Community

Fire ban in effect for R.M. of Prince Albert

A fire ban is now in effect for the R.M. of Prince Albert No. 461. No new fire permits will be issued to land owners whose property lies within the R.M. of Prince Albert.Any permits previously issued ...

May 18, 2020

Two teens from Eagle’s Nest Youth Ranch missing

Battlefords RCMP is requesting the public's assistance in locating two missing teenagers from North Battleford.Kalayah Ruth Ann Jackson, 14, was last seen on April 29. Josaiah Checkosis, 13, was last ...

May 18, 2020

P.A. SPCA is asking for any accumulating bottles and cans

Since SARCAN Recycling has been temporarily closed in Prince Albert amid the COVID-19 pandemic, residents may have an overflow of cans and bottles.If that is the case, the Prince Albert SPCA is asking...

May 18, 2020

Tragedy strikes Snowbirds during Kamloops flyover

KAMLOOPS - One crewmember has died and another is seriously injured after they ejected from their Snowbird and the plane crashed into a neighbourhood near the Kamloops Airport.The Canadian Forces Snow...

May 17, 2020

Another summer event pulls the plug

The COVID-19 outbreak has forced the cancellation of another summer event.Back to Batoche Days, which is organized by the Mtis Nation of Saskatchewan (MN-S), was set to mark its 50th anniversary this ...

May 17, 2020

Backstory on new fish and chips food trailer is an inspirational tale

At a time when he should be well into his retirement, Cliff Hlewka is starting a new venture - a food trailer called 'Sailor's Fish and Chips.'Even more inspiring than starting a new business at his a...

May 16, 2020

R.M. of Prince Albert holds the line, no tax increase this year

Ratepayers in the Rural Municipality (R.M.) of Prince Albert will not need to worry about a property tax this year.The R.M.'s budget for 2020 was finalized at council's meeting Thursday. Administrator...

May 16, 2020

P.A. library enlarges online collection in response to pandemic

Faced with an indefinite COVID-19 related closure, the John M. Cuelenaere Public Library has expanded its collection of e-books, audiobooks, and digital resources. Director of Library Services Alex Ju...

May 15, 2020

COVID-19 numbers stabilizing in La Loche, contact tracing continues over weekend

Active COVID-19 cases in La Loche remain steady as the community resumes testing over the weekend. The northern village reported four new cases today and Clearwater River Dene Nation saw a slight jump...

May 15, 2020

What'sHappeningNOW May 15, 2020

News Director Glenn Hicks speaks with the paNOW newsroom about their biggest stories of recent days.

May 15, 2020