Good boy
Dog agility trial showcases teamwork between handlers and their canine companions
Bandit may still be learning the ropes, but the young pit bull mix was eager to hit the course this weekend at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds.The nearly two-year-old dog and his owner, Saskatoon's Jerry Boese, were among competitors taking part in the Prince Albert Kennel and Obedience Club's (PAKOC) annual Agili...
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Crystal Curiosity
Crystal show brings collectors, curious visitors to Prince Albert
From crystal enthusiasts seeking positive energy to fossil hunters and first-time visitors, a wide range of people are expected to browse the Stone Haven Crystal Healing and Mineral Show this weekend at the Prince Albert Exhibition Centre.The two-day event features vendors from across Western Canada offering crystals, ...
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Battlefords RCMP investigate fatal Highway 40 motorcycle crash
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
Lights out
UPDATED: Power outage hits north central Sask. following major storm
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Good boy
Dog agility trial showcases teamwork between handlers and their canine companions
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Battlefords
Battlefords RCMP investigate fatal Highway 40 motorcycle crash
A 62-year-old man has died following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 40 near Battleford Saturday night.Battlefords RCMP received a report of the crash around 5:15 p.m.Investigation determined two motorcycles collided. EMS and local fire attended the scene. One rider was declared deceased en route to hospital. He has...
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2026 summer
'We just have to be thankful we're still here': Village of Speers deals with tornado aftermath
Residents of Speers spent Saturday clearing fallen trees, mangled buildings and scattered debris after an unconfirmed tornado tore through the small village Friday evening, leaving widespread damage but no reported injuries.The village, located about 50 kilometres southeast of North Battleford along Highway 40, was lef...
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JULY 14 AND 15
Sweetgrass First Nation prepares to welcome thousands for annual powwow
Thousands of people from across Canada and the United States are expected to make their way to Sweetgrass First Nation next week as the community prepares to host its annual powwow on July 14 and 15. "Each year we've had it it's grown," said Chief Lorie Whitecalf. "I'll drive around during the powwow and...
Jul 11, 2026
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TURTLE RIVER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
Unity Cardinals U18 AA baseball squad wins Turtle River League
The Turtle River League U18 season has come to an end, and the Unity Cardinals can call themselves champions. The Cardinals won the championship after taking down the North Battleford Beavers in a two-game sweep of the best-of-three series. Cardinals player Austin Sittler said the final game was close, but a late rally...
Jul 10, 2026
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ONTO NATIONALS
Maunula sibling show out and win their age groups at Sask. Junior Golf Provincials
The Saskatchewan Junior Golf Provincial Championship was held July 7-9 at The Legends Golf Course in Warman, and it was a successful weekend for the Maunula family. Shae Maunula, 16, won the U17 age group with a final score of five-under and finished second overall, earning his spot on Team Saskatchewan for the upcomin...
Jul 10, 2026
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'Bring Ash home'
Eight years later, Ashley Morin's family is still walking - and still waiting for answers
The chants echoed through downtown North Battleford as the crowd passed the RCMP detachment."Bring Ash home."Eight years after Ashley Morin disappeared from the city, her family returned to the streets Friday carrying the same hope they have held onto every July since 2018 - that someone who knows what happen...
Jul 10, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Battlefords RCMP investigate fatal Highway 40 motorcycle crash
A 62-year-old man has died following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 40 near Battleford Saturday night.Battlefords RCMP received a report of the crash around 5:15 p.m.Investigation determined two motorcycles collided. EMS and local fire attended the scene. One rider was declared deceased en route to hospital. He has...
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Lights out
UPDATED: Power outage hits north central Sask. following major storm
UPDATE: Around 6:30 a.m. Sunday, SaskPower said power had been restored to a majority of customers in Central North part of the province. The following areas that have been restored include: Prince Albert City, Shellbrook, Spiritwood, Candle Lake, Christopher Lake, La Ronge, and all surrounding rural areas. For the rem...
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Good boy
Dog agility trial showcases teamwork between handlers and their canine companions
Bandit may still be learning the ropes, but the young pit bull mix was eager to hit the course this weekend at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds.The nearly two-year-old dog and his owner, Saskatoon's Jerry Boese, were among competitors taking part in the Prince Albert Kennel and Obedience Club's (PAKOC) annual Agili...
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buyer demand and tight supply
Prince Albert home benchmark price rises 2.6 per cent
Strong buyer demand and tight supply pushed Saskatchewan home prices to another record in June, according to the Saskatchewan REALTORS® Association. The association reported 1,849 residential sales in June, up five per cent from a year earlier and more than 18 per cent above the 10-year average. New listings rose s...
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Crystal Curiosity
Crystal show brings collectors, curious visitors to Prince Albert
From crystal enthusiasts seeking positive energy to fossil hunters and first-time visitors, a wide range of people are expected to browse the Stone Haven Crystal Healing and Mineral Show this weekend at the Prince Albert Exhibition Centre.The two-day event features vendors from across Western Canada offering crystals, ...
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Twister count climbs
UPDATED: Ten tornadoes reported across Saskatchewan Friday, more possible Saturday
UPDATE: Around 5:30 p.m. Saturday, multiple witnesses reported a tornado touching down near Onion Lake. The tornado has not been confirmed by Environment Canada, and the extent of any damage remains unclear. Jamie Lee Martell posted video footage on Facebook of the tornado he captured near Onion Lake Saturday, July 11 ...
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TURTLE RIVER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
Unity Cardinals U18 AA baseball squad wins Turtle River League
The Turtle River League U18 season has come to an end, and the Unity Cardinals can call themselves champions. The Cardinals won the championship after taking down the North Battleford Beavers in a two-game sweep of the best-of-three series. Cardinals player Austin Sittler said the final game was close, but a late rally...
Jul 10, 2026
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ONTO NATIONALS
Maunula sibling show out and win their age groups at Sask. Junior Golf Provincials
The Saskatchewan Junior Golf Provincial Championship was held July 7-9 at The Legends Golf Course in Warman, and it was a successful weekend for the Maunula family. Shae Maunula, 16, won the U17 age group with a final score of five-under and finished second overall, earning his spot on Team Saskatchewan for the upcomin...
Jul 10, 2026
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Off-season moves
North Stars trade for forward Michiel Leenders from Beaver Valley Nitehawks
The Battlefords North Stars have added their first new player to the roster this off-season, acquiring Calgary-born forward Michiel Leenders from the Beaver Valley Nitehawks of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. Last season, Leenders appeared in 42 games, scoring 53 points with 23 goals and 30 assists. Th...
Jul 09, 2026
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Provincials
Local golfers in Top 10 after Day 2 at Saskatchewan Junior Golf Championships
After the second day of the Saskatchewan Junior Golf Championships, the contenders for the title are shaping up as athletes from around the province play their final round at The Legends Golf Course in Warman.North Battleford's Shae Maunula is tied for third overall heading into the final day, sitting at 2-under, five ...
Jul 09, 2026
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Sunday Kickoff
Riders return to practice to prepare for Ti-Cats showdown
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are now preparing for a Hamilton Tiger-Cats team that will be without one of the top quarterbacks in the CFL.Hamilton star quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell suffered a serious ankle injury in the team's loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The 36 year old underwent successful surgery for the injur...
Jul 09, 2026
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Surfing celebration
Former Roughrider Charleston Hughes to be inducted into Canadian Football Hall of Fame
Charleston Hughes, a former star for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, will be inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame this fall.Hughes, a six-time CFL all-star, led the league in sacks over five seasons - two with the Riders - and won Grey Cups with the Calgary Stampeders in 2008 and 2014."Let's go!" Hu...
Jul 08, 2026
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Battlefords Profiles
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
Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival cancelled as police investigate deadly shooting
TORONTO - The remainder of Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival was cancelled as police investigated a shooting that left two people dead and others injured at the event on Saturday night. In an Instagram post Sunday, organizers said the street festiv...
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'Social phenomenon': Fashion saddles up to politics at the Calgary Stampede
CALGARY - The Calgary Stampede is more than a rodeo. It's a runway for western fashion that politicians strut down each year. Politicians of all stripes attend the annual exhibition and rodeo, considered a celebration of everything western. The cowboy ...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney set to attend last day of Calgary Stampede
CALGARY - Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to attend the last day of this year's Calgary Stampede. Carney attended the annual rodeo and exhibition Saturday night, munching on mini doughnuts and taking in some chuckwagon races. He also talked pip...
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'Power hungry': Nuclear renaissance a boon for Canada's mining and reactor sectors
CIGAR LAKE, SASK. - Taryn Roske lost her job twice when the nuclear industry had ground to a halt. The Cameco employee and hundreds of others were laid off from the company's Rabbit Lake mine in northern Saskatchewan after it shut down in 2016. "I had ...
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A look at Canada's uranium mining industry and its plan for nuclear plants
CIGAR LAKE, SASK. - After about a decade of stagnation, the nuclear industry is now seeing what some are calling a renaissance. Here's a look at the sector in Canada and its future plans. Canada is the world's second-largest uranium producer In 2024, ...
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Canada's Senate: A glimpse at the operations of the upper chamber
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first appointments to the Senate on Tuesday, naming four new senators to the upper chamber. They include Carney's principal secretary Tom Pitfield and Conservative MP Richard Martel, who will both fill seats...
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World
Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close Trump ally, dies after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's closest allies in Congress who traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy, has died after a "brief and sudden illness," his office said. He was 71. ...
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Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who as ruler of Qatar transformed the tiny Persian Gulf nation into a global player in diplomacy, media and investment, and then shattered tradition by voluntarily turning over power...
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Alvarez's 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Julian Alvarez sent defending champion Argentina back to the World Cup semifinals with a long-range strike in the 112th minute against Switzerland, while another goal by Lautaro Martinez with seconds left in extra time only serv...
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US strikes Iran over latest ship attack and Tehran responds by hitting Arab states
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - The United States attacked Iran early Sunday over an Iranian strike on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left one crew member missing. Iran responded with attacks on countries in the Midd...
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United Arab Emirates warns public of incoming missile and drone attack as explosions heard in Qatar
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - The United Arab Emirates warned the public Sunday of an incoming missile and drone attack as explosions could be heard in nearby Qatar. It wasn't immediately clear where was under attack in the UAE, whic...
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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) - Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles' "Hey Jude." Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday - an equalizer in the ...
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