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Big business makes post-election pitch to incoming federal government
OTTAWA - Big business is adding its voice to a broader call for economy-lifting changes in Canada following an election campaign widely criticized for its dearth of deep policy discussion. T...
Oct 29, 2019

Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe to employ different style than famous politician father
OTTAWA - Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe recognizes he's got some big shoes to fill as a newly elected Bloc Quebecois MP. His win in the federal riding of Lac-Saint-Jean caught the attention of Quebecers...
Oct 29, 2019

For an encore, 'Joker' is No. 1 again at the box office
NEW YORK - Put on a happy face. "Joker" is No. 1 again. Todd Phillip's R-rated comic-book hit regained the top spot at the weekend box office in its fourth week of release, narrowly besting "Maleficen...
Oct 29, 2019

Coal giant Murray Energy seeks bankruptcy protection
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - A major U.S. coal mining company is seeking bankruptcy protection, despite a flurry of regulatory breaks that its CEO pushed for - and received - from the Trump administration. Ohi...
Oct 29, 2019

Speed concerns raised in Carlton Park neighbourhood
Over 40 people living on Wylie Crescent in the southeast part of the city are fed up with the amount of speeding drivers cruising through the neighbourhood, and have signed a petition to highlight the...
Oct 29, 2019 Residents living on Wylie Crescent say they are concerned about their safety. (Nigel Maxwell/ paNOW Staff)

Raptors reward sports science guru McKechnie with VP role, contract extension
TORONTO - From DeMar DeRozan's shoelace to Kawhi Leonard's load management, Toronto Raptors sports science guru Alex McKechnie has earned a reputation for coming up with innovative solutions for rehab...
Oct 29, 2019

Brandon Banks, Cody Fajardo and Dane Evans named CFL top performers
TORONTO - Hamilton receiver Brandon Banks, Tiger-Cats quarterback Dane Evans and Saskatchewan quarterback Cody Fajardo are the top performers for Week 20 of the CFL season. Banks complied a personal-b...
Oct 29, 2019

Baby of Saskatchewan curler who died giving birth to be released from hospital
SASKATOON - The baby daughter of a promising Saskatchewan curler who died during childbirth last week is going home. Aly Jenkins of Warman, Sask., a member of Sherry Anderson's rink, died Oc...
Oct 29, 2019

Volunteering in the Saskatchewan Health Authority
The following are Volunteer Service Opportunities in Prince Albert and area for the week of October 28, 2019The Volunteer Services Department is in need of caring, compassionate and committed voluntee...
Oct 29, 2019

What is Prince Albert's favourite costume?
The race to fill treat bags will begin this Thursday, but what if you or your little one is still without a costume?If you were following the trend, you could go with a classic costume."Superheroes ar...
Oct 29, 2019 A frightening time of year is upon us, but what to wear on Halloween? Halloween Alley in Prince Albert says superheroes and Disney princesses are a popular choice. (submitted photo/ Halloween Alley Prince Albert Facebook page)