Saskatoon news

• Shooting victim taken to Saskatoon hospital

  31-08-2017 23:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police are investigating a shooting that sent a male victim to hospital.
  Officers responded Thursday around 3 p.m. after a report of an injured person in the 2200 block of St. Charles Avenue, Saskatoon police said in a news release. Officers and emergency responders found the male suffering from a gunshot wound. There was a heavy police presence in the area in the minutes immediately after the incident.
  The shooting victim’s condition was not immediately known, according to polic
  
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• Young male rushed to hospital after being found injured in Exhibition area

  31-08-2017 23:52
  Investigators are searching for suspects and a man is in hospital with unknown injuries after he was found injured in Saskatoon’s Exhibition neighbourhood.
  
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• Person Injured - 2200 Block St. Charles Avenue

  31-08-2017 23:42 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Shortly after 3 p.m., August 31, 2017, Police responded to a report of a person injured in the 2200 block of St. Charles Avenue. The person, a male, was suffering from a gunshot wound. He has been transported to hospital in an unknown condition.There is a visible police presence in the area as Police investigate. The public is asked to avoid the area.
  
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• Woman wanted after fleeing traffic stop near Waskesiu arrested

  31-08-2017 23:22
  A woman who RCMP say took off on foot during a traffic stop has been arrested.
  
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• Arrest warrant issued for woman after she fled from RCMP: police

  31-08-2017 23:22
  The RCMP are asking the public for help in the search of a woman who took off during a traffic stop.
  
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• Semi driver from Shellbrook dies in crash west of Prince Albert

  31-08-2017 23:16 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 72-year-old man from the Shellbrook area is dead after the semi he was driving crashed in a ditch west of Prince Albert.
  Prince Albert RCMP responded Thursday around 8 a.m. to a report of a single-vehicle crash on Highway 302, approximately 25 kilometres west of P.A. According to RCMP in a news release, the westbound semi left the road and wound up in a ditch. The driver and lone occupant was pronounced dead at the scene.
  Traffic in the area was restricted for several hours. The investigation
  
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• Up Front – The Sixties Scoop

  31-08-2017 23:10 via thestarphoenix.com
  Up Front is the new show from the Saskatoon StarPhoenix and Shaw TV.
  Each episode will take an in-depth look at a topic that affects Saskatoon.
  The second episode focuses on the Sixties Scoop, a dark period in Canada’s history when thousands of Indigenous children were taken from their parents.
  StarPhoenix reporter Betty Ann Adam and University of Saskatchewan professor Jackie Maurice, both children of the Sixties Scoop, discuss what it was, the effects it had and how it continues to reson
  
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• Riders’ Willie Jefferson keeping Texas close to his heart after Harvey

  31-08-2017 23:01 via globalnews.ca
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders returned to the practice field this week, giving defensive end Willie Jefferson a chance to clear his mind.
  
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• Man dead after crash on Highway 302 near Prince Albert

  31-08-2017 22:41 via globalnews.ca
  A Shellbrook-area man was declared dead after semi ended up in a ditch on Highway 302 west of Prince Albert.
  
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• Saskatchewan soccer: Looking back at the Canada Summer Games

  31-08-2017 22:34 via thestarphoenix.com
  It was the 50th anniversary of the inception of the Jeux du Canada Games, and Winnipeg — the 2017 hosts — were the largest city to ever hold the event.
  The 17-day soccer competition was broken into two parts, with all matches taking place at the Ralph Cantafio Soccer Complex. Week 1 was for the women, Week 2 the men. Canada Games soccer ages ranged from as low as 14 up to 18 years of age.
  Women’s Tournament
  Percy Hoff was handed the reins as head coach of the Saskatchewan
  
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• Saskatchewan becomes latest province to add abortion pill to provincial drug plan

  31-08-2017 22:33 via globalnews.ca
  Beginning September 5, Mifegymiso will be covered by the Saskatchewan Prescription Drug Plan.
  
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• Fire ban expanded across much of Saskatchewan

  31-08-2017 22:10
  A fire ban has been expanded across much of Saskatchewan amid extreme wildfire conditions.
  
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• Retiring Tory MP Gerry Ritz won’t run to lead Saskatchewan Party

  31-08-2017 22:07 via globalnews.ca
  Gerry Ritz, who announced he is leaving federal politics, said he is not entering the race to be the next leader of the Saskatchewan Party.
  
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• 2 Saskatoon men face series of charges after police find loaded rifle, sawed-off shotgun

  31-08-2017 21:59 via cbc.ca
  Two men were arrested Wednesday evening after Saskatoon police say they were found concealing dangerous weapons, including a loaded rifle and a sawed-off shotgun.
  
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• Some Choose to Stay in Pelican Narrows as Fires Threaten Community dlvr.it/PjyHD2 https://t.co/VZ3F8AdAIT

  31-08-2017 21:57
  
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  31-08-2017 21:57
  
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• Saskatoon man charged in dangerous driving death sentenced to 4 years

  31-08-2017 21:55 via cbc.ca
  A four-year sentence was handed down Wednesday to Reece Terrance Fiddler, the driver in a high-speed chase in Saskatoon last October.
  
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• Conversation program helps newcomers network in Saskatoon - CBC.ca

  31-08-2017 21:46 via cbc.ca
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  Conversation program helps newcomers network in Saskatoon
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  A weekly event at Saskatoon's Global Gathering Place is gaining traction for newcomers to network and practice their English. "Every Thursday afternoon, we have a program called Coffee and Conversation where we have many newcomers to Canada ...
  
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• Conversation program helps newcomers network in Saskatoon

  31-08-2017 21:46 via cbc.ca
  A weekly event at Saskatoon's Global Gathering Place is gaining traction for newcomers to network and practice their English.
  
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• Saskatchewan issues fire ban south of Churchill River

  31-08-2017 21:43 via globalnews.ca
  Most Saskatchewan provincial parks and recreation sites under an open fire ban.
  
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• Sask. issues fire ban for much of province

  31-08-2017 21:26 via cbc.ca
  The Ministry of Environment has ordered a fire ban for most of southern and central Saskatchewan.
  
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• Wildfires and smoke continues to impact northern Saskatchewan communities

  31-08-2017 21:22 via globalnews.ca
  Over 1500 northern Saskatchewan residents have left their communities as wildfires burn nearby.
  
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• Saskatoon weather outlook: lightning, wind and fires within 1km of communities

  31-08-2017 21:13 via globalnews.ca
  Fires are now burning within one kilometre of communities as strong winds kick up and heat moves out of Saskatoon’s weather forecast. Peter Quinlan has the latest details.
  
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• Additional RCMP officers, curfew in Pelican Narrows after 1,000 people didn’t evacuate from homes

  31-08-2017 21:13
  There's now a strict curfew and increased police presence in Pelican Narrows in the wake of an evacuation order and increased smoke from wildfires in the area.
  
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• Man charged after being found in possession of loaded sawed-off rifle

  31-08-2017 20:48 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Two men, ages 27 and 28, were arrested yesterday after being found concealing dangerous weapons.At approximately 8:00 p.m., August 30, 2017, Patrol officers were responding to an unrelated call in the 2400 block of 22nd Street West when they observed two males acting suspiciously in the parking lot and attempting to avoid Police. Further investigation found the 28-year-old male to be in possession of a sawed off rifle, sawed off shotgun, an expandable baton, and several rounds of ammun
  
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• Fire Bans and Air Quality Issues dlvr.it/Pjxfkc https://t.co/OLzUcEAp1a

  31-08-2017 20:47
  
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• Advance voting in Saskatoon Fairview byelection begins Thursday

  31-08-2017 20:35
  Voters in the Saskatoon Fairview constituency can head to the advance poll Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Sask. Justice Ministry admits error in pulling prosecutor off La Loche shooter case

  31-08-2017 20:34 via cbc.ca
  Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Justice is blaming “an administrative error” for the delay in the sentencing hearing for the teen behind the La Loche shootings.
  
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• La Loche, Sask., residents disappointed in postponement of shooter sentencing

  31-08-2017 20:34 via cbc.ca
  A surprising judicial appointment has likely postponed final arguments in the case of a teen shooter for months.
  
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• Final arguments in La Loche shooter's sentencing postponed after prosecutor appointed as judge

  31-08-2017 20:34 via cbc.ca
  Final arguments in a sentencing hearing for the La Loche, Sask., teen who shot and killed four people and wounded seven others in one of the country's worst mass shootings have been postponed.
  
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• Fireworks festival could be delayed due to wind conditions

  31-08-2017 20:30
  The PotashCorp Fireworks Festival is set to get underway Friday but strong winds could cause a delay.
  
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• Houston has hope in wake of Harvey's devastation, says Saskatoon expat

  31-08-2017 20:25 via cbc.ca
  One Saskatoon woman living in hurricane ravaged Houston believes hope is dawning on the city.
  
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• Arrest - Armed Robbery - 1500 Block Rayner Avenue

  31-08-2017 20:21 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  A 44-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an armed robbery yesterday evening.At approximately 5:00 p.m., August 30, 2017, Police were dispatched to a convenience store in the 1500 block of Rayner Avenue for a report of an armed robbery that had just occurred. A lone male was reported to have entered the store wearing a black mask and demanded cash and cigarettes. The suspect alleged that he had a firearm but one was not seen. He fled the scene on foot. A canine unit was succ
  
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• Woman flees traffic stop near Waskesiu, arrest warrant out for 30 year old

  31-08-2017 20:18 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatchewan police are searching for a 30-year-old woman who fled from a traffic stop near Waskesiu into the bush on foot.
  According to RCMP, members of the Waskesiu detachment conducted a traffic stop on Sunday around 7 p.m. on Highway 2, two kilometres south of the Waskesiu junction. During the stop, a woman left the scene “and was last seen on a trail entering the bush.” Waskesiu RCMP members — along with RCMP dog services, the Saskatoon police air support unit, and a civil
  
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• 33-year-old inmate found dead at Saskatoon's Regional Psychiatric Centre

  31-08-2017 20:14 via cbc.ca
  Correctional Service Canada is investigating the death of a 33-year-old inmate in a Saskatoon prison.
  
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  31-08-2017 20:13
  
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• Open Letter Sent to the Premier over the MVA dlvr.it/PjxJlZ https://t.co/UdEBtdTBrR

  31-08-2017 20:13
  
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• Fire ban issued in RM of North Battleford

  31-08-2017 20:08 via globalnews.ca
  A fire ban has been issued in the RM of North Battleford until further notice due to the dry conditions.
  
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• Fireworks festival to fast-pitch: 5 things to do this long weekend around Saskatoon

  31-08-2017 19:59 via thestarphoenix.com
  Well, the summer months have ended and it’s back to school for our children and their teachers. And back to work for the rest of us. But that doesn’t mean there are not ways to enjoy a lovely long weekend. Here are five things to consider this weekend:
  * The PotashCorp Fireworks Festival should brighten your day. Well, your night at least. This annual event is a blast — pun intended — and entertaining for people of all ages. It runs Friday and Saturday night. Half the fun
  
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• Saskatoon police use Taser on 40-year-old man now charged with threatening officers

  31-08-2017 19:56 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 40-year-old man in Saskatoon has been charged with assaulting a police officer during an incident in which a Taser was deployed.
  The Saskatoon police air support unit spotted a fire and people in bushes near Dalmeny Road and 33rd Street on Thursday around 2:30 a.m. According to Saskatoon police in a news release, patrol officers responded to the scene and found a man sleeping. After waking up, the man “became combative, picking up a large stick and making threatening remarks”
  
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• Inmate, 33, serving time for robbery dies in custody at psychiatric centre in Saskatoon

  31-08-2017 19:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  The death of a 33-year-old inmate at the Regional Psychiatric Centre in Saskatoon does not appear to be suspicious, says the facility’s assistant warden.
  James Leo Short, 33, was pronounced dead on Wednesday, Correctional Service Canada announced Thursday. Emergency services was called to the facility but Short could not be resuscitated.
  According to assistant warden Tim Krause, Short was found unresponsive in his cell on Wednesday around 2:30 a.m. by a correctional officer during routine
  
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• Inmate dies at Regional Psychiatric Centre in Saskatoon

  31-08-2017 19:40 via globalnews.ca
  James Short, an inmate at the Regional Psychiatric Centre in Saskatoon, has died.
  
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• Vehicle left running stolen in Prince Albert

  31-08-2017 19:18 via globalnews.ca
  A man is charged with stealing a vehicle that was left running in Prince Albert.
  
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• Photos: U of S Huskies football practice

  31-08-2017 18:51 via thestarphoenix.com
  The University of Saskatchewan Huskies football team held a practice at Griffiths Stadium in Saskatoon, August 30, 2017.
  
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• Saskatchewan to offer abortion pill under province's prescription drug plan

  31-08-2017 18:43
  Starting Tuesday, women in Saskatchewan will be able to get an abortion pill under the province's prescription drug plan.
  
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• NDP request Conflict of Interest investigation into Bill Boyd and GTH land dealings

  31-08-2017 18:41 via globalnews.ca
  Interim NDP Leader Nicole Sarauer sent a letter requesting the Conflict of Interest Commissioner once again investigate Bill Boyd Wednesday.
  
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• 2017 Saskatchewan harvest well ahead of 5-year average

  31-08-2017 18:38 via globalnews.ca
  Just over one-quarter of the 2017 Saskatchewan harvest is complete, well ahead of the five-year average.
  
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• Saskatoon police Taser combative man

  31-08-2017 18:16 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police said officers had to Taser a man who became combative and threatening.
  
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• Sask. adding 'abortion pill' to drug plan, but no universal access

  31-08-2017 18:10 via cbc.ca
  Mifegymiso, an "abortion pill" that can be administered up to 49 days into a pregnancy, will be partially covered by the Saskatchewan Drug Plan effective Sept. 5.
  
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• Sask. adding 'abortion pill' Mifegymiso to provincial drug plan effective Sept. 5

  31-08-2017 18:10 via cbc.ca
  Mifegymiso, an "abortion pill" that can be administered up to 49 days into a pregnancy, will be partially covered by the Saskatchewan Drug Plan effective Sept. 5.
  
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