Sentencing for Ditch 2 fire in northern Saskatchewan now set for June
The sentencing hearing for the La Ronge man who admitted to starting the Ditch 2 fire last year has been postponed.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/ditch-2-fire-sentencing-rescheduled-9.7192121?cmp=rss

La Ronge council moves toward bylaw change as it weighs homeless encampment concerns
The Town of La Ronge has taken the next step toward allowing homeless encampments in some areas. Council voted unanimously Monday to have the administration draft a parks bylaw amendment that would allow outdoor camping in undeveloped parks and recreation areas.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/la-ronge-homeless-camping-9.7180494?cmp=rss

Man pleads guilty to setting fire that caused Ditch 2 inferno in northern Sask.
A La Ronge, Sask., man pleaded guilty to one count of arson for starting a fire that grew to more than 200,000 hectares at the height of last summer's wildfire season.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/man-pleads-guilty-setting-fire-caused-ditch-2-inferno-north-9.7180030?cmp=rss

La Ronge, Sask., town council to vote on proposed homeless campground
A proposed campground for homeless people generated over two hours of discussion at a public forum last week. La Ronge town council is expected to decide whether or not to proceed with it at the next town council meeting on Monday, April 27.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/town-of-la-ronge-vote-homeless-campground-9.7176609?cmp=rss

Volunteer pilot rescues animals from northern Sask.
La Ronge pilot Paul Ricklefs volunteers for Canadian Wings of Rescue, helping transport animals in need. He joined The Morning Edition to tell his story.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7156351?cmp=rss

Free campground for homeless people proposed in La Ronge
The Town of La Ronge is debating spending $11,400 on a free campground for homeless people. A report to council said having a designated area would allow encampments to relocate from public green spaces and parks.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/la-ronge-homeless-campground-proposal-9.7140633?cmp=rss

La Ronge family of doctors practice what they preach as athletes and volunteers
Dr. James Irvine has worked in medicine for decades, serving La Ronge and northern Saskatchewan. His sons and their wives are also doctors. They offer a living example of the value of exercise, whether it's training for triathlons or coaching judo in the community.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/community/family-doctors-health-athletes-volunteers-9.7134927?cmp=rss

Score! This northern Sask. arena serves rink classics and Indian food
Kay's Kitchen offers more than standard arena fare At the Mel Hegland Uniplex in La Ronge. Owner Kamalpreet Kaur Dhillon has built a unique menu that pairs burgers and fries with dishes like butter chicken and biryani, all under one roof.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/northern-saskatchewan-arena-indian-food-rink-classics-9.7128009?cmp=rss

This La Ronge jigger has lit up dance floors across Canada. Now he's teaching the tradition
Modeste McKenzie has been dancing since he was 12 years old, but a health scare last year put a temporary stop to his dancing. The experience made him think about the future, and the need to share his culture and square dancing and jigging traditions with the next generation.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/community/champion-jiggers-modeste-mckenzie-9.7124552?cmp=rss

This La Ronge jigger has lit up dance floors across Canada. Now he's teaching the tradition
Modeste McKenzie has been dancing since he was 12 years old, but a health scare last year put a temporary stop to his dancing. The experience made him think about the future, and the need to share his culture and square dancing and jigging traditions with the next generation.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/community/champion-jiggers-modeste-mckenzie-9.7124552?cmp=rss