The New Democratic Party (NDP) has a new face representing the Prince Albert riding in the upcoming federal election. The NDP has named Virginia Kutzan as the candidate for Prince Albert, her first time running in any sort of political election and explained why she chose to put her name on the ballot. "I've reall...

Well known for making moves on the race track, Prince Albert's Shantel Kalika was showing off a different set of moves Saturday night and winning over the judges.The CEO of Cornerstone Insurance and her partner Kim Schick were among the teams competing during the annual Swinging with the Stars event at the Exhibition C...

As an important deadline approaches, concerned members of a forest protection group in the Prince Albert area are calling on the provincial government to extend a moratorium for a clearcutting event in the Island Forest.Over 60 people showed up at meeting last week at Crutwell Community Hall, representing Sturgeon Lake...

Ahtahkakoop RCMP are asking the public for assistance in locating a missing 27-year-old man. Peyton Benjamin was reported missing on March 24, but was last seen on February 19. He is described as 5'9" with a slim build, along with short black hair and brown eyes. Peyton is known to travel to the Prince Albert area...

The carbon tax, tariffs, and finding people to fill job vacancies were among the key talking points on Friday, when Saskatchewan's Finance Minister met with Prince Albert's business community.Jim Reiter was the special guest during the Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Days Inn.While origin...

Bad weather has led Canada Post to issue red alerts for three communities in Saskatchewan, including Prince Albert. A red service alert means that delivery has been suspended for the day. No mail collection will happen either. The alert was issued Friday morning and includes Lloydminster and Weyburn. A yellow alert, me...

The six-person jury tasked with determining the circumstances and manner of the death of Brendan Vermette, who was a prisoner in the Saskatchewan Penitentiary at the time, has made multiple recommendations. Vermette's death was determined to be an accidental overdose death caused by his consumption of fentanyl. Because...

Sarah Tweidt has been putting out content about Prince Albert and the surrounding area on her social media since the pandemic."I just really fell in love with our province, and we have so many hidden gems that I really wanted to promote them."Now, she's doing that in an official capacity as she's in the midst...

Referring to a robotic arm named "Fred", Vraj Patel says he hopes his work may inspire the health industry to make affordable products for the people who need it most.The blue device that was hooked up to a computer was one of over a dozen projects on display Thursday at the Prince Albert and Northeast Region...

A recent report showed some gaps that need filling in Prince Albert's housing market and one city department is getting ready to make some changes. The Community Development Department (formerly Planning and Development) is looking at ways to incentivize developers to create more housing. "I wasn't necessarily sur...

A potato skin poutine has won over Prince Albert.Venice House, the mastermind behind the culinary masterpiece, has emerged the undisputed champion from Poutine Week, winning both the Poutine Choice award and the Gravy Bowl championship trophy.Restaurant Manager Katie Yannacoulias said staff had lots of fun challenging ...

The death of a woman who was found downtown Thursday morning is not considered suspicious at the moment, said Prince Albert Police. Officers on routine patrol found the 39-year-old woman unconscious and not breathing in the downtown area at about 6:30a.m.Access to 13th Street West was blocked while the investigation co...

Editors Note: This article was submitted by a high school intern who is doing a job shadow at paNOW.In Prince Albert, high school students are finding it easy to access drugs, with many saying they're able to get substances like weed, alcohol, and even more dangerous options. From messages on apps to casual interaction...

After a traffic stop on Sunday morning, the Prince Albert Police Service arrested and charged a man with possession for the purpose of trafficking.The stop happened around 11:00 a.m. on March 23 near the Gateway Mall. Five adults were in the vehicle.As a result, an 18-year-old from Regina was charged with possession fo...

A man on trial for the robbery and shooting of a teenage volleyball player, was expected on Thursday to change his plea to guilty. However, when asked if he understood the single sole charge he was being convicted of (robbery with a firearm), Skylar Halkett denied any involvement."I wasn't there," he told Jus...

The City of Prince Albert has received some extra financial help in its efforts to help move people out of encampments and into better shelters. At a special council meeting on Monday, councillors voted in favour of signing a deal with the Riverbank Development Corporation for a one-year term as part of its Encampment ...

The owner of Hesje Cabinets and Design in Prince Albert is confirming ongoing struggles related to trespassing and vandalism in their compound.In the ealy morning hours of March 21, a fire caused extensive damage to the shop building.While experiencing heavy smoke and flames, firefighters were successful in confining a...

One last gasp of winter is heading our way. The province will see an Alberta Clipper coming through on Thursday, bringing with it significant precipitation and strong wind. Danielle Desjardins of Environment and Climate Change Canada said the system is expected to arrive overnight into Thursday morning in west-central ...

Ronald Bear has been re-elected to a second term as Chief at Muskoday First Nation.As per Tuesday's election results, he had just eight more votes than runner-up Jennifer Heimbecker (167-159).Elected to council were Elwin Bear, Beryl Bear, Heather Constant, Kelly Bear and Jennifer Heimbecker.A band member can run for b...

Following a four-year absence, Rise Air has confirmed the return of Sunday flights between Prince Albert and the northern communities of Fond du Lac, Stony Rapids/Black Lake and Wollaston Lake/Hatchet Lake.Flights will begin on May 5, 2025."I know first-hand from listening to our passengers that they will be relie...

A seven-year-old Alaskan Malamute is expected to recover after getting shot in the shoulder.The incident happened Tuesday afternoon in the city's East Hill area while the dog was in a yard with a six-foot high fence surrounding it.The owner, who was visibly shaken by what had transpired, told paNOW their dog is very mi...

A woman who was selling meth in Prince Albert, as a means to pay for her own addiction, has received a two year jail sentence. However with credit for pre-sentence custody, 38-year-old Chelsea Kakakaway has 233 days left to serve.The sentencing hearing was held Tuesday morning at Prince Albert Provincial Court and the ...

A window in a home sustained the only damage from a drive by shooting in Prince Albert's East Flat area yesterday. Police were called to the 800 block of 15th Avenue East at 7 a.m. on March 24 after the window was shot. Officers found damage to the back window of the residence that looked like a bullet hole and shortly...

After the existing operators of the Knotty Pine Bistro at Little Red River Park opted to not renew their lease, Prince Albert city council awarded the contract to new operators. The new contractors, Deepak Deepak and Akshay Arora, were given the nod to operate the food services at Cosmopolitan Lodge and the Knotty Pine...

A phased reopening will soon begin at the anticipated Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre, with ice times already available for March 31. The facility is now 99 per cent complete and contractors handed over the keys to the city last month. Further programming and facility access is expected to take place over the coming ...

A charge of second degree murder has been laid in connection to a man's death in Prince Albert on Monday. Alisha Sky Ross appeared Tuesday morning at provincial court and was remanded to Wednesday. In addition to the murder charge, Ross is also accused of breaching a release condition relating to abstinence from drugs ...

Two years have passed since Emilia Greyeyes' brother was found dead in Saskatoon and she is still no closer to getting any answers.At the time of his death on March 23, 2023, Aaron Brent Gamble was 54 and had two children. "He was my only brother. I just think about him and what he was like and his smile so that's...

Prince Albert city council has made progress on where a permanent location for a homeless shelter will be. Council voted five to three in favour of building in the vicinity of the current temporary shelter at the Exhibition Grounds at their executive committee meeting on Monday evening. "Well, right now we're at t...