Author Archives: Pattison Media
Roughriders announce suite of themed games ahead of June 13 home opener
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have big plans for the 2026 CFL season.While the players will be looking to win back-to-back Grey Cup championships, fans can look forward to a number of themed games at M...
May 02, 2026 The Roughriders will return to Mosaic Stadium on June 13 for the team’s home opener against the B.C. Lions, which will feature a celebration of the team’s 2025 championship victory. (Image Credit: File photo/980 CJME)
Canada’s initial position on Iran war shifted as Trump’s objectives became clear
OTTAWA - Canada's initial position supporting Washington's war in Iran shifted over the subsequent days as U.S. President Donald Trump's objectives became more clear, Prime Minister Mark Carney told T...
May 02, 2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during an interview with The Canadian Press in Ottawa, on Friday, May 1, 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby)
Métis Nation recreating Batoche as a Roblox game
The sights and sounds of Batoche are going digital.This summer, Mtis families won't just walk the historic grounds, they'll be able to explore them in a whole new way through Roblox.The Mtis Nation-Sa...
May 01, 2026 The Batoche Roblox game follows the launch of “The Métis Life Project,” developed by Maskwa Games on Roblox last June for the Métis National Council as a way to teach children and adults Michif words and cultural teachings - to keep Métis language and culture alive in a modern way. (Image Credit: Métis National Council/metisnation.ca)
Behind the push in one Canadian province to restrict energy drinks for teens
MONTRAL - Ever since 15-year-old Zachary Miron died after drinking a can of Red Bull while on a school ski trip in January 2024, his parents have been fighting a battle to ban energy drinks for childr...
May 01, 2026 Veronica Martinez, mother of Zachary Miron who died after drinking an energy drink while skiing, speaks at a news conference at the legislature in Quebec City Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Father David Miron and Quebec solidaire MNA Guillaume Cliche-Rivard, look on and react. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot)
Fire ban issued in RM of Meadow Lake as flooding causes road closures
A fire ban is now in effect across the Rural Municipality of Meadow Lake.The ban took effect immediately after being issued Friday. The notice from the RM states emergency services may not be able to ...
May 01, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 108057185 © Amelia Martin | Dreamstime.com)
Regina-born Roughrider receiver Mitch Picton retiring after nine seasons
After nine seasons and a Grey Cup win with the CFL team he grew up watching, Regina-born receiver Mitch Picton is hanging up his cleats.Picton, 30, was selected by the Riders in the fifth round of the...
May 01, 2026 Mitch Picton was selected by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the fifth round of the CFL’s 2017 draft. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Highway 102 crash claims one life, three others in hospital
UPDATE: La Ronge Fire Dept. advised that the highway has now reopened. --One person has died and three others were transported to hospital with serious injuries, following an early morning crash on Fr...
May 01, 2026 (Image Credit: File photo/larongeNOW)
Saskatchewan Supports Hospitality Industry Training to Protect Communities from Human Trafficking
The Government of Saskatchewan has announced a commitment of $115,000 through the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence to Hospitality SaskatchewanThis funding will support an industry-wid...
May 01, 2026 Saskatchewan Supports Hospitality Industry Training to Protect Communities from Human Trafficking (Image Credit: Government of Saskatchewan)
Cold or allergies? Spring symptoms can be hard to tell apart
As winter gives way to warmer weather, many people are noticing the return of sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes... but it's not always clear whether it's a cold or allergies."It can be quite tricky,...
May 01, 2026 While allergy season may be frustrating to get through, it is still manageable when the correct precautions are taken. (Image Credit: ID 53954599 © Michael Krause | Dreamstime.com)
Sask. Health Authority directed to report ER service disruptions more frequently
The Government of Saskatchewan says it is taking steps to ensure residents will be made aware of service disruptions at their local emergency rooms as quickly as possible, while also working to reduce...
Apr 30, 2026 “It is important for Saskatchewan people to have reliable and timely information on health care service availability in their community,” said Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill. (Image Credit: File photo/CKOM)