Prince Albert talent
'It feels like I belong here': Josh Stumpf reflects on CCMA experience
Prince Albert's Josh Stumpf did not leave the Canadian Country Music Association Awards with a trophy, but the 23-year-old artist said earning his first two nominations was an honour in itself.Stumpf was nominated for fans' choice and breakthrough artist or group of the year at Saturday's awards in Saskatoon. The James...
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TSB investigation underway
Two people dead after Cessna 172 plane crashes near Kisbey, Sask.
Two people are dead after a plane crash earlier this week.According to Harv's Air President, Adam Penner, a Cessna 172 was on a night flight from Regina to Steinbach, Man. via Carlyle with two people on board.When the plane didn't arrive as scheduled, a search got underway. The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) said it...
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Calls for service
Fire in Melfort, accident near Nipawin keep local first responders busy
There is not much left of a truck and skid steer that were destroyed by a fire early Monday morning.Around 1:45 a.m., Melfort Fire Department received reports of some vehicles on fire on Burrows Avenue East. They found the pickup truck and skid steer fully engulfed in flames. Crews set up a quick attack and were able t...
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Rough start
Hawks strong start fades in loss to North Stars
The Nipawin Hawks have started the 2026 - 27 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season with a pair of road losses after a 4-1 defeat in the Battlefords on Saturday.Looking for rebound from a 6-3 loss on Friday in Melfort in their season opener, Nipawin started strong taking a 1-0 lead over the North Stars in the ...
Sep 20, 2026
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Arch rivals open the season
Hawks grounded in season opener in Melfort
For the second Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season Nipawin was in Melfort to kick off the year, but unlike last campaign, the Mustangs took care of business on home ice doubling the Hawks 6-3 Friday.Nipawin had a couple early chances to get ahead on the road, but could not capitalize, Dru Mushumanski scored...
Sep 19, 2026
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Home invasion
Pair sentenced after serious assault in Nipawin
A man and woman charged after a break-in and assault in Nipawin have been sentenced to jail. The assault happened in May of 2025 at a home in Nipawin. Scott McKay of Red Earth Cree Nation and Noreen Head from Nipawin broke into the home and assaulted two women inside. One was taken by STARS to Saskatoon with serious in...
Sep 18, 2026
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Friday night lights in Tisdale
High school football action continues
The high school football campaign continues Friday with several games. In 4A nine-a-side, the Melfort Comets will travel to La Ronge. The Comets opened with a 34-6 victory in Nipawin in week one. The L.P. Miller Bears will travel to Tisdale to face the Tornadoes, who won 66-0 over La Ronge last week.That game will be u...
Sep 18, 2026
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Crime
Two men sought after gun incident at One Arrow First Nation
After receiving multiple of males in possession of guns, a lockdown was enacted at One Arrow First Nation.Those details were shared by the RCMP on Thursday in relation to events that occurred at the reserve Wednesday afternoon.The police investigation determined an altercation occurred between two men. Both men were in...
Sep 17, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Prince Albert talent
'It feels like I belong here': Josh Stumpf reflects on CCMA experience
Prince Albert's Josh Stumpf did not leave the Canadian Country Music Association Awards with a trophy, but the 23-year-old artist said earning his first two nominations was an honour in itself.Stumpf was nominated for fans' choice and breakthrough artist or group of the year at Saturday's awards in Saskatoon. The James...
3h ago
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TSB investigation underway
Two people dead after Cessna 172 plane crashes near Kisbey, Sask.
Two people are dead after a plane crash earlier this week.According to Harv's Air President, Adam Penner, a Cessna 172 was on a night flight from Regina to Steinbach, Man. via Carlyle with two people on board.When the plane didn't arrive as scheduled, a search got underway. The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) said it...
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International relations
Carney touts 'right partnerships' in Arctic as he welcomes Norwegian PM to Ottawa
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says his focus on building international relationships, including with Norway, is part of the answer to renewed threats from Russia.During a news conference with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store in Ottawa, both leaders were asked about warnings from the Polish prime minister...
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Country music's best
Cameron Whitcomb takes home top honours at Canadian Country Music Awards
Cameron Whitcomb has seemingly solidified his place in country music as he and his debut album, which explores wrestling out of the throes of addiction, earned top honours at the 2026 Canadian Country Music Association Awards.The former "American Idol" contestant from Nanaimo, B.C., won best album for his rec...
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Feeling the heat
First Nations fire crews battle it out in 31st regional competition as female firefighters dwindle
Half a dozen volunteer fire departments were in Prince Albert this weekend to test their skills in a friendly competition. The 2026 Saskatchewan First Nation Firefighting Competition ran Saturday at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds with six First Nations communities taking part, including Black Lake, Hall Lake, Fon...
Sep 20, 2026
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Investigation
Saskatchewan Health Authority investigating woman's death after she broke ankle
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has launched an investigation into the death of a Saskatoon woman who was waiting for surgery to fix her broken ankle.The authority said Friday it will be speaking with Kirsten Hanke's family as part of a formal internal review.It declined to provide details of her care due to privacy ...
Sep 19, 2026
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Local Sports
Weekend Split
Mustangs give up four straight, drop road contest in La Ronge
The Melfort Mustangs have split their opening weekend of the 2026/27 regular season, following a road defeat in La Ronge on Saturday.Melfort found themselves up 1-0 and 2-1 in the first half of the game, with both goals scored by new Mustang Matthew Bertolin.Unfortunately, in both instances, the Ice Wolves tied it a mi...
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Rough start
Hawks strong start fades in loss to North Stars
The Nipawin Hawks have started the 2026 - 27 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season with a pair of road losses after a 4-1 defeat in the Battlefords on Saturday.Looking for rebound from a 6-3 loss on Friday in Melfort in their season opener, Nipawin started strong taking a 1-0 lead over the North Stars in the ...
Sep 20, 2026
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Great Start
Mustangs earn opening night statement win, go for perfect weekend in La Ronge
The Melfort Mustangs are a perfect 1- 0 to start the season, following a 6-3 statement win over their biggest rivals, the Nipawin Hawks.Friday night marked the second year in a row that Melfort started the season at home against Nipawin, this time coming away with the victory and doing so in fairly dominant fashion.&qu...
Sep 19, 2026
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Arch rivals open the season
Hawks grounded in season opener in Melfort
For the second Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season Nipawin was in Melfort to kick off the year, but unlike last campaign, the Mustangs took care of business on home ice doubling the Hawks 6-3 Friday.Nipawin had a couple early chances to get ahead on the road, but could not capitalize, Dru Mushumanski scored...
Sep 19, 2026
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And So It Begins
Mustangs begin season at home against rival hawks
The Melfort Mustangs will open up their regular season tonight when they welcome their biggest rivals to town, the Nipawin Hawks.It marks the second year in a row that the Mustangs have begun their season at home against Nipawin. Last season, Melfort dropped the opening night contest 4-3 and are hoping for a different ...
Sep 18, 2026
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Friday night lights in Tisdale
High school football action continues
The high school football campaign continues Friday with several games. In 4A nine-a-side, the Melfort Comets will travel to La Ronge. The Comets opened with a 34-6 victory in Nipawin in week one. The L.P. Miller Bears will travel to Tisdale to face the Tornadoes, who won 66-0 over La Ronge last week.That game will be u...
Sep 18, 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
Man dies in an agricultural accident in southwestern Manitoba
Manitoba RCMP said a 66-year-old man has died in a farming accident. Blue Hills RCMP said the man appears to have been struck by farming equipment in ...
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Boon leaving Kamloops-based BC Cattlemen's Association for new pastures in Saskatchewan
KAMLOOPS - After 17 years at the helm of the BC Cattlemen's Association, Kevin Boon is moving to new pastures in Saskatchewan.Boon is set to take over...
Sep 18, 2026
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'Like a dating site': Ranchers in B.C. and Alberta partnering up to address feed shortages
KAMLOOPS - Ranchers and livestock producers in British Columbia facing feed shortages and wildfire impacts are getting a helping 'hoof' thanks to a pa...
Sep 18, 2026
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Canada
QuickQuotes: MPs react to Carney's new Building Canada Strong Act
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney's government tabled a bill Monday to fast-track approvals for major projects. The Building Canada Strong Act removes the responsibility for reviewing many big projects, such as pipelines and power transmission lines,...
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Carney says he won't backtrack on digital services tax, streamers' CanCon payments
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says he won't change his mind about his decision to eliminate the digital services tax and Canadian content contributions for streamers. Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet asked Carney in the House of Commo...
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NDP Leader Lewis criticized for saying Jews 'failed to do our part' to stop Gaza war
OTTAWA - Critics are calling out NDP Leader Avi Lewis for suggesting online that he and his fellow Jews have "failed" to do their part to stop Israel's violence in the Gaza Strip. Lewis posted Sunday that he is marking the holiest day on the Jewish cal...
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After Belleville, Ont., shooting, a look at recent violent incidents near synagogues
Ontario's police watchdog is investigating after a 29-year-old man allegedly opened fire at a constable stationed outside a synagogue in Belleville, Ont., on Sunday night. The resulting shootout left both the suspect and the officer with serious injuri...
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B.C. minister Popham won't run for a sixth term, deepening snap election speculation
VICTORIA - B.C. cabinet minister Lana Popham says she won't run for a sixth term, deepening speculation about a snap election being called. Popham's announcement follows the resignation of Opposition B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay on Sun...
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Alberta's Smith rejects party accusation she's muting pro-Canada referendum ads
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is rejecting a claim from her party president that her government is muting its pro-Canada messaging ahead of the separation vote. Smith says she hasn't been neutral and that her United Conservative Party gover...
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World
UK to offer Saudi Arabia aerial refueling to counter Houthi attacks
ABOARD THE BRITISH PRIME MINISTER'S PLANE (AP) - Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Monday that Britain has agreed to provide limited military support to Saudi Arabia to repeal attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Burnham told rep...
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Trump inaugurates new White House helipad, but networks skip coverage during First Amendment fight
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump showed off his new White House helicopter landing pad on Monday, attempting to brush aside a First Amendment firestorm even as major television networks kept their cameras away because CNN wasn't allowed to cove...
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Polo has rapidly intensified to a hurricane and is expected to impact Mexico
MIAMI (AP) - Hurricane Polo will rapidly intensify in the Pacific Ocean and become a major hurricane later this week, forecasters said Monday. Polo could bring heavy rain, rough surf and tropical-storm-force wind to parts of Mexico late T...
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Jury convicts Vermont man of attempted murder in shooting of 3 Palestinian students
Burlington, Vt. (AP) - A jury on Monday convicted a Vermont man of attempted murder in the shootings of three Palestinian college students who were walking near his home, rejecting an insanity defense rooted in his claims that he was acting on orders f...
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Main Kremlin party keeps control of Russia's parliament after a carefully orchestrated vote
The main Kremlin party retained its majority in Russia's parliament, election officials said Monday, after a carefully orchestrated balloting that excluded most opposition candidates and helped the government maintain its tight grip on power. ...
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Pakistan says airstrikes in Afghanistan kill 28 militants; Kabul reports 3 civilians killed
ISLAMABAD (AP) - Pakistani fighter jets on Monday struck sites in eastern Afghanistan that Pakistani officials described as suspected militant hideouts. Pakistan said 28 militants were killed, while authorities in Kabul reported at least three civilian...
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