Community support
Prince Albert's homeless offered Day of Sharing
Free haircuts, a BBQ and warm clothes were all part of an event Friday meant for those in Prince Albert who are unhoused. Gloria, 62, was among dozens people offered a free trim outside the Prince Albert Grand Council Relatives' Lodge on the Exhibition Grounds."It already feels lighter and clean," she remarke...
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Set, Spike, Score
St. Mary annual senior boys volleyball tournament signals start of high school season
The sights and sounds of the collegiate volleyball season have returned to high school gymnasiums across the province, with over a dozen boys' teams finding themselves in Prince Albert to kick off the season. The St. Mary Marauders' annual boys volleyball tournament got underway on Friday afternoon to kick off what wil...
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Community support
Prince Albert's homeless offered Day of Sharing
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New business
Sunday Eve Bridal Atelier: Bringing a fresh approach to bridal shopping
Set, Spike, Score
St. Mary annual senior boys volleyball tournament signals start of high school season
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Crime
Kemp Cres. manslaughter case concludes with nine year prison sentence
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Prince Albert
Community support
Prince Albert's homeless offered Day of Sharing
Free haircuts, a BBQ and warm clothes were all part of an event Friday meant for those in Prince Albert who are unhoused. Gloria, 62, was among dozens people offered a free trim outside the Prince Albert Grand Council Relatives' Lodge on the Exhibition Grounds."It already feels lighter and clean," she remarke...
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Crime
Kemp Cres. manslaughter case concludes with nine year prison sentence
A little more than two years after a man was stabbed and found on the back steps of the home where he lived in Prince Albert's River Heights area, the resulting court case has concluded with a nine year prison sentence.Rylen Hansen, one of two men charged in the death of Norman Wenzel, appeared Friday afternoon at Cour...
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Water still safe
Heavy summer rains blamed for odour, taste issues in city water
After repeated assurances that Prince Albert's water remains safe to drink, a query by Coun. Darren Solomon has put concerns about the odour, taste and colour of it back on the table at City Hall. At a council meeting on Aug. 24, Solomon asked several questions, including the type of testing being done, why the issues ...
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Reflecting and Remembering
Local funeral homes to mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 with community service
On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Gray's Funeral Chapel and River Park Funeral Home are inviting the community to gather for a service of remembrance, gratitude and reflection.The idea for the event came from a casual funeral attendant, who is also a first responder. In conversation with funeral home manager...
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Raiders win 5-4 (OT)
Four point night for McCagherty as Raiders topple Blades in overtime
With the final weekend of the preseason here, the Prince Albert Raiders welcomed the Saskatoon Blades Thursday night for the Raiders final home game of the preseason.They never trailed, but the Raiders still needed overtime and a four point night from Maddix McCagherty to take the 5-4 win in overtime.After the Raiders ...
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Suspect sought
Driver on the run from police after crash near Weirdale
Nipawin RCMP are attempting to locate the person who fled the scene of a crash near Weirdale on Tuesday morning.The collision involved an SUV and a semi-truck and happened on Highway 55. The person being sought by police was driving the SUV and the passenger was transported to hospital with injuries described as seriou...
Sep 10, 2026
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Saskatchewan
25 years later
A memory that never left: Sask. dual citizen reflects on 9/11
A quarter of a century after the attacks that saw four hijacked passenger planes flown into both World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and into a field in Pennsylvania, a Prince Albert woman who is an American citizen is still feeling the impact.Winter Miller was 11 years old and scheduled to board a plane home on S...
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Staying chilly
Cool conditions persist, frost a possibility Sunday morning
It's a significant sign that summer is quickly coming to an end. The North Battleford, Prince Albert, and Northeast areas could see frost overnight Saturday. Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorologist Terri Lang said a large ridge of high pressure is coming into the province from the Arctic, bringing cooler te...
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Legal standards
Public Prosecutions declines to explain why Mountie who broke woman's arm won't be charged
Saskatchewan's Public Prosecutions branch has declined to give any specifics as to why it had recommended charges not be pursued against an RCMP officer who broke a woman's arm during an arrest last year.The Serious Incident Response Team's report about the incident, which was made public earlier this week, said there ...
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Left in farmer's field
Elk harvested illegally west of Melfort earlier this month
CAUTION: This article contains graphic pictures that may be disturbing to some. Conservation officers in Melfort are investigating the discovery of a spike bull and cow elk that were unlawfully harvested on private land without permission. The officers were called Sept. 5 about the elk that were discovered between the ...
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Remembering Melrose
'He loved the game': Sask. hockey icon Melrose remembered by cousin, NHL great Clark
A day after his death at the age of 70, Saskatchewan's Barry Melrose is being remembered as one of the most influential voices in hockey.Melrose died on Wednesday after a three-year battle with Parkinson's disease.Among those sharing their memories of the longtime NHL player, coach and broadcaster is Toronto Maple Leaf...
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9/11
US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
NEW YORK (AP) - Americans commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Friday, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.The milestone anniversary brought memorial rituals - wreath-laying, flag-flying, moments of silence, vigils and rea...
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Local Sports
Set, Spike, Score
St. Mary annual senior boys volleyball tournament signals start of high school season
The sights and sounds of the collegiate volleyball season have returned to high school gymnasiums across the province, with over a dozen boys' teams finding themselves in Prince Albert to kick off the season. The St. Mary Marauders' annual boys volleyball tournament got underway on Friday afternoon to kick off what wil...
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CFL
Riders move kicker Alex Hale to practice roster, Dawson Hodge to start in Winnipeg
A change is coming at the kicker position for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.The CFL club released its depth chart on Friday ahead of Saturday's game in Winnipeg against the Blue Bombers. One of the biggest changes was the team moving kicker Alex Hale to the practice roster, while Dawson Hodge gets set to make his first ...
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Raiders win 5-4 (OT)
Four point night for McCagherty as Raiders topple Blades in overtime
With the final weekend of the preseason here, the Prince Albert Raiders welcomed the Saskatoon Blades Thursday night for the Raiders final home game of the preseason.They never trailed, but the Raiders still needed overtime and a four point night from Maddix McCagherty to take the 5-4 win in overtime.After the Raiders ...
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Stronger than Ever
Timberjaks leaning on veteran presence as team looks to fill remaining spots
The Prince Albert Timberjaks return to the ice this weekend looking to fill a few more spots on the roster before the regular season.The Jr. B club is hosting an open invitation tryout beginning on Friday at the Northern Regional Rec. Centre in Buckland."We still have some room on the back end as well as up front,...
Sep 10, 2026
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Blades Thursday, Pats Friday
Weekend Preview: Raiders finish preseason with divisional rivalries
Two more games, and the preseason is over for the Prince Albert Raiders. Starting tonight, the team will welcome the Saskatoon Blades to town, before heading out on the road for the final preseason game against the Regina Pats on Saturday. The Raiders have played three games in the preseason so far, winning the rookie ...
Sep 10, 2026
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VIDEO: Coach's Show
Five Raiders heading to NHL camps
It's the final week of the preseason for the Prince Albert Raiders, but that doesn't necessarily mean the regular season roster is getting much closer to being decided. Over the course of this week, players are departing for NHL camps, and it won't be just the drafted players. The draft class of 2026, Michal Orsulak an...
Sep 08, 2026
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PA Profiles
"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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SUMMER EVENT
Vintage Power Machines Festival ready for its 45th event
Visitors to this year's Vintage Power Machines Threshing Festival will once again be transported to a time when horsepower came with actual horses and tractors were built to last generations. Now in its 45th year, the event returns with two full days of history and hands-on demonstrations July 11 - 12.The festival take...
Jun 25, 2026
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Canada
Ottawa begins rolling out long-awaited supplemental funding for national sport groups
OTTAWA - The federal government is rolling out more money for amateur sports organizations and will host a national "playground to podium" summit for stakeholders this fall. Secretary of state for sport Adam van Koeverden announced Friday that Alpine C...
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Teresa Wat becomes sixth legislator to join new party of former B.C. Conservatives
VICTORIA - The newest member of a still-unnamed party acknowledged she and five other former provincial Conservative legislators are in for the "long-haul" if they want to throw out British Columbia's NDP government, while urging others to join them. T...
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Ottawa ends permanent residency exemption for refugees with undeclared family
OTTAWA - The immigration minister has quietly ended a policy that helped some refugees sponsor their children or partners for permanent residency, while offering refugee advocates no explanation for the change. The temporary policy allowed certain refu...
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No need to set time limit for sentencing proceedings, Supreme Court of Canada rules
OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada says a man is entitled to a reduction in his sentence for sexual assault because the post-verdict sentencing phase of the case took too long. But the top court also says there is no need for a set time limit for det...
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Conversations on trade with U.S. officials haven't stopped: LeBlanc
BANFF - Conversations between Canadian and American officials have not stopped, even if no formal trade talks are currently scheduled, Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Friday. LeBlanc was in Banff, Alta., on Friday for the two-day Libera...
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Thousands sign petition calling on Edmonton Oilers to reverse Formenton signing
EDMONTON - An online petition calling on the Edmonton Oilers to reverse the signing of Alex Formenton had collected more than 19,000 signatures as of Friday morning. The petition was started by longtime Oilers superfan Mary Loewen, known as "Mama Stanl...
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World
North Korea fires ballistic missiles toward sea after rivals' military drill it sees as provocation
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Saturday, its neighbors said, a day after the U.S., South Korea and Japan ended their trilateral military drill that North Korea views as a provoca...
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Mississippi police arrest a man in the death of Tasia Fortune
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month. Jackson Police Chief RaShall Brackney said at a news conference Friday that police had secured search and arrest wa...
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UK lawmakers vote down bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales
LONDON (AP) - U.K. lawmakers on Friday voted down legislation to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives. Following an impassioned four-hour debate in the elected House of Commons, the Terminally Ill ...
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Yemen's Houthis capture a Red Sea island in a threat to shipping, and other Mideast developments
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen seized a key island Friday after capturing a Red Sea port, moves that threatened to further disrupt international shipping in the region. And Saudi Arabia said it shut down a major oil pipeline as a precaution afte...
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US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
NEW YORK (AP) - Americans commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Friday, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity. The milestone anniversary broug...
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Trump commemorates the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at the Pentagon
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump observed Friday's 25th anniversary by speaking about the Sept. 11 attacks at a ceremony at the Pentagon commemorating the lives lost when al-Qaida militants hijacked planes and killed nearly 3,000 people in thre...
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