Several charges stayed
Woman sentenced after incident near Weirdale
A White Fox woman received her sentence after a vehicle was found stuck in the ditch near Weirdale in late 2024. Dana McCulloch was sentenced on counts of failure to comply with an undertaking and possession of property obtained by crime to time served, while several drug and other charges were stayed. Nipawin RCMP wer...
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McIlvenna Bay
El Dorado looks to more than double northern Sask. mine output
A newly minted copper and zinc mine near Creighton that has not yet reached full production is already looking to double in size.El Dorado Gold, which bought Foran Mining earlier this year, is in the process of test drilling at a site dubbed Tesla, next to McIlvenna Bay.During a luncheon hosted by the Prince Albert and...
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Several charges stayed
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Several charges stayed
Woman sentenced after incident near Weirdale
A White Fox woman received her sentence after a vehicle was found stuck in the ditch near Weirdale in late 2024. Dana McCulloch was sentenced on counts of failure to comply with an undertaking and possession of property obtained by crime to time served, while several drug and other charges were stayed. Nipawin RCMP wer...
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145 needles in August
City of Melfort looking to train, equip staff to deal with high number of discarded needles
The city of Melfort is looking at new ways to deal with discarded needles. The Community Services Department report at Monday night's council meeting revealed that the number of sharps found throughout the community has increased over the past month. Director of Community Services Lydia Steffen told northeastNOW that c...
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Damage limited to bin
MFD called to weekend garbage bin fire
The Melfort Fire Department responded to an early morning fire on Saturday. Crews were called to a report of a garbage bin fire along Saskatchewan Dr. E. at 5 a.m. The fire was knocked down quickly, and firefighters were able to limit the fire to the contents of the bin.
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New stone books at site
Melfort Legion hosts re-dedication ceremony at cenotaph
An event in Melfort on the weekend honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice. A cenotaph re-dedication ceremony was held at Memorial Gardens in Melfort, with the Melfort Legion colour guard and various dignitaries on hand to pay tribute. Melfort Legion President Constance Roussel told northeastNOW the stone books ...
Sep 14, 2026
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Flin Flon man killed
Fatal pedestrian collision in Creighton
RCMP are investigating a pedestrian death in Creighton. Police were called about a vehicle colliding with a pedestrian on Main St. in Creighton on Sept. 4. The pedestrian was taken to hospital by EMS with serious injuries and was later declared deceased. The family of the 26-year-old man from Flin Flon has been notifie...
Sep 14, 2026
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Porcupine Plain, Lanigan
Temporary ER closures in two local communities
A local emergency room will be closed for the next two evenings. The ER at Porcupine Carragana Hospital will close its doors until midnight on Friday, and from 4 p.m. until midnight on Saturday. In the event of an emergency, residents can still call 9-1-1. Meanwhile, the emergency department in Lanigan will be closed f...
Sep 11, 2026
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Saskatchewan
McIlvenna Bay
El Dorado looks to more than double northern Sask. mine output
A newly minted copper and zinc mine near Creighton that has not yet reached full production is already looking to double in size.El Dorado Gold, which bought Foran Mining earlier this year, is in the process of test drilling at a site dubbed Tesla, next to McIlvenna Bay.During a luncheon hosted by the Prince Albert and...
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confidence
Sask. man walks the runway during New York Fashion Week
Flying Dust First Nation member and former La Ronge resident Christopher Merasty is back in Canada after participating in the Indigenous New York Fashion Week 2026 over the weekend. The event featured 30 Indigenous designers and 120 models, representing one of the largest gatherings of contemporary Indigenous fashion t...
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Job Action
'We also want respect': CUPE takes 99% strike mandate to Sask. Health Minster Cockrill's local office
"I am a single-income household. So if I'm not working, there's no money coming in," Kimberly Plumb said when asked what strike action would mean for her.The cook and Red Seal chef was among over 100 health-care workers at a rally outside Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill's North Battleford constituency office ...
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Happy Campers
Fall campsite reservations open in Saskatchewan provincial parks
The end of summer may be approaching quickly, but there will still plenty of happy campers in Saskatchewan this fall.Fall campsite reservations in Saskatchewan Provincial Parks are now open, with many parks offering access to amenities like power and water until the end of the month. While services will be limited by t...
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"LIFE CHANGES FOR ALL OF US"
National Resilience Day aims to inspire one million acts of kindness
"I have a dream for Canada, and I need people's help to make it happen," said Allen Lycka.Lycka is encouraging Canadians to take part in National Resilience Day on Sept. 24 by completing a small act of resilience, with a goal of inspiring one million people to participate."Sooner or later, life changes f...
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Historic investment
Bell Canada announces major Sask. AI data centre project expansion
Bell Canada is expanding its plans to build an AI data centre outside of Regina, announcing it will establish the company's new Bell AI Fabric Headquarters in Saskatchewan.The move is expected to bring more than $50 billion in capital investment.The province called it the single-largest private sector capital investmen...
Sep 14, 2026
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Local Sports
Preseason Trade
Mustangs send young defenceman to Neepawa
The Melfort Mustangs have traded away a young defenceman to the Neepawa Titans of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL).Melfort has sent 17-year-old Casey Magarrell to Neepawa in exchange for a player development fee.Magarrell played two preseason games for the Mustangs this past week, in which he registered a pair ...
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Discipline
Local bodybuilders shine at national competition
One year after debuting at her first bodybuilding competition, Prince Albert's Marya Nielsen returned to the stage of the Golden Prairie Cup determined to not only repeat her success but to show she had taken her physique to a whole new level.And she did just that.The 21-year-old finished first in two women's bikini di...
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Preseason Over
Mustangs drop final two exhibition games against Humboldt
The Melfort Mustangs concluded their preseason schedule this past weekend against the Humboldt Broncos.After going 2-0 earlier in the week in a home-and-home set with the Nipawin Hawks, the Mustangs fell to the other side of the results, dropping both of their contests versus the Broncos.Melfort travelled to Humboldt F...
Sep 15, 2026
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Growing Opportunity
Prince Albert awarded SJFHL team as female hockey continues to expand locally
A new door of opportunity has opened for female hockey players in Prince Albert and Northern Saskatchewan.It was announced on Saturday that Prince Albert has been awarded an expansion team within the Saskatchewan Junior Female Hockey League (SJFHL), a U22 league similar to that of the Prairie Junior Hockey League (PJHL...
Sep 13, 2026
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Banjo Blues
Offence dries up for Riders in low-scoring Banjo Bowl loss to Blue Bombers
Offensive production was a struggle all afternoon long for the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday, as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers came out victorious in the 22nd edition of the Banjo Bowl.The Roughriders failed to find the end zone against the Blue Bombers, with Winnipeg holding Trevor Harris and company in check to ea...
Sep 12, 2026
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Riders gameday
'Great test for us': Riders head to Winnipeg for Banjo Bowl clash
After claiming victory in the Labour Day Classic, the Saskatchewan Roughriders head into hostile territory today.It's the annual Labour Day rematch as the Riders take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Princess Auto Stadium. Saskatchewan is coming off of a 32-26 overtime victory at Mosaic Stadium in the Labour Day Classic...
Sep 12, 2026
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Northeast 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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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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Ram Monsters and Mayhem
Monster trucks roar back to Prince Albert after decades-long absence
Monster trucks are set to return to Prince Albert for the first time in more than 30 years this summer.Lake Country Co-op presents Ram Monsters and Mayhem, scheduled for Aug. 15 and 16 at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds, marking a rare stop for the high-octane motorsports show in northern Saskatchewan. Promoter Ro...
May 04, 2026
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farmnewsNOW
Grain moves through Port of Churchill
The first grain vessel to export from the Port of Churchill since 2020 was loaded and sailed to Europe, marking another major milestone in the return ...
Sep 11, 2026
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Attracting agricultural technology companies to Saskatchewan
Innovation Saskatchewan is investing $300,000 and renewing its commitment to one of Saskatchewan's flagship programs for developing and attracting hig...
Sep 11, 2026
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Sask. cattle group finds new CEO
The Saskatchewan Cattle Association (SCA) has found its new Chief Executive Officer. Kevin Boon brings more than 40 years of experience in the cattle ...
Sep 10, 2026
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Canada
Quebec party leaders gear up for second TV debate of election campaign
MONTREAL - Leaders of the five Quebec political parties are gearing up for the second debate of the campaign. The first debate on Tuesday saw leaders spar over a range of topics, including the economy, Quebec sovereignty and immigration. Coalition Aven...
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Secrecy and accountability 'can coexist': groups push for Tumbler Ridge gun details
OTTAWA - Five gun control advocacy groups are renewing pressure on the RCMP to disclose information about the firearms used in the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., saying public discussion of the details could help prevent another tragedy. The RCM...
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From investment buzz to building: Canada's major projects face hurdles, experts say
OTTAWA - Canada's inaugural investment summit has created a buzz that the country is open for business, but experts say the real test will be whether that momentum can translate into major projects that overcome labour shortages, community concerns, en...
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CP NewsAlert: Europe wants Canada as its first 'associate member', says EU chief
STRASBOURG, FRANCE - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says Europe wants to open the door for Canada to become an "associate member" of the European Union. Prime Minister Mark Carney listened as von der Leyen laid out key pillars for s...
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What you need to know about Carney's pitch for private investment in airports
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says he wants private investors to take over operations at Canada's four largest airports in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver. Speaking at a government-led investment summit in Toronto on Tuesday, Carney sai...
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Harper says Canada had 'no choice' but to walk away from U.S. trade talks
TORONTO - Former prime minister Stephen Harper says the federal government had "no choice" but to walk away from trade talks with the United States. Delivering closing remarks at Canada's first-ever national investment summit Tuesday, Harper said the m...
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World
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member
STRASBOURG, France (AP) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for Canada to become the European Union's first associate member. The deve...
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3 people killed when NBC and Telemundo news helicopter crashes while covering LA bus accident
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A news helicopter used by NBC and Telemundo crashed in a Los Angeles neighborhood on Tuesday and burst into flames, killing at least three people while reporters were covering the nearby crash of an SUV and a city bus, officials and ...
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Kennedy Center board votes to close over financial woes, Trump branding dispute, AP sources say
WASHINGTON (AP) - The board of the Kennedy Center voted on Tuesday to close over financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump's name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar with the matter. ...
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Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump's name on the building or grounds in any way
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center on Tuesday from returning President Donald Trump 's name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts, saying it would violate an earlier ruling tha...
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US strips millions in military aid from Europe and Mideast to back Trump-aligned nations in Americas
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration is stripping tens of millions of dollars in U.S. military assistance from countries in Europe and the Middle East to support conservative-leaning governments in Central and South America. The Sta...
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Trump slams Supreme Court for rejecting his push to restrict mail ballots
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Tuesday went after the Supreme Court after it rejected his push to restrict mail-in voting in this year's midterms, saying justices who opposed him were "not the people I interviewed." The Trump...
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