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The latest developments on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest news on the COVID-19 global pandemic (all times Eastern): 12:10 p.m. Nova Scotia is reporting 17 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 445 confirmed cases. Health officials say the...

Apr 12, 2020

Saskatoon unlikely to host NHL playoff games, says Sasktel Centre boss

On Friday, ESPN reported that one of the options for a potential return of the National Hockey League season would be to hold neutral site playoff games and Saskatoon was one of the cities listed as a...

Apr 12, 2020 (NHL/Facebook)

COVID-19 a 'failure of early warning' for Canada, intelligence expert says

OTTAWA - It was last on a list of eight threat scenarios, but the danger of a global pandemic made the cut when the Liberal government issued a national security policy in 2004. With the then-recent S...

Apr 12, 2020

Post-secondary institutions adapting to current realities

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is adapting to the new realities brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak. The school has transitioned many classes to online portals. Dr. Has Malik, provost and vice president aca...

Apr 11, 2020 Saskatchewan Polytechnic is preparing for a number of possibilities going forward, (Submitted Photo/Saskatchewan Polytechnic)

Edmonton Oilers forward Colby Cave dies at age 25 after suffering brain bleed

TORONTO - Edmonton Oilers forward Colby Cave died Saturday after suffering a brain bleed earlier this week.He was 25.The Oilers confirmed Cave's death with a statement from his family."I (Emily, Cave'...

Apr 11, 2020

Family celebrations adapt to COVID-19 restrictions; Premier asks public to stay apart for Easter

Like many across the province, a Prince Albert man and his extended family are finding a way to be together this Easter long weekend, while also staying apart.Former 900 CKBI radio host Neil Headrick ...

Apr 10, 2020 Prince Albert resident Neil Headrick uses video conferencing platforms like Zoom to stay connected with family and friends. (submitted photo/Neil Headrick)

VIDO-Intervac to sterilize used N-95 masks for re-use, establishing emergency supply

As the world faces supply issues for N-95 medical-grade respirator masks in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and University of Saskatchewan are striking a deal to...

Apr 10, 2020 N95 masks. (Saskatoon Police Service/Twitter)

Government announces additional support program for small businesses

Saskatchewan small businesses will be receiving additional financial support from the provincial government.The government is implementing a $50 million program through the Saskatchewan Small Business...

Apr 09, 2020 (Ian Gustafson/paNOW Staff)

JH Moore Elementary staff stay engaged with families during social distancing mandate this Easter

"The Lobo-pups" at JH Moore Elementary School could be in for a sweet surprise this Easter weekend.Principal, Susan Plant told meadowlakeNOW Lobo-pups are a friendly nickname for families of students ...

Apr 09, 2020 Spirit and Lucky - JH Moore Elementary school mascots. (Submitted/JH Moore Elementary)

Pregnant cow moose slaughtered on private lands

Meadow Lake conservation officers are seeking public assistance in identifying those responsible for the death of a pregnant cow moose. Officers were notified of a cow moose that was shot on private l...

Apr 08, 2020 (Submitted photo/SaskTip)