Ceremonial gunshots
Police warn of ceremonial gunshots this evening
The Prince Albert Police and the city are warning the public that they may hear gunshots this evening but not to be concerned. The police said that four rounds will be discharged around 6 pm as the mataw samogamik ceremony begins at 1350 15th Avenue West.The ceremony is being hosted by the Prince Albert Indian and Meti...
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Community support
Gravy Bowl championship returns to Prince Albert
While perhaps not as well known as the Super Bowl, there's no denying there's a big appetite for the Gravy Bowl.It's a part of Poutine Week, a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince Albert (BBBS) that returns on Friday and there are 11 participating restaurants this year. BBBS Executive Director Natasha Thom...
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Ceremonial gunshots
Police warn of ceremonial gunshots this evening
The Prince Albert Police and the city are warning the public that they may hear gunshots this evening but not to be concerned. The police said that four rounds will be discharged around 6 pm as the mataw samogamik ceremony begins at 1350 15th Avenue West.The ceremony is being hosted by the Prince Albert Indian and Meti...
12m ago
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Community support
Gravy Bowl championship returns to Prince Albert
While perhaps not as well known as the Super Bowl, there's no denying there's a big appetite for the Gravy Bowl.It's a part of Poutine Week, a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince Albert (BBBS) that returns on Friday and there are 11 participating restaurants this year. BBBS Executive Director Natasha Thom...
1h ago
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Public safety
Police investigate midtown stabbing incident
Prince Albert police say a female found at a business in the city's midtown neighbourhood, was suffering from serious injuries consistent with a stabbing.Early Wednesday afternoon, at approximately 12:30 p.m, officers were called to the 1300 block of sixth Ave. E.Further investigation led officers to a residence in the...
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Economic unrest
Sask. snowbirds respond to tariffs and suggested travel regulations
The Saskatchewan snowbirds, who fly south for the winter, have found themselves caught in the middle of a trade war and could be facing increased regulations.On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested the preparation of a new travel rule that would force Canadians planning to stay in the U.S. for more than 30 da...
15h ago
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Revenue boost
Mayor welcomes additional provincial money in revenue sharing increase
A recent announcement by the province that revenues shared with municipalities will increase was welcomed by Prince Albert Mayor Bill Powalinsky. While the final dollar amount is not significant at $160,000 when compared to the city's overall budget of $88 million, it adds up. "The reaction is certainly one of gra...
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Wanted
P.A. Crime Stoppers, police look for woman wanted in forcible confinement case
Public help is being sought finding a 31-year-old woman wanted on weapons charges and forcibly confining a person using a weapon. Nika Okemow also has outstanding warrants for breaching a release order and not attending court. The alert was put out by Prince Albert Crime Stoppers and the P.A. Police on March 12. Okemow...
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Saskatchewan
Weather Advisory
Another blast of winter comes with snowfall warning
Snow is expected to be heavy at times as a system moves into north central Saskatchewan today."Technically, this could be a 'long haul' kind of storm, and we want people to remember that road conditions can be really different from one place to another," said Natalie Hasell, a warning preparedness meteorologi...
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Northern Dogs
'Meeting people where they're at': Northern communities developing strategies in wake of public health issue
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Overdose crisis
Province opens emergency centre to deal with drug crisis
Hundreds of overdoses in Saskatoon have prompted the government to activate the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC). The Sask. Public Safety Agency, the City, and the Ministry of Health will all work to manage the crisis, and have already increased the number of naloxone kits available. A week ago, Betty Nipp...
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cause for concern
Meteorologists say cuts to U.S. weather agency impacting Prairie weather data
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compensation
Timber Bay Children's Home survivor hopeful settlement will be reached soon
A recent settlement that was reached between Île-à-la Crosse Residential School attendees and the federal government is giving survivors of the Timber Bay Children's Home hope for compensation for their claim."I really don't know why things are the way they are today regarding not being recognized,&qu...
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Canada pushes back on U.S. tariffs as G7 ministers gather in Quebec
OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is welcoming her counterparts from some of the world's most powerful countries to Quebec this week, as Ottawa works to maintain unity between Washington and its Group of Seven partners and pushes back on U.S. tariffs."We all need to band together in the best wa...
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Local Sports
Raiders lose 5-3
Raiders drop heartbreaker in Lethbridge
After Saskatoon passed the Raiders by a point in the standings Tuesday and the Brandon did Wednesday afternoon, the Raiders needed a win Wednesday to protect their top spot in the East Division. The Raiders led for most of the a game against the Lethbridge Hurricanes, but they'd fall in the end 5-3 after an empty nette...
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From Player to Coach
Jackson Allan: North Stars Captain turns setback into opportunity
In his final year on the team and with a championship under his belt, Battlefords North Stars captain, Jackson Allan, now has the opportunity to use his knowledge and skills to assist the North Stars in a different way to end the season. After battling a serious injury over the past few months, the team has officially ...
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On the road
Raiders start Alberta road swing in Lethbridge with new face at the helm
The last time the Prince Albert Raiders played the Lethbridge Hurricanes, the Raiders had won five of their last six games, were first in the East Division, and had Jeff Truitt standing on the bench. As the Raiders get ready for Wednesday's matchup, the Raiders are now second in the East Division, have only won one of ...
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Mar 11, 2025
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Warman Wolverines
New Warman SJHL team reveals name, logo and colours
The new Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) team in Warman has officially revealed its name, logo and coloursTeam Co-Founder, Jon Abrametz announced yesterday on the SJHL Weekly Show that the Notre Dame Hounds will be rebranded as the Warman Wolverines, sporting the colours of teal, red, dark blue and white. The l...
Mar 11, 2025
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U18 AA hockey
Timberwolves season ends in heartbreaking double OT loss
Although the winning goal didn't go their way, Game 3 of a playoff series with the Saskatoon Screaming Eagles offered graduating members of the U18 AA Lake Country Timberwolves a memorable way to end their Prince Albert Minor Hockey careers.Almost three periods passed at a packed Kinsmen Arena Sunday night before any p...
Mar 11, 2025
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Investment News
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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...
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Sask summer tradition
Country Thunder: More than just a legendary musical experience
From the moment the gates open in Craven, SK to the last note of the final performance, the Country Thunder music festival experience goes beyond an incredible lineup of country music legends and rock stars. It's become an iconic series with festivals across North America, but Saskatchewan is where it all started. &quo...
Feb 19, 2025
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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
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Jan 15, 2025
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Canada
U.S. tariffs push Ottawa to invest more in Canadian steel, aluminum projects
OTTAWA - Industry Minister Francois Philippe Champagne says he's telling his department to prioritize investments in projects that primarily use Canadian steel and aluminum - part of Ottawa's reply to the Trump administration's trade war. Champagne says the move is in response to the "unfair and unjustified" ...
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Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director
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