CROP REPORT
Warm weather and drier conditions helping Sask. producers - and their crops - catch up
Warm weather over the past week has helped Saskatchewan farmers get back into the fields in many parts of the province and helped speed up crop development, but the high humidity has also created favourable conditions for diseases, leading to another challenge for producers.According to the weekly crop report from the ...
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'A bottle here and there': Sask. distiller happy to see interprovincial deal on alcohol sales
A local Saskatchewan distiller says it's great to see trade barriers being removed between the provinces when it comes to alcohol sales, but the new deal announced this week won't necessarily be transformational for the company's bottom line.This week, Saskatchewan and eight other provinces signed a deal to allow brewe...
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CROP REPORT
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La Ronge
achievement
Crown prosecutor turned powerlifter takes bronze at provincials
Ruth Fafard is showing she has what it takes to succeed in the world of powerlifting. The regional Crown prosecutor from La Ronge took on the sport about two years ago and most recently earned a third-place finish at the Saskatchewan Powerlifting Association Provincials in Saskatoon in June. She managed to squat 242.5...
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public assistance
Police searching for missing men on foraging trip
La Ronge RCMP are search for three men who went missing near Jayjay Lake, located about 100 kilometres southeast of La Ronge. They are 49-year-old Roderick Bird, 67-year-old Emil Ratt, and 48-year-old Ricky McKenzie. The men were last reported to be on Highway 165, approximately 10 kilometers north of Highway #106 near...
Jul 23, 2026
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upgrades needed
Village working to address issues outlined in recent report
A report from HARP Solutions Inc. is highlighting a number of issues which need to be addressed in the Village of Air Ronge. HARP Solutions representatives conducted weekly public works support site visits of the village's municipal facilities on June 18 and 19 and June 24 and 25. During the visits, HARP worked alongs...
Jul 23, 2026
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Beauval RCMP
Fatal ATV rollover at Canoe Lake Cree First Nation
An 18-year old girl has died following an ATV accident on Canoe Lake Cree First Nation. Beauval RCMP officers were called at 8:35 a.m. on July 21 in response to an ATV rollover.Upon arrival, officers found two people had been involved in the rollover. The driver of the ATV had injuries described as 'serious in nature' ...
Jul 22, 2026
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regular meeting
Compensation increased for town council
La Ronge council has amended its Compensation Policy to better reflect what they take home after taxes. In specific, council has increased the amount they are paid to attend board and committee meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops, and events. Compensation will increase from $80 per half day (up to four hours) t...
Jul 21, 2026
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Crime Watch
Man charged following shooting in La Ronge
A man has been charged in relation to a shooting in La Ronge. On July 18 at approximately 11 a.m., RCMP received a report of a firearm discharge on Cook Crescent. An investigation determined a vehicle approached a house on the street, several occupants exited the vehicle, and an altercation occurred between them and a...
Jul 21, 2026
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Saskatchewan
CROP REPORT
Warm weather and drier conditions helping Sask. producers - and their crops - catch up
Warm weather over the past week has helped Saskatchewan farmers get back into the fields in many parts of the province and helped speed up crop development, but the high humidity has also created favourable conditions for diseases, leading to another challenge for producers.According to the weekly crop report from the ...
3h ago
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DIRECT SELLING
'A bottle here and there': Sask. distiller happy to see interprovincial deal on alcohol sales
A local Saskatchewan distiller says it's great to see trade barriers being removed between the provinces when it comes to alcohol sales, but the new deal announced this week won't necessarily be transformational for the company's bottom line.This week, Saskatchewan and eight other provinces signed a deal to allow brewe...
3h ago
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TARIFFS
Forced labour or leverage: What Trump's new tariffs are really about
The Trump administration says it's hitting Canada and dozens of other countries with double-digit tariffs because they're not doing enough to fight forced labour - but not everyone is convinced.United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced the new duties Thursday, just hours before a different stopgap tar...
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achievement
Crown prosecutor turned powerlifter takes bronze at provincials
Ruth Fafard is showing she has what it takes to succeed in the world of powerlifting. The regional Crown prosecutor from La Ronge took on the sport about two years ago and most recently earned a third-place finish at the Saskatchewan Powerlifting Association Provincials in Saskatoon in June. She managed to squat 242.5...
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Without warning
Sandy Bay residents clean up after sudden storm damages homes, knocks out power
Residents of Sandy Bay were cleaning up Friday after a sudden and violent storm tore through the northern community, damaging roofs, fences and power lines while leaving crews scrambling to meet immediate needs. Tim Underwood, a member of chief and council for Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) who represents Sandy Ba...
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Cultures Collide
Tibetan monks visit Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation
The Cree Nation and Tibetan Buddhism. Two cultures very far apart from one another geographically, but two that share a lot of similar beliefs and practices. That's why Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation invited a group of 10 monks from the Chinese province of Tibet to come here to Saskatchewan for a series of shared prayers to h...
Jul 24, 2026
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Local Sports
Riders fall at home
Edmonton beats Saskatchewan after last-second field goal
The Edmonton Elks walked it off with a 57-yard field goal to beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36-34 on Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium.After Riders kicker Alex Hale made a field goal with 1:46 remaining in the game, Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo led a 52-yard drive and converted two third-down attempts to allow Edmon...
Jul 24, 2026
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In rememberance
Fans reflect as Saskatchewan Roughriders honour Rajyaguru, Dalke after fatal crash
For several quiet minutes on Thursday night, the score, the standings and the rivalry did not matter.Thousands of fans stood inside Mosaic Stadium as the Saskatchewan Roughriders honoured Bhishma Rajyaguru and team captain Jayden Dalke, who were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 11 near Lumsden on Saturday.Photo...
Jul 24, 2026
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Riderville
Roughriders, Elks set for CFL clash after emotional week
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are preparing to take on the Edmonton Elks on Thursday after what has been an emotional week for the team.On Saturday, the day before the CFL club was set to return to practice, linebacker Jayden Dalke was killed in a car crash that also took the life of 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru.On Mon...
Jul 23, 2026
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Preparing for showdown with Elks
'You have to keep going': Riders learn from the past as they grieve
It's been a feeling a few members of the Saskatchewan Roughriders have had to deal with before.Members of the CFL club are dealing with the death of linebacker Jayden Dalke, who was killed when RCMP said his vehicle travelled the wrong way down Highway 11, hitting and killing 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru, who was driv...
Jul 22, 2026
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Highway 11 crash
Saskatchewan Roughriders mourn the loss of teammate Jayden Dalke
Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Nick Wiebe was one of the last people to talk to Jayden Dalke before the crash that took his life on Saturday."I spoke with JD when he was on his way home here. Was supposed to play a round of golf today, actually," Wiebe said after Monday's practice."He was so excited...
Jul 21, 2026
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RCMP release more details
'They're all going through it together': Sask. Roughriders GM speaks on Jayden Dalke death
Jeremy O'Day was solemn on Monday morning as he spoke to media about the late Jayden Dalke, two days after his fatal car crash.The Saskatchewan Roughriders Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager said he was a loved teammate - not only by the other Roughriders, but by former teammates as well."If...
Jul 20, 2026
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La Ronge Profiles
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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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
Alberta premier says she won't retaliate Trump's latest threats with alcohol ban
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she does not plan to retaliate against U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian goods with an alcohol ban. She told her provincewide call-in radio show Saturday she is leavi...
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Canadian NATO intern arrested on suspicions of espionage in Belgium
MONS - A Canadian intern at NATO has been arrested on suspicions of espionage. Belgium's federal prosecutor says in a statement the female intern of Chinese origin is suspected of spying on behalf of a third country. She is also suspected of being a ...
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Embrace difference, says 4-foot-6 B.C. performer Devyn Dalton, Damon's Odyssey double
Vancouver stunt woman Devyn Dalton says she never expected her biceps to go viral. But then Matt Damon credited his four-foot-six-inch stunt double in "The Odyssey" for having "the greatest arms" he's ever seen. He didn't identify her in the interview ...
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Feds received more than 21,000 emails on proposed changes to major project reviews
OTTAWA - The federal government says it received more than 21,000 emails on proposed changes to how major projects are reviewed and will spend the coming weeks combing over those submissions. A window for public feedback on the proposed changes closed ...
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The government has two definitions of disability. Advocates say it leaves people out.
OTTAWA - Advocates for people with episodic disabilities say they don't understand why the federal government has two different definitions of disability in law - and uses the narrower version to decide who gets benefits. Canada's disability benefit p...
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Clinton, B.C., stills standing with some structure losses, but wildfire still looms
CLINTON, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - An official with the village of Clinton, B.C., says the community is largely still standing after an overnight battle against a raging wildfire. Brian Doddridge, with the village's emergency operations centre, says h...
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World
2 buses collide in southern Peru, killing 5 and injuring 16
LIMA, Peru (AP) - Two buses crashed into each other Saturday in southern Peru killing at least five people and injuring another 16, authorities said. The head-on collision took place along the southern Panamerican Highway in the town of T...
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Scrutiny of WNBA intensifies as mounting discord around the league looms over All-Star festivities
The WNBA has never been bigger. More people are watching. More are investing. Salaries for many players are higher than ever. But mounting turmoil and discord have been a part of this transformative period that has featured a landmark collective bargai...
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Maine Democratic delegates choose Troy Jackson as new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins
BANGOR, Maine (AP) - Former state lawmaker and logger Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine on Saturday and will face longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in November in a race that could decide which party controls the Sen...
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Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes on a Yemeni city
CAIRO (AP) - Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Saturday that they fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to Saudi airstrikes on the strategic Red Sea city of Hodeida, in another escalation over vital shipping routes in the Middle Ea...
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At least 35 people killed after buses collide in Syria, state media reports
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) - At least 35 people have been killed and dozens injured after two buses collided on a highway linking the Syrian capital with the eastern province of Deir el-Zour on Saturday, state media reported. Around 30 people w...
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India's 'Cockroach' movement ends protests after education minister resigns
NEW DELHI (AP) - India's "Cockroach" movement called off its weeks of protests on Saturday, saying the government had accepted all of its demands after the country's education minister resigned over alleged exam paper leaks and irregularities in the ed...
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