Saskatchewan

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)

Drive-by greeting a happy surprise for couple celebrating 48th wedding anniversary

Honking horns and cheers from well-wishers greeted David and Diane Bunnell when they stepped outside their home to a welcome surprise this week.It was all part of a coordinated drive-by anniversary pa...

Apr 11, 2020 David and Diane Bunnell celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary with a surprise 'drive-by celebration.' (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)

COVID-19 death toll rises to four in Saskatchewan

Another Saskatchewan resident has died from complications related to COVID-19. The death took place in Regina, and the person was in their 60's. The province has now reported four deaths in total.Chie...

Apr 11, 2020 (ID 177520873 © Rik Trottier | Dreamstime.com)

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

Province reports seven new cases of COVID-19, with 21 more recoveries

The Saskatchewan government announced Friday there are six new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan and one new presumptive case, bringing the provincial total to 285 reported cases as of April...

Apr 10, 2020 COVID-19 rapid testing strip. (File photo/Copyright: (c) Taoxedge / Dreamstime.com)

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)

Theodore case going to Supreme Court of Canada

Public Schools of Saskatchewan said Thursday it plans to appeal the recent decision on funding for a school in Theodore to the Supreme Court of Canada.On March 25, the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal rul...

Apr 09, 2020 (St. Theodore School/Facebook)

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)