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Prince Albert

Tony Cote Summer Games
Sacred lance arrives in Battlefords after 600-km journey
For generations, the sacred lance run has marked the passing of responsibility from one host community to the next for the Tony Cote Summer Games. This year, after 10 days on the road, the tradition arrived in the Battlefords on the shoulders of young runners with tired legs, full hearts and hundreds of kilometres behi...
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Community support
WATCH: Watsonairs donate $5,000 towards new Ronald McDonald House
While construction of the new Ronald McDonald House in Prince Albert is still very much underway, support for the cause that will benefit families from across the region continues to roll in.On Friday, on behalf of the Watsonairs choir group, Amy Robinson presented a $5,000 cheque to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Th...
Jul 25, 2026
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Public transparency
Jury at coroner's inquest recommends body cams and improved training
A six-person jury at the Boden Umpherville coroner's inquest in Prince Albert is recommending mandatory use of body cameras for all members of the Prince Albert Police Service and when a medical emergency team is on site of the scene, at least one paramedic needs to stay with the individual who is in need of medical ca...
Jul 24, 2026
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Flying off the shelves
Local retailer struggling to keep up with bug spray demand
Heavy rainfall in Saskatchewan this summer has awakened mosquito eggs that have been dormant for years and as a result, it's become nearly impossible to find bug spray for the average consumer. Retailers in the city are noticing it too. Brittney Rosenberg is Lake Country Co-op's Director of Marketing and Community Rela...
Jul 24, 2026
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Cultures Collide
Tibetan monks visit Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation
The Cree Nation and Tibetan Buddhism. Two cultures very far apart from one another geographically, but two that share a lot of similar beliefs and practices. That's why Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation invited a group of 10 monks from the Chinese province of Tibet to come here to Saskatchewan for a series of shared prayers to h...
Jul 24, 2026
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Railway History
Restored caboose ready to welcome visitors at Prince Albert Exhibition
A historic landmark at the Prince Albert Exhibition grounds has been given new life.The iconic red caboose, a fixture at the Prince Albert Exhibition (PAEX) since 1979, recently underwent an extensive restoration aimed at preserving a unique piece of railway history for future generations.According to the Prince Albert...
Jul 24, 2026
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Saskatchewan

Increased crushing capacity
Louis Dreyfus to add 140 jobs in Yorkton
A new pea production plant and an expanded canola processing at Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) are bringing dozens of new jobs to Yorkton.According to a release from the province, the changes to the company's canola processing site will more than double its crushing capacity.The new jobs will bring the company's workforce...
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PARKS CANADA
Charges laid against hikers with off-leash dog after grizzly encounter in Banff
Parks Canada says charges have been laid against two hikers who, along with their off-leash dog, encountered a grizzly bear in Banff National Park.Video of the encounter on Taylor Lake trail was posted to Instagram, and Parks Canada wardens were able to identify the people involved.The regulatory charges under the Cana...
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Beat the heat
Southern Sask. heat wave expected to last all week as air quality drops
Yellow heat and air quality warnings were issued by Environment Canada for many parts of western and southern Saskatchewan on Saturday, and that heat could last all week.The warnings affect the cities of Lloydmister, Moose Jaw, Regina, Estevan and Weyburn as well as a number of RMs.Shannon Moodie, meteorologist with En...
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Contract negotiation
Sask. health care workers to hold strike vote in September
A union representing Saskatchewan health care workers will be holding a strike vote this fall, after years of trying to negotiate a contract.CUPE 5430 said the 7,000 members it represents will cast their ballots Sept. 8-14.Workers have been without a contract since March 2023, and negotiations with the provincial gover...
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New phase of modernization
'Bright' future: RCAF chief says spike in defence spending is boosting flight times
One year into her new job as commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Lt.-Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet said she could see an immediate effect of the federal government's defence spending boost: RCAF pilots are spending more time in the air.In a recent interview with The Canadian Press, Speiser-Blanchet also acknowledg...
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local talent
Macklin's Cole Reschny named to World Junior Summer Showcase roster for Team Canada
Saskatchewan's Cole Reschny has moved one step closer towards making his return to Team Canada at the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.On Friday, Reschny was named to Hockey Canada's World Junior Summer Showcase roster. He'll head to Windsor, Ont. next week to skate with other Team Canada hopefuls.The Macklin, Sask....
Jul 25, 2026
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Local Sports

High Honours
P.A. lacrosse standouts keep adding to resume
A pair of Prince Albert lacrosse talents are continuing to further their stride in the sport. Crosby Ratt made headlines earlier this week after being named Goalie of the Year and a First Team All-Star in the Rocky Mountain Jr. A Lacrosse League (RMJALL) while Jaite Bexson just returned from Ontario following his tryou...
Jul 25, 2026
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Riders fall at home
Edmonton beats Saskatchewan after last-second field goal
The Edmonton Elks walked it off with a 57-yard field goal to beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36-34 on Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium.After Riders kicker Alex Hale made a field goal with 1:46 remaining in the game, Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo led a 52-yard drive and converted two third-down attempts to allow Edmon...
Jul 24, 2026
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In rememberance
Fans reflect as Saskatchewan Roughriders honour Rajyaguru, Dalke after fatal crash
For several quiet minutes on Thursday night, the score, the standings and the rivalry did not matter.Thousands of fans stood inside Mosaic Stadium as the Saskatchewan Roughriders honoured Bhishma Rajyaguru and team captain Jayden Dalke, who were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 11 near Lumsden on Saturday.Photo...
Jul 24, 2026
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Riderville
Roughriders, Elks set for CFL clash after emotional week
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are preparing to take on the Edmonton Elks on Thursday after what has been an emotional week for the team.On Saturday, the day before the CFL club was set to return to practice, linebacker Jayden Dalke was killed in a car crash that also took the life of 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru.On Mon...
Jul 23, 2026
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Preparing for showdown with Elks
'You have to keep going': Riders learn from the past as they grieve
It's been a feeling a few members of the Saskatchewan Roughriders have had to deal with before.Members of the CFL club are dealing with the death of linebacker Jayden Dalke, who was killed when RCMP said his vehicle travelled the wrong way down Highway 11, hitting and killing 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru, who was driv...
Jul 22, 2026
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Play ball
U18 AA provincial brackets set as Royals, Padres head south
The final standings from the regular season are in, and the brackets have been finalized for U18 AA provincials this weekend. The Prince Albert Royals finished among the leaders in the Saskatchewan Prairie Baseball League (SPBL) this season and earned themselves a spot in the Tier 1 championship in Regina. Meanwhile, t...
Jul 21, 2026
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PA Profiles

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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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

Wildfires merge, cross Highway 97 north of Clinton, B.C.
Two wildfires threatening the village of Clinton, B.C., and the surrounding area merged late Saturday, a day after the Pear Lake blaze destroyed structures, including homes, on the outskirts of the community. An update from BC Wildfire Service said the...
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Young Quebec sailor, 17, aims to challenge gender stereotypes in sailing
MONTREAL - At 17, Jasmine Pernot is set to become the youngest skipper and one of only three women leading crews in Quebec's new offshore sailing race, hoping to show other young women they belong at the helm. Jasmine Pernot will lead a crew of seven i...
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Carney calls August byelections for three seats in Ontario, Quebec and B.C.
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is announcing byelections will be held in August for three electoral districts in Ontario, Quebec and B.C. Constituents in Beaches-East York, Chicoutimi-Le Fjord and North Vancouver-Capilano will head to the polls on...
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How a Vancouver ATM user with 66 cards set off years-long probe of online drug sales
VANCOUVER - It was more than three years ago when Vancouver police arrested a man after he was seen using multiple bank cards to make withdrawals at an ATM. A search revealed he was carrying 66 bank cards and $39,200 in cash. The strange discovery in M...
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'Bright' future: RCAF chief says spike in defence spending is boosting flight times
OTTAWA - One year into her new job as commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Lt.-Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet said she could see an immediate effect of the federal government's defence spending boost: RCAF pilots are spending more time in the air. I...
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Israel pitches Canada high-tech trade and safer AI as diplomatic tensions persist
OTTAWA - Israel is pitching itself to Canada as a technology partner that can offer tangible solutions and safer artificial intelligence, despite the heavy strains on the bilateral relationship over wars in the Middle East. "Canada and Israel are both ...
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World

A US-Russian space crew lands safely in Kazakhstan after an 8-month stint on the ISS
MOSCOW (AP) - A U.S.-Russian space crew landed safely in the steppes of Kazakhstan on Sunday after an eight-month stint on the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Russian crewmates Sergei Kud-Sverchkov and Serge...
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The suspect in the deadly Berlin Pride attack is killed in a confrontation with police
BERLIN (AP) - The suspect in the deadly Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured was shot and killed by police during a confrontation on Sunday in a suburb of the city, authorities said. Abdul Ballout, a German citizen...
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Authorities in Germany issue a wanted notice for suspect in the Berlin Pride van ramming
BERLIN (AP) - German authorities on Sunday issued a wanted notice for a fugitive suspect in the van ramming near Berlin's Pride festival that left one person dead and injured at least 16 others. Police and prosecutors asked for help in fi...
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Hurricane Genevieve moves through the Pacific off Mexico, but no direct threat to land is forecast
MIAMI (AP) - Tropical Storm Genevieve has strengthened into a hurricane in the Pacific Ocean southwest of Mexico. It is forecast to pick up even more steam and become a major hurricane in the coming days but stay well out to sea on a course roughly par...
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Typhoon Noul makes landfall in southern China, with over 700,000 evacuated and flights canceled
HONG KONG (AP) - Typhoon Noul made landfall early Sunday bringing winds and heavy rain to southern China, including Hong Kong, over the weekend. It prompted the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people in Guangdong province with the...
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Van slams into crowd at Berlin Pride festival, killing 1 and injuring 16, as police identify suspect
BERLIN (AP) - A van slammed into people gathered for Berlin's famed Pride festival on Saturday night, killing one person, injuring at least 16 others and prompting police to call off the celebrations and a concert in the German capital hours after they...
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