Coach's Show
Raiders rookies impress during tough week of Alberta battles
With a couple road games behind them now, the Prince Albert Raiders are getting set for six straight home games in a row starting this coming Friday and Saturday. The Raiders went 1-2 against teams from Alberta last week, losing 3-1 on Wednesday to Calgary, then losing 2-0 to Red Deer Saturday, but capping off the week...
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Safer roads
Volunteers needed as Operation Red Nose prepares to take flight
In a couple of weeks, an annual holiday season service that provides people with a safe ride home will once again go dashing through the snow filled streets.Operation Red Nose runs from Nov. 27 to Dec 31. In 2025, the teams in Prince Albert provided 166 rides to 341 clients. Just over two weeks shy of the 2026 campaign...
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Coach's Show
Raiders rookies impress during tough week of Alberta battles
With a couple road games behind them now, the Prince Albert Raiders are getting set for six straight home games in a row starting this coming Friday and Saturday. The Raiders went 1-2 against teams from Alberta last week, losing 3-1 on Wednesday to Calgary, then losing 2-0 to Red Deer Saturday, but capping off the week...
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Safer roads
Volunteers needed as Operation Red Nose prepares to take flight
In a couple of weeks, an annual holiday season service that provides people with a safe ride home will once again go dashing through the snow filled streets.Operation Red Nose runs from Nov. 27 to Dec 31. In 2025, the teams in Prince Albert provided 166 rides to 341 clients. Just over two weeks shy of the 2026 campaign...
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Leadership
Winners announced after local RM elections
Rural municipalities across the province are once again represented by a full council.The elections for Div. 2, 4, 6 councilors were held on Monday. Here are the results from the Prince Albert area:RM of Prince AlbertDiv. 2 - Tyler Hazelwood - acclaimedDiv. 4 - Richard Wilson re-elected with 57 votes. DJ Harris receive...
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Second-degree murder charge
Suspect in Rose Valley homicide arrested in Regina
The suspect in a homicide in Rose Valley has been apprehended. Steven Kishayinew of Prince Albert was arrested by police in Regina on Monday. The 58-year-old is charged with one count of second-degree murder in relation to the death of 66-year-old Willard Buckle last week. Kishayinew's court date is yet to be determine...
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Remembrance Day
Prince Albert Legion no longer has Second World War veterans among its members
Rick Hodgson remembers when the Prince Albert Legion was full of older veterans, talking and laughing."Now, it's pretty quiet," he said.As the branch prepares for Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Hodgson, president of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 2, said none of its current members served in the Second World...
Nov 10, 2026
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Remembering and Honouring
PAGC honours Indigenous Veterans Day with ceremony
Hundreds of people packed into the gymnasium at the Prince Albert Grand Council's (PAGC) Urban Service building in downtown on Monday to honour Indigenous Veterans Day. The crowd included countless veterans from the community who've served, as well as local dignitaries, leaders, and residents wanting to pay their respe...
Nov 9, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Veteran of WWI and WWII
Remembering Chief Joseph Dreaver of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First Nation
For Anthony Dreaver Johnston, some of the most meaningful lessons from his grandfather didn't come from stories of war. They came over a meal, when the late Chief Joseph Dreaver sat him down to talk about how to treat people.A veteran of both World Wars and longtime leader of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak, Dreaver left a ...
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"I CAN'T WAIT!"
Tenille Townes brings intimate Living Room Tour to sold-out North Battleford show
Alberta indie-folk artist Tenille Townes will take the stage in North Battleford tonight for a sold-out acoustic performance as part of her Living Room Tour.In an interview with battlefordsNOW, Townes reflected on her last time performing in the Battlefords."I think I might have been there on a school tour way bac...
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Public Holiday?
Truth and Reconciliation Day bill won't be supported by Sask. government
This year was the fifth year Truth and Reconciliation Day was officially recognized in Canada at the federal level. But the date wasn't a public holiday in Saskatchewan, and won't be in the near future.On Monday, NDP MLA Leroy Laliberte introduced a bill which would make the day a public holiday in the province."I...
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“It was their priority to go to war."
'Miracle of Debden': Sask. village retells Remembrance Day story
A small Saskatchewan community is sharing a story of thanks this Remembrance Day.Local historian Cecile Demers said the people of Debden will spend the day recounting the "miracle" that protected 46 local men from harm as they served in Canada's armed forces during the Second World War."It was their prio...
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incomparable to 2020
Warm, dry weather here to stay for remainder of the week
The unseasonably warm weather will be here for a while. Temperatures will remain well above what we normally see for the month of November. Environment and Climate Change Meteorologist Brian Proctor said the warm, sunny conditions should be a fixture for the rest of the week. "This really warm air is flooding in f...
Nov 9, 2026
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'Something has changed...'
Sask. wolf attack 'rare,' animal incidents rising: Outdoorsman
A Canadian backpacker said there have been a lot of "disturbing" incidents reported involving wildlife in North America this year, citing a noticeable increase in "abnormal animal incidents.""Something has changed this year in some way with animals. There's no question about it," Stuart Ho...
Nov 9, 2026
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Local Sports
Coach's Show
Raiders rookies impress during tough week of Alberta battles
With a couple road games behind them now, the Prince Albert Raiders are getting set for six straight home games in a row starting this coming Friday and Saturday. The Raiders went 1-2 against teams from Alberta last week, losing 3-1 on Wednesday to Calgary, then losing 2-0 to Red Deer Saturday, but capping off the week...
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Raiders win 5-4 (SO)
Raiders battle it out to shootout victory in Edmonton
Prior to Sunday's game, the Prince Albert Raiders had played two solid games despite being held to one goal and losing both, so Sunday's game against the Edmonton Oil Kings was big to keep the momentum rolling for the Raiders.The Raiders had the lead through most of the game, the Oil Kings tied it late to send it to ov...
Nov 8, 2026
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Raiders lose 2-0
Raiders shutout for first time this season in Red Deer
Two teams coming off a loss that snapped a four game winning streak met Saturday night when the Prince Albert Raiders travelled to Red Deer to take on the Rebels for the second time this season. The Raiders hit a couple posts, the Rebels had strong goaltending, and the Rebels would take the win 2-0 over the Raiders.The...
Nov 7, 2026
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High School Football
BJM outlasts Carlton to advance to 5A football provincial final
The Carlton Crusaders saw their season come to an end on Saturday following their defeat in the SHSAA 5A football provincial semifinal. Carlton played host to the Bishop James Mahoney (BJM) Saints at Max Clunie Field, where the Saints came away with a tight 14-12 victory to advance to their first provincial finals sinc...
Nov 7, 2026
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Rebels Saturday, Oil Kings Sunday
Weekend Preview: Raiders break up home games with two game trip in Alberta
Despite losing the last game of their three game homestand on Wednesday, the Prince Albert Raiders still have lots of momentum as they roll into Alberta for two games on Saturday and Sunday. First, the Raiders stop in Red Deer to battle the league best Rebels on Saturday, and then they'll head to Edmonton for Sunday wh...
Nov 7, 2026
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Backing the community
PAYSA continues support of high school soccer programs as Melba Jenkins Cup takes over fieldhouse
The Prince Albert Youth Soccer Association (PAYSA) is furthering their support of high school soccer in the city. It was announced on Thursday that the largest soccer organization in the province is giving back to the community in the form of donations, giving $1,000 each to the soccer programs at Carlton Comprehensive...
Nov 5, 2026
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PA Profiles
We Are Marshals
The tough calls and small moments that keep Marshals going
For Philip Dell, a second-generation police officer with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service, the weight of split-second decisions is balanced by the support of his colleagues and the small moments of appreciation that remind him why he serves. Some nights, the calls end, but Philip's mind keeps going. He replays the day...
Oct 30, 2026
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A Welcoming Place To Call Home
Prince Albert's New Ronald McDonald House Nears Opening, $1.3 Million Still Needed
After years of planning, fundraising, and construction, Ronald McDonald House Saskatchewan is preparing to open the doors of its new 12-room House in Prince Albert, marking a significant milestone in supporting families with sick or injured children across northern Saskatchewan. The new House is scheduled for a communi...
Oct 26, 2026
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A milestone worth celebrating
Mont St. Joseph Home: 70 Years Caring for Our Community
For 70 years, Mont St. Joseph Home has been more than a place to receive care. It has been a home; a place where friendships grow, stories are shared, laughter fills the halls and people continue to find connection, purpose and joy in everyday life.As Mont St. Joseph Home celebrates 70 Years Caring for Our Community, i...
Oct 22, 2026
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SGEU Member Spotlight
Radiation Therapist Arlene Heinrich: a career built on care, teamwork and connection
A radiation therapist for almost 40 years, Arlene Heinrich shares why patient care, teamwork and a healthy life outside work have kept her committed to a career she would choose again.For Arlene Heinrich, a radiation therapist at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA), compassion is as important as technical skill when d...
Oct 1, 2026
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More than a car club
From car club to community: Midnight North builds connections in Prince Albert
For Tristan Remy, it started with cars. Two years later, the co-founder of Midnight North Car Club sees something much bigger taking shape: a community where people can share a passion, support one another and give young people something positive to be part of.Remy, 28, helped start Midnight North after attending local...
Sep 28, 2026
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"We like to make things easy."
Building relationships one policy at a time: LaRoche McDonald welcomes new insurance broker
For many people, insurance can feel complicated, especially when it comes to understanding what is covered and why certain policies matter. At LaRoche McDonald Agency Limited in Prince Albert, new broker Audriana April is taking a relationship-first approach, helping clients understand their coverage rather than simply...
Sep 20, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: Remembrance Day, Carney goes to Europe, B.C. rainstorm
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Canadians gather for Remembrance Day ceremonies across the country Canadians across the country are gathering today to reflect on the legacy of war and remember th...
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Rain hammering B.C. south coast may taper, but more on the way: meteorologist
VANCOUVER - Drenching rain that has been soaking southern British Columbia for days could ease today - but the reprieve might be short-lived, with yet another storm system on the way. Environment Canada meteorologist Michael Gismondi says there will be...
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Canadians gather for Remembrance Day ceremonies across the country
OTTAWA - Canadians across the country are gathering today to reflect on the legacy of war and remember the men and women who served and died defending this country. Canadians will mark 25 years since the start of the Afghanistan war, a conflict in whic...
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Carney takes off Wednesday for summits in Ireland, Philippines, Cambodia and China
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney takes off Wednesday for summits in Asia and Ireland where he'll look to advance trade and security ties. His travels will take him to four countries and put him on the ground as high-stakes diplomacy takes place betw...
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Budget 2026 shifts Liberal government's language on home construction targets
OTTAWA - The federal housing minister's office is reasserting Ottawa's goal of doubling the pace of home construction - even though references to the Liberals' hallmark affordability pledge were missing from Budget 2026. The budget, which was tabled la...
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Remembrance Day ceremonies to honour CFB Wainwright fire victims
WAINWRIGHT - Four soldiers killed in a fire during a training exercise are among those being honoured today at a Remembrance Day ceremony in Wainwright, Alta. Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is set to attend along with other dignitaries, m...
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World
Russia and Ukraine agree to a large exchange of prisoners of war, officials at Abu Dhabi talks say
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Officials at U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine said Wednesday that the sides have agreed a large exchange of prisoners of war. "One of the positives is we agreed that we're going to have...
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Ebola tops 11,000 cases in Congo's deadliest outbreak
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - Congo's Ebola outbreak has topped 11,000 cases, the government said Wednesday, a stark figure that underscores the severity of the situation as the country grapples with the relentless spread of the disease. According...
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Democrat Doris Matsui wins reelection to U.S. House in California's 7th Congressional District
Democrat Doris Matsui won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing California's 7th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Mai Vang. Matsui was born in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. She has represented Sa...
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Republican Maria Elvira Salazar wins reelection to U.S. House in Florida's 27th Congressional District
Republican Maria Elvira Salazar won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Florida's 27th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Eliott Rodriguez. Salazar, a former journalist, secured a fourth term after distancing hers...
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Senate Republicans vote to keep Thune as leader after steep election losses
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Republicans reelected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as leader of the GOP conference after a tense day of discussions about steep losses in the midterm elections that cost them their majority. Thune was always expec...
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US charges 3 men with plotting terror attacks, including planned assault on UK airbase
NEW YORK (AP) - Three men, including one already jailed in the United States, were accused by U.S. authorities Tuesday of being Iran-supported operatives who plotted nearly 20 attacks on Jewish communities in Europe and the U.S. as well as a planned as...
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