Louis Riel Relay returns this weekend after long hiatus

by | Aug 18, 2016

For the first time in nearly 20 years, the Louis Riel Relay returns to Saskatchewan. This weekend, Batoche will be the host of the 2016 edition of the event. The relay was a staple in the province in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Event planner Carissa Robb says the...
Boy dies after being hit by a vehicle in Big River

Boy dies after being hit by a vehicle in Big River

by | Aug 17, 2016

A five-year-old boy has died following a suspected hit and run in Big River on Wednesday night. RCMP say the child was riding his bike when he was struck by a vehicle shortly after 9:00 pm. The boy was transported to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased....
Gathering scheduled for accused murderer’s court appearance

Gathering scheduled for accused murderer’s court appearance

by | Aug 17, 2016

A photo of Colten Boushie. Courtesy Facebook. People are planning to gather outside a courthouse in North Battleford Thursday, as the man accused in the murder of Colten Boushie is scheduled for an appearance. The 22-year-old Red Pheasant First Nation man was shot and...
New Aboriginal entrepreneur support program

New Aboriginal entrepreneur support program

by | Aug 17, 2016

SOAR recipient Rich Francis speaking with SREDA president Alex Fallon. Photo courtesy of Joel Willick. A Saskatoon economic development firm unveiled two recipients of a new Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Support Program this morning. Earlier this month, the Saskatoon...