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Last year saw highest rate of gang-related homicides in 16 years: Statistics Canada
A report from Statistics Canada shows the national homicide rate has increased for a third consecutive year and nearly one-quarter of killings in 2021 were connected to gangs.There were 788 homicides ...
Nov 21, 2022

Seven commercial poultry flocks in B.C.'s Fraser Valley have bird flu: ministry
VICTORIA - Seven commercial poultry farms in British Columbia's Fraser Valley have been quarantined because they've tested positive for a highly infectious avian flu. A statement from the B.C. Ministr...
Nov 21, 2022

Ice Wolves enjoy six-game winning streak
The La Ronge Ice Wolves are on a six-game winning streak after recent back-to-back wins against the Weyburn Red Wings.The Red Wings were in La Ronge on Nov. 18 and 19 where they fell to the Ice Wolves...
Nov 21, 2022

Georgia authorities arrest mother of still-missing toddler
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) - The mother of a toddler reported missing Oct. 5 in Georgia has been arrested in connection with the child's disappearance and presumed death, authorities said Monday. The Chatham ...
Nov 21, 2022

Proulx now running in La Ronge byelection after rocky campaign start
If successful in the upcoming La Ronge byelection on Nov. 30, Marlee Proulx would like to further her understanding of municipal politics and begin a process of empowering local residents."Things like...
Nov 21, 2022

FIFA blocks 'Love' detail on Belgium's World Cup jersey
DOHA, Qatar (AP) - FIFA has denied Belgium's request to wear team jerseys with a "Love" label at the World Cup in Qatar because of a commercial link to a rave festival. Multi-color detail on the white...
Nov 21, 2022

Born from vinyl: Sask. artist’s reborn dolls offer surprising benefits
A unique vendor was turning heads at a craft show north of Prince Albert this past weekend.Lorna Robert was selling baby dolls that look so realistic, you're compelled to pick them up just to prove to...
Nov 21, 2022

PA Trail Riders Hosting Snowmobile Safety Course
The Prince Albert Trail Riders will be hosting a snowmobile safety course led by two SSA Snowmobile Safety Instructors on Saturday December 3rd. Training will take place at the Prince Albert Wildlife ...
Nov 21, 2022

Critics say red-flag provision in federal firearms bill could weaken public safety
OTTAWA - Critics of a planned new measure to remove guns from the wrong hands say it could actually undermine efforts to make people safer. A government bill being studied by MPs would allow anyone to...
Nov 21, 2022

‘We made it our home:’ Huskies employee shares memories of Rutherford Arena
Rutherford Arena on the University of Saskatchewan campus is being demolished after a 90-year run.The rink was home to many hockey games, cheering fans, and celebrations until its final game in 2018. ...
Nov 21, 2022