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Saskatchewan Parks promote water safety during Drowning Prevention Week

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July 21, 2026

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Saskatchewan Parks promote water safety during Drowning Prevention Week
The Government of Saskatchewan is urging residents to practice water safety as National Drowning Prevention Week runs across the province from July 19 to 25. Read more: Saskatchewan crop report: warm weather boosts crop growth With summer weather drawing families to lakes and beaches, provincial officials are highlighting one basic step to help prevent drownings:…
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Unexpected maintenance forces temporary closure of Lloydminster health plaza
A temporary facility closure is in effect at the Prairie North Plaza and Prairie North Health Centre in Lloydminster due to an unexpected facility maintenance issue. The Saskatchewan Health Authority announced the closure on Monday, July 20. Read more: Inside the First-Annual Farmer Games: Farming Meets Strength The health authority confirmed that the facility, located…
New Lloydminster Men’s Shelter CEO settling into new role
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VIDEO/GALLERY: Onion Lake powwow draws large crowds, celebrates milestone year
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