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Trial resumes in Thunderchild murder case

Defence calls two witnesses; cross-examination to resume tomorrow

Feb 8, 2022 6:32 PM Read more >

Morin sentenced in P. A. court to 4 years in prison

Ralph Morin was arrested in November after Prince Albert police raided a hotel room

Feb 8, 2022 6:21 PM Read more >

Big River man gets 12 months jail for violent home invasion

After given credit for pre-trial custody, Vandale had one day left to serve

Feb 8, 2022 5:36 PM Read more >

Online platforms help storytellers reach wider audience

Overcoming challenges during the pandemic

Feb 8, 2022 4:47 PM Read more >

FSIN urges all First Nations to continue COVID protocols

"Our fight against COVID-19 is not over, therefore, we will continue to follow all our safety measures and COVID protocols until this is over. " - Chief Bobby Cameron

Feb 8, 2022 4:21 PM Read more >

Onion Lake man accused of robbing Paradise Hill business seeks bail

Jesse Lewis has been in custody since he was arrested

Feb 8, 2022 3:33 PM Read more >

Man arrested by N.B. RCMP gang unit appears in court

The RCMP gang unit and patrol officers charged Fransoo following a traffic stop Dec. 18

Feb 8, 2022 3:02 PM Read more >

Five things you need to know about Moe ending proof of vax policy

The provincial government will end proof of vaccination or negative tests in Saskatchewan businesses, workplaces and other public venues this Monday, Feb, 14 at 12:01 a.m.

Feb 8, 2022 11:43 AM Read more >

North Battleford break and enter suspect has matters adjourned to March 4

Eugene Bear faces several charges stemming from rash of break and enters last year

Feb 8, 2022 11:23 AM Read more >

Proof of vax ends Valentine's Day

The remaining public health orders requiring masking in indoor public spaces will remain in effect until the end of February

Feb 8, 2022 11:19 AM Read more >

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