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First Sask. name added to national child sex offender database is former Prince Albert man
The first Saskatchewan resident to be added to the federal RCMP's High Risk Child Sex Offender database is a former resident of Prince Albert. Jarrod (also spelled Jared) John Charles was released in ...
Feb 20, 2026 Jarrod Charles spent eight years in jail after kidnapping and assaulting a girl in Prince Albert. He was released last year after serving his full sentence. (Image Credit: Submitted/RCMP)
Here’s a list of the U.S. tariffs still hammering Canadian industries
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Donald Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to hit the world with tariffs.While the decision ends the fent...
Feb 20, 2026 (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS)
MacKinnon lifts Canada into gold-medal game; Maltais wins third medal in Milan
Canada's men's hockey team advanced to Sunday's gold-medal game with a 3-2 win over Finland, while long-track speedskater Valrie Maltais captured her third medal of the Milan Cortina Olympics.Team Can...
Feb 20, 2026 Canada forward Macklin Celebrini (17) tries to take the puck from Finland defenceman Niko Mikkola (77) during first period Men's Olympic semi final ice hockey action at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette)
North Stars aim for fourth straight win against the Warman Wolverines
The Battlefords North Stars are set to host the Warman Wolverines tonight in their first home game since Feb. 7. That was the last time the North Stars and Wolverines faced off when Battlefords won 7-...
Feb 20, 2026 The Battlefords North Stars look for their fourth straight victory when they host the Warman Wolverines in a Nutrien Division clash. (Image Credit: Byron Hildebrand Photography/Facebook)
Three more metal detectors installed in Sask. health-care facilities
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) says the addition of metal detectors in hospitals and health-care facilities around the province is making a much safer difference. In a release issued Friday, ...
Feb 20, 2026 (Image Credit: File photo/paNOW)
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump’s global tariffs
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda.The 6-3 decision ce...
Feb 20, 2026 President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, in Washington. (Image Credit: AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Why is Saskatchewan spending $650M more? Gov’t offers explanation
This week, the provincial government put out special warrants for $650 million in extra spending in the 2025-26 fiscal year, but the Orders in Council didn't explain why. The government is now offerin...
Feb 20, 2026 In the last week, the provincial government has put out $650 million of special warrants for spending that wasn’t covered off in the 2025-26 budget. (Image Credit: File photo/CJME)
Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks reflect on clinching first place
After a weekend sweep over Swift Current, the Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks have clinched the first-place spot in the Saskatchewan Female U18 AAA Hockey League, as well as a first-round bye in the ...
Feb 20, 2026 The Battlefords WPD Ambulance Sharks will have a bye in the first round of the playoffs for the second consecutive year. (Image Credit: Byron Hildebrand Photography/Facebook)
Nuclear Safety Commission greenlights Wheeler River uranium mine
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has given the green light to a planned uranium mine in northern Saskatchewan, the last regulatory hurdle needed before the mine could start construction. Accordi...
Feb 20, 2026 Denison's Wheeler River uranium mine will begin construction soon after being approved by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. (Image Credit: Denison Mines website)
Meota Combines prepare for second round of playoffs vs Langham Vikings
The Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League playoffs are well underway, and the semi-finals are coming up. After sweeping the Glaslyn North Stars in the first round, the Meota Combines are set to face off ...
Feb 19, 2026 The Meota Combines will kick off the second round of the playoffs on Feb. 21 when they host the Langham Vikings. (Image Credit: Byron Hildebrand Photography/Facebook)