Canada a nation of distracted drivers: poll
Nearly 8 in 10 Canadian drivers (79%) admit to being distracted while driving, according to a CAA poll released April 27. And among the most dangerous distractions people name are…
Final touches in the works for Delisle Spray Park
Four years ago, a children’s spray park in Delisle was a dream of a few parents and community members. That dream is set to become a reality at the end…
Flooding possible in southeast Saskatchewan
The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising of the potential for overland flooding in the extreme southeast corner of the province late this week and into next week. Two late…
Second round of childcare refunds now in families’ hands
The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have taken another step toward improving affordability and reducing regulated child care fees for families with children under six. A second round of reimbursement…
Take steps to guard against ticks
Saskatchewan residents are being reminded to watch for ticks as they venture outdoors this spring. Ticks are most often found in tall grass, brush, or wooded areas. They cannot jump…
Henley re-elected CUPE President
Judy Henley, incumbent president, health care worker and member of CUPE Local 5430 from Melville, Saskatchewan, has been re-elected as the president of CUPE Saskatchewan. Henley has served as president…
Clarkboro Ferry sets sail for season
The Clarkboro Ferry is back in business. The Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure reported on the provincial Highway Hotline that the Clarkboro Ferry began operations for the 2022 season on…
Be wary of scam calls claiming to be from STARS
A couple from Warman are advising people in the area to be wary of a phone scam by fraudsters claiming to offer a prize from STARS lottery. In an interview,…
New law protects victims of human trafficking
The Protection from Human Trafficking Act came into force on April 20 to provide further safeguards for victims and survivors of human trafficking. “Human trafficking is on the rise and…
Stay on track with your child’s immunizations
April 23-30, 2022, is National Immunization Awareness Week, highlighting the importance of immunizations to protect children against preventable diseases. “Routine childhood immunizations are free to all Saskatchewan families through public…