Historical anniversary
T. rex Discovery Centre celebrates anniversary of finding Scotty
It has been almost 35 years since a Saskatchewan high school principal made an accidental discovery in southwestern Saskatchewan that would help reshape the province's understanding of its prehistoric past.On Aug. 16, 1991, Robert Gebhardt joined Royal Saskatchewan Museum paleontologists John Storer and Tim Tokaryk on ...
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ETCHED IN HISTORY
Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 induction class
Some of Saskatchewan's top baseball figures were enshrined in history Saturday as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed its 2026 induction class, honouring 11 individuals, three teams and one family.Dr. Craig Weran, who grew up playing baseball in the Battlefords before his career took him across N...
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Best in the West
Champions crowned as Western's comes to a close in P.A.
The final pitch of the 2026 AA Western Canadian Baseball Championships has been thrown, signaling the end of the tournament in Prince Albert.Over the course of the weekend, the Prince Albert Royals welcomed 12 of the best youth baseball teams from across Western Canada spread across the 13U, 15U, and 18U age groups.Eac...
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Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 induction class
Some of Saskatchewan's top baseball figures were enshrined in history Saturday as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed its 2026 induction class, honouring 11 individuals, three teams and one family.Dr. Craig Weran, who grew up playing baseball in the Battlefords before his career took him across N...
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Thunderous victory
White Lightning Express wins Territorial Days Indian Relay championship
It was a historical first for the North Battleford's Northwest Territorial Days fair on Friday.The beloved summer event hosted an Indian Relay championship for the first time, with Mistawasis First Nation's White Lightning Express topping a field of 19 teams. They finished ahead of host Northern Sky Relay, KL Stables a...
Aug 15, 2026
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Canada Summer Games
P.A.'s Svenson wins gold in bocce at Special Olympics
Tanner Svenson says winning gold in bocce at the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games has capped off a life-changing week in southern Alberta.He was down zero to five before mounting a comeback to win 12-5 over Trevor Campese of British Columbia. He advanced to the gold medal after going undefeated in the round robin a...
Aug 15, 2026
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to be fair
P.A.'s Jackson travels across prairies in unusual side hustle
Trying to add new things and keep the program fresh for town fairs and exhibitions can be a tough challenge. That's why one of the board members for the Prince Albert Exhibition, Kim Jackson, decided to follow the fair around this year in his own motor home throughout the summer. Jackson was running one of the gambling...
Aug 15, 2026
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Opening Day
AA Western Championships underway as 18U Royals win via walk-off on day one
The final AA baseball tournament of the year is off and running in Prince Albert. First pitch of the AA Western Canadian Baseball Championships was tossed this morning across the three participating age groups in 13U, 15U, and 18U. Games began at 8 a.m. Friday, with day one of the championships wrapping up with the op...
Aug 15, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Historical anniversary
T. rex Discovery Centre celebrates anniversary of finding Scotty
It has been almost 35 years since a Saskatchewan high school principal made an accidental discovery in southwestern Saskatchewan that would help reshape the province's understanding of its prehistoric past.On Aug. 16, 1991, Robert Gebhardt joined Royal Saskatchewan Museum paleontologists John Storer and Tim Tokaryk on ...
12h ago
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Crime
RCMP searching for vehicle of interest following homicide in Sandy Bay
Saskatchewan Bay RCMP are actively searching for a vehicle wanted in connection to an early morning homicide in Sandy Bay.Police were called to a home in the community just after 4:30 a.m. this morning for a report of an injured man. He was declared dead at the scene by "medical professionals".His death is co...
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Uncertain Future
Fate of Snowbirds' Tutor jets still up in the air
The Snowbirds' CT-114 Tutor fleet retires in less than two months, but where the historic jets will go remains undecided.According to the Department of National Defence, a plan for the "responsible development" of the aircraft is in the works."The eventual retirement plan will respect the significant pla...
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Ti-Cats pounce
Tre Ford provides spark for Hamilton to beat the Riders 26-19
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't overcome injuries a second straight week as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats got a win at home on Saturday.Quarterback Tre Ford came into the game in the second half as starter Harrison Frost appeared to have suffered an injury. The dynamic dual-threat quarterback had 151 yards and a...
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Crash
Ontario man killed in fatal rollover near La Loche
One person is dead and four more are recovering from injuries following a single vehicle rollover roughly 30 km south of La Loche.La Loche RCMP were called to the scene at around 2:20 a.m. this morning for a report of rollover on Highway #155.Local fire and EMS also responded, where the driver of the vehicle was pronou...
Aug 15, 2026
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Health
Saskatchewan's first Pediatric IBD Day brings families together
Dallas was only two years old when he was diagnosed with a disease he will carry for the rest of his life.For his mother, Crystal Diederichs, the diagnosis - Inflammatory bowel disease, commonly called IBD - was frightening, but receiving answers early also gave her hope."He will have it his whole life, and it's s...
Aug 15, 2026
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Local Sports
Best in the West
Champions crowned as Western's comes to a close in P.A.
The final pitch of the 2026 AA Western Canadian Baseball Championships has been thrown, signaling the end of the tournament in Prince Albert.Over the course of the weekend, the Prince Albert Royals welcomed 12 of the best youth baseball teams from across Western Canada spread across the 13U, 15U, and 18U age groups.Eac...
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ETCHED IN HISTORY
Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 induction class
Some of Saskatchewan's top baseball figures were enshrined in history Saturday as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed its 2026 induction class, honouring 11 individuals, three teams and one family.Dr. Craig Weran, who grew up playing baseball in the Battlefords before his career took him across N...
12h ago
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Ti-Cats pounce
Tre Ford provides spark for Hamilton to beat the Riders 26-19
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't overcome injuries a second straight week as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats got a win at home on Saturday.Quarterback Tre Ford came into the game in the second half as starter Harrison Frost appeared to have suffered an injury. The dynamic dual-threat quarterback had 151 yards and a...
18h ago
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Thunderous victory
White Lightning Express wins Territorial Days Indian Relay championship
It was a historical first for the North Battleford's Northwest Territorial Days fair on Friday.The beloved summer event hosted an Indian Relay championship for the first time, with Mistawasis First Nation's White Lightning Express topping a field of 19 teams. They finished ahead of host Northern Sky Relay, KL Stables a...
Aug 15, 2026
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Riders Gameday
Hamilton Tiger-Cats defence presents a test for Sask. Roughriders
While the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' offence is going through some growing pains, the Saskatchewan Roughriders know the opposing defence will be up to the task.Hamilton's defence is only surrendering 26.2 points per game to opposing offences this season, which is the third fewest in the league."They are coached well. Gu...
Aug 15, 2026
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Opening Day
AA Western Championships underway as 18U Royals win via walk-off on day one
The final AA baseball tournament of the year is off and running in Prince Albert. First pitch of the AA Western Canadian Baseball Championships was tossed this morning across the three participating age groups in 13U, 15U, and 18U. Games began at 8 a.m. Friday, with day one of the championships wrapping up with the op...
Aug 15, 2026
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PA Profiles
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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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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Canada
In the news today: LeBlanc meets U.S. envoy, gas price relief, Hayden Panettiere dead
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... LeBlanc meets with U.S. trade representative as tariff deadline looms Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc spent the weekend in Washington to work with Donal...
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Carney to make announcement in St. John's with Quebec, N.L. premiers
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to make an announcement about energy security after reports that Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador have reached a deal regarding Churchill Falls. Carney's public itinerary says he will be joined by Newfound...
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Statistics Canada to report how rebounding gas prices affected inflation in July
OTTAWA - Statistics Canada is set to report fresh inflation figures for July this morning. A poll of economists expects the annual rate of inflation ticked up to 2.9 per cent last month after cooling sharply to 2.8 per cent in June, according to LSEG D...
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Inside the Montreal lab working to prepare Canada against future pandemics
MONTREAL - In a biomedicine laboratory at Polytechnique Montréal, animal protein grows in a bubbling orange solution as researchers in white lab coats take samples with large syringes. Neatly-labelled glass bottles filled with clear liquid line the she...
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Conservatives call for extension of temporary gas price relief until next summer
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the federal government should give Canadians at least another 10 months of relief at the pumps. The Liberals suspended the federal fuel excise tax in April in response to global price shocks sparked b...
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Ontario, Canada governments announce $1 billion for infrastructure to support housing
OTTAWA - Ontario and Ottawa are announcing up to $1 billion to help municipalities in the province build infrastructure for more homes. The money will go to municipalities that do not collect development charges for things like roads, bridges and water...
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World
Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon on Sunday to scale back planned joint military exercises with South Korea after the Republican president said it declined to help denuclearize Iran. Trump said in a social medi...
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Tommy John, namesake for a pioneering elbow surgery that saved his career, dead at 83
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Tommy John, who won 288 games during a 26-year big league career and became the first pitcher to successfully return following groundbreaking elbow surgery that later was named after him, has died. He was 83. He died at...
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Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia on Sunday, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv's largest aerial attacks of the war. Kyiv has stepped up its attacks on Russia this year, with long-range missiles and swarms of drone...
Aug 16, 2026
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Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia Sunday, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv's largest aerial attacks of the war. Russia's Ministry of Defense said that it had destroyed 822 drones overnight, with 600 headed toward...
Aug 16, 2026
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A bus crash in Hungary kills 12 people, injures at least 10 others
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) - A passenger bus traveling on a highway in Hungary early Sunday went off the road and into a ditch where it overturned, killing 12 and injuring others, police said. The bus, which was carrying a group of Polish tou...
Aug 16, 2026
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Indiana authorities say at least 5 people have died as severe weather crosses the state
Indiana authorities said at least five people have died as a result of severe storms and flooding across the state this week, as first responders used boats to rescue more people Saturday from rising waters in neighborhoods along the White River in Ind...
Aug 15, 2026
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