Responding to a growing need
USask bringing industrial arts teacher training program to Prince Albert
The University of Saskatchewan is expanding industrial arts training for teachers in Prince Albert, aiming to help schools better prepare students for careers in the skilled trades and other hands-on professions.The College of Education announced this week it will offer its Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts in ...
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bear attack
Father of 2020 Saskatchewan bear attack victim 'heartbroken' over latest fatal encounter
The father of a woman who died in a bear attack in 2020 says his heart goes out to the family and friends of the 27-year-old man who died in a bear encounter northeast of Points North Landing last Friday.According to a news release issued by Uranium X Discovery Corporation, the 27-year-old man mauled and killed by the ...
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Silvertips lead series 3-1
Raiders comeback disallowed twice in Game 4 loss
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Ram Monsters and Mayhem
Monster trucks roar back to Prince Albert after decades-long absence
Mines and Minerals
Alumina project ready for next steps, says CEO
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Laughter for a cause: Bear Grease returns to Prince Albert
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Prince Albert
Silvertips lead series 3-1
Raiders comeback disallowed twice in Game 4 loss
The Prince Albert Raiders had lost the last two games after opening the series with a win on the road, and they had a chance to bounce back and tie the series at 2-2. Instead, the Everett Silvertips got out to a lead, and a controversial decision from the officiating crew took the Raiders' tying goal away, and the Silv...
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Responding to a growing need
USask bringing industrial arts teacher training program to Prince Albert
The University of Saskatchewan is expanding industrial arts training for teachers in Prince Albert, aiming to help schools better prepare students for careers in the skilled trades and other hands-on professions.The College of Education announced this week it will offer its Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts in ...
13h ago
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Redden reflects on 2019 run
Former Raiders play-by-play voice enjoying being a fan during playoff run
It's been seven years since the Prince Albert Raiders have made it to the WHL Finals, and the current 2026 run is capturing a lot of that magic from the 2019 run. For former play-by-play voice of the Raiders Trevor Redden, who still calls Prince Albert home, he has been enjoying experiencing the atmosphere of the Art H...
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Charges laid
Police arrest driver of stolen car at gas station
A 40-year-old man is in police custody after an incident at a gas station in the 2700 block of 15th Avenue East early Wednesday morning. Prince Albert police attempted to stop the vehicle at 3:30 a.m. because officers suspected the driver had outstanding warrants. Officers activated their emergency lights, but the driv...
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Child exploitation charges
Prince Albert man charged with possession of child sex abuse material
The provincial Internet Child Exploitation unit (ICE) has charged a man from Prince Albert for possessing child sexual abuse material. Following a search of a home in Prince Albert, officers also searched and seized electronic devices. Matthew Olaf Philip Olson, 36, was arrested and made his first court appearance Tu...
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Silvertips lead series 2-1
Silvertips take Game 3 to start Prince Albert home stand
After the Prince Albert Raiders returned home with a split from the first two games of the WHL Finals in Everett over the weekend, confidence and expectations were high in heading into Game 3 against the Silvertips. Even without Daxon Rudolph in the lineup due to a suspension, the teams traded the lead back and forth, ...
May 13, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Mines and Minerals
Alumina project ready for next steps, says CEO
A massive alumina discovery in northeastern Saskatchewan could eventually lead to aluminum smelting in Tisdale, according to the CEO of Canadian Energy Metals (CEM) - but only if the province can supply enough power.Speaking at a Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce luncheon Wednesday, Chris Hopkins said th...
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historical community
Ile-à-la Crosse nearly ready for 250th anniversary celebration
Organizers of the 250th anniversary celebration of Ile-à-la Crosse are asking those who are connected to the northern Métis to come home. According to event coordinator Maureen Belanger, the itinerary for the six-day gathering is nearly complete. The committee has been able to raise approximately $900,00...
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Helium shortage
International shortage of helium could be opportunity for Sask. industry
When one thinks about drilling and mining in Saskatchewan, it's likely about uranium, potash or oil, but global shortages have recently put the spotlight on the province's helium industry.Saskatchewan has "significant" underground reserves, according to the provincial government, and they're secreted in a way...
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alberta separatism
Judge quashes Alberta separation petition in favour of First Nations
An Alberta judge quashed a separatist petition Wednesday, saying the provincial government had a duty to consult with First Nations.Justice Shaina Leonard said the petition should never have been issued.Lawyers for several Alberta First Nations had argued the province's referendum process and its use by separatists are...
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bear attack
Father of 2020 Saskatchewan bear attack victim 'heartbroken' over latest fatal encounter
The father of a woman who died in a bear attack in 2020 says his heart goes out to the family and friends of the 27-year-old man who died in a bear encounter northeast of Points North Landing last Friday.According to a news release issued by Uranium X Discovery Corporation, the 27-year-old man mauled and killed by the ...
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reducing transportation barriers
Province expands virtual addictions treatment to more Saskatchewan communities
Saskatchewan is widening access to virtual addictions care, adding a dozen communities to a program aimed at helping people get treatment closer to home.The Virtual Access to Addiction Medicine program, known as VAAM, is being extended to Arborfield, Carrot River, Choiceland, Esterhazy, Hudson Bay, Kahkewistahaw First ...
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Local Sports
Silvertips lead series 3-1
Raiders comeback disallowed twice in Game 4 loss
The Prince Albert Raiders had lost the last two games after opening the series with a win on the road, and they had a chance to bounce back and tie the series at 2-2. Instead, the Everett Silvertips got out to a lead, and a controversial decision from the officiating crew took the Raiders' tying goal away, and the Silv...
3h ago
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Redden reflects on 2019 run
Former Raiders play-by-play voice enjoying being a fan during playoff run
It's been seven years since the Prince Albert Raiders have made it to the WHL Finals, and the current 2026 run is capturing a lot of that magic from the 2019 run. For former play-by-play voice of the Raiders Trevor Redden, who still calls Prince Albert home, he has been enjoying experiencing the atmosphere of the Art H...
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Go riders go
'A great opportunity': Jack Coan pushing for backup quarterback role at Riders camp
Jack Coan has played under some of the brightest lights in the sport, but he's now facing one of the biggest tests of his career at Roughriders training camp.From throwing touchdowns at Notre Dame Stadium in front of over 80,000 of the most passionate college football fans on the planet to running out of the tunnel at ...
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For the crown
P.A. locals to go head-to-head in PWHL finals
Two Prince Albert Northern Bear alumni are set to battle it out for the Professional Women's Hockey League's (PWHL) top prize. The Walter Cup is up for grabs and it's an all-Canadian matchup between Kaitlin Willoughby and the league-best Montreal Victoire, versus Brooke Hobson and the fourth-ranked Ottawa Charge. The ...
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Silvertips lead series 2-1
Silvertips take Game 3 to start Prince Albert home stand
After the Prince Albert Raiders returned home with a split from the first two games of the WHL Finals in Everett over the weekend, confidence and expectations were high in heading into Game 3 against the Silvertips. Even without Daxon Rudolph in the lineup due to a suspension, the teams traded the lead back and forth, ...
May 13, 2026
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Lacrosse recap
Predators split weekend with Wolverines, suffer first loss in over three years
A record long winning streak for the Prince Albert Predators has come to an end. The Predators hadn't lost a game in over three years, dating back to May 7, 2023, when they last lost 10-6 at the hands of Swift Current. That same Wolverines team were the ones to end P.A.'s lengthy winning streak on Saturday - 1,099 days...
May 12, 2026
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Laughter for a cause: Bear Grease returns to Prince Albert
One of Canada's most successful and hilarious musicals is returning to Prince Albert and, in doing so, helping to raise money for a great cause.Bear Grease runs May 27 and May 28 at the EA Rawlinson Centre with evening shows at 7:30 p.m, as well as a matinee show on May 27th at 1 p.m.It was made possible by Prince Albe...
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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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New thrill
No boat? No problem: Electric surfboards set to make waves in Saskatchewan lake country
A new kind of thrilling surf ride is heading to northern Saskatchewan waters this summer and it doesn't require a boat or a tank of gas.An Emma Lake entrepreneur is bringing Torque Electric Surfboards to Canada, introducing a high-performance experience that promises to shake up the lake life across the region."El...
May 01, 2026
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Community Investment Program
30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA's Community Investment Fund increased to $2 Million to Strengthen Saskatchewan Communities Increased investment to support local events, sports teams, fundraisers and cultural celebrations province-wideSASKATOON, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud to announce a significant expansion of i...
Apr 29, 2026
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North Country Massage and Medi Spa
From farm roots to five-star feel: A local success story earns top honours
What started as a one-room operation has grown into one of the most recognized wellness destinations in Prince Albert, and now, a 'Business of the Year' award winner.North Country Massage and Medi Spa marked a major milestone in 2025, celebrating 20 years in business while also taking home the prestigious Samuel McLeod...
Apr 28, 2026
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The Backyard and Compost Corner
Growing something bigger: How one Prince Albert business is cultivating community and sustainability
In a city already known for its natural beauty, one local entrepreneur is working to make Prince Albert even greener, one garden, one compost bin, and one connection at a time.Keri Sapsford, owner of The Backyard and Compost Corner, has built her business around a simple but powerful idea: helping people reconnect with...
Apr 27, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: Ottawa's electricity plan, Chinese e-commerce, Probing the cosmos
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Carney to announce clean electricity strategy today Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce his long-awaited clean electricity strategy today. The federal g...
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B.C. symposium puts spotlight on dangers associated with strangulation
Charuka Maheswaran was 29 when she met the man she would later marry, have three children with, and who she said eventually beat and strangled her. "He pushed me up against the counter and I could feel the counter in my back and the cold steel of the f...
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Carney to announce clean electricity strategy today
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce his long-awaited clean electricity strategy today. The federal government has signalled it plans to double the capacity of Canada's power grid by 2050, and Carney said in March that an announcemen...
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Poll suggests politics, geography and trust play roles in vaccine hesitancy
OTTAWA - A new online survey suggests nearly a quarter of Canadians say they've declined to get a vaccine recommended by their doctor - and the data indicates most of them did so because they were concerned about potential side effects. A report from P...
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Ottawa pushing to get Canadian companies selling goods on Chinese platforms
OTTAWA - The federal government is pushing to get Canadian companies on major Chinese e-commerce platforms as the two countries deepen their ties. International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu told The Canadian Press in a recent interview that China's e-...
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Carney to release details of plan to double Canada's electricity grid
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce his long-awaited clean electricity strategy Thursday, after promising to show a pathway to doubling the capacity of Canada's power grid by 2050. Carney's itinerary says he will announce a plan...
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World
Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate
MANILA, Philippines (AP) - A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court for an alleged crime against humanity has fled from the Senate, where he sought refuge to evade arrest, officials said Thursday. Sen. Ronald dela R...
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Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones
RIGA, Latvia (AP) - Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina announced her resignation on Thursday, according to the Baltic News Service. Her resignation came after the left-wing Progressives Party, part of the governing coalition...
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Denise Powell wins Democratic primary in Nebraska's 'blue dot' 2nd District
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Denise Powell won the Democratic primary in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District on Wednesday in a contest focused on the state's "blue dot" status in presidential elections. The Omaha-area district, where Republican ...
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Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) - The remains of the second U.S. Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered, the Army said Wednesday, ending a multinational search operation that deployed air, naval and artificial i...
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Kouri Richins, who wrote a children's book on grief after her husband's death, gets life sentence
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) - A Utah mother who published a children's book about grief after the death of her husband will serve a life sentence without the possibility of parole for his murder, a judge ruled Wednesday. Kouri Richins was convic...
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Russia fires about 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Russia fired at least 800 drones in a massive daytime barrage on about 20 regions of Ukraine on Wednesday, killing at least six people and wounding dozens, including children, in one of the longest attacks by Moscow in the 4-year-o...
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