Stopping Pimpleton
Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to put an end this week to breakdowns their special teams have been grappling with.Saskatchewan has allowed big return touchdowns in back-to-back weeks. Calgary Stampeders returner Tyreik McAllister returned a missed field goal 120 yards just before halftime, in what ended as a 40...
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federal investments
Ottawa eyes Green Lake to help feed the North under $3.2B food strategy
The federal government is looking to communities like Green Lake to help strengthen Canada's food supply as it highlights its $3.2-billion National Food Security Strategy, aimed at growing and processing more food at home while reducing reliance on long-distance supply chains.Secretary of State for Rural Development Bu...
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"There’s a lot of carnage that has been left behind.”
Volunteers rally as eastern Saskatchewan flooding devastates town
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Staying Home
Kozun signs 2-year extension with Hawks
Stopping Pimpleton
Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
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Northeast News
Events in Melfort, Humboldt, Nipawin, Tisdale
Busy Canada Day in the northeast
Communities across the region will be celebrating Canada Day on Wednesday, despite concerns about the weather. Heavy rain in recent days and a forecast that could see showers fall on the country's 159th anniversary of Confederation. The Melfort Museum will host the celebration in Melfort for a second consecutive year. ...
Jun 30, 2026
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East Central hardest hit
Heavy rain leaves parts of Sask. dealing with washouts, closures and soggy Canada Day plans
A slow-moving weather system dumped significant rain across parts of Saskatchewan's parkland and eastern regions over the weekend and into Tuesday, leaving some roads under water, forcing local closures and prompting changes to Canada Day celebrations. Environment and Climate Change Canada meteorologist Brian Proctor s...
Jun 30, 2026
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Civic news
Council endorses Rec-Create Humboldt report on new recreation and cultural facility
Humboldt's city council has given the green light to the Rec-Create Humboldt Steering Committee's final report. With the endorsement, the City has also approved $250,000 to advance planning for the proposed recreation and cultural facility. The report was presented at Humboldt's most recent council meeting on June 22....
Jun 30, 2026
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Sculpture project
Humboldt Museum and Gallery receives Lt. Gov. Heritage Award
The Humboldt and District Museum and Gallery has received a 2026 Lieutenant Governor's Heritage Award. The honour was presented at Government House in Regina on June 24th. The award from Heritage Saskatchewan is for the Original Humboldt Treaty Sculpture Project. "The Original Humboldt Treaty Sculpture Project was...
Jun 30, 2026
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Busy Monday
MFD responds to motorhome fire, crash in Melfort area
The Melfort Fire Department responded to a motorhome fire and two-vehicle crash on Monday. They were called to the motorhome fire just southeast of Melfort at suppertime last night, and it was fully engulfed in flames by the time they arrived. The driver was able to safely exit the vehicle before crews got there. Earli...
Jun 30, 2026
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Weather system approaching
Rainfall warning issued for Hudson Bay, Porcupine Plain
A heavy rainfall warning has been issued for parts of eastern Saskatchewan. Hudson Bay and Porcupine Plain are among the communities that are under the warning, which also spans south past Esterhazy. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) said that a low-pressure system will be moving north from the Dakotas, brin...
Jun 29, 2026
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Saskatchewan
"There’s a lot of carnage that has been left behind.”
Volunteers rally as eastern Saskatchewan flooding devastates town
What began as days of relentless rain have quickly turned into one of the most significant flooding events many people in eastern Saskatchewan can remember.Floodwater surrounded homes, businesses and roads in the village of Norquay after a slow-moving storm stalled over the region, dropping extraordinary amounts of rai...
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Part-time child care families could be left out under July 1 change, operator warns
A Rocanville childcare operator says families who only need spaces on a casual basis will be left out as a result of changes the provincial government is making.Cara Werner - executive director of Dream Big Childcare and chair of the advocacy group, Child Care Now Saskatchewan - said while the Rocanville daycare has 45...
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federal investments
Ottawa eyes Green Lake to help feed the North under $3.2B food strategy
The federal government is looking to communities like Green Lake to help strengthen Canada's food supply as it highlights its $3.2-billion National Food Security Strategy, aimed at growing and processing more food at home while reducing reliance on long-distance supply chains.Secretary of State for Rural Development Bu...
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dog days of summer
Golden, B.C., hopes to live up to its name with gathering of golden retrievers from across Western Canada
If plans come together, Golden, B.C., will be overflowing with gold this fall...four-legged gold, that is.A dog lover in the mountain community is trying to organize what she hopes will become Western Canada's largest meetup of golden retrievers, bringing hundreds of dogs and their owners to the town of Golden on Sept....
Jul 01, 2026
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Suspicious activity
La Ronge RCMP investigate reports of people wearing clothing associated with hate group
La Ronge RCMP officers were called around 9:15 p.m. on June 29 about several individualswalking around the La Ronge area dressed in clothing associated with promoting hate.RCMP said officers patrolled the area in an effort to locate the group but were unabe to find them.Photos and videos that appeared to show at least ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Be aware
Text scam claims recipient has outstanding traffic citation
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating multiple reports of a text message scam that claims the recipient has an outstanding traffic citation.The fraudulent text messages direct individuals to click a link and submit payment online, falsely identifying the sender as the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan.Incidents have been ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Local Sports
Stopping Pimpleton
Riders special teams look to stop big returns, keep Ottawa's Pimpleton in check
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to put an end this week to breakdowns their special teams have been grappling with.Saskatchewan has allowed big return touchdowns in back-to-back weeks. Calgary Stampeders returner Tyreik McAllister returned a missed field goal 120 yards just before halftime, in what ended as a 40...
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Riderville
Riders deal with wide receiver injuries to start practice week for Ottawa Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders could have an almost entirely new receiver group for Friday's showdown against the Ottawa Redblacks.When the team returned to practice on Monday after its 40-34 loss to the Toronto Argonauts, only one starting receiver from Week 1 - KeeSean Johnson - was a participant. Sam Emilus (ankle), J...
Jun 29, 2026
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Veteran blueliner
Mustangs' Unger commits to U of M
Another commitment for the Ripley Ford Melfort Mustangs. Cole Unger has committed to the University of Manitoba Bisons for the 2026-27 campaign. The blueliner was part of the Mustangs for three seasons, including the two SJHL championship squads. In 119 regular season games, Ungar had three goals and 36 assists, with 7...
Jun 29, 2026
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Looking Ahead
"They want to be winners": Trojans seeking specific mindset in 2026/27
The Tisdale Trojans are hoping to use the summer to make sure every one of their players has a specific mindset: one that will allow them to have more success than they did during the 2025/26 campaign and make the 2026/27 campaign one to remember."Kids can be skilled and talented, but it's really important for the...
Jun 26, 2026
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Are you ready for some football?
Riders, Argos set to clash in early season CFL showdown at Mosaic Stadium
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to continue their hot start during the Prairie Blizzard game.Saskatchewan is 2-0, and will take on the 1-1 Toronto Argonauts at Mosaic Stadium on Friday. The Riders will be in their white Prairie Blizzard jerseys, as they are technically the away team in the game. This will count ...
Jun 26, 2026
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Trade
Mustangs acquire forward from SIJHL's Thunder Bay North Stars
The Ripley Ford Melfort Mustangs have bolstered their offense following another trade. Melfort has acquired 2007-born forward Matthew Bertolin from the Thunder Bay North Stars of the Superior International Junior Hockey League (SIJHL) in exchange for a player development fee (PDF).Bertolin has two full years of Junior ...
Jun 25, 2026
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Northeast Profiles
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
Some crops struggle with wet fields
Damage from intense rain earlier this week in Manitoba will be assessed over the next few days. Manitoba Agriculture released its weekly crop report T...
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First-ever Youth Beef Expo draws strong turnout in Meadow Lake
For the first time, young cattle enthusiasts from across the Meadow Lake, Sask. 4-H district came together earlier this month for a Youth Beef Expo. T...
Jun 30, 2026
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Young leaders program looking for candidates
With the right training and experiences, young farmers can provide meaningful input into agricultural discussions and policy changes at the local, pro...
Jun 30, 2026
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Canada
RCMP arrest two after raid at alleged migrant smuggling stash house in Montreal
MONTREAL - RCMP say officers are searching a residence in the Montréal-Nord borough in an investigation into a suspected human smuggling ring. They say one alleged smuggler and one migrant have been arrested, but police did not say what charges they co...
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CP NewsAlert: Carney to join Smith for Alberta oil pipeline update in Calgary today
CALGARY - Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to hold a joint news conference today in Calgary on a proposed pipeline project. Smith had set a July 1 deadline to submit a proposal for a new pipeline to the federal majo...
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Carney to meet with Premier Eby in Vancouver as Smith plans pipeline announcement
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to be in Vancouver today, where he will meet with B.C. Premier David Eby and discuss major projects in the province. Carney's itinerary says today's announcement with Eby involves "a new co-operative pro...
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The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 12:15 p.m. Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari's standout World Cup has been rewarded with a move to Bayern Munich. The 25-year-old has signed with the German powerhouse through Ju...
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Large fan crowds expected in sweltering Toronto for Portugal-Croatia World Cup match
TORONTO - Fans in Toronto are expected to turn out in droves today to watch Portugal take on Croatia at the FIFA men's World Cup, despite a stifling heat wave and some event cancellations. The round of 32 match is the final game of the international to...
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In the news today: U.S. on CUSMA, rainy Canada Day, heat wave, Portugal plays Croatia
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in 'current form' United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the country will not renew its tr...
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World
Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes
CATIA LA MAR, Venezuela (AP) - Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling dayslong operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuel...
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UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption
LONDON (AP) - Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally apologized Thursday for the British state's role in separating tens of thousands of unmarried mothers from their babies, a practice that lasted for decades until the 1970s. He said in Par...
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Papua separatists claim to have shot dead a US pilot who transported Indonesian troops
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) - A Papua separatist group said Thursday it has shot dead an American pilot who allegedly brought Indonesian troops into a 'conflict zone.' In a statement, Sebby Sambom, spokesman for the West Papua Liberation Army...
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11-year-old boy driving pickup truck crashes into group of Thai monks, killing 8
BANGKOK (AP) - An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into a group of monks on a pilgrimage walk in northeastern Thailand on Thursday, killing eight, officials said. A total of 35 monks from Mukdahan province, about 600 kilometers nort...
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Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers
VATICAN CITY (AP) - The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It excommunicated its bisho...
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A major Russian attack kills 20 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Russia hammered Kyiv in an 11-hour drone and missile attack overnight into Thursday morning, killing at least 20 civilians in the city and injuring scores more in what Moscow said was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oi...
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