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Stephen Maar powers Canada past Bulgaria 3-0 at men's Olympic qualifying tournament
XI'AN, China - Stephen Maar scored 16 points as Canada made quick work of Bulgaria in a 3-0 win on Friday at the men's Olympic qualification tournament. The Canadians won each set 25-21, 25-17, 25-18....
Oct 06, 2023

One man arrested after shooting incident on River Street West
A 26-year-old man has been arrested after a shooting incident in Prince Albert last month.Police say that on Sept. 13, a fight broke out at a home in the 1000 Block of River Street West, where a gun w...
Oct 06, 2023

More supports needed to address homelessness, B.C. government says after survey
VICTORIA - The British Columbia government says results from the latest surveys of people living on the streets show current support levels aren't enough and more services are needed to address rising...
Oct 06, 2023

In the news today: Statistics Canada to release September jobs data
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Statistics Canada to release September jobs data this morning Canadians will ge...
Oct 06, 2023

RCMP recover stolen vehicle in North Battleford, three people charged
Nearly 30 charges have been laid after RCMP recovered a stolen vehicle and a loaded gun in North Battleford last week.On Sept. 28, the Battlefords Gang Task Force were patrolling the city when they fo...
Oct 06, 2023

Kinistino announced as host for 2024 Hockey Day in Saskatchewan
The Town of Kinistino received some exciting news on Thursday as they were announced as the hosts for the 16th edition of Hockey Day in Saskatchewan (HDIS).The 2024 event will touch down in the northe...
Oct 06, 2023

Proud to be Canadian: Families reflect following Canadian citizenship ceremony in Battleford
Nearly 40 people from nine different countries became Canadian citizens Thursday at a special Canadian citizenship ceremony held at Battleford's Alex Dillabough Centre.Annette McGovern, executive dire...
Oct 06, 2023

Sask. First Nation makes huge investment to renovate community arena
It's considered the hub of its community, which is why a Saskatchewan First Nation is putting a major investment into its local arena.Beardy's & Okemasis Cree Nation, southwest of Prince Albert, a...
Oct 06, 2023

Ghost guns showing up at crime scenes in Canada but RCMP not keeping statistics
FREDERICTON - Even as the technology to produce so-called "ghost guns" becomes less expensive and more widespread, the RCMP is not keeping records on how often the weapons are used in crimes across th...
Oct 06, 2023

Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting the oppression of women in Iran
OSLO, Norway (AP) - Imprisoned activistNarges Mohammadi won the Nobel Peace Prize Friday for fighting the oppression of women in Iran. "She fights for women against systematic discrimination and oppre...
Oct 06, 2023