Pop 89: Giving Up
I’m giving up coffee for Lent. For some reason, I can give up certain habits more easily for Lent than for a smaller size of jeans.
Check It Out: Non-profit groups give Canadians what they need
Children from both the past and present have always shared an entertaining perspective. An elderly lady recalled a vivid memory of being liberated in Holland at the end of WWII.
FRIENDLY RIVALRY!
The Luseland Senior Mallards and the Dodsland Stars are facing off in local hockey playoffs and there’s more than just bragging rights on the line!
Letter: Trade war worst for workers
Trump’s trade war is bad for Canada’s economy. With any economic threat, workers stand to be hit hardest.
Great Plains College announces new Early Childhood Education programming in Kindersley
KINDERSLEY - Great Plains College is pleased to announce the addition of the Early Childhood Education program to its Kindersley Campus program array.
REMEMBERING WHEN: The Golden Age of the Snowmobile
Growing up in the 1970s, it seemed as though everybody and his brother manufactured snowmobiles. Considered the golden age of the snowmobile, 1968-1982…
Sask West This Week: Hockey Sask provincials
We’re getting to the end of hockey for the Sask West Hockey League (SWHL, as well as Hockey Sask provincials. It is always a good sign when you are playing hockey when the water is running.
Lilacs make a great shelterbelt
Farmers and property owners are always looking for a shelterbelt for privacy and protection. The Prairie Shelterbelt Program and Garden at USask both recommend…
Book: The Good Walk: Creating New Paths on Traditional Prairie Trails
Uncanny timing. I recently completed a pilgrimage walk—the 300-kilometer Camino de Santiago (Portuguese Coastal Route)—and not a week after my return from Europe…
Federal firearms ban wrong approach for enhancing public safety
On March 7, 2025, the federal government expanded the number of firearms listed as prohibited for sale and ownership in Canada.
March proclaimed as Agriculture Literacy Month in Saskatchewan
Agriculture Literacy Month has been proclaimed in Saskatchewan, providing an opportunity for students in schools around the province to connect with agriculture…
Despite partial tariff reprieve, Sask still cutting off US alcohol sales and procurement
REGINA – In retaliation for President Donald Trump’s blanket tariffs on Canadian exports, Saskatchewan is joining other provinces in shutting down imports of American alcohol.
Rosetown and Kyle RCMP Weekly Report: Fraud complaint
Rosetown RCMP are investigating a fraud complaint in Rosetown.
RCMP deal with harassing communications
RCMP received a complaint of harassing communications. This matter is still under investigation.
7.5 million cigarettes seized during traffic stop near Swift Current
On February 18, 2025, Swift Current Rural RCMP received a request to assist Saskatchewan Highway Patrol with a roadside traffic stop.
Saskatoon author, Angie Counios to present at Write Out Loud
Angie Counios is a Saskatoon writer, high school teacher, dedicated blogger, and co-author of the Shepherd and Wolfe mystery series for Young Adults.
When did the village of Mendham receive world recognition?
MENDHAM - When was the last time the village of Mendham received world recognition? Some locals may recall February 21, 1995, when they peered up at the sky…
MANOR CONSTRUCTION
It’s hard to believe it’s been 40 years since the sod turning for Heritage Manor took place at the end of February, 1985.
Heritage Week Social in Eston
ESTON – The Prairie West Historical Society (PWHS) held a Heritage Week Social at Heritage Manor in Eston on Friday afternoon.
Jr Klipper entertains at Caleb
KINDERSLEY - Nancy Vanthuyne, general manager at Caleb Village in Kindersley, was excited to introduce Thursday evening’s entertainment to the residents at Caleb.