Missing man
Tisdale RCMP locate missing man
Tisdale RCMP have located a missing 44-year-old man. All identifying information has been removed from this article.--panews@pattisonmedia.com
Apr 14, 2024
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BUDGET DAY
Freeland to present federal budget today after teasing much of it in recent weeks
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is finally set to present the federal budget in the House of Commons on Tuesday afternoon, showcasing how the government plans to win back support from disgruntled Canadians worried about the cost of living. The Liberal government has already unveiled significant planks of the budget ...
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Canada golden
Canada edges U.S. 6-5 in overtime for Women's World Hockey Championship gold
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Missing man
Tisdale RCMP locate missing man
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Back on the Road
Mustangs fail to close in third, Broncos extend series to Game 6
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Northeast News
Disappointment with guilty plea
Frustration after Melfort-area farm beating suspects plead guilty to lesser charge
The sister of a man who was beaten at a Melfort-area farm and later died is frustrated and angry with the suspects pleading guilty to a lesser charge. "I'm very disappointed, I'm not going to lie," Shanda Tansowny told northeastNOW after the case was adjourned. Peter McLean, 59, and Adam McLean, 35, both ente...
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Missing man
Tisdale RCMP locate missing man
Tisdale RCMP have located a missing 44-year-old man. All identifying information has been removed from this article.--panews@pattisonmedia.com
Apr 14, 2024
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Helping hand
'It gets us our playground': James Smith Cree Nation donates $116k to Weldon Playground Project
Tears of joy overwhelmed many of those who attended a pancake breakfast fundraiser in Weldon on Saturday morning. The town's residents and people from neighbouring communities joined together at the Weldon Auditorium for the fundraiser which helped raise money for a new playground in the town in honour of a fallen memb...
Apr 13, 2024
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Dry conditions dangerous
Melfort's new fire chief urges safety amidst dry conditions
The new chief of the Melfort Fire Department is excited to start his new position.Leonard Whitney is an 18-year veteran of the department. After starting as a recruit, he worked his way up to Lieutenant, up to Captain, and now to Fire Chief/Emergent Management Coordinator as of Apr. 1."Kinda worked my way from the...
Apr 12, 2024
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Against the Government
TMSS students hold Friday protest in support of teachers
A handful of high school students from Tisdale Middle & Secondary School (TMSS) weren't in class on Friday, in support of their teachers.The student-organized protest began around 9 a.m., as they also went against the STF because of the recent sanctions."Our protest is going really well, there's been a lot of ...
Apr 12, 2024
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Huge donation
Joseph Remai donates $25 million to Saskatchewan Polytechnic
A massive donation to Saskatchewan Polytechnic from a man with local roots.The school has received a gift of $25 million from Joe Remai, with the new Saskatoon campus to be built at Innovation Place to be named Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus.The well-known philanthropist and real-estate deve...
Apr 12, 2024
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Saskatchewan
BACK AT THE TABLE
Moe optimistic as contract talks between teachers, government resume
As both sides return to the negotiating table, Premier Scott Moe said he feels confident that a deal will be struck this time between the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation and the Government-Trustee Bargaining Committee.Negotiations are set to resume on Tuesday."I have been confident from the very early days that ...
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TEXTING AT WORK
'Puppet show': Saskatchewan finance minister apologizes for text to Speaker
Saskatchewan's finance minister was ordered to apologize Monday after she sent the Speaker a text accusing him of letting the legislature devolve into an "Opposition puppet show." Donna Harpauer delivered the apology in the house after Speaker Randy Weekes said the minister had messaged him saying government ...
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Winning bidder of classic hockey cards looks to find owner who cares more about them
The winning bidder of more than a dozen unopened boxes of classic hockey cards uncovered in a Regina home says he's feeling remorse over his $3.7-million-dollar purchase after hearing how sad the runner-up was upon losing out."When I heard the runner-up bidder was literally devastated by missing out on acquiring t...
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Saskatchewan promises money for Mounties if RCMP can recruit officers
Saskatchewan and the RCMP have inked a deal that would see the province fund hundreds more officers if Mounties can recruit to fill those positions. Assistant Commissioner Rhonda Blackmore, the commanding officer for Saskatchewan's RCMP, says it's a game-changer for the force, which has long been understaffed. She says...
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MERCI BIEN
Sask. municipalities agree to partnership with Francophone organization
Francophone families throughout Saskatchewan are getting a boost of support from the province's municipalities. During its annual convention in Regina, the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) announced a partnership with the Assemblée Communautaire Fransaskoise (ACF). The partnership helps engag...
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Midwives granted new powers under updated Sask. regulations
Midwives in Saskatchewan will have new powers to prescribe more drugs and order X-rays and other tests under updated provincial regulations.According to the Ministry of Health, the government is making amendments to The Midwifery Regulations through amendments first proposed by the Saskatchewan College of Midwives.Unde...
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Local Sports
Down to a Winner Take All
Series heads to Game 7 after Mustangs fall to Broncos in double OT
For the second night in a row, the Melfort Mustangs failed to put away the Humboldt Broncos and end their season, as a winner-take-all in Game 7 on Tuesday is now needed to decide who will face the Flin Flon Bombers in this year's SJHL Finals.Despite Melfort dominating all of the extra frame activities, Benjamin Motew ...
Apr 15, 2024
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Back on the Road
Mustangs fail to close in third, Broncos extend series to Game 6
The Melfort Mustangs are still one game away from the SJHL Finals but are now down one of their three lives.Melfort was just 20 minutes away from a series win in Game 5 on Saturday night but failed to close in the third period on home ice, preventing them from advancing to meet the Flin Flon Bombers next Friday, at lea...
Apr 14, 2024
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Protect the Palace
Mustangs with opportunity to close, advance to finals, on home ice
The Melfort Mustangs are one win away from the SJHL Finals.After Rhett Hamilton's overtime winner in Game 4, the Mustangs captured a 3-1 series lead and now have the opportunity to close on their home ice."We're pretty pumped up, got ready to go in practice this week, so just with the preparation and everything, w...
Apr 13, 2024
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Securing the Future
Mustangs Friedt-Mohr commits to University of Regina
The Melfort Mustangs have announced that one of their best defencemen has found his home for next season.Twenty-year-old, Chase Friedt-Mohr, has committed to the University of Regina and will suit up as a Cougar as early as this fall.The native of Prince Albert is in his first season with the Mustangs this year and is ...
Apr 13, 2024
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One win Away
Mustangs rebound in overtime, take 3-1 series lead
The Melfort Mustangs got a second chance at overtime in Humboldt on Wednesday night; this time, the hockey gods were on their side.Just five minutes and 26 seconds in, Rhett Hamilton picked up the puck at centre, before a mutual collision set him free on a partial break, as he buried it high glove over Benjamin Motew f...
Apr 11, 2024
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Immediate Turnaround
Broncos capitalize in triple overtime after high-sticking penalty
The Melfort Mustangs and Humboldt Broncos did nearly two full games Tuesday night in a wild Game 3, which needed triple overtime to decide a winner. Unfortunately for the Mustangs, it seemed all for nothing, as a high-sticking call ultimately lost them the game. "You can thank the ref for that one, you can't make ...
Apr 10, 2024
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Northeast Profiles
Time to vote
PBCN prepares for election
Members of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation head to the polls next month.The election for chief and council has been scheduled for April 9 and a list of candidates was released Monday by the electoral officer. They have however indicated the list is still subject to change and may have to do in part with a requirement all ...
Mar 27, 2024
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Plugging In
EV charging now offered at three SIGA casinos
Electric vehicle owners rejoice! Level 3 (fast charging) and Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are now offered for SIGA Casino guests at three locations: Northern Lights Casino in Prince Albert, Gold Eagle Casino in North Battleford and Painted Hand Casino in Yorkton."It is important to us to operate...
Feb 15, 2024
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Best Campground
Tobin Lake Leisure: A premier camping experience
If you're looking to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, while not having to compromise on comfort, look no further than Tobin Lake Leisure - winner of the 2024 Best of the Best (BOB) awards for 'Best Campground.'Owners Amy and Roger Shipley started building the campground in 2011 with 56 sites. Since then, they ...
Feb 12, 2024
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farmnewsNOW
New resources for high school teachers
Providing accurate, balanced and current information is an important way to promote agriculture education in Canadian classrooms. Agriculture in the C...
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Milk concentration plant to open spring 2025
A state-of-the-art milk concentration plant is under construction in Blackfalds, Alta. Dairy Innovation West (DIW) is the first of its kind in Canada....
Apr 12, 2024
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Popular agriculture show to highlight technology
One of the country's biggest agriculture shows will focus on ag tech. From Jun. 18 to 20, farmers, developers, industry professionals, and exhibitors ...
Apr 12, 2024
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Canada
International competition for ideas on how to reuse old Montreal Olympic Stadium roof
MONTREAL - The organization that oversees Montreal's Olympic Stadium is holding an international competition to find a second life for the building's tattered, old roof. The Olympic Park has launched a contest on how best to recycle and reuse the materials and components that are set to be dismantled this summer. Quebe...
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In the news today: It's Budget day in Ottawa and March inflation numbers are due out
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Freeland to present federal budget today Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is finally set to present the federal budget in the House of Commons on Tuesday afternoon, showcasing how the government pl...
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Planning next bid to rescue B.C. orca calf will take 'few days': Fisheries Department
ZEBALLOS, B.C. - The Department of Fisheries says planning for a new attempt to rescue an orca calf trapped in a Vancouver Island lagoon will be finalized in the next few days but no date has been set. It says in a news release that any new attempt to capture and release the young whale will depend on weather and the a...
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Orphaned B.C. orca may be eating fish, vet says, as rescuers plan new strategy
ZEBALLOS, B.C. - A Vancouver Aquarium expert who's been involved in attempts to rescue an orphaned orca says the calf may be feeding on fish in the B.C. lagoon where she's been trapped for more than three weeks. Veterinarian Martin Haulena says he got a good look at the calf during Friday's failed attempt to corral the...
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Here's what the Liberals have promised will be in the federal budget on Tuesday
OTTAWA - Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is set to present the federal budget on Tuesday after a countrywide tour that teased many of the housing and affordability measures to be included in the document. Here's what the federal Liberals have already promised. Housing plan On Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau an...
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Singh defends NDP carbon price position - without directly supporting a consumer levy
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Federal appeals court overturns West Virginia transgender sports ban
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) - A federal appeals court has overturned a West Virginia transgender sports ban, finding that the law violates Title IX, the federal civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools. The ruling Tuesday from the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals blocks a West Virginia law bannin...
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Trump returns to court after first day of his hush money criminal trial ended with no jurors picked
NEW YORK (AP) - Donald Trump returned to a New York courtroom Tuesday as a judge works to find a panel of jurors who will decide whether the former president is guilty of criminal charges alleging he falsified business records to cover up a sex scandal during the 2016 campaign. The first day of Trump's history-making h...
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Fire rages through the 17th-century old Stock Exchange in Copenhagen and its spire has collapsed
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) - One of Copenhagen's oldest buildings is on fire and its iconic spire has collapsed. The roof of the 17th-century old Stock Exchange, or Boersen, that was once Denmark's financial center, was engulfed in flames Tuesday. The building, which is situated next to the Christiansborg Palace where th...
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A knife attack in Australia against a bishop and a priest is being treated as terrorism, police say
SYDNEY (AP) - Australian police say a knife attack in Sydney that wounded a bishop and a priest during a church service as horrified worshippers watched online and in person was an act of terrorism. Police arrested a 16-year-old boy Tuesday after the stabbing at Christ the Good Shepherd Church that injured Bishop Mar M...
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Clark selected No. 1 in WNBA draft by Indiana Fever
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A 9-year-old boy's dream of a pet octopus is a sensation as thousands follow Terrance's story online
The one thing 9-year-old Cal Clifford wanted more than anything since he was a toddler was a pet octopus. The boy's family in rural Edmond, Oklahoma, humored him with toy versions of an eight-legged mollusk, but as Cal got older it became clear that only the real thing would do. The child's father, 36-year-old dentist ...
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