BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
Duane Ward, a two-time World Series champion and one of the most accomplished relievers in Toronto Blue Jays history, has died at 62.The Blue Jays said Sunday that Ward died of natural causes in Toronto. He had arrived in the city Friday ahead of the team's ceremony honouring its 1992 and 1993 championship teams but wa...
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RIDE FOR A CAUSE
Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
A Saskatchewan motorcycle instructor is preparing to push his mind and body to the absolute limit this summer, embarking on a gruelling 6,000-kilometre cross-country trek to battle the rising crisis of men's suicide.In late August, Regina's Terry Alberts will kick off "The Long Haul for Mental Health," an ult...
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BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
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WCBL SKILLS COMPETITION
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Prince Albert
CRIME WATCH
Prince Albert Police seeking public assistance after Friday night Hit and Run
The Prince Albert Police service is asking for public assistance following a Hit and Run last night involving a pedestrian. At approximately 11:22 p.m. on July 17, the Patrol Division was dispatched to the 2600 block of 2nd Avenue West for a call regarding a collision between a motor vehicle and pedestrian. Officers ar...
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Unanswered questions
Coroner's inquest into the death of Boden Umpherville begins Monday
Just over three years after his brother's passing, Chase Sinclair confirms feelings of nervousness about a coroner's inquest that he hopes results in real changes. Boden Umpherville's inquest begins Monday at Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert and a total of five days have been set aside to review the circumstances...
Jul 18, 2026
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Powerful summer storm
Storm leaves Ag World picking up the pieces ahead of harvest
A Kinistino farm equipment business is back open after powerful weekend winds pushed in doors, tore tin from the roof and damaged a training room.Ag World Equipment co-owner Jeffrey Freedman said he woke up Sunday morning to a flood of messages after the storm rolled through overnight."My phones were going crazy w...
Jul 17, 2026
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"We want to bring in players that don't exist."
New Gateway Mall owners hope to bring in a Costco
The new owner of Prince Albert's Gateway Mall is hoping to revive the mall and add to the tenant list by bringing in some big players, like Costco. Lou Alrifai was on site on Friday and said he believes the mall has a good future if it is managed better. Alrifai said the former Sears space, which he described as about...
Jul 17, 2026
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a century of service
Royal Canadian Legion marks 100 years of service with community celebrations
Legions across Canada are commemorating the organization's 100th anniversary on July 17, marking a century since the Royal Canadian Legion was officially incorporated by an Act of Parliament in 1926.In Prince Albert, Branch No. 2 is hosted a centenary flag-raising ceremony at Memorial Square outside City Hall, followed...
Jul 17, 2026
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CONTINUED INVESTIGATION
RCMP charge Nipawin man after girl found at residence
Ahtahkakoop RCMP have charged a Nipawin man with unlawful confinement and sexual interference. Police said the man had been communicating with a teenage girl on social media. On July 12, he met her on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and left with her in his vehicle. The incident was reported to police, who determined their loc...
Jul 17, 2026
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Saskatchewan
BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
Duane Ward, a two-time World Series champion and one of the most accomplished relievers in Toronto Blue Jays history, has died at 62.The Blue Jays said Sunday that Ward died of natural causes in Toronto. He had arrived in the city Friday ahead of the team's ceremony honouring its 1992 and 1993 championship teams but wa...
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RIDE FOR A CAUSE
Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
A Saskatchewan motorcycle instructor is preparing to push his mind and body to the absolute limit this summer, embarking on a gruelling 6,000-kilometre cross-country trek to battle the rising crisis of men's suicide.In late August, Regina's Terry Alberts will kick off "The Long Haul for Mental Health," an ult...
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WCBL SKILLS COMPETITION
WCBL stars deliver ballpark bombs, bunts to kick off All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
In the days leading up to All-Star Weekend for the Western Canadian Baseball League, Saskatoon Berries infielder Gael Salinas didn't do much in the way of bunting.Despite limited practice down the line, Salinas was among those crowned champions on a sweltering Saturday afternoon at Cairns Field for All-Star skills even...
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On the airwaves
Batoche Resistance Radio brings more eyes to Back to Batoche
The annual Back to Batoche festival is celebrating its 56th year as thousands from far and wide gather at the Batoche National Historic Site to celebrate Métis culture and traditions. Nearly 40,000 people gathering in one area can make widespread communication difficult, but Batoche Resistance Radio is set up to...
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SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER
Province touts new ways to get active for parks visitors
The warm weather months can be fleeting in Saskatchewan, but for people in and visiting the province, there are some new ways to enjoy the summer weather.Saskatchewan Parks has partnered with several outfits to promote new ways for visitors to the province's many parks this summer."Spending time in nature is an ex...
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BAIL POLICIES
Saskatchewan Conservatives say Ottawa's bail reforms don't go far enough
The federal government says it has delivered the toughest changes to Canada's bail and sentencing laws in a generation. Conservatives say the job is only half done.Conservative Members of Parliament gathered outside the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan in Regina on Wednesday to criticize Bill C-14, the federal Bail and...
Jul 18, 2026
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Local Sports
Final push
Royals, Padres fighting for Tier 1 provincial spot as final games of season loom
Both of Prince Albert's teams in the Saskatchewan Premier Baseball League's (SPBL) U18 AA division are entering the final weekend of play ahead of provincials next weekend. The Royals and the Padres are both batting for a provincial spot, where the top eight teams in U18 AA will go to Tier 1 provincials in Regina from ...
Jul 16, 2026
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Pen to Paper
P.A.'s Schneider inks one-year deal to stay with New York Rangers
Braden Schneider will be back in the Big Apple this upcoming NHL season. The Prince Albert-born defenceman signed a one-year contract worth $5.5 million on Monday to stay with the New York Rangers and avoid a salary arbitration hearing, as per Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. Braden Schneider and the NYR have a settlemen...
Jul 15, 2026
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Game Day
Riders, Ti-Cats set to battle at Mosaic Stadium in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-1) will look to get a win tonight over a Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-2) team that will be without one of its top stars.Hamilton quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell suffered a serious ankle injury in last week's CFL action, possibly ending his CFL season. With the Riders meeting the Ti-Cats in the fi...
Jul 12, 2026
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At the helm
Toporowski looks to use past experience to transform future of PA Minor Hockey
There's a new face calling the shots for Prince Albert Minor Hockey (PAMH). Kelly Toporowski has been in his new role as General Manager for over a month now, just another title he can add to his already lengthy resume. In an interview with paNOW on Wednesday, he said he wants to improve the way young hockey players a...
Jul 10, 2026
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Gateway North Soccer League
New adult soccer league hoping to bring balance between competition and recreation
While it's easy to find programs to get kids involved in soccer around Prince Albert, the adult side is underserved in the city. Over the last decade, Prince Albert's adult soccer league has gone down from 12-14 teams to just six teams now. That's why Landen Hegland is starting the Gateway North Soccer League (GNSL). H...
Jul 09, 2026
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Provincials
Local golfers in Top 10 after Day 2 at Saskatchewan Junior Golf Championships
After the second day of the Saskatchewan Junior Golf Championships, the contenders for the title are shaping up as athletes from around the province play their final round at The Legends Golf Course in Warman.North Battleford's Shae Maunula is tied for third overall heading into the final day, sitting at 2-under, five ...
Jul 09, 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
West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old drowned in Lake Okanagan during swimming event
VICTORIA - West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old man drowned Saturday, while attempting to swim across Lake Okanagan. Mounties say in a statement that the senior was participating in the Swim Across the Lake event, when another participant found him unre...
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Canada to join multinational fighter program in observer role: reports
OTTAWA - Canada is widely expected to enter into a multinational next-generation fighter jet program this week, though not as a full member. International news media have reported for months that Ottawa is poised to sign onto a program to make a sixth-...
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5,000 firefighters battling blazes as Canada faces "intense" wildfire season: Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney says more than 5,000 firefighters and nearly 300 waterbombers and other aircraft are battling blazes as Canada experiences one of the worst wildfire seasons on record. Carney said he visited federal workers in Ottawa on Sunda...
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BC Wildfire Service says fire near Pemberton, B.C. is now being held
VICTORIA - The BC Wildfire Service says the fire burning near Pemberton, B.C. has been held, but more than 100 wildfires continue to burn in the province. The new designation for the Signal Hill Wildfire, which was first discovered on July 15, means t...
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A look at the nearly 1000 active wildfires scorching Canada
Nearly 1,000 active wildfires are burning across Canada, according to the national wildland fire summary, including 35 new blazes reported Sunday. More than 200 fires are deemed out of control. The fires continue to prompt air quality warnings, which ...
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Regional officials in B.C. warn of fast-moving water and debris from glacial lake
VICTORIA - Regional officials say water from a glacial lake near Pemberton, B.C. has started to flow downstream, threatening nearby properties. The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District says the public must stay away from Place Creek, Poole Creek, Gates...
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World
Ryan Fox wins the British Open with birdie on the final hole
SOUTHPORT, England (AP) - Ryan Fox of New Zealand survived a wild ride along the back nine of Royal Birkdale and delivered the biggest putt of his life Sunday, making a 12-foot birdie on the final hole to win the British Open for his first major title....
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5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region and kills at least 5 people
LIMA, Peru (AP) - A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least five people, authorities said Sunday. More than 20 people were injured and 300 have been displaced. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quak...
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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world's most polarizing internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought t...
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Safety fears limit Ebola response in Congo, with more than 12 attacks recorded
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - At least a dozen attacks on health facilities and workers have been recorded during Congo's Ebola outbreak as safety fears restrict the response in the worst-affected region, authorities said Saturday. Many health wor...
Jul 18, 2026
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Mali rebels ambush an army convoy, killing or capturing scores of soldiers
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) - Islamic militants and a separatist group ambushed a Malian army convoy in the country's hard-hit north on Saturday, resulting in the killing or capture of scores of soldiers, the rebels said. The Malian army confirmed ...
Jul 18, 2026
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US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - The U.S. military said that it carried out new airstrikes against Iran on Sunday to "swiftly punish" the country's Revolutionary Guard after an attack on a base in Jordan killed two American service members, left one ...
Jul 18, 2026
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