Crop Report for September 1-7, 2026
Harvest progress was made earlier in the week before widespread rainfall stalled field operations across much of the province. Currently, 27 per cent of the crop is in the bin,…
Don’t fall this fall: Education and exercise program aims to keep seniors on their feet
By TERRY PUGH Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations in Canada, according to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). And for older adults, the consequences of falling are serious.…
Before bats move in, take steps to keep them out
As cooler nights roll in across Saskatchewan, bats may begin looking for warmer homes to settle into for the winter. September is an ideal time for home and cabin owners…
Negotiations over biosolids pipeline corridor continue between Corman Park, Martensville and Saskatoon
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative City of Martensville councillors passed a motion during their September 1 meeting directing administration to negotiate a reasonable agreement with the City of Saskatoon…
Indigenization can lead to a stronger Canada, PSTA general assembly hears
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative Niigaan Sinclair’s presentation on Indigenous education at the Prairie Spirit Teachers’ Association (PSTA) general assembly on Thursday, August 27 began on an unusual footing:…
‘Harvest for Kids’ north of Warman on August 27 raises funds to help send children in developing countries to camp
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative A group of volunteers driving multiple combines, tractors and trucks converged on a field just north of Warman on Thursday, August 27 to help…
Gas tax relief welcome, make it permanent, says taxpayers group
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is applauding the federal government for extending its federal gas tax cut and urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to go further and make the tax cut…
Students return to school ready to learn and succeed
As students across Saskatchewan begin a new school year, it is an opportunity to reconnect with friends, build new relationships and continue discovering their strengths and interests. For teachers, educational…
Looming tariffs a concern for western Canadian municipalities
Leaders of the Western Canadian Municipal Associations (WCMA) met in Edmonton on August 25 and 26 to discuss areas of common concern and co-operative actions that will help stabilize municipal autonomy and investment. Through WCMA, western municipal leaders share information, develop practical solutions and strengthen…
Arthritis comes with $142B annual price tag, report reveals
Arthritis costs Canada $142.4 billion every year – a figure that, until today, had never been fully measured. A new report by Arthritis Society Canada, commissioned from the Canadian Centre…