By: Jordan Twiss Lake Country Co-op leadership, contractors, customers, and community members gathered at what is being dubbed the “Shellbrook Corner” on Wednesday, June 24, to cut the ribbon on the revitalized C-store and gas station at the junction of Highway 3 and Highway 55.
Read MoreSask Party can’t duck wildfire accountability
By: Jordan Twiss Last week, for the second time in the month of June, the Sask Party government was taken to task over its handling of the 2025 wildfires that partially destroyed the northern village of Denare Beach and led to the evacuation of more than 10,000 people from their communities.
Read MoreCUSMA negotiations shrouded in uncertainty
By: Calvin Daniels CUSMA, the trilateral free trade agreement, has been the guiding document for trade between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico since it came into force on July 1, 2020, officially replacing the 26-year-old North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Read MoreMessi the star of stars in soccer
By: Bruce Penton Sports has its stars and its superstars but only a handful throughout the 21st century could be deemed megastars. The megastar list might include Wayne Gretzky, Babe Ruth, Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan and Pele, but Argentine soccer legend Lionel Messi has the credentials necessary to join that exclusive group.
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June 25, 2026
École Debden Public School fêtes Class of 2026
June 12 was a night of celebration, reflection, and laughter as Debden’s small school community gathered to honour the 12 graduates of École Debden Public School’s Class of 2026.
Read MoreTrump seizes defeat from victory in Iran
By: Jordan Twiss Last week, for the umpteenth time since he started dropping bombs on Iran at the end of February, U.S. President Donald Trump declared complete and utter victory over the Middle Eastern nation.
Read MoreFarm and food safety can’t be compromised
By: Calvin Daniels If ever we wondered why safeguards are important — especially in the agriculture field — we need look no farther than the current screwworm situation unfolding in Texas.
Read MoreNo guarantee, but McKenna likely No. 1
By: Bruce Penton Will there be a surprise when National Hockey League general managers and head scouts get together this week in Buffalo for the annual draft of 18-year-old players?
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