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Proud traditions
Longtime Prince Albert business approaches major milestone
The year 2029 will be very significant for Ted Matheson Men's Wear in Prince Albert. In addition to celebrating its 100th anniversary, longtime owner Fred Matheson plans to step aside and pass the torch to his daughter Emilie, thereby marking four generations of family ownership. "As a father, my chest is bursting...
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Community projects
Christopher Lake Legion hall to receive major upgrade
The Legion Hall in Christopher Lake is set to undergo a major upgrade. A restoration campaign has set a goal of $300,000. Fundraising committee chair Dennis Richardson, a longtime cottage owner in the area, said that faced with the option of paying $750,000 for a new building, they opted to restore the current landmark...
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Burgers for Change
Mr. Mikes fires up support for YWCA with seventh annual fundraising BBQ
Community members lined up for burgers, entertainment and a good cause Monday as Mr. Mikes SteakhouseCasual hosted its seventh annual fundraising barbecue in support of YWCA Prince Albert.The event, held outside the restaurant, featured live music, opportunities to win the Beach Radio 101.5 Summer Free Ride, face paint...
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Shooting investigation
Two men charged after Prince Albert shooting, firearm seizure
A man suffered serious injuries after a shooting in Prince Albert on Sunday afternoon, leading to a high-risk police operation and the arrest of four people.Prince Albert Police Service officers were called to the 800 block of 13th Street West at about 1:30 p.m. on July 12 for a weapons complaint. Upon arrival, officer...
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Saskatchewan

Lots of damage
Cleanup continues after powerful storms tear through northeastern Saskatchewan
A weekend of severe storms left a trail of damage across northeastern Saskatchewan, toppling thousands of trees, damaging buildings and knocking out power for thousands of residents as cleanup efforts continued Monday.Communities including Aylsham, Codette, Arborfield, Carrot River and Kinistino reported extensive dama...
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Festival weekend
Country Thunder weekend a successful one despite 177 calls, RCMP says
Along with the heat and mosquitoes at this year's Country Thunder Saskatchewan festival, some country music fans and campers also had to deal with Saskatchewan RCMP officers.Mounties said in a press release on July 13 that the festival weekend from July 9 to 13 was a "successful" one and police responded to 1...
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mining industry
CRDN to implement checkpoint amid exploration concerns
Clearwater River Dene Nation (CRDN) will be implementing a check-stop north of La Loche in August to monitor the activity of industry, along with providing an extra layer of safety for those travelling through the region. That's according to Chief Teddy Clark, who explained the main purpose is to serve the people of th...
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Ongoing investigation
RCMP seek suspect after shooting in La Loche
La Loche RCMP are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect following a shooting that left one person injured Saturday morning.Police said officers were called to a report of a shooting on Janvier Avenue at about 9:50 a.m. on July 11. Their investigation determined an adult male discharged a firearm, striki...
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Fear to flight
From farm life to freefall: Rosthern woman soars with SkyHawks skydiving team
When she is not helping save lives as a paramedic, Rosthern's Madeline Janzen is jumping out of airplanes with the Canadian Forces SkyHawks parachute team, encouraging young people to believe they can follow their own path. Cpl. Janzen, who grew up on a small farm near Rosthern, is part of the Canadian Army's parachute...
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Turnover luck
Riders roar to 38-7 victory over Hamilton Tiger-Cats in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence turned around its turnover luck and helped the team earn a 38-7 win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday night at Mosaic Stadium.The Riders' defence, which only had three total turnovers coming into the game, added four more to that total on Sunday. That included a turnover on do...
19h ago
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Canada

Residents in parts of northern Ontario ordered out by growing forest fires
THUNDER BAY - Residents of a handful of communities in northwestern Ontario have been ordered to flee their homes due to nearby forest fires. The Ontario Provincial Police force says on social media that evacuation orders are in place for Armstrong and...
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In the news today: U.S.-Iran clash heats up, Canadian ships stuck, B.C. pilot dies
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait The U.S. has launched more strikes on Iran after President Donald Tr...
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Heat wave gripping Ontario set to reach peak as temperatures even out in Manitoba
TORONTO - Ontario is expected to start feeling the worst of its latest heat wave today as forecasters predict temperatures to reach the mid- to high 30s, and humidex readings near the mid-40s. Much of northern Ontario spent Monday under a severe orange...
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First Nations chiefs to debate major projects, Indian Act changes in Ottawa
OTTAWA - Hundreds of First Nations chiefs are gathering in Ottawa today for the Assembly of First Nations annual meeting. They'll be debating 53 separate resolutions during the three-day gathering. They include resolutions on the federal government's m...
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Turkish gun given to PM would have to undergo review before going in museum
OTTAWA - Canada's national war and history museums say they would have to conduct a review before they could display a personalized revolver and ammunition given to Prime Minister Mark Carney at this year's NATO summit. Turkish President Recep Tayyip ...
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B.C. helicopter pilot helping to fight Colorado wildfire killed in weekend crash
Police in southwestern Colorado say a man from British Columbia died after the helicopter he was piloting crashed Sunday while battling a wildfire. Adam Murdie with Colorado's Gunnison County Sheriff's Office says the body of 56-year-old Nicholas Dale ...
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Agriculture

From floods to heat, Saskatchewan farmers navigating season of weather whiplash
For Saskatchewan farmers, this growing season has been anything but predictable.Some producers are dealing with waterlogged fields while others are wo...
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CGC revokes license of Saskatchewan based grain and pulse buyer
The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) has revoked the license of a Regina, Sask. company. Grasslands Brokerage & Consulting owes money for grain del...
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Respected soil scientist to receive prestigious award
Rigas Karamanos is the 2025 recipient of the Les Henry Award, recognizing his contributions to research, teaching and extension in soil fertility and ...
Jul 10, 2026
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New initiative to support the next generation of ag leaders
Canada's Young Farmers program launched to connect producers across the country Farm Management Canada launched Canada's Young Farmers at its annual g...
Jul 10, 2026
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Artificial intelligence and remote sensing for climate-smart agricultur
A Toronto-based technology company will lead a three-year project to develop innovative AI-driven solutions for crop health monitoring and yield forec...
Jul 10, 2026
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Ottawa announces $4 million for beef export promotion
Two national cattle organizations are receiving a combined $4 million from the federal government through the Agri-Marketing Program. Canada Beef will...
Jul 09, 2026
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World News

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital
BANGKOK (AP) - The death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30, officials said Tuesday, as the investigation into the blaze proceeded while relatives of the victims took on the grim task of identifying their loved ones and re...
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Jordan Walker spoils Philly's Kyle Schwarber party, rallies to win Home Run Derby
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Jordan Walker silenced Philadelphia's boo birds by homering on his last six swings, chasing down Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber in the final round and becoming the first St. Louis Cardinal to win the Home Run Derby on Monday night....
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Crash of a helicopter helping to fight a Colorado wildfire leaves the pilot dead
GUNNISON, Colo. (AP) - A helicopter helping fight a Colorado wildfire has crashed into a reservoir, killing the pilot, authorities said. The aircraft was reported down Sunday in the Silver Jack Reservoir and the pilot's body was recovered by divers. Th...
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Who is Darline Graham Nordone, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Darline Graham Nordone, who was appointed to serve the remaining months of the Senate term that her late brother, Lindsey Graham, left behind when he died over the weekend, hasn't been in office before. But through...
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Minnesota prosecutors obtain long withheld evidence in investigation into protest shooting deaths
Minnesota prosecutors announced Monday that they have obtained key evidence in their ongoing investigations into fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during pitched protests against a federal immigration enforcement crackdown in the state earl...
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EU rallies dozens of nations to pledge $1 billion for recovery fund in Gaza
BRUSSELS (AP) - The European Union coordinated efforts to raise 900 million euros ($1 billion) in aid for Gaza, working with 65 governments and organizations including the White House and the United Nations, the bloc's top diplomat said Monday. ...
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