Author Archives: Pattison Media
‘I’m going to be a starter’: Riders first-round pick Malcolm Bell arrives at camp
Over the past month, Malcolm Bell has needed to have a suitcase nearby, with doors to opportunity opening left and right for the star defensive back.This week, he got the call to hop on a plane and jo...
May 14, 2026 Saskatchewan Roughriders first round pick Malcolm Bell made his training camp debut at Griffiths Stadium on May 13, 2026 after the defensive back officially inked his CFL contract. (Image Credit: CKOM)
Alumina project ready for next steps, says CEO
A massive alumina discovery in northeastern Saskatchewan could eventually lead to aluminum smelting in Tisdale, according to the CEO of Canadian Energy Metals (CEM) - but only if the province can supp...
May 13, 2026 Chris Hopkins spoke at Prince Albert Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Wednesday afternoon and gave an update on the alumina project near Tisdale. (Image Credit: Susan McNeil/paNOW)
Ile-à-la Crosse nearly ready for 250th anniversary celebration
Organizers of the 250th anniversary celebration of Ile--la Crosse are asking those who are connected to the northern Mtis to come home. According to event coordinator Maureen Belanger, the itinerary f...
May 13, 2026 Ile-à-la Crosse was formally founded by the Hudson Bay Company in 1776. (Image Credit: ilex250.ca)
Lloydminster trafficking investigation reaches Taiwan as RCMP warm of rising sex-trade activity
Lloydminster RCMP say human trafficking investigations linked to the sex trade are happening in the city, with cases involving hotels, short-term rentals and online booking systems - and in one instan...
May 13, 2026 The building of the Lloydminster RCMP detachment. (Image Credit: battlefordsNOW Staff)
International shortage of helium could be opportunity for Sask. industry
When one thinks about drilling and mining in Saskatchewan, it's likely about uranium, potash or oil, but global shortages have recently put the spotlight on the province's helium industry.Saskatchewan...
May 13, 2026 The provincial government set a goal in 2021, of Saskatchewan supplying 10 per cent of the world’s helium by 2030, in 2026 it’s at about three per cent. (Image Credit: North American Helium/Facebook)
Judge quashes Alberta separation petition in favour of First Nations
An Alberta judge quashed a separatist petition Wednesday, saying the provincial government had a duty to consult with First Nations.Justice Shaina Leonard said the petition should never have been issu...
May 13, 2026 Supporters fly flags in support of Mitch Sylvestre as he submits his signatures for a separation referendum to Elections Alberta in Edmonton, on Monday, May 4, 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson)
USask bringing industrial arts teacher training program to Prince Albert
The University of Saskatchewan is expanding industrial arts training for teachers in Prince Albert, aiming to help schools better prepare students for careers in the skilled trades and other hands-on ...
May 13, 2026 The Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts in the Industrial Arts stream is being offered at the USask Prince Albert Campus. (Image Credit: University of Saskatchewan)
Father of 2020 Saskatchewan bear attack victim ‘heartbroken’ over latest fatal encounter
The father of a woman who died in a bear attack in 2020 says his heart goes out to the family and friends of the 27-year-old man who died in a bear encounter northeast of Points North Landing last Fri...
May 13, 2026 Hubert Esquirol, who lost his daughter Stephanie Blais in a bear attack in 2020, says he is “heartbroken” after hearing about the attack on Friday, which claimed the life of a 27-year-old man.
‘A great opportunity’: Jack Coan pushing for backup quarterback role at Riders camp
Jack Coan has played under some of the brightest lights in the sport, but he's now facing one of the biggest tests of his career at Roughriders training camp.From throwing touchdowns at Notre Dame Sta...
May 13, 2026 Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Jack Coan (pictured) speaking with media following training camp at Griffiths Stadium on May 12, 2026. (Image Credit: Brittany Caffet/650 CKOM)
Meadow Lake scales back road rehab plan as Aquatic Centre roof takes priority
Some Meadow Lake roads will have to wait another year.City council has approved a scaled-back 2026 road rehabilitation program, shelving work on Highway 55 and several local streets while redirecting ...
May 13, 2026 The downtown area in Meadow Lake. (Image Credit: meadowlakeNOW Staff)