trafficking charges
'Baby Glen' busted in Rosthern, trafficking charges added to the list
"Baby" Glen Halkett, who recently escaped from the Prince Albert Penitentiary, has been arrested by RCMP's Warrant Enforcement Team in Rosthern and now faces additional charges of trafficking in drugs. The 29-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after he was seen in the passenger seat of a vehicle in the parking ...
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Missing woman
P.A. Police searching for woman who may be in vulnerable state
The Prince Albert Police Service issued a release on Wednesday asking for the public's assistance in locating 37-year-old woman Kateri Daniels, and police say she could be in a vulnerable state.Daniels was last seen on Jan. 20 in the unit block of 13th Street East around 4:00 a.m.She's described as a female standing at...
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Agricultural Benefits Settlement
NOTICE OF RATIFICATION VOTE - Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
Community safety
MADD Canada recognizes two P.A. officers with Van de Vorst Family Award
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Leading on and off the ice
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Prince Albert
Missing woman
P.A. Police searching for woman who may be in vulnerable state
The Prince Albert Police Service issued a release on Wednesday asking for the public's assistance in locating 37-year-old woman Kateri Daniels, and police say she could be in a vulnerable state.Daniels was last seen on Jan. 20 in the unit block of 13th Street East around 4:00 a.m.She's described as a female standing at...
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Community safety
MADD Canada recognizes two P.A. officers with Van de Vorst Family Award
Two Prince Albert Police officers were honoured on Wednesday for their efforts in combating impaired driving in our city. Const. Rob Lindsay and Const. Harlovepreet Gahrha were recognized with MADD Canada's Van de Vorst Family Award for their dedication to keeping P.A. safe from impaired drivers. This year marks the si...
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trafficking charges
'Baby Glen' busted in Rosthern, trafficking charges added to the list
"Baby" Glen Halkett, who recently escaped from the Prince Albert Penitentiary, has been arrested by RCMP's Warrant Enforcement Team in Rosthern and now faces additional charges of trafficking in drugs. The 29-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after he was seen in the passenger seat of a vehicle in the parking ...
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Crime
Hatchet-wielding gang member receives four months jail after threatening casino security guards
Less than two weeks after being deemed a high risk to re-offend, a man was found in Prince Albert and while brandishing a hatchet, made it well known to security guards at a local business he was affiliated with a street gang, yelling out its name.Those were among the facts read Wednesday morning at Prince Albert Provi...
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Complex needs
City hopes province will consider P.A. next for complex needs facility
A less-discussed portion of the City of Prince Albert's push to manage homelessness is its request to the provincial government to fund a local complex needs shelter. Two such shelters have been created as test sites in Saskatchewan's larger cities but both the City of Prince Albert council and other organizations that...
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Healthy communties
Sask. pharmacies receive upgrade
Families around the province now have another option to get tested and treated for strep throat and ear infections. The Government of Saskatchewan is launching new services in multiple communities including Prince Albert, Melfort, and Meadow Lake.In total, 11 pharmacies have been selected to conduct testing for strep t...
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Saskatchewan
Water main break delays sentencing for two women in Gallagher case
At Saskatoon's Court of King's Bench on Wednesday, sentencing was delayed for two women who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the Megan Gallagher case.A water main break in the area caused the courthouse to close its operations while crews worked on repairs.In a packed courtroom, Justice Mona Dovell adjourned sentencin...
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CFIA: inspectors might go to Italy to investigate salmonella outbreak
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said it's possible that investigators will be sent to Italy to determine the source of a salmonella outbreak that's sickened at least 61 people in Canada.On Saturday, the agency recalled an imported brand of Italian mini-pastries distributed at catered events, hospitals and retiremen...
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environment
Northern author selected as Family Literacy Day reader
La Ronge's Miriam Körner has been selected to read from her book Fox and Bear as part of Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27. "I was really excited when the Saskatchewan Literacy Network contacted me and let me know that Fox and Bear was chosen for Family Literacy Day," she remarked. "The theme is Learni...
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Oil and Gas Tariffs
Oil and gas experts weigh in on Trump tariffs
Corey Chmelnyk is of two minds about President Donald Trump's threat for a 25 per cent tariff to Canada. "I honestly wouldn't say there's panic yet because I think there's still the potential that we don't see the tariffs," said the operations manager and part owner Meridian Energy Services. "Hopefully t...
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'String of disappointments': Canola producers say paused plants could hurt economy
In the same week, two major canola crush projects worth billions of dollars in the Regina area were put on hold, leaving producers to question what it means for the industry and the growth they represented in the economy.On Friday, Federated Co-operatives Ltd. (FCL) announced it was putting a pause on its canola crush ...
Jan 21, 2025
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Musk's straight-arm gesture embraced by right-wing extremists regardless of what he meant
NEW YORK (AP) - Right-wing extremists are celebrating Elon Musk's straight-arm gesture during a speech Monday, although his intention wasn't totally clear and some hate watchdogs are saying not to read too much into it. "I just want to say thank you for making it happen," Musk said during a speech at Capitol ...
Jan 21, 2025
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Enhancing Skills and Confidence
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Community safety
MADD Canada recognizes two P.A. officers with Van de Vorst Family Award
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Leading on and off the ice
Raiders captain Christensen talks community involvement
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Prince Albert & Regina
SIGA and Northern Lights Casino announce $100,000 to build two new Ronald McDonald Houses
environment
Northern author selected as Family Literacy Day reader
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National Spotlight
Two Northern Bears named to Team Sask. for NAHC
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Local Sports
Leading on and off the ice
Raiders captain Christensen talks community involvement
When you ask the Prince Albert Raiders organization what their goal is in developing the players that come to our city, you'll get an answer along the lines of, 'we don't just want to develop good hockey players, we want to develop good people'. That's a belief that is shared by Raiders captain Justice Christensen who ...
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Sask. Roughriders shore up O-line with Trevon Tate extension
Trevon Tate will be back in green and white for another CFL season.The Saskatchewan Roughriders have announced the American offensive lineman has signed an extension with the club. Tate is expected to be the team's starting left tackle after Trevor Reid - the team's Most Outstanding Rookie nominee - was released to pur...
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National Spotlight
Two Northern Bears named to Team Sask. for NAHC
A pair of Mann-Northway Northern Bears will be heading to B.C. this spring to represent Team Saskatchewan at the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). Rookie-forward Olivia Trann and goaltender Nikita Krayetski were two of 20 players selected to the team that will compete for national gold in May. Trann...
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PA Wrestlers return with 37 medals
Kvashulko earns tournament MVP award as St. Mary's and Carlton wrestling teams return from Regina
With wrestlers from all over Saskatchewan and even one team from Manitoba in attendance, Prince Albert schools Ecole St. Mary High School and Carlton Comprehensive High School sent a total of 54 wrestlers to O'Neill High School in Regina last weekend for the 2025 Titans Wrestling Classic. St. Mary's not only won the to...
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Key CFL dates for 2025: Combine in Regina in March, training camps open May 11
The Canadian Football League's off-season schedule has been released before the 2025 season.CFL free agency gets underway on Feb. 11 with the free agency communication window happening from Feb. 2-9. The communication window allows free agents to begin working on contracts with potential landing spots.Read more:'I'm ex...
Jan 21, 2025
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Boxing
P.A. area boxers shine at Alberta silver gloves tournament
The youngest of six brothers is showing his toughness.Ayden Masuskapoe, 17, was competing last weekend at a silver gloves competition in Medicine Hat and finished first in his youth division."It's very rewarding and it really excites me just to fight," he said, when interviewed by paNOW on Monday.Masuskapoe w...
Jan 20, 2025
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PA Profiles
Agricultural Benefits Settlement
NOTICE OF RATIFICATION VOTE - Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
December 16, 2024 TO: THE MEMBERS OF PETER BALLANTYNE CREE NATION TAKE NOTICE that a Ratification Vote of the Voters of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation pursuant to the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Treaty 6 Agricultural Benefits Settlement Agreement Voting Guidelines (the "Voting Guidelines") will be held t...
Jan 15, 2025
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Athabasca Basin News
Athabasca Basin News
Dziret'ái Pilot Training Program takes flightA new and exciting opportunity has launched in northern Saskatchewan to help Indigenous students become commercial pilots. The Dziret'ái Pilot Training Program aims to provide Indigenous students with the skills needed to succeed in the aviation industry. The D...
Dec 02, 2024
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Brunch n' Lunch
Eggsmart: The new take on breakfast
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day. Many studies have linked eating breakfast to good health, including better memory and concentration and lower levels of heart disease. So - you could say eating breakfast is actually...smart. Now, there's a new restaurant in Prince Albert that offers sensibl...
Nov 21, 2024
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Nursing education
New early admission option to help alleviate tight timeline for nursing students
You've decided you want to become a registered nurse? Exciting! Nursing has so many career paths, there's a place for everyone to find their passion. Plus, registered nurses are in high demand, so by choosing this career, you're setting yourself up for opportunity, stability, and the ability to work almost anywhere. Wh...
Nov 18, 2024
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Nursing
Studying Nursing in Prince Albert with the University of Saskatchewan
"Becoming a nurse was something I knew I always wanted to do, but as a single mother, moving away from Prince Albert to complete my nursing degree was not realistic," says fourth year University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing student Desiré Hoare. "I was working as a massage therapist,...
Oct 20, 2024
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NLC
SIGA Casinos introduce new player loyalty reward program, SIGA Rewards
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud to announce the launch of its all-new loyalty program, SIGA Rewards. Representing an evolution of SIGA's commitment to exceptional guest experiences, SIGA Rewards takes the familiar hospitality of SIGA Casinos and elevates the experience for loyal members. "...
Oct 01, 2024
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Canada
Supreme Court certifies B.C.'s class-action lawsuit against opioid providers
British Columbia's attorney general says the Supreme Court of Canada has certified the province's class-action lawsuit against opioid manufacturers and distributors. Niki Sharma says B.C. can now proceed as a representative plaintiff on behalf of other Canadian governments with the litigation aimed at recovering the co...
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Mount Polley boss says 2014 B.C. mine spill not toxic as firm faces fisheries charges
The president of the company involved in the Mount Polley environmental disaster that poured millions of cubic metres of mine tailings into B.C. waterways 10 years ago says the material spilled wasn't toxic. Imperial Metals Corp. and two other firms were charged last month with 15 alleged Fisheries Act breaches, accuse...
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Poilievre 'not aware' of more than two genders; says there are other priorities
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he is only aware of two genders - male and female - and that the government should leave people alone. In an interview with CP24 news channel, Poilievre was asked about President Donald Trump signing an executive order declaring the U.S. will only recognize two sexes a...
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B.C. First Nation leader apologizes, walks back on Northern Gateway pipeline support
The president of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs is apologizing and walking back comments suggesting he supported reviving the Northern Gateway pipeline project, and now says he doesn't support "resuscitating dead projects." In a statement released by the union, Grand Chief Stewart Phillip says the pipeline rej...
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Carney, Arya file paperwork, officially entering Liberal leadership race
OTTAWA - Liberal leadership candidates Mark Carney and Chandra Arya have submitted their paperwork to enter the race ahead of tomorrow's deadline. The two appear to be the first through that gate, submitting the required signatures and a $50,000 deposit. Candidates have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to get their deposit in,...
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Trudeau to attend events marking the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will fly to Poland next week for events marking 80 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Trudeau's office says he'll be travelling Sunday to Tuesday and visiting the site of the Nazi regime's largest camp, where more than one million people were ...
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World
LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status
BANGKOK (AP) - Hundreds of LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand are expected to make their wedded status legal Thursday, the first day a law took effect granting them the same rights as heterosexual couples. The enactment of the Marriage Equality Act makes Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia and the third place in Asia ...
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LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status
BANGKOK (AP) - Hundreds of LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand are expected to make their wedded status legal Thursday, the first day a law took effect granting them the same rights as heterosexual couples. The enactment of the Marriage Equality Act makes Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia and the third place in Asia ...
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Mistrial declared after New Hampshire jury deadlocks in youth detention center rape case
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - A judge declared a mistrial Wednesday after jurors said they were deadlocked in the case of a former worker at New Hampshire's youth detention center charged with raping a 14-year-old boy in 1998. Jurors were unable to reach a verdict in the trial of Stephen Murphy, 55, of Danvers, Massachusetts, m...
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Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes visits Capitol Hill after Trump clemency
WASHINGTON (AP) - Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, the far-right extremist group leader convicted of seditious conspiracy in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack, visited Capitol Hill on Wednesday after President Donald Trump commuted his 18-year prison sentence. Rhodes' appearance came the day after he was released from priso...
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Evacuations ordered as new fast-moving wildfire threatens mountain homes north of Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Evacuations were ordered on Wednesday for remote communities near a new wind-driven wildfire in mountains north of Los Angeles, as Southern California endured more dangerous winds ahead of possible rain over the weekend. The Hughes Fire broke out late Wednesday morning and quickly burned through hund...
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At least 2 students have been shot and wounded at a Nashville high school, police say
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - At least two students were wounded by gunfire at a Nashville high school Wednesday but the situation has been contained, police said. Metro Nashville Police spokesperson April Weatherly could not immediately provide details of the conditions of those who were shot at Antioch High School. The sho...
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