SASK. YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR BURSARY
Sask. Chamber encouraging young entrepreneurs to apply for bursary
Applications are now open for Saskatchewan's Young Entrepreneur Bursary, which offers $5,000 to eligible small-business owners in the province between the ages of 18 and 35. The program, now in its second year, is administered by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce and includes mentorship and networking opportunities ...
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Local economy
Longtime Prince Albert business confirms plans to close
A Prince Albert business that has operated in the city for 40 years and been a staple of the downtown for 13 years, is closing its doors. Laurie Nyirfa, owner and manager of Country Comfort Bedrooms and Fine Furniture, told paNOW she hopes to sell all remaining inventory by the end of next month. She confirmed the deci...
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SASK. YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR BURSARY
Sask. Chamber encouraging young entrepreneurs to apply for bursary
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New thrill
No boat? No problem: Electric surfboards set to make waves in Saskatchewan lake country
Local economy
Longtime Prince Albert business confirms plans to close
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"We have to take this very seriously."
Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency issues widespread fire ban
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Prince Albert
Local economy
Longtime Prince Albert business confirms plans to close
A Prince Albert business that has operated in the city for 40 years and been a staple of the downtown for 13 years, is closing its doors. Laurie Nyirfa, owner and manager of Country Comfort Bedrooms and Fine Furniture, told paNOW she hopes to sell all remaining inventory by the end of next month. She confirmed the deci...
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'Evacuate immediately'
Evacuation order issued for south RM of Shellbrook
A fast moving wildfire has prompted an evacuation order in the Rural Municipality of Shellbrook.The order includes individuals in the RM of Shellbrook who live in the hamlet of Holbein one mile west and five miles east of Shellbrook and are south of Hwy 3 to the rural RM of Shellbrook border. Those residents are being ...
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Community Events
Cultural backgrounds collide in celebration at annual youth powwow
Thousands of students packed into Kinsmen Park in Prince Albert on Friday for a celebration of cultures in the ninth edition of the Heart of the Youth Pow Wow. Schools from across the Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division and the Prince Albert Catholic School Division, as well as from surrounding First Nations mad...
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Fire investigations
Two churches destroyed by fire at Little Red Reserve
For the second time in less than two weeks, a church at Little Red River Reserve has been destroyed by fire.The latest incident happened on Thursday at around 11:40 p.m.The Lakeland and District Fire Department was dispatched to the scene and when they arrived, the fire had already breached the roof of the structure. W...
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SASKATCHEWAN'S LARGEST TREE
A landmark without its label: Sign disappears from beloved Popoff Tree
In the heart of the North Saskatchewan River Valley, near Blaine Lake, stands the largest tree ever recorded in the province. This plains cottonwood and poplar cross, locally known as the Popoff Tree, is believed to be more than 175 years old. It stands 68 feet tall with a girth measuring 16 feet, making it one of the ...
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Provincial politics
NDP claims government has dropped the ball on northern addictions and violence rates
Citing data that shows crime rates in the North are nine times higher than those in urban centres in central and southern Saskatchewan, the provincial NDP is claiming the provincial government failed to address the underlying issues. The data from Statistics Canada identifies the Northern crime rate as being a staggeri...
May 28, 2026
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Saskatchewan
SASK. YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR BURSARY
Sask. Chamber encouraging young entrepreneurs to apply for bursary
Applications are now open for Saskatchewan's Young Entrepreneur Bursary, which offers $5,000 to eligible small-business owners in the province between the ages of 18 and 35. The program, now in its second year, is administered by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce and includes mentorship and networking opportunities ...
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"We have to take this very seriously."
Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency issues widespread fire ban
Saskatchewan has imposed a sweeping fire ban across much of central and southern parts of the province as new details emerge about the Lobstick Fire burning southwest of Prince Albert.The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency announced the restrictions Thursday, days after some rural municipalities implemented their own fi...
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"We really need to err on the side of caution."
SPSA issues sweeping fire ban as Lobstick wildfire crosses North Sask. River
Standing at the kitchen window, Colleen Neufeld watched as the flames from the Lobstick wildfire grew ever closer.The familiar prairie sunset she knows, filtered through a dark haze of smoke. On Friday afternoon, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) issued a fire ban that covers a large portion of the province....
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SASKATCHEWAN'S LARGEST TREE
A landmark without its label: Sign disappears from beloved Popoff Tree
In the heart of the North Saskatchewan River Valley, near Blaine Lake, stands the largest tree ever recorded in the province. This plains cottonwood and poplar cross, locally known as the Popoff Tree, is believed to be more than 175 years old. It stands 68 feet tall with a girth measuring 16 feet, making it one of the ...
20h ago
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Losing ground
Nisbet wildfire could cost $25M in timber losses
The Lobstick wildfire in the Nisbet Forest near Prince Albert continues to grow, having already charred more than 13,000 hectares, while local forestry operators warn of millions of dollars in potential economic losses.The blaze, north of Duck Lake and southwest of MacDowall, prompted an evacuation order Thursday night...
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Extra kick
Prairie heat making mustard spicier, researchers find
If your mustard seems a little spicier lately, you're probably not imagining it.Researchers say hotter, drier conditions across the Prairies are changing Canadian mustard seeds - and that could be giving everything from hot dogs to salad dressings a sharper kick.The Canadian Grain Commission has been tracking the quali...
May 29, 2026
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Local Sports
Lasting Legacy
Annual Aces softball tournament continues to honour former player ten years after her passing
Hundreds of youth softball players are descending on Prince Albert this weekend for the 6th annual Shaye Amundson Memorial Tournament. The Prince Albert Aces will welcome 22 other teams from across four age divisions with games beginning on Friday morning. Clubs are coming from all over the province including Melfort, ...
May 28, 2026
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Fresh Directions
Prince Albert Skating Club searching for new coach
The Prince Albert Skating Club may be done for the season, but it still has work to do before the next skating year. The club is looking for a new coach to take over one of its younger programs. Head coach Carla Jenkins outlined the duties the new coach would take on. "Our Learn-To-Skate programs, we have PresCanS...
May 27, 2026
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Saskatchewan Roughriders
Why defensive end Desmond Evans finally signed
It wasn't a quick decision by Desmond Evans to join the Saskatchewan Roughriders.The defensive end said he received about 20 calls from the CFL club over a nine-month span before he eventually gave them the answer they were looking for."I got cut from the Tennessee Titans and then went back home for three months,&...
May 27, 2026
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Pickleball
Local athletes gearing up for pickleball provincials
Pickleballers from across the province will be descending on Regina this weekend for the 2026 Pickleball Saskatchewan Provincial Championships. More than 400 athletes are registered for the tournament, which includes a group of 12 hailing from Prince Albert who will be competing in various events and skill levels. Devi...
May 27, 2026
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Club Volleyball
Smashing Bananas Volleyball wraps up season at nationals
The Prince Albert Smashing Bananas 18U club volleyball team has wrapped up its season. The team was one of 120 from across the country invited to the Volleyball Canada national tournament in Calgary over the weekend, where it finished 69th.Derek Vedress has completed his first year as head coach of the Smashing Bananas...
May 26, 2026
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High Praise
Litzenberger named MVP of prestigious Senior Bowl as Carlton well represented
Carlton Comprehensive High School in Prince Albert had seven of their own in Regina over the weekend for Football Saskatchewan's annual Senior Bowl. This year marked the 40th edition of the prestigious game which acts as a high school all-star game, bringing together the top graduating football players from across the ...
May 26, 2026
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PA Profiles
Great reviews
Laughter for a cause: Bear Grease returns to Prince Albert
One of Canada's most successful and hilarious musicals is returning to Prince Albert and, in doing so, helping to raise money for a great cause.Bear Grease runs May 27 and May 28 at the EA Rawlinson Centre with evening shows at 7:30 p.m, as well as a matinee show on May 27th at 1 p.m.It was made possible by Prince Albe...
May 13, 2026
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Ram Monsters and Mayhem
Monster trucks roar back to Prince Albert after decades-long absence
Monster trucks are set to return to Prince Albert for the first time in more than 30 years this summer.Lake Country Co-op presents Ram Monsters and Mayhem, scheduled for Aug. 15 and 16 at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds, marking a rare stop for the high-octane motorsports show in northern Saskatchewan. Promoter Ro...
May 04, 2026
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New thrill
No boat? No problem: Electric surfboards set to make waves in Saskatchewan lake country
A new kind of thrilling surf ride is heading to northern Saskatchewan waters this summer and it doesn't require a boat or a tank of gas.An Emma Lake entrepreneur is bringing Torque Electric Surfboards to Canada, introducing a high-performance experience that promises to shake up the lake life across the region."El...
May 01, 2026
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Community Investment Program
30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA's Community Investment Fund increased to $2 Million to Strengthen Saskatchewan Communities Increased investment to support local events, sports teams, fundraisers and cultural celebrations province-wideSASKATOON, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud to announce a significant expansion of i...
Apr 29, 2026
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North Country Massage and Medi Spa
From farm roots to five-star feel: A local success story earns top honours
What started as a one-room operation has grown into one of the most recognized wellness destinations in Prince Albert, and now, a 'Business of the Year' award winner.North Country Massage and Medi Spa marked a major milestone in 2025, celebrating 20 years in business while also taking home the prestigious Samuel McLeod...
Apr 28, 2026
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The Backyard and Compost Corner
Growing something bigger: How one Prince Albert business is cultivating community and sustainability
In a city already known for its natural beauty, one local entrepreneur is working to make Prince Albert even greener, one garden, one compost bin, and one connection at a time.Keri Sapsford, owner of The Backyard and Compost Corner, has built her business around a simple but powerful idea: helping people reconnect with...
Apr 27, 2026
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Canada
How a theatre is opening its doors for audiences with visual and hearing impairments
MONTREAL - For decades, Dominique Boucher stayed away from the theatre. Boucher avoided being in the audience for shows because he has lived with a visual impairment for the past 40 years. But as more theatres in Quebec experiment with performances tha...
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Leadership vote to be announced for B.C. Conservative Party after Rustad ouster
VANCOUVER - It's a pivotal day for the British Columbia Conservative Party as the Opposition in the provincial legislature will announce its new leader. The candidates, who had to pay more than $100,000 to join the race, were whittled down to five: fo...
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Ottawa under increasing pressure to show how policy changes are affecting emissions
OTTAWA - The federal government is facing increased pressure to state whether it knows how some of its recent policy changes will affect Canada's greenhouse gas emissions. Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin was peppered with questions on the issue at ...
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Immigration lawyers say automation is partly driving a massive Federal Court backlog
OTTAWA - The number of immigration cases being brought to Federal Court has more than quadrupled since 2020 - and some immigration lawyers are linking the surge in part to the federal government's use of artificial intelligence and automation to clear ...
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Canada Post workers set to wrap up voting on new tentative deal
Postal workers are set to wrap up voting on new tentative agreements today after more than two years of labour strife. Some 55,000 union members began voting April 20 on a five-year contract which includes wage increases of 6.5 per cent and three per c...
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Canada's lengthy Stanley Cup drought continues as Habs fall to Hurricanes
RALEIGH - Hockey might be considered Canada's game, but its most iconic trophy has extended its decades-long residency in the United States for at least another year. Taylor Hall, Logan Stankoven and Eric Robinson scored in a dominating first period t...
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World
US says it disabled another commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. military has stopped another merchant vessel trying to break through the American blockade of Iranian ports, a U.S. official with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday. The Gambia-flag...
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WHO chief visits epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo as cases outpace response
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - The head of the World Health Organization on Saturday visited eastern Congo's Bunia, a city at the heart of an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola, where the virus is spreading faster than the response despite better-organized health f...
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Rescuers free 4 men who had been trapped in a flooded Laos cave, search for 2 still missing
BANGKOK (AP) - Rescue workers in Laos said Saturday they have safely evacuated four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for 10 days, the day after another one was successfully extracted. Two men remain missing. Lao and Thai rescue groups ...
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Federal judge says New Hampshire must make it easier to prove citizenship when registering to vote
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - A federal judge has said that New Hampshire must make voter registration easier by allowing applicants to attest to their U.S. citizenship if they don't have the documents to prove it. The case was seen as the first m...
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3 climbers who fell near treacherous pass on Alaska's Mount McKinley are dead, 1 rescued
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Three climbers on Alaska's Mount McKinley who fell near a treacherous pass on North America's tallest peak have died, a Latvian mountaineering group announced Friday. A fourth climber was rescued. The four were membe...
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Former head of Iowa school district sentenced to 2 years for falsely claiming to be a US citizen
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The former superintendent of Iowa's largest school district who was arrested last year in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown was sentenced Friday to two years in prison. Attorneys for Ian Roberts said...
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