Yellow warning
Heavy rainfall warning in effect for North Central Sask.
An area that includes Prince Albert, Battlefords, Melfort, Saskatoon and south down to Yorkton is under a heavy rainfall warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada said a low pressure system is expected to begin in southern Saskatchewan this afternoon. Rain will continue through to Monday evening. Rainfall totals a...
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“No one’s going to call it Lake of America."
Google Maps to display Lake Ontario as Lake America in U.S.
OTTAWA - Google Maps has updated to display "Lake America" for users located in the United States, after President Donald Trump signed an executive order this week to rename the Great Lake.Users in Canada will still see it displayed as Lake Ontario on Google Maps, though the search engine will pull up Lake Am...
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Yellow warning
Heavy rainfall warning in effect for North Central Sask.
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
further cuts
Immigration board asks feds to better track temporary residents
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“No one’s going to call it Lake of America."
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La Ronge
major event
La Ronge couple win Eagle Point Classic
The weather was nearly ideal for the 32nd annual Eagle Point Classic on Saturday. Husband-wife team Matt Mazurik and Rochelle Yelland were the winners of the main 17.75-kilometre race, finishing in one hour, 47 minutes and 34 seconds. They were only short 18 seconds to beat the all-time race record set by Trevor Robin...
Aug 29, 2026
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crime
Masked suspects fire at occupied home, flee on ATV: Police
RCMP in La Loche are searching for two masked suspects who allegedly discharged a firearm at a residence on Clearwater River Dene Nation before fleeing on an ATV.Police received a report of the shooting on Circle Drive at about 5:50 a.m. on Aug. 22.Police said two suspects went to the property and discharged a firearm ...
Aug 28, 2026
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Gathering of Nations
Dene hand games: a proud tradition
A game that incorporates elements of bluffing, sleight of hand, and the rhythmic sound of a drum beat, is being enjoyed this week by both Elders and youth alike at the annual Gathering of Nations in Prince Albert. The Dene hand game dates back generations and involves two teams. Players on each team take turns hiding a...
Aug 27, 2026
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health care
Rise Air, La Ronge EMS celebrate 30 years of medivac services
Thirty years of delivering essential medical care transportation was celebrated Wednesday at the La Ronge Airport. The event, which included an impressive list of dignitaries, marked the 30th year of a partnership between Rise Air and La Ronge EMS to provide medivac services to residents throughout Northern Saskatchew...
Aug 27, 2026
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Proud traditions
Gathering of Nations showcases traditional cooking techniques
Feeding the crowd at this year's Gathering of Nations event in Prince Albert is truly a community effort.Northern Saskatchewan communities have pitched in moose, caribou, duck, roughly 400 pounds of fish and locally picked blueberries.Darlene Carrier from Cumberland House Cree Nation, with help from her best friend, ha...
Aug 26, 2026
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CRIME
RCMP seek suspect after Canoe Lake assault
Beauval RCMP are asking the public to report sightings of a Meadow Lake man following an assault at a residence on Canoe Lake Cree First Nation.Police received a report of the assault on Monday at about 12:20 p.m. An investigation found that a man forcibly entered a residence, threatened an occupant with a firearm and ...
Aug 25, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Yellow warning
Heavy rainfall warning in effect for North Central Sask.
An area that includes Prince Albert, Battlefords, Melfort, Saskatoon and south down to Yorkton is under a heavy rainfall warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada said a low pressure system is expected to begin in southern Saskatchewan this afternoon. Rain will continue through to Monday evening. Rainfall totals a...
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bringing technology where its needed
$5.4 million federal investment to advance healthcare, accessibility in northern Sask
The federal government has committed another $5.4 million to a state-of-the-art virtual health centre that is aiming to transform healthcare for those in rural and remote areas.The Virtual Health Hub (VHH), currently being constructed on Whitecap Dakota First Nation, is an Indigenous-led healthcare organization to deli...
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Crime watch
Escaped prisoner turns himself in to Biggar RCMP
A man being sought by RCMP in Biggar after he escaped while being transferred to a police vehicle on Aug. 20 has turned himself in.Josh Meszaros, 34, turned himself in to North Battleford RCMP on Aug. 24 where he was handed multiple charges.According to police, 34-year-old Joshua Meszaros was arrested on Aug. 20 on cha...
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Riders improve to 7-4
Riders show off resilience in 28-24 win over the Argos
The Saskatchewan Roughriders leaned into adversity throughout Saturday's game against the Toronto Argonauts to get an important win at a sold-out Mosaic Stadium.Saskatchewan trailed for most of the game until short-yardage quarterback Tommy Stevens scored from two yards out with 2:57 left in the game to give the Riders...
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Bones
2,100 year-old artifact found at the St. Victor Petroglyphs in southern Saskatchewan
Unearthed during an archaeological dig in 1990, pieces of bone at the St. Victor Petroglyphs Provincial Historic Park remained undated until the Friends of the St. Victor Petroglyphs Cooperative Ltd recently sent the bones for carbon dating."We were just hoping to find if there were some dates that would match the...
Aug 29, 2026
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Most Wanted
Wanted in Saskatchewan: 10 people being hunted by RCMP in August
Saskatchewan RCMP's wanted list for August includes people being sought for forcible confinement, assault with a weapon, robbery, arson and assault while choking.The RCMP said it publishes the list based on people with active warrants who were last known to be living in Saskatchewan, selected based on a review of their...
Aug 29, 2026
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Local Sports
Rider News
Shemar Bridges ready to go with Saskatchewan Roughriders
It's been a busy couple of weeks for Shemar Bridges.The wide receiver was back at practice for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, preparing for an Aug. 15 game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders after dealing with an injury all season.But he was released by the Ti-Cats on Aug. 19. On Aug. 25, it was announced that the former C...
Aug 27, 2026
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Riders now 6-and-4
Penalties, mistakes lead to 30-16 Riders loss to Lions
A number of miscues and costly penalties were something the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't shake in B.C. as they lost to the Lions on Sunday night.The 30-16 loss to the B.C. Lions (5-5) was Saskatchewan's second in a row, as they have now dropped to 6-4 on the season."I have to do a better job. This is two game...
Aug 24, 2026
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Game weekend
Woods relishing first season with Riders ahead of B.C. return
A phone call with Corey Mace made it clear where Josh Woods wanted to play football in 2026.The linebacker spent five seasons with the B.C. Lions but elected to join the Saskatchewan Roughriders this off-season."Off that first phone call with Mace, I knew this was somewhere I wanted to be," Woods said. "...
Aug 21, 2026
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Lasting legacy
Respected Sask. veteran and famed boxer passes away
A respected veteran, famed boxer and a key member of the organizing committee for Back-to-Batoche will be laid to rest this week.Claude Petit died on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the age of 90. His wake service and funeral are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday at the Beardy's and Okemasis Cree Nation Veterans Memorial Hall...
Aug 18, 2026
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Ti-Cats pounce
Tre Ford provides spark for Hamilton to beat the Riders 26-19
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't overcome injuries a second straight week as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats got a win at home on Saturday.Quarterback Tre Ford came into the game in the second half as starter Harrison Frost appeared to have suffered an injury. The dynamic dual-threat quarterback had 151 yards and a...
Aug 16, 2026
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Riders Gameday
Hamilton Tiger-Cats defence presents a test for Sask. Roughriders
While the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' offence is going through some growing pains, the Saskatchewan Roughriders know the opposing defence will be up to the task.Hamilton's defence is only surrendering 26.2 points per game to opposing offences this season, which is the third fewest in the league."They are coached well. Gu...
Aug 15, 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
Teej festivals cancelled across Canada as Nepal grapples with extreme flooding
OTTAWA - Nepalese community organizations across the country cancelled annual cultural festivals over the weekend following the devastating flash flooding that struck Nepal and China. This weekend would normally be the annual Teej festival, a Hindu pra...
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Candidates talk affordability on Day 4 of Quebec's election campaign
Affordability and the economy took the spotlight on Sunday as Quebec's election campaign entered its fourth day, with party leaders unveiling their visions to ease financial pressures while grappling with the province's budgetary constraints. The Quebe...
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Google Maps to display Lake Ontario as Lake America in U.S.
OTTAWA - Google Maps has updated to display "Lake America" for users located in the United States, after President Donald Trump signed an executive order this week to rename the Great Lake. Users in Canada will still see it displayed as Lake Ontario on...
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Voters head to the polls in three federal byelections in B.C., Ontario and Quebec
OTTAWA - A trio of federal byelections are set for Monday in Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia. Two of the ridings are considered fairly safe Liberal seats, both of which were vacated by former cabinet ministers. In Quebec, where voters had elected...
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Immigration board asks feds to better track temporary residents
OTTAWA - Canada needs to make further cuts to the number of temporary residents in the country and generate better tracking data when they leave the country, the head of an expert panel on immigration said. Parisa Mahboubi chairs the C.D. Howe Institut...
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B.C. premier calls byelection in riding where Conservative leader set to run
B.C. Premier David Eby has called a byelection for next month in the riding of Abbotsford-Mission, where embattled Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is set to run. Eby's New Democrats said Saturday that former agriculture minister Pam Alexis, who...
Aug 29, 2026
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World
Grand Canyon flooding knocks out water pipeline serving tourists at the national park, officials say
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) - A major flash flood at the Grand Canyon forced the evacuation of dozens of people and swept large boulders, metal structures and other debris into the Colorado River that runs through it, the National Park Service said. Flooding...
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US strikes Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in first military action in weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Vowing to retaliate ...
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Norwegians line up at memorials remembering the late King Harald V. Funeral set for Sept 9
OSLO, Norway (AP) - Tens of thousands of Norwegians lined up Sunday in front of cathedrals and churches across the country for memorial services held for the late King Harald V, who died at 89. Harald passed away Friday and his son immedi...
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NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - NASA's newest crown jewel blasted off Sunday to hunt for planets around other stars, explore secret dark energy and survey the cosmos like never before. SpaceX launched the $4.3 billion Roman Space Telescope sh...
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NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - NASA's newest crown jewel blasted off Sunday to hunt for planets around other stars, explore secret dark energy and survey the cosmos like never before. SpaceX launched the $4.3 billion Roman Space Telescope sh...
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Karina rapidly becomes a major hurricane in the Pacific far from land, forecasters say
MIAMI (AP) - Hurricane Karina formed Sunday in the Pacific Ocean and swiftly intensified into a dangerous major storm within hours, fueled by warm waters far offshore where it poses no immediate threat to land. Karina gained Category 1 hu...
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