Meadow Lake

OLD-FASHIONED FUN
Horse bones and hometown pride: Bunnock brings generations together in Meadow Lake
Horse ankle bones, lawn chairs, and laughter might sound like an odd mix - but in Meadow Lake, they're part of a growing tradition that's bringing generations together through an old-fashioned sport called bunnock."We always forget how absurd it is. When you're explaining it to a newcomer, some of the reactions yo...
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Wanted Man
Beauval RCMP searching for man wanted on firearm charges
RCMP in Beauval are asking members of the public to report any sightings of a wanted man who's on the run in Northwestern Saskatchewan.Dustin Iron, 35, is wanted on a warrant by police for charges including pointing a firearm and assault with a weapon in connection with an investigation dating back to November 2024.Iro...
May 09, 2025
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Wildfire season 2025
Wildfires near Onion, Lower Fishing Lakes of concern for SPSA
What started out as slightly slower than previous wildfire seasons has quickly changed thanks to hot, dry weather and human activity. In the first online media update of the season, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) said while wildfires often change rapidly, several blazes across the north central belt of Sa...
May 09, 2025
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Fatal crash
RCMP investigating fatal rollover
Meadow Lake RCMP are continuing to investigate following a fatal rollover on Thursday.Officers were patrolling on Highway 4 at around 2:40 a.m., near the intersection with Highway 904, when they came across a single-vehicle rollover.Additional officers, along with local EMS and fire, responded to the scene where the dr...
May 09, 2025
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Meadow Lake

Wanted
RCMP still looking for escaped prisoner
Saskatchewan RCMP are still looking to capture a 26-year-old man who's on the run after he escaped the Besnard Lake Correctional Centre on April 14. Kobe Kiseyinewakup has now been charged with escaping lawful custody and being unlawfully at large. Loon Lake RCMP have had the missing prisoner in their sights on two occ...
May 09, 2025
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Real estate
Residential home prices continue to climb in Saskatchewan
The benchmark price of a home in the city of Prince Albert is continuing a months long trend of increasing. Data released by the Saskatchewan Realtor Association for the month of April shows another eight per cent increase in the base price compared to a year ago. The value is now $265,600. Sales continue to be stronge...
May 08, 2025
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Fatal crash
RCMP investigating fatal rollover near St. Walburg
Turtleford RCMP are investigating a fatal rollover that killed an Alberta man on Wednesday evening.Police said they received a report of a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 795, roughly 11 kilometres west of St. Walburg.Officers, along with local EMS and fire crews, responded to the scene. There, the sole occupant of ...
May 08, 2025
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POWER OUTAGE
Power outage now affects Meadow Lake
Update: May 8, 3:30 p.m.Power has been restored in Meadow Lake after an outage on Wednesday.According to SaskPower, the reason for the outage was because of a loss of transmission supply at a nearby substation, which typically happens during high winds.--A power outage in Meadow Lake has knocked out regular phone lines...
May 07, 2025
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Harlan Road Area
Onion Lake on evacuation standby due to wildfire
Residents of the Harlan Road area on Onion Lake Cree Nation are currently on evacuation standby due to a wildfire in the area. The fire started around 6:00 p.m. on May 4 and due to dry weather conditions has since grown to 1,400 hectares according to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA). Harlan Road area fire, ...
May 07, 2025
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BYELECTION
Byelection underway in Meadow Lake following councillor's resignation; advance poll starts today
An advance poll opens tonight in Meadow Lake as voters prepare to elect a new city councillor following the resignation of Mike Ferguson in late January.Ferguson, who was serving his first term on council, stepped down for what the city described as a personal reason.Three candidates are in the running: former councill...
May 07, 2025
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MMIWG2S+
'We do matter': Meadow Lake marks Red Dress Day with stories of loss and resilience
The Northwest Friendship Centre and Northwest College (NWC) held a remembrance walk Monday in Meadow Lake to mark National Red Dress Day and honour missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people (MMIWG2S+).Each step taken reflected the sorrow and hope of families still searching for answers.Among th...
May 05, 2025
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What stinks?
Meadow Lake residents frustrated by persistent smell; City plans de-sludging
An odour lingering in the air through Meadow Lake has several residents asking, 'What's that smell?'The pungent and persistent odour originates from the sewage lagoon and the City said its taking action to eliminate it and frustration in the community. "We understand how this problem has impacted the daily lives o...
May 05, 2025
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LOCAL CRIME
Robbery suspect arrested after crash in Meadow Lake
A 23-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a robbery and vehicle collision in Meadow Lake on the morning of Saturday, May 3. According to a RCMP release issued Monday, officers responded to a report of a robbery on 8 Avenue around 7 a.m. Investigators determined several individuals were inside a vehicle whe...
May 05, 2025
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Outside Looking In
Big Island Lake dancers to perform in Indigenous youth showcase
In a just a week's time, the Toronto Metropolitan University's (TMU) Chrysalis performing arts space will burst forth with a cultural mashup as 88 young Indigenous dancers look to "Share the Flame." Two cousins from Big Island Lake Cree Nation will be among them and said they were inspired to join Outside Loo...
May 02, 2025
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Hearts and minds
Healing hearts with horses: finding my voice through grounding and being present
*This piece is a special submission written by our reporter as a first-person account of their experience. It is not presented as a traditional news story, but rather as a personal reflection on the events described. The views and perspectives shared are those of the reporter and do not necessarily reflect the views of...
May 02, 2025
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ASSESSMENT APPEALS
May 5 deadline to appeal property assessments
Property owners in the city have until next Monday to appeal their 2025 property assessments.In a notice issued Friday, the city said residents wishing to challenge their assessment or property classification must file a notice of appeal with the city assessor by 4 p.m. and appeal forms are available at City Hall.The c...
May 02, 2025
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Building the future
MLTC, Mistawasis First Nation awarded pair of energy projects in South-Central Sask
SaskPower announced on Thursday that the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) and Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First Nation were awarded two new energy projects in the southern part of the province. The announcement was made via news release where the Indigenous partners, along with Potentia Renewables Inc., were chosen to ...
May 01, 2025
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NORTHWEST LANDCLAIM
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan takes legal action over historic northwest land claim
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) says it is moving forward with a long-standing land claim involving a large section of the province's northwest, marking what it calls a historical milestone for the Métis people.MN-S and the North West Saskatchewan Métis Council (NWSMC) filed formal notice on April...
May 01, 2025
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GOLF SEASON
Meadow Lake Golf Club opens with fresh greens and league nights
With rolling hills, fresh greens and the smell of spring in the air, the Meadow Lake Golf Club is officially open for the 2025 season - and staff say the course is ready for golfers to show off their skills."Everything looks incredible. A little dry out there, but the greens look beautiful," said Brent Assman...
Apr 30, 2025
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Flight from police
Two men in custody after shooting, flight from officers in Canoe Lake
A man from Edmonton and another from Clearwater River Dene Nation have been arrested after a shooting on Canoe Lake Cree First Nation. RCMP were called to the community at 12:45 am on Sunday, April 27 and found a man who had been shot. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers then located a...
Apr 30, 2025
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No Ice, Unlimited Fun
Meadow Lake brings NHL STREET program to Saskatchewan
Hockey is hitting the pavement in a whole new way across Meadow Lake and the surrounding areas as they officially launch Saskatchewan's very first NHL STREET program. The NHL STREET program is an initiative, developed by the National Hockey League (NHL) and endorsed by all 32 NHL teams to provide kids with a fun, inclu...
Apr 30, 2025
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Mayoral reaction
Meadow Lake and Battlefords mayors react to election results
The Battlefords and Meadow Lake leaders are looking ahead to the future with a Liberal minority government at the helm."I think it'll be interesting to see what happens in the next three to six to nine months mainly because I think this election was won on who created the most fear within this country," Battl...
Apr 30, 2025
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Smile Cookie
A cookie's worth of smiles: Annual campaign kicks off in the Battlefords and Meadow Lake
A cookie with a big blue and pink happy face is bringing smiles to the students at Living Sky School Division. "We are really excited to be teaming up with local Tim Hortons here in the Battlefords and in Meadow Lake," said Tonya Lehman, deputy director, adding that 100 per cent of proceeds will be going to L...
Apr 28, 2025
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Change in polls
Change in polling stations for three communities
Election Day is officially underway but for those in certain northern communities: head's up - some voting locations have changed, and three communities have been affected. According to Elections Canada, those where were scheduled to vote in Witchekan Lake Prevention Building - Poll 074-0 with the postal codes SJ0 2M0,...
Apr 28, 2025
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Day to vote
It's election day: have you cast your vote?
Today's the day to make your voice heard. Canada's 45th general election runs today and on Battlefords-Lloydminster-Meadow Lake, all eyes will be on candidates, Rose Marie Falk for the Conservatives, Larry Ingram for the Liberals, Darrell Patan for the Candian Future Party and William Petryk for the NDP. Incumbent Cons...
Apr 28, 2025
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Adyson Funeral
Funeral for Adyson King to be held Saturday
An 18-year-old described as a "talented young hockey player" and someone "excited about life" will instead be coming home to Flying Dust First Nation for her funeral on Saturday. Adyson King was reported missing April 15 after last being seen in the early morning hours that day on River Road. Her bo...
Apr 25, 2025
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SASK. REPRESENTATION
Meadow Lake volunteer recognized nationally for decades of community work
A Meadow Lake woman is being recognized as one of Ducks Unlimited Canada's (DUC) top volunteers in the country for 2025.With National Volunteer Week approaching from April 27 to May 3, DUC is recognizing Dawn Alger, who has led the organization's Ladies Committee in Meadow Lake for more than two decades. Alger is among...
Apr 25, 2025
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Makwa Money
Makwa Sahgaiehcan working with ISC following financial audit
A summary of a forensic audit conducted after Indigenous Services Canada received dozens of complaints regarding financial mismanagement by Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation has been released. Their finding? There was a lack of or insufficient documentation for roughly $520,000 for expenses that might not be eligible unde...
Apr 24, 2025
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