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Carney reaches ‘landmark’ tariff-quota deal with China on EVs, canola
BEIJING - The Liberal government has reached a deal with Beijing to slash tariffs on a set number of Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for China dropping duties on agriculture products, Prime Mini...
Jan 16, 2026

Not unusual for black bears to emerge from den during winter months: wildlife expert
After watching a video circulating on social media of bear running on a froze lake in Northern Saskatchewan, a provincial wildlife specialist said while the situation isn't normal, it also isn't unusu...
Jan 15, 2026

A mix of conditions on area highways
The fluctuation in temperatures this week, coupled with today's strong winds, have made driving conditions less than ideal in parts of the province. Travel is not recommended on all area highways surr...
Jan 15, 2026

North West College to deliver full education degree through U of R partnership
Students in northwest Saskatchewan will soon be able to complete an entire Bachelor of Education degree closer to home through a new partnership between North West College (NWC) and the University of ...
Jan 15, 2026

Applications Open for Ness Creek Music Festival Performers
Applications for main stage and after hours performers are closing soon for the 2026 Ness Creek Music Festival, and this is your final chance to be part of the magic in the forest.If you're interested...
Jan 15, 2026
Canadian citizen has died in Iran as anti-government protests continue: Anand
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says a Canadian citizen has died in Iran as anti-government protests continue across the country.In a social media post, Anand says the Canadian died "at the hands...
Jan 15, 2026

Heritage minister says hockey romance ‘Heated Rivalry’ is a Cancon triumph
OTTAWA - The Canadian TV show "Heated Rivalry" is winning fans all around the world - including Culture Minister Marc Miller, who calls the show a Cancon triumph.The Crave original series - a love sto...
Jan 15, 2026
Wind warning issued for parts of central and southern Sask. as weather records tumble
Strong winds are on the way after a day of record-setting warm weather.Environment Canada meteorologist Shannon Moodie said large parts of Saskatchewan can expect wind gusts ranging from 80-90 km/h Th...
Jan 15, 2026

Province Awards Grants to Support Suicide Prevention
The Government of Saskatchewan is awarding 53 grants to support suicide prevention initiatives across the province as part of Pillars for Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan. Funding totals...
Jan 15, 2026

What Meadow Lake's new zoning rules mean for downtown parking and solar panels
If you own a business downtown, are thinking about installing solar panels, or have wondered why some developments seem bogged down by paperwork, Meadow Lake city council's latest zoning changes could...
Jan 14, 2026