20,000 flee as explosive B.C. wildfire races toward Summerland, burning homes in path
SUMMERLAND - More than 20,000 residents have been forced to evacuate British Columbia communities near Okanagan Lake overnight as an explosive wildfire surged toward them, destroying homes in its path.Evacuation orders cover the entire community of Summerland, population 12,000, while a further 8,000 were told to flee ...
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WEARING THE 'A'
North Stars name Zacharias as assistant captain
The Battlefords North Stars have named the last of their leadership group for the 2026-27 SJHL season. North Stars forward Raiden Zacharias has been named an assistant captain, joining fellow assistants Owen Nelson and Finlay Klippenstein, and captain Owen Dyck. Zacharias was acquired by the North Stars from the Melvil...
Aug 07, 2026
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20,000 flee as explosive B.C. wildfire races toward Summerland, burning homes in path
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20,000 flee as explosive B.C. wildfire races toward Summerland, burning homes in path
SUMMERLAND - More than 20,000 residents have been forced to evacuate British Columbia communities near Okanagan Lake overnight as an explosive wildfire surged toward them, destroying homes in its path.Evacuation orders cover the entire community of Summerland, population 12,000, while a further 8,000 were told to flee ...
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150 Years of Treaty 6
Parade brings Battleford community together for celebration
Battleford's streets came alive Friday evening as a colourful parade rolled through town, drawing crowds to the sidewalks for an evening of celebration.Floats and decorated vehicles made their way along the route, with community groups, local businesses and sports teams waving to spectators as they passed.The parade fo...
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20,000 flee as explosive B.C. wildfire races toward Summerland, burning homes in path
SUMMERLAND - More than 20,000 residents have been forced to evacuate British Columbia communities near Okanagan Lake overnight as an explosive wildfire surged toward them, destroying homes in its path.Evacuation orders cover the entire community of Summerland, population 12,000, while a further 8,000 were told to flee ...
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20,000 flee as explosive B.C. wildfire races toward Summerland, burning homes in path
SUMMERLAND - More than 20,000 residents have been forced to evacuate British Columbia communities near Okanagan Lake overnight as an explosive wildfire surged toward them, destroying homes in its path.Evacuation orders cover the entire community of Summerland, population 12,000, while a further 8,000 were told to flee ...
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Onion Lake RCMP searching for wanted man
Onion Lake RCMP are asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of a wanted man. Guy Lewis, 34, is wanted by police for charges including break and enter, uttering threats, theft of a motor vehicle, and failure to comply. He is discribed as six feet tall, 240 pounds, with brown eyes and sh...
12h ago
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Investigation
SIRT releases timeline in Turtleford RCMP in-custody death
Saskatchewan's police watchdog has released more details about the death of a 37-year-old man who went into medical distress while in custody at the Turtleford RCMP detachment. The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) said RCMP officers went to a home on Thunderchild First Nation shortly before 12:30 p.m....
Aug 07, 2026
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Man dead after motorcycle incident
A man is dead following a motorcycle incident near Domremy. The St. Louis Fire Department reports at 9:42 a.m. on Aug. 8, firefighters were dispatched following a report of a motorcycle in a slough approximately two kilometers north of Domremy on Highway 2.Upon arrival, the man had already been removed from the water b...
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Grid and Growth Fireside Chat
NDP bringing plan for power grid to public discussions
The Saskatchewan NDP has outlined their plan for Saskatchewan's power grid in the future, and they're taking that plan around the province. Leader Carla Beck along with Economy and Jobs Shadow Minister Aleana Young were in Prince Albert on Thursday for one of their Grid and Growth Fireside Chats, where they presented t...
Aug 07, 2026
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Woman killed in Corrections transport crash was from Poundmaker First Nation
A 24-year-old North Battleford woman who died in a crash involving a Correctional Service Canada transport vehicle in eastern Alberta was a member of Poundmaker First Nation. Poundmaker First Nation officials identified the woman as Kiara Mooswa. RCMP did not initially release the names of the people who died, saying t...
Aug 07, 2026
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Road projects in Wakaw area underway as other work reaches finish line
Motorists in the Wakaw area could be affected by a couple of road projects. Over 17 km of Highway 2, between Wakaw and Cudworth, is being rebuilt, along with the replacement of two culverts. That will be followed by paving. Grading work is underway and the Ministry of Highways expects that project to wrap up by the end...
Aug 07, 2026
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Cheers!
Labatt Breweries raises a toast to Sask. farmers with Baleboards campaign
The Labatt Brewing Company has teamed up with some Saskatchewan farmers as part of their new advertising campaign. The advertisements are far from what you'd normally see around the province as they're not a billboard, but rather, a 'Baleboard'. Placed along Highway 4 near Rosetown and Biggar, the eye-catching display...
Aug 06, 2026
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Safer Communities
Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation launches Community Safety Officer program
Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation has officially launched full operations for its Community Safety Officer program, marking the completion of nearly two years of development. The Nation said its Community Safety Officers, also known as CSOs, will begin active patrols over the coming days and weeks and provide direct s...
Aug 05, 2026
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WEARING THE 'A'
North Stars name Zacharias as assistant captain
The Battlefords North Stars have named the last of their leadership group for the 2026-27 SJHL season. North Stars forward Raiden Zacharias has been named an assistant captain, joining fellow assistants Owen Nelson and Finlay Klippenstein, and captain Owen Dyck. Zacharias was acquired by the North Stars from the Melvil...
Aug 07, 2026
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Riders Gameday
'This is pro football': Riders taking nothing for granted against 0-7 Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders don't have to look too far back in their history to know you can't take any team lightly in the CFL.In 2024, the 5-2 Riders locked horns with the 0-7 Edmonton Elks at Mosaic Stadium. Edmonton won that showdown 42-31.On Friday, the 5-2 Riders will take on the 0-7 Ottawa Redblacks. Kickoff is...
Aug 07, 2026
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Back on top
Cardinals blank Beavers to win second NSRBL championship
For the first time since 2022, the North Battleford Beavers are not kings of North Saskatchewan River Baseball League (NSRBL). Instead, the Unity Cardinals took their crown in a winner-take-all Game 3 on Thursday in North Battleford, which saw the redbirds prevail 4-0 to capture their second league title. Conner Ralsto...
Aug 06, 2026
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For all the marbles
Beavers to host Cardinals in winner-take-all NSRBL final
The North Saskatchewan River Baseball League champion will be crowned Wednesday night. A winner-take-all Game 3 will be played at Beaver Lions Stadium in North Battleford between the North Battleford Beavers and Unity Cardinals. First pitch is set for 7:30 p.m. The Cardinals won Game 1, 4-1, in North Battleford on July...
Aug 05, 2026
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Week 10
Roughriders lean on depth as injuries mount ahead of matchup with Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders relied on their depth to earn their latest win and may need more players to step up over the next stretch.Saskatchewan ruled out wide receiver Sam Emilus (foot) just before it's 28-26 win over the Edmonton Elks on Saturday.During the game, key contributors like slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker ...
Aug 04, 2026
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Revenge Win
Saskatchewan Roughriders win the rematch, defeat Elks in Edmonton
In a back-and-forth battle, the Saskatchewan Roughriders emerged as the victors in the rematch with the Edmonton Elks.While the offences exploded in the first meeting between the two last week, big plays were hard to come by on Saturday night at Commonwealth Stadium.Saskatchewan walked out of Edmonton with a 28-26 win....
Aug 02, 2026
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
Canada has half as many measles cases as U.S.: WHO data
Measles data from the World Health Organization show that Canada has half the number of confirmed cases as the United States, despite having a population only about one-tenth the size of its neighbour. WHO says 47,459 measles cases have been confirmed ...
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Carney's work hours reduced next week but his eyes still on priorities: PM's office
OTTAWA - Canada's prime minister will be working reduced hours for a week starting Monday because he previously committed to plans in Italy. But Mark Carney's office says he will still keep his eyes on several government priorities, including trade neg...
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The latest on the wildfire burning near Summerland, B.C.
Thousands of residents in the British Columbia communities of Summerland and Peachland have been chased out of their homes by an explosive wildfire that sprang up Friday. Here is the latest on the wildfire that forced 20,000 to flee (all times PT): 4...
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VANCOUVER - A ferocious fire has forced thousands of residents out in Summerland and Peachland along British Columbia's Okanagan Lake. It's unclear if homes have been lost in the latest fire to flare up in the province, but it's been an early and destr...
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LGBTQ+ political candidates in Quebec report a wave of online hate
MONTRÉAL - As pride month celebrations take place across Quebec, political candidates from sexual and gender-diverse backgrounds who are running in the fall provincial election are sounding the alarm over a flood of hateful messages targeting them. Qué...
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Why some B.C. farmers stay to fight, despite wildfire evacuation orders
When Tom Davison's son-in-law invested in firefighting equipment for their orchard near Vernon, B.C., after a wildfire swept past in 2021, Davison wasn't sure the hoses would get much use. He figured the blaze, which caused smoke damage to the property...
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Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father and longtime agent, dies at 68
ROSARIO, Argentina (AP) - Jorge Messi, the father of soccer star and Argentina captain Lionel Messi, died Saturday at a hospital in the central Argentina city of Rosario. He was 68. The Rosario-based Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys announced his death ...
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Iran makes new strait demands, the UAE says a ship was targeted and other Middle East news
Iran issued dramatic new demands around the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the United Arab Emirates said one of its ships was targeted by an Iranian missile. Yemen's military attacked the country's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. And Turkey's Kur...
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Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father and longtime agent, dies at 68
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) - Jorge Messi, the father of soccer star and Argentina captain Lionel Messi, died Saturday at a hospital in the central Argentina city of Rosario. He was 68. The Rosario-based Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys announced his death...
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IS-linked group kills at least 13 in Congo village
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) - Militants affiliated with the Islamic State group attacked a village in Congo near the border with Uganda early Saturday, killing at least 13 people and burning and looting homes, a local civil society group said. T...
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Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in overnight vote
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a vote early Saturday morning, cementing President Donald Trump's former personal attorney's command of a Justice Department the Republican president has sought to bend to his w...
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A helicopter battling a Utah wildfire crashes with no word on the 2 people aboard
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP) - A helicopter helping battle a large Utah wildfire crashed Friday with no word on the conditions of the two people aboard as officials said they couldn't immediately reach the crash site. The helicopter was one of se...
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