RM of Vanscoy implements modified fire ban
A modified fire ban is now in place in the RM of Vanscoy. Delisle Fire Chief Mike Given said the modified fire ban, implemented on Monday, August 17, includes non-urban…
So-called ‘flushable’ wipes cause blockages in Warman sewer lines
So-called ‘flushable’ wipes are grossly misnamed, according to the folks responsible for keeping sanitary sewer lines flowing smoothly. “We’ve had some serious blockages in the lines caused by flushable, baby…
Saskatchewan invests $15 million in Agtech
The Government of Saskatchewan recently announced that it will provide $15 million to help develop new technologies in agriculture and position the province as a global leader in the agtech…
Safety measures for schools inadequate, says public sector union
The Government of Saskatchewan’s latest tweaks to the Safe School Plan ignores expert advice and the concerns of many staff, parents, and students, according to the Canadian Union of Public…
Corman Park Police report August 3-10, 2020
The following is the occurrence summary for August 3-10. On August 5 at 11:10 p.m. Corman Park Police observed a white Chev Silverado truck eastbound on Hodgson Road near Valley…
Guidelines updated for safe return to school
The Government of Saskatchewan, Education’s Response Planning Team (RPT) and Public Health guidelines are being updated to support the safe return of children to school. The province and Saskatchewan’s Chief…
Urban housing starts rebound
Urban housing starts in July in Saskatchewan increased by 506 per cent, compared to July 2019, which was the highest percentage increase among the provinces. “This is an incredible increase…
Area communities to receive Targeted Sector Support grants
The City of Warman, Town of Osler and RM of Corman Park are among six area communities receiving grants under the provincial Targeted Sector Support (TSS) Initiative. On Tuesday, August…
Meewasin study will minimize freeway impact
The Meewasin Valley Authority (MVA) has completed a habitat evaluation study in the northeastern part of Saskatoon, which will support the Saskatoon Freeway’s functional planning study in reducing environmental impacts…
Sask tourism, hospitality sectors get support
The Government of Saskatchewan has announced $35 million in support for Saskatchewan’s hard-hit tourism sector. Under the Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program, eligible hospitality and event/attraction operators will be able…