CFL
'Prove who we are': Riders on practice field after bye week
While the Saskatchewan Roughriders will unveil a championship banner on Saturday, the current team is only focused on the now."We're a new team. We have to go out there and prove we are still a good team," Riders head coach Corey Mace said on Tuesday after the team's first practice of the 2026 CFL regular sea...
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News roundup
In the news today: Digital safety bill, interest rate decision, OPP officer killed
Digital safety bill banning kids under 16 from social media to be introduced todayThe federal government will introduce legislation addressing social media and AI chatbot safety today.Ottawa is set to introduce legislation to enact what the government is calling the Digital Safety Act and the Digital Safety Commission ...
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Severe storms
'Calls haven't stopped': Restoration crew swamped as flooding hits southeast Sask.
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Community Investment Program
30 Years of Sharing Success
CFL
'Prove who we are': Riders on practice field after bye week
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News roundup
In the news today: Digital safety bill, interest rate decision, OPP officer killed
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Battlefords
MISSING PERSON
RCMP request public help to locate missing North Battleford man
Battlefords RCMP are asking the public for help locating 33-year-old Carlin Bear, who was reported missing on June 9. Bear was last seen on 105 Street in North Battleford at around 8:40 p.m. on June 9. He is described as 5-8 and weighing about 200 pounds. He has brown eyes, medium-length black hair, wears glasses, and ...
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THE NEXT SHINING STAR
North Stars select at variety of positions in the 2026 SJHL draft
The SJHL draft has come and gone, and teams have picked the players that they look to represent them for years to come. The Battlefords North Stars had the tenth overall pick in this years draft, and selected seven players for their future.Linkoln Alger-East, left-shot defenceman: 2011-born, 1.10 - Meadow Lake Alger-Ea...
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NEW COOL OFF SPOT
Vic Pearsall's legacy lives on with new North Battleford splash park
Water is now flowing at North Battleford's new Vic Pearsall Rotary Splash Park, marking the completion of a community project years in the making.Located at Connaught Elementary School, the park will provide local children and families with a place to cool off, spend time with friends and enjoy outdoor recreation throu...
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municipal matters
Arena fundraising agreement, dance studio expansion among North Battleford council approvals
North Battleford city council moved forward with plans for a proposed new arena, approved the expansion of a local dance school into a former church building and authorized more than $1.3 million in infrastructure and fleet purchases during its meeting Monday.Council approved a 14-month agreement with DCG Philanthropic...
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Wilkie wrestling
Long time Wilkie wrestling coach Kent stepping away
The Gorilla Factory is officially under new management. Over the course of the last 20 years, the community of Wilkie has slowly been building one of the province's most successful wrestling programs, and Chris Kent has been at the helm that entire time. Next year will be the first time since 2004 that Kent will not be...
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"HE COULD BRING OUR VISION TO LIFE"
Longtime volunteer remembered for decades of theatre work
In 2008, Mike Carlson began volunteering with the Cochin Community Players.He started by building sets and furniture for productions before expanding his skills to the lighting department, where he remained a dedicated volunteer until his passing in 2025.For his contributions to community theatre, Carlson was posthumou...
Jun 08, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Severe storms
'Calls haven't stopped': Restoration crew swamped as flooding hits southeast Sask.
As residents across southeast Saskatchewan begin the long process of cleaning up after recent storms, a disaster restoration company say they're struggling to keep pace with the overwhelming demand for help.Mike Payne, sales and marketing manager for Restorex Disaster Restoration, said phones have been ringing off the...
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Young energy
Northern Lights festival marks 20 years with bluegrass, dancing and a prairie-grown tradition
In the boreal forest northeast of Big River, banjos, fiddles and dancing shoes are set to take centre stage as the Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp and Festival celebrates its 20th year this August. What began as a worry that acoustic traditions were fading in Saskatchewan has grown into a homegrown fe...
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Officer staffing
Debate grows over Saskatchewan Marshals as government touts policing investments
The Saskatchewan government said it is expanding policing capacity and recruitment efforts as it responds to criticism from the Opposition NDP about how new officers are being added through the Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS).In a statement issued on behalf of Community Safety Minister Michael Weger, the province e...
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Extreme risk
'Worst one yet': Meteorologist says another severe storm could hit southeast Sask. on Tuesday
As southeast Saskatchewan continues to clean up after a major storm on Sunday, another one could be on the way.Environment Canada meteorologist Keane Kokolsky said southeastern Saskatchewan is at an extreme risk for severe weather on Tuesday, with tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain possible."Pret...
Jun 09, 2026
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"Kids are dying"
Ottawa's new Digital Safety Act expected to include under-16 social media ban
The federal government will introduce its online harms bill, the Digital Safety Act, as soon as Wednesday.Culture Minister Marc Miller, who is taking the lead on the legislation, says the bill is needed because "kids are dying."Federal ministers declined to give details about the bill today, saying they could...
Jun 09, 2026
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P.A. Kinsmen and Rotary Club
Looking into why volunteerism is dying
Community organizations in Prince Albert are feeling the effects of a nationwide decline in volunteerism as fewer people step forward and longtime volunteers age out of service.According to Statistics Canada, about 32 per cent of Canadians aged 15 and older formally volunteered with charities and non-profits in 2023, d...
Jun 09, 2026
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Local Sports
CFL
'Prove who we are': Riders on practice field after bye week
While the Saskatchewan Roughriders will unveil a championship banner on Saturday, the current team is only focused on the now."We're a new team. We have to go out there and prove we are still a good team," Riders head coach Corey Mace said on Tuesday after the team's first practice of the 2026 CFL regular sea...
2h ago
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THE NEXT SHINING STAR
North Stars select at variety of positions in the 2026 SJHL draft
The SJHL draft has come and gone, and teams have picked the players that they look to represent them for years to come. The Battlefords North Stars had the tenth overall pick in this years draft, and selected seven players for their future.Linkoln Alger-East, left-shot defenceman: 2011-born, 1.10 - Meadow Lake Alger-Ea...
18h ago
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Wilkie wrestling
Long time Wilkie wrestling coach Kent stepping away
The Gorilla Factory is officially under new management. Over the course of the last 20 years, the community of Wilkie has slowly been building one of the province's most successful wrestling programs, and Chris Kent has been at the helm that entire time. Next year will be the first time since 2004 that Kent will not be...
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BATTLEFORDS SOCCER
Battlefords Youth Soccer Inc. celebrates Club Day as the season rolls on
With the soccer season well underway, Battlefords United Soccer Club has had its fair share of success, with teams moving up to Division I, athletes developing their skills and, most recently, connecting with clubs around the area for Club Day. "It's been awesome to watch our athletes grow into the next division,&...
Jun 08, 2026
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SJHL'S FUTURE GENERATION
North Stars to pick 10th in the 2026 SJHL Draft
The SJHL draft order has been determined and the Battlefords North Stars will hold the 10th overall pick.While they retain their first-round selections for 2010- and 2011-born players, the North Stars do not have either of their second-round picks. Both were dealt to the Melville Millionaires last offseason in a trade ...
Jun 06, 2026
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GOLFING FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament celebrates 30-year milestone
More than 200 golfers took part in the Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament at the North Battleford Golf and Country Club in support of the Battlefords Health Care Foundation. This year marked the 30th anniversary of the tournament in honour of the late Wayne Pruden, an autobody mechanic who worked in the Battlefords ...
Jun 05, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
SIGA Scholarship Program
SIGA is a progressive organization guided by principles rooted in First Nations heritage. One of these principles, Pimâcihowin, refers to making a living, and SIGA recognizes that education and continued learning are essential to doing so. We established the SIGA Scholarship Program to invest $120,000 in First Na...
Jun 03, 2026
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Community Investment Program
30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA's Community Investment Fund increased to $2 Million to Strengthen Saskatchewan Communities Increased investment to support local events, sports teams, fundraisers and cultural celebrations province-wideSASKATOON, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud to announce a significant expansion of i...
Apr 29, 2026
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$60 Million Economic Development
Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation Advances Plans For Future Casino Development With Support From SIGA
Battlefords, Saskatchewan - The Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man (MGBHLM) First Nation hosted an update on its exciting Casino and Resorts economic development project on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at The Ridge Interpretive Centre, Battlefords, Saskatchewan. The approximately $100 million project, which includes an i...
Apr 23, 2026
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Canada
CP NewsAlert: Lapu Lapu festival attack suspect gets trial date
VANCOUVER - The trial for Adam Kai-Ji Lo, who is facing 11 counts of second-degree murder in the 2025 Lapu Lapu festival attack in Vancouver, has been set to start on April 19, 2027. More coming. The Canadian Press
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B.C. Mounties warn parents of 'violent' online group exploiting children
LANGFORD - Mounties near Victoria say they are investigating three reports of a violent online group exploiting children and young people. West Shore RCMP say in a statement that the reports are all similar and involve a group known as 764, which is p...
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Trump 'not looking to renew' CUSMA trade pact, says no need for Canadian imports
OTTAWA - U.S. President Donald Trump is again saying the American economy does not need anything from Canada or Mexico and he is "not looking to renew" the continental trade pact. Trump made the comments in the Oval Office Wednesday when asked about th...
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Billions of public money to battery companies poorly planned, Quebec auditor says
QUÉBEC - Quebec's auditor general says the provincial government showed poor planning in $2.2 billion of investments in various battery companies. The report released today by Christine Roy found that the investments by the Coalition Avenir Québec gove...
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Judge blocks eviction of ten people living in tents under Montreal overpass
MONTREAL - The Quebec Superior Court has prevented the City of Montreal from dismantling an encampment under an overpass near a skate park. In a ruling Monday, Judge Alexandre Pless said the city failed to provide a safe and suitable alternative for th...
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Tory MP says 4,000 letters sent urging Carney to amend Indian Act status rules
OTTAWA - A Conservative MP says more than 4,000 letters have been sent to the House of Commons committee on Indigenous issues demanding that the federal government immediately change the way First Nations status works under the Indian Act. MP Billy Mor...
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World
A minibus packed with schoolchildren catches fire in central Zimbabwe, killing 7
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) - A minibus packed with schoolchildren caught fire in central Zimbabwe Wednesday afternoon, killing seven, authorities said. Twenty-four children were on board when the vehicle burst into flames in the city of Gweru,...
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FBI seizing evidence at California plant where chemical tank overheated and forced evacuations
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Federal authorities served a search warrant on Wednesday at a Southern California aerospace facility where a chemical tank overheated last month, forcing 50,000 residents to evacuate. The warrant signed by a federal jud...
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Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump signed a bill into law on Wednesday that gives his immigration and deportation agenda a nearly $70 billion boost for the rest of his time in the White House. The bill provides $38 billion for U.S....
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Trump-backed David Flippo wins Republican primary in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District
LAS VEGAS (AP) - Retired Air Force Lt. Col. David Flippo has won the Republican primary in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District after securing President Donald Trump's endorsement in the closing weeks of the campaign. The race, which was c...
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Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Kashmir due to technical fault, killing all on board
ISLAMABAD (AP) - A Pakistani army MI-17 helicopter crashed due to a technical fault in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on Wednesday, killing all military personnel on board, the military said. The military did not immediately disclose how many people wer...
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Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) - A leading soccer referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament was warmly received by a crowd of supporters and officials on Wednesday as he arrived home. Omar Artan,...
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