Fraud charges
Man from RM of Martin charged after allegedly altering cattle brands
A 52-year-old man from the RM of Martin is facing charges after an investigation into a case of alleged fraud involving cattle brands.According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, officers got a report about fraudulent brands on livestock in the rural municipality east of Regina back on July 6. The RCMP said an investigation, wh...
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45th annual event
P.A. woman and Melfort man win Frank Dunn Triathlon
A Prince Albert woman was victorious in the 45th annual Frank Dunn Triathlon held Sunday in Waskesiu. Anne Marie Charles of Prince Albert won the women's event with a time of 3:07:20. On the men's side, Melfort competitor Curtis Glanville took home the trophy with a time of 2:45:47. Organizers said 42 teams and 125 in...
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human history
Archaeological society concludes tour of Northern Sask.
Two summer students with the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society have been educating northerners in recent weeks about human history in the province. Emerson Dube and India Buckert were at La Ronge's Alex Robertson Public Library on Tuesday, having already visited communities such as Buffalo Narrows, Beauval, Dillon, ...
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Nipawin Fishing
Regina brothers win Premier's Walleye Cup for second year in a row
The 38th annual Saskatchewan Premier's Walleye Cup is successfully in the books, as nearly 80 teams descended on Nipawin for the two-day fishing event this past weekend.Once again, though, it was the pairing of the Stockdale brothers, Will and Winston, who came out on top, doing so for the second straight year."It...
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Safety concerns
Melfort council approves policy to restrict access to city-owned facilities and land
Melfort's city council has approved the draft of a new Banning of Persons from City Facilities or Lands Policy. The policy was constructed following several incidents in city-owned areas. One such incident at the Northern Lights Palace featured vandalism and youths attempting to sell drugs. "The City of Melfort is...
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Nominations open for councillor position in Hudson Bay
The Town of Hudson Bay is looking for residents interested in civic politics. Nominations are now open for a councillor position left vacant following the resignation of Meagan Dickson.Anyone looking to run can pick up and return the package in person at the town office during regular business hours until 4 p.m. Aug. 2...
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Senior Men's Baseball Provincials
Twelve-run, two-out rally leads Cabri over Saskatoon in Melfort
The Cabri River Rats won the tier-three senior men's provincial baseball championships on Sunday, defeating the Saskatoon Thunder 16-8 in Melfort.In a wild final, Cabri erased a 7-1 deficit entering the fifth inning, which included a 12-run, two-out rally in the bottom of the sixth."We were down in the dumps there...
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Monday Meeting
Melfort council to vote on policy restricting access to city-owned property
Melfort's City Council will discuss a policy regarding people causing issues at City-owned facilities. Monday night's meeting will bring forward a draft policy that was prepared by administration for council to consider. The policy would establish "a consistent process for restricting access to City-owned faciliti...
Aug 10, 2026
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Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO - Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium.Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work together to study how cannabis affects the brain in people of ...
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Fraud charges
Man from RM of Martin charged after allegedly altering cattle brands
A 52-year-old man from the RM of Martin is facing charges after an investigation into a case of alleged fraud involving cattle brands.According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, officers got a report about fraudulent brands on livestock in the rural municipality east of Regina back on July 6. The RCMP said an investigation, wh...
58m ago
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45th annual event
P.A. woman and Melfort man win Frank Dunn Triathlon
A Prince Albert woman was victorious in the 45th annual Frank Dunn Triathlon held Sunday in Waskesiu. Anne Marie Charles of Prince Albert won the women's event with a time of 3:07:20. On the men's side, Melfort competitor Curtis Glanville took home the trophy with a time of 2:45:47. Organizers said 42 teams and 125 in...
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Food, transportation up
Saskatchewan economy shows strength as inflation pressures hit local food bank
Saskatchewan's economy showed signs of strength in the latest provincial figures, with gains in manufacturing sales and exports, even as inflation and a softer labour market continued to put pressure on households. The Saskatchewan Bureau of Statistics' August 2026 Monthly Statistical Review reported manufacturing sale...
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historic event
Original Treaty 6 parchment to be showcased at 150th signing commemoration
The original Treaty 6 parchment will be present at the 150th commemoration event later this month honouring the signing of the historical document. Beardy's and Okemasis' Cree Nation (BOCN) near Duck Lake will be hosting the four-day gathering starting Aug. 20 and Chief Edwin Ananas was the one responsible for securin...
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Wildfire season
Sask. sending fire hose to B.C., warning about human-caused fires at home
As B.C. declares a state of emergency and tries to deal with massive wildfires, Saskatchewan's government is sending some help.According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), it's responded to a request made through the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre and sent 2,000 lengths of 1.5 inch fire hose to B...
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45th annual event
P.A. woman and Melfort man win Frank Dunn Triathlon
A Prince Albert woman was victorious in the 45th annual Frank Dunn Triathlon held Sunday in Waskesiu. Anne Marie Charles of Prince Albert won the women's event with a time of 3:07:20. On the men's side, Melfort competitor Curtis Glanville took home the trophy with a time of 2:45:47. Organizers said 42 teams and 125 in...
17h ago
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Nipawin Fishing
Regina brothers win Premier's Walleye Cup for second year in a row
The 38th annual Saskatchewan Premier's Walleye Cup is successfully in the books, as nearly 80 teams descended on Nipawin for the two-day fishing event this past weekend.Once again, though, it was the pairing of the Stockdale brothers, Will and Winston, who came out on top, doing so for the second straight year."It...
18h ago
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Senior Men's Baseball Provincials
Twelve-run, two-out rally leads Cabri over Saskatoon in Melfort
The Cabri River Rats won the tier-three senior men's provincial baseball championships on Sunday, defeating the Saskatoon Thunder 16-8 in Melfort.In a wild final, Cabri erased a 7-1 deficit entering the fifth inning, which included a 12-run, two-out rally in the bottom of the sixth."We were down in the dumps there...
Aug 11, 2026
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Win Column
Riders handle business at Mosaic Stadium, beat Redblacks
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders' offence proved to be a non-issue as the CFL club cruised to a 42-20 win over the Ottawa Redblacks on Friday night.Saskatchewan was without Sam Emilus (foot), Kian Schaffer-Baker (knee), running back A.J. Ouellette (knee), offensive guard Zack Fry (knee), fullback Morgen Runge (pec),...
Aug 10, 2026
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Homefield Advantage
Melfort hosting Provincial Senior Baseball Championships
The NorthEast RedSox are the hosts of this year's Senior Men's Baseball Provincial Championships in Melfort.The three-day event, which began Friday, sees tier-three teams from across the province descend on Melfort in hopes of raising the Saskatchewan title."We're happy to bring the province to Melfort and show of...
Aug 09, 2026
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Riders Gameday
'This is pro football': Riders taking nothing for granted against 0-7 Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders don't have to look too far back in their history to know you can't take any team lightly in the CFL.In 2024, the 5-2 Riders locked horns with the 0-7 Edmonton Elks at Mosaic Stadium. Edmonton won that showdown 42-31.On Friday, the 5-2 Riders will take on the 0-7 Ottawa Redblacks. Kickoff is...
Aug 07, 2026
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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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Man from RM of Martin charged after allegedly altering cattle brands
A 52-year-old man from the RM of Martin is facing charges after an investigation into a case of alleged fraud involving cattle brands.According to the...
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Field Day showcases applied agricultural research near Yorkton
Producers, industry representatives and community members gathered July 28 for the 2026 East Central Research Foundation (ECRF)/Suncrest College Field...
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Expansion project will increase availability of cottage cheese for Canadian consumers
Gay Lea Foods is expanding a facility in Ontario to increase production of high-protein dairy products. The cottage cheese market in Canada is experie...
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Canada
Partial solar eclipse, meteor shower headed for Canadian skies
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the Maritimes, Ontario, Quebec and other parts of Canada today as the annual Perseid meteor shower also reaches its peak this week. The Canadian Space Agency says the partial eclipse will be visible across...
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Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO - Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada wi...
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Federal government announces $34M to help communities cope with climate change
OTTAWA - The federal government is spending $34 million on projects to make Canadian communities more resilient to the effects of climate change. The funds come as cities and towns across the country spend another summer battling extreme heat, wildfire...
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In the news today: Smoke aids B.C. fires, CUSMA talks, Meteor shower, Partial eclipse
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping the fire fight Many of the blazes burning across British Columbia have been smoked out for a number of ...
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Why Canada's deeper linkage of foreign aid with trade outcomes is raising concerns
OTTAWA - Some in Canada's aid sector say they're growing more and more concerned by how closely the Carney government is tying foreign aid to its efforts to boost domestic economic growth. Here's a look at why Ottawa wants more domestic spinoffs from a...
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Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping fire fight
PENTICTON - Many of the wildfires burning across British Columbia have been smoked out for a number of days, while it results in poor air quality it is helping in the fire fight. The remarks by Cliff Chapman with the B-C Wildfire Service come as a thic...
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World
Man kills his partner and child at a Minnesota daycare before taking his own life, police say
HOPKINS, Minn. (AP) - A man killed his partner and their child at the Minnesota home daycare they own before taking his life, police said Wednesday. Six other kids who were at the daycare have been reunited with their parents, and none we...
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Defense in Charlie Kirk's killing say shooter hit the 'intended target,' did not endanger others
Lawyers for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk say he shouldn't be eligible for the death penalty because the shooter "hit the intended target" during the assassination last year at a Utah event attended by thousands of peo...
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Man killed his partner and child at a Minnesota daycare before taking his own life, police say
HOPKINS, Minn. (AP) - A man killed his partner and their child at a Minnesota home daycare on Wednesday before taking his own life, police said. Authorities said other children were at the daycare in Hopkins, but none were injured, and al...
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A man killed his partner and their child at a Minnesota home daycare before taking his own life, police say
HOPKINS, Minn. (AP) - A man killed his partner and their child at a Minnesota home daycare before taking his own life, police say. The Associated Press
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High school football player in Arkansas practices with a venomous snake in his helmet
MAUMELLE, Ark. (AP) - A high school football player in Arkansas had every right to be rattled after finding a venomous snake inside his helmet during practice. The Maumelle High student felt unusual movement inside his headgear following ...
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WHO says Congo's Ebola outbreak is on track to surpass the deadliest one in history
The ongoing Ebola outbreak in Congo is on track to surpass the deadliest one in history that killed over 11,000 people, the head of the World Health Organization said Wednesday. "At its current pace, it's on track to eclipse the West Afri...
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