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Arrest of 30-year-old in Washington state over Tumbler Ridge mass shooting
SEATTLE - A 30-year-old person from Washington state has been arrested on a charge of conspiracy to murder in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting.Acting U.S. Attorney Neil Floyd said in a statement issued by the U.S. Department of Justice and the RCMP that the arrest and criminal complaint stem from the British Columbia sh...
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Man injured in Tuesday morning shooting in Sandy Bay
A man is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries after being the victim of an early morning shooting on Tuesday in Northern Saskatchewan. RCMP in Sandy Bay were notified of the incident at around 7:50 a.m., and determined a firearm was discharged toward a vehicle and struck the man. He was taken to and cared for ...
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Arrest of 30-year-old in Washington state over Tumbler Ridge mass shooting
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Man injured in Tuesday morning shooting in Sandy Bay
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Two youths, woman charged after gun fired at Hatchet Lake home
An 18-year-old woman and two male youths are in custody after a gun was fired at a home on Hatchet Lake Denesuline First Nation several weeks ago. RCMP from the Wollaston Lake detachment were called Sept. 18 and said no injuries were reported. The investigation led to a search warrant being executed at another home in ...
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Searching for suspects
RCMP investigating Stanley Mission sex assault case
RCMP officers in Stanley Missionare asking the public to review any security footage they have that may have captured suspicious activity on Friday night. According to police, officers got a report about a sexual assault in the northern Saskatchewan community shortly after 9 p.m. that night. Investigators are appealing...
Oct 5, 2026
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Ice Wolves wear orange jerseys for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The La Ronge Ice Wolves wore orange jerseys at their home game on Wednesday in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The jerseys were also symbolic of the team's desire to recognize the survivors of residential schools, the ongoing healing, and the children who never made it home. The game included ...
Oct 1, 2026
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giving back
Large donation benefits local food bank
A $25,000 donation from Lakeside Spirits to Lac La Ronge Food Bank will go a long way when it comes to keeping hungry bellies full. "That is a very, very generous donation, and we're so grateful to get a donation of that size," said Chairperson Cheryl Norgaard. "As everyone knows, grocery prices have do...
Oct 1, 2026
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drug bust
RCMP seize one kilogram of cocaine in Stanley Mission
Cocaine, cash, and drug trafficking paraphernalia were seized by Stanley Mission RCMP during a traffic stop early Saturday morning. On Sept. 26 at approximately 2 a.m., officers were conducting proactive patrols in Stanley Mission and stopped a vehicle in which police observed drug trafficking paraphernalia and open a...
Oct 1, 2026
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Court proceedings
Trial dates set for La Ronge taxi sex assault case
Trial dates have now been set for two men from the La Ronge area, charged with sexual assault after a woman was attacked during a cab ride.The pre-trial hearing took place at Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert on Sept. 25. Akshar Desai and Keshav Dhillon will reappear for a jury trial on April 5, 2027. One week has...
Oct 1, 2026
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RCMP investigate two serious assaults in Pelican Narrows amid broader policing changes
A teenager and a man were found seriously injured on the same street in Pelican Narrows in separate incidents Saturday, prompting police to ask residents for surveillance footage as investigators determine whether the assaults are connected.At approximately 7:50 a.m. on Oct. 3, Pelican Narrows RCMP received a report th...
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Crime
Man injured in Tuesday morning shooting in Sandy Bay
A man is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries after being the victim of an early morning shooting on Tuesday in Northern Saskatchewan. RCMP in Sandy Bay were notified of the incident at around 7:50 a.m., and determined a firearm was discharged toward a vehicle and struck the man. He was taken to and cared for ...
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Flu season
Fall immunization appointments now open across Saskatchewan
Appointments for fall influenza and COVID-19 vaccines opened across Saskatchewan on Tuesday.The provincial government said seniors, children under five, pregnant women and those with chronic health conditions are at the greatest risk of contracting a respiratory illness, and members of those groups were encouraged to g...
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Traffic safety
Melville pedestrian death pushes road fatalities to 87: Sask. RCMP
A 73-year-old woman is dead after being hit by a vehicle near Melville, marking the 87th fatality on Saskatchewan RCMP-policed roadways so far this year.Her death on Oct. 2 adds to a growing provincial toll, with Mounties reporting a total of 72 crashes resulting in 87 deaths on roads as of Monday morning.Saskatchewan ...
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Yorkton resident, 18, facing terrorism charges: RCMP
A Yorkton resident is facing three terrorism-related charges over their alleged participation in the activities of a group the Mounties described as "violent online predators."According to the RCMP, officers investigating a report about "concerning online activity" began looking into a user on Teleg...
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Health
Canadian Dental Association report finds dental care program limits coverage
OTTAWA - The national dental care program has "transformed access to care for millions of patients" but claims are being denied without explanations and too many people are confused about what's covered, says a new report from the Canadian Dental Association.The association commissioned the report to assess t...
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Early Passing
Sask. Stanley Cup champion defenceman Lyle Odelein dead at 58
Stanley Cup champion defenceman and Saskatchewan product Lyle Odelein has died at the age of 58.As reported Saturday by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Odelein died from a heart attack overnight on Friday.A native of Quill Lake, Odelein played over 1,000 games in the NHL for the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Phoe...
Oct 4, 2026
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Saskatchewan Roughriders lose 37-31 to Calgary Stampeders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will have to wait a little longer to punch their ticket to the playoffs.The Calgary Stampeders held off a late Saskatchewan push for a 37-31 win Friday night at Mosaic Stadium, preventing the Riders from clinching a post-season berth and handing the green and white a third straight loss.Cal...
Oct 3, 2026
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Riders Gameday
Riders look to clinch playoff spot in showdown against Stamps
The Saskatchewan Roughriders don't need to be told how important Friday's game against the Calgary Stampeders is.Saskatchewan can clinch a playoff spot with a win, but a loss by more than three points means another CFL West Division rival will hold the tiebreaker over Saskatchewan. The B.C. Lions clinched the season se...
Oct 2, 2026
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Ice Wolves wear orange jerseys for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The La Ronge Ice Wolves wore orange jerseys at their home game on Wednesday in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The jerseys were also symbolic of the team's desire to recognize the survivors of residential schools, the ongoing healing, and the children who never made it home. The game included ...
Oct 1, 2026
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Kicker Brett Lauther returns to Riders' roster after Redblacks trade
Kicker Brett Lauther is a Saskatchewan Roughrider once again after a trade with the Ottawa Redblacks.According to the Roughriders, the team acquired Lauther in exchange for their fifth-round pick in the CFL's 2027 draft.Lauther spent eight previous seasons with the Riders, suiting up for 114 regular-season games and ei...
Sep 30, 2026
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Tevaughn Campbell returns to practice as Riders prepare for Calgary
The Saskatchewan Roughriders could be close to getting another key piece of their team back.Tevaughn Campbell, the all-star defensive back who has been out since Week 9, was back on the field with the CFL club on Monday as a limited participant in practice."I feel healthy and I feel as good as I can feel after wha...
Sep 29, 2026
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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...
Jun 30, 2026
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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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Canada
Defendant in author Steven Galloway's defamation case to remain anonymous
VANCOUVER - The British Columbia Supreme Court has granted anonymity to a defendant in the long-running defamation case brought by author and University of B.C. professor Steven Galloway. The judge says the woman, referred to as A.B., has shown that i...
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Martel returns to Conservative caucus, joins the Tory Senate group
OTTAWA - Quebec Sen. Richard Martel is back in the opposition caucus after joining the Conservative Senate group today. Sen. Leo Housakos, the opposition leader in the Senate, says Martel is a "natural fit" in a statement issued today. Martel left the ...
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Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon
EDMONTON - Leading figures in the push for Alberta separation are celebrating the election of Quebec premier-designate Paul St-Pierre Plamondon. Jeff Rath said Tuesday that St-Pierre Plamondon's election victory could change the political dynamic of Ca...
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Carney to again visit Turkey later this month amid trade talks, LGBTQ+ crackdown
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is returning to Turkey later this month as he seeks to boost trade and defence ties with a country with rising importance. Carney was in Turkey for the NATO summit in July, and his office says he will again visit the...
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U.S. suspect conspired with Tumbler Ridge killer before and during attack: FBI
SEATTLE - A Washington state suspect gave advice, money and encouragement to the Tumbler Ridge mass killer and tried to livestream the attack on social media to "amplify" the impact of the murders, the FBI said on Tuesday. Mike Harrington, special age...
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Foreign influence commissioner expects registration to increase as awareness grows
OTTAWA - Canada's foreign influence transparency commissioner suggests it's too early to tell whether people are complying with new obligations to report information to his office. Commissioner Anton Boegman told MPs on a House of Commons committee Tue...
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World
Washington resident conspired with Canadian school shooter before attack, officials say
SEATTLE (AP) - Federal authorities said Tuesday that they have arrested and charged a 30-year-old from Washington state with encouraging an 18-year-old to commit one of the worst school shootings in Canada's history by offering to livestream the Februa...
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California couple arrested on child abuse charges in horrifying surrogacy probe
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A California couple has been arrested on child abuse charges following an investigation into a surrogacy scheme involving at least 21 children ranging in age from a few months to 13 years, authorities said Tuesday. Guoj...
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Cornell brings in ex-Justice official Sally Yates to review school's handling of sex assault claims
ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) - A former high-ranking Department of Justice official will look at how Cornell handles sexual misconduct complaints, university trustees announced Tuesday as they tried to address an outpouring of anger over allegations of a 2024 gan...
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UK police arrest a 7th man in connection with a security incident at a US-run air base
LONDON (AP) - British police on Tuesday arrested a 22-year-old man in London on suspicion of a terror offense over a security incident at a U.S.-run military air base in England that authorities have linked to Iran. The arrest is the seve...
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Scientist who hunts mysterious ghost particles in the Antarctic ice wins Nobel Prize for physics
STOCKHOLM (AP) - Belgian-born scientist Francis Halzen won the Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for his efforts to demystify a rare group of neutrinos, tiny cosmic particles that researchers believe offer clues to how the universe evolved. ...
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Nigerian Air Force says plane carrying 25 crashed with no survivors in southern Ondo state
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) - There were no survivors among 25 people on board a Nigerian Air Force plane that crashed Monday in southern Nigeria's Ondo state, officials said. The ATR-42 aircraft crashed while carrying 20 passengers and five crew...
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