Author Archives: Pattison Media
Conditions issued for hockey coach Bernie Lynch’s release from prison
Former junior hockey coach Bernard (Bernie) Lynch will face several conditions once he's out of prison.In 2024, Lynch was sentenced to nearly three years for assaulting and sexually assaulting a 17-ye...
Mar 03, 2026 Bernie Lynch was found guilty in December 2023 and sentenced in January 2024 for assaulting and sexual assault of a teen boy in 1988. Lynch was a coach for the Regina Pats in the WHL at that time. (Image Credit: (file photo/CJME News Staff))
S&P/TSX composite down over 1,000 points, price of oil rises
Canada's main stock index was down over 1,000 points in early trading, while U.S. stock markets also fell amid fears about the war with Iran expanding and a sharp increase in the price of oil.The cost...
Mar 03, 2026 The TMX Market Centre is shown in Toronto, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paige Taylor White)
Wilkie care home abuse trial adjoured to July for closing arguments
A former care worker accused of abusing vulnerable residents at a Wilkie group home will return to court this summer for closing arguments.Jaclyn Elias is charged with assault, sexual assault, sexual ...
Mar 02, 2026 Jaclyn Elias leaves North Battleford Provincial Court in North Battleford on Feb. 10, 2026, during her trial involving allegations related to a Wilkie care home. (Image Credit: Kenneth Cheung/battlefordsNOW Staff) (Image Credit: Kenneth Cheung/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Fraud Prevention Month: How to protect yourself as scams grow in Saskatchewan
Fraud is climbing across Saskatchewan and more victims are losing thousands of dollars as financial institutions warn residents to stay vigilant during Fraud Prevention Month across the country. Recen...
Mar 02, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 81003321 © Sarayuth Punnasuriyaporn | Dreamstime.com)
RCMP investigate homicide death of Montreal Lake woman
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating the killing of a woman on the Montreal Lake Cree Nation on Sunday and are asking for the public to share any information they might have. The Homicide Investigation...
Mar 02, 2026 File photo (Image Credit: RCMP)
Indigenous Court in Saskatchewan long overdue, experts say
A major new pilot project from the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan could change the way some Indigenous people are sentenced in the province.An Indigenous Provincial Court is being developed by the p...
Mar 02, 2026 The Provincial Court is planning to launch an Indigenous Court in Saskatoon by summer 2026. (Image Credit: Eagle Feather News)
NDP Responds to Startling New Study on Northern Poverty Rates
A new report reveals major poverty for among youth living in northern Saskatchewan communities.Released Wednesday, a report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives reveals Saskatchewan has th...
Mar 02, 2026 ID 430202206 © Konstantin Ushakov | Dreamstime.com (Image Credit: ID 430202206 © Konstantin Ushakov | Dreamstime.com)
Saskatchewan high school students to be offered course on energy production
Energy Production 20 will be available to all Saskatchewan high school students beginning in September of the 2026-27 school year, with the intent of providing the opportunity to explore careers in on...
Mar 02, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 66515441 © Hongqi Zhang (aka Michael Zhang) | Dreamstime.com)
TeleMiracle raises record $10.5 million in milestone 50th year
Saskatchewan's biggest annual fundraiser reached a historic milestone this weekend, setting a new record and continuing a tradition that has helped thousands of residents access life-changing medical ...
Mar 02, 2026 Since 1977, TeleMiracle has raised over $171 million to help provide funds for medical equipment, treatment and travel assistance for the people of Saskatchewan. (Image Credit: Submitted)
Canada urges diplomatic solution in Iran, won't say if it views strikes as illegal
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Canada would like to see a diplomatic solution to the war in Iran, even as Canada has expressed support for the U.S. military attack that killed Iran's leader...
Mar 02, 2026 Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, right, and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, second left, talk to Indian ministers and officials as they wait for the signing of agreement and memorandum of understanding ceremony in New Delhi, India, Monday, March 2, 2026. (Image Credit: AP Photo/Manish Swarup)