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• Update - Police Presence / Ongoing Investigation - 300 Block Queen Street

  28-03-2025 02:19 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Traffic restrictions in the 300 block of Queen Street have been lifted. Police wish to thank the public for their attention. Further details will be released when available.(Occurrence Number: 25-41074)
  
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• Confirmed measles case leads to exposure warnings in Saskatoon, North Battleford

  28-03-2025 00:05 via cbc.ca
  
  Another measles case has been confirmed in Saskatchewan, prompting an exposure risk in about a dozen locations between Saskatoon and North Battleford.
  
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• Trade, federal engagement key priorities for Saskatchewan agricultural sector

  27-03-2025 23:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan agricultural producers are hoping to see some more clarity and engagement surrounding key issues from the incoming federal government.
  
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• Saskatoon declared a LGBTQ2-safe city

  27-03-2025 23:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon has been declared a LGBTQ2-safe city, but how do advocates and people part of the community feel about the decleration?
  
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• After third confirmed case, where are the latest measles exposure risks in Saskatchewan?

  27-03-2025 22:56 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Following the third confirmed case of the measles in the province, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is notifying the public of exposure risks in two cities. Here is what you need to know ... Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan removal of industrial carbon levy reveals $430M budget hole: NDP

  27-03-2025 22:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan is set to become the first Canadian province to go “carbon tax free," but the NDP say it leaves a giant hole in the latest budget.
  
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• Police Presence / Ongoing Investigation - 300 Block Queen Street

  27-03-2025 20:58 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Police are currently at the scene of an ongoing investigation in the 300 block of Queen Street; a significant police presence exists in the area. Traffic restrictions are in place on Queen Street between 2nd Avenue North and 4th Avenue North; members of the public are asked to avoid the area.An update will be provided upon removal of traffic restrictions or as new information becomes known.(Occurrence Number: 25-41074)
  
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• SHA issues measles exposure warning in Saskatoon and North Battleford

  27-03-2025 20:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning the public about potential measles exposure in Saskatoon and North Battleford after the third confirmed case of measles.
  
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• Arrests - Drug Trafficking / Weapons Investigation - 100 Block Avenue O South

  27-03-2025 20:17 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Three people have been arrested following an investigation by the Saskatoon Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit.On March 26, 2025, members of the Guns and Gangs Unit, with the assistance of the Tactical Support Unit and Drug Unit, conducted enforcement action in relation to a drug trafficking and firearms investigation. At approximately 3:30 p.m., police arrested two men in the area of 22nd Street and Avenue P. Following their arrests, at around 5:00 p.m., a search warrant was executed at an addr
  
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• 'We can't be left out:' Indigenous leaders want action, inclusion as election heats up

  27-03-2025 20:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Indigenous leaders are demanding action as Canada's federal election heats up, hoping their peoples' past sacrifices to secure and defend this country aren't forgotten in the trade and affordability focused campaign.
  
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• Premier Moe backs Danielle Smith’s controversial U.S. advocacy efforts

  27-03-2025 19:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  It comes as Smith heads to Florida for an event with a far-right U.S. influencer who has mocked Canada as a 'silly country' and spoken about it being annexed as the 51st state.
  
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• Saskatchewan prepares for freezing rain, snow across the province

  27-03-2025 19:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  It isn’t time to take off that winter jacket just yet, as Saskatchewan gets ready for another battle with winter.
  
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• Canadians alarmed by text messages asking their vote preference. Then their postal code. Then their name

  27-03-2025 18:58 via cbc.ca
  
  The Canadian Research Insights Council (CRIC), a polling industry association, has received numerous complaints about these text-message tactics from ERG National Research.
  
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• 'The human suffering is staggering': city council discusses homelessness plan

  27-03-2025 18:18 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Mike Scott has lived through homelessness. He has walked the streets. He knows what it means to be invisible in the very place he calls home. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan government to eliminate industrial carbon tax on April 1

  27-03-2025 18:05 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Scott Moe announced his government will pause Saskatchewan's Output-Based Performance Standards program. The change will come into effect on April 1.
  
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• Pacific Avenue emergency shelter renovations complete, opening date in April

  27-03-2025 18:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The City of Saskatoon announced that the temporary emergency shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue is ready for use after renovations. Read More
  
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• ‘Not Like Us’: Saskatoon Blades maintain underdog identity to begin WHL playoffs

  27-03-2025 17:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Playoffs have arrived for the Saskatoon Blades, who head into the WHL post-season with a much younger team than in years past, hungry to prove their doubters wrong.
  
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• Sask. reboots foreign worker nominee program with focus on health care, ag, trades

  27-03-2025 17:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Ottawa slashed Saskatchewan's 2025 allocation under the foreign worker nominee program to 3,625 — the lowest level since 2009 — and now 75 per cent of all nominees must already live in Canada as temporary residents.
  
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• Sask. reboots foreign worker nominee program with focus on health care, ag and trades

  27-03-2025 17:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Ottawa slashed Saskatchewan's 2025 allocation to 3,625 — the lowest level since 2009 — and now 75 per cent of all nominees must already live in Canada as temporary residents.
  
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• Conditional discharge, probation for man who harassed women in Saskatoon's Mayfair neighbourhood

  27-03-2025 17:11 via cbc.ca
  
  A man charged with harassing women in Saskatoon's Mayfair neighbourhood last summer has pleaded guilty. Jithin Jose was given a conditional discharge and six months probation in provincial court.
  
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• Robbery / Weapon - 200 Block Betts Avenue

  27-03-2025 15:59 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One man has been arrested following a robbery yesterday morning.At around 9:30 a.m. on March 26, 2025, police were called to a business in the 200 block of Betts Avenue for a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers observed the suspect male attempting to flee the area while in possession of a bat; he was arrested without further incident and found to be in possession of items believed to belong to the business.As a result, the 32-year-old Saskatoon man has been charged with robbery and failu
  
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• How I keep my 500 houseplants happy and healthy all year

  27-03-2025 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Aja Burton's house in Regina is brimming with greenery, and she couldn't be happier about it. Here are her tips and tricks for getting them to thrive ... even when the sun isn't shining.
  
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• This Sask. woman called police for help after a fight with her ex. She ended up getting charged

  27-03-2025 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Tasha Dobni says she doesn’t feel safe calling the Moose Jaw, Sask., police anymore. That’s because the last time she called them for help after a former partner assaulted her, she ended up getting charged herself.
  
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• Draggins Custom Car Show raises funds for Saskatoon charities in 1989

  27-03-2025 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
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• Letters: Saskatchewan pays price for cancellation of carbon tax

  27-03-2025 12:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  As his first act upon becoming prime minister, Mark Carney cancelled the consumer fuel charge. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon city council approves west side intersection upgrades to stop drivers from taking shoulder

  27-03-2025 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon city council approved the functional designs for a project meant to upgrade a busy westside intersection.
  
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• Free naloxone nasal spray needed to deal with Sask. overdose spike, say front-line groups

  27-03-2025 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  In the midst of an overdose crisis, organizations are calling for the Saskatchewan government to fund naloxone nasal spray, which is easier to use.
  
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• My son and I live with the constant threat of being homeless. Housing is my election priority

  27-03-2025 09:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Anna-Ise Dutka-Stainbrook feels unsettled about voting, not yet having seen a party deliver a platform that she thinks will meaningfully address Canada's housing crisis for low-income renters.
  
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• Family of man who died 13 days after moving into Saskatoon long-term care facility calls for changes - CBC.ca

  27-03-2025 02:47 via news.google.com
  Family of man who died 13 days after moving into Saskatoon long-term care facility calls for changes  CBC.ca
  
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• Family of man who died 13 days after moving into Saskatoon long-term care facility calls for changes

  27-03-2025 02:47 via cbc.ca
  
  The family of Erwin Lukan says they hoped moving him into a care home would provide him with the care he needed for a urinary tract. Instead, after moving into Northern Light Care Home in Saskatoon, his health swiftly deteriorated, and he died just 13 days after being admitted.
  
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• Saskatoon City Council expands its role in tackling homelessness crisis - CJWW

  27-03-2025 01:17 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon City Council expands its role in tackling homelessness crisis  CJWW
  
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• Saskatoon road crews prepare to tackle blast of snow and freezing rain - CJWW

  27-03-2025 00:57 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon road crews prepare to tackle blast of snow and freezing rain  CJWW
  
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• Saskatoon family advocates for better oversight of care homes and more government funding after father dies - CJWW

  27-03-2025 00:49 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon family advocates for better oversight of care homes and more government funding after father dies  CJWW
  
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• Premier Scott Moe announces Saskatchewan will be ‘first fully carbon tax–free province’

  27-03-2025 00:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  Moe said the move will give consumers a break and make industries more competitive as the United States imposes tariffs on Canada.
  
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• City council declares Saskatoon a 2SLGBTQQIA+ safe city - CTV News

  26-03-2025 23:59 via news.google.com
  City council declares Saskatoon a 2SLGBTQQIA+ safe city  CTV News
  
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• 2025 WHL Playoffs Preview: 3) Calgary Hitmen Versus 6) Saskatoon Blades - Yahoo Canada Sports

  26-03-2025 23:38 via news.google.com
  2025 WHL Playoffs Preview: 3) Calgary Hitmen Versus 6) Saskatoon Blades  Yahoo Canada Sports
  
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• Prairie Harm Reduction calls government response to overdose crisis ‘inadequate’

  26-03-2025 23:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  Despite the province saying support is on the way for Prairie Harm Reduction, Saskatoon's safe drug consumption site says they are yet to receive any help.
  
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• Uncle, nephew sentenced for historical Sask. murder uncovered by Mr. Big sting

  26-03-2025 23:02 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Almost three years after a Saskatchewan man and his uncle confessed during an undercover police investigation, Robert Wesley Pich and John Robert Gregoire were sentenced for their roles in the historical homicide of Edward (Ted) Keith Geddes. Read More
  
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• SERIES PREVIEW: (6) Saskatoon Blades vs. (3) Calgary Hitmen - Canadian Hockey League

  26-03-2025 21:56 via news.google.com
  SERIES PREVIEW: (6) Saskatoon Blades vs. (3) Calgary Hitmen  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• 'Hazardous' travel conditions, snow forecast for much of Saskatchewan

  26-03-2025 21:49 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Just when it's felt like spring has sprung in Saskatchewan, winter weather is in the forecast. Read More
  
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• Two Saskatoon teens receive $100,000 Loran Award - CTV News

  26-03-2025 21:05 via news.google.com
  Two Saskatoon teens receive $100,000 Loran Award  CTV News
  
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• Saskatoon firefighters use ‘transitional attack’ on Pleasant Hill blaze - CTV News

  26-03-2025 20:30 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon firefighters use ‘transitional attack’ on Pleasant Hill blaze  CTV News
  
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• Saskatoon hit with drug crisis with hundreds of overdose calls in past month - Yahoo News Canada

  26-03-2025 19:18 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon hit with drug crisis with hundreds of overdose calls in past month  Yahoo News Canada
  
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• Saskatoon hit with drug crisis with hundreds of overdose calls in past month - The Brandon Sun

  26-03-2025 19:17 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon hit with drug crisis with hundreds of overdose calls in past month  The Brandon Sun
  
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• Saskatoon struggling with hundreds of overdoses in past month as city, province consider solutions - CBC.ca

  26-03-2025 18:52 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon struggling with hundreds of overdoses in past month as city, province consider solutions  CBC.ca
  
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• Shaping Saskatchewan: Zach Drew

  26-03-2025 18:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  On this week's version of Shaping Saskatchewan, we sit down with Zach Drew to discuss his journey with sobriety and how fitness turned his life around.
  
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• Saskatoon mayor on the city's overdose crisis - CBC.ca

  26-03-2025 18:46 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon mayor on the city's overdose crisis  CBC.ca
  
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• Prince Albert Youth Jazz Band building bridges in Saskatoon - Prince Albert Daily Herald

  26-03-2025 18:40 via news.google.com
  Prince Albert Youth Jazz Band building bridges in Saskatoon  Prince Albert Daily Herald
  
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• Sask. to start charging PST on vaping products

  26-03-2025 18:27 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government is removing a provincial sales tax exemption on vapour products sold in the province.
  
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• Woman arrested after allegedly showing a gun at a Saskatoon business - CJWW

  26-03-2025 18:14 via news.google.com
  Woman arrested after allegedly showing a gun at a Saskatoon business  CJWW
  
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