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Prince Albert

No major injuries reported
Truck rolls after hitting snow plow on Highway 3
A 37-year-old man was taken to hospital on Tuesday in Prince Albert after a motor vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck and a snow plow.According to Buckland Fire and Rescue, crews were called out around 8 a.m. for an entrapment on Highway 3 west. When they arrived, they discovered a truck had collided with a sno...
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Investigations
Increased police presence in Prince Albert Riverview neighbourhood
There is a increased police presence on Bowerman Cres. in Prince Albert Riverview area.Saskatchewan RCMP have confirmed for paNOW "an ongoing investigation" is underway. They do not have any further details available at this time.People are asked to avoid the areas where police officers are present and follow...
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Court proceedings
Victim's family reacts to dangerous driver breaching conditions, facing jail time
A man grieving the loss of his mother, says he is disappointed the man responsible for the fatal car crash was given an opportunity and blew it.Darrell Prokopie spoke to paNOW Tuesday afternoon on the steps of Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert.Just minutes prior, in one of the building's smaller courtrooms, 24-yea...
6h ago
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Supporting Raiders eductation fund
Raiders 50/50s making waves around province
The excitement for the Prince Albert Raiders playoff run has resulted in a couple of big crowds to start the playoffs. That excitement has lead to a couple of huge 50/50 totals in the first two home games of the playoffs.Game 1 saw a total of $77,420 with a take home total of $38,710, while Game 2 saw $96,370 and a tak...
7h ago
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WHL All Stars
Rudolph, Orsulak named WHL First Team All Stars
With Raiders goaltender Michal Orsulak earning the honours of Rookie of the Year with his team, and Daxon Rudolph earning a list of awards including the team's MVP, the two are now being recognized by the league for their efforts. Both Rudolph and Orsulak have been named to the WHL's Eastern Conference First Team All S...
9h ago
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Terrible loss
'It's a terrible blow for the community': Smeaton suffers roof collapse at community hub
A small community northeast of Prince Albert is reeling after losing the building that houses their skating and curling rinks and community hall. Sometime overnight the building, in Smeaton suffered a roof collapse."Its a terrible blow for the community," Mayor Lyle White told paNOW. "In these small town...
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Saskatchewan

historic mission
Space enthusiasts excited as Canadian set to circle the moon
Humans will be headed back to the moon on Wednesday as part of NASA's Artemis II mission if everything goes as planned. It will include Canadian astronaut and mission specialist Jeremy Hansen, who will become the first non-American to travel beyond low Earth orbit, if the mission is successful. The 10-day lunar flyby ...
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Navigating the law
PLEA launches new legal resources for Indigenous communities in Saskatchewan
The Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan (PLEA) has launched a new set of plain-language legal resources aimed at helping Indigenous communities better understand and navigate the law.The project includes a new website, print materials and educational tools tailored specifically to Indigenous audiences; h...
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summer vacay
Online campsite reservations for Sask. Parks begins April 13
Residents eager to secure a summer getaway in Saskatchewan's provincial parks can begin booking campsites starting April 13.The provincial government has released its 2026 reservation schedule, with seasonal campsites opening first, followed by nightly and specialty accommodations throughout the week."Our parks pr...
11h ago
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Pest Control
Ottawa allows temporary use of gopher poison in Alberta, Saskatchewan
Ottawa is temporarily allowing the return of the rodent poison strychnine in Alberta and Saskatchewan as those provinces grapple with gopher infestations.A statement from the federal ministers of health and agriculture says allowing its use will help farmers address damage caused by Richardson's ground squirrels.The fe...
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Social media ban
Sask. parents have split reactions on need for social media ban for minors
Saskatchewan parents are at odds over a possible ban on social media for kids under the age of 16.On Monday, Premier Scott Moe said the provincial government will poll the public on how it feels about prohibiting social media apps for kids who aren't old enough to get their driver's licence."There's much discussio...
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Public Health Inspections
Is your favourite restaurant up to code? Here's how you can check.
If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the kitchen doors of your favourite eatery, there's an easy way to find out: the public health reports online highlight any issues found during routine inspections.A quick search of your favourite restaurant could show it is not in compliance with maintenance and general sani...
Mar 30, 2026
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Local Sports

Senior Hockey
Shellbrook wins first TRHL title after double overtime triumph in Game 5
Third time is the charm for the Shellbrook Elks. Shellbrook crowned themselves champions of the Twin Rivers Hockey League (TRHL) for the first time in club history on Saturday after downing the Rosthern Wheat Kings 3-2 in the best-of-five finals, taking Game 5 in double overtime 4-3 in Rosthern. Shellbrook was trailin...
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Supporting Raiders eductation fund
Raiders 50/50s making waves around province
The excitement for the Prince Albert Raiders playoff run has resulted in a couple of big crowds to start the playoffs. That excitement has lead to a couple of huge 50/50 totals in the first two home games of the playoffs.Game 1 saw a total of $77,420 with a take home total of $38,710, while Game 2 saw $96,370 and a tak...
7h ago
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WHL All Stars
Rudolph, Orsulak named WHL First Team All Stars
With Raiders goaltender Michal Orsulak earning the honours of Rookie of the Year with his team, and Daxon Rudolph earning a list of awards including the team's MVP, the two are now being recognized by the league for their efforts. Both Rudolph and Orsulak have been named to the WHL's Eastern Conference First Team All S...
9h ago
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Best of the Best
P.A. Wrestling Club shines at provincial championships in home tournament
The gymnasium inside of St. Mary High School in Prince Albert was the hub for Saskatchewan Wrestling Provincials over the weekend. Hundreds of wrestlers from the U15 age class up to Senior made the trek to P.A. to fight for a chance to head to the national championships next month in Grande Prairie, Alta. Clubs came fr...
10h ago
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Family Pizza Foxes
U13 AA provincial championship win highlights growth of female hockey in Prince Albert
After a stellar season, the U13 AA Family Pizza Foxes female hockey team was crowned provincial champions this past weekend.Head Coach Corey Trann said right from the start, the girls bought into learning, working hard and being great teammates."All those things together is what makes a great team. We managed to g...
Mar 30, 2026
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Basketball
Carlton makes history with second place finish at HOOPLA
Entering the 5A provincial basketball championships, the Carlton Crusaders Seniors Boy's Basketball Team knew they were underdogs and they were also fully aware of the fact no team before them had ever made the medal round.But this year's talented team took that as a challenge and proved all their naysayers wrong, fini...
Mar 30, 2026
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PA Profiles

Celebrates A Decade Of Learning
Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee
The Saskatchewan First Nations Spelling Bee celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026, bringing together 256 First Nations students from across the province for a day of learning, confidence‑building, and cultural pride. Held at Tommy Douglas Collegiate in Saskatoon, the event welcomed youths between the ages of 6 and ...
Mar 25, 2026
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Made in Saskatchewan
Find My Plus One: The Canadian App for Getting Out and Living Your Best Life
Saskatchewan is packed with things to do, but let's be honest, sometimes the hardest part isn't finding the event. It's finding someone to go with. That's true whether you're in Prince Albert, Prince George, or Prince Edward Island.That problem is exactly what Prince Albert social worker and lifelong community advocate...
Mar 09, 2026
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A trusted name
GL Mobile Communications - Connecting Prince Albert for Over 30 Years
For more than three decades, GL Mobile Communications has been a trusted name in Prince Albert, proudly serving customers across Saskatchewan with reliable wireless and communication solutions. As a full-service dealer for SaskTel, GL Mobile offers expert advice, competitive plans, and personalized service you won't fi...
Mar 04, 2026
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SIGA named a 2026 Saskatchewan Top Employer
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud, for a third consecutive year, to be named a Saskatchewan Top Employer by Canada's Top 100 Employers. Now in its 21st year, Saskatchewan's Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places t...
Mar 02, 2026
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Bring the outdoors inside
Lakeland Log and Timber - Where Log Becomes Legacy
There's a moment many people dream about: morning light filtering through tall pines, the quiet ripple of water nearby, the warmth of natural wood surrounding you as you sip your coffee. It's not just a house-it's a feeling. A connection to nature. A place that slows life down while standing strong for generations. At ...
Feb 02, 2026
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Freedom and Flexibility
How App-Based Work Creates Economic Opportunity
In today's busy world, where schedules shift and responsibilities change in an instant, many people in Saskatchewan are turning to flexible app-based work as an accessible way to earn extra income - when, where, and how they want. App-based work offered through local commerce platforms like DoorDash creates new opportu...
Dec 12, 2025
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Canada

Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya Gebala is out of intensive care: dad
VANCOUVER - The father of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., mass shooting victim Maya Gebala says his daughter has been transferred out of intensive care into a "recovery and rehab-focused unit." David Gebala says in a Facebook post that the 12-year-old doesn't see...
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Alcohol, 'Buy Canadian' policy flagged by U.S. as trade irritants: report
OTTAWA - Provincial rules around alcohol and the federal government's "Buy Canadian" policy have been flagged in a new report citing several trade irritants between Canada and the U.S. The annual document prepared by the Office of the United States Tra...
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First Nation leader Robert Phillips says proposed DRIPA changes would gut legislation
VICTORIA - A First Nations leader said proposed amendments to British Columbia's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act would take a "sledgehammer" to the landmark legislation. Robert Phillips of the First Nations Summit said the amendment...
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Construction work officially begins on $3-billion wind farm northeast of Quebec City
BEAUPRÉ - Construction on a major wind farm northeast of Quebec City has been officially launched, with an investment of $3 billion. The first two phases of the Des Neiges wind farm - the southern sector and the Charlevoix sector - will comprise a tota...
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Former Vancouver mayor laments 'normalcy' of Downtown Eastside 'despair'
VANCOUVER - Former senator and Vancouver mayor Larry Campbell says it was a "depressing and traumatic experience" when he began his work as a provincial adviser in the Downtown Eastside last year, but his initial despair then changed to hope. He said h...
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Reactions to the death of former politician and social activist Stephen Lewis
OTTAWA - --- "Mr. Lewis was a tireless advocate for global justice, equity and human dignity. He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, colleagues and all those around the worl...
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World

Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the University of Pennsylvania to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination but said it did not have to r...
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Judge orders Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom where it demolished the East Wing of the White House, barring work from proceeding without congressional approval. ...
9h ago
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Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQ+ kids
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a law banning "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ+ kids in Colorado, one of about two dozen states that ban the discredited practice. An 8-1 high court majority sided with a Christi...
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King Charles to make a state visit to the US despite calls to cancel due to the Iran war
LONDON (AP) - King Charles III is going ahead with a state visit to the United States next month, despite calls for the ceremonial event to be called off due to U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated criticism of the British government for failing to s...
16h ago
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Feds probe whether NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider
NEW YORK (AP) - Federal prosecutors are investigating whether a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to Gov. Kathy Hochul, accepted bribes or kickbacks in connection with the appropriation of city funds to a migrant shelter provider, ac...
Mar 30, 2026
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NASA begins the countdown for humanity's first launch to the moon in 53 years
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - NASA began the countdown Monday for humanity's first launch to the moon in 53 years. The 32-story Space Launch System rocket is poised to blast off Wednesday evening with four astronauts. After a day in orbit ...
Mar 30, 2026
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