All Saints Orthodox Church
Cause of Meadow Lake church fire remains unknown as investigation continues
All Saints Orthodox Church in Meadow Lake was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived early Thursday morning, Fire Chief Joe Grela said.Crews were dispatched shortly after 2 a.m. on Oct. 1 following a report of smoke and flames coming from the building. Two engines and a rescue unit responded, Grela said.RCM...
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Election fever
Shellbrook prepares for Mayoral byelection
Residents of the Town of Shellbrook are heading back to the polls in two weeks as they will elect a new mayor. A byelection has been scheduled for Oct. 14. Outgoing mayor Amund Otterson, who has 20 years of service on council, including the past six as mayor, announced his resignation in August. Before that, he spent 3...
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Problem home in Prince Albert's west flat, gutted by fire
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All Saints Orthodox Church
Cause of Meadow Lake church fire remains unknown as investigation continues
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Election fever
Shellbrook prepares for Mayoral byelection
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Fire investigations
Problem home in Prince Albert's west flat, gutted by fire
A house in Prince Albert's west flat neighbourhood, identified by neighbours as a source of ongoing problems, has been destroyed by fire.Around 10:30p.m. Thursday, the city's fire department was called to the 600 block of 18th street west. Deputy Chief Alex Paul told paNOW damage to the structure was significant but th...
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Election fever
Shellbrook prepares for Mayoral byelection
Residents of the Town of Shellbrook are heading back to the polls in two weeks as they will elect a new mayor. A byelection has been scheduled for Oct. 14. Outgoing mayor Amund Otterson, who has 20 years of service on council, including the past six as mayor, announced his resignation in August. Before that, he spent 3...
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Lethbridge Friday, Medicine Hat Saturday
Weekend Preview: Raiders set for first Alberta road swing
With a big win on Wednesday at home over the Red Deer Rebels, the Prince Albert Raiders are on the road for their next four straight games. The road swing starts with a two game set against the Lethbridge Hurricanes on Friday, and then the Medicine Hat Tigers on Saturday.The Raiders have improved to 2-2-1 (wins-losses-...
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Raiders win 4-1
Harvey hot streak continues as Raiders roll over Rebels
For the Prince Albert Raiders, Wednesday night was a big game early in the season. For one, the Raiders had lost three straight games for the first time since December of 2025. Then to add an emotional element to the game, the Raiders were wearing orange in honour of the National Truth and Reconciliation Day, along wit...
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Nature lovers
Love is in the air: Elk rutting season nears end
As autumn paints the leaves orange at Prince Albert National Park, the bugling of bull elk carries through the quiet townsite.Elk rutting season runs from late August until mid-October. On Thursday, paNOW joined acting resource conservation officer Tom Perry for a special tour of the park. Perry has been following the ...
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Court Proceedings
Teen sentenced to youth jail for Saskatoon crash on Idylwyld Drive
A 14-year-old boy received a 10-month sentence, with six-and-a-half months in secure custody, on Thursday for his role in a fiery crash on Saskatoon's Idylwyld Drive in May that left an 82-year-old man with serious injuries. The sentence includes about three months in the community and 12 months of probation.The senten...
Oct 1, 2026
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Saskatchewan
All Saints Orthodox Church
Cause of Meadow Lake church fire remains unknown as investigation continues
All Saints Orthodox Church in Meadow Lake was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived early Thursday morning, Fire Chief Joe Grela said.Crews were dispatched shortly after 2 a.m. on Oct. 1 following a report of smoke and flames coming from the building. Two engines and a rescue unit responded, Grela said.RCM...
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Emergency response
Bus carrying Martensville football players involved in crash
Two students are seeking medical attention as a precaution after a bus carrying football players from Martensville High School rear-ended another "large vehicle" on Thursday.According to Prairie Spirit School Division, the crash happened at the Highway 12 off-ramp heading into Martensville at about 7:30 p.m. ...
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professional misconducts
Lloydminster doctor accused of diverting crash patient who died on way to North Battleford
A Lloydminster emergency physician faces professional misconduct charges over allegations he directed a crash patient away from the hospital during a computed tomography (CT) service outage. The patient died while being transported by ambulance to North Battleford.Dr. Mukhtar Ali faces two charges laid Sept. 26 in conn...
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Defamation Act
Saskatchewan updates defamation laws to reflect the digital age
Saskatchewan is updating its laws around defamation in an effort to bring them in line with the digital age.The changes to The Defamation Act took effect on Thursday. The provincial government said the updates modernize and simplify the laws in order to better reflect the modern media landscape and ensure the legislati...
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Nuclear Power push
Saskatchewan nuclear reactor plans spark push for work experience from industry
For employees working in, or hoping to enter, the nuclear energy sector, gaining nuclear industry experience in Saskatchewan is a top priority for the industry right now.Saskatchewan Industrial and Mining Suppliers Association (SIMSA) executive director Eric Anderson said that when it comes to nuclear energy, there is ...
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Provincial politics
Saskatchewan Party founder and former deputy premier Ken Krawetz dies at 75
Ken Krawetz, one of the Saskatchewan Party's founding members, has died. He was 75.Born and raised in the Invermay area, he was first elected as a Liberal MLA in the provincial legislature in 1995. Krawetz joined with fellow Liberals Bob Bjornerud, Rod Gantefour and June Draude to form the new party, along with four Pr...
Oct 1, 2026
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Local Sports
Riders Gameday
Riders look to clinch playoff spot in showdown against Stamps
The Saskatchewan Roughriders don't need to be told how important Friday's game against the Calgary Stampeders is.Saskatchewan can clinch a playoff spot with a win, but a loss by more than three points means another CFL West Division rival will hold the tiebreaker over Saskatchewan. The B.C. Lions clinched the season se...
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Lethbridge Friday, Medicine Hat Saturday
Weekend Preview: Raiders set for first Alberta road swing
With a big win on Wednesday at home over the Red Deer Rebels, the Prince Albert Raiders are on the road for their next four straight games. The road swing starts with a two game set against the Lethbridge Hurricanes on Friday, and then the Medicine Hat Tigers on Saturday.The Raiders have improved to 2-2-1 (wins-losses-...
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Raiders win 4-1
Harvey hot streak continues as Raiders roll over Rebels
For the Prince Albert Raiders, Wednesday night was a big game early in the season. For one, the Raiders had lost three straight games for the first time since December of 2025. Then to add an emotional element to the game, the Raiders were wearing orange in honour of the National Truth and Reconciliation Day, along wit...
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NORTH STARS PLAYER PROFILES
Getting to know Battlefords North Stars alternate captain Owen Nelson
Battlefords North Stars alternate captain Owen Nelson has had the opportunity to play hockey across Western Canada. Nelson grew up playing triple-A hockey in Prince Albert before spending time in the WHL with Lethbridge and later in the SJHL with the Melfort Mustangs and North Stars. Along the way, he has seen his shar...
Oct 1, 2026
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Ryan McDonald
Raiders bench boss named to Team CHL coaching staff
For the third straight year, Prince Albert Raiders Head Coach Ryan McDonald will be on the bench helping to coach the best players the country has to offer. This year though, it'll be 'Team CHL' instead of 'Team Canada' as McDonald has been named an assistant coach for the CHL USA Prospects Challenge in December."...
Oct 1, 2026
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Calling the Shots
Leonard back to coaching duties behind Timberjaks bench
A familiar face has returned within the Prince Albert hockey scene as Tim Leonard is back to head coaching, this time at the Junior B level. Leonard was a longtime figure within the Prince Albert Mintos organization in U18 AAA where he spent 13 years on the coaching staff, ten of which as head coach with two national c...
Oct 1, 2026
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PA Profiles
SGEU Member Spotlight
Radiation Therapist Arlene Heinrich: a career built on care, teamwork and connection
A radiation therapist for almost 40 years, Arlene Heinrich shares why patient care, teamwork and a healthy life outside work have kept her committed to a career she would choose again.For Arlene Heinrich, a radiation therapist at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA), compassion is as important as technical skill when d...
Oct 1, 2026
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More than a car club
From car club to community: Midnight North builds connections in Prince Albert
For Tristan Remy, it started with cars. Two years later, the co-founder of Midnight North Car Club sees something much bigger taking shape: a community where people can share a passion, support one another and give young people something positive to be part of.Remy, 28, helped start Midnight North after attending local...
Sep 28, 2026
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"We like to make things easy."
Building relationships one policy at a time: LaRoche McDonald welcomes new insurance broker
For many people, insurance can feel complicated, especially when it comes to understanding what is covered and why certain policies matter. At LaRoche McDonald Agency Limited in Prince Albert, new broker Audriana April is taking a relationship-first approach, helping clients understand their coverage rather than simply...
Sep 20, 2026
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"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 4, 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 17, 2026
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Canada
Michael J. Fox laments Canada-U.S. trade war, says people-to-people ties still strong
OTTAWA - Michael J. Fox says the state of the Canada-U.S. relationship is "sad" and "pointless" but he believes ties between Americans and Canadians on the "human level" remain strong. "It's really sad. It's so pointless. And I have to tell you, it doe...
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Both British Columbia NDP, Conservative leader campaigned in the Okanagan Friday
VICTORIA - British Columbia's major party leaders took their election campaigns to the Okanagan Friday to talk about fire safety and the high cost of groceries. Interim Conservative party leader Lorne Doerkson is promising to spend half a billion doll...
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B.C. man sentenced for 'hateful' messages written on Victoria historic synagogue
VICTORIA - A British Columbia man who defaced a historic synagogue in Victoria with "unquestionably hateful" statements has been sentenced to eight months in jail. B.C. provincial court Judge Micah Rankin's ruling released this week says Arthur Robert...
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G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil in attempt to tame soaring fuel prices
OTTAWA - Canada and its fellow industrialized countries in the G7 agreed Friday to release 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products in the coming weeks. The pledge includes the release of "substantial" amounts of diesel after prices for the fuel re...
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Extortions, fire bombings, shootings lead to arrests of 5 foreign nationals, RCMP say
LANGLEY - Five foreign nationals are in police custody and face a string of charges arising out of an RCMP extortion investigation involving members of British Columbia's South Asian community. Supt. Harm Dosange, with the Langley RCMP, said Friday th...
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After arson attack, Liberal MP warns violent rhetoric puts all MPs at risk
OTTAWA - Liberal MP Salma Zahid says she's concerned about escalating violent rhetoric directed at MPs - including the leader of another party. "We need to lower the temperature," Zahid told The Canadian Press. "The reality we are living in is (that) s...
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World
South Korea's military says North Korea fired projectile toward its eastern waters
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea fired at least one projectile toward the sea on Saturday, South Korea's military said, extending a recent run of weapons tests during heightened tensions between the rivals over border land mine blasts that injured...
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Nolo strengthens to a hurricane again in the Pacific Ocean
Tropical Storm Nolo strengthened to a hurricane again Friday in the Pacific Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said. The center of the storm was located about 105 miles (165 kilometers) west-southwest of French Frigate Shoals and was he...
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Judge temporarily blocks border wall construction in Texas' Big Bend region
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal court in Texas on Friday issued a ruling temporarily blocking the Trump administration from building a border wall and other infrastructure across the state's Big Bend region, in a victory for opponents who have pushed back ...
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Christa Pike on a ventilator and unconscious after failed Tennessee execution, attorneys say
Christa Pike was placed on a ventilator and remained unconscious in a hospital in the hours after her failed execution in Tennessee, her attorneys said in a court filing Friday. Hospital staff, her lawyers said, were working to save Pike'...
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Former GOP Rep. David Rivera sentenced to 10 years for secret Venezuela lobbying
MIAMI (AP) - A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on Venezuela's behalf during the first Trump adminis...
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Federal prosecutors charge shop clerk, son with selling kratom thought to be tied to Ole Miss death
Federal prosecutors have charged a store clerk and his son with selling kratom that authorities believe is linked to the death of a University of Mississippi student, prosecutors announced Friday. The U.S. attorney's office in Mississippi...
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