Court proceedings
'I didn't know there was a body in there': witness testifies at Prince Albert murder trial
Editor's note: the following story contains graphic details of violence that some readers may be sensitive to or find disturbing.On the cold December morning Byron Bear was shot and killed outside a home in Prince Albert's midtown area, there were multiple people armed there with illegal guns and they had all been cons...
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Canada Revenue Agency to audit Saskatchewan for not paying carbon levies: Moe
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the Canada Revenue Agency plans to audit the province for not paying carbon levies on home heating.Moe says the agency has indicated it will look at Saskatchewan's books to see how much the province owes in levies that weren't paid to Ottawa.The Saskatchewan Party government...
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TheatreFest 2024
TheatreFest wraps up in Battlefords with night of winners
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Court proceedings
'I didn't know there was a body in there': witness testifies at Prince Albert murder trial
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COOKIES FOR CATS!
Don't forget to smile as you buy a cookie for the P.A. SPCA
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Prince Albert
Fare increase
City council in favour of transit fare increase
After several minutes of discussion, Prince Albert's city council voted to pursue a recommendation by transit staff to increase fares. While the change is not yet final as it must be passed at a regular council meeting, council pointed out that despite the increase, fares remain the lowest in Saskatchewan. Transit mana...
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Court proceedings
'I didn't know there was a body in there': witness testifies at Prince Albert murder trial
Editor's note: the following story contains graphic details of violence that some readers may be sensitive to or find disturbing.On the cold December morning Byron Bear was shot and killed outside a home in Prince Albert's midtown area, there were multiple people armed there with illegal guns and they had all been cons...
14h ago
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COOKIES FOR CATS!
Don't forget to smile as you buy a cookie for the P.A. SPCA
It's a good week to grab a cookie with a pink and blue smile and support some furry critters at the same time. The Tim Hortons annual Smile Cookie campaign launched on Monday with the proceeds from restaurants in Prince Albert benefiting the local SPCA. Manager of Operations Ashley Bober said they were over the moon ex...
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Court proceedings
Man responsible for double murder at James Smith Cree Nation, receives concurrent life sentences
A man who committed a double murder at James Smith Cree Nation, has received two concurrent life sentences and is not eligible for parole for 16 years.Shawn Moostoos, 36, appeared Monday morning at Court of King's Bench in Melfort. The case was originally scheduled for trial, however guilty pleas were instead entered t...
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CLEANING THE BRIDGES
City of P.A. begins cleaning of bridges and overpasses
Starting Monday, the City of Prince Albert is kicking off its spring cleaning plans on the city's bridges and overpasses.Until May 7, crews will be power washing the Diefenbaker Bridge and Riverside overpasses. Work will also be done on the Central Avenue Viaduct, the Sixth Avenue East Viaduct, the CN Bridge and Shellb...
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Executive Committee meeting
Bus fare increase and ceremonial grounds for Friendship Centre on Monday agenda
Prince Albert city council will have a few things to consider on Monday for their Executive Committee meeting, including an increase in bus fares. Staff are proposing increases in several areas. If approved, the fares would be $3/ride or $25/book of 10 tickets for all ages. Adults would pay $80 for a monthly pass, seni...
Apr 28, 2024
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Saskatchewan
Canada Revenue Agency to audit Saskatchewan for not paying carbon levies: Moe
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the Canada Revenue Agency plans to audit the province for not paying carbon levies on home heating.Moe says the agency has indicated it will look at Saskatchewan's books to see how much the province owes in levies that weren't paid to Ottawa.The Saskatchewan Party government...
15h ago
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Court proceedings
Man responsible for double murder at James Smith Cree Nation, receives concurrent life sentences
A man who committed a double murder at James Smith Cree Nation, has received two concurrent life sentences and is not eligible for parole for 16 years.Shawn Moostoos, 36, appeared Monday morning at Court of King's Bench in Melfort. The case was originally scheduled for trial, however guilty pleas were instead entered t...
17h ago
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Retailer London Drugs closes stores in Western Canada due to 'cybersecurity incident'
Confused shoppers milled around the front of a London Drugs store in downtown Vancouver on Monday, some wondering aloud why they couldn't access the store to get prescriptions or buy hair dye.A metal gate was blocking them from the store at the corner of West Georgia and Granville streets, a security guard occasionally...
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NATURAL RESOURCES
New provincial funding to help boost Indigenous partnership in natural resource projects
The province is making a large investment to help grow Indigenous partnerships in the natural resource sector. On Monday, the Government of Saskatchewan announced a $400,000 investment in the First Nations Natural Resource Centre of Excellence, which will help identify roadblocks faced by Indigenous peoples trying to f...
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FIRST NATIONS POWER
First Nations Power Authority signs MOU with SaskEnergy
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the First Nations Power Authority of Saskatchewan and SaskEnergy is inked. The MOU intends to explore new energy sources for Indigenous communities and increase participation through cleaner energy initiatives, according to a media release from SaskEnergy. "Working with ...
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RAW MATERIALS
Conference on exploring Canada's raw materials returns to P.A.
After a successful first year in Prince Albert, the Canadian Centre for Raw Materials is bringing more international interest to the city. The Second Annual Raw Materials Conference begins Monday in Prince Albert with about 14 delegates, many from Africa, attending the event, hosted by the Canadian Centre for Raw Mater...
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Local Sports
CHAMPIONS!!!
Canoe Lake beats Sandy Lake to win 2024 Senator's Cup
A thrilling weekend of hockey came to a close on Sunday night with the Canoe Lake Young Guns winning the 2024 Senator's Cup The Young Guns clinched the title with a 4-2 victory over the Sandy Lake Chiefs on Sunday night at the Art Hauser Centre. Sandy Lake previously beat the Young Guns 3-2 on Sunday evening, forcing C...
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Forever recognized
PASHOF welcomes new members during induction ceremony
The Prince Albert Sports Hall of Fame gained seven new members yesterday. During a ceremony at the Ches Leach Lounge inside the Art Hauser Centre on Saturday night, the Class of 2024 were each honoured with an induction video and given a medal and a pin from some of the Hall's directors and executives. The Class of 202...
Apr 28, 2024
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National champions
Zablocki and the Rebels are Esso Cup champions
It was a storybook ending for Prince Albert's Stryker Zablocki and the Regina Rebels as they claimed gold at the 2024 Esso Cup.Zablocki scored the winning goal and was named the tournament's MVP as the Rebels beat the North York Storm 2-1 on Saturday.The gold medal game was a rematch of the first game of the tournament...
Apr 28, 2024
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Battle ready
Predators set to defend title as new PGLL season approaches
The Prince Albert Jr. Predators lacrosse club are prepared to put their Prairie Gold Lacrosse League (PGLL) title on the line as their first game in a new season is on the horizon. Saturday marks the beginning of another climb to the top of the mountain for the club after they managed to accomplish the feat last year, ...
Apr 26, 2024
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Weekend hockey
PAGC set to host largest Senator's Cup tournament to date
Indigenous hockey teams from across the prairies are in Prince Albert this weekend for the eighth annual Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) Senator's Cup. The 2024 edition of the tournament will feature 19 teams competing for the grand prize, three more than last year when they had 16. This year will feature three team...
Apr 26, 2024
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THE FINAL FOUR
Zablocki and the Rebels off to Esso Cup semi-finals
Prince Albert's Stryker Zablocki and the Regina Rebels are off to the semi-finals of the Esso Cup after winning their final round-robin game.Zablocki had one assist in the 4-3 win over the Northern Subway Selects from Nova Scotia to finish second in the standings, qualifying for the next round.The Rebels were off to a ...
Apr 26, 2024
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PA Profiles
SIGA
SIGA and Northern Lights Casino main sponsors of the 31st PAGC Fine Arts Festival
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) Vice President of Corporate Affairs Pat Cook has attended the PAGC Fine Arts Festival several times over the course of her career and every time is blown away by the talent demonstrated by the youth. "There is so much talent in the North, and seeing the artwork and dance...
Apr 25, 2024
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skin care +
LUXE22 Clinic : Elevating Beauty with Expert Treatments
LUXE22 Laser & Medical Aesthetics Clinic Inc. strives to provide clients with LUXE level treatments that yield results. Owner and operator Crystal Otto is passionate about making clients feel at ease discussing aesthetic concerns. She emphasizes the importance of a consultation that's provided at no charge. "I...
Apr 23, 2024
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Unlocking success in real estate with Glenn Zdrill
With a career steeped in years of retail triumphs, Glenn Zdrill brought a unique perspective to the real estate landscape when he joined the industry over a year ago. But his success story isn't just about navigating the intricacies of retail; it's about leveraging that experience to redefine the real estate industry's...
Apr 17, 2024
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Anderson Motors: Driving towards a bright future
Around Anderson Motors in Prince Albert, shuttle driver Gay Horrocks is known as 'a real ball of fire.'She is full of energy, has a contagious laugh and approaches each day with enthusiasm. "Everybody who works here is truly happy because you're treated like family. I just love my job." she said. Maintaining ...
Apr 17, 2024
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Investing
Cole Kachur: Transforming Wealth Management with Exceptional Results
Warren Buffet - perhaps the greatest investor of all time - once said:Intensity is the price of excellence.Cole Kachur agrees; you can't become an expert at something without devoting great time to it. That's why Cole and his team at Kachur Wealth Management Group are so intense about following a systemic process that ...
Mar 11, 2024
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SIGA
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority values its staff
For Zane Hansen, who comes from the Waterhen Lake First Nation in northwestern Saskatchewan, there's a guiding principle he follows as president and CEO of the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). That principle, he says, is pimâcihowin, or making a living."It's really finding one's belonging and the...
Mar 11, 2024
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Canada
McGill says it will try to de-escalate standoff with camps before calling in police
Montreal's McGill University says it will make efforts to de-escalate before asking for police help with a camp that's been set up on campus by pro-Palestinian activists. An update from the school late yesterday warned that if the situation evolves further "beyond the university's protocols" it will have &quo...
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In the news today: StatCan to release February GDP report today
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... StatCan to release February GDP report today Statistics Canada is set to release its February gross domestic product report today. Along with that GDP report will be a preliminary estimate for the co...
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Conestoga is a foreign student mecca. Is its climb to riches leading it off a cliff?
KITCHENER, Ont. - The smell of South Asian spices wafts from the "Blends and Curries" food counter. Conversations in Hindi and Gujurati flood the bustling hallways, which quickly get packed as students pour in and out of classes. Cliques of Indian youth, who appear to make up a majority of the student popula...
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Preliminary matter for man accused of killing four women goes into second day
WINNIPEG - Lawyers return to court today to hash out a pre-trial argument in the case of a Winnipeg man accused of killing four women. Lawyers for Jeremy Skibicki are arguing for a trial by judge alone, saying two years of publicity may sway the jury panel that was picked last week. The court is slated to hear testimo...
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'Deeply unhappy' grocery shoppers plan to boycott Loblaw-owned stores in May
A boycott targeting Loblaw is gaining momentum online, with what could be thousands of shoppers taking their money elsewhere in May.It's the latest sign of Canadians' mounting frustration with the major grocers, which have been under political and public scrutiny for rising food prices and profits."We don't want t...
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CP NewsAlert: B.C. police make arrest in deadly White Rock stabbing
WHITE ROCK, B.C. - British Columbia homicide investigators say they have arrested a 28-year-old man in relation to a deadly stabbing near the White Rock pier last week. More coming. The Canadian Press
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World
The top UN court will rule shortly on Nicaragua's request for Germany to halt aid to Israel
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) - The president of the top United Nations court opened a hearing Tuesday to deliver judges' decision on a request by Nicaragua to order a halt to German military and other aid to Israel amid the devastating Gaza conflict. Nicaragua, a longstanding ally of the Palestinians, alleges that Germa...
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Sword-wielding man attacks passersby in London, killing a 13-year-old boy and injuring other people
LONDON (AP) - A man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and police officers in a east London suburb, killing a 13-year-old boy and injuring four others, authorities said Tuesday. A 36-year-old man was arrested at the scene, police said, adding that the incident is not being treated as terror-related or a &q...
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Netanyahu vows to invade Rafah 'with or without a deal' as cease-fire talks with Hamas continue
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged Tuesday to launch an incursion into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are sheltering from the almost 7-month-long war, as cease-fire negotiations between Israel and Hamas appear to be gaining steam. Neta...
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Protesters take over Columbia University's Hamilton Hall in escalation of anti-war demonstrations
NEW YORK (AP) - Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York early Tuesday, barricading the entrances and unfurling a Palestinian flag out of a window in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide. Video footage sh...
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Chinese scientist who published first sequence of COVID virus protests after being evicted from lab
SHANGHAI (AP) - The first scientist to publish a sequence of the COVID-19 virus in China was staging a sit-in protest after authorities locked him out of his lab. Virologist Zhang Yongzhen wrote in an online post on Monday that he and his team were suddenly notified they were being evicted from their lab, the latest in...
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Backers of a ban on gender care for minors in Kansas fail to override the governor's veto
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Republican legislators in Kansas failed Monday to override the Democratic governor's veto of a proposed ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors. The vote was 82-43 in the state House to reverse Gov. Laura Kelly's veto, but that was two votes shy of the necessary two-thirds majority. Two ...
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