La Ronge library on reduced hours due to security threats

La Ronge library on reduced hours due to security threats

After receiving what it describes as security threats to staff from some patrons, the Alex Robertson Library in La Ronge is on reduced hours. Until further notice, the library will close at 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and be closed on Saturday. All after school...

Ice Wolves make deal with Weyburn

The La Ronge Ice Wolves have made a trade with the Weyburn Red Wings.  The Ice Wolves have acquired 18-year-old forward Nolan Doell and the CJHL rights to 18-year-old forward Matthew Culling from the Weyburn Red Wings in exchange for a player development fee.  Doell...
Spring run-off expected to be normal for the North

Spring run-off expected to be normal for the North

Northern Saskatchewan is predicted to enter winter in normal run-off conditions for the spring. The Water Security Agency said this is the result of below normal precipitation this fall after a wetter than normal summer. “We’re seeing near normal conditions for most...
Prince Albert police open new downtown substation office

Prince Albert police open new downtown substation office

The Prince Albert Police Service celebrated the grand opening of its new downtown substation office Tuesday morning. The new 15,000 square foot office, located on 10th Street East, will accommodate a number of services including child protection, victim and community...
La Ronge man continues fight for long-term care facility

La Ronge man continues fight for long-term care facility

Gary Veteri of La Ronge was at the Legislature Monday, to pressure the government to build the promised long-term care facility. Veteri made the trip last year, to advocate for his wife, who he cares for as she has early onset dementia. “Right now she needs a...
Consent changes coming to SHA: Reiter

Consent changes coming to SHA: Reiter

Changes are coming to how patients are informed and consent to medical procedures, following an allegation of coerced or forced tubal ligation on a Nakoda woman at the Moose Jaw Hospital. The incident was alleged to happen in December to the woman set to give birth to...
Manson named SJHL Defenceman of the Week  

Manson named SJHL Defenceman of the Week  

Ben Manson of the La Ronge Ice Wolves has been named the SJHL Defenceman of the Week. Manson had four points in three games this past week as the Ice Wolves picked up two wins in three games. Manson has recorded 13 points in 25 games this season and has also tallied...