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Dionne: large amount of snow in P.A. cause for plowing delays, problems
The City of Prince Albert is running on fumes when it comes to snow removal. That's according to Mayor Greg Dionne who spoke to paNOW after P.A.'s council finished their executive committee meeting on...
Jan 11, 2022

Prince Albert RCMP arrest wanted man after he jumped through a window
The Prince Albert RCMP have arrested and charged a man in the community of Crystal Springs after he evaded police.Jamie Rod Wilson, who has 29 outstanding charges, was actively evading police and on J...
Jan 11, 2022

Resort Village of Elk Ridge off and running
The Resort Village of Elk Ridge has been official for nearly two weeks, and last Saturday council held their first meeting. Mayor Garry McKay told paNOW a lot of administrative structure was discussed...
Jan 11, 2022

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce set for 116th annual luncheon
The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the New Year with its annual Chair's Luncheon.Scheduled for Jan. 25, the event is running for the 116th straight year and marks a change in leadershi...
Jan 11, 2022

U13 Barons go undefeated to take gold in Kindersley
The U13 Battlefords Barons (2) posted a perfect 6-0 record on their way to the top of the podium over the weekend at the West Central Events Centre in Kindersley. One of 11 teams from across the regio...
Jan 11, 2022

Canada has contracts for up to 100 million Pfizer, Moderna doses in 2022
OTTAWA - Federal COVID-19 vaccine contracts mean Canada should get enough doses to give two or three more mRNA shots to every Canadian, every year until at least 2024. But even as the National Advisor...
Jan 11, 2022

A look at the latest COVID-19 developments in Canada
A look at the latest COVID-19 news in Canada: - Quebec Premier Francois Legault says adult residents who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19 will be charged a financial penalty. Legault says the...
Jan 11, 2022

Veteran forwards Poulin, Johnston lead Canada's bid to reclaim Olympic hockey gold
CALGARY - Marie-Philip Poulin and Rebecca Johnston headline Canada's Olympic women's hockey team roster unveiled Tuesday. The two women will represent Canada for the fourth time in their careers after...
Jan 11, 2022

As weather warms, risk of ice dams increases
While the warm weather is welcomed by most, it does come with its share of complications. Melting snow and ice can make roads and sidewalks treacherous, but some of the worst effects can be on the roo...
Jan 11, 2022

Public hearings into 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting delayed until late February
HALIFAX - The commission of inquiry probing the mass shooting in Nova Scotia that claimed 22 lives in 2020 is again delaying public hearings, saying they are now expected to begin late next month. The...
Jan 11, 2022