Look Ahead
Trojans announce leadership group, add Giles, preview 2026/27 campaign
The Tisdale Trojans will begin their 2026/27 campaign this Friday (Sept. 25) as they look to return to the playoffs, after just falling short last season.Tisdale held an 18-24-2 record this past year, finishing just two points behind the eighth-place Saskatoon Contacts.The 2025/26 campaign was virtually run by Moose Ja...
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Raising money, awareness
Believe in the Gold walk held in Melfort Thursday
A walk in Melfort Thursday afternoon was the 'gold' standard. The Believe in the Gold childhood cancer walk began at the Melfort Legion and wound its way down Main St. (Image Credit: Cam Lee/northeastNOW) Coordinator Mavis Durell told northeastNOW the weather was great for the walk and has been on virtually every year ...
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Raising money, awareness
Believe in the Gold walk held in Melfort Thursday
A walk in Melfort Thursday afternoon was the 'gold' standard. The Believe in the Gold childhood cancer walk began at the Melfort Legion and wound its way down Main St. (Image Credit: Cam Lee/northeastNOW) Coordinator Mavis Durell told northeastNOW the weather was great for the walk and has been on virtually every year ...
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Temporary closures start Monday
Staffing shortage to affect Melfort Hospital outpatient lab services
Residents in Melfort who need lab work could face some challenges in the coming weeks. The Saskatchewan Health Authority has issued a notice stating that outpatient services at the Melfort Hospital's lab will be affected by a staffing shortage. Outpatient lab services will be closed Sept. 28-30, and Oct 1, 2, 8, and 9....
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Elected by acclamation
Star City fills vacant council spot
There will be no election required in Star City. The vacant councillor position has been filled. The town announced that Nick Koturbash was elected by acclamation.
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9 to 5
Nipawin Imagination Library chapter marking Dolly Day with push for sponsors
A local volunteer group is hoping Dolly Day will help put more books into the hands of young children in Nipawin and surrounding communities. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a book-gifting program for children from birth to age five, mails one age-appropriate book to each registered child every month. In Nipawin, t...
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15th anniversary
Melfort Multi-K marks milestone year as longtime race director steps away
The 15th annual Melfort Multi-K was more than another busy race day in the city; it was also the end of an era for the person who has helped guide the event since its earliest days. Allison Rogers, race director for the Multi-K, said this year marked her final time leading the event after being involved since it began ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Help needed
RCMP search for missing Pelican Narrows man
A search is underway in northeast Saskatchewan for a missing 33-year-old man.Milton Linklater, from Pelican Narrows, was last seen at a residence in the community on Sept. 3.Since he was reported missing on Sept. 17, Pelican Narrows RCMP have been checking places Milton is known to visit and following up on information...
Sep 22, 2026
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Saskatchewan
'A big win for the festival.'
Megan Moroney first 2027 headliner announced for Country Thunder in Craven
Country music star Megan Moroney has just been announced as the first headliner at Country Thunder Saskatchewan this summer.Moroney will close out the show on Sunday, July 11, 2027.Megan Benoit, a spokesperson for Country Thunder Music Festivals, joined The Greg Morgan Morning Show to make the announcement."We are...
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Crime
Teenage boy charged with murder of Peyton Flett
A 14-year-old boy is alleged responsible for causing the death of a girl the same age in Prince Albert.The youth, who was arrested on Thursday, stands charged with second degree murder and is scheduled to appear Friday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court.Peyton Flett, 14, was reported missing on June 30.On Aug. 1...
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Making progress
Harvest nears halfway mark in Sask. as wet conditions cause delays
Harvest is nearly halfway complete across Saskatchewan, but persistent wet conditions continue to cause delays on many farms.According to the latest crop report from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, which covered the week ending on Monday, harvest is 41 per cent complete across the province. But while producer...
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Auto sales
Saskatchewan auto sales expected to hit 10 year high
Saskatchewan auto dealers expect August to be one of their strongest months for new vehicle sales in more than a decade.Though official figures have yet to be released, Larry Heggs, executive director of the Saskatchewan Auto Dealers Association, said preliminary numbers are promising. "Sales have been fantastic. ...
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Cost of living
'What are you waiting for?': Sask NDP calls on government to pause gas tax
A day removed from the Alberta Premier's decision to suspend that province's gas tax and the federal government's extension of its fuel excise tax, the Saskatchewan NDP's Highways and Infrastructure Shadow Minister stood near a gas station in Prince Albert and called on Premier Scott Moe to follow suit.Darcy Warrington...
Sep 23, 2026
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accountability
SHA official urged silence after mother and baby died, MLTC leaders allege
Chelsea Bear was pregnant with twins when she waited nine hours at Meadow Lake Hospital and was sent home while bleeding, according to the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC). She and one of her babies later died.The tribal council is now demanding an independent investigation and alleging a Saskatchewan Health Authority...
Sep 23, 2026
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Look Ahead
Trojans announce leadership group, add Giles, preview 2026/27 campaign
The Tisdale Trojans will begin their 2026/27 campaign this Friday (Sept. 25) as they look to return to the playoffs, after just falling short last season.Tisdale held an 18-24-2 record this past year, finishing just two points behind the eighth-place Saskatoon Contacts.The 2025/26 campaign was virtually run by Moose Ja...
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Showdown with the Lions
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have two big weapons returning to their arsenal for their showdown with the B.C. Lions on Friday.After logging full practices this week, the returns of running back A.J. Ouellette and slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker were made official as the team released its depth chart on Thursday.Ouellette ...
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Rider news
Riders' Malcolm Bell ready to make first CFL start against B.C.
Defensive back Malcom Bell could be making his first CFL start this week against last season's Most Outstanding Player in B.C. Lions quarterback, Nathan Rourke.But the Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back doesn't believe the pressure is on him in Friday's showdown at B.C. Place."I'm not under pressure - I'm the...
Sep 23, 2026
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Super Fan
Meet the Regina woman with 150 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys
"Welcome to my Riderville," Donna Ryhorchuk said with a smile as she walked down the stairs and into a basement overflowing with four decades of green-and-white memories.The Regina woman is a Saskatchewan Roughriders fan, born and bred, and her Rider pride is difficult to measure.You could try counting the ga...
Sep 23, 2026
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Weekend Split
Mustangs give up four straight, drop road contest in La Ronge
The Melfort Mustangs have split their opening weekend of the 2026/27 regular season, following a road defeat in La Ronge on Saturday.Melfort found themselves up 1-0 and 2-1 in the first half of the game, with both goals scored by new Mustang Matthew Bertolin.Unfortunately, in both instances, the Ice Wolves tied it a mi...
Sep 20, 2026
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Rough start
Hawks strong start fades in loss to North Stars
The Nipawin Hawks have started the 2026 - 27 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season with a pair of road losses after a 4-1 defeat in the Battlefords on Saturday.Looking for rebound from a 6-3 loss on Friday in Melfort in their season opener, Nipawin started strong taking a 1-0 lead over the North Stars in the ...
Sep 20, 2026
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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Ram Monsters and Mayhem
Monster trucks roar back to Prince Albert after decades-long absence
Monster trucks are set to return to Prince Albert for the first time in more than 30 years this summer.Lake Country Co-op presents Ram Monsters and Mayhem, scheduled for Aug. 15 and 16 at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds, marking a rare stop for the high-octane motorsports show in northern Saskatchewan. Promoter Ro...
May 04, 2026
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U.S. hurts itself by not trading fairly with Canada
An agri-food trade researcher said the United States is sabotaging agricultural trade with traditional allies, including Canada, while eroding its com...
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Lakeland College revitalization project gets financial boost
A long-time contributor to Lakeland College is investing in the Student-Managed Farm (SMF) Lab Revitalization project. Judy Sweet's $500,000 donation ...
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Harvest nears halfway mark in Sask. as wet conditions cause delays
Harvest is nearly halfway complete across Saskatchewan, but persistent wet conditions continue to cause delays on many farms.According to the latest c...
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Canada
Report on Tumbler Ridge shooter's ChatGPT conversations shocks B.C. attorney general
British Columbia's attorney general says she's shocked by an article describing alleged interactions between the Tumbler Ridge mass shooter and ChatGPT, in which the AI chatbot vividly describes the effectiveness of a shotgun in a classroom. The report...
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Carney, Poilievre pay tribute to Canada Revenue Agency employee killed in Montreal
MONTREAL - Federal party leaders are paying tribute to a 45-year-old Canada Revenue Agency employee who was killed in Montreal on Tuesday. The Union of Taxation Employees identified the woman as Leïla Ben Salem. Prime Minister Mark Carney offered condo...
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Netanyahu crosses Canadian airspace with arrest warrant in effect
OTTAWA - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled through Canadian airspace on Thursday, despite facing an international arrest warrant. Online flight tracker data shows Netanyahu flew over Greece, Italy, France and Canada on his way to addr...
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Defence minister downplays PM's comments on prospect of U.S. military action
OTTAWA - A day after Prime Minister Mark Carney told a U.S. media outlet his government has studied the possibility of U.S.-led military action in Canada, Defence Minister David McGuinty said all militaries consider such risks. "It is normal. All milit...
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Three B.C. glaciers face extinction within decades due to climate change, study says
Three glaciers in British Columbia's southwest could "disappear completely" within decades in what a researcher says is the result of years of inaction on climate change. A new study from Simon Fraser University published in the journal Annals of Glac...
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A list of the whales and dolphin that died after being moved out of Marineland
Four beluga whales and one dolphin that were shipped out of Marineland this summer have since died at their new homes. Another beluga, Beethoven, lived at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, but died after the move. Here is the list of the animals who died: -- ...
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World
Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died
James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died in Pittsburgh, his lawyer said Thursday. He was 76. Copenhaver was in the bleachers during the e...
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Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to allow quick third-country deportations to continue
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump's administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to again clear the way for continued quick deportations of immigrants to third countries where they have no ties. The government asked for an im...
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Israel's Netanyahu, at UN, calls accusations of genocide in Gaza 'the biggest lie of the century'
Lashing out at his country's critics, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu angrily dismissed allegations of Israeli genocide in Gaza as "the biggest lie of the century" in a defiant speech to the U.N. General Assembly that asserted his nation's ri...
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Boat heading from Tanzania to Congo on Lake Tanganyika capsizes, leaving at least 41 dead
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) - A boat heading from Tanzania to Congo on Lake Tanganyika capsized Thursday, leaving at least 41 people dead, local authorities said. The boat was carrying about 100 people as well as cargo, said Norris Mulongoyi, th...
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Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico
NEW YORK (AP) - A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House grounds, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. The ruling hands the outlets at ...
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Pakistani airstrikes target Afghanistan after Islamabad accuses Kabul of drone attacks
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) - Pakistan said it carried out airstrikes early Thursday on 10 sites in Afghanistan that it said were used to launch drone attacks against Pakistan a day earlier, a sharp escalation in fighting between the two countries that thr...
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