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Lloydminster RCMP on scene of school bus collision

Around 4 p.m. this afternoon ( Nov. 25 ) RCMP were alerted to a collision involving a school bus in Lloydminster. Authorities stated no children we’re on the Lloydminster Catholic School Division bus when it was involved in a collision at 50 Street and 52 Avenue. The second vehicle involved is a pick-up truck which sustained some damage. There is no word on injuries. 50 street is currently down to one direction as RCMP continue their investigation.

GALLERY: CNRL field opens with win: Raiders headed to Alberta Bowl

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The Canadian Natural Resources Field officially opened Nov. 22 as the Holy Rosary Raiders hosted the St. Paul Lions. The Raiders led 16-15 late in the second quarter before taking complete control. Quarterback Brady Fallscheer found wide receiver Moya Akinloye for two of his six passing touchdowns in the final minutes of the half, giving Holy Rosary a 30-15 lead at halftime. The momentum swing took the fight out of St. Paul. Holy Rosary shut the door in the second half and closed out a 44-15 win to christen their new home field. Alberta Bowl next Holy Rosary now heads

Lloydminster RCMP on scene of collision involving pedestrian

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As of about 5:15 p.m. on Nov. 25, Lloydminster RCMP were dispatched to a collision involving a pedestrian in the 3600 block of 50 Avenue. “We received reports of a collision in the CO-OP parking lot on 50 Ave.” said RCMP Public Information Officer Mat Howell. “Initial reports were a vehicle struck a pedestrian, there is no word on the severity of injuries.” An initial photo shared with The Border Pulse showed police and Lloydminster Fire Rescue attending to a victim in the parking lot. A second photo shows EMS had arrived on scene. The investigation is ongoing. Read more:

RCMP confirm Fatal head-on collision north of Lloyd

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Maidstone RCMP have confirmed an 88-year-old man from Lloydminster, Alberta died after a two-vehicle collision Monday evening north of the city. Around 6 p.m. on Nov. 24, officers responded to a report of a crash near the intersection of Highway 17 and Highway 798, about 12 kilometres north of Lloydminster. EMS also attended. Police say a car and a truck collided. The driver and passenger of the truck were taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. The driver of the car was transported to hospital by EMS where he was later pronounced deceased. His family has been notified. Maidstone

Fatal collisions spike across Saskatchewan in November

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Saskatchewan RCMP are sounding the alarm after a sharp rise in fatal collisions on the province’s roads. From Nov. 1 to Nov. 25, officers responded to 11 fatal motor-vehicle collisions, resulting in 11 deaths. That is a 175 per cent increase in fatal collisions and a 37.5 per cent jump in fatalities compared to the same period in 2024, when four collisions caused eight deaths. Seven of this month’s deaths happened in the last seven days. So far in 2025, from Jan. 1 to Nov. 25, RCMP have responded to 89 fatal collisions, with 94 people killed. That represents a

4 charged after loaded gun found in stolen vehicle

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Lloydminster RCMP arrested four individuals after locating a stolen vehicle parked in the Bank of Montreal parking lot on Nov. 21. Police say the RCMP General Investigation Section contained the vehicle and safely arrested four people without further incident. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a loaded firearm. Charges laid: According to RCMP, the following individuals have been charged: All four face multiple offences including unauthorized possession of firearm, possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose, careless use of firearm, unsafe storage of firearm, possession of firearm with a tampered serial number, possession of property obtained

Three collisions in two hours, closed highway near maidstone

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A follow up with Saskatchewan RCMP F Division has confirmed three collisions occurred near Maidstone, Sask. within under two hours on Nov. 21, temporarily closing portions of Highway 16. RCMP say the first crash happened just after 5:30 p.m. when a car struck a semi east of Maidstone and caught fire. Fire crews and EMS responded. Two people in the car were taken to hospital with non life threatening injuries, while the semi driver was not hurt. Around 6:30 p.m., officers were called to a second collision at Township Road 480 and Range Road 3215 involving two trucks. No injuries

Head-on collision has 17 North slowed

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Highway 17 remains slow this hour as Lloydminster Rescue Squad, multiple EMS units and RCMP attend to a collision which occurred around 5 p.m. Nov. 24. The collision was reported as a head-on and occurred at the corner of 798/514 and Highway 17. Two vehicles, one pick-up truck and one sedan ended up in the southwest ditch. There were reported injuries, although the condition of the patients is unknown. There is no word on cause and the RCMP are conducting their investigation. Read more: VIDEO/GALLERY: Fire consumes home on city’s west side

Breaking: Council clashes as budget passes with 4.08 per cent increase

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Lloydminster council approved the 2026 budget Monday after a tense debate that centred on affordability, service levels and the addition of a new Intergovernmental Relations position. The discussion began with a push from several councillors to lower the 4.08 per cent tax increase to something closer to three per cent. To do that, councillors examined what could realistically be cut or delayed. Ideas ranged from postponing the playground at the Cenovus Hub to reducing trail paving and sidewalk repairs. Councillors also referenced scaling back arena upgrades, delaying recreation improvements and reviewing support for events such as Heritage Days and Streetfest.

VIDEO: Over $7.5 million seized in Lloydminster traffic stop

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A routine traffic stop has led to what police are calling a major disruption to the illegal tobacco trade, after officers seized approximately 8.8 million unstamped cigarettes with an estimated street value of $7.65 million. According to Lloydminster RCMP, the seizure took place in the early morning hours of Nov. 18, when officers stopped a semi-truck travelling along 44 Street. Police say the driver was unable to provide proper documentation for the load, which led to a trailer inspection and the eventual execution of a search warrant. The operation included the Lloydminster RCMP Forensic Identification Section, Crime Reduction Unit, Saskatchewan