Riderville
The sheriff is back: Riders sign QB Trevor Harris to contract extension
Trevor Harris isn't done yet.With questions surrounding his future after winning the 2025 Grey Cup, the Saskatchewan Roughriders announced they have signed the 39-year-old quarterback to a one-year contract extension.He is coming off one of the best seasons in his 13-season CFL career, winning the 112th Grey Cup and be...
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Federal Politics
Carney to meet Trump, Sheinbaum in Washington at FIFA event Friday
Prime Minister Mark Carney is planning to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at a FIFA World Cup event Friday in Washington as trade negotiations between Canada and the United States remain on pause.The Prime Minister's Office said Carney will meet with Trump at the Kennedy Center, where the event is being held, and...
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Prince Albert
Huge milestone
PAFD responds to 2000th call for service amidst growing strain on resources
It was a standard call for the Prince Albert Fire Department (PAFD), but one that represented a huge milestone.When firefighters attended a false alarm on Wednesday, it became their 2000th call for service in 2025. "It showcases how busy we are as a smaller department. We only have 46 members in our association, b...
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Crime
Repeat rapist receives six year prison sentence
Editor's warning: This material may be sensitive for some people, as it relates to cases of sexual assault. Resources for support are available below.A man responsible for committing two sexual assaults in Prince Albert, including one that was described by a judge as a gang rape on a complete stranger, has received a s...
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Community support
3rd annual Hunger Games raises over $15K for P.A. food bank
A competitive, yet friendly fundraiser for the Prince Albert Food Bank has raised $15,000.The third annual Hunger Games was held on Wednesday night at the Prince Albert Grand Council Urban Services Center.The Sturgeon Lake division of the First Nations Cadet Corps (FNCC) raised $2,700 and, for the third straight year, ...
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Requesting public assistance
P.A. police search for suspect following overnight shooting
Prince Albert police officers responded to a weapons call around 2:10 a.m. in the 1300 block of 18th St. W. overnight.The caller told police a man had been shot.When they arrived, officers found a 44-year-old man outside of a home with what were believed to be non-life-threatening injuries. He was treated by Parkland A...
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Giveaway
P.A. woman wins $10k shopping spree courtesy of Pattison Media
It's a contest that was a year in the making and the biggest giveaway ever on Prince Albert radio.The 25K Giveaway came to a close Wednesday night when Diane Dupuis was drawn as the winner of a $10,000 shopping spree."It hasn't sunk in yet, it's hard to process," she said moments after winning. "It's a g...
Dec 04, 2025
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Warming shelter
Warming location to open Dec. 15
An overnight warming location for people who are homeless or without a place to get out of the cold will open in Prince Albert on December 15. Prince Albert's Salvation Army will operate the warming location, called the The Meeting Place, at their location at 900 Central Avenue. "I can confirm that the overnight w...
Dec 03, 2025
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Saskatchewan
IMMIGRATION
Work-permit delays threaten to shut down Lloydminster restaurant, owner says
A Lloydminster restaurant owner said her business may have to close within weeks because immigration paperwork delays have left her two chefs unable to renew their work permits."Without them, I am nothing," said Ravinder Kaur, owner of Indian Kitchen. "If I am not able to find any chef, I have no other o...
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The Response to Illicit Drugs Act
Sask. govt introduces new law act to respond to illicit drug trafficking
The province introduced a new act to strengthen accountability for drug traffickers and to enhance community safety.The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced The Response to Illicit Drugs Act, a new Act that "provides government and individuals with tools to recover costs associated with the harms caused by il...
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The McKay Tree Farm near the Battlefords
Meet the Sask. family growing Christmas magic, one tree at a time
When Geordie McKay was a boy, Christmas looked different depending on which door he walked through.At home, the season unfolded around a tidy, practical artificial tree. Green plastic needles, perfectly symmetrical and smelling faintly of cardboard after eleven months tucked away in a box.It was Christmas, yes... but n...
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cost-of-living crisis
Sask. NDP demands answers as province approves additional $1 billion in spending
The Saskatchewan NDP is looking for answers about a billion-dollar increase in expenses for taxpayers.On Wednesday, the provincial government voted to provide an additional $813 million to SaskPower to improve its transmission system, as well as a further $194 million, which Crown Investments Minister Jeremy Harrison s...
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Finances
Saskatchewan's government earmarking additional $1 billion in spending
Saskatchewan's government is poised to spend an extra $1 billion this year, a move that would sink the province's finances deeper into the red.A committee meeting Tuesday night heard an additional expense of $813 million is required for SaskPower, the province's electrical utility.It also heard an extra $194 million is...
Dec 03, 2025
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Wildfire strategy
Sask. NDP introduces bill to establish wildfire strategy; SPSA acknowledges room for improvement
Trevor Sewap quit as the fire base supervisor for Pelican Narrows this past summer, when wildfires raged across northern Saskatchewan. He said it was out of pure frustration. "The government wanted to run from the fire and they left behind people with only their running shoes and no proper equipment to try to save...
Dec 02, 2025
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Local Sports
Riderville
The sheriff is back: Riders sign QB Trevor Harris to contract extension
Trevor Harris isn't done yet.With questions surrounding his future after winning the 2025 Grey Cup, the Saskatchewan Roughriders announced they have signed the 39-year-old quarterback to a one-year contract extension.He is coming off one of the best seasons in his 13-season CFL career, winning the 112th Grey Cup and be...
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Raiders lose 7-1
Raiders embarrassed in second straight loss to Tigers
After losing just their second game in regulation of the season on Saturday to the Medicine Hat Tigers, it looked like the Prince Albert Raiders were poised for revenge on Wednesday when they started a four game road trip through Alberta. Instead, the Raiders were outplayed from start to finish in a frustrating 7-1 los...
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Onto the next
Contacts escape P.A. with win as late penalty trouble sinks Mintos
The Prince Albert Mintos had to swallow a tough pill on Wednesday night after falling 5-3 to the Saskatoon Contacts at the Art Hauser Centre.The loss comes after defeating the Battlefords Stars back on Nov. 25, also coming at home. The loss puts the Mintos at 10-9-1-0 (W-L-OTL-SOL) on the campaign.The Contacts jumped o...
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Boxing
Ahenakew's confidence grows after exposure at national boxing event
With 40 bouts now under his belt, Cole Ahenakew acknowledges confidence is still something he needs to work on but adds he is getting better at it.The skilled and humble boxer from Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation has just returned from Winnipeg, where he represented Saskatchewan at the Canadian Elite Nationals.After handedly w...
Dec 03, 2025
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Roster moves and world junior camp
Raiders acquire McCagherty, Man and Orsulak earn World Junior invites
The Prince Albert Raiders are going to see some changes to their lineup over the course of the next few weeks. One change will be the addition of a 19-year-old forward, the other will be less permanent as the two Czechian born players head to camp for the World Juniors.First with the trade, the Raiders have acquired 6-...
Dec 03, 2025
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Chance for redemption
Raiders look for redemption in Medicine Hat to start Alberta road swing
After suffering just their second regulation loss of the season on Saturday in heart-breaking fashion, the Prince Albert Raiders start a four games in five nights stretch as they look to pay back the Medicine Hat Tigers.The two teams played each other last Saturday in Prince Albert, and the game was tied at two late in...
Dec 03, 2025
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PA Profiles
Athabasca Basin News
By Deht'anuhzeh Noey On June 1, 1982, Merv first stepped foot on the Rabbit Lake mine site as a young mill trainee. What he didn't know then was that this first day would mark the beginning of a remarkable 43-year career dedicated to growth, safety, and leadership at Cameco. Over the decades, Merv steadily advanced thr...
Oct 16, 2025
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Every home tells a story worth telling
North of Extraordinary Celebrates How Canadians Experience The Feeling of Home
You see more than a house. We do too. Every home tells a story. It's the corner of the kitchen where the dog bowl lives, the pencil marks on the doorframe that quietly record the years, and the sound of hallway giggles as kids race through the house. Buying or selling a home isn't just about square footage or market tr...
Oct 06, 2025
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FAQ
Listen: Get ready for the season crossover with Pines Power Sports Marine
On this edition of Frequently Asked Questions, Pattison Media's Garth Kalin speaks with Dean Lato of Pines Power Sports Marine about being ready to ride, whether that's on dirt or snow. Dean Lato from Pines Power Sports Marine on the season crossover.*This content is part of paNOW's commercial content division.
Oct 01, 2025
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Elevate your wellness routine with Boreal Sauna Company
It's the ultimate luxury of relaxation - a private, mobile, wood-fired sauna can transform any setting into a wellness sanctuary. Boreal Sauna Company is a new business offering that experience in the heart of Northern Saskatchewan. Payton Hall and his wife McKenna started the Prince Albert based company with the goal ...
Oct 01, 2025
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10th Anniversary August 22-24, 2025
Waskesiu Lakeside Music Festival
Grab your dancin' sandals, or just kick back and enjoy the wonderful musical performances at the 2025 Waskesiu Lakeside Music Festival presented by Phantom Light Distillery. It's Waskesiu's biggest event of the year! The weekend is jam-packed with a variety of free family activities, including live on-stage musical ent...
Aug 13, 2025
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Guide dogs
CNIB in need of volunteers to foster future service dogs across Canada
It's a rewarding experience filled with unconditional love and the opportunity to change the life of someone who is blind. Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Guide Dogs is urgently looking for volunteers to raise future guide dogs for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision."There's a hug...
Jul 23, 2025
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Canada
April federal leaders' debates had 'shortcomings,' organizer admits
OTTAWA - The head of the federal Leaders' Debates Commission says the body should no longer be responsible for organizing post-debate press conferences and the rules for participating in the debates should be reviewed. The commission came under fire ov...
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B.C. judge finds murderer in contempt over 'inmate code' refusal to answer questions
VANCOUVER - A British Columbia judge says a man convicted in the notorious Surrey Six murder case is guilty of contempt of court for refusing to answer questions out of fear of violating the "inmate code" against co-operating with law enforcement. Cod...
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Joly says Stellantis getting a notice of default following production shift to U.S.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Canada is serving Stellantis a notice of default after the automaker shifted some of its production to the United States. "We will stand firm for the sake of our workers, our industries and our nation because defendi...
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Here's what people are saying about John Rustad's exit as B.C. Conservative leader
Here's what people are saying about John Rustad and his resignation on Thursday as leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., which he took to the brink of power in last year's provincial election. "'I've made a huge change and difference in terms of po...
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Secretary of State for CRA pushes back against auditor general's findings on accuracy
OTTAWA - The secretary of state for the Canada Revenue Agency is pushing back against some of the auditor general report's recent findings and argues that Canadians get timely, accurate info from the agency. After placing 167 calls to the CRA's contac...
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ICE says armoured vehicles ordered from Canadian firm produced in U.S.
OTTAWA - The armoured vehicles U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is purchasing from Canadian defence firm Roshel fall under Buy American provisions, the law enforcement agency said Thursday. The department's media relations team said in an email...
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World
Grand jury rejects new mortgage fraud indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The Justice Department failed Thursday to secure a new indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James after a judge dismissed the previous mortgage fraud prosecution encouraged by President Donald Trump, a...
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Supreme Court allows Texas to use a congressional map favorable to Republicans in 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) - A divided Supreme Court on Thursday came to the rescue of Texas Republicans, allowing next year's elections to be held under the state's congressional redistricting plan favorable to the GOP and pushed by President Dona...
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US prioritizes visas for fans traveling for the World Cup, Olympics and other events
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing to visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 Wo...
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White House is expected to submit plans for new ballroom to planning commission this month
WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House is expected to submit plans for its new ballroom to a planning commission this month, the presidentially appointed head of the panel said Thursday. "Once plans are submitted, that's really ...
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Admiral says there was no 'kill them all' order in boat attack, but video alarms lawmakers
WASHINGTON (AP) - A Navy admiral told lawmakers Thursday that there was no "kill them all" order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth but grave questions and concerns remain as Congress scrutinizes an attack that killed two survivors of a...
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Man accused of planting pipe bombs before Jan. 6 Capitol attack is charged with explosives offenses
WASHINGTON (AP) - A man was arrested Thursday in the FBI's nearly 5-year-old investigation into pipe bombs placed outside the headquarters of the Republican and Democratic national parties in Washington on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, ri...
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