Jenny Hagan

ROSETOWN, Sask. — A former Saskatchewan MLA grew visibly agitated on the stand Wednesday as the high-profile human trafficking and sexual assault trial of two rural restaurant owners continued in a Rosetown courtroom.

Hugh Nerlien, who represented Kelvington–Wadena from 2016 until 2024, was cross-examined by defense counsel about his involvement in the case. At one point, he accused the lawyer of seeking a “gotcha moment,” prompting multiple reminders from Judge Martinez to remain composed and respond directly.

ROSETOWN, Sask. — Testimony continued this week in a human trafficking trial being heard at Rosetown Provincial Court, where two Saskatchewan men face multiple charges in connection with an alleged exploitation case.

Mohammad Masum and Sohel Haider, both arrested in June 2023, are jointly charged with human trafficking. Masum faces an additional charge of sexual assault. A publication ban is in place to protect the identity of the complainant.

Bicycle-related injuries can have long-lasting consequences, especially for children. During Bicycle Safety Week from May 11-17, 2025, the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is focusing on the importance of helmet use to reduce the risk of serious head injuries, which can be cut by up to 60 percent when helmets are worn properly.

Bicycle-related injuries can have long-lasting consequences, especially for children. During Bicycle Safety Week from May 11-17, 2025, the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is focusing on the importance of helmet use to reduce the risk of serious head injuries, which can be cut by up to 60 percent when helmets are worn properly.

Dr. Pamela Arnold of Regina has been elected president of the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA), becoming the organization’s 59th president.

Arnold was chosen by physician delegates during the SMA’s 2025 Spring Representative Assembly, held Friday at Saskatoon’s Sheraton Cavalier. She succeeds Dr. Andre Grobler of Prince Albert and will serve a one-year term.

Saskatchewan is expanding its infant immunization program to protect all newborns from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) during peak respiratory illness season, the province announced this week.

Beginning this fall, every baby born in Saskatchewan from one month prior to the start of RSV season — which typically runs from Oct. 1 to March 31 — will be eligible to receive a publicly funded RSV immunization at birth, with parental consent.

A Kindersley father says his ordinary evening at home turned into an unforgettable one after discovering a $100,000 lottery win — all while holding his baby.

Miguel Malana checked his LOTTO MAX with EXTRA ticket using the Lotto Spot app and was stunned when the screen lit up with six figures.

“I was sitting with the baby and checked my ticket on the app,” Malana said in a Sask Lotteries news release. “It came up as $100,000 and I screamed, ‘Oh, is this for real??’”

In disbelief, Malana said he scanned the ticket more than 10 times before calling his wife over.

As Saskatchewan heads into another severe weather season, officials are urging residents to take practical steps to prepare for storms, tornadoes, and extreme conditions as part of Emergency Preparedness Week, running May 4 to 10, 2025.

This year’s theme, “Be prepared. Know your risks,” emphasizes understanding local weather hazards and having emergency plans and kits ready—particularly as unseasonably warm temperatures are already setting the stage for early storm activity.

The Government of Saskatchewan will launch a new funding program this fall aimed at helping schools across the province build or upgrade playground equipment.

Beginning in fall 2025, the province will invest $3.75 million annually into the School Playground Equipment Grant program, which will provide up to $50,000 in matched funding per project.

The Government of Saskatchewan is extending the Oil Infrastructure Investment Program (OIIP) to encourage the construction of new oil and carbon dioxide (CO₂) pipelines, aiming to expand market access and enhance emissions reduction efforts in the province’s energy sector.

Originally launched in 2020, the OIIP offers a 20 per cent royalty tax credit — up to $40 million per qualifying project — to support the development of strategic oil and CO₂ pipeline infrastructure. The program, which was set to expire, will now continue accepting applications until March 31, 2029.