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Corrections
Union says 8-year-old Phoenix pay system still full of glitches and affecting families
The union that represents federal correctional officers says ongoing issues with the Phoenix payroll system are affecting members' ability to pay bills and mortgages.The Phoenix pay system was launched in 2016 and its purpose was to consolidate dozens of separate and antiquated pay systems. The goal was to save the gov...
12h ago
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Bells Point
RCMP warn public to avoid Bell's Point, shots fired
People are being asked for avoid going near Bell's Point, Jack Bell Place as officers have surrounded a home and the SWAT team is on scene. RCMP say that there will be an increased police presence in the area while officers investigate. Officers are ordering a person to come out of the home and a gunshot has been heard...
14h ago
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Death investigations
Foul play not suspected following man's death outside Prince Albert business
A man who was initially found in medical distress was pronounced deceased when paramedics arrived.That's according to the Prince Albert Police Service in relation to an incident that happened in the city on Saturday morning.Shortly after 8:45 a.m., officers received a report of a person down in the 200 Block of 38th St...
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Homicide
Woman charged in Patuanak homicide
A 22-year-old woman has been charged with one count of second-degree murder in a suspicious death in Patuanak last Friday. Meadow Lake RCMP say they have charged Brittany Bear with the killing of Brandon Dawatsare, age 26. Bear was arrested on March 16 and appeared in Meadow Lake Provincial Court this morning. Police g...
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Court proceedings
Not guilty plea entered in Okemow murder case
Nearly seven months after a man was found deceased at Emma Lake, the man charged with second degree murder has entered a plea of not guilty.The case was discussed Monday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court.Wesley Naytowhow, who appeared by way of video from the local men's jail, is scheduled to be tried by judge ...
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GO FOXES GO
P.A. U18AA Foxes look to the future after season ends in North Division Finals
It was an exciting but tough weekend for the Prince Albert U18 AA Foxes in their quest to reach the provincial final. The Foxes had the best record in the North Division heading into the playoff semifinals against the number two-ranked Northwest Sharks. The women's hockey team won the first game last Tuesday at the Kin...
17h ago
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Prince Albert

Politics
Trina Miller named NDP candidate for Batoche in next election
The Saskatchewan NDP has named the candidate that will represent Batoche in the next provincial election. Trina Miller was voted in Saskatchewan New Democrat members in a nomination on Sunday."I am honoured to be the Saskatchewan NDP candidate here in Batoche," said Miller. "Rural Saskatchewan has so muc...
Mar 17, 2024
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Recognizing Greatness
Dallas Stars honour franchise legend, former Raider Mike Modano with statue
The Dallas Stars unveiled a statue of Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Modano during Saturday night's home game against the Los Angeles Kings.Modano is the franchise leader in goals, assists, and games played."It's hard to put into words what this has meant," Modano said after wiping away tears following a one-minut...
Mar 17, 2024
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2024 property taxes
P.A. city council to look at 4% tax hike, commercial abatement
The tax year of reckoning expected by municipalities, trying to return to normal following budget fluctuations during the pandemic, has arrived. On Monday, Prince Albert city council will be presented with a proposed four per cent property tax hike on residential properties. The staff memo recommends council increase t...
Mar 15, 2024
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Drugs
Ontario men charged in P.A. drug bust
Two men from Ontario are in jail after Prince Albert Police found over 650 grams of cocaine, 260 grams of meth and over $8,000 in cash in a home in the West Flat area. Members of the Crime Reduction Team executed a search warrant on Thursday at a home in the 200 block of 19th Street West. Along with the drugs and cash,...
Mar 15, 2024
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2024 Gravy Bowl
More than a mouthful: Poutine Week returns to Prince Albert
It has begun once again. Friday marks the start of the race for one of Prince Albert's most coveted prizes - The Gravy Bowl. Poutine Week runs from March 15 to 24 and has become a hallmark fundraiser, said Natasha Thomson of Big Brothers and Big Sisters. "We're very excited about the third annual P.A. Poutine Week...
Mar 15, 2024
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Improving communication
Lake Country to receive 5G boost
Rural areas north of Prince Albert and east of Nipawin are the latest to benefit from Sasktel's expansion of its 5G network.Among the 30 additional cell sites impacted are ones in the Christopher Lake area, as well northeast of Prince Albert towards Candle Lake and east of Nipawin off highway 55."Our government is...
Mar 15, 2024
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STF bargaining
Teachers pull noon hour supervision Monday and Tuesday
With the failure of the province and STF to resume bargaining talks, teachers will continue job action next week.On Monday and Tuesday, teachers in the North East School Division, Île-à-la-Crosse School Division, Northern Lights and all schools in the Living Sky and Light of Christ Catholic Division along ...
Mar 15, 2024
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A new chapter
Mintos entering new era as coaching staff steps down
Major changes are coming to the Prince Albert Mintos organization this off-season as it was revealed that this year was the last for the club's three coaches, including longtime Head Coach Tim Leonard and assistant coaches Bryan Swystun and Dane Byers. The news comes less than a week after the Mintos were eliminated in...
Mar 15, 2024
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Crime
Grieving mother calls for answers in daughter's death
More than five months after her daughter was murdered in Prince Albert, Bev Laurin feels she is no closer to getting any answers.On the afternoon of Oct. 6., police were called to a residence in the 300 Block of 13th St. E. for a weapons complaint. Nicole Laurin, 37, was found suffering from serious injuries and later ...
Mar 15, 2024
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Job creation
Prince Albert and North left out of job creation, says NDP
Provincial NDP jobs critic Aleana Young said that Prince Albert and northern Saskatchewan are not seeing results when it comes to job creation by the province. A recent Statistics Canada release on the labour force for February shows a trend that has seen northern Saskatchewan lose jobs for several years. "We saw ...
Mar 14, 2024
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Find Mountain
RCMP searching for Nathan Mountain
Have you seen Nathan Mountain? The Big River RCMP are asking for help from the public to find the 33-year-old following charges of six offences, among them sexual assault and forcible confinement. The investigation to find and arrest Mountain, who stands at 6'2 and is 240 lbs, has been underway since receiving the repo...
Mar 14, 2024
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Words of inspiration
'You matter': Ex-NHLer Tootoo spreads message of hope, hard work to Indigenous youth
Jordin Tootoo made an appearance in Prince Albert on Thursday, hoping to inspire the next generation of Indigenous youth.The former NHL player spoke passionately to a group of about 50 high school students from Sturgeon Lake First Nation as part of the second annual Sturgeon Lake Youth Conference, which runs until Frid...
Mar 14, 2024
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Crime epidemic Pelican Narrows
Five illegal guns, drugs and cash seized in Pelican Narrows
In a series of busts starting March 8 and continuing until March 11, RCMP from Pelican Narrows seized five illegal guns, 21 grams of meth, 12 grams of cocaine and a sum of cash. On March 8, police responded to reports of gunshots being fired by a group of people who then fled. One man who ran away was seen throwing som...
Mar 14, 2024
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Fatal collision
Kinistino senior dies in collision near P.A.
A 66-year-old man from Kinistino is dead following a two-vehicle crash near Prince Albert two days ago. RCMP said just after lunch on March 12, a car collided with a pick-up truck at the intersection of Highway 3 and Elevator Road. The man, who was driving the car, was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS. His family ha...
Mar 14, 2024
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Court proceedings
Accused in Black Lake manslaughter case, receives jail sentence for separate gun incident in Prince Albert
A man awaiting trial for manslaughter has received a 90-day jail sentence for a separate gun-related incident that happened in Prince Albert while he was out on bail.Jerrick Stalthanee appeared by video when his case was discussed Thursday morning at provincial court.The offence dates back to the early morning hours of...
Mar 14, 2024
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missing
P.A. police on the lookout for missing 11-year-old boy
UPDATE: Police have confirmed that the 11-year-old reported missing has been found safe.----panews@pattisonmedia.com
Mar 14, 2024
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Chasing dreams
New season of Canada's Got Talent to include Saskatchewan flavour
The newest season of Canada's Got Talent (CGT) starts next week and among the four people from Saskatchewan invited to audition, are a comedian and a singer from Prince Albert.Rebecca Strong is scheduled to be on the show on the 26th and Kelly Taylor will appear during one of the following six weeks that have been dedi...
Mar 13, 2024
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SILVER PERFORMANCE
'Phenomenal effort': P.A. basketball player reflects on national championship experience
From the courts of Carlton High School to the National Championships, a Prince Albert basketball is reflecting on an impressive season with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies.Third-year player Gage Grassick and the Huskies played in the National Championship game on Sunday but fell just short, 70-67 to the Carleton...
Mar 13, 2024
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Blue chip prospect
Prospect watch: Playmaker Boychuk enjoying strong AAA season, relishing future with Raiders
While Prince Albert Raiders fans are anticipating a return to the playoffs for their beloved WHL team this spring, a number of the team's top prospects continue to progress on their journeys toward playing major junior hockey.One of those prospects is playmaking forward Riley Boychuk, who is enjoying an excellent seaso...
Mar 13, 2024
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Tragic events
Prince Albert RCMP confirm missing woman found deceased
Prince Albert RCMP say a woman who was reported missing last week has been found deceased, and the initial investigation has found no evidence of foul play. Julie Mckenzie had been last seen on March 2 and has connections to Little Red River First Nation north of Prince Albert. RCMP indicated McKenzie's family had been...
Mar 13, 2024
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Death at care home
Injuries found in care home death
Despite nothing suspicious turning up at first, Prince Albert Police said that the death of a 38-year-old man is now being investigated by the Criminal Investigative Division. Parkland Ambulance was called to a local care home on March 10, just before 10 p.m. to a call of the resident not breathing. EMS were unable to ...
Mar 13, 2024
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Manson's message
'Opportunity to give something back': Ex-NHLer Manson encourages high school students in visit to P.A.
Dave Manson made a living as a hard-nosed NHL defenceman, playing parts of 21 seasons in the pros.On Tuesday, the Prince Albert native returned to his hometown to impart some wisdom to students at Carlton High School, touching on both sports and life.Manson spoke to about 70 students on juggling family with an NHL care...
Mar 13, 2024
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Tight loss
Geekie powers Broncos past Raiders
Future NHLer Conor Geekie had two goals and two assists Tuesday night as he lead the Swift Current Broncos past the Prince Albert Raiders 4-2 at the Art Hauser Centre.After a Niall Crocker goal in the third period that made it 3-2, the Raiders pressed for the tying goal but couldn't find a way to beat Broncos goaltende...
Mar 13, 2024
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Youth Ambassadors
Variety of skills displayed by P.A. Youth Ambassador program
From music videos to organizing trips or creating apps to connect other newcomers to the area, youth in Prince Albert have choices when it comes to showcasing their talents and interests. On the weekend, the Multicultural Council showed off some of those choices in the gala that wrapped up the first Youth Ambassador pr...
Mar 12, 2024
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