Environment

Oil and gas experts weigh in on Trump tariffs

Corey Chmelnyk is of two minds about President Donald Trump's threat for a 25 per cent tariff to Canada. "I honestly wouldn't say there's panic yet because I think there's still the potential that we ...

Jan 22, 2025

Why school buses don't run in extreme cold

An extreme cold warning from Environment Canada prompted school bus cancellations across Saskatchewan Monday morning including Prince Albert and the Battlefords, Saskatoon and Regina. While it's a bit...

Jan 20, 2025

New art gallery in La Ronge following three decades at Mistasinihk Place

The La Ronge Arts Council has completed a new gallery space at the Alex Robertson Public Library. "We noticed the La Ronge Arts Council was feeling unsupported and kind of unwelcomed in Mistasinihk Pl...

Jan 11, 2025

Former Sask. resident living in Los Angeles assisting wildfire evacuees

A former resident of La Ronge is using his experience of deal with wildfires in Northern Saskatchewan to assist Native Americans fleeing the fires raging in the greater Los Angeles area. Sparked by dr...

Jan 09, 2025

Plan to travel? Check the Highway Hotline

The Minister of Highways is encouraging drivers to make an informed decision before travelling this holiday season. In a press release issued by SGI, David Marit said, "It is the season of holiday pre...

Dec 22, 2024

SARCAN Recycling now accepting variety of plastics, glass and foam packaging

SARCAN Recycling is expanding the list of items it will accept at all 73 SARCAN depots across the province.The Saskatchewan-based recycling depot is now accepting flexible plastics like plastic bags, ...

Dec 08, 2024

Maidstone photographer wins award from ExploreSask photo contest

A photographer from Maidstone has triumphed in one of the categories of Tourism Saskatchewan's 2024 ExploreSask Photo Contest, standing out among 2,400 entries.Brenda Makin won the People and Places a...

Nov 30, 2024

WSA issues reminder of ice thickness safety this winter

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is reminding everyone to ensure the ice is thick enough before engaging in any activities on it. "Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness, and its strength can vary ...

Nov 29, 2024

Extreme cold grips central Saskatchewan, but relief is on the horizon

Extreme cold warnings have descended on much of Saskatchewan, but they are not expected to last long.Environment Canada said extreme wind chill values near -40 C are expected on Friday for parts of ce...

Nov 29, 2024

Exceptional weather leading to unpredictable winter commercial fishing season

Northern fishermen are facing uncertainty due to unpredictable weather. That's according to Air Ronge resident Gordon Stomp, who has been a commercial fishmen for decades. Meteorologists are calling f...

Nov 07, 2024