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• Fewer Saskatoon drivers ticketed means less money for the city

  20-09-2017 23:27 via cbc.ca
  The city is downgrading its traffic revenue forecast by $500,000 in light of increased compliance.
  
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• Turnout down sharply for Fairview byelection compared to general election

  20-09-2017 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  Turnout for this month’s byelection in Saskatoon Fairview was down 14 per cent compared to turnout for the 2016 general election.
  According to the final numbers, released Wednesday by Elections Saskatchewan, a total of 4,596 votes were cast in the Sept. 7 byelection. NDP candidate Vicki Mowat received 2,770 votes (60.3 per cent) to finish well ahead of the Saskatchewan Party’s Cameron Scott, who received 1,427 (31 per cent). Liberal Party’s Shah Rukh finished with 204
  
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• ANNUAL FALL TURKEY SUPPER

  20-09-2017 23:25 via globalnews.ca
  Mount Royal Emmanuel United Church Presents: ANNUAL FALL TURKEY SUPPER. TWO SITTINGS:  4:30PM  and  6:00PM.  ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY.  BOOK SALE, BAKE TABLE, TAKEOUT AVAILABLE, DELIVERY AVAILABLE (West Side Only), WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE. Phone Barb @306-249-2433 for tickets. Adults: $17.00, Children (ages 6 to 12): $6.00, Children (5 and under) free.
  
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• CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE – PUBLIC TOURS

  20-09-2017 23:12 via globalnews.ca
  The Canadian Light Source is celebrating Global Biotech Week and opening its doors for public tours.  The one-hour tours are free. TOUR TIMES:  2:30pm AND 7:00pm. This is in conjunction with Global Biotech Week, an international celebration of the innovation and creativity of life science researchers. Go to http://www.eventbrite.ca to book your free tour or...
  
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• THE CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE – PUBLIC TOURS

  20-09-2017 23:07 via globalnews.ca
  The Canadian Light Source is celebrating Global Biotech Week and opening its doors for public tours.  The one hour tours are free. TOUR TIMES:  2:30pm AND 7:00pm. This is in conjunction with Global Biotech Week, an international celebration of the innovation and creativity of life science researchers. Go to http://www.eventbrite.ca to book your free tour...
  
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• RCMP investigation into GTH nearing completion

  20-09-2017 23:07 via cbc.ca
  The Saskatchewan RCMP is wrapping up its investigation into land transactions at the GTH.
  
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• PotashCorp temporarily cutting production at Sask. potash mines to balance output

  20-09-2017 23:05 via cbc.ca
  Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. says it's temporarily cutting production at two mines to balance its overall output.
  
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• Evacuation order lifted for Pelican Narrows

  20-09-2017 22:44 via globalnews.ca
  The remaining evacuees from Pelican Narrows are now able to return home.
  
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• Tory leader pushed to apologize after MP calls minister ‘climate Barbie’

  20-09-2017 22:43 via globalnews.ca
  Following a barrage of online criticism, Gerry Ritz apologized for the comment Tuesday night.
  
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• City asks the public to name Saskatoon bridge

  20-09-2017 22:03
  The city of Saskatoon is asking residents to name the North Commuter Parkway Bridge.
  
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• Minister urges Andrew Scheer to apologize for Conservative MP’s ‘climate barbie’ comments

  20-09-2017 22:00 via globalnews.ca
  Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr called on Opposition Leader Andrew Scheer to apologize for comments by MP Gerry Ritz in which he called Environment Minister Catherine McKenna a “climate barbie.”
  
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• Are support programs and treatment for child porn and child sex offenders effective?

  20-09-2017 21:47 via thestarphoenix.com
  Dave Feick walks around the top floor of a converted duplex in Saskatoon’s Pleasant Hill neighbourhood, pointing to a small, empty meeting room. It’s one of the meeting places used by an unusual support group for some of the most vilified people in society. 
  Just as there are support groups for alcoholics, Feick believes the same is needed for child porn and child sex offenders. 
  “Every one of them is going to be released at some point, so it’s best to have some
  
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• Remai Modern details its inaugural exhibition, opening party

  20-09-2017 21:36 via thestarphoenix.com
  Remai Modern has just released details of its first exhibition, and it’s a big one.
  Almost 80 artists will have an impact on the gallery opening Oct. 21.
   “The breadth of artists we’ve brought together for our inaugural exhibition, Field Guide, is quite expansive and diverse,” said Gregory Burke, executive director and CEO. He curated the exhibit along with Director of Programs and Chief Curator Sandra Guimarães.
  A major acquisition by the gallery is Ryan Gand
  
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• Meewasin funding troubles lead to closures at Beaver Creek Conservation Area

  20-09-2017 21:35 via globalnews.ca
  Meewasin interim CEO Doug Porteous says the partial closure of the Beaver Creek Conservation Area could be the beginning of many changes for the authority.
  
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• McKenna says sexist comments shouldn't dissuade women from politics

  20-09-2017 21:27
  Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna said it’s 'really sad' that she’s in the position of having to respond to a comment from a Conservative MP who compared her to a Barbie doll, but said sexist comments shouldn’t dissuade women from entering politics.
  
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• Saskatoon weather outlook: snow to end summer in Saskatchewan

  20-09-2017 21:12 via globalnews.ca
  Summer ends with snow in parts of Saskatchewan and a cool start to fall with a risk of frost in Saskatoon’s weather forecast ahead. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan with the details.
  
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• PotashCorp temporarily cutting production at Allan, Lanigan mines

  20-09-2017 20:59 via globalnews.ca
  PotashCorp is temporarily cutting production at its Allan and Lanigan mines to balance overall output.
  
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• People think Premier Brad Wall stepping down for negative reasons, poll suggests

  20-09-2017 20:53 via cbc.ca
  According to a new poll, a majority of people asked think Premier Brad Wall is getting out of politics to avoid the fallout from bad decisions making.
  
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• Growing foster homes in northeast Saskatchewan target of campaign

  20-09-2017 20:39 via globalnews.ca
  A public awareness campaign is being launched in northern Saskatchewan to encourage people to consider opening foster homes.
  
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• Provincial fire ban lifted in Sask.

  20-09-2017 20:38
  A fire ban that was issued for all provincial Crown land south of the Churchill River in Saskatchewan has now been lifted.
  
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• Saskatoon weather outlook: snow for the final day of summer in Sask.

  20-09-2017 20:35 via globalnews.ca
  Summer ends with snow in parts of Saskatchewan and a cool start to fall with a risk of frost in Saskatoon's weather forecast ahead.
  
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• Soldier Believes Anti-Malarial Drug Behind Suicides, Not PTSD dlvr.it/PpKD9n https://t.co/7mMmxIlrtI

  20-09-2017 20:23
  
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• Blades trade Flodell dlvr.it/PpKDMf https://t.co/Daxb4Lg3oT

  20-09-2017 20:23
  
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• Saskatoon's north bridge name deadline nears

  20-09-2017 20:11 via cbc.ca
  The deadline is drawing close for citizens of Saskatoon to forward their ideas to name the new North Commuter Parkway.
  
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• Riders sign Canadian defensive back Elie Bouka, make other roster moves

  20-09-2017 20:04
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed Canadian defensive back Elie Bouka on Wednesday.
  
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• Mayor Charlie Clark heard concerns about Dundonald pond as councillor but can't confirm they related to safety

  20-09-2017 20:02 via cbc.ca
  Saskatoon mayor Charlie Clark heard concerns about the Dundonald storm pond as a city councillor over the past decade, but can't confirm they focused on safety.
  
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• Provincial fire ban lifted

  20-09-2017 20:00 via cbc.ca
  Late season campers in Saskatchewan will be happy to learn that they’ll be able to warm themselves by the fire once again.
  
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• PotashCorp temporarily cutting production at potash mines to balance output

  20-09-2017 19:59 via thestarphoenix.com
  SASKATOON — Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. says it’s temporarily cutting production at two mines to balance its overall output.
  The Saskatoon-based company (TSX:POT) said Wednesday it will curtail production at its Allan mine for 10 weeks starting Nov. 19, and at its Lanigan operation for eight weeks starting Dec. 3.
  The company said the move would help match its supply to market demand, as well as allow it to make full use of its lowest cost Rocanville facility where it rec
  
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• Understanding pedophilia and preventing child sex crimes

  20-09-2017 19:54 via thestarphoenix.com
  Dave Feick walks around the top floor of a converted duplex in Saskatoon’s Pleasant Hill neighbourhood, pointing to a small, empty meeting room. It’s one of the meeting places used by an unusual support group for some of the most vilified people in society. 
  Just as there are support groups for alcoholics, Feick believes the same is needed for child porn and child sex offenders. 
  “Every one of them is going to be released at some point, so it’s best to have some
  
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• Saskatoon Blades deal Logan Flodell, acquire Ryan Kubic

  20-09-2017 19:36 via globalnews.ca
  The Saskatoon Blades solved their overage player dilemma by dealing goaltender Logan Flodell to the Swift Current Broncos.
  
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• Taking back the Night dlvr.it/PpJZp5 https://t.co/S4EWkxR7AI

  20-09-2017 19:16
  
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• A Couple of Provinces are Ready to go With Marijuana Legalization dlvr.it/PpJZzf https://t.co/pKhtehnRY2

  20-09-2017 19:16
  
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• 'Taken too soon': Family mourns Regina woman killed in murder-suicide in N.L.

  20-09-2017 19:02
  The family of an 18-year-old Regina woman killed in a murder-suicide in Newfoundland says she was “taken too soon from us all.”
  
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• Family mourns Regina woman killed in murder-suicide in N.L.

  20-09-2017 19:02
  Taylor Balfour remembers her high school friend Ryanna Grywacheski fondly, as a talented young woman who cared deeply for her loved ones.
  
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• Photos: Trojans vs. Falcons in volleyball

  20-09-2017 18:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  The E.D. Feehan Trojans went against the Marian Graham Falcons in high school volleyball action at E.D. Feehan High School in Saskatoon, September 19, 2017.
  
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• Saskatoon Real Estate Market About to Become a Performance Leader dlvr.it/PpJG3w https://t.co/uO7k9GomSJ

  20-09-2017 18:44
  
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• Provincial Fire Ban has been Lifted dlvr.it/PpJFvV https://t.co/IoN0pboylb

  20-09-2017 18:44
  
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• Joel Gryzbowski named Saskatoon Blades backup goaltender

  20-09-2017 18:41 via globalnews.ca
  Patience pays off for Joel Gryzbowski as he finally gets his chance to play for the Saskatoon Blades.
  
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• Joel Gryzbowski gets chance with the Saskatoon Blades

  20-09-2017 18:41 via globalnews.ca
  Patience pays off for Joel Gryzbowski as he finally gets his chance to play for the Saskatoon Blades.
  
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• Alta. government defends constitutionality of brewery program following legal challenge by Saskatoon company

  20-09-2017 18:32 via cbc.ca
  The Alberta government argued for the constitutionality of its craft beer program in court Tuesday following legal challenges by out-of-province breweries.
  
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• Century-old Scottish tree with Sask. 'roots' celebrated this summer

  20-09-2017 18:07 via cbc.ca
  A spruce tree with a Saskatchewan connection was plucked from the battlefield in Belgium in World War One. There's a long story behind how it ended up at the Abercairny gardens near Crieff, Scotland.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Stepping down at inopportune time

  20-09-2017 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  In light of Brad Wall stepping down as premier of the province, and now Bill Boyd, longtime Saskatchewan Party MLA, retiring, you have to wonder if Brad Wall and Bill Boyd stepping down at the same time is more than a coincidence. At a time when our province needs strong, responsible leadership that was created by the highly controversial Regina Bypass government land scandal, they both step aside instead of seeing us through the financial nightmare in the next few years.
  How soon will it be bef
  
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• Saskatoon real estate market to outperform other Canadian cities ... - CBC.ca

  20-09-2017 17:48
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  Saskatoon's real estate market should outperform other Western Canadian cities in the coming years, according to a report released Wednesday by the Real ...
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• Saskatoon High School Huddle: week 2

  20-09-2017 17:44 via globalnews.ca
  A decades-long tradition highlights “welcome week” in Saskatoon High School Huddle.
  
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• Two Sask. potash mines temporarily shutdown

  20-09-2017 17:35
  Two potash mines in Saskatchewan are shutting down temporarily, according to PotashCorp.
  
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• Two Sask. potash mines temporarily shut down

  20-09-2017 17:35
  Two potash mines in Saskatchewan are shutting down temporarily, according to PotashCorp.
  
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• Saskatoon real estate market to outperform other Canadian cities: report

  20-09-2017 17:28 via cbc.ca
  The Real Estate Investment Network has released its Saskatoon economic fundamentals report after studying economic and demographic factors. It projects Saskatoon to be an "emerging smaller economic market and future source of growth in the Canadian real estate market".
  
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• Saskatchewan lifts fire ban south of Churchill River

  20-09-2017 16:59 via globalnews.ca
  A fire ban south of the Churchill River has been lifted by Saskatchewan Environment.
  
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• Today's Schedule dlvr.it/PpGsFz https://t.co/3uLaeTtV50

  20-09-2017 16:32
  
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• SMA President Talking to Doctors Across the Province dlvr.it/PpGs2K https://t.co/hfsWj8d3Vn

  20-09-2017 16:32
  
  SMA President Talking to Doctors Across the Province dlvr.it/PpGs2K https://t.co/hfsWj8d3Vn
  
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