TOP CHEFS
P.A. firefighters show off their best cooking skills and win big
Once again, Prince Albert can boast about having the best firefighting cooks in Saskatchewan.Members of the local firefighting department participated in the Fire in the Kitchen Cookoff in Saskatoon and took home the top prize.This was the fourth straight year the crew has won the cookoff with teams from Moose Jaw, Sas...
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Politics
Trudeau acknowledges charges in Nijjar killing, calls for commitment to democracy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the charges laid Friday in relation to the murder of B.C. Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Speaking Saturday at a Sikh Foundation of Canada gala at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Trudeau said Canadians have a fundamental right to live safely, free from discriminati...
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TOP CHEFS
P.A. firefighters show off their best cooking skills and win big
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Helping Hand
P.A. Food Bank receives record-breaking $25K donation
Special day
Elderly lovebirds tie the knot during ceremony in Rosthern
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RED DRESS DAY
'More that needs to be done': P.A. to mark Red Dress Day with solemn ceremony
May 04, 2024
Prince Albert
TOP CHEFS
P.A. firefighters show off their best cooking skills and win big
Once again, Prince Albert can boast about having the best firefighting cooks in Saskatchewan.Members of the local firefighting department participated in the Fire in the Kitchen Cookoff in Saskatoon and took home the top prize.This was the fourth straight year the crew has won the cookoff with teams from Moose Jaw, Sas...
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Special day
Elderly lovebirds tie the knot during ceremony in Rosthern
Family members and friends gathered at the Henry W. Friesen Chapel inside the Pineview Manor in Rosthern on Saturday to witness two of the home's residents get hitched. Ulrich Richter, 90, and Susan Neufeld, 82, became the town's newest couple, tying the knot after less than a year of knowing each other. "We liked...
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Crime
Man arrested in connection to homicide investigation in Prince Albert
The Prince Albert Police Service is investigating a homicide. On Saturday, just before 2p.m., officers attended to a residence in the Unit Block of 28th St. W. for a family dispute with violence.On arrival officers located a deceased female and arrested a 29-year-old man for murder. Yellow police tape blocks off a stai...
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RED DRESS DAY
'More that needs to be done': P.A. to mark Red Dress Day with solemn ceremony
For more than two decades, Canadians have been coming together to remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. On Sunday, during Red Dress Day, community members and special guests will carry on that tradition in Prince Albert. The event will run from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sisters In Spirit monument on ...
May 04, 2024
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Court proceedings
Four people charged in connection to cocaine trafficking bust at Sandy Bay
Cocaine, guns and trafficking paraphernalia, were all found by police after searching a home in Sandy Bay.The search warrant was executed Thursday night and was the result of a continuing drug trafficking investigation by the RCMP.Sixteen grams of crack-cocaine were found divided into small packages.Four individuals we...
May 03, 2024
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Police see escalating violence daily
Sask police officers facing escalating assaults, violence
When RCMP officers in La Ronge pulled over a vehicle on the afternoon of June 19, 2022, they did so because it was speeding. The car was an unremarkable older four-door sedan that turned into a nearby residential driveway after the officers turned on their lights and activated sirens. Watchguard video from the cruiser ...
May 03, 2024
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Saskatchewan
Crime
RCMP Major Crimes charge Naicam man with second degree murder
Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes has charged a 57-year-old Naicam man following reports of a serious assault that happened in the community on Thursday. Melfort RCMP responded to the call at around 4:30 p.m. which happened at a residence on 3rd Ave. N. Upon arrival, officers found an injured male who was later pronounced...
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Riders
Tributes to Jim Hopson given by friends and family at Celebration of Life
Hundreds arrived dressed in their very best Roughrider green for Jim Hopson's Celebration of Life.Many fans dressed in Hopson's #52 jersey, as they entered through the doors of the Conexus Art Centre on Friday.Hopson helped transform the Saskatchewan Roughriders into a flagship franchise of Canadian football as the tea...
May 04, 2024
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legal agreements
Sask. legal aid lawyers and staff receive new contract
A new agreement announced by CUPE 1949 and Saskatchewan Legal Aid Commission is being described as progressive and precedent-setting for employees delivering services to some of the province's most vulnerable people. "As staff at Legal Aid, we know first-hand how important the work we do is in supporting and secur...
May 04, 2024
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FIRST NATIONS POLICING
New funding announced for study to look at Indigenous policing for the PAGC
The reality of Indigenous-led policing in northern Saskatchewan took another big step. On Friday, the provincial and federal governments and Grand Chief Brian Hardlotte of the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC), announced an investment of more than $1.4 million toward a study for implementing an Indigenous-led police s...
May 03, 2024
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NOT GOING ANYWHERE
Farm Credit Canada denies rumours its head office is moving out of Sask.
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) says it is not relocating its head office from Regina to Quebec.FCC is Canada's largest farm lender and has operated out of Saskatchewan for around 60 years.In a news release Thursday, the Saskatchewan United Party said the organization is planning to relocate its headquarters."Multiple hi...
May 03, 2024
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orano
Province takes control of former Cluff Lake mine site
The provincial government has released Orano Canada Inc. from decommissioning approvals and its associated surface lease on the Cluff Lake Project's mine.That follows the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission's (CNSC) Record of Decision on May 11, 2023, to revoke the mine and mill operating licence. With the recent accept...
May 02, 2024
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Riders
Tributes to Jim Hopson given by friends and family at Celebration of Life
Hundreds arrived dressed in their very best Roughrider green for Jim Hopson's Celebration of Life.Many fans dressed in Hopson's #52 jersey, as they entered through the doors of the Conexus Art Centre on Friday.Hopson helped transform the Saskatchewan Roughriders into a flagship franchise of Canadian football as the tea...
May 04, 2024
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Wrasslin'
High flyer and thrill seeker returns to Sask.
Hanging high above the ring, a man nicknamed "crazy mo fo" brought a Prince Albert audience to its feet when he dropped over 10 feet to the ring and delivered a leg drop to his fallen opponent.CAM!!ikaze is among the featured wrestlers when Canadian Wrestling's Elite (CWE) Point to Prove tour swings through C...
May 04, 2024
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P.A. Pride
Friedt-Mohr, Cox brothers celebrate championship with Mustangs
The 2024 SJHL champion Melfort Mustangs roster has strong connections to the Prince Albert area.First is Chase Friedt-Mohr, named MVP of the SJHL Playoffs after the Mustangs knocked off the Flin Flon Bombers Tuesday to claim the league title."We had a very special group right from the start this year...very glad w...
May 03, 2024
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ENSHRINED IN HISTORY
Chad Owens, SJ Green and Weston Dressler highlight '24 Hall of Fame class
A career that started on the practice roster has earned Chad Owens a spot in the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.The electrifying returner/receiver topped a stellar 2024 class announced Friday. Also named were players S.J. Green, Weston Dressler, Marvin Coleman and Vince Goldsmith with former CFL coach Ray Jauch and ama...
May 03, 2024
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Making a splash
P.A. Pikes sees numbers nearly double during 2023/24 season
The Prince Albert Pikes Artistic Swimming Club wrapped up another year in the pool last weekend, closing out a season full of highlights and memories with their annual year-end Watershow and fun swim. Among the many successful moments for the club this season was seeing nearly double the enrollment from a year ago, gro...
May 02, 2024
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Golden girl
'Super special': P.A.'s Zablocki reflects on Esso Cup win, reveals plans for next season
A gold medal at the Esso Cup was an impressive ending to an impressive hockey season for Prince Albert's Stryker Zablocki.The 17-year-old forward won gold at the tournament with the Regina Rebels as they beat Ontario's North York Storm 2-1 in the final on Saturday in Vernon, BC."It's amazing...all the adversity we...
May 02, 2024
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PA Profiles
SIGA
SIGA and Northern Lights Casino main sponsors of the 31st PAGC Fine Arts Festival
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) Vice President of Corporate Affairs Pat Cook has attended the PAGC Fine Arts Festival several times over the course of her career and every time is blown away by the talent demonstrated by the youth. "There is so much talent in the North, and seeing the artwork and dance...
Apr 25, 2024
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skin care +
LUXE22 Clinic : Elevating Beauty with Expert Treatments
LUXE22 Laser & Medical Aesthetics Clinic Inc. strives to provide clients with LUXE level treatments that yield results. Owner and operator Crystal Otto is passionate about making clients feel at ease discussing aesthetic concerns. She emphasizes the importance of a consultation that's provided at no charge. "I...
Apr 23, 2024
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Unlocking success in real estate with Glenn Zdrill
With a career steeped in years of retail triumphs, Glenn Zdrill brought a unique perspective to the real estate landscape when he joined the industry over a year ago. But his success story isn't just about navigating the intricacies of retail; it's about leveraging that experience to redefine the real estate industry's...
Apr 17, 2024
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Anderson Motors: Driving towards a bright future
Around Anderson Motors in Prince Albert, shuttle driver Gay Horrocks is known as 'a real ball of fire.'She is full of energy, has a contagious laugh and approaches each day with enthusiasm. "Everybody who works here is truly happy because you're treated like family. I just love my job." she said. Maintaining ...
Apr 17, 2024
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Investing
Cole Kachur: Transforming Wealth Management with Exceptional Results
Warren Buffet - perhaps the greatest investor of all time - once said:Intensity is the price of excellence.Cole Kachur agrees; you can't become an expert at something without devoting great time to it. That's why Cole and his team at Kachur Wealth Management Group are so intense about following a systemic process that ...
Mar 11, 2024
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SIGA
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority values its staff
For Zane Hansen, who comes from the Waterhen Lake First Nation in northwestern Saskatchewan, there's a guiding principle he follows as president and CEO of the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). That principle, he says, is pimâcihowin, or making a living."It's really finding one's belonging and the...
Mar 11, 2024
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Canada
As Ottawa replaces watchdog for firms operating abroad, advocates urge full reform
OTTAWA - Advocates are calling on Ottawa to profoundly change the powers of the watchdog who monitors Canadian corporations operating abroad, as the Liberals review how a new ombudsman should take on the job. The Trudeau government replaced a monitor for the mining sector five years ago with what it called the Canadian...
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B.C. man wants homes for thousands of books he soon won't be able to read
VANCOUVER - In the 10 years since John William started to lose his vision, he's been finding new ways to enjoy his vast personal library. Right now, that involves glasses and a magnifying glass with bright lights illuminating the pages. But he says it's time to say goodbye to much of his collection, about 3,500 books...
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Poilievre tight-lipped on what Conservatives might do with capital gains tax changes
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is telling business leaders to fight their own battles when it comes to the Liberals' proposed changes to capital gains taxation. But even as he characterizes their plan as an "attack," his office is keeping tight-lipped about whether or not his party will vote in...
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Macklem tries to stay out of the fray as MPs do their best to use him to score points
OTTAWA - Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem navigates a political minefield every time he testifies before the House of Commons finance committee. Four times a year, members of Parliament get the chance to question the governor on monetary policy. At a time when inflation and interest rates are both high, MPs - par...
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Politics
Trudeau acknowledges charges in Nijjar killing, calls for commitment to democracy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the charges laid Friday in relation to the murder of B.C. Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Speaking Saturday at a Sikh Foundation of Canada gala at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Trudeau said Canadians have a fundamental right to live safely, free from discriminati...
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Trudeau acknowledges charges in Nijjar killing, calls for commitment to democracy
TORONTO - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the charges laid Friday in relation to the murder of B.C. Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Speaking Saturday at a Sikh Foundation of Canada gala at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Trudeau said Canadians have a fundamental right to live safely, free from d...
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World
Russo-Ukrainian War
Drone footage shows Ukrainian village battered to ruins as residents flee Russian advance
The Ukrainian village of Ocheretyne has been battered by fighting, drone footage obtained overnight by The Associated Press shows. The village has been a target for Russian forces in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine.Russian troops have been advancing in the area, pounding Kyiv's depleted, ammunition-deprived force...
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Snakes almost on a plane: TSA discovers a bag with small snakes in passenger's pants
MIAMI (AP) - Airport security officers in Miami found a slithering surprise last week - a bag of snakes hidden in a passenger's pants. According to an X post by the Transportation Security Administration, officers at the Miami International Airport found the small bag of snakes hidden in a passenger's trousers on April...
May 04, 2024
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Mexican officials say 3 bodies recovered in Baja California during search for 3 missing foreigners
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexican authorities said Friday that three bodies were recovered in an area of Baja California near where two Australians and an American went missing last weekend. The state prosecutors office did not say whether the bodies were those of the three foreigners, but said the bodies were discovered duri...
May 04, 2024
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The Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons in charge and 1st-round playoff exit
LOS ANGELES (AP) - The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham on Friday after just two seasons in charge. The Lakers announced on social media that they were dismissing Ham four days after their season ended with a first-round playoff loss to Denver in five games. Ham led Los Angeles to the Western Conference finals...
May 03, 2024
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New Hampshire jury finds state liable for abuse at youth detention center and awards victim $38M
BRENTWOOD, N.H. (AP) - A New Hampshire jury awarded $38 million to the man who blew the lid off abuse allegations at the state's youth detention center Friday, in a landmark case finding the state's negligence allowed him to be beaten, raped and held in solitary confinement as a teen. David Meehan went to police in 201...
May 03, 2024
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US Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas denies wrongdoing amid reports of pending indictment
WASHINGTON (AP) - Democratic U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas denied any wrongdoing amid reports of pending indictments related to the former Soviet republic of Azerbaijan. The longtime congressman released a statement Friday saying he and his wife "are innocent of these allegations." "Everything I have ...
May 03, 2024
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