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Riders looking for next Gainer the Gopher
Do you want to gopher the Grey Cup with the Riders this year?The hunt is on for the next big personality in Green and White to step into Gainer the Gophers' shoes and become the Rider mascot.The Saskatchewan Roughriders said in a job posting that they are looking for someone outgoing, energetic, engaging, and friendly ...
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Health Care
Sask. doctors losing more than 10 hours a week to paperwork
Saskatchewan doctors are spending almost 11 hours each week on administrative work, along with the time they spend seeing patients.The January 2026 report, "Losing Doctors to Desk Work: Canadian physicians lose 20 million hours each year to red tape," tied Saskatchewan as one of the provinces with doctors spe...
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On the run
Police look for inmate missing from provincial correctional centre
A man who should be incarcerated in the Prince Albert Correctional Centre is being sought by the police.The local police service is asking for the public's help in finding Dagan McKenzie, who was released in error on March 4. Mckenzie is 6'1" tall and weighs about 215 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. In...
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Who wrote it?
Prince Albert police investigate fake letter sent to city council
A letter pretending to be from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services and addressed to the Prince Albert city clerk's office is now under investigation by Prince Albert Police. The Ministry previously told paNOW they had reported the incident to authorities and police have now confirmed they are, in fact, invest...
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Escaped prison inmate arrested in Prince Albert
After almost a week and a half of being on the run, an escaped inmate from Saskatchewan Penitentiary has been arrested. Keiston Custer appeared Thursday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court and was remanded to March 11.On Feb. 23, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) reported Custer's escape from Saskatchewan ...
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10-year-old missing in Prince Albert
A 10-tyear-old girl has been reported missing in Prince Albert. City police said that Samantha Ross-Bird was last seen on March 3 at 12 pm in the 800 block of Central Avenue. At the time, she was wearing a black sweater, black pants, white and black shoes and a white-cross body bag. She is about 4'8" tall, weig...
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Police
Prince Albert Police Service investigate child's death
The Prince Albert Police Service is investigating the death of a three-year-old boy.On March 3, just before 7 p.m. officers responded to a residence in the 900 Block of 2nd Street East (Village Green).The child was found not conscious and not breathing and was transported to Victoria Hospital by Parkland Ambulance wher...
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Alcohol sales
Mixed results from reducing liquor store hours in Prince Albert
Mixed results coming from reducing the hours liquor stores can be open in Prince Albert have left some city councillors wondering about what should happen next. Almost two years after the city voted to restrict store hours to between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m., council got a report into what has changed. Community Safety an...
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Saskatchewan
Think you can gopher it?
Riders looking for next Gainer the Gopher
Do you want to gopher the Grey Cup with the Riders this year?The hunt is on for the next big personality in Green and White to step into Gainer the Gophers' shoes and become the Rider mascot.The Saskatchewan Roughriders said in a job posting that they are looking for someone outgoing, energetic, engaging, and friendly ...
1h ago
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Health Care
Sask. doctors losing more than 10 hours a week to paperwork
Saskatchewan doctors are spending almost 11 hours each week on administrative work, along with the time they spend seeing patients.The January 2026 report, "Losing Doctors to Desk Work: Canadian physicians lose 20 million hours each year to red tape," tied Saskatchewan as one of the provinces with doctors spe...
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Safety Risk
Two deaths may be linked to Battlefords mystery beverage
RCMP have confirmed there is a possibility that two deaths in the Battlefords area are linked to an unknown beverage. Earlier this week, RCMP and the Ministry of Health issued an alert out of concern for public safety based on information they received. "We can say generally that Battlefords RCMP officers identif...
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In the news: Carney in Canberra, Canada and the Mideast, knitting popularity booms
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press.Carney continues middle power pitch in AustraliaCanada and Australia have a "rare" ability to help convene a coalition of middle powers because their allies know they can be trusted, Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a speech to Australia's Parliament on T...
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Budget demands
Sask. arts community calls on government for funding increase
A province-wide survey has determined strong public support for maintaining or increasing investment in arts and culture.The findings by Insightix are being released by the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance (SAA) ahead of the upcoming provincial budget on March 18.Among the survey's findings was 86 per cent of Saskatchewan re...
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Police searching for suspects
Man injured in shooting on Red Earth Cree Nation
Carrot River RCMP are investigating a shooting on Red Earth Cree Nation.A man was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life threatening. The investigation determined a grey Chevrolet Impala approached the victim and a firearm was discharged, injuring the man. It's believed there were two people in the vehic...
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Think you can gopher it?
Riders looking for next Gainer the Gopher
Do you want to gopher the Grey Cup with the Riders this year?The hunt is on for the next big personality in Green and White to step into Gainer the Gophers' shoes and become the Rider mascot.The Saskatchewan Roughriders said in a job posting that they are looking for someone outgoing, energetic, engaging, and friendly ...
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Swimming
P.A. Sharks bring home flurry of medals from Junior Provincials
The Prince Albert Sharks had a successful hunt in Moose Jaw this past weekend. The club had 13 swimmers competing at the Saskatchewan Open Short Course Junior Provincial championship, six of whom claimed medals and three who won more than one. P.A. had their way in the relay races as the team of Sophia Walter, Ethan Ev...
Mar 04, 2026
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Raiders lose 4-3
Late game surge sees Rebels take win over Raiders
With points in their last six games, the Prince Albert Raiders kicked off the month of March at home with a potential playoff matchup and the Red Deer Rebels. The Raiders took the lead early, but a late surge by the Rebels and a bad missed penalty that lead to the game winning goal, Raider fans were sent home annoyed a...
Mar 04, 2026
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In the right lane
Youth bowlers knock down competition at provincials
A pair of young bowlers, who train at Prince Albert Minto Rec Center, are rolling on to nationals after a successful outing at the provincial youth doubles championships.The competition was held last weekend at the Golden Mile Bowling Center in Regina.Ben Paetsch, 13, and Xander Gareau, 11, finished first in the 12 tea...
Mar 03, 2026
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Senior Hockey
Rosthern, Shellbrook to battle in TRHL finals as Hague advances to provincial semifinal
The finals are set in the Twin Rivers Hockey League (TRHL). The Rosthern Wheat Kings are set to battle it out with the Shellbrook Elks for the 2026 championship following the wrap up of the best-of-three semifinals over the weekend. Rosthern made quick work of the Clavet Cougars with a 3-0 series win, while Shellbrook ...
Mar 03, 2026
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End of lengthy homestand
Raiders welcome Rebels in Tuesday matchup to kick off final month of regular season
After welcoming two B.C. Division teams on the weekend for a couple intense, playoff style games, the Prince Albert Raiders play one more home game Tuesday night before hitting the road. The Raiders will welcome the Red Deer Rebels Tuesday night for the third matchup of the season between the two teams. This is the thi...
Mar 03, 2026
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GL Mobile Communications - Connecting Prince Albert for Over 30 Years
For more than three decades, GL Mobile Communications has been a trusted name in Prince Albert, proudly serving customers across Saskatchewan with reliable wireless and communication solutions. As a full-service dealer for SaskTel, GL Mobile offers expert advice, competitive plans, and personalized service you won't fi...
Mar 04, 2026
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SIGA named a 2026 Saskatchewan Top Employer
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is proud, for a third consecutive year, to be named a Saskatchewan Top Employer by Canada's Top 100 Employers. Now in its 21st year, Saskatchewan's Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places t...
Mar 02, 2026
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Bring the outdoors inside
Lakeland Log and Timber - Where Log Becomes Legacy
There's a moment many people dream about: morning light filtering through tall pines, the quiet ripple of water nearby, the warmth of natural wood surrounding you as you sip your coffee. It's not just a house-it's a feeling. A connection to nature. A place that slows life down while standing strong for generations. At ...
Feb 02, 2026
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Freedom and Flexibility
How App-Based Work Creates Economic Opportunity
In today's busy world, where schedules shift and responsibilities change in an instant, many people in Saskatchewan are turning to flexible app-based work as an accessible way to earn extra income - when, where, and how they want. App-based work offered through local commerce platforms like DoorDash creates new opportu...
Dec 12, 2025
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Athabasca Basin News
By Deht'anuhzeh Noey On June 1, 1982, Merv first stepped foot on the Rabbit Lake mine site as a young mill trainee. What he didn't know then was that this first day would mark the beginning of a remarkable 43-year career dedicated to growth, safety, and leadership at Cameco. Over the decades, Merv steadily advanced thr...
Oct 16, 2025
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Every home tells a story worth telling
North of Extraordinary Celebrates How Canadians Experience The Feeling of Home
You see more than a house. We do too. Every home tells a story. It's the corner of the kitchen where the dog bowl lives, the pencil marks on the doorframe that quietly record the years, and the sound of hallway giggles as kids race through the house. Buying or selling a home isn't just about square footage or market tr...
Oct 06, 2025
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Canada
Ottawa accused of preferential treatment with coming rail subsidies for steel, lumber
OTTAWA - The federal government is being accused of creating an uneven playing field in Canada's shipping industry. Later this spring, Ottawa is expected to launch a program to subsidize interprovincial rail shipments of steel and lumber by up to 50 pe...
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Fact File: What the Musqueam agreements mean for private property owners in B.C.
VANCOUVER - Ottawa this week published details of an agreement recognizing the Musqueam First Nation's Aboriginal title within much of Vancouver. The news prompted claims on social media that Canada had ceded Vancouver properties to the Musqueam, but e...
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What those different versions of the Iranian flag appearing at protests mean
TORONTO - As protests ramp up around the world in response to the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, different versions of the country's flag are appearing on the streets. Both Iran's official state flag and the historic "Lion and Sun" flag have become common si...
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More than 20 states sue over Trump's worldwide tariffs
WASHINGTON - More than 20 states have filed a lawsuit challenging U.S. President Donald Trump's latest worldwide tariffs. Trump implemented the 10 per cent global duty last week after the United States Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff tool...
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B.C. teachers ratify new four-year agreement for 3% annual wage boost
VANCOUVER - British Columbia's teachers' union says its members have ratified a new four-year collective agreement, covering 52,000 educators in the province. The B.C. Teachers' Federation said in a statement released Thursday that its members voted 9...
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Woman who accused Quebec cardinal of sexual misconduct testifies at defamation trial
MONTREAL - The woman being sued for defamation by Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet has taken the stand at the Montreal courthouse to repeat her misconduct allegations against him. Paméla Groleau testified in Superior Court today that she felt like she was ...
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World
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Thursday fired his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, after mounting criticism over her leadership of the department, including the handling of the administration's immigration crackdown and d...
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Trump says he's replacing Homeland Security Secretary Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he's replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma. The Associated Press
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House Republican leaders urge Gonzales to end reelection bid after he admitted to affair with aide
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP leadership are calling for Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas to withdraw from his reelection race after he admitted having an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide. ...
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Suspect in custody in Colorado in the case of 3 women found dead in Utah
TORREY, Utah (AP) - A man who authorities accuse of killing a southern Utah woman, stealing her vehicle and driving it to a nearby trailhead and killing two women who were hiking together before fleeing in one of their vehicles has been arrested, offic...
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Voting peaceful in first Nepal election since September youth-led protests
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) - Voting was peaceful Thursday in Nepal's first nationwide election since a violent, youth-led uprising forced the government from power in September. Security forces patrolled streets and guarded polling stations ac...
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Last 2 names of 6 US soldiers who died in Kuwait attack identified by the Pentagon
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The last two names of the six U.S. soldiers killed in a Kuwait attack were released Wednesday by the Pentagon, and they are from California and Iowa. The soldiers identified Wednesday were Chief Warrant Office...
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