AGM and board appointments
New directors sworn in to Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce
The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce held its 2026 Annual General Meeting at the Coronet Hotel, marking what it called another year of strong community engagement and leadership within the local business sector. During the meeting, two new directors were officially sworn in. The Chamber welcomed Heather...
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Coach's Show
Raiders GM Hunt talks newly signed prospects
While the season is already underway, the Prince Albert Raiders are taking steps to secure their future.Over the course of the last two weeks, the Raiders have signed five players who attended camp to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreements. The Raiders have signed draft picks Caleb Mozell, Logan Chang, and Chase Ke...
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Senior support
'It's the best job I've ever had': a ride along with the Seniors Transportation program
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New business
Sunday Eve Bridal Atelier: Bringing a fresh approach to bridal shopping
AGM and board appointments
New directors sworn in to Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce
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Coach's Show
Raiders GM Hunt talks newly signed prospects
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Prince Albert
Senior support
'It's the best job I've ever had': a ride along with the Seniors Transportation program
The Prince Senior's Transportation program provides over 6,000 rides a year, and on any given day there are trips scheduled every 20 minutes.Bonnie Vandevoord, a retired home-care worker, has been driving for the program since 2019 and on Thursday was working a 6 1/2-hour shift. paNOW was invited to join her"I lov...
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AGM and board appointments
New directors sworn in to Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce
The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce held its 2026 Annual General Meeting at the Coronet Hotel, marking what it called another year of strong community engagement and leadership within the local business sector. During the meeting, two new directors were officially sworn in. The Chamber welcomed Heather...
2h ago
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Coach's Show
Raiders GM Hunt talks newly signed prospects
While the season is already underway, the Prince Albert Raiders are taking steps to secure their future.Over the course of the last two weeks, the Raiders have signed five players who attended camp to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreements. The Raiders have signed draft picks Caleb Mozell, Logan Chang, and Chase Ke...
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Suspect on the run
RCMP investigate robbery at Debden business
Big River RCMP say a man who robbed a business in Debden on Wednesday, fled in a truck and has not been located.The robbery occurred at approximately 11 p.m. A man threatened an employee with a knife and stole an undisclosed amount of cash.No physical injuries were reported to police.The suspect's truck is described as...
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Crime
Teenage boy charged with murder of Peyton Flett
A 14-year-old boy is alleged responsible for causing the death of a girl the same age in Prince Albert.The youth, who was arrested on Thursday, stands charged with second degree murder and is scheduled to appear Friday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court.Peyton Flett, 14, was reported missing on June 30.On Aug. 1...
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Simulation
Emergency response exercise planned at Prince Albert Airport Thursday
Emergency vehicles and personnel will be at the Prince Albert Airport Thursday afternoon for a training exercise.The exercise is scheduled to begin at about 1:30 p.m. It will involve the Prince Albert Police Service, Prince Albert Fire Department, Parkland Ambulance, the City of Prince Albert and airport personnel.Poli...
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Saskatchewan
'A big win for the festival.'
Megan Moroney first 2027 headliner announced for Country Thunder in Craven
Country music star Megan Moroney has just been announced as the first headliner at Country Thunder Saskatchewan this summer.Moroney will close out the show on Sunday, July 11, 2027.Megan Benoit, a spokesperson for Country Thunder Music Festivals, joined The Greg Morgan Morning Show to make the announcement."We are...
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governance issues
Men Of The North still closed after nearly a year
An operational pause at Men of the North (MOTN) is still ongoing after nearly a year. Programming at the La Ronge-based organization came to a sudden halt after its executive director and founder Christopher Merasty was placed on paid leave by the board around this time last year and then ultimately fired. Back in Nov...
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Making progress
Harvest nears halfway mark in Sask. as wet conditions cause delays
Harvest is nearly halfway complete across Saskatchewan, but persistent wet conditions continue to cause delays on many farms.According to the latest crop report from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, which covered the week ending on Monday, harvest is 41 per cent complete across the province. But while producer...
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Auto sales
Saskatchewan auto sales expected to hit 10 year high
Saskatchewan auto dealers expect August to be one of their strongest months for new vehicle sales in more than a decade.Though official figures have yet to be released, Larry Heggs, executive director of the Saskatchewan Auto Dealers Association, said preliminary numbers are promising. "Sales have been fantastic. ...
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Cost of living
'What are you waiting for?': Sask NDP calls on government to pause gas tax
A day removed from the Alberta Premier's decision to suspend that province's gas tax and the federal government's extension of its fuel excise tax, the Saskatchewan NDP's Highways and Infrastructure Shadow Minister stood near a gas station in Prince Albert and called on Premier Scott Moe to follow suit.Darcy Warrington...
Sep 23, 2026
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accountability
SHA official urged silence after mother and baby died, MLTC leaders allege
Chelsea Bear was pregnant with twins when she waited nine hours at Meadow Lake Hospital and was sent home while bleeding, according to the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC). She and one of her babies later died.The tribal council is now demanding an independent investigation and alleging a Saskatchewan Health Authority...
Sep 23, 2026
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Local Sports
Coach's Show
Raiders GM Hunt talks newly signed prospects
While the season is already underway, the Prince Albert Raiders are taking steps to secure their future.Over the course of the last two weeks, the Raiders have signed five players who attended camp to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreements. The Raiders have signed draft picks Caleb Mozell, Logan Chang, and Chase Ke...
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Showdown with the Lions
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have two big weapons returning to their arsenal for their showdown with the B.C. Lions on Friday.After logging full practices this week, the returns of running back A.J. Ouellette and slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker were made official as the team released its depth chart on Thursday.Ouellette ...
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Room to improve
Mintos drop season opener to Battlefords
The Battlefords Stars played spoiler at the Art Hauser Centre on opening night of the Sask. Male AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL). The Stars edged the Prince Albert Mintos 3-2 on Wednesday night to put a damper on the Mintos home opener and win the first league game of the 2026-27 season. Being the first game of the year, M...
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Rider news
Riders' Malcolm Bell ready to make first CFL start against B.C.
Defensive back Malcom Bell could be making his first CFL start this week against last season's Most Outstanding Player in B.C. Lions quarterback, Nathan Rourke.But the Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back doesn't believe the pressure is on him in Friday's showdown at B.C. Place."I'm not under pressure - I'm the...
Sep 23, 2026
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Running it back
Prairie Dogs set to defend Harvest Cup on home turf
The Saskatchewan Field Lacrosse League (SFLL) is descending on Prince Albert this weekend as the Prairie Dogs are set to host the Harvest Cup championship. The tournament marks the sixth time that the trophy has been put up for grabs following the revival of competitive senior field lacrosse in the province back in 202...
Sep 23, 2026
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Super Fan
Meet the Regina woman with 150 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys
"Welcome to my Riderville," Donna Ryhorchuk said with a smile as she walked down the stairs and into a basement overflowing with four decades of green-and-white memories.The Regina woman is a Saskatchewan Roughriders fan, born and bred, and her Rider pride is difficult to measure.You could try counting the ga...
Sep 23, 2026
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PA Profiles
"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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"Online doesn't mean impersonal."
Innova Law brings convenient, personal legal services to clients across Saskatchewan
For many people, working with a lawyer can mean rearranging a busy schedule, travelling to an office and finding time for appointments. Innova Law is taking a different approach by allowing Saskatchewan clients to complete their legal matters fully online while maintaining the personal connection and professional servi...
Aug 27, 2026
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Flying Dust First Nation
From Flying Dust to communities across Canada: Christopher Merasty builds support through New Direction Consulting
Across Saskatchewan, many communities are looking for ways to strengthen leadership, support men, engage youth and build healthier communities for the next generation. That challenge is what led Flying Dust First Nation member Christopher Merasty to establish New Direction Consulting. The Flying Dust First Nation membe...
Aug 04, 2026
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New business
Sunday Eve Bridal Atelier: Bringing a fresh approach to bridal shopping
For many brides in Prince Albert and northern Saskatchewan, finding the perfect wedding dress has traditionally meant a trip to Saskatoon. A new downtown boutique is looking to change that by bringing designer bridal fashion, inclusive sizing and a personalized shopping experience closer to home.Located on Central Aven...
Jul 18, 2026
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FAQ
Listen: Pines Power Sports Marine about changes to the 2026 Sea-Doo Switch!
On this edition of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Pattison Media's Garth Kalin speaks with Dean Lato from Pines Power Sports Marine about the new changes to the 2026 Sea-Doo Switch!
Jul 09, 2026
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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Canada
Carney, Poilievre pay tribute to Canada Revenue Agency employee killed in Montreal
MONTREAL - Federal party leaders are paying tribute to a 45-year-old Canada Revenue Agency employee who was killed in Montreal on Tuesday. The Union of Taxation Employees identified the woman as Leïla Ben Salem. Prime Minister Mark Carney offered condo...
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Netanyahu crosses Canadian airspace with arrest warrant in effect
OTTAWA - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled through Canadian airspace on Thursday, despite facing an international arrest warrant. Online flight tracker data shows Netanyahu flew over Greece, Italy, France and Canada on his way to addr...
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Defence minister downplays PM's comments on prospect of U.S. military action
OTTAWA - A day after Prime Minister Mark Carney told a U.S. media outlet his government has studied the possibility of U.S.-led military action in Canada, Defence Minister David McGuinty said all militaries consider such risks. "It is normal. All milit...
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Three B.C. glaciers face extinction within decades due to climate change, study says
Three glaciers in British Columbia's southwest could "disappear completely" within decades in what a researcher says is the result of years of inaction on climate change. A new study from Simon Fraser University published in the journal Annals of Glac...
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A list of the whales and dolphin that died after being moved out of Marineland
Four beluga whales and one dolphin that were shipped out of Marineland this summer have since died at their new homes. Another beluga, Beethoven, lived at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, but died after the move. Here is the list of the animals who died: -- ...
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Belleville attack should be 'wake-up call' on rising antisemitism, Jewish group says
OTTAWA - The head of a major Jewish advocacy group said Thursday the recent violent attack at a synagogue in Belleville, Ont., should serve as a "wake-up call" on the "much broader problem" of rising antisemitism and racist conspiracies in Canada. Noah...
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World
Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died
James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died in Pittsburgh, his lawyer said Thursday. He was 76. Copenhaver was in the bleachers during the e...
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Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to allow quick third-country deportations to continue
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump's administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to again clear the way for continued quick deportations of immigrants to third countries where they have no ties. The government asked for an im...
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Israel's Netanyahu, at UN, calls accusations of genocide in Gaza 'the biggest lie of the century'
Lashing out at his country's critics, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu angrily dismissed allegations of Israeli genocide in Gaza as "the biggest lie of the century" in a defiant speech to the U.N. General Assembly that asserted his nation's ri...
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Boat heading from Tanzania to Congo on Lake Tanganyika capsizes, leaving at least 41 dead
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) - A boat heading from Tanzania to Congo on Lake Tanganyika capsized Thursday, leaving at least 41 people dead, local authorities said. The boat was carrying about 100 people as well as cargo, said Norris Mulongoyi, th...
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Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico
NEW YORK (AP) - A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House grounds, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. The ruling hands the outlets at ...
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Pakistani airstrikes target Afghanistan after Islamabad accuses Kabul of drone attacks
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) - Pakistan said it carried out airstrikes early Thursday on 10 sites in Afghanistan that it said were used to launch drone attacks against Pakistan a day earlier, a sharp escalation in fighting between the two countries that thr...
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