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From hello to goodbye, new free lesson introduces Sask. students to Nakoda
Saskatchewan's Nakoda curriculum already exists. What is often missing, teacher and filmmaker Wahbi Zarry says, is someone in the school who can speak the language.Beginning Monday, a free online lesson will try to bridge that gap by bringing a Nakoda teacher from Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation onto classroom screens.T...
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ON THE BLUE LINE
A look at the Battlefords North Stars defense heading into the 2026-27 season
With the season approaching, it is time for Battlefords North Stars fans to get to know the team's new defence corps. There is a greater mix of returning and new players on defence than among the forwards.A new No. 1 Like the forward group, the North Stars' biggest loss on the blue line is a graduate, Gavin Granger. Th...
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Ába wašté!
From hello to goodbye, new free lesson introduces Sask. students to Nakoda
10h ago
ON THE BLUE LINE
A look at the Battlefords North Stars defense heading into the 2026-27 season
10h ago
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ON THE BLUE LINE
A look at the Battlefords North Stars defense heading into the 2026-27 season
With the season approaching, it is time for Battlefords North Stars fans to get to know the team's new defence corps. There is a greater mix of returning and new players on defence than among the forwards.A new No. 1 Like the forward group, the North Stars' biggest loss on the blue line is a graduate, Gavin Granger. Th...
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Prince Albert Police Commission
Sask. Marshals have arrested over 100 fugitives in P.A. this year
The Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) is continuing to execute warrants and put away fugitives in the Prince Albert area. That's according to members of the SMS who shared some updated stats in front of the Prince Albert Police Commission at their monthly board meeting at City Hall on Tuesday. Noting one person ma...
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public safety
North Battleford break-ins more than double, driven by small number of people: RCMP
A small number of people are driving a sharp increase in break-ins across North Battleford, RCMP said, with several properties sometimes targeted in a single night.Police recorded 119 break-and-enters between April and June, more than double the 57 reported during the same period last year.Residential break-ins rose fr...
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Battlefords Sharks reflect on silver medal at the Calgary Firestarter Tournament
The Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks are back from the Calgary Firestarter tournament with a silver medal. After finishing the round-robin stage undefeated, the Sharks took down the Weyburn Gold Wings to punch their ticket to the final in dramatic fashion. "Weyburn scored late, with about 30 seconds left, to tie i...
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municipal matters
New flashing lights could be coming to three North Battleford crosswalks
North Battleford council has approved an application for provincial funding to add flashing lights at three pedestrian crossings - but only after questioning whether the city had chosen the locations where they would do the most good.The application seeks funding for six solar-powered signs, with two placed at each cro...
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NORTH STARS UP FRONT
A look at the Battlefords North Stars forwards heading into the season
With the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season set to return, North Stars fans are looking forward to getting to know the 2026-27 team. As the week progresses, Ryan Lambert, the Voice of the North Stars, will preview each positional group with head coach and general manager Connor Logan, starting with the forwards. ...
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This one's for Brookie': Shellbrook teen remembered after fatal crash.
The regular season hadn't even started, but Brooklyn Anderson was already planning which of her brother's hockey games she could attend this fall. Her mother Brandee Anderson said she had become 'such a big fan.' She even went to watch tryouts and decided with her mom who the team should pick and who they should cut. &...
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This one's for Brookie': Shellbrook teen remembered after fatal crash.
The regular season hadn't even started, but Brooklyn Anderson was already planning which of her brother's hockey games she could attend this fall. Her mother Brandee Anderson said she had become 'such a big fan.' She even went to watch tryouts and decided with her mom who the team should pick and who they should cut. &...
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overtime rules and coach's challenges
WHL announces rule changes ahead of Friday season opener
Ahead of the season opening on Friday, the WHL announced on Wednesday that the league has made some changes to the rule book for the upcoming season. There are three major changes to the rules:Coaches can now challenge for possible offside goals Referees can review Major and Match penalty calls to confirm, reduce, or ...
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Ába wašté!
From hello to goodbye, new free lesson introduces Sask. students to Nakoda
Saskatchewan's Nakoda curriculum already exists. What is often missing, teacher and filmmaker Wahbi Zarry says, is someone in the school who can speak the language.Beginning Monday, a free online lesson will try to bridge that gap by bringing a Nakoda teacher from Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation onto classroom screens.T...
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Funding initatives
Year two for School Playground Equipment Grant officially underway
Applications for the 2026-27 School Playground Equipment Grant are officially open once again. A contingent of officials led by Prince Albert MLAs Kevin Kasun and Alana Ross made the announcement at École St. Anne School in Prince Albert on Wednesday morning in front of the new play structure the school built in...
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Construction 30 project
LCHS students build a piece of Lloydminster history
Students at Lloydminster Comprehensive High School took their construction skills beyond the classroom to help bring a piece of Lloydminster history back to life.Last year's Construction 30 class was tasked with building a replica of the old Esso gas station for Weaver Heritage Park. The finished structure was added to...
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ON THE BLUE LINE
A look at the Battlefords North Stars defense heading into the 2026-27 season
With the season approaching, it is time for Battlefords North Stars fans to get to know the team's new defence corps. There is a greater mix of returning and new players on defence than among the forwards.A new No. 1 Like the forward group, the North Stars' biggest loss on the blue line is a graduate, Gavin Granger. Th...
10h ago
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CALGARY FIRESTARTER
Battlefords Sharks reflect on silver medal at the Calgary Firestarter Tournament
The Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks are back from the Calgary Firestarter tournament with a silver medal. After finishing the round-robin stage undefeated, the Sharks took down the Weyburn Gold Wings to punch their ticket to the final in dramatic fashion. "Weyburn scored late, with about 30 seconds left, to tie i...
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A look at the Battlefords North Stars forwards heading into the season
With the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season set to return, North Stars fans are looking forward to getting to know the 2026-27 team. As the week progresses, Ryan Lambert, the Voice of the North Stars, will preview each positional group with head coach and general manager Connor Logan, starting with the forwards. ...
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Banjo Blues
Offence dries up for Riders in low-scoring Banjo Bowl loss to Blue Bombers
Offensive production was a struggle all afternoon long for the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday, as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers came out victorious in the 22nd edition of the Banjo Bowl.The Roughriders failed to find the end zone against the Blue Bombers, with Winnipeg holding Trevor Harris and company in check to ea...
Sep 12, 2026
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'Great test for us': Riders head to Winnipeg for Banjo Bowl clash
After claiming victory in the Labour Day Classic, the Saskatchewan Roughriders head into hostile territory today.It's the annual Labour Day rematch as the Riders take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Princess Auto Stadium. Saskatchewan is coming off of a 32-26 overtime victory at Mosaic Stadium in the Labour Day Classic...
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UNDEFEATED SO FAR
Battlefords Sharks 2-0 through two games at the Calgary Firestarter
The Battlefords Sharks have cruised through their first two games at the Calgary Firestarter tournament. On Thursday, they defeated the Rocky Mountain Raiders 6-1, led by Brooke Weber's four-goal performance. They followed that with a 4-1 victory over the Southern Alberta Hockey Academy (SAHA), when Julia Poole scored ...
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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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SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
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Canada
Five things that happened during the first two debates of Quebec election campaign
MONTREAL - After getting some moderate attention and a few feisty exchanges during the first debate of the Quebec election campaign, the prospects of another referendum on sovereignty became a hot topic in round two, one night later. The two debates th...
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Carney to address European Parliament today after 'associate member' proposal
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As the debate over AI's safety rages on around the world, where does Canada stand?
OTTAWA - Warnings about the risks AI poses to humans have triggered a heated global debate over the past week. The heads of some of the biggest AI companies in the world are calling for action - something U.S. President Donald Trump opposes vehemently....
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Sentencing hearing today for billionaire businessman Frank Stronach
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Amazon bumps hourly wages by $1 for operations workers in Canada
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Texas puts to death a man in killing of 3 during home robbery, the state's fifth execution this year
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House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump
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House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein investigation
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US businessman Adam Castillo deported from Myanmar after months in jail, state media says
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Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people with many more missing
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A Hague court convicts Kosovo's former President Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years
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