Health
Cases of highly infectious measles reported in Swift Current, Calgary
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) says there has been a confirmed case of measles in Swift Current.In a news release on March 14, the SHA listed a number of locations and said anyone who was at any of them during the listed time periods should monitor for measles symptoms.The locations were Cypress Regional Hospi...
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Public safety
RCMP say woman who used social media-based ride sharing service, sexually assaulted by driver
In the wake of a recent violent crime connected to a social media-based ride sharing service, Saskatchewan RCMP are asking people to very cautious.A woman who arranged a ride to Saskatoon via a Facebook group serving the Fort Qu'Appelle area, was sexually assaulted during the ride.A suspect was later arrested by member...
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New Leader
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Meadow Lake
Northern Dogs
'Meeting people where they're at': Northern communities developing strategies in wake of public health issue
Communities in northern Saskatchewan are facing what seems to be an endemic public health issue. "The numbers of northern dog bites are so high, that the places with the highest dog bites exceed that of the rest of the province," said Dr. David Edward-Ooi Poon, a northern medical health officer with Saskatche...
Mar 13, 2025
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compensation
Timber Bay Children's Home survivor hopeful settlement will be reached soon
A recent settlement that was reached between Île-à-la Crosse Residential School attendees and the federal government is giving survivors of the Timber Bay Children's Home hope for compensation for their claim."I really don't know why things are the way they are today regarding not being recognized,&qu...
Mar 12, 2025
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Rescued dogs
Over 100 dogs rescued from cull in La Loche
After the Northern Village of La Loche announced an animal surrender last week, Erin Deems, executive director with Saving Grace Animal Society, jumped into action. "I ended up with 105, like that's a miracle." Deems, who is based out of Alberta, explained she has worked in La Loche previously and said the id...
Mar 10, 2025
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MARCH WEATHER
Snow, freezing rain in forecast for Saskatchewan this week, meteorologist says
A cold front moving through Saskatchewan will bring snow and freezing rain to parts of the province this week, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.Meteorologist Stephen Berg said the recent snowfall in North Battleford and other areas was caused by a cold front sweeping across the province, bringing Arct...
Mar 10, 2025
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Dog Cull
La Loche to hold animal surrender Saturday
The Village of La Loche is preparing for what it calls an "Animal Surrender" on Saturday. They are enacting by-law 2-99 the Running At Large of Dogs to deal with the ample strays roaming the neighbourhood. According to a notice the village posted to its Facebook page, the priority will be stray dogs or dogs t...
Mar 07, 2025
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PROVINCIAL FUNDING
Saskatchewan commits over $34M to upgrade rural roads and bridges
The Saskatchewan government and the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) are investing $34.4 million in 32 rural road, bridge, and culvert projects to improve transportation and support the province's export-based economy.Through the Rural Integrated Roads for Growth (RIRG) program, the Ministry of H...
Mar 07, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Health
Cases of highly infectious measles reported in Swift Current, Calgary
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) says there has been a confirmed case of measles in Swift Current.In a news release on March 14, the SHA listed a number of locations and said anyone who was at any of them during the listed time periods should monitor for measles symptoms.The locations were Cypress Regional Hospi...
26m ago
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Public safety
RCMP say woman who used social media-based ride sharing service, sexually assaulted by driver
In the wake of a recent violent crime connected to a social media-based ride sharing service, Saskatchewan RCMP are asking people to very cautious.A woman who arranged a ride to Saskatoon via a Facebook group serving the Fort Qu'Appelle area, was sexually assaulted during the ride.A suspect was later arrested by member...
6h ago
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Marshals Service
Province taking further steps towards full Saskatchewan Marshals Service
The Government of Saskatchewan is looking to take the next step toward a fully functioning provincial marshals service.This week the government put out a request for proposals to find consulting services on its governance advisory council. The consultant would research and recommend a framework for the council.Accordin...
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Best in Show
Canine contenders look to standout at all breeds dog show in Prince Albert
Dogs of various breeds and sizes are vying for the overall 'Best in Show' top honour this weekend in Prince Albert.The local Kennel and Obedience Club is hosting its spring show at the Exhibition Centre with 200 entries from all over the country including British Columbia and Nova Scotia, and a few from the United Stat...
Mar 15, 2025
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Politics
NDP wants to see change from Sask Party as budget day looms
The Saskatchewan NDP says they want to see more done by Premier Scott Moe and the Sask Party government to help residents in the province as the provincial budget is set to be announced next week. Provincial NDP leader Carla Beck along with the entire Sask NDP caucus were in Prince Albert on Saturday for a meeting at t...
Mar 15, 2025
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Crypto Scam
'Don't fall for this': Moe says his likeness being used in crypto scam
No, Premier Scott Moe is not endorsing cryptocurrency. The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) issued a warning people about a scam claiming the premier was lending his name and image to trading CanCap - not to be confused with the CanCap Group and BitCan. Neither are registered with the FCA...
Mar 15, 2025
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Local Sports
Is it Necessary?
Scary WHL fight raises concerns about fighting in hockey
A Western Hockey League (WHL) game between the Tri-City Americans and Seattle Thunderbirds came to an abrupt end earlier this week following a fight between Thunderbirds defenceman Ashton Cumby and Americans blueliner, and former Prince Albert Raider, Terrell Goldsmith, which sent Goldsmith to the hospital with serious...
Mar 13, 2025
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From Player to Coach
Jackson Allan: North Stars Captain turns setback into opportunity
In his final year on the team and with a championship under his belt, Battlefords North Stars captain, Jackson Allan, now has the opportunity to use his knowledge and skills to assist the North Stars in a different way to end the season. After battling a serious injury over the past few months, the team has officially ...
Mar 12, 2025
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McLurg wins 4th straight 3a women's title
Wrestling provincials recap
After regional competitions the week before determined the top four wrestlers in each weight class in Carrot River, those wrestlers traveled to Regina over the weekend to compete in provincials to compete against the top four wrestlers from Regina and the top four from Saskatoon to crown provincial champions. Covered i...
Mar 11, 2025
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Warman Wolverines
New Warman SJHL team reveals name, logo and colours
The new Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) team in Warman has officially revealed its name, logo and coloursTeam Co-Founder, Jon Abrametz announced yesterday on the SJHL Weekly Show that the Notre Dame Hounds will be rebranded as the Warman Wolverines, sporting the colours of teal, red, dark blue and white. The l...
Mar 11, 2025
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Wrestlers from meadow lake all the way to humboldt
Sask. wrestlers shine at regional tournament in Carrot River
The wrestling season is nearly over with regionals finishing up this weekend. There are three regions in the province, Saskatoon, Regina, and the rest of the province gathers in a different location each year to settle their region. The top four wrestlers in each weight class secure a spot in provincials next weekend i...
Mar 04, 2025
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Ahtahkakoop Connection
Danika Dureau, Battlefords Sharks enjoying a stellar season
Danika Dureau has been one of the key pieces as the Battlefords Sharks have seen quite the turnaround in a few short seasons.The U18 Female AAA team leads the pack with a league-best 21-2-2-2 record this season - Dureau's second season on the team."The whole team, we're all kind of filled with the drive and passio...
Feb 25, 2025
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Meadow Lake Profiles
Support and empathy
Honouring Grief and Tradition: Supporting Indigenous Families with Compassion
In an industry centred on helping families through the most difficult moments, Doreen Day-Wapass from the Thunderchild First Nation has found a sincere way to demonstrate her company's support and empathy."Family being a big part of the business is really important to me," said Day-Wapass, co-owner of Marshal...
Jan 03, 2025
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Hoopla
Saskatchewan High School Basketball 'Hoopla' Championships 2023
The North Central District Athletic Association (NCDAA) is proud to welcome the best high school basketball teams in the province to Prince Albert on March 23-25. We respectfully acknowledge that this event will take place on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional homeland of the Metis and all Indigenous Peoples of Saskat...
Feb 06, 2023
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Jobber of the Year: The Unified Parts Group 'One big family'
This article originally appeared on AutoServiceWord.com on Dec. 8, 2021.Mark Krasicki has surrounded himself with the people he trusts most. People he trusts to offer customers the best experience they can find. People who strengthen relationships with customers and suppliers. People who have helped deliver 28 straight...
Dec 20, 2021
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Canada
Politics
Carney wants call with Trump, PM 'respects' president's economic goals: ambassador
Canada's ambassador to the U.S. says Prime Minister Mark Carney is looking to set up a conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump "as soon as possible."In an interview with Fox News Sunday, Ambassador Kirsten Hillman said the Canadian side has reached out to the U.S. since Carney was sworn in as prime mini...
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Canadians in several cities join 'Tesla Takedown' protests against Musk, Trump
SURREY, B.C. - Canadians in several cities have joined a series of "Tesla Takedown" protests happening across the United States and parts of Europe. Protesters say they have been moved to act by Tesla CEO Elon Musk's "interfering" in politics and his role advising U.S. President Donald Trump, who ha...
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Carney heading to Europe for first foreign trip since becoming prime minister
OTTAWA - Mark Carney will be departing for his first foreign trip on Sunday, set to visit France and the U.K., with an additional stop in Iqaluit, Nvt., during a whirlwind three-day jaunt. The aim of the trip is to strengthen ties with France and the U.K. and reaffirm Canada's Arctic sovereignty before returning on Tue...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney marches in Montreal's St. Patrick's Day parade celebration
MONTREAL - Prime Minister Mark Carney marched in Montreal's St. Patrick's Day parade today as the event marked its 200th anniversary. Carney, who was sworn in as prime minister on Friday, was joined by several Quebec-based cabinet ministers as he shook hands and waved to thousands gathered along the drizzly parade rout...
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Carney wants call with Trump, PM 'respects' president's economic goals: ambassador
OTTAWA - Canada's ambassador to the U.S. says Prime Minister Mark Carney is looking to set up a conversation with President Donald Trump "as soon as possible." In an interview with Fox News on Sunday morning, Ambassador Kirsten Hillman said the Canadian side has reached out to the U.S. since Carney was sworn ...
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Art of medicine: Quebec doctors in training visit museum to better diagnose patients
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World
US and Iran-backed Houthis both vow escalation after airstrikes target rebels in Yemen
CAIRO (AP) - The United States and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen are both vowing escalation after the U.S. launched airstrikes to deter the rebels from attacking military and commercial vessels on one of the world's busiest shipping corridors. The Houthi-run Health Ministry said the overnight U.S. strikes killed a...
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Vatican releases first photograph of the pope in more than a month
ROME (AP) - The Vatican on Sunday released the first photograph of pope in more than a month, showing Francis co-celebrating Mass in the hospital chapel. The photograph is taken from behind, and shows Pope Francis wearing a purple stole sitting in a wheelchair in front of an altar. The Vatican said he was particpating ...
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Netanyahu says he will seek to dismiss the head of Israel's internal security service
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday he will bring a vote to the government this week to dismiss the director of the country's internal security service, the Shin Bet, capping a monthslong power struggle stemming from the Hamas attack that sparked the war in Gaza. Netanyahu said...
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51 dead and dozens more injured in nightclub fire in North Macedonia
SKOPJE, North Macedonia (AP) - A massive fire that broke out early Sunday in a nightclub in North Macedonia's eastern town of Kocani has killed 51 people and injured about 100 more, interior minister Panche Toshkovski told a press conference. The blaze began around 2:35 a.m. during a concert by a local pop group, accor...
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Rebels in Yemen say death toll from US strikes has climbed to 31, including women and children
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) - The Houthi rebel-run Health Ministry says the death toll from U.S. strikes on Yemen has climbed to 31, including women and children. Anees al-Asbahi, a spokesperson for the ministry, said Sunday that another 101 people were wounded in the overnight strikes. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. A...
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At least 26 dead in massive US storm after Kansas reports 8 fatalities
Violent tornadoes ripped through parts of the U.S., wiping out schools and toppling semitractor-trailers in several states, part of a monster storm that has killed at least 26 people as more severe weather was expected late Saturday. The number of fatalities increased after the Kansas Highway Patrol reported eight peop...
Mar 16, 2025
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