Trump’s Tariffs
'We can't take our foot off the gas pedal': Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce responds after tariff delay
PanWhile yesterday's afternoon phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau yielded a 30-day reprieve from a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian exports, the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO says it's no time to rest on laurels. "We can't take our foot off the gas pedal," Pr...
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Hildebrand also goalie of the week
Rudolph named WHL's January rookie of the month
From the first day of January, Prince Albert Raiders rookie sensation Daxon Rudolph started to put together a point streak that almost until the end of the month. The month saw the Raiders play a total of 13 games, and Rudolph managed a point in the first 12 along with setting up a few plays that lead to goals in that ...
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Trump’s Tariffs
'We can't take our foot off the gas pedal': Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce responds after tariff delay
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PJHL hockey
Timberjaks junior hockey club quickly becoming a source of community pride and player growth
Wanted people
Police seek woman arrested after violent assault at Prince Albert apartment
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State of the City Address
Mayor committed to finding new ways to share operations and issues with the public
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Prince Albert
Trump’s Tariffs
'We can't take our foot off the gas pedal': Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce responds after tariff delay
PanWhile yesterday's afternoon phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau yielded a 30-day reprieve from a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian exports, the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO says it's no time to rest on laurels. "We can't take our foot off the gas pedal," Pr...
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Wanted people
Police seek woman arrested after violent assault at Prince Albert apartment
One of multiple people arrested after a violent assault at a Prince Albert apartment building, is on the run.The Prince Albert Police Service is requesting the public's help locating Abbey Abraham.The 27-year-old is wanted on multiple outstanding warrants including assault with a weapon, break and enter with intent, ut...
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State of the City Address
Mayor committed to finding new ways to share operations and issues with the public
During his 'State of the City Address' Mayor Bill Powalinsky focused on three priorities for the city of Prince Albert: safer community, growing city and enhanced services. But rather than just focusing on the problems, he highlighted several initiatives aimed at improving communication and transparency from city hall,...
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Arena plan
City to accept expressions of interest on Steuart Arena
Before making a final decision on what it will do with the Dave Steuart Arena, the City of Prince Albert will accepted formal expressions of interest from other parties. Council moved forward with that option after discussion at their Feb. 3 meeting where they were also given a letter from the Prince Albert Grand Counc...
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Shoe drive
Grade 10 Carlton student collects shoes for homeless in Prince Albert
A personal connection and a strong sense of caring led one Grade 10 student at Carlton High School to do a shoe drive for Prince Albert's homeless population. Emmy Sayazie, with the help of staff and some fellow students, spent a month collecting about 50 pairs of shoes, some new and some a bit used. "We reached o...
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Impaired driving
Charges laid after fatal rollover north of Prince Albert
A woman alleged responsible for a fatal rollover north of Prince Albert, has been charged with impaired driving, dangerous driving and operating a conveyance causing death.Destiny Michel, 33, from Prince Albert, is scheduled to appear at Prince Albert Provincial Court on Feb. 13.On August 4, 2024, Prince Albert RCMP re...
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Saskatchewan
Four dead at Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation: Saskatchewan RCMP
Saskatchewan RCMP said on Tuesday afternoon that the bodies of four people had been found inside a home on Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation.RCMP said in a news release that File Hills First Nations Police Service was called to the home around 11:15 a.m, and found the bodies.RCMP said in the release they were unable to pr...
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Farmers on tariffs
'Destabilizing': Grain farmer; Cereals Canada brace for uncertainty amid tariff threat
Uncertainty. That word and feeling has become a unifier across the country since US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on Canada. "That's really what the biggest problem right now is, there's no certainty in the market, there's no guarantee that these tariffs won't be put on," said Jeremy Welter, one o...
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Weather fluctuations
Out with the extreme cold, in with the snow
Keep your parka zipped and your layers on for now. Dangerous wind chill values of -40 C or colder continue in many parts of the province.Environment Canada issued a cold weather warning on Sunday and its continued with temperatures approaching -30 C and extremely cold wind chill values down to -45 C thanks to some ligh...
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Holding our breath
Sask. Premier Scott Moe cautiously optimistic after U.S. hits pause on tariffs
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe was cautiously optimistic on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump agreed not to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico for another month, pulling back from a plan that would have tipped North America into a trade war on Tuesday."The delay of President Trump's tariffs is welcome news...
Feb 04, 2025
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AI IN EDUCATION
AI in higher education: Sask. universities grapple with the future of learning
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into student learning, universities in Saskatchewan have begun implementing guidelines to help students use AI tools ethically while ensuring academic integrity.Dr. Nancy Turner, associate vice provost of Teaching and Learning at the University of Saskatch...
Feb 03, 2025
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BREAKING: U.S. tariffs on Canada will be paused for 30 days, Trudeau says
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the U.S. has agreed to pause tariffs on Canada for at least 30 days after he spoke with President Donald Trump this afternoon.Trudeau says in a social media post that Canada is implementing its $1.3-billion plan to strengthen the border and appointing a "fentanyl czar."Canad...
Feb 03, 2025
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What's Trending
Trump’s Tariffs
'We can't take our foot off the gas pedal': Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce responds after tariff delay
9h ago
Nursing
Studying Nursing in Prince Albert with the University of Saskatchewan
Wanted people
Police seek woman arrested after violent assault at Prince Albert apartment
12h ago
State of the City Address
Mayor committed to finding new ways to share operations and issues with the public
12h ago
Brunch n' Lunch
Eggsmart: The new take on breakfast
Arena plan
City to accept expressions of interest on Steuart Arena
13h ago
Court proceedings
Woman attacked at Prince Albert hotel and hit with hammer: police
16h ago
Local Sports
Hildebrand also goalie of the week
Rudolph named WHL's January rookie of the month
From the first day of January, Prince Albert Raiders rookie sensation Daxon Rudolph started to put together a point streak that almost until the end of the month. The month saw the Raiders play a total of 13 games, and Rudolph managed a point in the first 12 along with setting up a few plays that lead to goals in that ...
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Raiders win 5-2
Raiders extend point streak to nine games with win over Wild
One of the hottest teams in the WHL right now, the Prince Albert Raiders played host to the Wenatchee Wild Saturday night for the first time since the team moved from Winnipeg. The Raiders fell behind early, but they managed to score five straight goals to earn the 5-2 win.The Wild got the scoring started at the 3:16 m...
Feb 02, 2025
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Signing
Roughriders sign three-time All-CFLer Mike Rose
The Saskatchewan Roughriders were not content waiting for the Canadian Football League's (CFL) Free Agency communication window to open on Feb. 2, signing 32-year-old American defensive lineman Mike Rose on Saturday.Rose is a three-time All-CFLer, four-time West All-CFLer and a Grey Cup Champion.Rose was released by th...
Feb 01, 2025
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Key starter spots
Defensive backs, linemen a need for Riders ahead of free agency
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to return to the Grey Cup for the first time since 2013 this season.The team took positive steps towards that goal last season, returning to the playoffs and playing in the West Final under first-year head coach Corey Mace.Now the team will look to continue to build off of that mo...
Feb 01, 2025
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First time at the Art Hauser
Raiders set to welcome Wenatchee Wild to Prince Albert for first time
The Prince Albert Raiders are one of the hottest teams in the WHL right now with points in each of their last eight games, rattling off seven wins in that time to take the top spot in the East Division. They'll look to continue that momentum Saturday night at home as they welcome the Wenatchee Wild to the Art Hauser Ce...
Feb 01, 2025
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Potential Female Athlete of the Year
Local athletes nominated for Saskatchewan Sports Awards
The 40th Annual Saskatchewan Sports Awards are set to for January 30th in Saskatoon, and athletes and coaches from Prince Albert, Melfort, Makwa Sahgaiehancan First Nation just west of Meadow Lake, and Waldheim have been nominated for awards.One of three recipients of the Inspire Through Sport Award is Tony Fineblanket...
Jan 30, 2025
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PA Profiles
Professional security
Custom Security and Investigation: Reducing crime and growing careers
It's no secret that Prince Albert struggles with crime and safety. In 2024, there were more than 3,400 incidents of property crime including break and enter, and willful damage. There were also more than 1,600 incidents of violent crimes like assaults and uttering threats. That's why several businesses and property own...
Jan 31, 2025
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PJHL hockey
Timberjaks junior hockey club quickly becoming a source of community pride and player growth
There is a reason Prince Albert is known as 'Hockey Town North.' The nickname reflects the community's unwavering love for the game, and the widespread participation in the sport. Prince Albert has produced numerous talented players who have gone on to play professionally, further cementing its reputation as a hockey h...
Jan 23, 2025
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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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Canada
In the news today: Canadian unity in face of tariffs, wrongful conviction reviews
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Trump's threats bring Canadians together McGill University undergrad Daniel Miksha made a significant decision over the weekend. After hearing the news that U.S. President Donald Trump planned to impose 25 per cent tariffs on Cana...
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Ontario votes: Most leaders set to campaign in Greater Toronto Area
Ontario's main party leaders are mostly campaigning in the Greater Toronto area today as the focus of the snap election shifts to provincial issues. The threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods dominated the campaign trail at the start of the week, but with the hefty duties on hold until at least early March, the NDP a...
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New wrongful conviction review body could see hundreds of applications
OTTAWA - A new independent commission tasked by the federal government with reviewing miscarriages of justice could discover that more people than expected are serving prison sentences for crimes they didn't commit. Other countries that launched similar commissions have found that "the degree of wrongful convictio...
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'A madness in the air.' Trump's threats unleash patriotic wave among Canadians
FREDERICTON - McGill University undergrad Daniel Miksha made a significant decision over the weekend. After hearing the news that U.S. President Donald Trump planned to impose 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian exports, Miksha shelved his plans to apply to Boston University, Yale and Harvard for graduate studies. "I ...
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Booing of U.S. anthem continues at Canadian sporting events despite tariff pause
TORONTO - Canadian sports fans continued to voice their displeasure at American economic policies on Tuesday despite a pause in a trade war between Canada and the United States. Fans at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena booed during the U.S. national anthem before the Raptors hosted the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Loud cheers...
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B.C. fast-tracking 18 mining and energy projects in face of U.S. tariff threat
VICTORIA - The British Columbia government has released a list of 18 critical mineral and energy projects worth roughly $20 billion that it says it's working to accelerate in the face of ongoing tariff threats from the United States. The list contains mining projects that have received pushback from some B.C. and Alask...
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World
Iran's currency plunges to record low after Trump orders restart of 'maximum pressure' campaign
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) - Iran's currency plunged Wednesday to a record low of 850,000 rials to $1 after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a restart to the "maximum pressure" campaign targeting Tehran. Trump's order, signed Tuesday night, calls for halting Iran's oil exports and pursuing a "snapback" of...
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Philippine lawmakers from lower house back move to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte
MANILA, Philippines (AP) - Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, whose father is a former president, has been impeached by the House of Representatives after more than the required number of legislators signed a petition to remove her from office, an official said Wednesday. House of Representatives Secretary General...
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USAID direct hires put on leave worldwide, except those deemed essential
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration is placing U.S. Agency for International Development direct-hire staffers around the world on leave, except those deemed essential. A notice posted online Tuesday gives the workers 30 days to return home and targets the aid agency's six-decade mission overseas. Thousands of US...
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Senate confirms Pam Bondi as US attorney general, putting Trump ally at Justice Department's helm
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general Tuesday evening, putting a longtime ally of Donald Trump at the helm of a Justice Department that has already been rattled by the firings of career employees seen as disloyal to the Republican president. The vote fell almost entirely along party ...
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The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims and philanthropist, has died at 88
PARIS (AP) - The Aga Khan, who became the spiritual leader of the world's millions of Ismaili Muslims at age 20 as a Harvard undergraduate and poured a material empire built on billions of dollars in tithes into building homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries, has died. He was 88. His Aga Khan Development...
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Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's pick to oversee US spy agencies, clears Senate committee
WASHINGTON (AP) - Tulsi Gabbard's nomination to be President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence cleared a key Senate committee Tuesday despite concerns raised about her past comments sympathetic to Russia and a meeting with Syria's now-deposed leader. A former Democratic congresswoman, Gabbard is one of T...
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