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Wildfire smoke blanketed much of Saskatchewan on Friday. Environment Canada issued air quality statements for the western half of the province due to smoke from wildfires burning in Saskatchewan and e...

With a new season on the horizon, second chances are being recognized by a new crop of CFLers. Every season the league presents players with a chance to continue their football careers, and this year&...

There’s no crying in baseball, but in this league, there’s lipstick. A new Heritage Minute was filmed in Ogema to tell the story of Mary (Bonnie) Baker, a professional baseball player from...

Crews from CN Rail were cleaning up Thursday after a train derailment in the Fort Qu'Appelle area Wednesday night. In a statement, CN said 20 cars and a locomotive derailed southwest of the town. "The...

In what seems to be a daily occurrence, Environment Canada issued thunderstorm advisories for areas of Saskatchewan on Thursday. Just after 12:15 p.m., Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm ...

Saskatchewan farmers are nearing the finish line when it comes to seeding. According to the Ministry of Agriculture’s weekly crop report, 96 per cent of the crop is in the ground in the province...

Early childhood educators in Saskatchewan will have greater access to training and professional development, thanks to a $12-million investment from the provincial government. According to the Saskatc...

A Saskatchewan drilling company is facing hefty fines after breaking safety regulations, leading to a serious injury. According to the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, Rebel Drilling...

The problems with the Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) program outlined this week in the provincial auditor's report aren't exactly brand new to advocates like Peter Gilmer. Gilmer is with the Regina...

Environment Canada may be lifting heat warnings in Saskatchewan, but the same can’t be said for thunderstorm advisories. Just before 1 p.m. Wednesday, the weather service issued severe thunderst...