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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Provincial News

Sask. Government re-purposing child-care facilities in schools in response to COVID-19

Sask. Government re-purposing child-care facilities in schools in response to COVID-19

The Government of Saskatchewan announced Friday they will be re-purposing child-care facilities in schools in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, starting March 23.
First-hand account from Italy regarding coronavirus paints bleak picture

First-hand account from Italy regarding coronavirus paints bleak picture

A young wife and mother is one of the slightly over 60 million people who live in Italy who have been placed under strict quarantine. Katherine Pezone, who goes by Caterina, lives in Pozzuoli, a town in the city of Naples.
Warm Welcome ends season, supports new effort

Warm Welcome ends season, supports new effort

The COVID-19 coronavirus forced the Warm Welcome Kitchen to end its season early, but the kitchen’s organizers have found a new initiative to support.
Henders Drugs ask people to call if they feel sick instead of coming in, they’ll deliver

Henders Drugs ask people to call if they feel sick instead of coming in, they’ll deliver

Henders Drugs is modifying their operation in the care capacity to address the spread of the virus. Effective March 19, the pharmacy strongly requests that any customers who don’t feel well call in instead of coming into the drugstore.
Yorkton Exhibition Association cancels and postpones upcoming events due to COVID-19

Yorkton Exhibition Association cancels and postpones upcoming events due to COVID-19

Three upcoming events hosted by the Yorkton Exhibition Association will be either cancelled or postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Co-op is keeping the store as full as they can with higher demand

Co-op is keeping the store as full as they can with higher demand

The growing concerns around the spread of COVID-19, and the relevant measures taken by the governments, have put an extra burden on local retailers. Since last Friday Estevan grocery stores experienced extra traffic and increased sales.
FSIN declares state of emergency

FSIN declares state of emergency

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations has declared a state of emergency because of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan. In a statement, FSIN chief Bobby Cameron outlined the gravity of the situation faced by First Nations in the province.
Premier, chief medical officer discuss state of emergency

Premier, chief medical officer discuss state of emergency

The Government of Saskatchewan announced Wednesday they are declaring a state of emergency amid the continuously growing number of positive tests for COVID-19. Premier Scott Moe, along with chief medical officer Dr.
Mayor Ludwig urges public to do their part to mitigate COVID-19 impact

Mayor Ludwig urges public to do their part to mitigate COVID-19 impact

Estevan’s mayor is reminding the public of steps that need to be taken as the city wrestles with the challenges associated with the COVID-19 coronavirus, while trying to ease concerns that many have.
Food bank facing added pressures

Food bank facing added pressures

As people are stocking up on food amid concerns over COVID-19 they are reminded to maybe buy a can or two extra for the Salvation Army Food Bank in Yorkton.
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