Middle east conflict
Gaza's Health Ministry says Israel has struck the largest hospital in the territory's south
Israel's military struck the largest hospital in southern Gaza on Sunday night, killing one person, wounding others and causing a large fire, the territory's Health Ministry said.The strike hit the surgical building of Nasser Hospital in the city of Khan Younis, the ministry said, days after the facility was overwhelme...
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Tariffs
Federal AgriStability cap to double to help with Chinese canola tariffs impact
The Canadian government has announced support for the country's agriculture sector as it deals with tariffs imposed by China.The federal agriculture department says in a news release that the current payment cap under AgriStability, a program that works similarly to crop insurance, will double to $6 million for the 202...
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La Ronge
municipal update
Next council meeting focused on housing; kennel cough closes town pound
There are several agenda items for the upcoming regular council meeting on Monday that residents of La Ronge may take interest in. One is a development fee review as part of the municipality's Housing Action Plan. In regards to the $1.1 million federal contribution agreement to encourage housing construction, the town ...
Mar 21, 2025
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discussion
Forum provides platform for Indigenous connection to land
A community forum held at La Ronge's Kikinahk Friendship Centre on Thursday led to a positive discussion on the Indigenous relationship to the land. It was hosted by anti-racism coordinator Lisa Odle with the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan. It included a showing of a short film called Wapawekka by La Ronge filmm...
Mar 21, 2025
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trauma
Residential school conference wraps up at JRMCC
Three days of support has wrapped up at the Indian Residential School Healing Conference held this week at the Jonas Roberts Memorial Community Centre. The event, which is held twice per year, included teachings from Elders, a wellness clinic, massage and art therapy, rattle making, hands on healing, traditional medici...
Mar 20, 2025
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recognition
Silzer awarded Sask. Player of the Year
Swift Current's Rylan Silzer, who played with the La Ronge Ice Wolves for three seasons, said it's an honour to be named the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's (SJHL) Sask. Player of the Year. "Growing up in Saskatchewan and always dreaming of playing in the SJ and actually winning that award feels great," h...
Mar 20, 2025
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budget day
'Nothing for Northern Saskatchewan': McPhail reacts to provincial budget
"All I can say there is nothing for Northern Saskatchewan." Those are the words of Cumberland NDP MLA Jordan McPhail when asked for his reaction about the 2025-2026 provincial budget released on Wednesday. The budget, which delivers a $12 million surplus that is contingent on if a 25 per cent American tariff ...
Mar 19, 2025
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Done for the year
Ice Wolves finish season, recognize players with awards
The La Ronge Ice Wolves finished the 2024-25 season one win away from earning a playoff spot in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL). They ended the season with 53 points, which included 24 wins, 27 losses, three overtime losses and two shootout losses. The remaining three teams to also not earn a spot in the p...
Mar 19, 2025
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Saskatchewan
Federal Election 2025
'There's only one poll that really counts': Hoback not fazed by changing dynamics of federal politics
A political science professor at the University of Saskatchewan is analyzing shifts in the impending election as the country navigates through the twists and turns of the trade conflict with the United States.Daniel Westlake said when the election was about the cost of living and healthcare, the Liberals were in real t...
Mar 22, 2025
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Education
$2M to improve literacy for K-3 students set aside in Sask. budget
Following through on a promise in the Speech from the Throne, the Government of Saskatchewan set aside $2 million in its spring budget to improve literacy levels for students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 across the province.Education Minister Everett Hindley said improving reading levels is something everyone agrees...
Mar 22, 2025
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Elm pruning ban
Elm pruning ban starts April 1
The annual provincial elm tree pruning ban is around the corner. The ban runs from Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 each year to help stop the spread of Dutch Elm Disease (DED), a fatal tree disease caused by a fungus that is spread by elm bark beetles. The beetles are more active as the weather warms up, and they are attracted to fr...
Mar 22, 2025
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Dance
Stars on Stage lights up Prince Albert
Acknowledging this is her graduation year, Prince Albert's Ella Attree says the feeling is surreal.The 17-year-old is both performing and coaching at this weekend's Stars on Stage competition in Prince Albert. The event, which is being held at the E.A. Rawlinson Centre, features over 400 dancers, who are representing s...
Mar 21, 2025
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Ban on Booze
More than 50 U.S. alcohol brands will soon vanish from Sask. shelves
Familiar American alcohol brands like Bud Light, White Claw, and Twisted Tea won't be on Saskatchewan liquor store shelves for much longer.The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) has released a list of more than 50 American alcohol brands it won't be purchasing in retaliation against the threat of tariffs f...
Mar 21, 2025
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Sunset Gin
'Give it a chance': Tariffs offer opportunity for local flavours to shine
With event goers sipping on their Tom Collins drinks and chatting among themselves, Sagar Chhabra said it's an exciting time to be in the beverage world. "This will keep an eye open to the market to support local," said the Stumbletown Distillery bartender. "Obviously Saskatchewan is the community here, ...
Mar 21, 2025
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Done for the year
Ice Wolves finish season, recognize players with awards
The La Ronge Ice Wolves finished the 2024-25 season one win away from earning a playoff spot in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL). They ended the season with 53 points, which included 24 wins, 27 losses, three overtime losses and two shootout losses. The remaining three teams to also not earn a spot in the p...
Mar 19, 2025
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junior hockey
Ice Wolves set to play final game at Mel Hegland Uniplex Friday
The La Ronge Ice Wolves will play their final home game at the Mel Hegland Uniplex this evening. The team will face off against the Flin Flon Bombers, who currently hold a firm grasp on second place in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL). The game will include an honouring of the Town of La Ronge and the lower...
Mar 14, 2025
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Is it Necessary?
Scary WHL fight raises concerns about fighting in hockey
A Western Hockey League (WHL) game between the Tri-City Americans and Seattle Thunderbirds came to an abrupt end earlier this week following a fight between Thunderbirds defenceman Ashton Cumby and Americans blueliner, and former Prince Albert Raider, Terrell Goldsmith, which sent Goldsmith to the hospital with serious...
Mar 13, 2025
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From Player to Coach
Jackson Allan: North Stars Captain turns setback into opportunity
In his final year on the team and with a championship under his belt, Battlefords North Stars captain, Jackson Allan, now has the opportunity to use his knowledge and skills to assist the North Stars in a different way to end the season. After battling a serious injury over the past few months, the team has officially ...
Mar 12, 2025
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After regional competitions the week before determined the top four wrestlers in each weight class in Carrot River, those wrestlers traveled to Regina over the weekend to compete in provincials to compete against the top four wrestlers from Regina and the top four from Saskatoon to crown provincial champions. Covered i...
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Warman Wolverines
New Warman SJHL team reveals name, logo and colours
The new Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) team in Warman has officially revealed its name, logo and coloursTeam Co-Founder, Jon Abrametz announced yesterday on the SJHL Weekly Show that the Notre Dame Hounds will be rebranded as the Warman Wolverines, sporting the colours of teal, red, dark blue and white. The l...
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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
Federal government commit $56M to new Yukon convention centre
WHITEHORSE - The federal government says it has committed more than $56 million toward the construction of a new convention centre in the Yukon capital of Whitehorse. The announcement secures the funding needed for the Yukon Gathering Place project, estimated to cost about $75 million in total. Yukon's government will ...
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Federal AgriStability cap to double to help with Chinese canola tariffs impact
The Canadian government has announced support for the country's agriculture sector as it deals with tariffs imposed by China.The federal agriculture department says in a news release that the current payment cap under AgriStability, a program that works similarly to crop insurance, will double to $6 million for the 202...
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OTTAWA - Canada's 45th general election got underway Sunday, with the leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister each positioning themselves as best to strengthen Canada's economy and stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump. Liberal Leader Mark Carney triggered the campaign midday by visiting Gov. Gen. Mary S...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney called Canada's 45th federal election on Sunday and Canadians will be headed to the polls on April 28.It's been just two weeks since Carney won the Liberal Leadership vote and he was sworn in as Prime Minister on March 14.As voting will take place earlier than scheduled it can be termed a sna...
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Anti-overdose naloxone kits at transit stops could help save lives, study suggests
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Middle east conflict
Gaza's Health Ministry says Israel has struck the largest hospital in the territory's south
Israel's military struck the largest hospital in southern Gaza on Sunday night, killing one person, wounding others and causing a large fire, the territory's Health Ministry said.The strike hit the surgical building of Nasser Hospital in the city of Khan Younis, the ministry said, days after the facility was overwhelme...
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Pope appears on hospital balcony to bless crowd in 1st public appearance in battle with pneumonia
ROME (AP) - Pope Francis has appeared on a hospital balcony to bless the crowd in his first public outing in five weeks and ahead of his release after surviving a life-threatening bout of pneumonia. The 88-year-old pope gave a thumbs up and acknowledged the crowd after he was wheeled out onto the balcony overlooking th...
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Turkish court orders Istanbul mayor jailed pending trial on corruption charges
ISTANBUL (AP) - A court formally arrested the mayor of Istanbul and key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan early on Sunday and ordered him jailed pending the outcome of a trial on corruption charges. Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was detained following a raid to his residence earlier this week, sparking the largest wave of...
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Israeli strikes kill 19 Palestinians in Gaza, including senior Hamas political leader, officials say
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - Israeli strikes across the southern Gaza Strip killed at least 19 Palestinians overnight into Sunday, including a senior Hamas political leader, officials said. Iran-backed rebels in Yemen who are allied with Hamas meanwhile launched another missile at Israel, setting off air raid siren...
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Pope Francis will be released from the hospital on Sunday, doctors say
ROME (AP) - Pope Francis will be released from the hospital on Sunday, after 38 days battling a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs, his doctors said. Gemelli medical director Dr. Sergio Alfieri said Francis will require at least two months of rest and rehabilitation as he continues recovering back at the ...
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Three killed, 14 injured in a shooting at a park in New Mexico's Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) - At least three people were killed and 14 others were injured in a mass shooting at a park in the desert city of Las Cruces, New Mexico, police said Saturday. Police were asking Saturday for bystanders to share videos and other tips as they continued to seek a suspect or suspects in the attack, w...
Mar 22, 2025
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