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Understanding prescription authority for pharmacists

Saskatchewan pharmacists expanded the scope of their practice, as new legislation came into force March 4. The legislation expands their prescribing authority, providing the patient benefit of more efficient and accessibly health care services.
'This is my rehab,' reformed alcoholic and drug addict tells students

'This is my rehab,' reformed alcoholic and drug addict tells students

Tom Melin's only concern when he drove drunk was getting caught by police. His worst nightmare came true one night while booze cruising when he noticed flashing lights in his rear-view mirror.

Blizzard conditions cause pile-up

A blizzard hit Weyburn and area on March 11. Travel was not recommended on nearly all of the highways in the southeast for most of the afternoon.

Nomination deadline extended for Women of Year

The nomination deadline for the SaskPower Quota International of Weyburn Women of the Year Awards has been extended. The nomination deadline is now March 21 at noon. Forms can be picked up and dropped off at Brady's House of Flowers.
Elder Victor Sammy honoured for lifetime contributions to White Bear

Elder Victor Sammy honoured for lifetime contributions to White Bear

Many people gathered on White Bear First Nation March 6 for a feast to honour Victor Sammy, an elder of the community. Within this culture, a feast of this type is traditionally held to honour someone who has passed on.
Sask. pharmacists get prescription power

Sask. pharmacists get prescription power

Saskatchewan pharmacists have expanded the role they play in the health care system after receiving the green light from Health Minister Don McMorris to begin prescribing medications in specific situations.

Video contest invites Canadian youth to speak out on global issues

Youth across Canada can make their voices heard on global issues through the Kaleidoscope Real World Video Challenge.
Spectra Place will be ready for dinner

Spectra Place will be ready for dinner

After some initial concerns, the City of Estevan says Spectra Place will be ready to host its first event March 25.
City council: City to finance more new lots

City council: City to finance more new lots

The City of Weyburn is proceeding with growth and expansion to more residential lots, and is financing it by means of increasing the amount they are legally allowed to borrow by $5 million.

Above-normal runoff still forecast for southeast area

The threat of above-normal runoff is persisting for southern Saskatchewan, according to the March spring runoff forecast compiled by the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority.
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