Fear to flight
From farm life to freefall: Rosthern woman soars with SkyHawks skydiving team
When she is not helping save lives as a paramedic, Rosthern's Madeline Janzen is jumping out of airplanes with the Canadian Forces SkyHawks parachute team, encouraging young people to believe they can follow their own path. Cpl. Janzen, who grew up on a small farm near Rosthern, is part of the Canadian Army's parachute...
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Turnover luck
Riders roar to 38-7 victory over Hamilton Tiger-Cats in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence turned around its turnover luck and helped the team earn a 38-7 win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday night at Mosaic Stadium.The Riders' defence, which only had three total turnovers coming into the game, added four more to that total on Sunday. That included a turnover on do...
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Fix or flatten?
Residents weigh in on Melfort Water Tower options
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Fear to flight
From farm life to freefall: Rosthern woman soars with SkyHawks skydiving team
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Storm aftermath
SaskTel experiencing wireless service outage in northeast Sask.
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Northeast News
Fix or flatten?
Residents weigh in on Melfort Water Tower options
The City of Melfort has revealed the results of a public engagement survey regarding the future of the iconic water tower. The skyline-defining structure has been in Melfort for nearly 100 years, after it was purchased from the Prince Albert Penitentiary. Director of Community Services Rob Lok said the City wanted to s...
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Storm aftermath
SaskTel experiencing wireless service outage in northeast Sask.
Wireless SaskTel services are currently unavailable in several northeast communities.SaskTel said the outage is due to storm-related damage to local power infrastructure.Wireless services are unavailable in and around Marean Lake, Porcupine Plain, Greenwater, Weekes, Bertwell, Carrot River, and Pataigan. SaskTel said w...
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Watch the sky
Severe weather possible across the region Friday night
Some significant weather could be affecting local areas this evening. A Tornado Warning has been issued for communities including Wakaw, Bruno, Alvena, and more. "Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado," an alert from Environment and Climate C...
Jul 10, 2026
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Arrested on Thursday
Tisdale man facing drug, weapons charges
A man from Tisdale is facing a number of serious charges.On Thursday, officers with the Saskatchewan RCMP's Prince Albert Crime Reduction Team, Prince Albert Police Services' Crime Reduction Team, and Tisdale RCMP detachment executed a search warrant at a property in Tisdale on 102nd St. A search of the home and a vehi...
Jul 10, 2026
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Video uploaded
Youth arrested following vandalism at Nipawin golf course
Two teen girls who uploaded video of themselves ripping newly planted trees up and spray painting graffiti at the Evergreen Golf Course in Nipawin have been charged. The offences occurred earlier this week.The girls uploaded the video to Tik Tok and it was then shared to Facebook. Now, RMCP said the teens have been a...
Jul 10, 2026
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Charged with murder
Cody Chubey trial to resume in October in Melfort
The Cody Chubey murder trial in Melfort will resume this coming October. The defense had asked for an adjournment at Chubey's trial at Court of King's Bench last month for 'mental element', and it was granted. The Crown, defense, and Justice Sean Sinclair held a conference call to iron out the details of the trial's re...
Jul 10, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Fear to flight
From farm life to freefall: Rosthern woman soars with SkyHawks skydiving team
When she is not helping save lives as a paramedic, Rosthern's Madeline Janzen is jumping out of airplanes with the Canadian Forces SkyHawks parachute team, encouraging young people to believe they can follow their own path. Cpl. Janzen, who grew up on a small farm near Rosthern, is part of the Canadian Army's parachute...
54m ago
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Turnover luck
Riders roar to 38-7 victory over Hamilton Tiger-Cats in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence turned around its turnover luck and helped the team earn a 38-7 win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday night at Mosaic Stadium.The Riders' defence, which only had three total turnovers coming into the game, added four more to that total on Sunday. That included a turnover on do...
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See the tutors for the last time
Snowbirds to make passes over Saskatoon on Tuesday before team is grounded
If you're willing to travel to Saskatoon, fans of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds may have another chance to see the iconic red and white jets before the team is grounded.Brian Swidrovich, an organizer for the Canada Remembers Air Show and an honorary Snowbird for his work in support of the team, said he made a request f...
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RCMP investigating
UPDATE: Missing woman found safe as RCMP continue search for charged man
Update: July 13, 12:45 p.m. RCMP continue to ask the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of Kevin Ross Watt. The woman he allegedly abducted has been located safe. This story was updated to remove the photo and name of the woman, as suggested by RCMP. --Update: July 13, 11:35 a.m. Saskatchewan...
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Storm aftermath
Power outages, storm damage stretch across northern Saskatchewan
A series of wild summer storms left devastation in their paths from the far west side of the province near Onion Lake, to the northeast by Kinistino and Carrot River. By Sunday morning, power had been restored to a majority of customers in north central Saskatchewan including Prince Albert, La Ronge, Candle Lake and su...
Jul 12, 2026
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Battlefords RCMP investigate fatal Highway 40 motorcycle crash
A 62-year-old man has died following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 40 near Battleford Saturday night.Battlefords RCMP received a report of the crash around 5:15 p.m.Investigation determined two motorcycles collided. EMS and local fire attended the scene. One rider was declared deceased en route to hospital. He has...
Jul 12, 2026
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Local Sports
Remaining a Mustang
Mustangs Eisner now committed to Western University
Ripley Ford Melfort Mustangs defenceman Bo Eisner is now committed to Western University for the 2026/27 season.The graduating Stang was previously committed to the Carleton University Ravens, but will now remain a Mustang, this time, a Western Mustang, in London, Ont.A 21-year-old native of Swan River, Man., Eisner sp...
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Game Day
Riders, Ti-Cats set to battle at Mosaic Stadium in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-1) will look to get a win tonight over a Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-2) team that will be without one of its top stars.Hamilton quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell suffered a serious ankle injury in last week's CFL action, possibly ending his CFL season. With the Riders meeting the Ti-Cats in the fi...
Jul 12, 2026
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Princeton Posse
Broncos acquire KIJHL goalie
The Humboldt Broncos have added a goaltender to their roster via a trade.The Broncos have acquired Gibson Horne from the Princeton Posse of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL), soon to be the British Columbia Hockey Conference (BCHC).Horne, a 2006-born, Lac-des-Arcs, Alta. native, spent the past two...
Jul 10, 2026
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Sunday Kickoff
Riders return to practice to prepare for Ti-Cats showdown
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are now preparing for a Hamilton Tiger-Cats team that will be without one of the top quarterbacks in the CFL.Hamilton star quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell suffered a serious ankle injury in the team's loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The 36 year old underwent successful surgery for the injur...
Jul 09, 2026
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One retiring the other chasing history
Former Hawks reflect on SPHL Championship
A pair of former Nipawin Hawks have been spending the summer as defending champions.Forward Jordan Simoneau and goaltender Kristian Stead are coming off an SPHL title with the Evansville Thunderbolts."It was a pretty crazy year, and it was super exciting how we were able to close out the championship. The playoffs...
Jul 08, 2026
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Surfing celebration
Former Roughrider Charleston Hughes to be inducted into Canadian Football Hall of Fame
Charleston Hughes, a former star for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, will be inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame this fall.Hughes, a six-time CFL all-star, led the league in sacks over five seasons - two with the Riders - and won Grey Cups with the Calgary Stampeders in 2008 and 2014."Let's go!" Hu...
Jul 08, 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
Respected soil scientist to receive prestigious award
Rigas Karamanos is the 2025 recipient of the Les Henry Award, recognizing his contributions to research, teaching and extension in soil fertility and ...
Jul 10, 2026
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New initiative to support the next generation of ag leaders
Canada's Young Farmers program launched to connect producers across the country Farm Management Canada launched Canada's Young Farmers at its annual g...
Jul 10, 2026
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Artificial intelligence and remote sensing for climate-smart agricultur
A Toronto-based technology company will lead a three-year project to develop innovative AI-driven solutions for crop health monitoring and yield forec...
Jul 10, 2026
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Canada
Chief says assembly will tackle effect of major projects push on First Nations rights
OTTAWA - Major projects and a coming meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premiers will be the main focus of the Assembly of First Nations annual general assembly this week, National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak said Monday. The AFN gatheri...
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Former Nova Scotia premier John Hamm dead at age 88
HALIFAX - John Hamm, the small-town doctor who went on to become the 25th premier of Nova Scotia, is being remembered for his soft-spoken but direct approach to politics that helped reshape the province's economy. A family doctor for 30 years before e...
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Call to review Tatyanna Harrison death investigation after cause ruled undetermined
VANCOUVER - The family of Tatyanna Harrison and advocacy groups including the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs are calling for a comprehensive review of the investigation into her death four years ago, as they renew calls to reopen the case. It ...
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Former Manitoba MP charged with gun offences, 439 firearms and antique cannon seized
WINNIPEG - A former long-serving Manitoba member of Parliament faces multiple gun charges after police raided his home and seized 439 firearms - and a cannon. Inky Mark faces a dozen Criminal Code charges, including firearms trafficking, after the raid...
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Ottawa city councillors fuming as unannounced fireworks show follows Canada Day storm
OTTAWA - The City of Ottawa's emergency manager apologized Monday after an unannounced late-night fireworks show rocked parts of the city last week. Federal and municipal agencies say they are now trying to sort out who allowed the blasts to take place...
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Quebec announces plan to train more aerospace workers to meet expected demand
MIRABEL - Quebec's economy minister announced plans to establish a second aerospace engineering campus in the Montreal area as part of a series of initiatives to train more workers in the sector. Bernard Drainville revealed the plans north of Montreal ...
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World
Who is Darline Graham Nordone, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Darline Graham Nordone, who was appointed to serve the remaining months of the Senate term that her late brother, Lindsey Graham, left behind when he died over the weekend, hasn't been in office before. But through...
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Minnesota prosecutors obtain long withheld evidence in investigation into protest shooting deaths
Minnesota prosecutors announced Monday that they have obtained key evidence in their ongoing investigations into fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during pitched protests against a federal immigration enforcement crackdown in the state earl...
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EU rallies dozens of nations to pledge $1 billion for recovery fund in Gaza
BRUSSELS (AP) - The European Union coordinated efforts to raise 900 million euros ($1 billion) in aid for Gaza, working with 65 governments and organizations including the White House and the United Nations, the bloc's top diplomat said Monday. ...
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ICE shot and killed a motorist in Maine. Advocates say he's a 26-year-old from Colombia
BIDDEFORD, Maine (AP) - A federal immigration officer fatally shot a motorist in Maine on Monday, the second time in a week that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have used deadly force and at least the ninth time since President Donald T...
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Ukraine and 9 other countries announce a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles
PARIS (AP) - Ukraine and nine other countries announced Monday they were forming a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles, utilizing Kyiv's experience in fighting Russia's full-scale invasion for over four years. "Our goal is...
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Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as her late brother's temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announce...
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