rabies risk
Warning issued by vet after rabid bat found in Duck Lake
One Saskatchewan veterinary clinic is ringing alarm bells after a bat in the province was recently found to have rabies.In a social media post this week, Brighton Veterinary Clinic warned the rabid bat was found in the RM of Duck Lake.The clinic warned clients that keeping their pets' rabies vaccinations up to date is ...
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Canada-U.S. relations
Trump's trade war with Canada is becoming a ballot box issue ahead of U.S. midterms
WASHINGTON - As the United States braces for pivotal midterm elections this November, there's a new and unexpected issue on voters' minds in many states: President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with Canada."Canada is our friend, our closest ally and our biggest trading partner," Maine Republican Sen. Su...
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Tailgate politics
VIDEO: Poilievre demands cost breakdown of Canada's counter-tariffs during Regina visit
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FAQ
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rabies risk
Warning issued by vet after rabid bat found in Duck Lake
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Canada-U.S. relations
Trump's trade war with Canada is becoming a ballot box issue ahead of U.S. midterms
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Prince Albert
Bus shelter art
More bus shelters to get cultural makeovers
Three more transit shelters in Prince Albert will get a new look after the City of Prince Albert announced a second call for designs from Indigenous artists. The city hopes making transit shelters more welcoming will increase community pride and help prevent them from being targeted by vandals, as they have been in the...
Sep 06, 2026
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Raiders lose 5-2
Blades take battle in Warman over Raiders
After bringing in a few veterans and earning a win over Moose Jaw Friday, the Prince Albert Raiders went down the road to Warman on Saturday for their annual neutral site game with the Saskatoon Blades.The Raiders didn't get out of the gates until late, losing 5-2.There was no scoring in the first, but the Blades looke...
Sep 06, 2026
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Bush Fire
Vehicle fire spreads to bush, prompts multi-agency response north of Prince Albert
Several unused vehicles caught fire and ignited nearby brush north of Prince Albert last week, prompting a multi-agency response.Buckland Fire and Rescue was called to a vegetation fire on Lempereur Road at about 3:11 p.m. on Aug. 27. Firefighters heading to the station could see a large column of black smoke to the no...
Sep 05, 2026
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Pando and Ares
Prince Albert police dogs ready to put skills to the test at national trials
When it comes to police dogs, the good ones are those that get the job done, and that is what will be expected of Prince Albert Police Dog, Pando and his partner, Constable Matthew Brown. The pair will be one of 30 teams that compete in the Canadian Police Canine Association (CPCA) trials between September 10 to 13 in...
Sep 05, 2026
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Raiders win 5-3
New Raiders take the lead, returning Raiders protect it in preseason win over Warriors
The roster has been narrowed down to 31, and the Prince Albert Raiders finally got to start the preseason Friday night against the Moose Jaw Warriors.Multi point nights from a returning Raider, a 20-year-old fighting for a spot, and a rookie defenceman looking to break into the lineup all contributed to a 5-3 win for t...
Sep 05, 2026
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Arrested at business
Man wanted for first-degree murder in Newfoundland arrested in Prince Albert
A Quebec man wanted for the first-degree murder of another man in Newfoundland and Labrador was arrested by the Saskatchewan Marshal Service at a business in Prince Albert. The Marshals said that David Faucher, age 30, was wanted for the killing of Franz Drosch, age 43, in Happy Valley - Goose Bay, Newfoundland in 202...
Sep 04, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Tailgate politics
VIDEO: Poilievre demands cost breakdown of Canada's counter-tariffs during Regina visit
Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre used a Labour Day weekend stop in Regina to press Prime Minister Mark Carney for more information about the cost of Canada's latest counter-tariffs against the United States.Poilievre was surrounded by Saskatchewan Roughriders fans Sunday as he attended a tailgate outside Mosa...
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rabies risk
Warning issued by vet after rabid bat found in Duck Lake
One Saskatchewan veterinary clinic is ringing alarm bells after a bat in the province was recently found to have rabies.In a social media post this week, Brighton Veterinary Clinic warned the rabid bat was found in the RM of Duck Lake.The clinic warned clients that keeping their pets' rabies vaccinations up to date is ...
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Labour Day Classic
Updated: Overtime thriller as Riders take Labour Day Classic over Bombers
It took some extra football, but the Saskatchewan Roughriders won another Labour Day Classic on Saturday.Saskatchewan emerged from a sold-out Mosaic Stadium with a 32-26 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers."That was the best atmosphere I've been a part of in my 20 years of playing football," defensive back Jon...
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repairs and renovations
Saskatchewan funds $1.3M for facilities supporting disabled individuals
The provincial government is funding $1.3 million in improvements to group homes and day programs for people with intellectual disabilities.According to a Government of Saskatchewan media release, the capital grant funding will go to 15 community-based organizations.The money will fund repairs and renovations to group ...
Sep 06, 2026
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More support
Sask. government announces new School literacy initiatives for September
Saskatchewan's youngest readers will be getting more support with their early learning needs this September.The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding literacy supports by launching provincial reading screeners this month.Students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 will have access to these screeners, which are quick ass...
Sep 06, 2026
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Yearly showdown
'Sixty minutes of violent football': Riders, Bombers set to clash in Labour Day Classic
It's one of the most anticipated games of the CFL season - the annual Labour Day Classic at Mosaic Stadium between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.The yearly showdown has a reputation as a game where the teams' records don't matter but in 2026, it, along with the rematch between the two in the ne...
Sep 06, 2026
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Local Sports
Labour Day Classic
Updated: Overtime thriller as Riders take Labour Day Classic over Bombers
It took some extra football, but the Saskatchewan Roughriders won another Labour Day Classic on Saturday.Saskatchewan emerged from a sold-out Mosaic Stadium with a 32-26 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers."That was the best atmosphere I've been a part of in my 20 years of playing football," defensive back Jon...
18h ago
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Yearly showdown
'Sixty minutes of violent football': Riders, Bombers set to clash in Labour Day Classic
It's one of the most anticipated games of the CFL season - the annual Labour Day Classic at Mosaic Stadium between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.The yearly showdown has a reputation as a game where the teams' records don't matter but in 2026, it, along with the rematch between the two in the ne...
Sep 06, 2026
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Raiders lose 5-2
Blades take battle in Warman over Raiders
After bringing in a few veterans and earning a win over Moose Jaw Friday, the Prince Albert Raiders went down the road to Warman on Saturday for their annual neutral site game with the Saskatoon Blades.The Raiders didn't get out of the gates until late, losing 5-2.There was no scoring in the first, but the Blades looke...
Sep 06, 2026
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Big Weekend
Riders look to build momentum, halt Bombers' surge in Labour Day Classic
Momentum is something teams are always trying to capture throughout a season.The Saskatchewan Roughriders were able to put an end to a two-game skid last week with a 28-24 victory over the Toronto Argonauts.Defensive back Marcus Sayles believes that momentum does carry over from game to game. "We had a really good...
Sep 05, 2026
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Raiders win 5-3
New Raiders take the lead, returning Raiders protect it in preseason win over Warriors
The roster has been narrowed down to 31, and the Prince Albert Raiders finally got to start the preseason Friday night against the Moose Jaw Warriors.Multi point nights from a returning Raider, a 20-year-old fighting for a spot, and a rookie defenceman looking to break into the lineup all contributed to a 5-3 win for t...
Sep 05, 2026
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Warriors and Blades
Introducing the new guys: Raiders preseason begins
Camp is over, the rookie game is in the books, the team has had a couple of days to practice, and now there are 31 players left on the roster trying to make the 2026-27 Prince Albert Raiders. About 20 of those players will get the opportunity to impress on Friday night as the Raiders play their second preseason game a...
Sep 04, 2026
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PA Profiles
"Online doesn't mean impersonal."
Innova Law brings convenient, personal legal services to clients across Saskatchewan
For many people, working with a lawyer can mean rearranging a busy schedule, travelling to an office and finding time for appointments. Innova Law is taking a different approach by allowing Saskatchewan clients to complete their legal matters fully online while maintaining the personal connection and professional servi...
Aug 27, 2026
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Flying Dust First Nation
From Flying Dust to communities across Canada: Christopher Merasty builds support through New Direction Consulting
Across Saskatchewan, many communities are looking for ways to strengthen leadership, support men, engage youth and build healthier communities for the next generation. That challenge is what led Flying Dust First Nation member Christopher Merasty to establish New Direction Consulting. The Flying Dust First Nation membe...
Aug 04, 2026
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New business
Sunday Eve Bridal Atelier: Bringing a fresh approach to bridal shopping
For many brides in Prince Albert and northern Saskatchewan, finding the perfect wedding dress has traditionally meant a trip to Saskatoon. A new downtown boutique is looking to change that by bringing designer bridal fashion, inclusive sizing and a personalized shopping experience closer to home.Located on Central Aven...
Jul 18, 2026
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FAQ
Listen: Pines Power Sports Marine about changes to the 2026 Sea-Doo Switch!
On this edition of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Pattison Media's Garth Kalin speaks with Dean Lato from Pines Power Sports Marine about the new changes to the 2026 Sea-Doo Switch!
Jul 09, 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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SUMMER EVENT
Vintage Power Machines Festival ready for its 45th event
Visitors to this year's Vintage Power Machines Threshing Festival will once again be transported to a time when horsepower came with actual horses and tractors were built to last generations. Now in its 45th year, the event returns with two full days of history and hands-on demonstrations July 11 - 12.The festival take...
Jun 25, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: trade war escalates, Trump targets Bombardier, yacht rescue
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Canada's retaliatory tariffs on American goods are now in effect The trade war between Canada and the United States took on a new face today as Ottawa introduces r...
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Food Allergy Canada calls for laws requiring schools to stock epinephrine devices
TORONTO - Last May, six-year-old Kofi Berkley started getting itchy and developing bumps on his skin while he was playing with his friends at recess. The recess supervisor brought the Grade 1 student, who didn't have any known allergies, to his Edmonto...
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Canadian rescued after yacht found submerged in remote part of Indian Ocean
A Canadian tourist is reported to be in good health after his yacht was found by Australian rescuers partially submerged in a remote part of the Indian Ocean. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority, or AMSA, says the man was reported to be travelling...
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Canada's retaliatory tariffs on American goods are now in effect
OTTAWA - Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs on American goods took effect just after midnight EDT on Tuesday, responding to the 50 per cent tariffs Washington hit Canada with last month. On Aug. 22, U.S. President Donald Trump launched tariffs on nearly $28 ...
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B.C. mountaineer missing in Italy is seasoned survivalist, MLA says
A British Columbia legislature member who went to law school with missing mountaineer Kalie McCrystal says the woman's family and friends are "sitting by the phone" as they await updates on the search in Italy. Penticton-Summerland MLA Amelia Boultbee...
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Trump takes aim at Bombardier sales in the U.S. as Canada's tariff deadline looms
OTTAWA - Canadian aerospace giant Bombardier defended itself Monday and laid out its extensive footprint across the United States after President Donald Trump made the company the latest target of his anti-Canada campaign. Trump's rhetoric escalated in...
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World
Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave the country over activities deemed unacceptable
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) - Hungary has ordered 10 members of Russia's diplomatic mission to leave the country over activities deemed unacceptable for diplomats, Foreign Minister Anita Orbán said Tuesday. Orbán did not specify the alleged ac...
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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia wound 73 people, officials say
CAIRO (AP) - More than 70 people were wounded in a wave of Houthi attacks Tuesday on Saudi Arabia, authorities said, a major escalation in the renewed conflict between an important U.S. ally and the Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen. The att...
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Illinois mom charged with killing toddler was closely following Lindsay Clancy trial, officials say
An Illinois woman charged with killing her 2-year-old son had been closely following the murder trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy and was texting friends about the case just hours before her son was found dead, prosecutors said. ...
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Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of a strike on a prison in northern Yemen, killing 7, including a child
CAIRO (AP) - Houthi rebels in Yemen accused Saudi Arabia of striking a prison on Monday in the country's north, killing seven, including a child, as tensions escalate between the Iran-backed group and Saudi-backed Yemeni forces. The strik...
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King Charles clarifies status of Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, after their return to the UK
LONDON (AP) - King Charles III has reiterated that Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, remain non-working members of the royal family following their return to the United Kingdom. A letter sent on behalf of the king to senior government of...
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Israeli airstrikes on a village in southern Lebanon kill 12 people, including 2 children
KFAR RUMMAN, Lebanon (AP) - Israel's air force carried out two airstrikes early Monday on a southern Lebanese village, killing at least 12 people and wounding others, including children, Lebanon's Health Ministry said. Monday's strikes ca...
Sep 07, 2026
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