

CP NewsAlert: Jagmeet Singh to step down as NDP Leader after losing seat
Jagmeet Singh says he will step down as the leader of the NDP as soon as new interim leader is chosen.Singh conceded defeat in his British Columbia riding of Burnaby Central and the party is at risk of losing official party status.
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Festival Attack
Teacher, Realtor, and five-year-old girl were among Vancouver festival victims
Tributes and condolences are coming in for the 11 people killed in a vehicle ramming at a Vancouver festival on Saturday. Here is what we know about some of the confirmed victims so far: KIRA SALIMSalim was a teacher-counsellor at Fraser River Middle School and New Westminster Secondary School. A statement from the sup...
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La Ronge

emergency
One dead after Air Ronge house fire
Officers are currently at the scene of a residential fire in Air Ronge. A media release issued by the Saskatchewan RCMP states one person was located deceased at the scene. As this investigation is in preliminary stages, RCMP are unable to confirm if the fire is suspicious in nature. They are also unable to provide ide...
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improvement
New bridge construction set to begin within weeks
Construction is set to begin soon on a second bridge along Highway 2 in Air Ronge. According to a project information sheet prepared by the Government of Saskatchewan, Warman Construction Ltd. will begin mobilizing on April 29 with a final completion date set for Oct. 31. The estimated total cost for the project, which...
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Time to vote
Election Day arrives, advance polls suggest high voter turnout
After nearly five weeks of hearing campaign promises, it's officially time to make a decision.Canada's 45th general election runs today, and a lot of eyes will be on the northern riding of Desnethe-Missinnippi-Churchill River due to its unpredictability and history of results being counted late into the night.The candi...
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NEW FUNDING
La Ronge, Nipawin and Tisdale among Sask. airports receiving over $1.8 M in upgrades
The Saskatchewan government is investing over $1.8 million this construction season to upgrade infrastructure at eight community airports, including facilities in La Ronge, Nipawin, and Tisdale.Through the province's Community Airport Partnership (CAP) program, the Ministry of Highways will contribute approximately $93...
Apr 25, 2025
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Murder case
Prelim dates set for Montreal Lake murder case
The preliminary inquiry hearing for a man accused of second degree murder, will occur over two days in September and October.Tristen Naytowhow's case was discussed Friday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court. Naytowhow's attendance was waived and his lawyer Christopher Koban confirmed dates of Sept. 18 and Oct 23 ...
Apr 25, 2025
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ROCK CAMP
La Ronge girls Rock at Camp
An arts camp for girls that was started in Stanley Mission is expanding its footprint to La Ronge. Between 15 and 20 girls in Grades 5 to 12 from La Ronge are spending the week 'rocking out' and developing their interest in music, dancing and other artistic pursuits. "This is our first time doing the camp in La Ro...
Apr 24, 2025
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Saskatchewan

CP NewsAlert: Jagmeet Singh to step down as NDP Leader after losing seat
Jagmeet Singh says he will step down as the leader of the NDP as soon as new interim leader is chosen.Singh conceded defeat in his British Columbia riding of Burnaby Central and the party is at risk of losing official party status.
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Election 2025
Conservative incumbents hold their seats in Saskatchewan, Far North flips to Liberal
In a stunning reversal of an expected loss just three months ago, the Liberal Party is projected to form government again with Mark Carney at the helm. Vote counting remains ongoing but several Conservative incumbents are expected to hold their seats in Saskatchewan.PRINCE ALBERT RIDINGRandy Hoback was first elected as...
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45th general election results
Canadians give Liberals 4th mandate; Carney wins Ottawa riding
Canadians handed the Liberals a fourth mandate on Monday, with Prime Minister Mark Carney set to lead Canada through an economic crisis triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump.Carney will also take a seat in the House of Commons for the first time, having won the Ottawa riding of Nepean.At midnight EDT ballots were st...
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first results
Early results show tight race in federal election as Tories take Nfld. seat
Early results from Atlantic Canada are showing a tight race, following a short, intense and heated federal election campaign.The Canadian Press decision desk says the Liberals are leading in 22 of the 32 ridings where polls have closed, while in the 2021 election, the Liberals took 24 of 32 seats in the region.Polls ar...
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James Smith Cree Nation death
SIRT investigating after in-custody death on James Smith Cree Nation
The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) is investigating an in-custody death after an arrest on the James Smith Cree Nation. The incident happened just before 8 a.m. on Monday. Melfort RCMP were called about a man discharging bear spray inside a home. A second caller soon let RCMP know the man may have u...
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Sask. environment ministry offers advice on evicting bats from buildings
You might notice some unwanted roommates this spring. In fact, they might be driving you a little bit batty.Bats are waking up from hibernation, and Saskatchewan's environment ministry said May is a good time to work on evicting bats from buildings or take steps to keep them from finding their way inside in the first p...
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emergency
One dead after Air Ronge house fire
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Record homicides
Sask. RCMP report record homicides in 2024
Fatal rollover
Man killed in rollover near Pelican Narrows
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improvement
New bridge construction set to begin within weeks
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SIGA and Northern Lights Casino announce multimillion-dollar expansion project.
Time to vote
Election Day arrives, advance polls suggest high voter turnout
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Festival Attack
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Apr 27, 2025

Local Sports

Another championship
Mustangs win back-to-back SJHL Titles
A dynasty is in the making as the Melfort Mustangs are back-to-back Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League Champions. Melfort defeated the Weyburn Red Wings in five games to claim the Canterra Seeds Cup, culminating with a 3-0 win Sunday night at the Northern Lights Palace. "It's not easy to win back-to-back, and I don...
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New Face in the Front Office
Ice Wolves welcome Whiteley as new Business Manager
The La Ronge Ice Wolves added a new face to their front office ahead of next season. Earlier this week, the Wolves announced that they have hired Shawn Whiteley as the organization's new Business Manager, bringing over 25 years of sports management experience to the SJHL club. "In his new role, Whiteley will overs...
Apr 27, 2025
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Riders
Running back Ryquell Armstead one of two Rider releases
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided to move on from running back Ryquell Armstead.The CFL club announced the 28-year-old rusher was released on Friday. The Riders also announced defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd would no longer be with the team.Armstead joined the Riders on Sept. 16 after he was released from th...
Apr 25, 2025
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Pen to paper
Ice Wolves' Silzer, Boucher commit to post-secondary programs
A pair of La Ronge Ice Wolves have committed to post-secondary programs for next season. On Tuesday, the team announced that forward Brett Boucher will head south for 2025-26, playing NCAA Division III hockey for the Albertus Magnus College Falcons in New Haven, Connecticut. A day later, on Wednesday, the Wolves announ...
Apr 17, 2025
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undefeated season
Debden Roadrunners claim fourth straight National Broomball Championship
In 2022, the Debden Roadrunners showed up to the National Broomball Championships as 'just another team from Saskatchewan'. In 2023, even as defending champions, the Roadrunners still weren't getting the respect they thought they deserved. When they won for a third straight year in 2024, teams were starting to pay atte...
Apr 10, 2025
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Melfort connection
Ferland says his 'ultimate goal' is leading the Riders to the Grey Cup
The deal with the University of Saskatchewan wasn't the only one the Saskatchewan Roughriders sealed this week - offensive lineman Logan Ferland was extended for the next two seasons.Ferland met with the media in Saskatoon on Tuesday and was grateful for the opportunity to sign the extension."When I initially sign...
Apr 02, 2025
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La Ronge Profiles

Record homicides
Sask. RCMP report record homicides in 2024
A record number of homicides were reported to Saskatchewan RCMP in 2024, over half in northern Saskatchewan and many of the people charged were on release conditions. Numbers released on January 28 show that the provincial force investigated 38 homicide cases with 40 victims, an increase of 27 per cent from 2023. The i...
Jan 28, 2025
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Agricultural Benefits Settlement
NOTICE OF RATIFICATION VOTE - Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
December 16, 2024 TO: THE MEMBERS OF PETER BALLANTYNE CREE NATION TAKE NOTICE that a Ratification Vote of the Voters of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation pursuant to the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Treaty 6 Agricultural Benefits Settlement Agreement Voting Guidelines (the "Voting Guidelines") will be held t...
Jan 15, 2025
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Nursing education
New early admission option to help alleviate tight timeline for nursing students
You've decided you want to become a registered nurse? Exciting! Nursing has so many career paths, there's a place for everyone to find their passion. Plus, registered nurses are in high demand, so by choosing this career, you're setting yourself up for opportunity, stability, and the ability to work almost anywhere. Wh...
Nov 18, 2024
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Canada

In the news today: Liberals take 4th mandate but size of win unclear
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... PM Carney vows to stand firm against U.S. After coming out victorious in a tight election campaign, Prime Minister Mark Carney is vowing to unite a divided country in the face of ongoing tensions with the United States. In a speec...
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Trial continues for 5 former members of Canada's world junior hockey team
The sexual assault trial of five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team is set to continue today in London, Ont. Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube and Callan Foote have all pleaded not guilty to sexual assault in connection with an encounter at a hotel room in the city in 2018. McLeo...
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Ruling today on whether accused in Quebec daycare bus crash is criminally responsible
LAVAL - A Superior Court judge is to render a decision today on whether a Quebec man is not criminally responsible after he drove a city bus into a Montreal-area daycare in 2023, killing two children and injuring six others. Justice Éric Downs will tell the court whether he accepts the joint recommendation of cr...
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Newly-elected Prime Minister Carney vows to stand firm against United States
OTTAWA - After coming out victorious in a tight election campaign, Prime Minister Mark Carney is vowing to unite a divided country in the face of ongoing tensions with the United States. In a speech delivered to supporters early Tuesday morning, Carney promised to lead a government that represents all Canadians and sai...
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Festival Attack
Teacher, Realtor, and five-year-old girl were among Vancouver festival victims
Tributes and condolences are coming in for the 11 people killed in a vehicle ramming at a Vancouver festival on Saturday. Here is what we know about some of the confirmed victims so far: KIRA SALIMSalim was a teacher-counsellor at Fraser River Middle School and New Westminster Secondary School. A statement from the sup...
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Suspect in Vancouver festival killings is brother of 2024 murder victim
VANCOUVER - Vancouver Police have confirmed that the suspect in Saturday's deadly ramming attack that killed 11 people in the city is the brother of a man who was murdered in an unrelated killing last year. Thirty-year-old Adam Kai-Ji Lo - who has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder with more charges...
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World

Disgraced Cardinal Becciu formally withdraws from participation in conclave to elect pope
VATICAN CITY (AP) - The Italian cardinal at the heart of the Vatican's "trial of the century" announced Tuesday he was withdrawing from participating in the upcoming conclave to elect a new pope for "the good of the church." Cardinal Angelo Becciu's status has dominated discussions in the days after...
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Spain's power supply is almost fully restored after one of Europe's most severe blackouts
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Power had almost fully returned to Spain early Tuesday morning as many questions remained about what caused one of Europe's most severe blackouts across Spain and Portugal. By 6:30 a.m., more than 99% of energy demand had been restored, Spanish electricity operator Red Eléctrica said. THI...
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Four people were killed when vehicle smashed through Illinois building, police say
CHATHAM, Ill. (AP) - Four people were killed when a car smashed through a building during an after-school program Monday afternoon in a town outside of Springfield, Illinois, police said. Officers responded at about 3:20 p.m. to calls about a vehicle hitting hit three people outside, ramming through the building and th...
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Israel's domestic security chief says he will step down in June, defusing battle with Netanyahu
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - The head of Israel's internal security service says he will resign in June over the failure of his agency to warn of Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attacks - defusing an escalating battle with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar announced his resignation Monday, saying he will form...
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Putin thanks North Korea for troop deployment and promises not to forget their sacrifices
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked North Korea Monday for fighting alongside his troops against Ukrainian forces and promised not to forget their sacrifices, hours after North Korea confirmed its deployment for the first time. The back-to-back Russian and North Korean statements - which ...
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Palestinian envoy tells UN court Israel is killing Gaza civilians. Israel says it's being persecuted
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) - A Palestinian diplomat told the United Nations' top court on Monday that Israel is killing and displacing civilians and targeting aid workers in Gaza, in a case that Israel criticized as part of its "systematic persecution and delegitimization." Israel denies deliberately targeti...
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