold and Secure at Reynolds School in Melfort on Tuesday
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Hold and Secure at Reynolds School in Melfort on Tuesday
Reynolds Central School in Melfort was the scene of a hold and secure incident earlier this week. The incident happened on Tuesday. The North East Sch...
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2 days ago
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Regina company braving ice roads to deliver homes to northern communities
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Regina company braving ice roads to deliver homes to northern communities
Herauf Modular Solutions are sending three buildings to a remote northern community to be used for youth transitional homes. And the trek to deliver t...
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2 days ago
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USask student instrumental in growing Métis community on campus
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USask student instrumental in growing Métis community on campus
(USask), went from a concept to having over 100 Mtis students in their group. And much of that growth and success is thanks to Chelsea Ochoa.On March ...
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2 days ago
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Brown elected to council in Tisdale
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Brown elected to council in Tisdale
Residents in Tisdale have elected a new councillor. Dennis Brown will take a seat at the council table. He was elected with 195 votes, while Shane Mag...
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2 days ago
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Humboldt RCMP searching for stolen truck
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Humboldt RCMP searching for stolen truck
Humboldt RCMP are looking for your help to find a stolen pickup. A black 2006 GMC Sierra was stolen from a rural property in the RM of St. Peter on Mo...
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2 days ago
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Riders CEO Craig Reynolds says Saskatoon pre-season game will be a hot ticket
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Riders CEO Craig Reynolds says Saskatoon pre-season game will be a hot ticket
The start of training camp continues to get closer for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.The CFL club will look to defend its Grey Cup title this season wi...
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2 days ago
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Supreme Court of Canada to hear challenge of federal firearms ban
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Supreme Court of Canada to hear challenge of federal firearms ban
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear a challenge of a Liberal government ban on more than 1,500 different firearms models and variants.The government...
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2 days ago
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Kelvington-MLA Chris Beaudry discusses provincial budget
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Kelvington-MLA Chris Beaudry discusses provincial budget
A local MLA is weighing in on the provincial budget tabled Wednesday afternoon. Chris Beaudry is the MLA for Kelvington-Wadena and also serves as the ...
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3 days ago
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Budget shows more âcautious optimismâ: government think tank, MLAs, teachers, others react to provinceâs spending plan
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Budget shows more âcautious optimismâ: government think tank, MLAs, teachers, others react to provinceâs spending plan
While the government touted its budgetary measures aimed at improving health care and addressing affordability, Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck sai...
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3 days ago
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âWe canât afford to be a sacrificeâ: Northwest communities to create regional planning district
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âWe canât afford to be a sacrificeâ: Northwest communities to create regional planning district
Northwest communities in Saskatchewan have decided to form a regional planning district following last year's unprecedented wildfire season. The decis...
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3 days ago
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Melfort and District Museum prepares for busy season
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Melfort and District Museum prepares for busy season
It's a busy time at the Melfort and District Museum, despite there still being snow on the ground. Preparations are underway for a busy spring and sum...
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3 days ago
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A look at provincial budget highlights affecting north central Saskatchewan
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A look at provincial budget highlights affecting north central Saskatchewan
Despite carrying a deficit of $819 million, the provincial government says this year's budget prioritizes protecting the areas that matter most to Sas...
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3 days ago
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Saskatchewan charges stayed against âQueen of Canadaâ cult leader Romana Didulo
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Saskatchewan charges stayed against âQueen of Canadaâ cult leader Romana Didulo
The leader of a cult that bedevilled residents of a Saskatchewan village for two years is no longer facing charges.Romana Didulo, head of the so-calle...
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3 days ago
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Man receives 15 year sentence for involvement in fellow inmateâs death at Sask. Pen
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Man receives 15 year sentence for involvement in fellow inmateâs death at Sask. Pen
A man involved in the death of a fellow inmate at Saskatchewan Penitentiary has received a 15 year sentence for manslaughter.Tyrel Peequaquat (Munroe)...
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3 days ago
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Dressler resigning as MMHA General Manager
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Dressler resigning as MMHA General Manager
The General Manager of Melfort Minor Hockey (MMHA) is stepping aside after three decades at the helm. This will be Donna Dressler's last year as the h...
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3 days ago
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Bank of Canada holds key rate steady as Middle East war clouds outlook
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Bank of Canada holds key rate steady as Middle East war clouds outlook
The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate at 2.25 per cent Wednesday as the economy performs below expectations but war in the Middle East t...
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3 days ago
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Health care, revenue sharing, global challenges: Sask. government prepares for provincial budget
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Health care, revenue sharing, global challenges: Sask. government prepares for provincial budget
Details about Saskatchewan's provincial budget are under wraps until the document is tabled in the legislative assembly on Wednesday afternoon, but so...
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3 days ago
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Former school bus driver facing sex charges has trial date set
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Former school bus driver facing sex charges has trial date set
A former North East School Division bus driver relieved of his duties has had his court date set. The 55-year-old was charged last March with one coun...
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4 days ago
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Local high schools vying for spot in HOOPLA at regionals this weekend
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Local high schools vying for spot in HOOPLA at regionals this weekend
Carlton and St. Mary's boys and girls basketball teams are hitting the road this weekend as they look to punch their tickets to provincials in the 5A ...
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4 days ago
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NDP and Taxpayersâ Federation call for cuts to fuel taxes
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NDP and Taxpayersâ Federation call for cuts to fuel taxes
A grain farmer in the Melfort area is hoping a recent surge in fuel prices won't last long. Scott Hermus, who is also a Director with the Agricultural...
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4 days ago
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Warmer weather, mixed precipitation in forecast
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Warmer weather, mixed precipitation in forecast
A new weather system coming into Saskatchewan is bringing some warmth. Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorologist Justin Shelley said the wea...
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4 days ago
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Former Battleford CAO arrested in Bangladesh in international homicide case
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Former Battleford CAO arrested in Bangladesh in international homicide case
A former chief administrative officer (CAO) for the Town of Battleford has been arrested in Bangladesh in connection with the 2023 killing of his wife...
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4 days ago
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Hawks celebrate season with awards banquet
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Hawks celebrate season with awards banquet
The Nipawin Hawks wrapped up their most successful regular season since the 2019-20 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) year on Friday with an 8-...
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4 days ago
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Anand says Canadaâs focus in Iran war is on unblocking Strait of Hormuz
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Anand says Canadaâs focus in Iran war is on unblocking Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says she agrees with Prime Minister Mark Carney that the U.S. attack on Iran violates international law - and so ...
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4 days ago
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George Gordon First Nation excited for Bell Canada partnership on AI data centre
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George Gordon First Nation excited for Bell Canada partnership on AI data centre
The new 300-megawatt artificial intelligence (AI) data centre being built outside of Regina will feature an agreement with a First Nation nearby.Georg...
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4 days ago
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Think tank researcher, business leaders focus on size of deficit and investments for northern Sask.
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Think tank researcher, business leaders focus on size of deficit and investments for northern Sask.
As Saskatchewan prepares to table its next provincial budget, observers say the key questions will centre on the size of the expected deficit, how qui...
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5 days ago
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