Survivor becomes advocate
By Phil Ambroziak
Eight months after a fatal rollover near Dorintosh claimed the lives of two young men and injured three others, one of the survivors is speaking up about the importance of seatbelt safety.
“I want to send a message...
Pasture program axed
by Phil Ambroziak
A popular government program has been put out to pasture.
The Saskatchewan Pastures Program has been cut from the 2017 provincial budget, but – according to local pasture managers – it came as no surprise.
“I had a sneaking...
Donair shop opens on FDFN
by Derek Cornet
A mother-daughter duo have entered the restaurant scene with a new beef donair shop on Flying Dust First Nation.
Miss J’s Eatery has only been open a couple of weeks now, but co-owner Glenda Wuttunee said customers have...
The Conversation: Jordan Cantwell
It may have been a whirlwind visit, but Jordan Cantwell likes what she saw during her brief time in Meadow Lake. Recently, Jordan spoke with Northern Pride about her role as moderator of the United Church of Canada, the...
Big bucks earned for Calgary
by Phil Ambroziak
What a difference a year makes.
After experiencing a decline in 2016 as a result of an economic downturn, fortunes have rebounded for the Calgary Stampede GMC Rangeland Derby chuckwagon canvas auction which, this year, achieved its ninth...
Keep STC on the road
The wheels on the bus go round and round... but not for much longer.
One of the biggest hits to come out of the 2017 provincial budget is the impending cancellation of the STC bus service. Considering the pressure the...
STC service to be cut
by Phil Ambroziak
Good things come to those who wait. The Government of Saskatchewan is encouraging residents to heed these words and to weather the storm as it continues its efforts to bring its finances back into check following a...
JSJH gets reality check
by Phil Ambroziak
Things just got real at Jonas Samson Junior High... or did they?
This past Friday (March 17), the school unveiled the latest tool to help students gain a better grasp of the various subjects they study in the...
The Conversation: Darryl Neufeld
Some of the best local companies were honoured at the Meadow Lake and District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards recently, and among the winners was Neufeld Contracting owner Darryl Neufeld. Darryl spoke with Northern Pride about being named...
Provincial gold for CHS
by Phil Ambroziak
History has been made at Carpenter High School.
This past weekend saw Grade 10 athlete Jacob Ambroziak go undefeated to earn a gold medal at the Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) provincial wrestling championships held in Warman....