Crop Report for August 5 to August 11, 2025
Widespread rainfall in the province last week had varying impacts on crops. The rain was timely for later seeded crops as they continue to fill, but some producers are concerned…
Prairie Spirit School Division board of trustees approves balanced 2025-2026 budget
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative Despite a projected decrease in student enrolment and increasing operational costs, the Prairie Spirit School Division (PSSD) has managed to balance its books for…
Harvest season underway in Saskatchewan
The combines are rolling. Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison, along with Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Kelvington-Wadena Chris Beaudry, officially kicked off harvest 2025 in Saskatchewan at a…
Government allocates $1M to food banks in province
As announced in the 2025-26 Provincial Budget, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1 million to Food Banks of Saskatchewan in August 2025 to distribute to agencies across the province.…
SHA develops online toolkit to assist businesses in creating spaces for breastfeeding
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has a new online toolkit to help businesses support and welcome families with their child feeding choices anywhere, any time. The toolkit, which can be…
Local groups receive over $60,000 in LGS gaming grants from April to June
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative More than $60,000 in charitable gaming grants were allocated in the first quarter of 2025-2026 to sports teams, churches, and other organizations in Duck…
Crop Report for July 29 to August 4
Crops have rapidly developed due to warm temperatures and dry conditions in many areas across the province over the past week. Early seeded crops are nearing maturity in many areas,…
Crop Report for July 15 to July 21, 2025
The rain that fell through wide parts of the province over the weekend was a positive sign for many producers. However, even within regions that received the rain the impact…
Scottish charity extends invitation to choirs from Aberdeens around the world
The Town of Aberdeen and the RM of Aberdeen are among more than 30 ‘Aberdeens’ around the world invited to participate online in a global musical fundraiser taking place in…
Pharmacist-led strep throat, ear infection pilot project sees success
Results from a pilot project launched in January 2025 allowing participating pharmacists to conduct point-of-care testing for strep throat and assess for ear infections has delivered over 3,000 services across…