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Province may consider making masks ‘temporarily mandatory’ during future localized outbreaks

As the second part of the Phase 4 Re-Open Saskatchewan plans are set to get underway on July 6 with more businesses, leisure facilities and performing arts venues likely to welcome back patrons, Premi...

Jul 01, 2020

Fireworks safety tips for pet owners

Canada Day means fireworks in many communities across the country, even with COVID-19 restrictions in place.But the fun, festive atmosphere fireworks can bring to humans often means the opposite to an...

Jul 01, 2020

SIGA casinos to reopen July 9

All seven Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) casino properties in the province are set to re-open to the public the evening of July 9.SIGA said the reopening process will start up in a reduce...

Jun 30, 2020

Saskatchewan posts $319M deficit in the wake of COVID-19

The provincial government says the final results for the 2019-20 fiscal year show a $319-million deficit.In a release, the government said that's attributable to a steep revenue decline in the fourth ...

Jun 30, 2020

New campaign at children's hospital kicks off with generous $1M donation

Isolation may be the new norm, but the delivery of care continues at the province's only dedicated maternal and children's hospital and they need the public's support now more than ever.The Jim Pattis...

Jun 30, 2020

North Sask River Baseball League sets start date for season

It was a home run announcement for baseball players and fans alike in northern Saskatchewan: baseball season is just around the corner.The North Saskatchewan River Baseball League (NSRBL) has set a st...

Jun 29, 2020

Sask. Polytechnic lays off 93, plans to suspend or defer upcoming programs amid pandemic

Things are going to be a lot different at Saskatchewan Polytechnic come the fall.According to the institution, some programs will be suspended or deferred this upcoming fall semester.Additionally, 93 ...

Jun 29, 2020

Local communities receive grants for traffic safety initiatives

A number of local communities will receive funding from the provincial government for a variety of traffic safety projects.The Provincial Traffic Safety Fund is providing $550,000 in grants to 50 comm...

Jun 29, 2020

Despite pandemic, country figuring out different ways to celebrate Canada Day

The true north remains just as strong but might not feel quite as free with Canada Day celebrations being a little quieter and physically distant as people keep their guard up against COVID-19. F...

Jun 28, 2020

Co-op refinery laying off 100 workers

Workers at the Co-op refinery in Regina are just getting ready to head back on the job, but now the company is issuing layoff notices.About 100 people are being serviced with temporary notices, accord...

Jun 28, 2020