RCMP lay charges in connection with 2020 Shellbrook death

RCMP lay charges in connection with 2020 Shellbrook death

By Bailey Sutherland, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Three people have been charged in relation to the death of 20-year-old Wesley Custer. On the evening of August 21, 2020, Custer was brought to the Shellbrook Hospital with serious injuries. He died shortly...
New Cree culture camp opens near Stanley Mission

New Cree culture camp opens near Stanley Mission

A new on-the-land culture camp has opened near Stanley Mission. The Nihithow Askiy or (Land of Cree) held their official grand opening Tuesday for local elementary and high school students. “The idea behind the camp is to teach the children, our language and our...
Province starts construction on new Blaine Lake school

Province starts construction on new Blaine Lake school

By: Michael Oleksyn, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Prince Albert Daily Herald Premier Scott Moe joined with students and staff of Blaine Lake Composite School, Prairie Spirit School Division officials and community members on Friday to celebrate the...
Two charged with murder after suspicious death at Bells Point

Two charged with murder after suspicious death at Bells Point

RCMP have charged two men in relation to a suspicious death earlier this week. Mounties were investigating the death after reports of shots being fired at Bells Point early Tuesday morning. Police have now identified the victim as 32-year-old Eric Bouchard who they...
Fred Sasakamoose statue unveiled in Saskatoon

Fred Sasakamoose statue unveiled in Saskatoon

A bronze statue of Fred Sasakamoose stands across from Gordie Howe to celebrate two of Saskatchewan’s greatest hockey players. The unveiling of the Sasakamoose statue took place during a special ceremony Wednesday morning with hundred’s of people and...