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Philippe Gagnon back practising, Riders getting healthier ahead of Edmonton clash
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have had to be patient, but one of their biggest offseason signings could soon be ready to help the team.Offensive lineman Philippe Gagnon joined the Riders as a free agen...
Sep 25, 2025

High humidity causes harvest delays in Saskatchewan
Wind, rain, and waterfowl were the main causes of crop damage this week in Saskatchewan, while harvest was delayed because of rain and high humidity. According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agricult...
Sep 25, 2025

Canada Post set to reduce frequency of letter mail delivery: minister
OTTAWA - Public Works and Procurement Minister Jol Lightbound said Thursday Canada Post will reduce the frequency of door-to-door letter mail delivery to shore up its finances and save itself from an ...
Sep 25, 2025

Melfort, Carrot River hosting football games under the lights
A couple of local high school football games will be under the lights on Friday. The undefeated Melfort Comets are hosting their annual Under the Lights game at 7 p.m. against the Nipawin LP Miller Be...
Sep 25, 2025

Shoal Lake Cree Nation to break ground on new $5.6-million MiniMall and gas bar
A new $5.6-million MiniMall and gas bar is coming to Shoal Lake Cree Nation.According to a media release on Tuesday, the development is a major step forward in the Nation's long-term economic developm...
Sep 25, 2025

Fall in Love With Waskesiu All Over Again This Fall
Autumn is the perfect time to visit Prince Albert National Park and decompress after the hustle and bustle of summer. Whether you're camping amongst the falling leaves, paddling along the shores, or e...
Sep 25, 2025

Tisdale RECplex refrigeration plant, cooling tower replacement to take place in 2026
A major upgrade is coming to the cooling system at the Tisdale RECplex. The chillers and compressors at the facility are now two decades old, and in a news release the Town stated the industry lifespa...
Sep 25, 2025

Tractor catches fire near Kinistino
The Melfort Fire Department (MFD) was called to a tractor fire south of Kinistino. When crews arrived on Tuesday afternoon, the tractor was already fully engulfed in flames. Fire crews established a p...
Sep 25, 2025
Parliamentary budget watchdog forecasts sharp rise in deficit to $68.5B this year
The parliamentary budget officer said Thursday he expects the coming fall budget will reveal a sharp increase in Ottawa's deficit that puts the government's previous fiscal anchors in jeopardy.Ottawa'...
Sep 25, 2025

Tapestrama Cultural Festival This Weekend
The Prince Albert Multicultural Council would like to invite the community of Prince Albert and area to attend our Tapestrama Cultural Festival.It will be a weekend full of wonderful cultural learning...
Sep 25, 2025