Russia Reinstated
Russia's return to international hockey complicates Alberta World Junior tournament
A ruling ordering the International Ice Hockey Federation to reinstate Russia has raised questions about the upcoming world junior men's hockey championship in Alberta and angered Canadian politicians.The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled Friday that Russia must be allowed back into international hockey. That overtu...
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Riders gameday
Riders and Lions lock horns once again in CFL playoffs
For a third straight season, the Saskatchewan Roughriders and B.C. Lions will duel it out in the postseason as both teams look to end 2026 as Grey Cup Champions.In the previous two meetings, Saskatchewan was the home team and earned the important victories to end their opponent's season - a 28-19 win in the CFL West Se...
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Crime
Death in Pelican Narrows being investigated as homicide: RCMP
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Farming roots guide New Era Ag's approach in Melfort
Russia Reinstated
Russia's return to international hockey complicates Alberta World Junior tournament
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safety review
Saskatchewan reviews overpass safety after surge in crashes
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Northeast News
Early Saturday
Emergency health service disruption in Wakaw
Emergency services at a local health facility will be unavailable for a brief time on Saturday. The disruption at the Wakaw Primary Health Care Centre and Collaborative Emergency Centre will last Saturday from 8 a.m to noon. Residents can still call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
Oct 30, 2026
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Broadcast industry
SAB Scholarship application extended
The nomination deadline for the Saskatchewan Association of Broadcasters (SAB) scholarship program has been extended. The SAB invites students interested in broadcasting, journalism, communications, and media to apply to the program. "The SAB Scholarship supports the next generation of Saskatchewan broadcasters by...
Oct 30, 2026
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Input wanted
Tisdale residents encouraged to participate in pre-budget survey
The town of Tisdale is conducting a community survey to gather feedback that will help shape their 2027 budget. Chief Administrative Officer Lovely Magnaye said council wanted to hear directly from residents before decisions are made. "Budget decisions affect every resident, through property taxes, utility rates, ...
Oct 30, 2026
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Looking to cash in another win
Nipawin meets Millionaires for first time Friday
The Nipawin Hawks will make their first visit to Melville on Friday to face the Millionaires.The first of four meetings feature two of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's hottest teams. The Hawks have points in seven straight games; the Millionaires have points in five in a row.Nipawin is coming off a 3-2 shootout ...
Oct 30, 2026
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Local hockey roundup
Trojans, Wolfpack in action this weekend
The Tisdale Trojans are on the road for a pair of AAA games against Notre Dame Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tisdale is 5-6-1 on the season. - The 3-3-1 North East AA Wolfpack host Warman Saturday night at 8:30 at the Northern Lights Palace in Melfort. - The PJHL's Carrot River Outback Thunder are off until W...
Oct 30, 2026
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Friday, Saturday
High school football playoffs kick off
High school football playoffs are here, with games Friday and Saturday. In 4A nine-a-side action, the undefeated Tisdale Tornadoes will host Delisle, and the Melfort Comets hit the road to face the Humboldt Mohawks. Foam Lake is also in action to square off against Lumsden. All those games kick off Saturday at 1 p.m. W...
Oct 30, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Crime
Death in Pelican Narrows being investigated as homicide: RCMP
Saskatchewan RCMP are advising that there will be an increased police presence in Pelican Narrows for an undetermined amount of time as officials investigate a homicide. Pelican Narrows RCMP were called to a home in the northern community at around 7 p.m. on Oct. 29 for a report of an injured man. Officers quickly foun...
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safety review
Saskatchewan reviews overpass safety after surge in crashes
Saskatchewan is looking to make some changes before the number of overpass strikes in the province reaches double digits.So far this year, there have been nine overpass crashes in Saskatchewan, with seven of them taking place in Saskatoon.The most recent crash took place Oct. 14 at the intersection of Lorne Avenue and ...
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Riders gameday
Riders and Lions lock horns once again in CFL playoffs
For a third straight season, the Saskatchewan Roughriders and B.C. Lions will duel it out in the postseason as both teams look to end 2026 as Grey Cup Champions.In the previous two meetings, Saskatchewan was the home team and earned the important victories to end their opponent's season - a 28-19 win in the CFL West Se...
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In the books
Indigenous enrollment increase helps offset drop in international students for Sask Polytech
While Saskatchewan Polytechnic is facing a large drop in the number of international students, that loss is partially being made up by an increase in Indigenous student enrolment. The school, which has a campus in Prince Albert, said that 1,425 Indigenous students enrolled in the fall of 2026, an increase of 19 per ce...
Oct 30, 2026
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takes effect Sunday
'Henry's Law' could spread across Canada as Sask. rules begin
What started as a promise made in a hospital room after the death of an 11-year-old Regina boy could help save lives across Canada."Henry's Law" takes effect in Saskatchewan on Sunday, requiring carbon monoxide alarms in every residential suite in multi-unit buildings, regardless of their proximity to fuel-bu...
Oct 30, 2026
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Memory Lane
Taylor Field: Remembering 10 years since Riders' final game
Oct. 29, 2016, remains etched in the minds of Saskatchewan Roughriders fans, young and old.It was one final chance to gather and celebrate a stadium ingrained in the fabric of Saskatchewan sports.Ten years have passed since the final game at Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field, which saw a sold-out crowd of more than 33,000...
Oct 30, 2026
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Riders gameday
Riders and Lions lock horns once again in CFL playoffs
For a third straight season, the Saskatchewan Roughriders and B.C. Lions will duel it out in the postseason as both teams look to end 2026 as Grey Cup Champions.In the previous two meetings, Saskatchewan was the home team and earned the important victories to end their opponent's season - a 28-19 win in the CFL West Se...
16h ago
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Looking to cash in another win
Nipawin meets Millionaires for first time Friday
The Nipawin Hawks will make their first visit to Melville on Friday to face the Millionaires.The first of four meetings feature two of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's hottest teams. The Hawks have points in seven straight games; the Millionaires have points in five in a row.Nipawin is coming off a 3-2 shootout ...
Oct 30, 2026
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Memory Lane
Taylor Field: Remembering 10 years since Riders' final game
Oct. 29, 2016, remains etched in the minds of Saskatchewan Roughriders fans, young and old.It was one final chance to gather and celebrate a stadium ingrained in the fabric of Saskatchewan sports.Ten years have passed since the final game at Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field, which saw a sold-out crowd of more than 33,000...
Oct 30, 2026
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Friday, Saturday
High school football playoffs kick off
High school football playoffs are here, with games Friday and Saturday. In 4A nine-a-side action, the undefeated Tisdale Tornadoes will host Delisle, and the Melfort Comets hit the road to face the Humboldt Mohawks. Foam Lake is also in action to square off against Lumsden. All those games kick off Saturday at 1 p.m. W...
Oct 30, 2026
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Early Season Addition
Trojans add young Regina forward
The Tisdale Trojans have added a young Regina forward to their roster. Nash Bullman is the newest member of the organization.Bullman comes from the Regina Pat Canadians, where he's played four games this season. The 15-year-old also spent some time with the Regina Capitals U18 AA squad, starting the first seven games o...
Oct 29, 2026
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Third consecutive
Melfort's Ferland named divisional All-CFL selection
Logan Ferland has earned his third consecutive divisional All-CFL selection. The Melfort native centred an offensive line that allowed the second-fewest sacks in the CFL, with 29 in 18 games. Ferland and the o-line also allowed quaterback Trevor Harris to lead the league with 5,370 passing yards, and short-yardage QB t...
Oct 29, 2026
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Northeast Profiles
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Farming roots guide New Era Ag's approach in Melfort
For the team at New Era Ag Technologies in Melfort, agriculture is both a profession and a connection to home.Co-founder and general manager Ashley Heavin grew up on her family's grain farm in Melfort before pursuing agronomy and a career in agricultural retail. Fellow co-founder and agronomist Mark Gordon also grew up...
Oct 21, 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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farmnewsNOW
Improving access to fruits and vegetables in a short season climate
Canada's short growing season limits the ability to produce enough fruits and vegetables to meet the country's year-round demand. To look closer at th...
Oct 30, 2026
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Live auction format returns to NE Saskatchewan
While most auction sales are conducted online, one company is reviving the in-person event. Steffes Group Auctioneers will hold its first live auction...
Oct 30, 2026
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SARM brings Saskatchewan's priorities to Ottawa
Representatives from the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) travelled to Parliament Hill to speak with federal decision-makers on...
Oct 29, 2026
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Canada
B.C.'s new time zone could cause confusion, from calendars to medical appointments
Missed surgeries, late deliveries and muddled meeting times are among the issues that could arise as a result of British Columbia's decision to stay permanently on daylight saving time, information technology experts have cautioned. When much of North ...
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The times aren't a-changin' in Western Canada but there's still adjustments ahead
WINNIPEG - The clocks aren't changing Sunday in the western half of the country, but that doesn't mean changes aren't coming as British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, northwestern Ontario and the Northwest Territories all chose this year to stick with da...
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Clocks from coast to coast to coast: A breakdown of time change rules across Canada
Much of the eastern half of Canada switch their clocks back on Sunday, while the western half will not this year. Here's a look at the breakdown of what it means to residents: British Columbia Announced in March that it was moving to permanent Pacifi...
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'Associate' EU membership for Canada not a 'short-term' project: expert
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney has laid out a timeline that would see Canada sign an agreement on a new partnership with the European Union in the next seven months, if all goes well. Carney said Friday that Ottawa and Brussels are working toward ...
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Ottawa's tailpipe emissions delay a 'wait and see' approach to U.S. policy: experts
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney has delayed tougher new emissions standards for passenger vehicles until 2029, just eight months after the government said it wanted them to take effect in 2027. Experts say the move will buy Ottawa time to see how U...
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No matter what happens in the midterms, Canada-U.S. tensions are likely to remain
DETROIT - Democrats are hoping Tuesday's midterm elections will give them the power to rein in U.S. President Donald Trump - but Canadians hoping for an outcome that stabilizes the rocky bilateral relationship may be disappointed. Once-safe Republican ...
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World
Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA championship, beating Dream 68-63 in Game 7
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Gabby Williams scored her team's final 11 points of the third quarter and dazzled through the fourth on the way to 30 points, and the Golden State Valkyries captured a championship in just their second season by beating the Atlanta...
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'Grasping at straws': Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Saying the president was "grasping at straws," a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. ...
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Attorneys for Alaska say 'meritless' Trump demand to set aside Senate ballots 'not even possible'
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - Alaska's Republican-run state government on Saturday urged a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed at President Donald Trump's direction to stop the certification of a possible Democratic win in that state's pivotal U.S. Sen...
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Over 40% of names on DOJ list of alleged noncitizens are not on Calif. voter rolls, analysis finds
WASHINGTON (AP) - More than 4 in 10 names flagged as possible noncitizen voters in California by the Trump administration cannot be found on the state's voter rolls, according to a legal filing Saturday by an immigrant-rights group. It's ...
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Evacuees reunite with family at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border after fleeing Oleshky
CHERNIHIV REGION, Ukraine (AP) - Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory Saturday in a major evacuation operation carried out under the most significant truce since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine 4 1/2 years...
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Shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded at Solano Town Center in Fairfield, California police say
A shooting on Friday night at a mall in Fairfield has left one person dead and six wounded, California police said. Police said they responded to a shooting at around 8:30 p.m. inside Solano Town Center at the Spirit Halloween store. The...
Oct 31, 2026
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