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SaskTel waiving long-distance, text fees for customers connecting with those in Syria & Turkey
SaskTel is waiving fees for those trying to connect with loved ones in Syria and Turkey after the devastating earthquake.Customers won't be charged for long-distance calls or for international text me...
Feb 08, 2023

North Stars alums shine with SWHL Awards
The Sask West Hockey League recently announced their award winners for the 2022-23 hockey season, with a number of former Battlefords North Stars taking centre stage. Top scorer, MVP, and most gentlem...
Feb 08, 2023

Two men from Alberta arrested after Highway 16 pursuit
A man from Sweetgrass First Nation and another from Edmonton have been identified as the pair arrested following a high-speed police pursuit on Highway 16 near Waseca last night. Nakota Pooyak, 29, an...
Feb 08, 2023

AHL all-star nod, NHL recall part of banner season for ex-Raider Pachal
The best of the best in the American Hockey League got together for their all-star series on Monday, and Prince Albert Raiders fans may have seen a familiar face during the event. Once granted a spot ...
Feb 08, 2023

Walmart shooting suspect pleads guilty to federal charges
EL PASO, Texas (AP) - A Texas man pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing him of killing nearly two dozen people in a racist attack at an El Paso Walmart, changing his plea weeks after th...
Feb 08, 2023

NLSD 'in crisis mode' due to teacher shortage in northern Sask.
The Northern Lights School Division is in a state of "crisis" due to a teacher shortage in northern Saskatchewan. That's according to director of education Jason Young, who explained the division curr...
Feb 08, 2023

Bail set for 'Dances With Wolves' actor as Canadian police apply for more charges
Bail has been set at $300,000 for a former actor in the movie "Dances With Wolves" who is facing eight sex-related charges in Nevada as police in Canada say more complainants there have come forward. ...
Feb 08, 2023

Canadian soccer player describes the horror of the earthquake in Turkey
Canadian soccer player Sam Adekugbe was one of the lucky ones. He managed to escape earthquake-ravaged Antakya in Turkey. Some of his teammates and staff at his club Hatayspor are still missing. The 2...
Feb 08, 2023

Make Prince Albert National Park your destination for February Break!
Visit Prince Albert National Park during February Break (February 18-26) for an invigorating and inspiring adventure. The entire park is a glistening winter wonderland this time of year. Be sure to en...
Feb 08, 2023

Moe says Ottawa has ‘no interest’ in being full funding partner on health care
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says it's clear Ottawa has "no interest" in becoming a full funding partner on health care.Moe's comments follow a commitment the federal government made Tuesday to incr...
Feb 08, 2023