RCMP looking for escaped inmate

RCMP looking for escaped inmate

On February 23, 2026, Pinehouse RCMP received a report that a male inmate escaped from Besnard Lake Correctional Camp. Pinehouse RCMP have been working to locate the male and are now asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of...
Gas-Car Ban Reversed, But $5B in New EV Incentives Draw Fire

Gas-Car Ban Reversed, But $5B in New EV Incentives Draw Fire

Photo: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation says Ottawa’s decision to scrap its planned 2035 ban on new gas and diesel vehicles is a win for taxpayers, but warns the federal government is replacing it with billions in subsidies and new electric vehicle regulations. / Tom...
Vehicle thefts rising in Prince Albert

Vehicle thefts rising in Prince Albert

The Prince Albert Police Service is reminding residents to take extra precautions to prevent vehicle thefts during the winter months, as thefts in the community continue to rise. In 2025, police reported 417 vehicle thefts, a 29 percent increase from 2024, with 122...