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Prince Albert

Home Sweet Home
P.A. Predators win bid to host MacDonald Cup Western Championships
The Prince Albert Predators will head back to the MacDonald Cup later this summer to defend their Western Canadian Championship only this time, they won't have to travel anywhere.On Sunday, it was announced that the Jr. B lacrosse club was awarded hosting rights for the tournament, which will be played at the Art Hause...
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City business
Two hotels and a tax bylaw; city council has full Monday agenda
Prince Albert city council will have a full slate of decisions in front them during their regular meeting on Monday. Decisions on two hotels with construction set for this year, plus the 2026 property tax bylaws are among the items on the agenda. A news release issued by the city said that in order to meet their plan...
Apr 18, 2026
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Provincial politics
NDP unveil 'made in Saskatchewan' power plan
Standing outside Prince Albert City Hall, Sally Housser stated the NDP's Grid and Growth Plan is a practical, made in Saskatchewan approach to lowering power bills, creating good jobs and building a stronger, more self-reliant electricity system for Prince Albert and for Saskatchewan.The Shadow Minister or Energy and R...
Apr 17, 2026
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Court
Man charged with child sex abuse, flees to Paris, Ukraine: court
Roughly eight months after being charged with possession of child sex abuse materials and while out a bail, a man fled the country to fight in the Ukraine war and had a goal of being killed.Those details were shared Friday afternoon at Prince Albert Provincial Court, where 60-year-old Wade Chitrena received a six-month...
Apr 17, 2026
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ERT deployed
Wanted man arrested following raid at West Flat home
The Prince Albert Police Service have charged two men following an investigation involving firearms at a residence on the city's west side.In March 2026, members of the Criminal Reduction Team (CRT) identified that Jefferson Jobb, 35, was residing at a home in the 1600 block of 13th Street West. Jobb is known to police...
Apr 17, 2026
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Change of command
New warden at Sask. Penitentiary in Prince Albert
A changing of the guard has occurred at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.Pattie Krafchuk is leaving and new Warden Kevin Fowler has taken her place. "Pattie and Kevin have demonstrated a sustained commitment to safety and service, consistent with long-standing tradition that distinguishes the managers and staff of this ...
Apr 17, 2026
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Saskatchewan

Province introduces amendments to increase powers for Sask. medical regulatory organization
The Government of Saskatchewan is trying to make changes to a provincial piece of legislation in order to "protect Saskatchewan patients."Amendments to The Medical Profession Act - "an act respecting the medical profession," according to the province's website - were introduced by Saskatchewan Healt...
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Missing 82-year old Alberta senior found dead near Kindersley
A woman who was previously reported missing in Alberta has been found deceased in Saskatchewan.Diane Cooper, 82, was from Calgary and had been missing since April 6.On Sun, April 19, Consort RCMP in Alberta reported Cooper had been found by RCMP in the RM of Grandview near Kindersley, Sask. on April 18 around 7:40 p.m....
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onto the playoffs
Haley's OT winner lifts slumping Saskatchewan Rush in regular season finale over Toronto
At just 24 years old, Brock Haley has become a fearsome weapon for the Saskatchewan Rush in his second season on a National Lacrosse League (NLL) floor.On Saturday night, he delivered the biggest goal of the season for the Rush with a distance shot, which secured a 10-9 overtime win against the Toronto Rock."Hones...
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Celebration
First Nations University of Canada marks 50 years with annual spring powwow
There is a moment just before the first drumbeat when everything feels suspended.The arena is quiet, the air is expectant, and then - like a heartbeat shared by thousands - the drum begins to call people in.That call will echo through the Brandt Centre in Regina on Saturday and Sunday as the First Nations University of...
Apr 18, 2026
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Wildfires
Wadin Bay community heroes reflect on past fire season
As the snow begins to melt and temperatures warm on the prairies, many are now looking to this upcoming fire season.Lake life on the prairies last year was filled with fire bans, evacuations and extreme wildfires.Twenty-two people in the community of Wadin Bay - a resort community on the shores of Lac La Ronge approxim...
Apr 18, 2026
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Provincial politics
NDP unveil 'made in Saskatchewan' power plan
Standing outside Prince Albert City Hall, Sally Housser stated the NDP's Grid and Growth Plan is a practical, made in Saskatchewan approach to lowering power bills, creating good jobs and building a stronger, more self-reliant electricity system for Prince Albert and for Saskatchewan.The Shadow Minister or Energy and R...
Apr 17, 2026
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Local Sports

Home Sweet Home
P.A. Predators win bid to host MacDonald Cup Western Championships
The Prince Albert Predators will head back to the MacDonald Cup later this summer to defend their Western Canadian Championship only this time, they won't have to travel anywhere.On Sunday, it was announced that the Jr. B lacrosse club was awarded hosting rights for the tournament, which will be played at the Art Hause...
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Senior Hockey
'Heartbreaking': Willow Cree Chiefs application to rejoin TRHL rejected for second time
The Willow Cree Chiefs will have to find a new league to play in for the next hockey season. The club, based in Beardy's & Okemasis' Cree Nation near Duck Lake, had their most recent application to re-enter the Twin Rivers Hockey League (TRHL) rejected this past week after their first bid was denied last spring. Ch...
Apr 17, 2026
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Football season beginning
Spring football registration open for PAMFA
It may not seem like it with the fresh snow that has hit the ground, but the spring football season is just around the corner. Prince Albert Minor Football has their registration for their spring programs open with their first practice scheduled for April 27. President of the Prince Albert Minor Football Association (P...
Apr 17, 2026
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Rider moves
Riders release Ajou Ajou after slotback violated CFL's gender-based violence and harassment policy
Ajou Ajou has been released by the Saskatchewan Roughriders after a suspension from the CFL.The league announced the slotback was suspended for both preseason contests and a minimum of six regular-season games after violating the league's gender-based violence and harassment policy. Shortly after the announcement, the ...
Apr 16, 2026
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Raiders win series 4-0
Raiders sweep Blades out of second round, move on to face Tigers
For the ninth time in WHL history, the Prince Albert Raiders had met their arch rival Saskatoon Blades in the second round. The Raiders only allowed one goal in the first three games to take a commanding 3-0 series lead, setting up an elimination Game 4 on Wednesday night.The Raiders came out of the gates early with so...
Apr 16, 2026
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Junior Lacrosse
Season schedule released as Preds gear up to defend PGLL, Western title for another year
The targets on the Prince Albert Predators' backs couldn't be bigger as a new season kicks off in less than a month. The club is preparing to defend their Prairie Gold Lacrosse League (PGLL) championship for the fourth consecutive season, as well as their back-to-back Western Canadian MacDonald Cup championships. The P...
Apr 15, 2026
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PA Profiles

Celebrates A Decade Of Learning
Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee
The Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026, bringing together 256 First Nations students from across the province for a day of learning, confidence‑building, and cultural pride. Held at Tommy Douglas Collegiate in Saskatoon, the event welcomed youths between the ages of 6 and ...
Mar 25, 2026
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Made in Saskatchewan
Find My Plus One: The Canadian App for Getting Out and Living Your Best Life
Saskatchewan is packed with things to do, but let's be honest, sometimes the hardest part isn't finding the event. It's finding someone to go with. That's true whether you're in Prince Albert, Prince George, or Prince Edward Island.That problem is exactly what Prince Albert social worker and lifelong community advocate...
Mar 09, 2026
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A trusted name
GL Mobile Communications - Connecting Prince Albert for Over 30 Years
For more than three decades, GL Mobile Communications has been a trusted name in Prince Albert, proudly serving customers across Saskatchewan with reliable wireless and communication solutions. As a full-service dealer for SaskTel, GL Mobile offers expert advice, competitive plans, and personalized service you won't fi...
Mar 04, 2026
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SIGA named a 2026 Saskatchewan Top Employer
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud, for a third consecutive year, to be named a Saskatchewan Top Employer by Canada's Top 100 Employers. Now in its 21st year, Saskatchewan's Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places t...
Mar 02, 2026
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Bring the outdoors inside
Lakeland Log and Timber - Where Log Becomes Legacy
There's a moment many people dream about: morning light filtering through tall pines, the quiet ripple of water nearby, the warmth of natural wood surrounding you as you sip your coffee. It's not just a house-it's a feeling. A connection to nature. A place that slows life down while standing strong for generations. At ...
Feb 02, 2026
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Freedom and Flexibility
How App-Based Work Creates Economic Opportunity
In today's busy world, where schedules shift and responsibilities change in an instant, many people in Saskatchewan are turning to flexible app-based work as an accessible way to earn extra income - when, where, and how they want. App-based work offered through local commerce platforms like DoorDash creates new opportu...
Dec 12, 2025
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Canada

In the news today: Gas tax pause, Canada Post voting begins, Mary Simon visits UN
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Federal pause on gasoline, diesel tax takes effect today, after Iran fuel price spike Ottawa's temporary suspension of some fuel taxes kicks in today, with Canadi...
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Water levels on Ottawa River expected to peak as spring flood concerns grow
GATINEAU - Dozens of homes and streets are at risk of flooding as water levels on the Ottawa River are predicted to rise this morning by roughly 30 centimetres. Emergency officials in Gatineau, Que., have said 164 homes are at risk of flooding and 41 s...
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Federal pause on gasoline, diesel tax takes effect today, after Iran fuel price spike
OTTAWA - Ottawa's temporary suspension of some fuel taxes kicks in today, with Canadians likely to save 10 cents per litre on regular gasoline, and four cents on a litre of diesel. Prime Minister Mark Carney had announced last week a pause on those fue...
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Gov. Gen. Mary Simon at United Nations to talk Indigenous rights
OTTAWA - Gov. Gen. Mary Simon and other Indigenous leaders are heading to the United Nations on Monday to stress the importance of its Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. The forum comes as the use of the declaration in Canada has come und...
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N.B. Premier Susan Holt to meet with Mark Carney and his ministers this week
OTTAWA - New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt will be in Ottawa today to discuss the economy, defence and major projects with Prime Minister Mark Carney and his ministers. Holt says she also plans to press for federal partnership on health-care funding, e...
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Postal workers start voting on 5-year contract, strike mandate after labour strife
OTTAWA - Canada Post workers start voting today on a five-year contract agreement that follows labour strife and their union leader urging they reject the deal. The 55,000 employees represented by Canadian Union of Postal Workers can vote starting toda...
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World

Powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan, tsunami alert issued
TOKYO (AP) - A powerful earthquake struck off the northern Japanese coast, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami alert in the region. The quake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 occurred off the coast of Sanriku in...
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Doubts over talks between Iran and US after violence flares in Strait of Hormuz
ISLAMABAD (AP) - Pakistan moved ahead Monday with preparations for a new round of talks between the United States and Iran days before a tenuous ceasefire is set to expire, even as renewed conflict around the Strait of Hormuz raised questions about whe...
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The center-left coalition of former President Radev will win Bulgaria election, exit poll suggests
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) - A center-left coalition led by ex-President Rumen Radev will win Bulgaria 's parliamentary election, an exit poll suggested Sunday, though the list might not garner enough votes to rule alone, which could prolong a years-long pol...
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Man kills 7 of his children plus another child in shooting in Louisiana neighborhood
SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) - A Louisiana father fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in an attack on his family Sunday morning that stretched across two houses in a Shreveport neighborhood left shaken by one of the nation's deadliest mass...
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UK police investigating if arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies
LONDON (AP) - U.K. police said Sunday they are investigating whether a string of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies, as the country's chief rabbi said British Jews are facing a campaign of violence and intimidation....
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North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Sunday, its neighbors said, days after the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog warned that North Korea was making "very serious" advances in efforts to build n...
Apr 19, 2026
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