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Public health mandates could return, Tam warns, but favours lighter touch in future
OTTAWA - Canada's chief public health officer says governments should be prepared to bring back public health measures in case of another serious variant of COVID-19. Several provinces have begun to s...
Feb 25, 2022

Arena project has March 2024 completion date
Building of the new arenas is expected to be completed by March 2024 according to an updated timeline that will be presented to Prince Albert City Council on Monday. The city is now at the stage of ha...
Feb 25, 2022

Canada must be ready to welcome Ukrainians to safety: expert
OTTAWA - Europe is facing a massive new migration crisis because of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Canada should prepare to provide asylum to those fleeing the violence, says a Canadian security ...
Feb 25, 2022

Canadian cyclist Michael Woods wins second stage of Gran Camino in Spain
MIRADOR, Spain - Canadian cyclist Michael Woods showed his climbing prowess Friday in winning Stage 2 of the four-stage Gran Camino race to take over first place overall. The 35-year-old from Ottawa, ...
Feb 25, 2022

Crown asks court to reopen bail hearing for convoy organizer Pat King
OTTAWA - Prosecutors are asking an Ottawa court to reopen the bail hearing for a prominent organizer of the three-week convoy protest near Parliament Hill. Pat King was arrested last Friday and faces ...
Feb 25, 2022

Upcoming Programs for PAPL
The Prince Albert Public Library has a host of programs and activities for all ages.See the posters below for details.
Feb 25, 2022

Top Kansas school official resigns over offensive remark
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Kansas' top public school administrator resigned Friday over an offensive remark about Native Americans at a recent public conference. Education Commissioner Randy Watson's decisio...
Feb 25, 2022

Ceasefire urged as group says three children killed during Russian attack on Ukraine
OTTAWA - The head of Save the Children Canada says at least three children have been killed during the Russian invasion of Ukraine and is calling on both sides to cease their fighting. Danny Glenwrigh...
Feb 25, 2022

Spruce Home Activity Centre Upcoming Events
Why cook? Come to our Pasta Night on Thursday, March 10th from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. We are serving Lasagna, Caesar Salad, Garlic Toast, Beverage.(Coffee or canned pop) for $10. Dessert is extra.We accept c...
Feb 25, 2022

Live updates: Moscow says outlook unclear for Ukraine talks
The latest on the Russia-Ukraine crisis: MOSCOW - The Kremlin says prospects for possible peace talks between Russia and Ukraine look uncertain due to apparent differences over a venue. Kremlin spokes...
Feb 25, 2022