Government and Business Investments
New Carlton Trail training facility to open next fall
Carlton Trail College will soon have a new technical training facility, courtesy of BHP and the provincial government.The Government of Saskatchewan has invested just shy of $4 million into the new facility, while BHP has added an additional $1.9 million.The new facility, right in Humboldt, will be an expansion of Carl...
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Humboldt issues alert over high levels at sewage lift station by hospital
The City of Humboldt is alerting residents to issues regarding the sewer in the hospital area. "Our sewage lift station reached a high level today which could result in sewer backups," the City posted on its social media pages on Friday. Property owners are urged to ensure that their sump pumps are discharged...
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New Carlton Trail training facility to open next fall
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Humboldt issues alert over high levels at sewage lift station by hospital
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Emergency Response
STARS called after rollover east of Melfort
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Northeast News
Government and Business Investments
New Carlton Trail training facility to open next fall
Carlton Trail College will soon have a new technical training facility, courtesy of BHP and the provincial government.The Government of Saskatchewan has invested just shy of $4 million into the new facility, while BHP has added an additional $1.9 million.The new facility, right in Humboldt, will be an expansion of Carl...
11h ago
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Civic news
Humboldt issues alert over high levels at sewage lift station by hospital
The City of Humboldt is alerting residents to issues regarding the sewer in the hospital area. "Our sewage lift station reached a high level today which could result in sewer backups," the City posted on its social media pages on Friday. Property owners are urged to ensure that their sump pumps are discharged...
12h ago
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Emergency Response
STARS called after rollover east of Melfort
STARS was called after a single vehicle rollover near Melfort. The Melfort Fire Department was called to the scene of the rollover east of Melfort just after noon on Friday. A truck was found on its side when crews arrived, and the driver was pinned inside. EMS secured the patient, while the fire department began work ...
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Missing and Murdered
Fourth annual MMIWG walk held in Melfort
Under clear skies and warm spring weather, people gathered in Melfort on Friday for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Walk. It's a day marked by reflection, community, and remembrance.The Marguerite Riel Centre hosted the fourth annual event at Memorial Gardens. Spokesperson Kevin Arcand told northeas...
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Tax increases expected to be minimal
Town of Tisdale passes 2026 budget
The Town of Tisdale has released the details of its 2026 budget. A news release stated this year's municipal mill rate has been reduced, and residential base taxes have also been lowered "to help ease the overall burden on homeowners." The Town has decided to remove the early payment discount in 2026, statin...
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Mature Ladies Group holds loonie auction
Historic Post Office Advisory Group receives cheque for fundraiser
The Historic Post Office Advisory Group in Melfort has benefited from a local fundraiser. The group is looking to rehabilitate and repair the iconic building in Melfort. A loonie auction by the Mature Ladies Group raised $8600 dollars toward the rehabilitation project. Historic Post Office Advisory Group (HPOAG) chair ...
Apr 30, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Modern history
Métis Nation recreating Batoche as a Roblox game
The sights and sounds of Batoche are going digital.This summer, Métis families won't just walk the historic grounds, they'll be able to explore them in a whole new way through Roblox.The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is preparing to unveil a virtual recreation of Batoche on the popular gaming platform,...
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Petition in Quebec
Behind the push in one Canadian province to restrict energy drinks for teens
MONTRÉAL - Ever since 15-year-old Zachary Miron died after drinking a can of Red Bull while on a school ski trip in January 2024, his parents have been fighting a battle to ban energy drinks for children under 16.A coroner's report said the combination of medication he was taking for attention deficit/hyperactiv...
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Updated
Highway 102 crash claims one life, three others in hospital
UPDATE: La Ronge Fire Dept. advised that the highway has now reopened. --One person has died and three others were transported to hospital with serious injuries, following an early morning crash on Friday north of La Ronge.At approximately 5:30 a.m., La Ronge RCMP received a report of a single vehicle rollover on Highw...
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Cold or allergies? Spring symptoms can be hard to tell apart
As winter gives way to warmer weather, many people are noticing the return of sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes... but it's not always clear whether it's a cold or allergies."It can be quite tricky," said Jill Hubick, community care and education manager with Lung Saskatchewan.Allergy symptoms often mirror ...
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better reporting
Sask. Health Authority directed to report ER service disruptions more frequently
The Government of Saskatchewan says it is taking steps to ensure residents will be made aware of service disruptions at their local emergency rooms as quickly as possible, while also working to reduce the frequency of health-care disruptions across the province.On Thursday, the government said the Saskatchewan Health A...
Apr 30, 2026
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secretary of state
Busy first year for Sask. Liberal MP Buckley Belanger
Desnethé-Missinippi-Churchill River Liberal MP Buckey Belanger said it's been a very busy 12 months representing his riding and Saskatchewan as a whole in Ottawa. This week marks one year since Belanger was elected as the Member of Parliament, and said so far he's been busy in his role as Secretary of State for...
Apr 30, 2026
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Local Sports
Riderville
Regina-born Roughrider receiver Mitch Picton retiring after nine seasons
After nine seasons and a Grey Cup win with the CFL team he grew up watching, Regina-born receiver Mitch Picton is hanging up his cleats.Picton, 30, was selected by the Riders in the fifth round of the CFL's 2017 draft. In the 64 regular-season games he played with the Riders, Pickton caught 96 passes for 1,081 yards an...
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Staying Home
Kozun signs 2-year extension with Hawks
The Nipawin Hawks have locked down their bench boss for an additional two years.Head Coach and General Manager Tad Kozun has signed a two-year contract extension with the organization."I'm definitely really excited to be able to continue on what we've done here. It hasn't been easy sledding, obviously; we went thr...
Apr 30, 2026
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Mustang Hotspot
Former Mustang heading to NCAA Div I NMU
Another former Melfort Mustang has decided to take his talents to Northern Michigan University (NMU).Reilley Kotai has joined the NCAA Division One program for the 2026/27 season, after spending a year with the University of British Columbia (UBC)."I'm obviously super excited, it's been a long-time dream of mine t...
Apr 29, 2026
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CFL season to start on Victoria Day weekend in 2027, adds eight-team playoffs
Changes are coming to the Canadian Football League (CFL), beginning next year with season starting at the earliest date in its history.The newly-announced changes include updates to the season schedule and changes to the league's playoff format.In 2027, the season will begin on Victoria Day Weekend, "anchoring the...
Apr 29, 2026
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Flawless run
Sandy Lake Chiefs take down defending champs to win 2026 Senators Cup
The Sandy Lake Chiefs were the last team standing at the 2026 Senators Cup over the weekend. The high-level Indigenous tournament, hosted by the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC), saw the Chiefs claim top spot in the championship's 10th annual instalment, where the team claimed the Senators Cup and the $30,000 grand p...
Apr 28, 2026
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Future Piece
Mustangs commit WHL drafted defenceman
The Melfort Mustangs continue to add pieces for their future, marking their sixth commitment in the past month.Daniel Skalicky, an 18-year-old defenceman from Stony Plain, Alta., is the newest member of the organization.A Western Hockey League draft pick of the Seattle Thunderbirds in 2023, Skalicky has had an impressi...
Apr 28, 2026
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Northeast Profiles
Staying Home
Kozun signs 2-year extension with Hawks
The Nipawin Hawks have locked down their bench boss for an additional two years.Head Coach and General Manager Tad Kozun has signed a two-year contract extension with the organization."I'm definitely really excited to be able to continue on what we've done here. It hasn't been easy sledding, obviously; we went thr...
Apr 30, 2026
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Future Piece
Mustangs commit WHL drafted defenceman
The Melfort Mustangs continue to add pieces for their future, marking their sixth commitment in the past month.Daniel Skalicky, an 18-year-old defenceman from Stony Plain, Alta., is the newest member of the organization.A Western Hockey League draft pick of the Seattle Thunderbirds in 2023, Skalicky has had an impressi...
Apr 28, 2026
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Tarin Smith
Native of Porcupine Plain named WHL Defenceman of the Year finalist
Everett Silvertips defenceman, Tarin Smith, has been nominated for a major award.The Porcupine Plain, Sask. native is up for the Bill Hunter Memorial Trophy, which goes annually to the Western Hockey League's (WHL) Defenceman of the Year.Smith, the captain of the Silvertips, was an over a point-per-game player this sea...
Apr 09, 2026
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farmnewsNOW
New equine event debuts in Saskatoon
The Equine Experience comes to Prairieland Ag Centre in Saskatoon this weekend The event, May 2 and 3, is a first of its kind event that brings togeth...
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Livestock industry concerns with Spring Economic Update
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is concerned with the federal government's approach to food security and trade diversification in the Spring Eco...
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Open Farm Days gives a closer look at agriculture in Saskatchewan
Have you ever wondered how your food gets from the pasture to the plate? If you're a farmer, are you curious how other similar producers run their ope...
Apr 30, 2026
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Canada
Funeral service for Ontario Provincial Police officer killed in crash while on duty
A police funeral service for Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Brandon Malcolm is set for the morning of Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Malcolm was killed in a single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle last Monday, on Highway 401 in Cobourg, east of To...
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Carney's trip to Armenia happening as Ottawa's foreign policy aims shift, expert says
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is headed to Armenia on Saturday for a visit his office says is framed around Ukraine's defence and drumming up more trade and investment in Europe. Jean-François Ratelle, an international studies professor at the Un...
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Carney says his stance on Iran war shifted as Trump's goals 'evolved'
OTTAWA - Canada's initial position supporting Washington's war in Iran shifted over the subsequent days as U.S. President Donald Trump's objectives became more clear, Prime Minister Mark Carney told The Canadian Press. "The scale of what the objectives...
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Canada looking to wrap a trio of trade deals this year: minister
OTTAWA - Canada's international trade minister says the government is looking to sign three major trade deals before the end of the year - with Mercosur, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and India. Speaking with The Canadian Press this week, ...
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Two Canadians on Gaza flotilla intercepted by Israel have been released: organizer
A spokesperson for a group trying to break the Israeli navy blockade of Gaza to deliver aid says two Canadians who were detained by Israel in the Mediterranean Sea have been released. Safa Chebbi says she has been told by Global Sumud Canada's organiz...
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Minister says Liberals want committees 'open' after Tories accuse them of secrecy
OTTAWA - As the Conservatives accuse the government of abusing its new-found majority powers, government House leader Steven MacKinnon is saying the Liberals want to ensure committee meetings are "transparent" and "open." Since the Liberal government o...
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World
Humpback whale 'Timmy' released in the North Sea after weeks stranded off Germany
BERLIN (AP) - A rescue team on Saturday released from a barge in the North Sea a humpback whale that had been stranded in shallow waters near Germany since March, witnesses said. Nicknamed Timmy by German media, the whale was spotted swim...
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Rep. Andy Barr gets coveted Trump endorsement in Kentucky Senate race to replace McConnell
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed Kentucky congressman Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell, the former longtime Senate GOP leader. "And...
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US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
WASHINGTON (AP) - The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump's threat as he clashes with the German leader over the U.S. war with Iran. ...
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A court has restricted abortion access across the US by blocking mailing prescriptions to a pill
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking mailing of prescriptions to mifepristone. A panel of the New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appe...
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Court restricts abortion access across the US by blocking the mailing of mifepristone
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone prescriptions. Friday's unanimous ruling from a three-judge panel of the New Orleans-based 5th U...
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Mali accuses military officers of working with rebels to carry out attacks against government
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) - Some military officers in Mali worked with jihadi rebels and separatist fighters who launched their biggest round of attacks in over a decade in the conflict-battered country, authorities said late Friday. The separati...
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