Canada’s beef herd responding to expansion signals
The numbers are in and it’s official – Canada’s beef herd is growing for the first time since 2018. “The market has been extremely strong, and rightfully so. There's some profit potential…
Fire prevention on the farm
Farms contain many fire hazards; even one small spark can quickly lead to devastating losses. Use this 10-step checklist to help keep your farm fire-free.
Looking forward to the promising future of China–Canada Agricultural Cooperation
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, accompanied by Premier Scott Moe, paid a successful visit to China in January. During the visit, the two sides issued a joint statement…
Researcher warns prairie wild pig populations growing despite eradication claims
Canada’s wild pig problem may be more difficult to eradicate than some organizations acknowledge. Researchers studying the invasive species say populations continue to expand…
High insect pest pressure reported across Saskatchewan in 2025
Workers found significant levels of grasshoppers in west-central Saskatchewan and strong populations of bertha armyworm moths and cabbage seedpod weevils in much of the province last year.
Baba to be inducted posthumously into Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame
Jim Baba, a longtime leader in Canadian baseball whose career began in Kindersley, Sask., will be inducted posthumously into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in 2026.
Leader Junior Boys Curling Championship
Leader’s junior boys curling team captured the SWAC Junior District championship in Gull Lake on Feb. 27–28, defeating Herbert in the final.
Memories of prairie childhood shared by Eatonia seniors
EATONIA — Two residents of Eatonia Oasis Living recently shared stories of growing up on the prairies, offering a glimpse into rural life from nearly a century ago.
Stock growers oppose expanded traceability rules at SSGA semi-annual meeting
Saskatchewan cattle producers are calling on federal regulators to halt proposed expansions to livestock traceability requirements, following debate and resolutions passed…
Train plunge marks dramatic moment in Saskatoon history
On March 4, 1912, one of Saskatoon’s railway bridges collapsed while a train was crossing it. The Canadian Northern Railway bridge gave way beneath the CNR sleeper…
Leader Arts Council brings music to long-term care residents
The Leader and District Arts Council brought live music to long-term care residents in Leader on the afternoon of Feb. 27, ahead of a community concert later that evening at the Leader Community Hall.
Kindersley author Kelly Jean Ranger turns cancer journey into inspiration for books
KINDERSLEY — A cancer journey that lasted more than a year and a half inspired Kindersley resident Kelly Jean Ranger to pursue a lifelong dream of writing and publishing books.
Voices shine at St. Paul’s recital
Sopranos Shania Sanville, centre, and Arielle McKinnon perform during a voice recital featuring classical art songs, opera and musical theatre at St. Paul’s United Church on March 6…
Party lines connected rural communities long before social media
Up until the late 1960s, wooden hand-cranked telephones were a common fixture in many homes. A photo of one of the antique devices recently posted on the Historic Saskatchewan…
Prairie provinces led Canada in granting women the vote in 1916
Women in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba were the first in Canada to gain the right to vote, marking a major step forward for women’s rights in the country.
Denzil Knights of Columbus donate to West Central Crisis
Denzil Knights of Columbus Council No. 3920 presented a $2,000 donation to the West Central Crisis and Family Support Centre Inc. on behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus…
Sheep shearing day marks busy season at Circle R Ranch
Sheep shearing season is underway at Circle R Ranch, located between Beadle and Netherhill, as the Rast family prepares for the upcoming lambing season.
TeleMiracle 50 raises record $10.5 million for Kinsmen Foundation
SASKATOON — TeleMiracle marked its 50th anniversary with a record-breaking total of $10,521,072 as the annual 22-hour telethon concluded at 5 p.m.
Did you know there was a tunnel to Kindersley’s old hospital?
KINDERSLEY — A little-known feature of Kindersley’s former hospital was a tunnel connecting the facility to the nurses’ residence next door.
Hermanson named new director of education for Chinook School Division
SWIFT CURRENT — The Chinook Board of Education has appointed Angela Hermanson as the next director of education for Chinook School Division, effective Aug. 1.