Little Red River Park’s toboggan hill will eventually be able to make its own snow after Prince Albert city council approved the next phase of improvements to the popular winter recreation site Monday. Council approved a $100,000 Phase Two project funded by the Malcolm Jenkins Family Foundation in partnership with the Rotary Club of Prince […] The post Little Red to make its own snow under…
With cabinet ministers standing behind him at the E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts in Prince Albert Wednesday, Premier Scott Moe said Saskatchewan will keep American alcohol on store shelves but impose a 50 per cent charge beginning Sept. 8. Moe initially described the measure as a reciprocal tariff, saying it would mirror the 50 […] The post Moe keeps U.S. liquor on shelves, announces 50 per…
The Saskatchewan RCMP have arrested two outstanding suspects on Aug. 25, allegedly involved in a shooting incident in Pelican Narrows. Authorities said the Saskatchewan RCMP’s Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST) deployed a remotely piloted aircraft system and an RCMP plane in order to conduct aerial searches to find the two outstanding wanted men. Police […] The post Aerial search…
News of Dolly Parton’s passing has circulated around the world, but in Prince Albert, her legacy continues to arrive in every book at the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. “It pulled on the heartstrings of a lot of people for sure,” said Kara Thorpe, member of the library’s volunteer committee, in regards to the beloved songstress’s […] The post Dolly Parton’s legacy lives through the Imagination…
The Prince Albert Police Service Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan (PACTSS) carried out a traffic stop Tuesday afternoon where they seized firearms and implemented multiple firearm-related charges. Police said an officer conducted a traffic stop on Aug. 25 at approximately 1:19 p.m in the 3000 block of 2nd Avenue West. Police said there were five occupants […] The post Five individuals…
After the sudden passing of Nicole Cragg, a mother of four, communities in and around Carrot River have gathered to show their support towards her husband, Brandon Christianson and their family, donating over $21,000 to their GoFundMe. “It was more for my niece and nephews to ensure that they were taking care of the best […] The post ‘She was a ray of sunshine’: Carrot River communities raise over…
Prince Albert city council has approved $430,116.20 in additional work under the City’s existing 2026 water-main relining contract. The work will add about 456 metres of 150-millimetre cast-iron main on 10th Street West, 11th Street West and First Avenue West. The mains on 10th Street and First Avenue West were installed in 1908, while the […] The post Council approves $430,000 expansion of…
John MacNeil DAILY HERALD Before pausing to enable their players to attend junior camps, the U18 AAA Prince Albert Mintos went to work last weekend for their fall training camp at the Art Hauser Centre. “It was a really great camp,” reported Chris Bourdon, the Mintos’ new general manager. “All the players showed well. “We’re […] The post Mintos remind players ‘this is hockey season now’ first…
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) leadership said a new independent agreement signed on Aug. 22 will allow the First Nation to take greater control off the future of its workforce. PBCN leaders signed the agreement with Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty and Secretary of State for Rural Development Buckley Belanger. The signing makes PBCN Saskatchewan’s […] The post PBCN signs…
The 150 Year Commemoration of the signing of Treaty Six took place over the course of four days at Fort Carlton Provincial Historical Park. Many First Nations dignitaries and Government delegates made appearances throughout the event. The original Treaty Six Manuscript made its way back to the territory for the first time in almost 150 […] The post Fort Carlton and BOCN partner together to…
Darrell Davis Regina Leader-Post It’s halftime, the midway mark of the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ regular season. Time for a midterm report card. With their 6-3 record as they prepare to visit the surging B.C. Lions on Sunday, the Roughriders have a winning percentage of .667, sit second in the West and look capable of winning a second straight Grey […] The post Davis: Grading the Roughriders at…
The Prince Albert Catholic School Division will be receiving slightly more money in their Preventative Maintenance and Renewal (PMR) and continued funding for their Child Nutrition Program. Director of education Lorel Trumier said there were several positive funding items reported during the board of education’s first regular meeting on Monday. The division received Child Nutrition […] The post…
A tradition dating back over a decade is returning to Carlton Comprehensive High School on Aug. 25 and Aug. 26. The Crusader Sport Camp is a chance for future students to experience Carlton and the school’s athletic opportunities. The camp is available for students entering Grades 6 through 9 next school year. “We’re offering flag […] The post Crusader Sports Camp returning to Carlton first…
Muskeg Lake Cree Nation hosted and sponsored a Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Awareness Red Dress Special on Wednesday during Mistawasis Nehiyawak traditional powwow on August 18-20. “There’s so many of them, I think of them, ‘Where are they?,” said Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Councillor Carol Lafond when talking about missing and murdered indigenous women […] The post Muskeg Lake Red Dress…
Onion Lake Healing and Wellness hosted their first ever Overdose Awareness Walk at 10 a.m. on August 19 in response to the ongoing opioid poisoning crisis in Onion Lake, Lloydminster and neighbouring communities in the immediate area. Grant Whitstone is the Cultural Manager for Onion Lake Healing and Wellness, which provides a variety of services […] The post Onion Lake hosts first Overdose…
The Provincial Court of Saskatchewan announced that they have received a gift of fourteen eagle feathers to be placed in each of the Court’s thirteen locations, for anyone who is swearing or affirming to tell the truth while testifying.The feather may be held by the person testifying or placed in front of them during the […] The post Eagle feathers gifted to Provincial Court first appeared on…
The Saskatchewan government has halted planning for a specialized response unit within the Saskatchewan Marshals Service after Community Safety Minister Michael Weger said Friday he was not aware the work had reached the planning and procurement stage. Speaking at an 11 a.m. press conference at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina, Weger said he met […] The post Weger pauses Marshal…
Prince Albert’s aging water system will be back before city council Monday after a summer marked by complaints about discoloured water and, more recently, an earthy or musty smell and taste from some taps. Council will consider spending another $430,116.20 to reline approximately 456 metres of downtown water mains on 10th Street West, 11th Street […] The post Old water mains return to council amid…
John MacNeil Daily Herald With a new coaching staff and general manager in place, the Prince Albert Mintos hope their fresh start doesn’t end there. As they stage their fall camp this weekend at the Art Hauser Centre, the Mintos are shooting for a return to respectability in the Saskatchewan Male AAA Hockey League. Last […] The post Mintos skate into fresh slate for tryout camp this weekend first…
Returning for its 22nd year to Waskesiu is the beloved Reel Rave International Film Festival, run by Twin Pine Cinema on Sept. 11 to Sept. 13. The annual independent film event is set to feature another round of acclaimed international and Canadian features, documentaries, and comedies as well as intimate screenings and a question-and-answer panel […] The post Film in the forest: Twin Pine Cinema…
Cradled Wellness, a holistic health, counselling, and wellness space, held a ‘Community Wellness Day’ Friday with the goal to bridge gaps in community support. From 10 a.m to 4 p.m, Kandace Korycki, owner of Cradled Wellness and mental health therapist, and her team of nurse practitioners and counselors set up walk-in booths for those seeking […] The post Multidisciplinary health centre hosts…
Mistawasis Nehiyawak First Nation held their traditional powwow from August 18-20 to reconnect the community to culture, and to honour loved ones. Misatwasis powwow held many specials, alongside their traditional non-competitive category dancing, as well as fireworks on Wednesday August 19. “A lot of laughter, a lot of people socializing, reconnecting back to the community, […] The post Mistawasis…
Sturgeon Lake First Nation hosted the World Intertribal Summit during their annual powwow that gathered international indigenous groups, practices, and cultures. The event was organized by the community and leadership of Sturgeon Lake First Nation, local indigenous elders, Kelly and Reanna Daniels, who both work with the First Nations University of Canada, and Erika Dyck, […] The post Sturgeon…
A quiet crowd gathered on a solemn Wednesday evening in Prince Albert as family, friends, and community members came together to honour Peyton Flett, whose death has left many in the city grieving and searching for answers. The vigil, held at the Sisters in Spirit Memorial along the riverbank offered a space for reflection, remembrance, […] The post ‘Forever 14’: Community gathers for a…
A 63-year-old man from Prince Albert has died after a collision on the Petrofka Bridge south of Blaine Lake. Investigators say the man was driving a mini-van when he collided with a roadside safety barrier and then a parked heavy equipment vehicle. Emergency Crews were called to the scene at around 3 a.m. on Wednesday. […] The post Prince Albert man killed in single-vehicle collision on the…
A 22.6-hectare fuel management project planned around the Murray Point subdivision is aimed at slowing the spread and intensity of wildfire while giving crews safer conditions to protect nearby homes. The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency expects work to begin as early as October, depending on weather. Wildfire mitigation specialist Kendell Herzog said Murray Point was […] The post Murray Point…
The Prince Albert Historical Museum offers downtown walking tours every Thursday and Sunday, starting at 2 p.m. The hour-long tours highlight the architecture and historical significance of buildings and areas around the city. Dale San Juan, an interpreter, researcher, and tour guide at the museum said the tour starts by exploring and learning about the […] The post Travel through time with the…
John MacNeil Daily Herald When they had the opportunity to pick up players for the Western Canadian 18U AA baseball championship, the host Prince Albert Royals knew exactly which fellow Saskatchewan team would help them shore up their lineup. The Royals tapped the Sask Five Giants program and added four players from the Martensville-Warman area. […] The post Four pickups from Sask Five blend with…
The Melfort Multi-K is getting ready to celebrate their 15th Anniversary on Saturday Sept. 19. The race has become a September tradition in Melfort and brings in people from around the province. Race Director Allison Rogers said reaching the 15th year was an amazing feat. “A lot of times it’s hard to keep community things […] The post Melfort Multi-K celebrating 15 years September 19 first…
Premier Scott Moe says Canada is closer to a trade agreement with the United States, but the experience of northern Saskatchewan shows how even a relatively small tariff exposure can have a much larger impact on individual industries and workers. Moe spoke to reporters at the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre in Prince Albert on […] The post Moe says trade deal taking shape as northern…
Prince Albert residents continue to report unusual smells, tastes and changes in their tap water, while the City says testing to date shows the drinking water remains safe. The City issued an update Wednesday after receiving reports since the weekend of Aug. 16 of a slight earthy or musty odour, particularly when running cold water. […] The post City says water safe as residents report earthy…
After a summer that brought both flooded fields and dry stretches, some Saskatchewan producers are entering harvest with one eye on the crop and the other on the forecast. Ryan Scragg, a farmer about 20 minutes east of Prince Albert, said crops in his area are looking “relatively good,” but earlier wet weather still left […] The post Saskatchewan farmers watch weather as harvest nears first…
John MacNeil Daily Herald An 0-4 record for the Prince Albert Royals in no way reflects the development the hosts gained during the Western Canadian 15U AA championship last weekend at Kinsmen Baseball Complex. As they did all season, the youthful Royals made progress that will show in spades next year and beyond. “We were […] The post 15U AA Royals take valuable lessons from Western tourney first…
John MacNeil Daily Herald A hero’s welcome greeted two Prince Albert residents as they returned home Sunday from medal performances in the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games at Medicine Hat, Alta. With sirens blaring, horns honking and resounding cheers from a good-sized gathering in the Art Hauser Centre parking lot, Tanner Svenson and Thomas Beam […] The post ‘I’m becoming a big star in P.A.’:…
A summer series of free community barbecues will make its final stop Wednesday, with organizers hoping the gatherings can help build stronger neighbourhoods and safer spaces for children. The West Flat Citizens Group will host a free hot dog barbecue from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crescent Acres, 1691 Olive Diefenbaker Drive. Hot dogs, […] The post Free barbecue closes out summer community series first…
Future students and possible future students who are interested in musical theatre will get an opportunity to learn about it later this month. Carlton Performing Arts will be presenting a new expanded version of their Musical Theatre Camp on Aug. 25-26 at Carlton Comprehensive High School. Kayleigh Skomorowski of the Carlton Performing Arts department said […] The post Carlton Musical Theatre Camp…
The Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds welcomed Outlaws of Motorsports Monsters and Mayhem this weekend as Monster Trucks returned to Prince Albert for the first time in 30 years. Outlaws of Motorsports Event and Marketing Coordinator Neil Schneider said they were happy to be back in Prince Albert. “I think the last time we were here […] The post Monsters and Mayhem bring monster trucks back to…