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Sask. Premier Scott Moe addresses Lobstick Fire
The Lobstick Fire in the RM of Shellbrook isn't under control yet, but as things seemingly start move in the right direction Premier Scott Moe shared the next steps for his hometown and riding.Followi...
1h ago Premier Scott Moe said it's been a, ”tremendously collaborative effort” between the various levels of government and local fire departments, businesses, and volunteer groups to fight against the Lobstick Fire. (Image Credit: Marija Robinson/CKOM)
Resources pour into Lobstick and Cayford wildfires, as crews contend with challenging conditions
No homes or significant infrastructure has been lost to the Lobstick wildfire, despite unpredictable conditions for firefighters and the growth of the blaze to 19,000 hectares. The wildfire prompted t...
22h ago On Sunday, the SPSA warned that while the Lobstick fire may appear to be settled, it is still not fully contained and will be affected by the weather conditions. (Image Credit: SPSA/Facebook)
Lobstick wildfire surges to 19,000 hectares; residents urged to heed evacuation orders
The Lobstick fire is now 19,000 hectares in size, which is approximately the size of the City of Regina or 38 football fields.It is one of ten active wildfires in the province burning Saturday. The mi...
May 30, 2026 On Saturday, Shellbrook Fire and Rescue said in a Facebook post that people driving on the back roads of Shellbrook were hampering rescue efforts, with water bombers having to abort drops due to people being where they shouldn’t be. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency)
SPSA issues sweeping fire ban as Lobstick wildfire crosses North Sask. River
Standing at the kitchen window, Colleen Neufeld watched as the flames from the Lobstick wildfire grew ever closer.The familiar prairie sunset she knows, filtered through a dark haze of smoke. On Frida...
May 29, 2026 The Lobstick Fire nearing the property of Colleen and Matt Neufeld. (Image Credit: Submitted/Matt Neufeld)
Meadow Lake Lions Club donates $25K to NorthWest Community Lodge
A $25,000 donation from the Meadow Lake Lions Club has moved a local campaign, for an accessible bus, one step closer to the finish line.Lions Club member Lloyd Elash said the donation was made after ...
May 29, 2026 Members of the Meadow Lake Lions Club gather outside the NorthWest Community Lodge after presenting a $25,000 donation to support the lodge’s accessible bus campaign in Meadow Lake. (Image Credit: NorthWest Community Lodge/Facebook)
Nisbet wildfire could cost $25M in timber losses
The Lobstick wildfire in the Nisbet Forest near Prince Albert continues to grow, having already charred more than 13,000 hectares, while local forestry operators warn of millions of dollars in potenti...
May 29, 2026 Nathan Peters standing on his acreage near MacDowall with the Lobstick fire burning in the background. As the onwer and operator of a sawmill, he anticipates millions of dollars in economic loss as the fire tears through timber in the provincial forest. (Image Credit: Nick Nielsen/paNOW)
Health experts urge caution as wildfire smoke blankets Prince Albert
Wildfire smoke drifting into Prince Albert on Thursday served as an early reminder of the health risks Saskatchewan residents may face this fire season.Yellow skies and the smell of smoke prompted que...
May 28, 2026 A thick blanket of yellow smoke from the Lobstick fire burning between Duck Lake and MacDowall, settled about Prince Albert Thursday. (Image Credit: Nick Nielsen/paNOW)
Cops handed out 2,013 charges, suspensions, tickets and warnings in Sask. during Road Safety Week
More than 2,000 drivers and passengers were charged, suspended, ticketed or warned by police in Saskatchewan during Canada Road Safety Week.According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, police from various agen...
May 28, 2026 Police from various agencies stopped 5,271 vehicles around the province between May 12 and May 18 during the annual traffic blitz. (Image Credit: Brittany Caffet/CKOM)
RM of Duck Lake reeve frustrated over delay on provincial fire ban as Lobstick fire burns in Nisbet Forest
A local reeve is frustrated the province is not moving quickly enough to impose fire bans in provincial forest land.Rural Municipality of Duck Lake Reeve Remi Martin said the RM has already put a fire...
May 27, 2026 The Lobstick fire's movement near the RM of Duck Lake, prompted the evacuation of several people as a precaution, according to the Reeve. (Image Credit: Submitted)
Moe joins other premiers in unified message at Western Premiers Conference
In both each other's comments and questions for them, the premiers couldn't get away from the spectre of potential Alberta separation at the Western Premiers Conference this week.Premier Scott Moe on ...
May 27, 2026 Premier Scott Moe tells the Western Premier Conference that the best projects are yet to for the Canadian economy if the provinces continue to work together. (Image Credit: CPAC)