Bell Canada AI Data Centre
New AI Data Centre sparks concerns for member of George Gordon First Nation
A massive artificial intelligence (AI) data centre is being developed near Regina, and some locals are voicing concerns over impacts and lack of consultations.In March, Bell Canada and the Saskatchewan government announced that a 300-megawatt data centre will be built in Sherwood, Saskatchewan. The project is set to be...
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Middle East Conflict
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions.Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House before leaving for a college football game.Iran offered this week to reopen the strait and resume talks on its nucl...
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IDENTITY AND CULTURE
Beauval roots inspire new Métis feature film
"Is it the blood that flows through our veins, or is it the culture we were raised in and our chosen family?" Gail Maurice asked.The award-winning Métis actor, director, writer and producer from Beauval, Sask., is the creator of Blood Lines, a new feature film exploring identity, culture and belonging....
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forestry
Forestry Bowl brings Meadow Lake forest industry to the football field
Meadow Lake's Forestry Bowl is taking forestry education to the football field Friday, giving residents a chance to learn about the industry from people who work in it.The second annual event takes place Sept. 25 at Lions Park in support of the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital.Co-organizer Coleton Ethier, head coach of...
Sep 24, 2026
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Municipal matters
Hydrant testing underway in Meadow Lake
Residents in Meadow Lake may notice changes to their water service this week as the city carries out routine hydrant testing and winterization.Contractors began the work Tuesday, with officials expecting it to be completed by the end of the week, barring any complications.As hydrants are opened during the process, chan...
Sep 23, 2026
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accountability
SHA official urged silence after mother and baby died, MLTC leaders allege
Chelsea Bear was pregnant with twins when she waited nine hours at Meadow Lake Hospital and was sent home while bleeding, according to the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC). She and one of her babies later died.The tribal council is now demanding an independent investigation and alleging a Saskatchewan Health Authority...
Sep 23, 2026
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local talent
Marshall Senger powers back from injury to capture 2026 Last Cowboy Standing championship
Marshall Senger went three-for-three on the weekend to win Last Cowboy Standing in Strathmore, Alta., moving up the Bull Riders Canada standings.The 21-year-old Meadow Lake bull rider sealed the 2026 title with an 83-point ride on Wacky Mojo, improving on his second-place finish at the same event last year."It's o...
Sep 22, 2026
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CRIME WATCH
Onion Lake man arrested on firearm-related charges
Onion Lake RCMP have arrested a man who was wanted for being unlawfully at large and for firearm-related offences. RCMP received a report Sept. 11 that a man had pointed a firearm at a victim inside a residence on Onion Lake Cree Nation. Investigators determined the man also threatened the victim and broke a window at ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Bell Canada AI Data Centre
New AI Data Centre sparks concerns for member of George Gordon First Nation
A massive artificial intelligence (AI) data centre is being developed near Regina, and some locals are voicing concerns over impacts and lack of consultations.In March, Bell Canada and the Saskatchewan government announced that a 300-megawatt data centre will be built in Sherwood, Saskatchewan. The project is set to be...
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Acclaimed
Brian Hardlotte to serve fourth term as PAGC Grand Chief
A familiar face has been acclaimed for a fourth term as the head of the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC).It was announced late Friday that Brian Hardlotte will serve another term as Grand Chief after being the sole candidate nominated for the role ahead of the PAGC's Annual Assembly at the end of October."I'm de...
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New Multicultural Funeral Home
Peepeekisis opens first Indigenous-owned funeral home in Saskatchewan
Peepeekisis Cree Nation has opened the first Indigenous-owned funeral home in Saskatchewan.The new facility marks not only a first for the province, but an important step for Peepeekisis in providing dedicated spaces for their essential services."We wanted a place separate, where families could have their own fune...
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National Recognition
West Kelowna doctor receives national women's health award
Local physician Dr. Unjali Malhotra was recently honoured by the Federation of Medical Women of Canada, earning an award for excellence in women's healthcare research and education.Malhotra, a menopause and women's health physician based in West Kelowna, was awarded with the Enid Johnson MacLeod Award, which represents...
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energy
$345M Meota oil project brings jobs, $1.3M in annual tax revenue
A $345-million heavy-oil project near Meota has created 22 full-time jobs and contributes about $1.3 million a year in local property taxes, according to Strathcona Resources.Meota Central, built near the company's existing operations, has a design capacity of 12,000 barrels of oil a day and an expected lifespan of abo...
Sep 25, 2026
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U.S. Relations
Trump's trade czar says he sees no urgent need to get a trade deal with Canada
WASHINGTON - U.S. President Donald Trump's trade czar said Friday he sees no urgent need to get a deal with Canada as the bilateral relationship continues to be rocked by escalating tariffs."The reality is President Trump is comfortable where we are on Canada," United States Trade Representative Jamieson Gree...
Sep 25, 2026
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Local Sports
BC Blues
Lions pounce with big plays, beat Riders 31-24 to jump into second in the West
The Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't stop a B.C. Lions offence from getting big plays on Friday night.B.C. only needed two plays to score touchdowns on two separate drives as the Lions defeated the Riders 31-16 to win the season series between the teams and move into second place in the CFL's West Division. Saskatchew...
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Friday night football
Riders open final stretch with key matchup against B.C.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are back from their final bye week and begin an important stretch of games to end the 2026 CFL season.The Riders could still finish anywhere from first to fifth in the standings, meaning the next five games will be crucial for the Green and White."I anticipate us playing our best footb...
Sep 25, 2026
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Showdown with the Lions
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have two big weapons returning to their arsenal for their showdown with the B.C. Lions on Friday.After logging full practices this week, the returns of running back A.J. Ouellette and slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker were made official as the team released its depth chart on Thursday.Ouellette ...
Sep 24, 2026
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Rider news
Riders' Malcolm Bell ready to make first CFL start against B.C.
Defensive back Malcom Bell could be making his first CFL start this week against last season's Most Outstanding Player in B.C. Lions quarterback, Nathan Rourke.But the Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back doesn't believe the pressure is on him in Friday's showdown at B.C. Place."I'm not under pressure - I'm the...
Sep 23, 2026
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Super Fan
Meet the Regina woman with 150 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys
"Welcome to my Riderville," Donna Ryhorchuk said with a smile as she walked down the stairs and into a basement overflowing with four decades of green-and-white memories.The Regina woman is a Saskatchewan Roughriders fan, born and bred, and her Rider pride is difficult to measure.You could try counting the ga...
Sep 23, 2026
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Banjo Blues
Offence dries up for Riders in low-scoring Banjo Bowl loss to Blue Bombers
Offensive production was a struggle all afternoon long for the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday, as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers came out victorious in the 22nd edition of the Banjo Bowl.The Roughriders failed to find the end zone against the Blue Bombers, with Winnipeg holding Trevor Harris and company in check to ea...
Sep 12, 2026
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Meadow Lake 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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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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Aviation history
Rise Air receives Canada's first ATR 72-600 aircraft
A Saskatchewan airline made Canadian aviation history this week by taking delivery of a passenger aircraft that had never before operated in the country - a move that could reshape how workers travel to and from northern job sites.Rise Air said the ATR 72-600 marked the beginning of a new generation of northern air tra...
Dec 22, 2025
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Canada
CP NewsAlert: Four people dead in a helicopter crash in Quebec
MONTREAL - Four people have died in a helicopter crash in Sainte-Brigide-d'Iberville, 50 kilometres southeast of Montreal, according to provincial police. More to come... Marieke Glorieux-Stryckman, The Canadian Press
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B.C. Conservative leader, Doerkson, gets game boost from current and former premiers
VANCOUVER - B.C. Conservative Party Leader Lorne Doerkson estimates he's said 100 times in the last few days that he's open to advice on how to change the provincial government, and he got some of that in a meeting with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe a...
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Que. opposition leaders call claims of U.S. interference a fear campaign, 'Hail Mary'
MONTREAL - Claims of American interference continued to churn on the Quebec campaign trail Saturday, the eve of the start of advance polling ahead of the Oct. 5 election. "I mostly want to raise awareness among Quebecers to the situation that could oc...
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Former federal public servant seeks better pensions for injured workers
OTTAWA - A former public servant is calling for changes to pension rules for workers who have to retire early after getting injured on the job. Paméla Marchand worked for Correctional Service Canada as a corrections officer for 15 years before her medi...
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Anand tells UN that Canada seeks 'strategic autonomy,' relies on civil debate
OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has put "strategic autonomy" at the forefront of Canada's address to the United Nations General Assembly today. Anand's speech echoes Prime Minister Mark Carney's quest for middle powers to work together by...
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'Horrifying': Focus on Tumbler Ridge shooter's AI chats
An article published by U.S. magazine Mother Jones this week provides a vivid account of what it says were conversations between the Tumbler Ridge shooter and an OpenAI chatbot. The report, which does not disclose its sources, has thrown a spotlight on...
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World
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and other Mideast news
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions. Meanwhile, Iranian media outlets said the country's president has left New York after the ...
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Pope Leo draws 800,000 people to central Paris for open-air Mass on iconic square
PARIS (AP) - Hundreds of thousands of people packed Paris' iconic Champs-Élysées avenue to attend an open-air Mass with Pope Leo XIV on Saturday, a sign of the Catholic Church's enduring appeal in the once staunchly Catholic but officially secular coun...
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Gunmen target ambulance in Pakistan after suicide bombing at checkpoint killed 12
DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan (AP) - Gunmen opened fire on an ambulance attending the scene of a suicide bomb attack at a roadside police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan that killed at least 12 people on Saturday and wounded about 35 others, officials...
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A bus overturns in central Iran, killing 11 and injuring 24
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) - A passenger bus overturned in Iran, killing 11 people and injuring 24 others, state television reported Saturday. The crash occurred on the Saveh-Hamedan freeway in central Markazi province. Provincial traffic police s...
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CNN left off Air Force One for Trump's upcoming trip, White House signals in new media restriction
The White House signaled Friday night that CNN would be left off Air Force One for President Donald Trump's Saturday trip, the latest media restriction from the administration in an ongoing dispute with First Amendment implications. The n...
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Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, the White House announced on Friday, using a rare and contested power to axe funding for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives. ...
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