Saskatchewan Party candidate Bill Boyd deflected criticism made by other members at last night’s candidate forum at the Kindersley and District Plains Museum. As well as responding to public questions, the candidates also used there allotted time to address one another with Progressive Conservative candidate Terry Smith asking Mr Boyd “Why don’t you just resign”.… Continue reading Bill Boyd “Rejects Accusations” at Kindersley Debate
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Secret Facebook Swap Group
Source: Aaron Saltzman, CBC News, March 31, 2016 The once-private group for trading goods and services now has more than 40,000 members and exists in 8 cities A once-private Canadian Facebook group where members trade items ranging from old furniture to an “unfortunately used” diamond engagement ring has grown to more than 40,000 members, developed its own app and… Continue reading Secret Facebook Swap Group
U.S. employment rebounds in March, gaining 215,000 jobs
Source: The Associated Press, April 1, 2016 Steady hiring also contributes to average hourly pay, which rose 2.3% from year earlier to $25.43 U.S. employers notched another solid month of hiring in March by adding 215,000 jobs, driven by large gains in the construction, retail and health care industries. Despite the jump, the U.S. Labor… Continue reading U.S. employment rebounds in March, gaining 215,000 jobs
Federal budget gets mixed reviews from ag sector
Source: Karen Briere, The Western Producer, March 31, 2016 Funding for Growing Forward and research welcomed, but supply management compensation isn’t mentioned Reaction was mixed to last week’s federal budget offering new money for rural broadband and more for agricultural research and food inspection, but no mention of compensation for supply management under trade agreements.… Continue reading Federal budget gets mixed reviews from ag sector
Kindersley RCMP Newest Arrivals?
Source: Kindersley RCMP, April 1, 2016 April Fools or for Real? The Kindersley RCMP Detachment is proud to welcome the newest members to the team. Thunder (right) and Lightning (left) are the detachments two newest highly trained Drug Recognition Experts (DRE). Don’t let their furry cuteness distract you from their true life’s calling. These two… Continue reading Kindersley RCMP Newest Arrivals?
Saskatchewan Party lead endures in new poll
Source: Eric Grenier, CBC News, March 31, 2016 The New Democrats fail to make up ground as Cam Broten struggles to surpass Brad Wall With only days to go in the Saskatchewan election campaign, a new poll suggests that voting intentions are not budging — and that’s good news for the leading Saskatchewan Party. Insightrix published… Continue reading Saskatchewan Party lead endures in new poll
'Misfit' fruits and vegetables for sale at new Regina grocer
Source: CBC News, March 31, 2016 ‘They look odd, but they taste great and it’s usually savings of, you know, 30-to-50 percent’ When you’re shopping for produce at the grocery store, you’re probably basing your decision on good looks. A new grocery store in Regina is offering an incentive if you go for the “uglier” items.… Continue reading 'Misfit' fruits and vegetables for sale at new Regina grocer
Election Spotlight: 'I fear for the future,' woman moves from Alta. to Sask. to care for ailing mom
Source: Devin Heroux, CBC News, April 1, 2016 Julie Arcand says she is concerned about senior care in the province As a part of our continuing provincial election coverage, CBC News is putting a face to some of the issues people in this province are concerned about before they vote. Here is one of their personal… Continue reading Election Spotlight: 'I fear for the future,' woman moves from Alta. to Sask. to care for ailing mom
Hockey spectators in massive brawl after game in Unity, Sask.
Source: Samanda Brace, CBC News, March 31, 2016 A crowd of frustrated fans started throwing punches after a men’s senior hockey game in Unity, Sask., on Tuesday evening. The Biggar Nationals and the Wilkie Outlaws faced off in Game 5 of the Sask West Hockey League final to determine who would be champion of the… Continue reading Hockey spectators in massive brawl after game in Unity, Sask.
Police offer $25,000 reward in fatal Ottawa hit-and-run
Source: The Canadian Press, April 1, 2016 Ottawa police are offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a fatal hit-and-run nearly three years ago. Police say they’ve received close to 100 tips related to the Aug. 11, 2013 collision, which claimed the life of Michael Morlang. But they have yet to… Continue reading Police offer $25,000 reward in fatal Ottawa hit-and-run