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RCMP arrest two youth brandishing weapons in Lloydminster

RCMP arrest two youth brandishing weapons in Lloydminster

Alberta RCMP responded to a report of multiple people walking with a firearm on 39 Street on the Saskatchewan side of Lloydminster on July 11.
Warrant issued for N.B. man who fails to appear in Saskatoon court

Warrant issued for N.B. man who fails to appear in Saskatoon court

A warrant was issued for a North Battleford man after he failed to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court. Dean Spokes, 52, was out on custody after being arrested in May when multiple police detachments responded to a break and enter in The R.M.
New province-wide appeal to raise funds for residential school survivors

New province-wide appeal to raise funds for residential school survivors

Saskatchewan’s Catholic bishops, to fulfill the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, have made a new province-wide appeal in raising funds that would help the survivors and their respective communities.
Wildfire smoke blankets Saskatoon

Wildfire smoke blankets Saskatoon

City residents woke up to a thick haze early Friday morning as smoke from raging forest fires in the northern part of Saskatchewan enveloped Saskatoon, affecting the air quality.
COVID exposure risk at Lloydminster Church

COVID exposure risk at Lloydminster Church

There is an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19 at the Lloydminster Gospel Fellowship Church, 4620 - 47 Avenue, where a person or persons attended while infectious July 11, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. COVID-19 is everywhere in Saskatchewan.
Overnight storms add to total active fires in northern Sask.

Overnight storms add to total active fires in northern Sask.

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is still working to contain a number of fires in the northern portion of the province, as dry conditions and storms continue to create concerns for fire crews.
July 16 COVID-19 update: Two deaths, 20 new cases, 58% of 12+ fully vaccinated

July 16 COVID-19 update: Two deaths, 20 new cases, 58% of 12+ fully vaccinated

Vaccines Reported An additional 10,925 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been given in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 1,332,135.
Virtual camp showcases RCMP Youth Advisory Committee projects

Virtual camp showcases RCMP Youth Advisory Committee projects

A recent virtual gathering brought together youth and their families with RCMP employees and other mentors, to showcase youth projects, including several videos, posters and activities completed.
Business picking up for Berry Barn, despite high temperatures

Business picking up for Berry Barn, despite high temperatures

With Saskatchewan reopening and the provincial government easing up on COVID-19 health restrictions, people are again coming in droves to Valley Road for a quick getaway at The Berry Barn — a popular attraction in Saskatoon area.
Latest cab business opens in N.B.

Latest cab business opens in N.B.

Thursday was a momentous day for Riverside Cab in North Battleford. It was the day of the official grand opening at their location at 1198 - 98th St.
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