Mental Health Classic
'Lost for words': Third annual Mental Health Classic hockey tournament sees record turnout
Pint-sized hockey players were given a crash course in skill development over the weekend at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon.The skills weren't related to their on-ice play, however, as the players learned how to address and promote mental wellness and received education around mental health awareness.The 2026 Mental...
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Crime
RCMP arrest Montreal man over alleged death threat against PM Carney
A Montreal man was arrested and charged for allegedly making death threats against Prime Minister Mark Carney, the RCMP said Monday.The RCMP's Federal Policing Eastern Region said Marc Porlier, 51, has been charged with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.Police said in a news release that Porlier allegedly ...
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Mental Health Classic
'Lost for words': Third annual Mental Health Classic hockey tournament sees record turnout
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SUMMER EVENT
Vintage Power Machines Festival ready for its 45th event
Monday Meeting
Bring back options for dealing with derelict properties, city council tells staff
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Crime
RCMP arrest Montreal man over alleged death threat against PM Carney
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Prince Albert
Monday Meeting
Bring back options for dealing with derelict properties, city council tells staff
Prince Albert city councillors want administration to come back with stronger options for dealing with derelict properties, including a possible tax subclass, clearer definitions and enforcement tools modelled in part on Edmonton's approach. The direction came during Monday's executive committee meeting after councillo...
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Record spots available
City expanding fall swimming lesson spaces at Leisure Centre
The City of Prince Albert says it will offer its largest fall aquatic programming schedule to date, with roughly 1,750 total spaces available for swimming lessons, leadership training and lifeguard certification courses at the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre. The programs will run from September through December and ...
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Not salvageable
Historic bridge south of Prince Albert to be demolished after safety review
A historic bridge south of Prince Albert that Signature Developments once hoped to preserve and use as part of a future acreage development is now expected to come down. Rusty Clunie, one of the owners of Signature Developments, said the company spent significant time reviewing whether the old bridge could be rehabilit...
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Poilievre tells Carney in letter to not concede to U.S. demands in tariff talks
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to show some "backbone" as trade negotiations ramp up with the United States.In a letter to Carney shared with reporters, Poilievre and his Canada-U.S. relations critic Shuvaloy Majumdar said that Ottawa has given in to sev...
Aug 09, 2026
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North of PA
Three injured following motor vehicle collision
Three people were transported to hospital on Saturday after a motor vehicle collision. At approximately 2:30 p.m., Buckland Fire and Rescue was called out to the incident on the service road north of White Star Road. Upon arrival, Parkland Ambulance and RCMP members were on scene, and all patients were out of the veh...
Aug 09, 2026
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police work
Man wanted after assault in Big River
Big River RCMP are asking the public for help in locating a suspect in relation to an assault and firearm discharge. On Aug. 5 at approximately 7:30 p.m., police received a report of an assault on Big River First Nation. An investigation determined a group of people in a vehicle stopped at a residence and a man from th...
Aug 09, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Mental Health Classic
'Lost for words': Third annual Mental Health Classic hockey tournament sees record turnout
Pint-sized hockey players were given a crash course in skill development over the weekend at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon.The skills weren't related to their on-ice play, however, as the players learned how to address and promote mental wellness and received education around mental health awareness.The 2026 Mental...
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Indigo Alert
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan calls for 'Indigo Alert' system after death of Calgary boy
Following the disappearance and death of 11-year-old Parker Wells in Calgary, the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan is calling on the province to join Alberta in considering using a new alert system to help protect vulnerable children.An Indigo Alert System was proposed in Alberta after the autistic boy went missing in ...
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gaming grants
Saskatchewan communities share nearly $1.7M in grant funding
Communities in the Prince Albert, Meadow Lake and Humboldt areas are among those receiving funding through Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan's charitable gaming grants for the first quarter of 2026-27. The province distributed nearly $1.7 million to about 260 communities through the program. "We are proud to deliv...
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Crash
Man dead after colliding with Saskatoon overpass in latest fatal crash
Highway 16 east and westbound lanes were set to reopen in the early afternoon at Boychuk Drive overpass in Saskatoon on Sunday after Saskatoon Police Service investigated an early morning overpass crash.Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) said in a news release at 2:30 a.m. that the crash was fatal after a single vehicle s...
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Fire
Saskatoon's Bethlehem High School 'significantly' damaged by fire
The principal of Bethlehem Catholic High School in Blairmore Suburban Centre neighbourhood said on Saturday the school's new portable classrooms had been significantly damaged after a fire on Friday night.The statement from Shelda Hanlan Stroh was posted to Facebook on Saturday morning and said other parts of the schoo...
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Beef
Why is Australian beef cheaper than Canadian beef?
With Australian beef cheaper for shoppers to add to their grocery carts than beef produced inside Canada's borders, a Saskatchewan beef expert is weighing in on considerations for consumers.Jeffrey Yorga, past president of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association, said the beef market is global, but that doesn't make...
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Local Sports
Win Column
Riders handle business at Mosaic Stadium, beat Redblacks
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders' offence proved to be a non-issue as the CFL club cruised to a 42-20 win over the Ottawa Redblacks on Friday night.Saskatchewan was without Sam Emilus (foot), Kian Schaffer-Baker (knee), running back A.J. Ouellette (knee), offensive guard Zack Fry (knee), fullback Morgen Runge (pec),...
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Riders Gameday
'This is pro football': Riders taking nothing for granted against 0-7 Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders don't have to look too far back in their history to know you can't take any team lightly in the CFL.In 2024, the 5-2 Riders locked horns with the 0-7 Edmonton Elks at Mosaic Stadium. Edmonton won that showdown 42-31.On Friday, the 5-2 Riders will take on the 0-7 Ottawa Redblacks. Kickoff is...
Aug 07, 2026
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Summer Check-in
Raiders Catch Up: Hlinka Gretzky success, Gorzynski set to return, and more
The start of training camp is closing in for the Prince Albert Raiders, and while there are still questions to be answered about what the team's roster will look like heading into next season, two of the team's breakout stars are already competing against the best in the world.Thursday is an off day for 17-year-olds Be...
Aug 06, 2026
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Champ is here
Willoughby brings Walter Cup to Prince Albert
The line was out the door at the Art Hauser Centre on Wednesday with hockey fans excited to meet Kaitlin Willoughby and women's hockey's top prize, the Walter Cup. More than anyone else, the line was filled with young girls and hockey players waiting to meet the Montréal Victoire forward and PWHL Champion.Three ...
Aug 05, 2026
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High Stakes
Pair of Astros teams hunting for National title in B.C. while Aces battle at Westerns
A pair of Prince Albert Astros teams are in Surrey, B.C., this week with the hopes of claiming a Canadian fastpitch title. The U15 and U17 teams embark on their journeys in their respective Men's Canadian Fastpitch Championships on Wednesday. The U17 Astros help kick off the tournament at 11 a.m. local time (12 p.m. Sa...
Aug 05, 2026
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Week 10
Roughriders lean on depth as injuries mount ahead of matchup with Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders relied on their depth to earn their latest win and may need more players to step up over the next stretch.Saskatchewan ruled out wide receiver Sam Emilus (foot) just before it's 28-26 win over the Edmonton Elks on Saturday.During the game, key contributors like slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker ...
Aug 04, 2026
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PA Profiles
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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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: B.C. wildfire reinforcements, Colombia earthquake, car thefts down
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Mexican reinforcements arriving for wildfire fight in Summerland, B.C. Reinforcements are set to arrive today in the battle against a deadly wildfire on the wester...
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Mexican reinforcements arriving for wildfire fight in Summerland, B.C.
PENTICTON - Reinforcements are arriving in the battle against a deadly wildfire on the shores of Okanagan Lake in the southern B.C. Interior that has forced 20,000 people to evacuate. Hugh Murdoch with the BC Wildfire Service has said 100 Mexican firef...
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Montreal police chief to address racism and misconduct allegations at public meeting
MONTREAL - Montreal police Chief Fady Dagher is set to address city officials and take questions from the public as he provides an update on a scandal at a station in a multicultural neighbourhood in the northern part of the city. Police announced in J...
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Auto thefts continue downward trend across Canada, new report shows
OTTAWA - Auto thefts have continued trending downward across the country and the number of reported thefts over the first half of 2026 was 10 per cent lower than in the same period last year, says a new report from Équité Association. The report by the...
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20,000 evacuees fled ferocious B.C. wildfire. These are some of their stories
PENTICTON - The explosive wildfire that roared down on Summerland, B.C., forced about 20,000 people to flee over the weekend. Some spoke of a scramble for safety, and the later realization that their homes or other properties had been destroyed. Here a...
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Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA - Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency. Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of the...
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World
Iranian-backed Houthis kill 4 in attack on vessel, and other developments in the Mideast
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels fired missiles on a vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Tuesday and killed four people, Yemeni authorities said. The transportation ministry of Yemen's internationally recognized government said the dead inc...
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Authorities say 10 Nigerian police officers were killed in gunbattle with rebels in the north
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) - A gunbattle between rebels and Nigerian security forces has left 10 police officers dead in a remote part of the country's conflict-battered north, authorities said Tuesday. The clash, which occurred on Monday in the...
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Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) - A Syrian court sentenced ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad along with his younger brother to death in absentia on Tuesday for crimes against humanity and war crimes during Syria's 14-year conflict that left about half a millio...
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At least 14 artisanal miners killed in collapse at an illicit mine in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG (AP) - At least 14 artisanal miners died and eight were injured when the walls of a mine in South Africa caved in on them, police said Tuesday. North West provincial police commissioner Lt. Gen. Arthur Adams said a search was...
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Congo says 2,000 people have died in its Ebola outbreak, the fastest growing on record
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - At least 2,000 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak, the fastest-growing on record, according to the latest data, as health authorities struggle to get help to remote localities due to rebel conflict, bad roads and work stoppa...
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UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC accuse FIFA of 'deception' and 'breach of trust' over World Cup plans
Soccer powerbrokers in Europe, North America and Asia and believe FIFA president Gianni Infantino's recent plan to sell an interest in the World Cup was a "fundamental breach of trust" with the institutions that the sport's global governing body serves...
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