Tag Archives: First Nations
Volunteers needed in search for man missing
A search for a man last seen on Christmas Eve in Sturgeon Lake is getting underway as the weather turns colder. Orlando Okemaysim is from Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation and has not been seen for t...
Jan 02, 2025
Year in review: A look at Prince Albert's top stories of 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, paNOW is taking a look back on the most important and impactful local stories of the year, as selected by our reporters and editorial staff.10) Rebecca Strong wins Canada's G...
Jan 01, 2025
Top 10 provincial stories of 2024
This year was one with many triumphs and challenges, one in which concerns were heard via voting and protest. Saskatchewan residents also brought local talents and accomplishments to the national and ...
Dec 31, 2024
Crown stays charges against PA police officer accused of criminal negligence causing death
Update: The following statement was provided by Prince Albert police service on Dec 31, 2024."We respect the decision of the Provincial Crown to stay the criminal charges but recognize the need for fu...
Dec 27, 2024
PAGC event dishes out to some holiday spirit to city's vulnerable
A heaping plate of Christmas joy has been served to Prince Albert's most vulnerable, thanks to an annual Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) tradition.A turkey dinner was held on Wednesday at the PAGC ...
Dec 18, 2024
‘Miscarriage of justice’: FSIN calls for appeal, new law in Kennedy case
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is calling for an appeal and law changes after charges were stayed for a woman who struck and killed a nine year old girl on a marked crosswalk in...
Dec 18, 2024
Council welcomes Métis Nation housing plan with unanimous vote
Prince Albert city council did not hesitate to approve two re-zonings that will pave the next step of the way for the Mtis Nation -Saskatchewan to build a subdivision of tiny homes. The planning depar...
Dec 17, 2024
Council set to discuss possible location for homeless shelter on 15th Street
Proponents of a homeless shelter will take another stab at trying to convince city council to approve a downtown location for the facility.Back in October, former councillor Tara Lennox-Zepp made a mo...
Dec 14, 2024
Santa in the North continues to spread Christmas joy to remote communities
Santa in the North, an annual endeavor organized by Rise Air, delivered more gifts than ever to young children and teens this month. "We are in a very unique position as we are not only 100 per cent I...
Dec 12, 2024
NLCDC donates $100K towards new Ronald McDonald House
A fundraising drive that will support a new Ronald McDonald house in Prince Albert, has received a $100,000 boost. The donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities, was made by Northern Lights Communit...
Dec 05, 2024
