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A Taste of Culture returning in June

Happening at the fair grounds June 4 and 5

Mar 11, 2022 1:32 PM Read more >

Trial set for man accused of holding girl hostage at remote northern cabin

Aaron Gardiner was arrested in a high-risk takedown by RCMP tactical officers who were flown in two CH-146 Griffon helicopters to the isolated cabin to rescue a girl.

Mar 11, 2022 1:24 PM Read more >

Arson suspects adjourned to later this month

Naomi Yellowtail and Keeanu Crookedneck both charged in connection to Jan. 3 apartment fire on 102nd Street

Mar 11, 2022 1:09 PM Read more >

Trial set for P.A. man charged with aggravated assault and armed robbery

Cook was arrested in January following an incident at an RV park south of Prince Albert

Mar 11, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Gold Eagle Casino welcomes newest millionaire

Gary Mann of North Battleford wins over $1.3 million, in another sign that SIGA’s casinos are back post-pandemic

Mar 11, 2022 12:51 PM Read more >

Five trials set in P.A. for 'Baby Glen'

Glen Frederick Halkett - who police say is known locally as 'Baby Glen' - was considered armed and dangerous when he was wanted by police

Mar 11, 2022 11:58 AM Read more >

Judge expected to hand down verdict in Danita Thomas' murder trial in late March

Danita Thomas’ trial started Jan. 24 and concluded Feb. 15

Mar 11, 2022 8:27 AM Read more >

P.A. Police Chief suspends 2 officers who responded to domestic dispute that resulted in baby's death

Mar 10, 2022 5:31 PM Read more >

Scientists separate positive and negative solar cell components into stacks

Using pancake stacks to make better electronics

Mar 10, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

Canadian Light Source data improving food security

Using light to develop vegan alternatives to meat and cheese

Mar 10, 2022 4:51 PM Read more >

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