Contraband
Meth, THC concentrate, smartphone accessories seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) said it's heightening measures to prevent contraband and other unauthorized items from entering its institutions, and it appears to be working.On March 28 packages containing methamphetamine, THC concentrate, a lighter, rolling papers and smartphone accessories were seized, than...
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Quantum computer at U of S could be 'real game-changer' for vaccines
The University of Saskatchewan is getting a quantum computer later this year and it could help fast-track vaccine development.The U of S will be home to the first university owned-and-operated, full-stack, vendor-supported, open-architecture quantum computer in Canada, it announced on March 31.PrairiesCan provided $1.9...
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Contraband
Meth, THC concentrate, smartphone accessories seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) said it's heightening measures to prevent contraband and other unauthorized items from entering its institutions, and it appears to be working.On March 28 packages containing methamphetamine, THC concentrate, a lighter, rolling papers and smartphone accessories were seized, than...
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Raiders lead series 3-0
Raiders earn gritty win and vice grip on series with Rebels
With two dominant games in Prince Albert to start the series, Game 3 saw the Raiders head to Red Deer to continue the series with the Rebels. The Raiders forecheck had to battle for every goal they scored including the empty netter, and they came away with a 4-2 win and a 3-0 series lead.The Raiders opened the scoring ...
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No major injuries reported
Truck rolls after hitting snow plow on Highway 3
A 37-year-old man was taken to hospital on Tuesday in Prince Albert after a motor vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck and a snow plow.According to Buckland Fire and Rescue, crews were called out around 8 a.m. for an entrapment on Highway 3 west. When they arrived, they discovered a truck had collided with a sno...
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Investigations
Increased police presence in Prince Albert Riverview neighbourhood
There is a increased police presence on Bowerman Cres. in Prince Albert Riverview area.Saskatchewan RCMP have confirmed for paNOW "an ongoing investigation" is underway. They do not have any further details available at this time.People are asked to avoid the areas where police officers are present and follow...
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Court proceedings
Victim's family reacts to dangerous driver breaching conditions, facing jail time
A man grieving the loss of his mother, says he is disappointed the man responsible for the fatal car crash was given an opportunity and blew it.Darrell Prokopie spoke to paNOW Tuesday afternoon on the steps of Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert.Just minutes prior, in one of the building's smaller courtrooms, 24-yea...
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Supporting Raiders eductation fund
Raiders 50/50s making waves around province
The excitement for the Prince Albert Raiders playoff run has resulted in a couple of big crowds to start the playoffs. That excitement has lead to a couple of huge 50/50 totals in the first two home games of the playoffs.Game 1 saw a total of $77,420 with a take home total of $38,710, while Game 2 saw $96,370 and a tak...
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Saskatchewan
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Quantum computer at U of S could be 'real game-changer' for vaccines
The University of Saskatchewan is getting a quantum computer later this year and it could help fast-track vaccine development.The U of S will be home to the first university owned-and-operated, full-stack, vendor-supported, open-architecture quantum computer in Canada, it announced on March 31.PrairiesCan provided $1.9...
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Trip to the moon
'Be in that moment': Astronaut Jeremy Hansen's wife prepares for his lunar mission
As Jeremy Hansen prepares to begin a historic mission to the moon aboard the Artemis II, his wife says his family will be trying to take in every single moment.If everything goes as planned, Catherine Hansen will be on the roof of the launch control centre at Florida's Kennedy Space Center Wednesday evening to watch he...
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historic mission
Space enthusiasts excited as Canadian set to circle the moon
Humans will be headed back to the moon on Wednesday as part of NASA's Artemis II mission if everything goes as planned. It will include Canadian astronaut and mission specialist Jeremy Hansen, who will become the first non-American to travel beyond low Earth orbit, if the mission is successful. The 10-day lunar flyby ...
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Navigating the law
PLEA launches new legal resources for Indigenous communities in Saskatchewan
The Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan (PLEA) has launched a new set of plain-language legal resources aimed at helping Indigenous communities better understand and navigate the law.The project includes a new website, print materials and educational tools tailored specifically to Indigenous audiences; h...
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summer vacay
Online campsite reservations for Sask. Parks begins April 13
Residents eager to secure a summer getaway in Saskatchewan's provincial parks can begin booking campsites starting April 13.The provincial government has released its 2026 reservation schedule, with seasonal campsites opening first, followed by nightly and specialty accommodations throughout the week."Our parks pr...
Mar 31, 2026
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Pest Control
Ottawa allows temporary use of gopher poison in Alberta, Saskatchewan
Ottawa is temporarily allowing the return of the rodent poison strychnine in Alberta and Saskatchewan as those provinces grapple with gopher infestations.A statement from the federal ministers of health and agriculture says allowing its use will help farmers address damage caused by Richardson's ground squirrels.The fe...
Mar 31, 2026
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Local Sports
Raiders lead series 3-0
Raiders earn gritty win and vice grip on series with Rebels
With two dominant games in Prince Albert to start the series, Game 3 saw the Raiders head to Red Deer to continue the series with the Rebels. The Raiders forecheck had to battle for every goal they scored including the empty netter, and they came away with a 4-2 win and a 3-0 series lead.The Raiders opened the scoring ...
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Senior Hockey
Shellbrook wins first TRHL title after double overtime triumph in Game 5
Third time is the charm for the Shellbrook Elks. Shellbrook crowned themselves champions of the Twin Rivers Hockey League (TRHL) for the first time in club history on Saturday after downing the Rosthern Wheat Kings 3-2 in the best-of-five finals, taking Game 5 in double overtime 4-3 in Rosthern. Shellbrook was trailin...
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Supporting Raiders eductation fund
Raiders 50/50s making waves around province
The excitement for the Prince Albert Raiders playoff run has resulted in a couple of big crowds to start the playoffs. That excitement has lead to a couple of huge 50/50 totals in the first two home games of the playoffs.Game 1 saw a total of $77,420 with a take home total of $38,710, while Game 2 saw $96,370 and a tak...
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WHL All Stars
Rudolph, Orsulak named WHL First Team All Stars
With Raiders goaltender Michal Orsulak earning the honours of Rookie of the Year with his team, and Daxon Rudolph earning a list of awards including the team's MVP, the two are now being recognized by the league for their efforts. Both Rudolph and Orsulak have been named to the WHL's Eastern Conference First Team All S...
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Best of the Best
P.A. Wrestling Club shines at provincial championships in home tournament
The gymnasium inside of St. Mary High School in Prince Albert was the hub for Saskatchewan Wrestling Provincials over the weekend. Hundreds of wrestlers from the U15 age class up to Senior made the trek to P.A. to fight for a chance to head to the national championships next month in Grande Prairie, Alta. Clubs came fr...
Mar 31, 2026
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Family Pizza Foxes
U13 AA provincial championship win highlights growth of female hockey in Prince Albert
After a stellar season, the U13 AA Family Pizza Foxes female hockey team was crowned provincial champions this past weekend.Head Coach Corey Trann said right from the start, the girls bought into learning, working hard and being great teammates."All those things together is what makes a great team. We managed to g...
Mar 30, 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
First Nations chiefs demand apology after PM said he could 'outlast' demonstrator
OTTAWA - Two First Nations chiefs are calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to apologize for saying he could "outlast" a First Nations woman who was protesting over mercury poisoning in her community. Chrissy Isaacs, a Grassy Narrows woman suffering fr...
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Liberals eye next steps in firearm buyback as window for individual owners closes
OTTAWA - The Liberal government's firearm buyback program is entering a new phase with passage of the deadline for individual gun owners to declare interest. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said last week that owners had reported more than 5...
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Carney says he's still committed to green incentives promised during leadership race
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday he's still committed to delivering incentives to help Canadians go green, something he promised during his bid for the Liberal leadership a year ago. Carney promised during the leadership campaign to re-...
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Anand to join U.K.-led talks on Strait of Hormuz following trip to Riyadh
OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand will join multi-nation talks hosted by the U.K. on Thursday on finding diplomatic options to reopen the Strait of Hormuz trade corridor. Anand says all countries involved should know Canada will not hesitat...
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Former CAQ minister Lionel Carmant rejoining party caucus after leaving last fall
QUÉBEC - Former Quebec minister Lionel Carmant is rejoining the Coalition Avenir Québec caucus, five months after he resigned from the governing party to sit as an Independent over concerns with a bill reforming doctor pay. A smiling Carmant made the a...
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Quebec coroner investigating after three homeless people died last week in Montreal
MONTREAL - After three unhoused people died in Montreal last week, the Quebec coroner's office has ordered an investigation into the underlying issues that are leading to the deaths of some of the city's most vulnerable people. In a news release on W...
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World
FIFA appears to have technical difficulties with World Cup ticket sales
FIFA appeared to have technical difficulties when it resumed World Cup ticket sales Wednesday after the 48-team field was finalized. Soccer's governing body did not say which games and price categories were available. Some people who clicked on what FI...
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Clarification: Trump-Supreme Court story
WASHINGTON (AP) - In a story published March 31, 2026, The Associated Press reported that President Donald Trump went to the Supreme Court in his first term for the ceremonial swearing-in of the first justice he appointed, Neil Gorsuch. The story shoul...
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Supreme Court seems poised to reject Trump's birthright citizenship limits as he attends arguments
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court seemed poised Wednesday to reject President Donald Trump's restrictions on birthright citizenship in a consequential case that was magnified by his unparalleled presence in the courtroom. Conservative a...
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Trump goes to the Supreme Court as it hears arguments over his bid to limit birthright citizenship
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court is taking up one of the term's most consequential cases, President Donald Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporaril...
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AP Exclusive: Pakistan and Afghan Taliban officials meet in China for ceasefire talks
ISLAMABAD (AP) - Pakistan and Afghanistan held the first round of peace talks on Wednesday, with China mediating to broker a durable ceasefire after weeks of fighting, two Pakistani officials said. But even as the talks were held, Afghan...
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Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the University of Pennsylvania to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination but said it did not have to r...
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