A drought in western Saskatchewan that is drawing comparisons to the Dirty '30s has left some area farmers wondering if they will even have a crop come harvest time.

Saskatchewan's Ministry of Health is reporting a second H1N1 influenza-associated death and the province's chief medical health officer warns there will be more.

Saskatchewan public health officials reported the province's first death associated with the H1N1 virus during the weekend.

The province is confirming its first serious cases of the H1N1 flu, with two individuals hospitalized in intensive care.

The legislature said goodbye this week to someone who has been in the thick of the action on almost every side of the fence.

If you missed Wednesday's fireworks display, don't fret: there's a slightly belated birthday bash planned for Emma Lake on Saturday night.

REGINA - Sask atchewan's justice minister says the government will ask the Court of Appeal for its opinion on proposed legislation dealing with same-sex marriage.

Just weeks before the verdict in Josef Tesar's mischief trial, the prominent local businessman was back in provincial court Thursday.

Despite a rainy first few days, the city's playground program is off to a swinging start.

The number of confirmed H1N1 flu cases on the Prairies continues to increase.

First Nations University (FNU) Indian Social Work students spent 10 days immersed in First Nations culture during the annual culture camp, held June 14 to 23 at the Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s (LLRIB) Youth Haven on Bigstone Lake.

Close to 30 people attended the Gary Tinker Federation’s second Breakfast of Champions June 17; the breakfasts are geared bringing community employers together with news of employment opportunities with people living with disabilities.

Blake David Norman, 19, was charged with three counts of manslaughter, in the deaths of Justin Charles, Jeremy Charles and Marsha McKenzie, and one count of Arson with disregard for human life, in connection to the Lakeview fire May 26, which resulted in the deaths of three people and close to 100 people being left homeless, according to a RCMP news release dated June 17.

A crowd fi lled the room for the Future of Uranium in Saskatchewan Public Consultation Process, a process initiated by the Government of Saskatchewan; the consultation held a meeting in La Ronge June 16.

By Sheri Monk Canada Day promises to be exciting tomorrow with all-day events planned at the Jasper Centre. At 10 a.m., an inter-denominational church service to give thanks will take place at the Jasper Centre.

By Sheri Monk Anthrax has made its first appearance in Canada this year, and just like in 2008, the first incidence occurred in Saskatchewan. So far, there is just one case in one animal, restricted to one premises in the RM of King George.

By Sheri Monk Many auto enthusiasts attended the third annual Tri-Club Show and Shine at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park Centre Block June 27. Hosted by the three car clubs in the Southwest–Creek Classics, Reno Rodders and Shaunavon Accelerators–Cars in the Hills was another success.

The Swift Current Broncos announced Monday the addition of Derek McKie to their office staff as the new Marketing/Game Day Coordinator.

Swift Current Broncos forward Cody Eakin will be joining one of the National Hockey League's most exciting young teams after being selected in the third round of the NHL Entry Draft by the Washington Capitals on Saturday.

The Swift Current Broncos announced Tuesday the selection of goaltender Joni Ortio with the 44 th overall pick in the Canadian Hockey League import draft.

Swift Current Broncos forward Cody Eakin will be joining one of the National Hockey League's most exciting young teams after being selected by the Washington Capitals in the third round of the NHL Entry Draft on Saturday.

This weekend marks a grim anniversary for the family of Tamra Jewel Keepness. It has been five agonizing years since the little girl disappeared from her Regina home.

Saskatoon's taxi industry, a source of frustration for users who complain there aren't enough cabs on the road, hailed a new era Friday as a rebranded fleet of vehicles emerged to offer a competing service.

The Saskatchewan government may have found a solution for what to do with thousands of tonnes of waste wood left behind at an old pulp mill: let a new operation burn the material to produce electricity.

Police in northern Saskatchewan are trying to piece together what happened after a 14-year-old boy was struck and killed by a car early on Wednesday morning at local party spot.

The Roman Catholic bishop of Saskatoon is getting a promotion.

A Canadian soldier travelling through a traditional hotbed of Taliban activity was killed Friday when his armoured vehicle struck a roadside bomb seconds after it was narrowly missed by the senior commander of coalition forces in Kandahar province.

It has been an unseasonably dry spring and summer this year.

Soon Casino Moose Jaw will serve burgers, nachos and likewise grub in its expanded lounge area, which is currently under construction.

Fire crews were called to First Avenue Northwest and Caribou Street at 6:53 a.m. Tuesday for a two-vehicle accident.

Moose Jaw Police Service responded to six reports of illegally lit fireworks throughout the city between 9 p.