Unemployment
Unemployment rate rose to 6.7% in October, StatCan says
The unemployment rate rose to 6.7 per cent in October as Statistics Canada says more people were looking for work.That's up from 6.5 per cent in September and came alongside a loss of 4,700 jobs in October.The labour market has been in a tough stretch lately, having shed 110,000 jobs cumulatively across September and A...
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Animal welfare
'We haven't put a dent in the problem yet': rescue worker calls dog situation at Pelican Narrows a crisis
A front-line animal rescue worker, working on the ground this week in Pelican Narrows and actively retrieving dogs from the community, is describing the situation as a crisis. Chelsie Breeze, founder of Boreal Animal Rescue in La Ronge, was in the community on Wednesday and then returned again on Thursday. "I've n...
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Unemployment
Unemployment rate rose to 6.7% in October, StatCan says
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
Searching for answers
Inquest dates confirmed for La Ronge woman who died while in custody
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Shared concerns
Shellbrook-area break-ins prompt reeves to seek provincial action
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La Ronge
Searching for answers
Inquest dates confirmed for La Ronge woman who died while in custody
The circumstances surrounding a young woman's death will be examined in great detail during a coroner's inquest next month in Prince Albert.As per information provided by the Ministry of Justice, the inquest into the death of Tatiana Custer has been scheduled for the week of December 7 at the Coronet Hotel in Prince Al...
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Animal welfare
'We haven't put a dent in the problem yet': rescue worker calls dog situation at Pelican Narrows a crisis
A front-line animal rescue worker, working on the ground this week in Pelican Narrows and actively retrieving dogs from the community, is describing the situation as a crisis. Chelsie Breeze, founder of Boreal Animal Rescue in La Ronge, was in the community on Wednesday and then returned again on Thursday. "I've n...
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looking back at five decades
Fifty years of township: Living on the edge of paradise
With it being 50 years since La Ronge was granted town status by the provincial government on Nov. 1, 1976, larongeNOW is looking back at what the community once was and what it is today. From a fishing town, administrative centre, to one with a more diversified economy, larongeNOW talked to some of the movers and shak...
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addressing challenges
La Ronge council seeks to explore new regional municipality study with Air Ronge and nearby residents
The Town of La Ronge has invited Air Ronge and Northern Municipal Services to participate in a study to explore the options, benefits, opportunities, concerns, and issues pertaining to the formation of a new regional municipality or alternative government structure. "Our council has been discussing and reflecting...
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looking back at five decades
Fifty years of township: La Ronge overcomes adversity, adapts to societal changes
With it being 50 years since La Ronge was granted town status by the provincial government on Nov. 1, 1976, larongeNOW is looking back at what the community once was and what it is today. From a fishing town, administrative centre, to one with a more diversified economy, larongeNOW talked to some of the movers and shak...
Nov 4, 2026
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Crime watch
Three men facing firearms charges after traffic stop near La Ronge
La Ronge RCMP have charged three men with multiple offences following a traffic stop south of La Ronge on Highway 2. On Oct. 26 at approximately 9:50 p.m., conservation officers conducted a traffic stop on the highway and observed firearm parts inside the vehicle allegedly in plain view. They also determined the vehicl...
Nov 3, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Shared concerns
Shellbrook-area break-ins prompt reeves to seek provincial action
A group of rural reeves plans to meet with two Saskatchewan cabinet ministers in December after reports of repeated thefts and break-ins in the Rural Municipality of Shellbrook.Shellbrook Reeve Christine Strube said some residents have been targeted more than once. What worries her most is that some break-ins have happ...
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Jim Pattison Children's Hospital
Radiothon raises $1.5M for bedside ultrasound at Saskatchewan children's hospital
The Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Radiothon raised more than $1.5 million to help care teams assess sick and injured children at the bedside and share ultrasound images with specialists across Saskatchewan.The two-day fundraiser wrapped up Thursday around 5 p.m. after 37 radio stations across the province aired stor...
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gas prices
What's leading to the sudden price drop at the pumps?
Gas prices in Saskatchewan are starting to drop, with some stations dropping as far as 30 cents per litre in the last week. According to Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis with GasBuddy.com, there's two main factors contributing to the price drop: refineries returning to full production, and positive talks bet...
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changing canada's growth model
Sask. watching for infrastructure, tax moves in budget: Reiter
Members of Saskatchewan's government will be watching what comes out of Ottawa Thursday afternoon, as the federal government unveils its Budget 2026.Sask. Finance Minister Jim Reiter said there are already some things that were announced ahead of time that his government is pleased with, including the productivity mega...
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Carney's second budget
Here's what you need to know as the Liberals prepare to table Budget 2026
OTTAWA - The federal Liberals are teeing up Thursday's budget as the government's next step toward fixing long-standing problems facing Canada's economy.Budget 2026 will be the second tabled under Prime Minister Mark Carney.Budgets detail a government's expectations for economic growth and the projected pace of spendin...
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exploration and investment
Sask. unveils first-in-the-world tech for analyzing minerals
New automated technology in Saskatoon is breaking new ground that is expected to contribute to mineral exploration in Saskatchewan and beyond.The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) has unveiled a new circuit of services in Saskatoon that will improve and speed up the process of identifying possible mineral deposits ba...
Nov 4, 2026
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Local Sports
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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Green Light to play
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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Riderville
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 ...
Nov 2, 2026
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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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Riders Gameday
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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La Ronge Profiles
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...
Oct 30, 2026
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SGEU Member Spotlight
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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Canada
Here's a quick glance at unemployment rates for October, by province
OTTAWA - Canada's national unemployment rate was 6.7 per cent in October. Here are the jobless rates last month by province (numbers from the previous month in brackets): _ Newfoundland and Labrador 8.7 per cent (9.1) _ Prince Edward Island 7.4 per cen...
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Here's a quick glance at unemployment rates for October, by Canadian city
OTTAWA - The national unemployment rate was 6.7 per cent in October. Statistics Canada also released seasonally adjusted, three-month moving average unemployment rates for major cities. It cautions, however, that the figures may fluctuate widely becaus...
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National employment numbers for October from Statistics Canada, at a glance
OTTAWA - A quick look at Canada's October employment figures (numbers from the previous month in brackets): Unemployment rate: 6.7 per cent (6.5) Employment rate: 60.5 per cent (60.6) Participation rate: 64.8 per cent (64.8) Number unemployed: 1,507,70...
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Carney heads to Winnipeg to tout budget plan to end homelessness in 10 years
Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected in Winnipeg today to highlight new measures in the federal budget aimed at eliminating homelessness within 10 years. It's a goal some support workers are applauding, while cautioning that solutions must involve mo...
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In the news today: Liberals tout budget, October jobs data, Canadiens' OT winner
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Champagne, Carney travelling across country to sell federal budget to Canadians Canada's leaders are fanning out today to sell communities on this year's federal b...
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Champagne, Carney travelling across country to sell federal budget to Canadians
OTTAWA - Canada's leaders are fanning out today to sell communities on this year's federal budget. Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Winnipeg to highlight new measures around homelessness alongside Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew. The Carney government ...
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World
Father of Meghan Markle arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material, AP sources say
Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry's wife Meghan, was arrested Friday morning by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. The people wh...
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Jay Rockefeller, former West Virginia governor and US senator who was part of a dynasty, dies at 89
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) - Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family's political dynasty - and the only Democrat - who served as West Virginia's governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died. He was 89. Rockefeller died Thursday...
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Leader of Kenyan doomsday cult sentenced to 200 years in prison
MOMBASA, Kenya (AP) - The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult linked to the deaths of more than 400 people was sentenced on Friday to 200 years in prison for the murders of 191 people. The High Court in Kenya's coastal city of Mombasa issued...
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European air traffic is targeted again by bomb threats after a week of hoaxes
BERLIN (AP) - Officials across Europe reported a fresh slew of bomb threats against multiple flights on Friday, following a string of hoaxes that have caused flight diversions this week. Two broadcasters also received security threats, in a possible si...
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Federal judge orders 14-day delay on any work beginning on Trump's monumental arch
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge late Thursday blocked the Trump administration from breaking ground on a towering memorial arch for 14 days. The temporary restraining order by U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan halting the work represent...
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Former pro-democracy lawmaker sentenced to 12 1/2 years in Macao's 1st national security case
HONG KONG (AP) - Macao pro-democracy former lawmaker Au Kam San was sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison Friday in the Chinese casino hub's first national security case following a closed-door trial that raised concerns about fairness. Au'...
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