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Missing man last seen in La Ronge
Mounties are searching for a man last seen in La Ronge. On Nov. 12, police received a report of a missing 35-year-old man, Corey Elliott, from Cochin, Sask. He was last seen around 5 a.m. Thursday in La Ronge. Elliot is described as five-feet, 11 inches tall, 185 pounds with brown eyes and short black hair. He was la...
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Two charged after drugs seized during La Loche traffic stop
A routine traffic stop in the northern community of La Loche has yielded drugs and cash. La Loche RCMP were making proactive patrols in the town at around on 7:50 a.m. Tuesday, when they pulled over a vehicle with four people inside. A reason was not given for the stop, but police managed to find and seize 436 grams of...
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Missing man last seen in La Ronge
Mounties are searching for a man last seen in La Ronge. On Nov. 12, police received a report of a missing 35-year-old man, Corey Elliott, from Cochin, Sask. He was last seen around 5 a.m. Thursday in La Ronge. Elliot is described as five-feet, 11 inches tall, 185 pounds with brown eyes and short black hair. He was la...
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Two charged after drugs seized during La Loche traffic stop
A routine traffic stop in the northern community of La Loche has yielded drugs and cash. La Loche RCMP were making proactive patrols in the town at around on 7:50 a.m. Tuesday, when they pulled over a vehicle with four people inside. A reason was not given for the stop, but police managed to find and seize 436 grams of...
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on the land
Mild weather pushing back trapping season
A mild November is expected to benefit trappers in Northern Saskatchewan. That's according to Grandmother's Bay resident Gerald McKenzie, who traps in three zones in areas including Otter Lake, Larocque Lake, Minuhik Lake and Davis Lake. McKenzie, who has also won numerous trapping competitions, has been involved in t...
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The road to a new chapter: Connecting northern Saskatchewan
There was a time when travelling in northern Saskatchewan wasn't simply about deciding where you wanted to go. It was about whether you could get there at all.For generations, life around Wollaston Lake and Hatchet Lake Denesuline First Nation was shaped by the land, the water and the seasons. Every journey required pl...
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No decision made after council discusses downtown crime solutions
After a lengthy discussion at a regular town council meeting on Monday about how to reduce crime downtown, there is still no consensus on how to move forward. Administration asked council about how they would like to proceed on the issue and if the solution would include patrol program targeting the area. "The fo...
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UPDATED: Melfort RCMP hunting vehicle connected to abduction on Sturgeon Lake First Nation
Update: Nov. 12, 10:12 a.m.Melfort RCMP are currently patrolling the rural area between Kinistino, Birch Hills, Yellow Creek, and Crystal Springs in search of the black Chrysler 300 with Saskatchewan plate 001 PNG.Reports have been made that the vehicle is entering properties for unlawful reasons. Officers last saw the...
Nov 11, 2026
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Independent Review
Sask. hospital security review identifies 'immediate pressures,' health minister says
Saskatchewan's hospital security review is complete, but Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill says he wants identified safety vulnerabilities addressed before the report is released publicly.He said he does not want to "put a report out there that may share vulnerabilities" affecting staff and patients before thos...
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Remembrance Day ceremony in Alberta honours CFB Wainwright fire victims
WAINWRIGHT - Hundreds have gathered for a Remembrance Day ceremony at an arena in Wainwright, Alta., to honour those who served and died, including four soldiers killed last month in a fire during a training exercise.The ceremony began Wednesday with a moment of silence at the 11th hour and with words about the deadly ...
Nov 11, 2026
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Veteran of WWI and WWII
Remembering Chief Joseph Dreaver of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First Nation
For Anthony Dreaver Johnston, some of the most meaningful lessons from his grandfather didn't come from stories of war. They came over a meal, when the late Chief Joseph Dreaver sat him down to talk about how to treat people.A veteran of both World Wars and longtime leader of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak, Dreaver left a ...
Nov 10, 2026
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Truth and Reconciliation Day bill won't be supported by Sask. government
This year was the fifth year Truth and Reconciliation Day was officially recognized in Canada at the federal level. But the date wasn't a public holiday in Saskatchewan, and won't be in the near future.On Monday, NDP MLA Leroy Laliberte introduced a bill which would make the day a public holiday in the province."I...
Nov 10, 2026
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'Miracle of Debden': Sask. village retells Remembrance Day story
A small Saskatchewan community is sharing a story of thanks this Remembrance Day.Local historian Cecile Demers said the people of Debden will spend the day recounting the "miracle" that protected 46 local men from harm as they served in Canada's armed forces during the Second World War."It was their prio...
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Remembrance Day
Prince Albert Legion no longer has Second World War veterans among its members
Rick Hodgson remembers when the Prince Albert Legion was full of older veterans, talking and laughing."Now, it's pretty quiet," he said.As the branch prepares for Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Hodgson, president of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 2, said none of its current members served in the Second World...
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Getting healthy
Rolan Milligan focused on getting healthy for 2027, wants to return to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back Rolan Milligan is focused on getting ready for 2027 after a frustrating 2026 CFL campaign that only saw him appear in two games due to injuries."Just trying to get back out there more than anything," Milligan said. "I still have a lot of ball left in me. Everybody ...
Nov 4, 2026
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Roughiders' Jermarcus Hardrick wants to return for 2027 season
As Jermarcus Hardrick left the CFL West semifinal, there were some questions about whether it could have been the 36-year-old's final season.But he quickly put any worries to rest about that, as he is already focused on 2027."Definitely have to get better. Looking forward to getting better. My kids and wife want m...
Nov 4, 2026
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VIDEO: Riders' Trevor Harris weighing future after loss
It's the day no player wants to have come early - locker clean-out day.The Saskatchewan Roughriders were at Mosaic Stadium on Sunday to pack up their things as the quest for a repeat came to an end at B.C. Place on Saturday with a 33-26 loss to the B.C. Lions.The #Riders cleared out their lockers after their #CFL West ...
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Riders gameday
Riders and Lions lock horns once again in CFL playoffs
For a third straight season, the Saskatchewan Roughriders and B.C. Lions will duel it out in the postseason as both teams look to end 2026 as Grey Cup Champions.In the previous two meetings, Saskatchewan was the home team and earned the important victories to end their opponent's season - a 28-19 win in the CFL West Se...
Oct 31, 2026
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Memory Lane
Taylor Field: Remembering 10 years since Riders' final game
Oct. 29, 2016, remains etched in the minds of Saskatchewan Roughriders fans, young and old.It was one final chance to gather and celebrate a stadium ingrained in the fabric of Saskatchewan sports.Ten years have passed since the final game at Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field, which saw a sold-out crowd of more than 33,000...
Oct 30, 2026
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Roughriders and Elks meet in CFL regular season finale
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will take on the Edmonton Elks as both teams are resting a number of starters this week for different reasons.Edmonton has already clinched the top spot in the CFL West Division, while the Riders have clinched a playoff spot but do not know if they will be playing in the West or East semifi...
Oct 24, 2026
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We Are Marshals
The tough calls and small moments that keep Marshals going
For Philip Dell, a second-generation police officer with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service, the weight of split-second decisions is balanced by the support of his colleagues and the small moments of appreciation that remind him why he serves. Some nights, the calls end, but Philip's mind keeps going. He replays the day...
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Radiation Therapist Arlene Heinrich: a career built on care, teamwork and connection
A radiation therapist for almost 40 years, Arlene Heinrich shares why patient care, teamwork and a healthy life outside work have kept her committed to a career she would choose again.For Arlene Heinrich, a radiation therapist at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA), compassion is as important as technical skill when d...
Oct 1, 2026
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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...
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Canada
Supreme Court of Canada dismisses bid to appeal B.C. foreign buyer tax case
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Indigenous women's groups call out Ottawa over funding in new federal budget
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Tretiak says Russia will seek compensation if barred from world juniors in Alberta
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Feds won't appeal Alberta court ruling that Impact Assessment Act is unconstitutional
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Democrat Cindy Holscher is elected Kansas' next governor, extending her party's wave of victories
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Democrat Cindy Holscher has been elected Kansas' next governor, fending off Republican Ty Masterson to keep the office in her party's hands and extend a massive wave of Democratic victories across the country. Democrat...
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Democrat Cindy Holscher wins election for governor in Kansas
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Ex-Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip pleads guilty to a lesser charge in 1997 killing
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Cargo ship strikes bridge between New Jersey and Philadelphia, lawmaker says, causing major backups
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Oklahoma man is put to death for killing of girlfriend's husband, with a Texas execution to follow
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