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New dental therapy program hopes to address needs in rural and remote communities

A first-of-its-kind dental therapy program has now started with hopes of benefiting patients across Saskatchewan, including those in the North.On Aug. 28, the University of Saskatchewan's new Bachelor...

Sep 11, 2023

Battlefords North Stars, Ice Wolves set for preseason game at Flying Dust First Nation

Residents of Meadow Lake and Flying Dust First Nation will get a taste of Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) action this evening during a preseason game at PineRidge Ford Place. The Battlefords ...

Sep 11, 2023

Longtime broadcasters inducted into Hall of Fame

He's been 'off the air' for a few years now, but Don Mitchell continues to make an impact in the broadcast industry across the province.Recently, the 82-year-old was inducted into the Saskatchewan Ass...

Sep 11, 2023

Province gives more funding for rapid-access counselling in North Battleford and beyond

Rapid access counselling is reaching more youth and children in North Battleford thanks to a recent boost in funding.The provincial government announced on Monday, that it is providing $1.7 million in...

Sep 11, 2023

'Freedom Convoy' lawyers attempt to block Ottawa residents from testifying at trial

The lawyers defending two of the most prominent organizers of the "Freedom Convoy" protests are attempting to block nine Ottawa residents and business representatives from taking the stand.Tamara Lich...

Sep 11, 2023

Saskatchewan reimbursing nurses for back-to-work training

Canadian-trained nurses in Saskatchewan taking training courses to re-enter the field are soon to be reimbursed by the province for their efforts.Hannah Ogieglo paid out of pocket for a $20,000 course...

Sep 11, 2023

B.C.'s wildfire crisis was forecast, but it arrived decades sooner than expected

The onset of large, severe wildfires that threaten communities year after year has occurred earlier in British Columbia than previous research projected, and experts say the record-shattering 2023 sea...

Sep 10, 2023

Canada defeats U.S. in overtime to claim bronze, first-ever medal at FIBA World Cup

Canada stamped itself on the international stage with its first-ever medal at the FIBA Men's Basketball World Cup on Sunday. And emotions were high.Dillon Brooks scored a game-high 39 points and Canad...

Sep 10, 2023

G20 leaders reach consensus early, softening language on Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Global economic leaders have agreed on a final declaration at the G20 summit, but the language surrounding Russia's invasion of Ukraine - which is leading to geopolitical tensions - has softened since...

Sep 09, 2023

Banjo Bowl blues: Riders lose big in rematch against Bombers

The Saskatchewan Roughriders didn't have an answer for a prolific Winnipeg Blue Bombers offence on Saturday.The Bombers scored on all but one of their drives, including five first-half touchdown passe...

Sep 09, 2023