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'The best job I ever had': Woytowich retires from Kikinahk Friendship Centre

After nearly 30 years as the executive director of La Ronge's Kikinahk Friendship Centre, Ron Woytowich has officially retired. "This is the best job I ever had in my life, and it doesn't even feel li...

Jun 07, 2024

Mustangs gearing up for another deep run following acquisition of WHL-calibre defenceman

It took less than two weeks from season's end for the Melfort Mustangs to put a big stamp on next year's campaign.Following a silver medal at Nationals, the Mustangs are gearing up for a league title ...

Jun 07, 2024

Mustangs searching for new Director of Marketing, Business Manager

For the second year in a row, the Melfort Mustangs are looking for someone new to head up their business office.Hana Grace previously held the position this season, however, she is no longer with the ...

Jun 06, 2024

Melfort Trade Alliance Chamber of Commerce hosting Show and Shine

A major event leading into summer makes its return to Melfort next weekend. The Melfort Trade Alliance Chamber of Commerce will host its 34th Annual Show and Shine on Main St. June 14 from 4 p.m. to 8...

Jun 06, 2024

Battlefords RCMP searching for missing man

Battlefords RCMP are asking the public for help in locating a missing 31-year-old man. Carlin Bear was last seen just after midnight on Thursday in North Battleford. Bear is described as around 5'7" a...

Jun 06, 2024

RCMP report reveals police actions, recommendations after James Smith Cree Nation, Weldon murders

An internal review on the RCMP's response to the mass murder on James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN) and in Weldon is being released today, with a summary of 36 recommendations and effective practices Mount...

Jun 06, 2024

First Nations students receive $15K per year scholarships from TD Canada Trust

Two women from Saskatchewan, including one from La Ronge and another from Meadow Lake, are recipients of the 2024 TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples. They are two of 25 successful applicants, which...

Jun 05, 2024

Pike tagged for annual Nipawin festival

The 2024 rendition of the Nipawin Media Day has come and gone, as media members from across the province were treated to a weekend in Nipawin.On Sunday, a complimentary 18 holes were provided at the E...

Jun 04, 2024

P.A.’s Klassen signs AHL contract with Penguins affiliate

Prince Albert's own Gabe Klassen is heading to the pros. The longtime Portland Winterhawks forward put pen to paper on Monday, signing a two-year deal with the American Hockey League's (AHL) Wilkes-Ba...

Jun 04, 2024

Melfort Mustangs acquire Tisdale native Nicholas Andrusiak

The Melfort Mustangs have made a trade ahead of next week's SJHL draft. The Mustangs acquired defenceman Nicholas Andrusiak from the Melville Millionaires in exchange for First Round pick in the 2024 ...

Jun 03, 2024