Trade war
Gordie Howe bridge officially open after months of cross-border controversy
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is officially open to motorists today after months of controversy over financial aspects of the project.In a February social media post, U.S. President Donald Trump insisted the United States would have to be compensated before he would allow the bridge to open.He falsely claimed th...
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Increased crushing capacity
Louis Dreyfus to add 140 jobs in Yorkton
A new pea production plant and an expanded canola processing at Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) are bringing dozens of new jobs to Yorkton.According to a release from the province, the changes to the company's canola processing site will more than double its crushing capacity.The new jobs will bring the company's workforce...
Jul 26, 2026
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Court
Crown seeks Supreme Court appeal in Bernie Herman case
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Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
Riderville
Riders Face Internal and External Tests this Week
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Trade war
Gordie Howe bridge officially open after months of cross-border controversy
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La Ronge
Tony Cote Summer Games
Sacred lance arrives in Battlefords after 600-km journey
For generations, the sacred lance run has marked the passing of responsibility from one host community to the next for the Tony Cote Summer Games. This year, after 10 days on the road, the tradition arrived in the Battlefords on the shoulders of young runners with tired legs, full hearts and hundreds of kilometres behi...
Jul 26, 2026
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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...
Jul 25, 2026
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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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Saskatchewan
opening ceremonies
'Compete with pride': Tony Cote Summer Games begin in North Battleford
The 2026 Tony Cote Summer Games officially are officially underway in North Battleford, bringing together thousands of athletes, coaches, families and dignitaries from First Nations across Saskatchewan. As athletes entered the opening ceremonies, organizers encouraged them to compete with fairness, respect and good spo...
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Project funding
Province commits to match federal contribution for three event centre projects
While plans are in place and shovels are ready to hit the ground once the funding has been secured, representatives from the Government of Saskatchewan and the City of Prince Albert gathered for a joint announcement regarding the next phase. Back in February, the federal government already made a $15 million commitment...
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Court
Crown seeks Supreme Court appeal in Bernie Herman case
The Attorney General of Saskatchewan has filed an application for the Supreme Court of Canada to review the case of Bernie Herman, a former RCMP officer from Prince Albert who was convicted of killing his lover in 2021. The Crown is asking the Supreme Court to consider whether the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal was wrong...
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Health
Saskatchewan forms advisory committee on primary care, will consider family patient registry
Patients who do not have a family doctor in Saskatchewan may soon get some helping finding one through a proposed patient attachment registry.A provincial advisory committee has been set up by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, and a provincial patient attachment registry for residents who do not have a regular famil...
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Increased crushing capacity
Louis Dreyfus to add 140 jobs in Yorkton
A new pea production plant and an expanded canola processing at Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) are bringing dozens of new jobs to Yorkton.According to a release from the province, the changes to the company's canola processing site will more than double its crushing capacity.The new jobs will bring the company's workforce...
Jul 26, 2026
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PARKS CANADA
Charges laid against hikers with off-leash dog after grizzly encounter in Banff
Parks Canada says charges have been laid against two hikers who, along with their off-leash dog, encountered a grizzly bear in Banff National Park.Video of the encounter on Taylor Lake trail was posted to Instagram, and Parks Canada wardens were able to identify the people involved.The regulatory charges under the Cana...
Jul 26, 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
To find the root of Canada's wildfire emissions, look below the trees: study
A new study of the planet-warming emissions released during Canada's record 2023 wildfires suggests the majority came not from trees, but from soil and peat. The study says it estimates for the first time that about three-quarters of those emissions c...
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Upstate New York town memorializes slain Montreal girl
TICONDEROGA - A year after a nine-year-old girl from Montreal was found dead near a swamp in Upstate New York, local resident Bridgette Cruz says new road signs are keeping her memory alive. The reflective signs with yellow lettering are dedicated to "...
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Trump's constant Canada-bashing may be changing Republican views
WASHINGTON - No one is shocked these days when U.S. President Donald Trump calls Canada the "51st state" or refers to Prime Minister Mark Carney as a "governor." But Trump's habit of occasionally targeting Canada with crude insults has become much more...
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U.S. consulate in Toronto shot at for the 2nd time this year, suspect vehicle flees
TORONTO - The U.S. consulate in Toronto was shot at early Monday morning in the second such incident this year, prompting a brief high-speed police chase of the suspect vehicle before the pursuit was called off for safety reasons. No injuries were repo...
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Ottawa lends Millar Western Lumber $100M to cope with tariff impacts
OTTAWA - The federal government is extending a $100-million loan to help a lumber company in Western Canada cope with tariffs and trade uncertainty. Finance Canada says it's offering the funds to Millar Western Lumber Products, a company operating thre...
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Residents of 70 Mile House, B.C., told to leave as wildfire looms
70 MILE HOUSE - Residents of 70 Mile House, B.C., and surrounding areas were told to leave their homes Monday in an expanded evacuation order prompted by a growing wildfire that has already forced the evacuation of nearby Clinton. The order from the Th...
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World
Trump administration urges Supreme Court to allow order targeting mail-in voting before midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to clear the way for an executive order from President Donald Trump that could dramatically change mail-in voting. The emergency appeal comes after an appeals co...
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FIFA's Infantino targets critics he says spread 'hate and false rumors' about World Cup
GENEVA (AP) - One week after the World Cup final, FIFA President Gianni Infantino attacked perceived critics for "spreading hate and false rumors" about the tournament. Infantino praised FIFA for "delivering the best show in the world" an...
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Wisconsin tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power to thousands of homes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A tornado swept through Wisconsin on Monday, splintering homes, downing trees and knocking out power to thousands of people. The National Weather Service, using radar, confirmed a tornado in Winnebago County, about 90...
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Police arrested a 15-year-old after a festival shooting that killed 3 near Seattle's Space Needle
SEATTLE (AP) - A suspect arrested after a shootout that killed three people and left at least four others injured at a crowded food festival near Seattle's Space Needle over the weekend is 15 years old, the city's mayor said Monday. The t...
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Gunmen attack a community in Nigeria and kill 30 people, residents say
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) - Gunmen attacked a community in northwestern Nigeria, killing at least 30 people and injuring several others, residents said Monday, in the latest violence in the conflict-hit region. The attack occurred late Sunday ...
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French president pledges support on visit to fire zone, vows: 'We will win this battle together'
LEGE-CAP FERRET, France (AP) - French President Emmanuel Macron urged fire crews to "stay strong" as they battled Monday to bring a monster wildfire under control, warning that the fight will take time but vowing, "We will win this battle together." ...
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