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Cutting energy to U.S. in response to Trump tariffs is 'absurd,' says Bloc leader
OTTAWA - The leader of the Bloc Qubcois says Canada is playing with fire by suggesting it could cut oil or electricity exports to the United States if President Donald Trump makes good on his promise ...
Jan 21, 2025

Oath Keepers' Rhodes and Proud Boys' Tarrio released from prison after Trump Jan. 6 clemency
WASHINGTON (AP) - Former Proud Boys extremist group leader Enrique Tarrio and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes have been released from prison after their lengthy sentences for seditious conspiracy ...
Jan 21, 2025

Two-vehicle crash in Nipawin leads to minor injuries
Serious injuries were avoided after a two-vehicle collision just south of the bridge in Nipawin. The Nipawin Fire Department (NFD) was called to the crash Monday morning. The NFD said fortunately, the...
Jan 21, 2025

HNIC broadcaster Scott Oake tells story of addiction, loss and hope in new book
Scott Oake tells stories for a living. From the Olympic Games to the Stanley Cup finals, the veteran sports broadcaster has witnessed crowning achievements and crushing disappointments. Emotion-packed...
Jan 21, 2025

RCMP says three alleged human smugglers charged with conspiracy in Quebec
MONTREAL - Quebec RCMP say three men have been charged for allegedly planning to help smuggle people into the United States. Edward Alejandro Rojas Sanchez, 24, Julian Camilo Rojas Murcia, 27, and Fer...
Jan 21, 2025

Beatty Pancake Breakfast
Look forward to the next Beatty Pancake Breakfast.See the poster for details.
Jan 21, 2025

Inflation ticks lower to 1.8% in December, thanks in part to GST tax break
OTTAWA - Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 1.8 per cent in December, thanks in large part to the federal government's temporary tax break. Statistics Canada's consumer price index report on Tuesd...
Jan 21, 2025

Two Much at ANAVETS on Friday
The local band, Two Much is at the ANAVETS on Friday.See the poster for details.
Jan 21, 2025

Robinson wins World Cup giant slalom after Brignone and Hector fail to finish
SAN VIGILIO DI MAREBBE, Italy (AP) - Alice Robinson's electric second won her the World Cup giant slalom after two of the biggest stars failed to finish the second run on Tuesday. With overall leader ...
Jan 21, 2025

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz and gets closer to a 25th Grand Slam title
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Novak Djokovic refused to let anything stop his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy in the Australian Open quarterfinals. Not a problem with his left leg. Not an ear...
Jan 21, 2025