New MOU focuses on collaboration in agriculture

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Circle for Indigenous Agriculture & Food.

The agreement is designed to build stronger collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous agricultural producers.

Keith Currie, President of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture says by working together, we can amplify Indigenous voices, support agricultural entrepreneurs, and promote food production in ways that benefit all Canadians.

Alberta announces $10 million to land conservation programs

The provincial government recently announced two conservation programs: the Private Land Conservation Program and Ecosystems Grant Program 

The government of Alberta is investing $10 million to improve private land conservation, with the launch of two new and improved programs.

The enhanced Private Land Conservation Program and the new Ecosystems Grant Program will enable better protection of natural areas across the province, while allowing landowners to use their land for farming and ranching, the province has said.

The latest as judge acquits five hockey players in sexual assault trial

An Ontario judge is delivering her ruling in the sexual assault trial for five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team.

Content warning: This live blog includes graphic descriptions of sexual acts and explicit testimony from a court proceeding that some readers may find disturbing or triggering. Reader discretion is advised.

15U AAA Dodgers unable to recover from early deficit in loss to the Astros

 

Last night the 15U AAA East Central Dodgers fell into a hole early and couldn’t recover as they were defeated by the Saskatoon Astros 11-3. 

The Astros scored six runs in the top of the first inning to grab a sizeable advantage early in the contest.  

East Central responded with a pair of runs in the bottom of the first, but the Astros regained the six-run lead scoring a pair in the top of the second inning. 

Conexus, Cornerstone, Synergy Merger - Name and CEO announced

The next steps in the merger of three Saskatchewan credit unions have been taken with the selection of the name and the appointment of the new CEO, all of which will come into effect on January 1, 2026. 

The Boards of Conexus, Cornerstone and Synergy Credit Unions areed to select the name and the CEO of one of the existing entities in the merger.  

Humboldt Museum’s Stories of Humboldt - Chapter 7 showcases sporting legacy, community spirit, and crime mystery

The Humboldt and District Museum is once again opening its doors to amazing local stories that define the region with Stories of Humboldt: Chapter 7. It’s a compelling trio of exhibits that highlight everything from intergenerational baseball legends and historic gardens to a notorious Christmas night murder that once gripped the nation. Patrons gathered for an opening presentation and discussion on Wednesday, July 23. 

Reunion for farm activist Nick Parsons and his ride, the Prairie Belle, in Wadena

The face of farming has changed in the last two and a half decades. Many small and mid-sized family farms are gone, absorbed into factory farming style enterprises. Only a few smaller grain elevators, once backbone delivery points for marketing grain, are standing under private ownership or in disrepair. 

Bruno Show and Shine rolls into 19th Year with fun for all ages

It will be a day full of free family fun on Sunday in Bruno with the Show and Shine returning with its 19th edition.  

Registration runs from 9-12 am, with the car show taking place from 9 am- 3 pm.  

Chairman Brian Krentz says one of the top features at the Bruno Show and Shine is having the car show on the grass surface at the Bruno Sports Grounds. 

Update: Attempted murder charge laid after Saskatchewan RCMP officer injured

Update Friday, July 25 3:00 pm

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Provincial General Investigation Section continues into the firearm incident on Muskowekwan First Nation. 

An RCMP officer was injured because of the incident and a dangerous alert was issued.  

As a result, 28-year-old Elijah Albert of Muskowekwan First Nation, SK is now charged with: