Leader community mural project complete
A collaborative effort in Leader has brought a vibrant new mural to the community hall, thanks to the dedication of local youth and support from the Community Initiatives Fund. The project, which was designed to engage and inspire young artists, has transformed the space with a colourful display that now adorns the wall above the canteen.
Saskatchewan Blue Cross donates $34,100 for essential healthcare equipment in rural hospitals
Saskatchewan Blue Cross has contributed $34,100 to fund essential healthcare equipment for rural hospitals across the province.
Will the sequel to Twister revitalize storm chasing like the original?
The long-awaited sequel to the 1996 hit movie Twister has stormed its way to Cinema Twin Theatre under the title Twisters. With a fresh cast of characters, fans and storm chasers alike are eager to see if this new installment will have the same impact on the world of storm chasing as the original did.
Perseid meteor shower and Aurora paint the skies over Saskatchewan over the weekend
Saskatchewan was treated to a breathtaking display as the Perseid meteor shower coincided with a vibrant aurora borealis over Grasslands National Park. The rare celestial event transformed the dark prairie skies creating a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
The Perseid meteor shower, known for its high rate of shooting stars, reached its peak over the weekend. As Earth passed through the debris trail of Comet Swift-Tuttle, meteors zipped across the sky, leaving trails behind. But this year, the Perseids were not the only stars of the show.
Perseid meteor shower set to dazzle: Peak viewing approaches
Stargazers, get ready! One of the most spectacular celestial events of the year, the Perseid meteor shower, is about to reach its peak, promising a dazzling display of shooting stars that you won’t want to miss.
Perseid meteor shower set to dazzle: Peak viewing approaches
Stargazers, get ready! One of the most spectacular celestial events of the year, the Perseid meteor shower, is about to reach its peak, promising a dazzling display of shooting stars that you won’t want to miss.
Perseid meteor shower set to dazzle as peak viewing approaches
Stargazers, get ready! One of the most spectacular celestial events of the year, the Perseid meteor shower, is about to reach its peak, promising a dazzling display of shooting stars that you won’t want to miss.
Family of Outlook man killed in action in Ukraine hopes to set up a memorial in his honour
The Hardy family from Outlook is grappling with the tragic loss of 41-year-old Winton 'Bud' Hardy, who was killed in the line of duty while serving with the International Legion in Ukraine.
Bud had been working as a combat medic in the Donetsk region for several weeks. His family maintained frequent contact with him until a few days before they received the devastating news of his death on June 10th, delivered by Canadian officials. His brother Will expressed the family's shock, stating, "It came as an utter shock."
ATV fun for the whole family when done safely
Saskatchewan ATV Association (SATVA) says ATV'ing is a great way to introduce kids to the beauty of Saskatchewan.
Moto Canada estimated there are around 60,000 ATV's in the province of Saskatchewan. Its an activity the whole family can enjoy and John Meed with SATVA "With proper training, equipment and supervision, children and youth can safely take part in the activity and have a lot of fun"
Crime rate continues to rise in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan RCMP held a press conference on July 25, 2024 to discuss crime statistics and yearly trends. Crime has increased in many areas. Rhonda Blackmore, assistant commissioner, says "I’m a firm believer in transparency and continuing to share the Saskatchewan RCMP story with our partners and the communities we serve – the positives and the challenges. The reality of the situation is that crime continues to increase across Saskatchewan RCMP jurisdiction."