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Wanted teen wore hidden body armour during North Battleford arrest
An 18-year-old was wearing makeshift body armour beneath their clothing when arrested at a North Battleford home, according to the Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS). Officers also seized a rifle cartridge and imitation brass knuckles.The arrest occurred around 10:45 a.m. on Oct. 20. The person was wanted on an outst...
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2025-2026 year summery
Youth account for about 89% of ice use in Cenovus Energy Hub's first year
Lloydminster's Cenovus Energy Hub drew larger hockey crowds during its first year, with youth accounting for about 89 per cent of the facility's ice-use hours, a city review shows.Average attendance at Lloydminster Bobcats games reached approximately 1,244, up nearly 30 per cent from about 960 at the former Centennial ...
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Wanted teen wore hidden body armour during North Battleford arrest
An 18-year-old was wearing makeshift body armour beneath their clothing when arrested at a North Battleford home, according to the Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS). Officers also seized a rifle cartridge and imitation brass knuckles.The arrest occurred around 10:45 a.m. on Oct. 20. The person was wanted on an outst...
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"There's a lot of opportunity for people to get together"
Battlefords Probus Club helps retirees find friendship and community
A social club for retired and semi-retired residents in the Battlefords has grown steadily over the past three years, reaching roughly 85 members.Evelyn Skotniski, president of the Battlefords Probus Club, said the group provides an important place for people who may otherwise feel isolated to connect with others."...
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FATAL CRASH
17-year-old girl killed in pedestrian collision east of Cut Knife
Cut Knife RCMP are investigating a fatal collision that claimed the life of a 17-year-old girl from Sweetgrass First Nation.RCMP received a report of a collision involving a pedestrian on Highway 40, approximately 10 kilometres east of Cut Knife, on Oct. 20, around 8:15 p.m.Two pedestrians were involved in the collisio...
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In the Ring
Demers Boxing showcases local talent at second Meadow Lake card
Demers Boxing hosted its second card at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre on Saturday in front of nearly 300 people. The event featured boxers and clubs from across Saskatchewan and Alberta, along with a main-event fighter from Colorado. "We had a number of local boxers on the card. They all performed really well,"...
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Pickup crashes into building in North Battleford after hitting parked cars
A pickup truck struck two parked vehicles before crashing into a building in North Battleford on Tuesday evening, sending the driver to hospital.Officers were called to the collision on Douglas Avenue at approximately 7 p.m. The driver was taken to hospital by paramedics with injuries described as non-life-threatening....
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"It could have gotten a lot worse"
Workers' quick response helps limit damage in Borden grain dryer fire
Borden and District Fire Department's fire chief said quick action by workers helped prevent a fire at a local grain elevator from becoming much worse."The fire was more or less contained when we got there. We put out the truck and cooled things down, and that was about it," said Fire Chief Ian Wainwright.Wal...
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Saskatchewan
2025-2026 year summery
Youth account for about 89% of ice use in Cenovus Energy Hub's first year
Lloydminster's Cenovus Energy Hub drew larger hockey crowds during its first year, with youth accounting for about 89 per cent of the facility's ice-use hours, a city review shows.Average attendance at Lloydminster Bobcats games reached approximately 1,244, up nearly 30 per cent from about 960 at the former Centennial ...
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wildlife
Wolf euthanized following attack in Northern Sask.
A wolf attack near a northern mine site has had the public on edge in recent days. According to information provided by the Ministry of Community Safety and Cameco, a contractor was attacked by a wolf in a remote area in Northern Saskatchewan along Highway 914 on Oct. 17. The individual sustained non-life threatening...
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SPSA
Saskatchewan saw 358 wildfires during 'relatively moderate' 2026 season
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) said the province saw a "relatively moderate" fire season in 2026.As of Monday, Saskatchewan has seen 358 wildfires this season, the agency said, which is well below last year's total of 520 and the five-year average of 539. More than 3,000 square kilometres of lan...
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Gather and grieve
'Hurting': Vigil in Wainwright, Alta., for soldiers caught in deadly fire
WAINWRIGHT - Almost every church in Wainwright, Alta., has a parishioner who's a soldier at the nearby military base.Ryan Wood, pastor of the town's Church of the Nazarene, said it's important those in the Armed Forces know they're not alone after a fast-moving grass fire during training on Saturday killed four and inj...
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Cold Front
Enjoy the warmth while it lasts: sharp cooldown coming to central Saskatchewan
There's still time to enjoy some mild October weather before a system brings rain, gusty winds, and a sharp drop in temperatures across central Saskatchewan heading into the weekend.Environment and Climate Change Canada meteorologist Janelle Gergely said a ridge of high pressure will help temperatures peak Wednesday an...
Oct 20, 2026
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All the right moves
Warman dancers invited to World Cup
After successful auditions for World Performers Canada, two dancers from Warman have been asked to represent their country and their province at the 2027 Dance World Cup in Lisbon, Portugal.Nadia Buyan, 12, trains at Rise Dance Company in Saskatoon and returns to the international stage following her team's bronze meda...
Oct 20, 2026
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In the Ring
Demers Boxing showcases local talent at second Meadow Lake card
Demers Boxing hosted its second card at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre on Saturday in front of nearly 300 people. The event featured boxers and clubs from across Saskatchewan and Alberta, along with a main-event fighter from Colorado. "We had a number of local boxers on the card. They all performed really well,"...
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Riderville
Riders QB Trevor Harris sits out practice; Jack Coan takes reps
When the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Edmonton Elks play on Saturday, both sides could be resting some key starters.Riders quarterback Trevor Harris did not practice on Tuesday as the team returned to the field after its 16-12 win over the Montreal Alouettes to clinch a spot in the post-season. Quarterback Jack Coan to...
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SIX-GAME LOSING STREAK
North Stars second period woes continue in 6-2 loss to Warman
The Battlefords North Stars dropped their sixth consecutive game with a 6-2 loss to the Warman Wolverines in Warman. "It's frustrating. I'm at a bit of a loss right now," said North Stars assistant coach Owen Lamb after the game. "It feels like we start off with a good start. Things could be going our wa...
Oct 20, 2026
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Losing Skid
North Stars back in Warman looking to avoid sixth straight loss
The Battlefords North Stars look to avoid their sixth consecutive loss tonight when they head to Warman to take on the Wolverines. Tonight's game follows an 8-4 loss in Warman on Saturday, when the North Stars allowed seven goals in the second period. "Just five minutes of breakdown. You look at the game and that'...
Oct 20, 2026
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North Stars lose 8-4
North Stars allow a touchdown in second period, lose fifth straight
The Battlefords North Stars have allowed 15 goals over their last two games and lost their fifth consecutive contest, falling 8-4 to the Warman Wolverines. "A lot of frustration right now," said North Stars assistant coach Owen Lamb after the game. The North Stars had a positive first period when they got the...
Oct 18, 2026
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Ticket Punched
Saskatchewan finds pay dirt late, clinching postseason berth with 16-12 win
The Saskatchewan Roughriders found the end zone on their final offensive drive of the game to punch their ticket to the postseason on Saturday.Saskatchewan drove 74 yards with a clutch third-down catch from KeeSean Johnson, a 22-yard rush from quarterback Trevor Harris and finally a touchdown pass between those two as ...
Oct 17, 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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30 Years of Sharing Success
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 (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: Update on base fire, Carney in Turkey, Emergencies Act ruling
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... Officials to provide update on fatal fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta Officials are set to provide an update today about a devastating fire at a Canadian military...
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B.C. NDP Leader Eby campaigns in Vancouver, while Tories heads to Surrey
VANCOUVER - British Columbia NDP Leader David Eby campaigns in Vancouver and Richmond today after wrapping his swing through the vote-rich city of Surrey with a rally. Hundreds of people attended the gathering near City Hall on Wednesday. Eby made six...
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Officials to provide update on fatal fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
EDMONTON - Officials are set to provide an update today about a devastating fire at a Canadian military base in Alberta that left four soldiers dead and dozens more injured. Maj.-Gen. Wade Rutland of the 1st Canadian Division has said Saturday's blaze ...
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Carney set for meeting with Turkish president Erdogan in Ankara
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Ankara today to kick off a three-day visit aimed at strengthening Canada's ties with Turkey. Carney is set to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the presidential palace later today to star...
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Why has B.C.'s snap election caught both main parties unprepared?
When a snap election is called, at least one side would normally be prepared. But that hasn't been the case in British Columbia, resulting in a provincial election campaign like no other, political watchers say. The campaign has seen interim B.C. Conse...
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Lower courts' reasoning 'neuters' Emergencies Act, government tells Supreme Court
OTTAWA - The federal government says the courts engaged in "second-guessing with the benefit of 20/20 hindsight" when they ruled it lacked legal justification to use the Emergencies Act four years ago to quell protests. Lawyers for the government make ...
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World
Many states deciding control of the Senate are seeing a big boost in early voting, AP analysis shows
WASHINGTON (AP) - Voter turnout is soaring compared with the last midterm election in many of the states that are expected to decide control of the U.S. Senate, according to an Associated Press analysis of early voting two weeks before Election Day. ...
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Tropical Storm Vance has formed in the Pacific Ocean
MIAMI (AP) - Tropical Storm Vance formed Wednesday in the Pacific Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said. The center of the cyclone was at sea and posed no threat to land. Vance was located about 520 miles (835 kilometers) south of Aca...
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to lift halt on Big Bend border wall
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Wednesday to let it resume building a border wall project through the Big Bend region of Texas. The government filed an emergency appeal asking the justices to lift a ...
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Pope Leo's doctors say tests show he needs no further treatment for lung cancer
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Pope Leo XIV got good news from his doctors: The pontiff will need no further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday. Leo, 71, ha...
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Angels fire manager Kurt Suzuki after losing 100 games in his only season
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - The Los Angeles Angels have fired manager Kurt Suzuki after he lost 100 games in his only season in charge of the long-struggling club. Baseball operations consultant John Mozeliak announced Wednesday that the Angel...
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New Mexico attorney general accuses Epstein attorney, accountant of abuse cover-up at ranch
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico's attorney general filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Jeffrey Epstein's attorney and accountant, accusing them of concealing his sex trafficking operation at a sprawling Santa Fe-area ranch where the disgraced financi...
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