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Peter Ballantyne, feds sign deal making PBCN Saskatchewan's first Indigenous employment training agreement holder
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation members looking for skills and employment training in Saskatchewan have a new resource closer to home.Band leadership and the federal Ministry of Jobs and Families signed an agreement in Prince Albert on Saturday, making PBCN the first Indigenous government in Saskatchewan to hold such an a...
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Not everyone is optimistic
Saskatchewan industries face tariff fallout as Canada protects supply management
Canada's focus on protecting Canadian farmers through supply management has exposed other industries, according to one professor, leaving them to bear the brunt of tariffs.University of Saskatchewan agricultural economist Stuart Smyth spoke on Aug. 24, just days after trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S. fail...
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Not everyone is optimistic
Saskatchewan industries face tariff fallout as Canada protects supply management
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Future Piece
Mustangs commit WHL drafted defenceman
"Not going to be fun."
Scott Moe says tariffs spark concerns about Saskatchewan industries
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Animals left to waste
Two moose shooting cases under investigation
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Not everyone is optimistic
Saskatchewan industries face tariff fallout as Canada protects supply management
Canada's focus on protecting Canadian farmers through supply management has exposed other industries, according to one professor, leaving them to bear the brunt of tariffs.University of Saskatchewan agricultural economist Stuart Smyth spoke on Aug. 24, just days after trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S. fail...
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Animals left to waste
Two moose shooting cases under investigation
NOTE: Images in this story may be disturbing to some.-Conservation officers are asking the public's help in solving two cases of moose being shot and left to waste. The most recent incident involved a bull moose being shot on private land northeast of Alvena. Officers attending the scene collected evidence and determin...
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Crime
Sandy Bay homicide suspect arrested in Pelican Narrows
A woman sought in connection to a homicide in Sandy Bay has been arrested.Chasity Charolette Rose Clarke was located in Pelican Narrows on Friday. She appeared Monday at Prince Albert Provincial Court and was remanded to Friday, Aug. 29 for a possible bail hearing.Clarke is facing a charge of manslaughter following the...
Aug 22, 2026
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Long process
Melfort landfill decommissioning nearing completion
A long project for the City of Melfort is nearing the finish line. The city's landfill decommissioning is close to completion. "The old landfill cell is in the final stages of decommissioning, with the contractor putting down the final layer of cover material over the exposed waste, in preparation for topsoil and ...
Aug 21, 2026
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Crime
No reasonable doubt as Tisdale human traffickers convicted: judge
Two men who were recently found guilty of human trafficking by a provincial court judge in a Saskatchewan-wide case that included the Little Town Restaurant in Tisdale, will be sentenced this fall. The restaurant owner, Mohammed Masum, was also found guilty of sexually assaulting the Bangladeshi victim on multiple occ...
Aug 21, 2026
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Charity Golf Tournament
Melfort RCMP golf tournament adds funds towards Dale Frier Memorial Rink
The Melfort RCMP held their annual charity golf tournament this past weekend to raise funds for a community project.In total, the tournament raised $5k for the Dale Frier Memorial Rink upgrades, being done by the Melfort Kinsmen."We just enjoy giving back to the community, and we try to pick something that we work...
Aug 21, 2026
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Saskatchewan
"Not going to be fun."
Scott Moe says tariffs spark concerns about Saskatchewan industries
After the imposition of punishing 50 per cent tariffs on many Canadian goods by the United States, Premier Scott Moe says it's unfortunate that talks between the two nations broke down.Moe spoke to reporters on Sunday at a celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6, saying the latest round of ...
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Riders now 6-and-4
Penalties, mistakes lead to 30-16 Riders loss to Lions
A number of miscues and costly penalties were something the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't shake in B.C. as they lost to the Lions on Sunday night.The 30-16 loss to the B.C. Lions (5-5) was Saskatchewan's second in a row, as they have now dropped to 6-4 on the season."I have to do a better job. This is two game...
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Trade War
Here is a list of the Canadian products hit by Trump's 50% tariffs
OTTAWA - The United States is imposing a 50 per cent tariff on a range of Canadian exports starting Saturday, after the two countries could not reach a new deal before a deadline imposed by President Donald Trump.Trump threatened the new tariffs in July to pressure Canada to move on a number of issues that were flagged...
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Treaty 6 150 anniversary
Governor General, Sask. Premier address crowd at Treaty 6 commemoration
It was a historic day at Fort Carlton on Sunday as a four-day commemoration of Treaty 6 concluded with speeches from a number of esteemed dignitaries, including Governor General of Canada Louise Arbour. "This is a great honour for me to be here on Treaty 6 territory on the traditional lands of the many Treaty 6 n...
Aug 24, 2026
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Bitter taste
U.S. tariffs leave Sask. honey producers in sticky situation
While most Saskatchewan producers dodged the effects of the latest round of tariffs, the province's honey industry is undoubtedly feeling the sting.On Saturday, the U.S. imposed 50 per cent tariffs on a range of Canadian exports after the two countries failed to reach a deal before the extended deadline.The tariffs app...
Aug 24, 2026
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Honoring treaty
Key points on the legacy of Treaty 6, first signed 150 years ago
DUCK LAKE - Treaty 6, primarily covering most of what's now central Alberta and central Saskatchewan, was signed 150 years ago by the Crown and First Nations chiefs.Festivities honouring the anniversary have been underway across the region, from celebratory pow wows in Edmonton to viewings of the original treaty parchm...
Aug 23, 2026
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Riders now 6-and-4
Penalties, mistakes lead to 30-16 Riders loss to Lions
A number of miscues and costly penalties were something the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't shake in B.C. as they lost to the Lions on Sunday night.The 30-16 loss to the B.C. Lions (5-5) was Saskatchewan's second in a row, as they have now dropped to 6-4 on the season."I have to do a better job. This is two game...
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University of Alberta Augustana Vikings
Dream come true: Mustangs Binner talks University commit
Melfort Mustangs forward Kaleb Binner announced his commitment to the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings last week.Binner has since spoken with northeastNOW and has said it's a dream come true to continue his hockey career at the post-secondary level."I honestly didn't know if this was gonna be a reality for ...
Aug 21, 2026
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Game weekend
Woods relishing first season with Riders ahead of B.C. return
A phone call with Corey Mace made it clear where Josh Woods wanted to play football in 2026.The linebacker spent five seasons with the B.C. Lions but elected to join the Saskatchewan Roughriders this off-season."Off that first phone call with Mace, I knew this was somewhere I wanted to be," Woods said. "...
Aug 21, 2026
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Charity Golf Tournament
Melfort RCMP golf tournament adds funds towards Dale Frier Memorial Rink
The Melfort RCMP held their annual charity golf tournament this past weekend to raise funds for a community project.In total, the tournament raised $5k for the Dale Frier Memorial Rink upgrades, being done by the Melfort Kinsmen."We just enjoy giving back to the community, and we try to pick something that we work...
Aug 21, 2026
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Quickly approaching
New GM, President leading MMHA into hockey season
Melfort Minor Hockey (MMHA) has some new faces in leadership positions as the hockey season approaches. Janine Keller is the new General Manager, replacing long-time GM Donna Dressler, who announced her resignation this spring after a three-decade run in the position. The new president in 2026-27 is Jeff Keller, who su...
Aug 20, 2026
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Two 20-year-olds
Broncos make pair of trades with Devon Xtreme
The Humboldt Broncos have made a pair of trades with the Devon Xtreme of the AJHL (Alberta Junior Hockey League).First, the Broncos acquired 2006-born defenceman Ryan Richardson in exchange for the rights to Jack Birch and a player development fee.Richardson has spent the past two seasons in Devon, where he produced tw...
Aug 20, 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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Saskatchewan industries face tariff fallout as Canada protects supply management
Canada's focus on protecting Canadian farmers through supply management has exposed other industries, according to one professor, leaving them to bear...
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USask Professor presented with national award
A nationally and internationally recognized leader in beef cattle management and forage production has been recognized with one of the Canadian beef i...
Aug 20, 2026
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Harvest moving slowly in Sask. as farmers hope for warmer weather
Harvest is moving slowly on farms across Saskatchewan, as producers hope for warm weather to help bring their crops to maturity.According to the lates...
Aug 20, 2026
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Canada
Traffic controller in critical condition after being struck by a plane in Montreal
MONTREAL - A traffic controller was reportedly struck by an aircraft that was backing up on a runway at Montreal's International Airport. He is now in a life-threatening condition at the hospital. Emergency services were reportedly called to the scene...
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LaSalle College obtains creditor protection after being fined $30 million
MONTREAL - LaSalle College has obtained creditor protection after the Quebec government fined the institution $30 million for having too many students in its English-language programs. The Quebec Superior Court granted the Montreal institution a ten-da...
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How Trump's tariffs are hitting Canadian goods
OTTAWA - The United States introduced new 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian exports on Saturday after trade talks failed to reach a deal. Those came after more than a year of various tariff moves from U.S. President Donald Trump. H...
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Gov. Gen. Arbour set to mark 9/11 anniversary in Gander, NL
OTTAWA - Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour is set to be in Gander, N.L., on Sept. 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Rideau Hall says the Governor General will also meet with a variety of provincial officials and Indigenous leaders during a fi...
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Two former B.C. Conservatives plan to form new party, steer clear of CentreBC
There are plans for a new party in the British Columbia legislature as politicians return this fall, with two MLAs who recently defected from the provincial Conservatives saying they want to provide an option for frustrated voters. Ian Paton, who has s...
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PM Carney unveils $11 billion in funding to make 6 icebreakers in Quebec
LÉVIS - The federal government will pour $11.3 billion into Quebec's shipbuilding industry to build six new icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday. Carney called it the "largest" shipbuilding contract in the...
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World
New evidence prompts trial delay for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Monday postponed a trial in the U.S. for a former Libyan intelligence official charged in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, citing the discovery of new evidence that defense attorneys want to examine in the nea...
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Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration Monday in a case over President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented before the fast-approaching midterm...
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Police find the body of Karen Solomon, who was sought in the killing of her police officer husband
A mental health advocate suspected of killing her police officer husband was found dead Monday, six days after she disappeared from her Massachusetts home, authorities said. Karen Solomon, an advocate who called for improvements and great...
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US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest ...
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A landslide at a landfill in the capital of Guinea kills 30 people, officials say
CONAKRY, Guinea (AP) - A mountainous heap of refuse collapsed at the largest landfill in Guinea 's capital of Conakry early on Sunday, killing 30 people, according to the central government. Authorities said that heavy rains, which starte...
Aug 23, 2026
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Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate
An out-of-control wildfire that jumped over fire trucks and made it difficult for crews to reach hot spots destroyed homes in northwest Reno, Nevada, on Sunday. Shifting winds challenged firefighters trying to bring it under control, and authorities ur...
Aug 23, 2026
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