Feeling the heat
First Nations fire crews battle it out in 31st regional competition as female firefighters dwindle
Half a dozen volunteer fire departments were in Prince Albert this weekend to test their skills in a friendly competition. The 2026 Saskatchewan First Nation Firefighting Competition ran Saturday at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds with six First Nations communities taking part, including Black Lake, Hall Lake, Fon...
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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 ...
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Feeling the heat
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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 ...
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Arch rivals open the season
Hawks grounded in season opener in Melfort
For the second Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season Nipawin was in Melfort to kick off the year, but unlike last campaign, the Mustangs took care of business on home ice doubling the Hawks 6-3 Friday.Nipawin had a couple early chances to get ahead on the road, but could not capitalize, Dru Mushumanski scored...
Sep 19, 2026
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Home invasion
Pair sentenced after serious assault in Nipawin
A man and woman charged after a break-in and assault in Nipawin have been sentenced to jail. The assault happened in May of 2025 at a home in Nipawin. Scott McKay of Red Earth Cree Nation and Noreen Head from Nipawin broke into the home and assaulted two women inside. One was taken by STARS to Saskatoon with serious in...
Sep 18, 2026
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Friday night lights in Tisdale
High school football action continues
The high school football campaign continues Friday with several games. In 4A nine-a-side, the Melfort Comets will travel to La Ronge. The Comets opened with a 34-6 victory in Nipawin in week one. The L.P. Miller Bears will travel to Tisdale to face the Tornadoes, who won 66-0 over La Ronge last week.That game will be u...
Sep 18, 2026
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Crime
Two men sought after gun incident at One Arrow First Nation
After receiving multiple of males in possession of guns, a lockdown was enacted at One Arrow First Nation.Those details were shared by the RCMP on Thursday in relation to events that occurred at the reserve Wednesday afternoon.The police investigation determined an altercation occurred between two men. Both men were in...
Sep 17, 2026
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Cancer fundraiser
"Believe in the Gold" walk returns to Melfort
The "Believe in the Gold" childhood cancer gold walk and barbecue in Melfort is hoping to raise money and awareness as it comes to childhood cancer. They are challenges that Mavis Durell knows all too well, as her granddaughter Zarah battled cancer when she was just 15 months old. Durell said Zarah is now 11 ...
Sep 17, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Feeling the heat
First Nations fire crews battle it out in 31st regional competition as female firefighters dwindle
Half a dozen volunteer fire departments were in Prince Albert this weekend to test their skills in a friendly competition. The 2026 Saskatchewan First Nation Firefighting Competition ran Saturday at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds with six First Nations communities taking part, including Black Lake, Hall Lake, Fon...
6h ago
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Investigation
Saskatchewan Health Authority investigating woman's death after she broke ankle
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has launched an investigation into the death of a Saskatoon woman who was waiting for surgery to fix her broken ankle.The authority said Friday it will be speaking with Kirsten Hanke's family as part of a formal internal review.It declined to provide details of her care due to privacy ...
Sep 19, 2026
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heritage
Saskatchewan heritage sector contributed $73M to GDP in 2024
Some new research is shining a light on the importance of Saskatchewan's heritage sector.In 2024 alone, Saskatchewan's cultural heritage sector contributed more than $73 million to the province's GDP.Emma Morris, the executive director of the Museums Association of Saskatchewan, explained how the heritage sector is an ...
Sep 19, 2026
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Showtime
Saskatchewan artists ready to shine at 2026 CCMA Awards in Saskatoon
The province will be firmly in the national spotlight tonight, as Saskatoon hosts the Canadian Country Music Association's Awards.But Saskatchewan talent will also get a chance to strut their stuff, as several artists are nominated and/or performing in the big show at SaskTel Centre.At the Country Music Week kickoff on...
Sep 19, 2026
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strong-armed celebration
New arm wrestling club aims to become province's premier organization
A newly established arm wrestling club in Red Wing is welcoming all walks of life to their grand opening celebration on Saturday. The event will be complete with a DJ and music, a concession and BBQ, and some cake as they will also be celebrating a few of the members' birthdays. The grand opening also has a lineup of s...
Sep 19, 2026
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Investment in north needed
Province well positioned to weather tariff trade winds, Sask. Chamber says
The province is doing well when a range of economic indicators are considered, according to Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Prabha Ramaswamy. She also said that in order to capitalize on the growing demand for minerals, investment is needed in the north. Housing starts are strong, provincial GDP hit a record $85 b...
Sep 18, 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 ...
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Great Start
Mustangs earn opening night statement win, go for perfect weekend in La Ronge
The Melfort Mustangs are a perfect 1- 0 to start the season, following a 6-3 statement win over their biggest rivals, the Nipawin Hawks.Friday night marked the second year in a row that Melfort started the season at home against Nipawin, this time coming away with the victory and doing so in fairly dominant fashion.&qu...
Sep 19, 2026
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Arch rivals open the season
Hawks grounded in season opener in Melfort
For the second Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season Nipawin was in Melfort to kick off the year, but unlike last campaign, the Mustangs took care of business on home ice doubling the Hawks 6-3 Friday.Nipawin had a couple early chances to get ahead on the road, but could not capitalize, Dru Mushumanski scored...
Sep 19, 2026
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And So It Begins
Mustangs begin season at home against rival hawks
The Melfort Mustangs will open up their regular season tonight when they welcome their biggest rivals to town, the Nipawin Hawks.It marks the second year in a row that the Mustangs have begun their season at home against Nipawin. Last season, Melfort dropped the opening night contest 4-3 and are hoping for a different ...
Sep 18, 2026
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Friday night lights in Tisdale
High school football action continues
The high school football campaign continues Friday with several games. In 4A nine-a-side, the Melfort Comets will travel to La Ronge. The Comets opened with a 34-6 victory in Nipawin in week one. The L.P. Miller Bears will travel to Tisdale to face the Tornadoes, who won 66-0 over La Ronge last week.That game will be u...
Sep 18, 2026
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Season preview
Mustangs announce leadership group, excited for 2026/27 campiagn
The Melfort Mustangs' regular season begins Friday, as the club aims to get back to championship form and build on a strong second half from the 2025/26 campaign.Melfort finished in sixth place in the league standings during last year's regular season, before falling in the first round of the playoffs in five games to ...
Sep 18, 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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farmnewsNOW
Boon leaving Kamloops-based BC Cattlemen's Association for new pastures in Saskatchewan
KAMLOOPS - After 17 years at the helm of the BC Cattlemen's Association, Kevin Boon is moving to new pastures in Saskatchewan.Boon is set to take over...
Sep 18, 2026
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'Like a dating site': Ranchers in B.C. and Alberta partnering up to address feed shortages
KAMLOOPS - Ranchers and livestock producers in British Columbia facing feed shortages and wildfire impacts are getting a helping 'hoof' thanks to a pa...
Sep 18, 2026
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Grain moves through Port of Churchill
The first grain vessel to export from the Port of Churchill since 2020 was loaded and sailed to Europe, marking another major milestone in the return ...
Sep 11, 2026
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Canada
Poilievre says Canada will never be the '28th state' of the European Union
BRANTFORD - Pierre Poilievre says Canada will "never be the 28th state of the European Union" as Prime Minister Mark Carney pursues deeper ties with Europe amid a trade war with the United States. Poilievre made the comments at a rally in Brantford, On...
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As Parliament returns, focus is on the U.S. trade war, new EU ties and cost of living
OTTAWA - Parliament will get back to work Monday after a three-month break, with the trade war with the United States and Prime Minister Mark Carney's move to formalize closer ties with the European Union top of mind. Public opinion backs Carney's appr...
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Findlay resigns as B.C. Conservative leader after weeks of caucus upheaval
Kerry-Lynne Findlay has resigned as the leader of British Columbia's Conservatives, effective immediately, after weeks of upheaval in the official Opposition caucus. She says in a statement posted to social media that it was not an easy decision, but s...
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'La Bola Negra' wins People's Choice Award at Toronto International Film Festival
TORONTO - "La Bola Negra," an epic film about the interconnected lives of three gay men in Spain, took home the People's Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday. Its directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, known collectiv...
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MPs, senators on intelligence committee scrutinize Canada's ability to spy overseas
OTTAWA - Parliamentarians are taking a hard look at Canada's overseas intelligence gathering capabilities as debate simmers over the need for a new foreign spy agency. The MPs and senators who make up the National Security and Intelligence Committee of...
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Bills, byelections and bilats: what you need to know as MPs return to Parliament Hill
OTTAWA - Members of Parliament are making their way back to Ottawa for the fall sitting of the House of Commons that gets underway on Monday. It's set to be a busy season with the release of the federal budget, debate on legislation and looming byelect...
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World
ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - A federal immigration agent shot and wounded a man on Sunday in Austin, Texas, authorities said. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer rammed the man's car then got out of his federal vehicle and opened...
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18 suspects accused in the July 2021 killing of Haiti's president being extradited from Haiti to US
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) - Eighteen suspects who were arrested in the July 2021 killing of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse were awaiting extradition to the U.S. on Sunday, marking the end of a drawn-out judicial process in Haiti for a killing that sh...
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Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat
BERLIN (AP) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suffered a bruising electoral setback in two state elections on Sunday, including a historic defeat for his party, but vowed to press ahead with potentially painful reforms to Europe's biggest economy. ...
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National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Fay forms in the northern Atlantic
MIAMI (AP) - A new tropical storm has formed in the northern Atlantic Ocean but does not appear to pose a threat to land. Tropical Storm Fay, which formed early Sunday, was located about 450 miles (730 kilometers) southwest of the Azores....
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North Korea launches 2 ballistic missiles toward the sea and dials up pressure on the US
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Sunday, South Korea's military said, days after the North threatened to bolster its nuclear deterrent capabilities and respond to what it called U.S. ho...
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Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including 'largest ever' attack on Moscow
Ukrainian forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including hundreds that were launched toward Moscow, officials said Sunday, as the Kremlin was wrapping up the third and last day of its parliamentary elections. Moscow's...
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