Hepburn ‘Light the Night’ celebration held Nov. 24
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative Fireworks streak across the night sky at the community of Hepburn’s “Light the Night” celebration, which was held at Heritage Common on Monday, November…
Government introduces changes to legislation governing co-ops
The government has introduced updated provincial laws concerning co-operatives. This new legislation brings Saskatchewan co-operative legislation into alignment with other provinces and creates a better legal and economic environment to…
The right call beats a close call – check the Highway Hotline and give snowplows space
Highways Minister David Marit is reminding drivers heading to Canadian Western Agribition to make the right call by checking road conditions before getting behind the wheel, along with urging them…
Provincial mid-year financial report forecasts $427M deficit
Saskatchewan is forecasting a deficit of $427 million at mid-year, an increase of $79 million from the first quarter. This compares to a projected $12 million surplus in the 2025-26…
Indigenous activist wins landmark court ruling for financial transparency
Indigenous activist Hans McCarthy won a landmark court ruling that reaffirms the right of individual First Nations band members to access documents regarding their community’s money. “The federal government and…
Area businesses earn tourism awards
It was a proud night for Saskatchewan at the Canadian Tourism Awards, with multiple businesses earning national recognition for excellence. This marked a record-breaking year with nine finalists announced from…
Ag In Motion named Business Event of the Year
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative The annual Ag in Motion farm show was named the Business Event of the Year at the 2025 Canadian Tourism Awards, which were handed…
Applications open for Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Investment Tax Credit
Applications are now open until June 2028 for the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Investment Tax Credit, a new program designed to help Saskatchewan businesses attract investment and expand operations.…
Illegal timber harvest nets hefty fines for three men
If you want to harvest trees from the provincial forest to sell, you need to get a licence. If you don’t, it can cost you, as three Prince Albert-area men…
Province expands programs to alleviate homelessness
The Government of Saskatchewan is building on the Provincial Approach to Homelessness (PATH), investing up to an additional $20 million over three years to expand programs to prevent homelessness and…