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Meadow Lake

Sask. Tourism
Thousands flock to St. Walburg for 36th annual Wild Blueberry Festival
A small town in Saskatchewan is about to see its population jump from the hundreds to thousands this weekend.St. Walburg, on Highway 26 in west-central Saskatchewan, is holding its 36th annual Wild Blueberry Festival on Saturday."Our population's around 700, and we grow to about 5,000 to 7,000 in just one day,&quo...
Aug 22, 2026
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Development
Childhood arena dream becomes $32M community hub on Thunderchild First Nation
Growing up on Thunderchild First Nation, Chief Delbert Wapass remembers wanting something his community didn't have."We always wanted an arena in our community," he said.What eventually emerged was much more than a rink.Federal, provincial and First Nations leaders gathered Friday to mark the completion of th...
Aug 22, 2026
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"BIGGEST WE'VE EVER HAD"
St. Walburg getting ready for 36th annual Blueberry Festival
St. Walburg will see its population multiply for a day as thousands of people are expected to gather for the 36th annual Blueberry Festival. Bobby Domes, treasurer of the St. Walburg Chamber of Commerce and chair of the Blueberry Festival, said this year's festival will be the biggest one yet. "We are currently si...
Aug 19, 2026
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BOUNCING BACK
'Trying to keep their memory': Black Bear Indian Relay reflects on first event since tragic barn fire
On Aug. 13 and 14, Black Bear Indian Relay competed in its first event since a tragic barn fire claimed the lives of three of its horses. At the Northwest Territorial Days Indian Relay event in North Battleford, Black Bear finished fifth in the field of 19 teams after winning Friday's consolation heat. It was a tough r...
Aug 17, 2026
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ETCHED IN HISTORY
Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 induction class
Some of Saskatchewan's top baseball figures were enshrined in history Saturday as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed its 2026 induction class, honouring 11 individuals, three teams and one family.Dr. Craig Weran, who grew up playing baseball in the Battlefords before his career took him across N...
Aug 16, 2026
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local legacy
Over 15 years of service earns Meadow Lake Legion leader national recognition
More than 15 years of supporting veterans and strengthening the Royal Canadian Legion's presence in Meadow Lake has earned Jo-Anne Carter national recognition.Carter, a longtime member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76, is one of eight volunteers presented with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation at ceremoni...
Aug 14, 2026
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Saskatchewan

"Not going to be fun."
Scott Moe says tariffs spark concerns about Saskatchewan industries
After the imposition of punishing 50 per cent tariffs on many Canadian goods by the United States, Premier Scott Moe says it's unfortunate that talks between the two nations broke down.Moe spoke to reporters on Sunday at a celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6, saying the latest round of ...
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Riders now 6-and-4
Penalties, mistakes lead to 30-16 Riders loss to Lions
A number of miscues and costly penalties were something the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't shake in B.C. as they lost to the Lions on Sunday night.The 30-16 loss to the B.C. Lions (5-5) was Saskatchewan's second in a row, as they have now dropped to 6-4 on the season."I have to do a better job. This is two game...
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Trade War
Here is a list of the Canadian products hit by Trump's 50% tariffs
OTTAWA - The United States is imposing a 50 per cent tariff on a range of Canadian exports starting Saturday, after the two countries could not reach a new deal before a deadline imposed by President Donald Trump.Trump threatened the new tariffs in July to pressure Canada to move on a number of issues that were flagged...
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Treaty 6 150 anniversary
Governor General, Sask. Premier address crowd at Treaty 6 commemoration
It was a historic day at Fort Carlton on Sunday as a four-day commemoration of Treaty 6 concluded with speeches from a number of esteemed dignitaries, including Governor General of Canada Louise Arbour. "This is a great honour for me to be here on Treaty 6 territory on the traditional lands of the many Treaty 6 n...
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Bitter taste
U.S. tariffs leave Sask. honey producers in sticky situation
While most Saskatchewan producers dodged the effects of the latest round of tariffs, the province's honey industry is undoubtedly feeling the sting.On Saturday, the U.S. imposed 50 per cent tariffs on a range of Canadian exports after the two countries failed to reach a deal before the extended deadline.The tariffs app...
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Honoring treaty
Key points on the legacy of Treaty 6, first signed 150 years ago
DUCK LAKE - Treaty 6, primarily covering most of what's now central Alberta and central Saskatchewan, was signed 150 years ago by the Crown and First Nations chiefs.Festivities honouring the anniversary have been underway across the region, from celebratory pow wows in Edmonton to viewings of the original treaty parchm...
Aug 23, 2026
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Local Sports

Riders now 6-and-4
Penalties, mistakes lead to 30-16 Riders loss to Lions
A number of miscues and costly penalties were something the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't shake in B.C. as they lost to the Lions on Sunday night.The 30-16 loss to the B.C. Lions (5-5) was Saskatchewan's second in a row, as they have now dropped to 6-4 on the season."I have to do a better job. This is two game...
9h ago
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Game weekend
Woods relishing first season with Riders ahead of B.C. return
A phone call with Corey Mace made it clear where Josh Woods wanted to play football in 2026.The linebacker spent five seasons with the B.C. Lions but elected to join the Saskatchewan Roughriders this off-season."Off that first phone call with Mace, I knew this was somewhere I wanted to be," Woods said. "...
Aug 21, 2026
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ETCHED IN HISTORY
Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 induction class
Some of Saskatchewan's top baseball figures were enshrined in history Saturday as the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed its 2026 induction class, honouring 11 individuals, three teams and one family.Dr. Craig Weran, who grew up playing baseball in the Battlefords before his career took him across N...
Aug 16, 2026
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Ti-Cats pounce
Tre Ford provides spark for Hamilton to beat the Riders 26-19
A depleted Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't overcome injuries a second straight week as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats got a win at home on Saturday.Quarterback Tre Ford came into the game in the second half as starter Harrison Frost appeared to have suffered an injury. The dynamic dual-threat quarterback had 151 yards and a...
Aug 16, 2026
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Riders Gameday
Hamilton Tiger-Cats defence presents a test for Sask. Roughriders
While the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' offence is going through some growing pains, the Saskatchewan Roughriders know the opposing defence will be up to the task.Hamilton's defence is only surrendering 26.2 points per game to opposing offences this season, which is the third fewest in the league."They are coached well. Gu...
Aug 15, 2026
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North Wrestle
Decorated Sask wrestler launching platform to inspire wrestling's next generation
Driven by a desire for success not only for himself, but for his community, Cole Sanderson stands among the most decorated wrestlers Saskatchewan has ever produced. From Sturgeon Lake First Nation, Sanderson began his wrestling journey as a high school student in Prince Albert, and quickly became a regional, provincial...
Aug 14, 2026
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Canada

How Trump's tariffs are hitting Canadian goods
OTTAWA - The United States introduced new 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian exports on Saturday after trade talks failed to reach a deal. Those came after more than a year of various tariff moves from U.S. President Donald Trump. H...
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Gov. Gen. Arbour set to mark 9/11 anniversary in Gander, NL
OTTAWA - Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour is set to be in Gander, N.L., on Sept. 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Rideau Hall says the Governor General will also meet with a variety of provincial officials and Indigenous leaders during a fi...
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Two former B.C. Conservatives plan to form new party
VICTORIA - There are plans for a new party in the British Columbia legislature as politicians return this fall, with two MLAs who have recently defected from the provincial Conservatives saying they want to provide an option for frustrated voters. Ian ...
4h ago
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PM Carney unveils $11 billion in funding to make 6 icebreakers in Quebec
LÉVIS - Prime Minister Mark Carney said the federal government will pour $11.3 billion into Quebec's shipbuilding industry to build six new icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard. Carney called it the "largest" shipbuilding contract in the province's...
4h ago
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Canada-U.S. trade tensions continue to escalate as Trump team defends tariffs
WASHINGTON - Members of the Trump administration on Monday fanned across cable news stations and in front of crowds of loyal supporters to make the case for Donald Trump's latest tariffs on Canada as the president himself moved to escalate the trade wa...
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Border communities brace for more fallout in Canada-U.S. tariff fight
Communities on either side of the Canada-U.S. border braced for further economic fallout on Monday after trade talks collapsed and both countries moved deeper into a tariff fight. Mayor Mike Bradley of Sarnia, a major Ontario border city and petrochemi...
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World

Supreme Court clears the way for Trump mail voting order in advance of midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much his administration can implement before the fast-approaching ...
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Police find body of Massachusetts woman named a suspect in death of her police officer husband
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) - A Massachusetts woman wanted in connection with the death of her police officer husband was found dead near a hospital Monday during an intensive law enforcement search that included drones, boats and tracking dogs, authorities ...
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US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest ...
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A landslide at a landfill in the capital of Guinea kills 30 people, officials say
CONAKRY, Guinea (AP) - A mountainous heap of refuse collapsed at the largest landfill in Guinea 's capital of Conakry early on Sunday, killing 30 people, according to the central government. Authorities said that heavy rains, which starte...
Aug 23, 2026
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Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate
An out-of-control wildfire that jumped over fire trucks and made it difficult for crews to reach hot spots destroyed homes in northwest Reno, Nevada, on Sunday. Shifting winds challenged firefighters trying to bring it under control, and authorities ur...
Aug 23, 2026
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Latvia: Drones, hybrid warfare, and the redeployment of Canadian troops
RIGA - As Russian threats escalate in Latvia, a Canadian-led NATO mission is strengthening its presence near the Russian and Belarusian borders. The Canadian Press observed the increasing tensions on the ground. In the early hours of Aug. 14, resident...
Aug 22, 2026
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