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Prince Albert

Crime stats
Assaults, robberies push PA violent crime uptick
While the overall increase in crime in the City of Prince Albert sits at less than five per cent between January 2025 and January 2026, two areas have seen bigger increases: assaults and robberies. January crime statistics released by the Prince Albert Police Service show assaults increased by 23 per cent, rising from...
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Arts
Northern Youth tune up for arts showcase
Cradling a small fiddle, Jeptha Ross says he looks forward to playing his music for a large audience.The 17-year-old from Sucker River is among 45 youth participating in Thursday night's Northern Spirits show at the EA Rawlinson Centre. Ross has only playing for two years and is essentially self-taught. "I just pi...
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Snowy Weather
City of Prince Albert announces snow route parking ban
As Prince Albert residents begin the arduous task of digging out after Tuesday night's winter wallop, and with more snow still to come, City administration has confirmed plans for a snow route parking ban.The ban will take effect at 9a.m. Wednesday, Feb 18. Residents and visitors are asked to avoid parking on designate...
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Violent Threat Risk Assessment
Prince Albert Police, RCMP detail active shooter preparedness
In the wake of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., many are questioning whether a similar tragedy could happen locally.Prince Albert Police Chief Patrick Nogier said these incidents force police agencies to reflect on their readiness."We continually have discussions about it not being a matter of if, it's mo...
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Arts and community
Vestor the Rescue Dog raises $2,000 for Prince Albert SPCA
A story about a dog that assists random strangers has come to the aid of the Prince Albert SPCA.On Tuesday, members of Chokecherry Productions handed over a $2,000 cheque - the proceeds from last month's Vestor the Rescue Dog shows at the John M. Cuelenaere public library.SPCA Manager of Operations Ashlee Bober was thr...
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New judge
New provincial court judge appointed in Prince Albert
Attendees at Provincial Court in Prince Albert will soon see a new face on the bench. Crown Prosecutor Curtis Wiebe, who was in Swift Current, has on occasion practiced in Prince Albert already. Wiebe graduated from the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan in 2002 and articled with Richard Gibbons in Nort...
Feb 17, 2026
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Saskatchewan

deep roots
Northern store in Fond du Lac closes
After more than a 100-year presence in Fond du Lac, the North West Company (NWC) no longer has a store there as of Feb. 15. That's according to Brigitte Burgoyne, the director of communication and public relations for the company, who stated in an email the closure of their Northern store operations in Fond du Lac fol...
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WEATHER
Travel for Sask. Winter Games delayed due to snowfall, road conditions
Travel plans for the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games have been delayed as heavy snowfall and poor road conditions affect parts of the province.In a travel update issued Wednesday morning, the Saskatchewan Games Council said it is closely monitoring significant snowfall in Meadow Lake and snowfall warnings across several...
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Team Canada
Canada beats Czechia in men's hockey to advance to semifinal at Winter Olympics
The Canadian men's hockey team beat the Czech Republic on Wednesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy, winning 4-3 in overtime.Mitch Marner scored the game-winning goal for Canada.Canadian captain Sidney Crosby left the ice with an injury in the second period.Canada's opponent in the semifinal has not yet been determined...
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Crossing the floor
MP Matt Jeneroux leaves Conservatives to join Liberal caucus
Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux has crossed the floor from the Conservative party to join the Liberal caucus.Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement on social media this morning, saying he is honoured to welcome Jeneroux as the newest member of the Liberal caucus.Jeneroux suddenly announced plans to resign in Novembe...
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be careful
Travel not recommended across much of Sask. as storm creates tricky driving conditions
Drivers heading out on the roads and highways in Saskatchewan on Wednesday will want to use plenty of caution.The Saskatchewan Highway Hotline was recommending against travel on many highways around the province, particularly areas east of Saskatoon, after a significant snowstorm blew into the province on Tuesday, brin...
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Lautermilch passing
From highways to arts and sports, PA's Eldon Lautermilch left a lasting legacy
People driving between Prince Albert and Saskatoon along the divided Highway 11 or who enjoy performances at the EA Rawlinson Centre can include former resident, MLA and provincial minister Eldon Lautermilch in their gratitude. Following his passing on February 9, former premier Lorne Calvert said he and Lautermilch w...
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Local Sports

Hockey Wrap-up
Mintos eliminated as Northern Bears continue to surge, senior provincials continue into quarterfinals
For the first time over 20 years, the Sask. Male AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL) playoffs will be without the Prince Albert Mintos. During their final weekend set against Notre Dame, the Hounds cemented Prince Albert's playoff fate on Sunday when they downed the Mintos 4-2 at the Art Hauser Centre. P.A. needed to win thei...
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Raiders win 6-1
Rudolph continues Morrissey's goal scoring record in 6-1 win over Warriors
After picking up a win Saturday in a gutsy effort against their rival Saskatoon, the Prince Albert Raiders played host to the Moose Jaw Warriors in a Monday matinee game. The Raiders were dominant all game, and that lead the Raiders into a 6-1 win. It took a while for the Raiders to get the scoring started, but once th...
Feb 17, 2026
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Mid day matinee
Family Day action against Warriors gives Raiders chance to clinch East Division
After one day off and a gutsy win on Saturday, the Prince Albert Raiders are getting back into action mid day on Family Day. With puck drop scheduled for 2:00 p.m., the Raiders will play host to the Moose Jaw Warriors for the first of two matchups this week. The Raiders have a chance to clinch to top spot in the Easter...
Feb 16, 2026
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Raiders win 5-4 (SO)
Tired Raiders squad battles back to earn shootout win over Blades
After a frustrating loss in Brandon and a seven hour bus ride home, a tired Prince Albert Raiders squad welcomed their rival Saskatoon Blades into town for their sixth meeting of the season. The Raiders had some rough moments in this one and especially in the second period, but ultimately they came back for a gutsy 5-4...
Feb 15, 2026
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Podium finish
Canada's Laurent Dubreuil wins bronze in men's speedskating 500
MILAN - Laurent Dubreuil sat cross-legged inside the oval at Milano Speed Skating Stadium, arms raised in the air, after what he called the "most stressful minutes" of his life.The veteran Canadian speedskater had set an Olympic record time in the men's 500 metres moments earlier, but feared it might not even...
Feb 14, 2026
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Raiders lose 4-3
Raiders win streak snapped in Brandon in game over shadowed by Wheat Kings injury
With a five game point streak and a three game win streak, the Prince Albert Raiders were on the road Friday night to take on the Brandon Wheat Kings for the sixth and final time of the year. A scary moment to Wheat Kings forward Joby Baumuller overshadowed most of the game, and there is confirmation that he was respon...
Feb 14, 2026
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PA Profiles

Closing permanently
Tumbler Ridge students won't 'return to current school site' after mass shooting
A teacher who helped to protect his students at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School when a killer began shooting says he never felt alone and knew all the staff were doing their best to shelter and protect the children.Mark Deeley, the science teacher at the small community in British Columbia's northeast, said in a stateme...
Feb 14, 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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FAQ
Listen: Get ready for the season crossover with Pines Power Sports Marine
On this edition of Frequently Asked Questions, Pattison Media's Garth Kalin speaks with Dean Lato of Pines Power Sports Marine about being ready to ride, whether that's on dirt or snow. Dean Lato from Pines Power Sports Marine on the season crossover.*This content is part of paNOW's commercial content division.
Oct 01, 2025
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Canada

Democrats say they're escalating investigation into Gordie Howe bridge debacle
WASHINGTON - Democrats say they are escalating an investigation into U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to stall the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Democrats allege Trump's social media post last week came hours after Commerce Secre...
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B.C. First Nation says there may never be 'full consensus' on potential burial site
KAMLOOPS - The British Columbia First Nation that announced the discovery of 215 potential unmarked graves at a former residential school in 2021, catapulting the issue into public discourse, says there may never be consensus on what to do with the sit...
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More than 300 MPs have crossed the floor in Parliament since Confederation
OTTAWA - Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux has crossed the floor from the Conservative party to join the Liberal caucus, nudging the Liberal seat count up by one in the current minority Parliament. The Liberals remain three seats short of a functional majority ...
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Ottawa extends express immigration entry to researchers, military applicants
OTTAWA - Immigration Minister Lena Diab is adding three new permanent residency streams to Canada's express entry program that cover a variety of professions, including military ones. The new streams are also open to researchers and senior managers wi...
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Quebec father who drowned his children tells jury he has no memory of killings
MONTREAL - A Quebec man who drowned his two children in October 2022 has told a jury he has no memory of the day they died. Kamaljit Arora is testifying in his own defence for a second day at his murder trial in Laval, Que., a suburb north of Montreal....
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Winter mix delivers Ontario freezing rain, blowing Prairie snow and East Coast wallop
Old Man Winter doled out a medley of punishment across Canada on Wednesday as freezing rain encased southern Ontario, cold and snow swept across the Prairies and heavy snow blanketed the East Coast. In southwestern Ontario, strong winds and ice buildu...
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World

Eight backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche
NEVADA CITY, Calif. (AP) - Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in ...
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Olympic figure skaters offer wellness tips for weekend athletes. The 'hard ice always wins'
The figure skaters at the Winter Olympics make it look easy; sheer elegance on hard ice. But elite skaters also fight injuries, much like the rest of us who work out, go to the gym or swim to stay fit. "No athlete at this ...
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Rescuers race to save 6 skiers trapped in California avalanche that's left 10 more missing
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Rescue crews on skis and snowcats battled blizzard conditions in an effort to reach six backcountry skiers still alive but trapped Tuesday after an avalanche high in the rugged Northern California mountains that left 10 other skier...
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Shooter killed ex-wife and a son in Rhode Island ice rink attack, police say
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) - The person who opened fire Monday during a youth hockey game at a Rhode Island ice rink was specifically targeting family members, killing an ex-wife and son as many fans dived for cover while a handful rushed the shooter to stop...
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Police arrest man who ran towards the US Capitol building holding a shotgun
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. Capitol Police in Washington, D.C., arrested an 18-year-old man Tuesday after he ran from his vehicle towards the west side of the Capitol Building armed with a shotgun. Capital Police Chief Michael Sullivan said th...
Feb 17, 2026
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Peru's Congress removes interim President Jerí as he faces a corruption probe
LIMA, Peru (AP) - Peru's Congress on Tuesday voted to remove interim President José Jerí from office as he faces corruption allegations, triggering a fresh wave of political instability just weeks before the nation's April presidential and congressiona...
Feb 17, 2026
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