Looming Strike
WestJet flight attendants' union serves airline 72-hour strike notice
The union representing 4,400 flight attendants at WestJet says it has issued 72-hour strike notice, paving the runway for a possible strike during a busy summer travel season.The Canadian Union of Public Employees says the two sides remain far apart on key issues."We have been clear about what needs to change, and...
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Poundmaker Cree Nation teen brings Saskatchewan to national spelling bee
A trip to the national stage gave one Poundmaker Cree Nation teen more than a chance to test her spelling - it also gave her the opportunity to represent Saskatchewan and inspire other Indigenous youth.Thirteen-year-old Dallynn Tootoosis was Saskatchewan's lone competitor and the only Indigenous contestant at the Canad...
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Arrest incident
SIRT begins investigation into Makwa Sahgaiehcan arrest
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
Riderville
Get Ready for a Shoot-out Saturday!
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Looming Strike
WestJet flight attendants' union serves airline 72-hour strike notice
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La Ronge
Arrest incident
SIRT begins investigation into Makwa Sahgaiehcan arrest
The actions of RCMP officers involved in the arrests of two wanted men, and a woman who was in a home with them, are now under investigation by Saskatchewan's Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT). SIRT said RCMP notified the agency just after 1 p.m. Monday, July 28, and the request was accepted. "While the arrest...
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health risk
SHA warns of possible toxic algae at Buffalo Narrows
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning the public that toxic algae may be present at all swimming locations around Buffalo Narrows. According to the Water Security Agency, blue-green algae are naturally occurring bacteria that can be present in water bodies, particularly lakes and reservoirs. The blooms ca...
Jul 28, 2026
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Crime
Man arrested, investigation continues into northern weekend shooting
The RCMP are updating the public in regard to a shooting Sunday near Weyakwin.According to police, following the shooting that occurred on Highway 165 on July 26, officers from La Ronge located a grey truck that matched the suspect vehicle's description. Officers initiated a traffic stop, but the truck fled at a high r...
Jul 28, 2026
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uranium mine
Full scale construction to commence at Wheeler River
Denison Mines Corporation has announced activities at the Phoenix In-Situ Recovery uranium mine have transitioned from site preparations to full-scale construction. Since the start of site preparation and early works in March 2026, the company states significant progress has been made by Denison and its construction pa...
Jul 28, 2026
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Police Work
RCMP investigating northern shooting, working to locate possible victim
Pinehouse RCMP are investigating a shooting in the province's North.On July 26, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Pinehouse RCMP received a report of an injured man in a rural area between Pinehouse and La Ronge. Early investigation determined that the occupants of a white truck and the occupants of a grey truck got into a '...
Jul 28, 2026
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intensive camp
Camp Molly inspires teen girls to consider career in fire service
It was a unique experience for eight girls from across Saskatchewan who participated in Camp Molly in La Ronge. Camp Molly, which was held July 23-26 and is designed for teens between 15-18 years old, is about providing an opportunity to meet and engage with strong female role models in the industry, as well as learn a...
Jul 28, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Hardwood hardware
Former Minto among Sask. teammates to win bronze at Commonwealth Games
Commonwealth Games bronze medals are headed back to Saskatchewan with three members of Canada's wheelchair basketball team.Regina's Garrett Ostepchuk and Aberdeen Kyrell Sopotyk helped Team Canada win bronze in the men's 3×3 wheelchair basketball tournament in Glasgow, Scotland on Wednesday.Ostepchuk had five poi...
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LOCAL TALENT
Poundmaker Cree Nation teen brings Saskatchewan to national spelling bee
A trip to the national stage gave one Poundmaker Cree Nation teen more than a chance to test her spelling - it also gave her the opportunity to represent Saskatchewan and inspire other Indigenous youth.Thirteen-year-old Dallynn Tootoosis was Saskatchewan's lone competitor and the only Indigenous contestant at the Canad...
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Medical distress
SIRT investigating man's death at Turtleford RCMP detachment
A 37-year-old man died while in RCMP custody at the Turtleford Detachment on Tuesday afternoon, prompting an investigation by Saskatchewan's police watchdog.According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, officers executed a warrant at a residence on Thunderchild First Nation on July 29 as part of an ongoing investigation. The man...
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Health care
NDP says possible healthcare strike will have a big impact
When children across the province are returning to school, thousands of health care workers may be walking off the job and the Saskatchewan NDP are very worried about the ripple effects.Standing outside Prince Albert's Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, Labour Shadow Minister Nathaniel Teed said the chaos in Prince Albert...
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International summer camp
Youth exchange program builds global friendships in Saskatchewan
For one busy week in Saskatchewan, the world got a little smaller.That is how Darryl Oster, the Lions Youth and Exchange Coordinator for Northern Saskatchewan, described the Lions youth camp and exchange, a program that brought together local youth and international students for a summer experience filled with new plac...
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Viral Video
'Deeply alarming': FSIN demands independent investigation after viral RCMP arrest video
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is calling for an immediate independent investigation after a video posted to social media went viral, appearing to show two RCMP officers using force while arresting a woman on Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation.Police confirmed on Tuesday that they asked the Saskatche...
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Local Sports
Riders fall at home
Edmonton beats Saskatchewan after last-second field goal
The Edmonton Elks walked it off with a 57-yard field goal to beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36-34 on Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium.After Riders kicker Alex Hale made a field goal with 1:46 remaining in the game, Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo led a 52-yard drive and converted two third-down attempts to allow Edmon...
Jul 24, 2026
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In rememberance
Fans reflect as Saskatchewan Roughriders honour Rajyaguru, Dalke after fatal crash
For several quiet minutes on Thursday night, the score, the standings and the rivalry did not matter.Thousands of fans stood inside Mosaic Stadium as the Saskatchewan Roughriders honoured Bhishma Rajyaguru and team captain Jayden Dalke, who were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 11 near Lumsden on Saturday.Photo...
Jul 24, 2026
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Riderville
Roughriders, Elks set for CFL clash after emotional week
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are preparing to take on the Edmonton Elks on Thursday after what has been an emotional week for the team.On Saturday, the day before the CFL club was set to return to practice, linebacker Jayden Dalke was killed in a car crash that also took the life of 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru.On Mon...
Jul 23, 2026
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Preparing for showdown with Elks
'You have to keep going': Riders learn from the past as they grieve
It's been a feeling a few members of the Saskatchewan Roughriders have had to deal with before.Members of the CFL club are dealing with the death of linebacker Jayden Dalke, who was killed when RCMP said his vehicle travelled the wrong way down Highway 11, hitting and killing 22-year-old Bhishma Rajyaguru, who was driv...
Jul 22, 2026
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Highway 11 crash
Saskatchewan Roughriders mourn the loss of teammate Jayden Dalke
Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Nick Wiebe was one of the last people to talk to Jayden Dalke before the crash that took his life on Saturday."I spoke with JD when he was on his way home here. Was supposed to play a round of golf today, actually," Wiebe said after Monday's practice."He was so excited...
Jul 21, 2026
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RCMP release more details
'They're all going through it together': Sask. Roughriders GM speaks on Jayden Dalke death
Jeremy O'Day was solemn on Monday morning as he spoke to media about the late Jayden Dalke, two days after his fatal car crash.The Saskatchewan Roughriders Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager said he was a loved teammate - not only by the other Roughriders, but by former teammates as well."If...
Jul 20, 2026
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La Ronge Profiles
Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
Defence to appeal murder verdict in killing of Quebec couple in Dominica
MONTREAL - The defence lawyer for the two American men convicted of murdering Quebec filmmaker and entrepreneur Daniel Langlois and his partner in Dominica says they are appealing the verdict. Ravi Rajcoomar, the lead counsel for Jonathan Lehrer and Ro...
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Poll suggests some Liberal supporters concerned about climate policy are leaning NDP
OTTAWA - A new online poll from the Angus Reid Institute suggests that one in six 2025 Liberal voters now say they would support the NDP. The pollster found that half of these voters cite climate change as the issue that concerns them most. Angus Reid...
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Ottawa opening exports office as part of strategy to diversify trade
OTTAWA - The federal government is opening a new strategic exports office as part of its plan to diversify trade. The office, announced in Budget 2025, will be housed under Global Affairs Canada and will be tasked with removing trade irritants, lifting...
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New Indigenous languages commissioner says her job is to support incoming leadership
OTTAWA - The interim head of the Indigenous languages commission, which is now facing a federal audit, says her job is to support new leadership to ensure a fresh start for the institution. Candice St-Aubin, who left her job as a senior federal public ...
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Judicial review of ethics ruling in Trudeau case can proceed, Supreme Court says
OTTAWA - A watchdog group can pursue a court challenge of a federal ethics report on Justin Trudeau's involvement in decisions about WE Charity, the Supreme Court of Canada has ruled. In a unanimous decision issued Thursday, the top court found a provi...
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In the news today: WestJet strike notice, Calgary boy found dead, B.C. fire losses
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed ... WestJet flight attendants' union serves airline 72-hour strike notice WestJet flight attendants could go on strike as early as this Sunday. The union representing ...
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World
Coal mine blast in Pakistan kills at lead 6 miners and traps 42 others
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) - An explosion inside a coal mine in southwest Pakistan killed at least six miners Thursday and trapped 42 others underground, where rescuers were racing to reach them, an official said. The blast occurred on the out...
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Trump says he may pull Blanche's attorney general nomination until dissenting senators leave office
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump said Thursday he may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination for the full-time post to avoid making concessions to Senate Republicans demanding limits to a sweeping tax audit immunity deal benefit...
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No charges for Arizona parents in case of toddler who was alive after being declared dead
No charges will be filed against the parents of an Arizona toddler who was declared dead after being found in a family pool but was breathing hours later at a hospital morgue. Gilbert police had recommended negligence charges. But Maricop...
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'Absolute chaos' as thousands of people breach Morocco's border with Spain's Ceuta
CEUTA, Spain (AP) - Thousands of migrants streamed into the tiny Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco on Thursday, prompting local officials to call on Spain to declare a national emergency and send the army to restore the frontier. Sp...
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How views on Trump's handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
WASHINGTON (AP) - Most Americans say the war in Iran has not been worth fighting, and President Donald Trump's approval rating on Iran has fallen slightly since last month, according to a new AP-NORC poll. The results are a stark repudiat...
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Congo says the death toll in fastest-growing Ebola outbreak has passed 1,500
BUNIA, Congo (AP) - Ebola has killed more than 1,500 people in eastern Congo in the fastest-growing outbreak of the disease, data released Thursday showed, marking a 50% increase in around a week as the emergency continues to outpace response efforts. ...
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