Tag Archives: People

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 413 Palestinians and shatter ceasefire with Hamas
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - Israel launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday, killing at least 413 Palestinians, including women and children, according to hospital officials. The s...
Mar 18, 2025

Canine contenders look to standout at all breeds dog show in Prince Albert
Dogs of various breeds and sizes are vying for the overall 'Best in Show' top honour this weekend in Prince Albert.The local Kennel and Obedience Club is hosting its spring show at the Exhibition Cent...
Mar 15, 2025

Trump’s talk of deporting 240,000 Ukrainians could put pressure on Canada, professor says
A political expert says U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion that he may deport Ukrainian refugees could be more of a political strategy than a firm plan-but the impact on Canada could be signific...
Mar 08, 2025

68-year-old Stoney Rapids man wins nearly $1.8 million on Smoke Signals progressive jackpot
For Fred Robillard, whenever he'd come into Prince Albert he knew that he would be coming to spend time at the Northern Lights Casino where you'd usually be able to find him at the blackjack table. On...
Mar 07, 2025

Ratt showcased in second local art exhibit
Lac La Ronge Indian Band member Molly Ratt has a new art gallery on exhibit for the month of March at the Alex Robertson Public Library. Entitled The Wonders of Nature, the exhibit encompasses eight a...
Mar 05, 2025

Sask. brewers tap into local support as Trump tariffs leave a bitter aftertaste
Saskatchewan brewers are raising a glass to local support - and bracing for a financial hangover - as new U.S. tariffs threaten to drive up costs for the industry.A 25 per cent tariff on Canadian and ...
Mar 04, 2025
Northern Sask. mayors revive lobby group to push for provincial action
A group of northern Saskatchewan mayors is reviving a municipal lobby organization to better advocate for their communities, aiming to fill what they describe as a leadership void and years of governm...
Mar 04, 2025
2025 TeleMiracle telethon raises $5.7 million
TeleMiracle 49 has raised $5,709,306 in 2025.The 20-hour telethon - held at Saskatoon's Prairieland Park on March 1 and 2 - raises money for the Kinsmen Foundation to help people get special needs equ...
Mar 02, 2025

Carrot River hosting wrestling regionals this weekend
For the first time in the community's history, Carrot River will be hosting the high school regional wrestling championships.On Saturday, close to 200 wrestlers from across the province will travel to...
Feb 28, 2025
Survivors share their storied past with students with a Talking Quilt
The Talking Quilt helps to create conversations.The blanket is comprised of 24 squares each surrounded by a colourful border and at its centre the medicine wheel.At first glance it's vibrant and invit...
Feb 28, 2025