

Tax plan
Executive Committee advances proposed 2025 Property Tax Plan to council for formal approval
A property tax plan to address the additional $8,557,515 needed to balance the city's approved operating and capital budgets, and reserve allocations, will be considered by city council on April 28.That's when it will be up for formal approval through the property tax bylaws. On Monday, the executive committee approved...
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Sask. NDP questions Scott Moe's stance on western separatism
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe made it clear that he doesn't support western separation on Monday, but the leader of the opposition is wondering why it took him so long to do so.Speaking to media on Friday, Moe was asked about support for comments claiming that a vote for the Liberal party in the federal election is a ...
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Tax plan
Executive Committee advances proposed 2025 Property Tax Plan to council for formal approval
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Crime
Prince Albert youth charged after weapons found during Saskatoon traffic stop
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Warmer weather ahead
Double-digit highs in the forecast as warmer weather finally arrives
Apr 07, 2025

Prince Albert

Tax plan
Executive Committee advances proposed 2025 Property Tax Plan to council for formal approval
A property tax plan to address the additional $8,557,515 needed to balance the city's approved operating and capital budgets, and reserve allocations, will be considered by city council on April 28.That's when it will be up for formal approval through the property tax bylaws. On Monday, the executive committee approved...
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Election results
Watson re-elected chief at Mistawasis First Nation
Daryl Watson has been re-elected as chief of Mistawasis First Nation.As per Monday's band election results, he received 273 votes.The runner-up was Steven Johnstone with 186 votes.There were also 32 people vying for the five council seats and the winners were Lance Badger, Robin Daniels (re-elected), Desiree Dreaver, L...
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Crime
Prince Albert youth charged after weapons found during Saskatoon traffic stop
A 17-year-old boy from Prince Albert and a 23-year-old woman from Sturgeon Lake First Nation are among four people facing charges after a traffic stop in Saskatoon that resulted in the seizure of numerous weapons.On Sunday, at 10:30 p.m., officers observed a suspicious vehicle and a traffic stop was conducted near 22nd...
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do or die
'We're going home!': Raiders radio broadcaster amped up for Game 7
It's a game Prince Albert Raiders fans have been waiting for since 2019. That's the last time the team hit the ice for a Game 7 series finale and fans are pumped.In fact, seats for Tuesday night's game at the Art Hauser Centre sold out within six minutes Monday morning leaving only standing room options. The series shi...
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Understanding finances
Turbulent times: Sask wealth advisor offers advice for panicked investors
Anyone with investments whether personal or for their children, may be feeling a bit more on edge. That's because recent market uncertainty has resulted in big drops for some portfolios. Cole Kachur is a Saskatchewan wealth management advisor and noted a downturn in stock prices was expected this year. "It's come ...
Apr 07, 2025
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Trial dates
Trial dates confirmed for Prince Albert murder case
Over five weeks have been set aside for a murder trial in Prince Albert that involves a Vietnamese family and multiple victims. As per discussions during Friday's pre-trial hearing at Court of King's Bench, Thanh Nguyen's trial will run March 2 to April 13, 2026.In the early morning hours of May 6, 2023, Prince Albert ...
Apr 07, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Moe looking for more talk of Sask. on the federal campaign trail
Tariffs and the federal election were all top of mind, along with Saskatchewan's economy, on the first day of the Global Food Fuel and Fertilizer conference in Regina.Premier Scott Moe kicked off the conference with the keynote address Tuesday morning, talking about the province's economy and what it has to offer the w...
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Sask. NDP questions Scott Moe's stance on western separatism
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe made it clear that he doesn't support western separation on Monday, but the leader of the opposition is wondering why it took him so long to do so.Speaking to media on Friday, Moe was asked about support for comments claiming that a vote for the Liberal party in the federal election is a ...
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Call to action
Provincial funding available for MMIWG+ community groups
A funding channel created as a result of calls to action by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman and Girls is once again accepting applications from community groups and organizations in the province.The MMIWG+ Community Respond Fund was initially launched in 2022. The program budget is $800,...
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Sask. NDP says drop in oil price means balanced budget claim is 'bogus'
After U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on countries around the world last week, the price of oil, one of the biggest industries in Saskatchewan, has been on a downward slide.Since Wednesday last week, the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) has slipped by about 13 per cent. On Monday, the WTI p...
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LOCAL TALENT
From Unity to Namibia: Small-town archer set to represent Canada at AGA World Tournament
In the quiet prairie town of Unity, a young athlete is preparing for an extraordinary journey.Sebastian Lauinger, a student at Unity Composite High School, is heading to Walvis Bay, Namibia, to represent Canada at the Africa Genesis Archery (AGA) World Tournament, set to take place from July 24 to 26.The prestigious co...
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Warmer weather ahead
Double-digit highs in the forecast as warmer weather finally arrives
Spring temperatures have finally started making their way to Saskatchewan. The lower-than-normal temperatures will soon be a thing of the past, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Meteorologist Justin Shelley said temperatures will increase significantly as the week progresses. "We'll move into a m...
Apr 07, 2025
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What's Trending
Tax plan
Executive Committee advances proposed 2025 Property Tax Plan to council for formal approval
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Crime
Prince Albert youth charged after weapons found during Saskatoon traffic stop
4h ago
Warmer weather ahead
Double-digit highs in the forecast as warmer weather finally arrives
Apr 07, 2025

PJHL hockey
Timberjaks junior hockey club quickly becoming a source of community pride and player growth
Trial dates
Trial dates confirmed for Prince Albert murder case
Apr 07, 2025
Series tied 3-3
Late game heroics brings Raiders and Oil Kings back to Prince Albert for Game 7
Apr 07, 2025

Local Sports

Martial Arts
Young Jiu-Jitsu athletes excel at Saskatoon tournament
The Western Kids Open, hosted by the Canadian League of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, was held in Saskatoon last Saturday and a number of young athletes from the Prince Albert area returned home with medals.A total of six competitors were there on behalf of the Renegade Grappling Academy:Deacon Henderson [White Belt, 4-5 years,...
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The power of Martial Arts
Prince Albert hosts inter-provincial Karate tournament
For over 40 years, Karate has been a way of life for Prince Albert's Chris Lair.And as he looks out at the dozens of young students warming up on Saturday at the Elevation Academy gym for a tournament, the sixth-degree black belt and chief instructor for Saskatchewan does not hesitate when asked what motivates him to k...
Apr 07, 2025
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Series tied 3-3
Late game heroics brings Raiders and Oil Kings back to Prince Albert for Game 7
Things looked bleak for the Prince Albert Raiders after two straight losses in Edmonton in games three and four, but the Raiders picked up a big win in game five at home and went back to Edmonton for Game 6. A competitive effort saw both teams hold the lead, but the Raiders would battle late adversity with a last minut...
Apr 07, 2025
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Fencing
En garde: Fencing provincials attracts large crowd to Prince Albert
Roughly 80 of the provinces best fencers were in Prince Albert over the weekend as the city hosted the Saskatchewan Provincial Fencing Tournament for the first time ever. The event was hosted by the Prince Albert Northern Knights Fencing Club and was held in the gymnasium at the Alfred Jenkins Fieldhouse. The tournamen...
Apr 07, 2025
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Raiders trail series 3-2
Raiders feed off Art Hauser crowd for clutch game five win
With their backs against the wall and a 3-1 series deficit, the Prince Albert Raiders entered do or die territory on Friday at the Art Hauser Centre for Game 5 against the Edmonton Oil Kings. Not only did the Raiders come out swinging, but they kept swinging all the way to a 4-2 victory to extend the series.The Oil Kin...
Apr 05, 2025
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Go Raiders Go!
Raiders tailgate set to fire up the Art Hauser Centre
With their backs against the wall 3-1 in their series with the Edmonton Oil Kings, the Prince Albert Raiders are expecting the best fans in the league to be out in full flight Friday night for a pivotal Game 5. To start things off, the Raiders are hosting a tailgate party put on by Lake Country Co-op starting at 5pm wi...
Apr 04, 2025
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PA Profiles

Phantom Light Distillery is Doing Big Things
Phantom Light Distillery, based in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, is making waves across the country-and beyond. Known for its bold approach to growth and innovation, the distillery is rapidly becoming one of Western Canada's standout producers in the spirits industry.Already available throughout Saskatchewan, Phantom Li...
Apr 06, 2025
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World-class event
'The World is Coming': volunteers, sponsored needed for men's softball championship
'The World is Coming!'That is the catchphrase being used by the host committee for the upcoming World Baseball Softball Congress's 2025 men's softball championship scheduled for July 8-13 at the Max Power Ball Parks located in Prime Ministers' Park and while plans are moving along to stage the world-class event, more s...
Mar 31, 2025
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Gray's Funeral Chapel: Compassion and community dedication since 1993
Trust, Integrity, Compassion, Family, Community. These are just a few of the reassuring words that come to mind when you think of Gray's Funeral Chapel, the recipient of the 2025 BOB Award for Best Funeral Home.Part of the community since 1993, Gray's Funeral Chapel has long been the trusted funeral service provider fo...
Mar 25, 2025
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Anniversary Celebration
PBCN Petro Canada: Celebrating 20 years of success and growth
From the humble beginnings 20 years ago as a single, small gas station in Prince Albert, PBCN Petro Canada has become an example of growth and a community leader when it comes to customer service. In addition to adding another service station in the city on 6th Ave. East, and the Hilltop Tunnel Wash on 2nd Ave. West, t...
Mar 21, 2025
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Listen: Learn more about Kin Enterprises
Pattison Media's Garth Kalin does an in-depth interview with Kin Enterprises Executive director, Hillary Brahniuk in which he explains what Kin is, programs offered, what they do, what all they are involved in and more.In this next interview, Teresa goes into being a baker and working in the Restaurant at Kin Enterpris...
Mar 20, 2025
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Investment News
Kachur Wealth Management Group: Active portfolio management amid market uncertainty and tariff tensions
Acknowledging the recent uncertainty that's been created by U.S. president Donald Trump's tariffs, Cole Kachur says the traditional "buy and hold" strategy simply does not work the way it used to.Instead the seasoned investor and his team at Kachur Wealth Management Group, are recommending people 'remain acti...
Mar 12, 2025
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Canada

'Sign of hope' for endangered killer whales as centre confirms newborn calf
The Centre for Whale Research says one of its field biologists has spotted a new calf in a pod of endangered killer whales off British Columbia's southern coast. The Washington-based centre says in a Facebook post that biologist Mark Malleson encountered J-pod, part of the larger population of southern resident killer ...
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Rise in asylum seekers to Canada as migrants' protected status set to expire in U.S.
MONTREAL - Canadian border officials say there has been a steady rise in the number of people seeking asylum at a border crossing south of Montreal. The rise in would-be refugees at the St-Bernard-de-Lacolle crossing comes as the temporary status of hundreds of thousands of migrants in the United States is set to expir...
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Aviation consortium celebrates first piloted hydrogen-powered flight
VANCOUVER - A Vancouver-based aviation consortium says it is celebrating the first ever piloted hydrogen-powered helicopter flight, calling it a "milestone in sustainable aviation." Canadian Advanced Air Mobility says its national board member Unither Bioélectronique completed the experimental flight a...
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U.S. trade representative faces pushback from lawmakers over Trump's global tariffs
WASHINGTON - With a fresh round of U.S. tariffs set to hit the world Wednesday, the United States trade representative faced pushback today from lawmakers worried about the fallout from President Donald Trump's efforts to realign global trade. Jamieson Greer faced questions from the Senate finance committee about how T...
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In the news today: Carney, Poilievre kick off week in B.C.
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Carney, Poilievre kick off week in B.C. The Liberal and Conservative leaders both started the third week of the federal election campaign in British Columbia - a battleground province with 43 seats up for grabs when Canadians go t...
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Legal group apologizes after disinviting 'Peace by Chocolate' owner over Gaza comment
FREDERICTON - A national legal group has apologized and begun an internal review after facing widespread criticism for cancelling a keynote speech by a prominent Syrian refugee. The Advocates' Society last month rescinded an invitation to Tareq Hadhad, owner of the Nova Scotia confectioner Peace by Chocolate to speak a...
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World

Wayne Gretzky says he has 'no political power' over the president or prime minister
TORONTO (AP) - Retired NHL great Wayne Gretzky downplayed his influence on Donald Trump in his first public comments since the U.S. president began his second term and began making references to making Canada the 51st state. On a radio show Monday hosted by Ben Mulroney, son of former conservative Prime Minister Brian ...
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At least 18 dead, more than 120 injured in roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) - At least 18 people died and more than 120 were injured after a roof fell at a nightclub in the capital of the Dominican Republic early Tuesday, authorities said. Crews were searching for potential survivors in the rubble at Jet Set in Santo Domingo, said Juan Manuel Ménde...
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Iran's foreign minister says he will have indirect talks with US envoy over Tehran's nuclear program
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran 's foreign minister said Tuesday he'll meet with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Oman for the first negotiations under the Trump administration seeking to halt Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program as tensions remain high in the Middle East. Speaking to Iranian state television ...
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South Korea says its military fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the border
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - South Korea says its military has fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the border. South Korea's military said about 10 North Korean soldiers returned to the North's territory after South Korea fired made warning broadcasts and fired warning shots. It says South Korea is clo...
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A US-Russian crew of 3 launches to the International Space Station
MOSCOW (AP) - A U.S.-Russian crew of three launched Tuesday to the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian crewmates lifted off from the Russia-leased Baikonur launch facility in Kazakhstan in a Russian Soyuz rocket. Their Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft is set to dock at the station in just over t...
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Florida wins its third national title and denies Houston its first, rallying for 65-63 victory
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Florida and Walter Clayton Jr. somehow overcame Houston's spirit-crushing defense Monday night to will out a 65-63 victory in an NCAA title-game thriller not decided until Clayton's own D stopped the Cougars from taking a game-winning shot at the buzzer. Clayton finished with 11 points, all in the se...
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