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Prince Albert police make arrests in illegal firearms clampdown

Prince Albert police make arrests in illegal firearms clampdown

On Jan. 15, while on regular patrol in the 1100 block of 1st Avenue West, PPU members recognized a male walking on the street who had outstanding warrants for his arrest.
СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Jeremy Cockrill reflects on past year, looks forward to year ahead

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Jeremy Cockrill reflects on past year, looks forward to year ahead

"The last four years has been a real pleasure to serve our community in this way, so I'm looking forward to continuing that."
Two accused in Megan Gallagher death stand trial in Saskatoon

Two accused in Megan Gallagher death stand trial in Saskatoon

Cheyann Crystal Peeteetuce and Summer-Sky Henry are СÀ¶ÊÓƵ tried simultaneously at the Court of King's Bench.
Learning Fort Battleford's historical significance

Learning Fort Battleford's historical significance

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner has helped in promoting understanding of the history of treaties.
Cocaine, methamphetamine and slingshot seized in drug bust

Cocaine, methamphetamine and slingshot seized in drug bust

On Jan. 11 at approximately 9:20 p.m., Prince Albert RCMP received a request for assistance from Correctional Service Canada (CSC) in relation to a drug trafficking investigation at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary outside of Prince Albert.
Suspect facing charges after crash, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ police incident

Suspect facing charges after crash, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ police incident

At approximately 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, while on regular patrol, officers observed a vehicle believed to have been involved in multiple prior evade police incidents driving in the 2800 block of 6th Avenue East.
RCMP Commander shares thoughts on past year and plans ahead

RCMP Commander shares thoughts on past year and plans ahead

Looking at some of the RCMP's achievements in tackling crime in 2024, Gilbert said the RCMP have taken a proactive approach, which is reflected in its latest statistics.
Suspect allegedly tried to ram RCMP vehicle with tractor

Suspect allegedly tried to ram RCMP vehicle with tractor

On Jan. 8, Prince Albert RCMP planned to visit a rural residence approximately 15 kilometres west of Prince Albert in relation to an ongoing investigation.
Two people charged after police seize firearm, knives from vehicle

Two people charged after police seize firearm, knives from vehicle

On Jan. 11 at approximately 11:30 p.m., while on regular patrol in the area of 15th Street West and 1st Avenue West, officers observed a vehicle driving in an unsafe manner and quickly conducted a traffic stop.
Ordinary people doing extraordinary jobs earns King Charles Medal for Sask. woman

Ordinary people doing extraordinary jobs earns King Charles Medal for Sask. woman

More than 25 years of dedication to career in healthcare earns Denise Houk-Blain King Charless III Coronation Medal.
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