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Foul play not suspected in disappearance of Prince Albert man: police

The Prince Albert Police Service has issued an update in the search for Donald Light, advising the public the search for the 31-year-old continues but adding they do not suspect foul play.Donald Arthu...

Nov 27, 2019 Donald Light. (Prince Albert Police Service)

Melfort's Riley honoured with USports First Team All-Canadian spot

The University of Sasaktchewan Huskies had five players honoured as USports All-Canadians for the 2019 season, including a Melfort native.Mattland Riley is an offensive lineman for the Huskies and jus...

Nov 26, 2019 Riley (#55) in action this season with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. (Facebook/Darren Steinke)

Long-time CTV camera operator retires

After more than 44 years, long-time CTV cameraman Gord Barnett has unloaded his video gear for the last time.Barnett is now preparing for his next assignment - retirement."I'm going to miss the people...

Nov 26, 2019 After a career spanning nearly 45 years, longtime CTV cameraman Gord Barnett has retired. (Teena Monteleone/paNOW)

Over 20 years of helping people in need in town of Aberdeen continues

Aberdeen Christmas Miracles is once again providing hampers for seniors and those in need around the community.The program has been happening for over 20 years according to number one elf, Marcea Mali...

Nov 25, 2019 Saskatoon Coop provides support for Aberdeen Christmas Miracles through volunteer incentive program. (Facebook/Aberdeen Christmas Miracles needs help)

Regina’s Neufeld savouring Grey Cup berth with Bombers

About a year ago at this time, Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive lineman Patrick Neufeld wanted nothing to do with the Grey Cup game in Edmonton.His Bombers had just lost to the Calgary Stampeders in th...

Nov 24, 2019 Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive lineman Patrick Neufeld celebrates a play during CFL action. (CFL.ca website)

Parents of young kids urged to be conscious about digital toys

The holiday season is not too far off and many will soon be hitting the stores for gifts.For those looking to get something for young children, some groups are advising people to keep certain things i...

Nov 22, 2019 Parents are encouraged to think about the gifts they give to young children this holiday season. (file photo/paNOW Staff)

Former Humboldt Bronco takes first steps after surgery

Ryan Straschnitzki, who was paralyzed from the chest down in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash in April of 2018, was seen in a video taking a few assisted steps Wednesday.Straschnitzki travelled to Thail...

Nov 21, 2019 Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor Ryan Straschnitzki moves his legs following spinal surgery in Thailand. (Twitter)

Old church may be blessed with special designation

An old church southeast of Prince Albert is approaching its 90th birthday, and the people who live in the area are fighting to make sure it stands another 90 years.The Steep Creek Church Committee has...

Nov 20, 2019 Steep Creek Church. (Nigel Maxwell/paNOW Staff)

Well being of Birch Hills woman unconfirmed: RCMP

A missing person cannot be declared officially found until they are physically seen in person, according to a spokesperson for the Saskatchewan RCMP.Cpl. Rob King responded to the recent confusion sur...

Nov 20, 2019 Rihannon Suteay was reported missing by her family on Nov. 12. (Submitted photo/ RCMP)

Saskatchewan's oldest person and Melfort resident turns 112

The oldest person in Saskatchewan is now 112.Reita Fennell of Melfort is celebrating yet another birthday today.She is the second oldest person in Canada.Fennell said in her 112 years she has continue...

Nov 20, 2019 Melfort's Reita Fennell turns 112 on Nov. 20. (Angie Rolheiser/northeastNOW Staff)