Today marks third anniversary of La Loche shooting

Today marks third anniversary of La Loche shooting

Today is the third anniversary of the fatal shooting in La Loche, which killed four people and seriously injured seven others. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is expected in the northern community Wednesday for a funding announcement, marked the day as a day of...
Four people arrested after wild chase near Makwa First Nation

Four people arrested after wild chase near Makwa First Nation

Loon Lake RCMP say a high speed pursuit of two suspect vehicles resulted in the arrest and charges of four people, following what is believed to be gang related activity on the Makwa Lake First Nation last week. At approximately 4 a.m. on January 17, Loon Lake RCMP...
The Ahtahkakoop First Nation to file Cows and Ploughs claim

The Ahtahkakoop First Nation to file Cows and Ploughs claim

The Ahtahkakoop First Nation says it is preparing a Treaty Benefits Claim against the federal government for loss of economic development regarding agricultural provisions under Treaty 6. The First Nation says in a newsletter to members that provisions under the “Cows...
Blackhawks defeat Contacts in La Ronge 

Blackhawks defeat Contacts in La Ronge 

Hundreds of people packed the stands at the JRMCC on the Lac La Ronge Indian Band to see a Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League game Saturday afternoon between the Beardy’s Blackhawks and the Saskatoon Contacts.  In the end, the Blackhawks skated away with a 3-1...
Ice Wolves swept by Hawks in weekend series 

Ice Wolves swept by Hawks in weekend series 

The La Ronge Ice Wolves Ice Wolves were looking to end their weekend on a winning note in Nipawin Saturday, but it was the Hawks prevailing with a 5-1 victory.  “They dictated the play for most of the night, they’re a tough team to play against, they come in waves —...
Ice Wolves earn point in shootout loss to Hawks 

Ice Wolves earn point in shootout loss to Hawks 

The La Ronge Ice Wolves earned a single point following a 3-2 shootout loss to the league-leading Nipawin Hawks on Friday night at the Mel Hegland Uniplex.  “I thought we played quite well, actually,” said Ice Wolves Head Coach and GM Evan Vossen. “You know, a couple...