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Prince Albert

Community Leaders
Emotional night for Prince Albert's business community
A man whose career in real estate has spanned over four decades, was visibly emotional while being wrapped in a gifted Star Blanket.Ron Lypchuk, this year's recipient of the Samuel McLeod Legacy Award, was among the first people invited on stage during the 35th Annual Samuel McLeod Business Awards (SMBAs) Gala at Plaza...
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Community building
Life skills pilot program celebrates first graduating class
A first of its kind life skills program in Prince Albert is celebrating its first graduating class.Shenelle Rockthunder, Charlene Drygeese, Brooke Whitehead and Vince Umpherville received their certificates on Friday. An informal gathering was held at the Prince Albert and District Community Services Center.The 10 week...
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Raiders win 6-1
Raiders roll through Blades in series opener
After a full week of rest, the Prince Albert Raiders were primed and ready to go for the second round of the playoffs. The week off was long, first waiting to find out who the next opponent would be, then anticipating the second round matchup with the best rivalry in the league and the Saskatoon Blades.The Raiders were...
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Drug investigation
Three people charged in Prince Albert drug bust
A woman and two men are facing charges after Prince Albert Police searched a home on Valleyview Road, finding drugs, phones, scales and a money counter. The Crime Reduction Team got a tip in March that someone was believed to be trafficking drugs from the residence, where they then got a warrant and searched the home ...
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Traffic
Prince Albert snow clearing operations to continue all weekend
Following Tuesday's big snowfall in Prince Albert, city crews are continuing to clear away snow and ice from roadways. According to Friday's update from the City, major routes and the downtown are cleared and operations on transit routes will continue through the weekend.Residents may notice crews beginning work in the...
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In the courts
Former Sask. mountie receives second conviction for possessing intimate images
A former Saskatchewan RCMP officer who was granted a conditional discharge for accessing a sensitive image of an adult female inmate several years ago, is now serving an 18-month provincial jail sentence for voyeurism and possession of child sex abuse materials.Wade Chitrena, 60, appeared Friday morning at Prince Alber...
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Saskatchewan

Provincial oversight
Lack of municipal CAO contributed to Sandy Bay financial woes
The Northern Village of Sandy Bay has been under provincial oversight for years with a swath of issues created in part by a lack of a qualified Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Finding CAOs is a challenge for municipalities, and that challenge is exponentially higher for remote, northern communities. "There's...
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infrastructure
Province invests in urban highway upgrades across Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is investing in urban roads that connect to major highways, with projects planned in communities across the province, including Prince Albert and North Battleford. Highways Minister Kim Gartner said the work is aimed at improving key transportation links for local traffic and supporting the province's expo...
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Risks
What's in store for Canada's 2026 wildfire season?
Wildfire season may get off to a relatively quiet start in Canada but lingering drought and a warm summer could tip the scales towards another severe year, experts say.Wildfire expert Mike Flannigan says this year will be his "litmus test" for whether Canada's wildfire seasons, already in uncharted territory ...
Apr 10, 2026
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An option closer to home
Sturgeon Lake First Nation looking to secure long-term funding for new Birthing and Childrearing Lodge
Leadership at Sturgeon Lake First Nation (SLFN) are working on a solution to keep pregnant mothers at home surrounded by family, instead of having to travel out of town to the nearest hospital. On April 26, the Shirley Bighead nihtāwikihāwasow and ohpikihāwasowkamik Birthing and Childrearing Lodge is set to open on ...
Apr 09, 2026
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Emergency preparedness
SPSA readies itself for new wildfire season
As the residents of Denare Beach press on with re-building their community, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) said that new tree seedlings are on the way for shelterbelts. The SPSA has put in some effort with their part of the job of cleaning up after the Wolf Fire burned hundreds of home in the community la...
Apr 08, 2026
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Business news
Economic uncertainty shakes small businesses in Saskatchewan, motivates global trade efforts
Saskatchewan's independent business owners continue to be affected by ongoing trade turbulence with the US amid global instability. But there is hope the province's strength internationally can offer some sign of resilience."Essentially one year after the United States imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, nearly hal...
Apr 08, 2026
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Local Sports

Raiders win 6-1
Raiders roll through Blades in series opener
After a full week of rest, the Prince Albert Raiders were primed and ready to go for the second round of the playoffs. The week off was long, first waiting to find out who the next opponent would be, then anticipating the second round matchup with the best rivalry in the league and the Saskatoon Blades.The Raiders were...
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Trash Talk begins
"I genuinely hate the Raiders": Blades goalie ignites heated rivalry ahead of Game 1
The anticipation has been growing, the first few chirps have been exchanged, and the 50/50 had already surpassed $12,000 by 1 p.m.The best rivalry in junior hockey is set to add another chapter starting Friday night at the Art Hauser Centre as fans wait for Game 1 between the Prince Albert Raiders and Saskatoon Blades....
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WHL Awards
Raiders up for seven different league awards
Awards season is officially here for the WHL, and the Prince Albert Raiders have a ton of players and staff in the running. Out of the 11 awards voted on by officials around the league, the Raiders are nominated for seven of them. Brock Cripps has been named one of the candidates for the Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy, or...
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AJ Ouellette 'bringing the dad strength' to Riders training camp in May
Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette is bringing a new type of strength to the team in 2026.He and his partner welcomed a baby girl named Isla Jo into the world on March 6."I'm bringing the dad strength in," Ouellette said. "The whole sleep thing is getting to me - I don't know if it's a tr...
Apr 10, 2026
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Riders defensive star, 1966 Grey Cup champion Garner Ekstran dead at 86
One of the greatest defensive players in Saskatchewan Roughriders history has died.The Roughriders announcing Monday the passing of longtime defensive lineman and linebacker Garner Ekstran, who died of natural causes Saturday at the age of 86 in Sedro-Woolley, Wash.Ekstran spent seven of his eight CFL seasons with the ...
Apr 10, 2026
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MMA
Prince Albert's Duthie and Renz prepare for battle
An event this weekend in Lethbridge that will feature both bare knuckle boxing and mixed martial arts, will mark the first time in the cage for two Prince Albert athletes.Gunner Duthie and Kolten Renz, who both train out of North Wake Martial Arts, have scheduled fights at Rumble in the Cage 71.In a catchweight divisio...
Apr 09, 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

After Artemis II, a look at Canada's future involvement in space exploration
MONTREAL - Artemis II is back on Earth - and Canada had a seat on board - but the country's lunar role for future missions is not finished. Now, the focus shifts to what comes next, with Canadians already involved behind the scenes. For Artemis IV, an ...
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Liberal party adopts motion to restrict kids from social media
MONTREAL - Federal Liberals have agreed to set 16 as the age of majority for Canadians to be able to use social media accounts. Party grassroots passed a non-binding resolution Saturday morning for the restriction and to place the onus on social media ...
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Carney to address Liberal convention on final day
MONTREAL - Prime Minister Mark Carney will address party members on the last day of the Liberal national convention in Montreal. Carney's address set for about 3:15 p.m. ET. Liberal party grassroots are also preparing to debate and vote on a series of...
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Maple syrup season closes on a sweet note, despite tumultuous weather
OTTAWA - Maple syrup producers in the Ottawa region say the season has turned out better than expected, despite a rocky start and difficult weather conditions throughout the year. Earl Stanley, owner of Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm in Edwards, Ont., ...
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Memorial mass for Lapu Lapu victims as anniversary of Vancouver attack nears
VANCOUVER - Rev. Salvador Reyes says he is remembering the Lapu Lapu Day attack that claimed 11 lives in Vancouver not just with pain, but with love. Reyes said in a sermon at a mass to mark the approaching anniversary of the attack that he visited the...
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Judge orders temporary pause on Alberta separation referendum petition process
EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA - An Alberta judge has put up a roadblock on a petition drive looking to force a vote on the province quitting Canada. Justice Shaina Leonard, in a written decision issued Friday granting a stay application requested by a hand...
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World

Pope Leo XIV blasts 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling the US-Israeli war in Iran
ROME (AP) - In his strongest words yet, Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the "delusion of omnipotence" that is fueling the U.S.-Israel war in Iran and demanded political leaders stop and negotiate peace. Leo presided over an evening pra...
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Pope Leo XIV blasts 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling the US-Israeli war in Iran
ROME (AP) - In his strongest words yet, Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the "delusion of omnipotence" that is fueling the U.S.-Israel war in Iran and demanded political leaders stop and negotiate peace. Leo presided over an evening pra...
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British authorities charge alleged boat pilot in deaths of 4 migrants in the English Channel
LONDON (AP) - A Sudanese man alleged to have piloted a boat connected to the deaths of four migrants trying to cross the English Channel has been charged under a new British immigration law, authorities said Saturday. Alnour Mohamed Ali, ...
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Djibouti President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh is reelected for a sixth term
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) - Djibouti President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh was reelected for a sixth term after official results showed him winning 97.81% of the vote in Friday's election. Guelleh, 78, has ruled the small Horn of Africa nation of ...
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Historic US-Iran direct talks begin in Pakistan as war's fragile ceasefire holds
ISLAMABAD (AP) - The United States and Iran began historic face-to-face negotiations Saturday in Pakistan, days after a fragile, two-week ceasefire was announced, as the war that has killed thousands of people and shaken global markets entered its seve...
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Rory McIlroy pulls away with birdie binge and sets Masters record with 6-shot lead at halfway mark
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - The only thing that stopped Rory McIlroy in the Masters was running out of holes to play Friday. McIlroy stood on the 12th tee in a tie with Patrick Reed and with a dozen other players bunched together in what was shaping up to be a...
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