by MBC News | May 28, 2021
Police said the death of a woman in Prince Albert earlier this week has been identified as 29-year-old Natasha Ross. Police were called to a home on the 2900 Block of 4th Avenue West early Monday morning to a report of a deceased woman. An autopsy revealed Ross’s...
by MBC News | May 28, 2021
A Lac La Ronge Indian Band member has been named the top doctor in Seattle by a local magazine. Dr. Jessica Schule, who grew up in La Ronge until the age of 7, is a naturopathic doctor in the area. Schule said growing up, she always knew she wanted to be a medical...
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
A tea blend made by La Ronge-based company Boreal Heartland is a finalist in the private label food category of the Retail Council of Canada’s Grand Prix New Products Awards. The Restoration Blend loose-leaf tea is harvested and produced in northern Saskatchewan....
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
Investigators have determined the cause of the Cloverdale Fire. The investigation which involved the Prince Albert Fire Department, Ministry of Environment and Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency found a lightning strike was the cause. Quentin Rowland, a fire inspector...
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
A 39-year-old La Ronge woman is facing various drug charges after RCMP executed a search warrant at a local hotel Wednesday. While searching a hotel room, police say they seized cocaine, scales, drug paraphernalia, electronics and Canadian currency. Juanita Halkett, a...
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
The City of Prince Albert said the Cloverdale Fire, which burned northeast of the city last week was caused by a lightning strike. A media release posted on the city’s website explained an investigation which also involved the Ministry of Environment and...
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
Humboldt council unanimously passed a motion supporting a regional reconciliation program following the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. This includes specific focuses on public awareness, providing educational opportunities for municipal staff,...
by MBC News | May 27, 2021
The RCMP said a Prince Albert Mountie charged with murder has resigned from the force. The Canadian Press reports that in a statement from the RCMP, Herman submitted his resignation last week and was effective Tuesday. The 32-year-old veteran of law enforcement was...
by MBC News | May 26, 2021
Leaders in northern Saskatchewan are pushing for solutions after the region experienced a four-day power outage last week that affected about 9,000 homes. Colin Ratushniak, mayor of the Town of La Ronge, said he wants upgraded infrastructure or increased preparatory...
by MBC News | May 26, 2021
The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is mourning the loss of one of its respected elders. According to a press release, Tom Charles passed away Tuesday after a long battle with cancer. Charles was well known for his efforts in the area of search and rescue missions earning...
