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• Saskatoon police investigate homicide in Pleasant Hill

  14-02-2018 23:38 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police responded to an area along Avenue P South early Wednesday morning.
  
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• Global warming amplifying flood, drought conditions in Sask., Assiniboine Basin conference hears

  14-02-2018 23:35 via cbc.ca
  Saskatchewan can expect the current swing between flooding and drought conditions to continue or even worsen due to climate change, according to a professor at the University of Regina.
  
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• Man's death in Saskatoon now being investigated as homicide

  14-02-2018 23:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police are now investigating the death of a 28-year-old man as a homicide.
  A heavy city police presence was in the 100 block of Avenue P South early Wednesday morning, investigating what police deemed a suspicious death. Police received a report about an injured man in the area of Avenue P South between 21st and 22nd Streets and went to the scene around 4:30 a.m., according to a police media release.
  Police are not releasing information about the nature of the man’s injuries. He
  
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• 'Frustrated and helpless': Rural residents say Stanley trial sparked concerns about crime and safety

  14-02-2018 23:15 via cbc.ca
  Feelings of frustration and helplessness are again simmering in rural parts of Saskatchewan as leaders seek solutions to combat rural crime.
  
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• 'Frustrated and helpless': Rural residents say Stanley trial highlights crime, police response time concerns

  14-02-2018 23:15 via cbc.ca
  Feelings of frustration and helplessness are simmering in rural parts of Saskatchewan in the wake of the Gerald Stanley trial, which underlined long-standing concerns over crime and law enforcement's ability to adequately respond to it.
  
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• Sask. First Nation sisters developing scholarships through Indigenous greeting card sales

  14-02-2018 23:12 via cbc.ca
  A new venture in Indigenous greeting cards is beginning to catch on. A collaboration between a local artist and a game board inventor has resulted in an initiative to help other Indigenous women enter the gaming industry.
  
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• Driver Rescued After Vehicle-Tree Collision dlvr.it/QGNcVr https://t.co/EL5iG2C0kU

  14-02-2018 22:57
  
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• Police Presence - 400 block Avenue S South

  14-02-2018 22:56 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  A number of Saskatoon Police Service units are present in the 400 block of Avenue S South at this hour.  Officers are at the scene in an effort to execute a warrant at a residence.  It is believed that one or more people may be inside the residence and may have access to a firearm.  A perimeter has been established for safety and the SPS is asking the public to avoid the area.An update will be sent when more information is available.  
  
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• Update - Suspicious Death - 100 Block Ave P South

  14-02-2018 22:47 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon Police Major Crime Section is continuing to investigate a suspicious death that occurred earlier this morning. At approximately 4:30 a.m., February 14, 2018, Police responded to a report of an injured male on Avenue P South between 21st and 22nd Streets. The 28-year-old man was later pronounced deceased at the scene. The nature of the man's injuries is not being released at this time but his death is now being investigated as a homicide. Next of kin have b
  
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  14-02-2018 22:24
  
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• Saskatchewan at the 2018 Winter Olympics (Feb. 14-15): Emily Clark and Linden Vey hit the ice

  14-02-2018 22:21 via thestarphoenix.com
  Who: Emily Clark
  Clark, a Saskatoon native, is part of the Canadian women’s hockey team looking to win a fifth-consecutive Olympic gold medal. In their third round-robin game of the 2018 Olympics (9:10 p.m. in Saskatoon on Wednesday), the Canadians take on the United States in what has widely been predicted to be a preview of the gold-medal final.
  Clark, a three-time silver medallist at the IIHF world championships,is the youngest player on the team and the lone player from Saskatchew
  
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• ‘All Canadians have a stake in getting this right’: Trudeau promises new legal framework for Indigenous people

  14-02-2018 21:55 via globalnews.ca
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced a bill on the recognition and implementation of Indigenous rights in the House of Commons Wednesday. This comes a day a meeting between the Prime Minister and the family of Colton Boushie to discuss potential justice reforms.
  
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• Trudeau talks about his meeting with Colten Boushie’s family

  14-02-2018 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  In the House of Commons Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau talks about his meeting with Colten Boushie’s family saying that despite all their grief their focus was on way to fix the system.
  
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• Jerome Messam returning to the Riders

  14-02-2018 21:28 via globalnews.ca
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders announced on Wednesday they have signed Canadian running back Jerome Messam.
  
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• 'I hold them when they cry': HIV-positive Saskatoon woman helps female inmates get tested

  14-02-2018 21:24 via cbc.ca
  Debbie Roberts says the incarcerated women she speaks to about HIV don’t usually want to discuss the idea of getting tested when they are still behind bars.
  
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• Put yourself in a juror’s shoes: Here is the transcript of the judge's instructions to Gerald Stanley's jury

  14-02-2018 21:05 via thestarphoenix.com
  It was a verdict that sparked protests across the country and elicited a pledge from the prime minister to reset the scales of justice for Indigenous people.
  Last Friday in a small courthouse in Battleford, a jury acquitted Gerald Stanley, a 56-year-old farmer, of second-degree murder in the shooting death of Colten Boushie. He was a 22-year-old Cree man from the Red Pheasant First Nation reserve, about 60 kilometres from the Stanley farm.
  The jury of 12 — none of whom were visibly Indigen
  
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• Passengers hurt, ticket issued, in collision involving Saskatoon Transit bus

  14-02-2018 21:03 via globalnews.ca
  A collision involving a Saskatoon Transit bus occurred at around 11 a.m. CT Wednesday on the North Circle Drive Bridge.
  
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• Saskatoon parents rally to save preschool hearing program

  14-02-2018 21:01 via cbc.ca
  James Wild says his child's education will suffer if the Language Learning Preschool program at Lawson Heights School is cut this year.
  
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• Collision Updates

  14-02-2018 20:56 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The following are updates relating to collisions across the City. The 16-year-old driver involved in the collision in the 300 block of Berini Drive was transported to hospital. His injuries have been downgraded and he is believed to be in stable condition. Traffic restrictions remain in place while Collision Analysts investigate.The scenes of two collisions on Circle Drive (one near Warman Road, the other by Preston Avenue North) are now clear. Traffic should be flowing normally. 
  
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• Accidents On Saskatoon's Roads dlvr.it/QGMlDh https://t.co/1dGEECfRbJ

  14-02-2018 20:42
  
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• Indigenous entrepreneur and police officer spins her way to success with Saskatoon cycle studio - CBC.ca

  14-02-2018 20:31
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  Indigenous entrepreneur and police officer spins her way to success with Saskatoon cycle studio
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  You might think being a Saskatoon police officer wouldn't leave you time to do much else — certainly not help start a successful business. But Shaina Lynden is not just a full-time officer — she's also a co-owner of Ryde YXE, a spin cycle studio that ...
  
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• Indigenous entrepreneur and police officer spins her way to success with Saskatoon cycle studio

  14-02-2018 20:31 via cbc.ca
  A business owner and full-time police officer in Saskatoon will tell her story this week at the Aboriginal Women’s Business Entrepreneurship Network Conference in Saskatoon.
  
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• Messam makes his return to Riderville dlvr.it/QGMVWT https://t.co/nCi82bJD2A

  14-02-2018 20:07
  
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• High School Huddle: crowning curling champions

  14-02-2018 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  The Saskatoon Secondary Schools Athletic Directorate is crowning curling champions this week.
  
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• Blowing Snow, Icy Sections On Some Highways And City Streets dlvr.it/QGMDYh https://t.co/7du8f3U0Xy

  14-02-2018 19:32
  
  Blowing Snow, Icy Sections On Some Highways And City Streets dlvr.it/QGMDYh https://t.co/7du8f3U0Xy
  
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• Saskatoon police warn of slippery conditions after city bus crash and life-threatening collision with tree

  14-02-2018 19:27 via cbc.ca
  A Saskatoon man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after his car hit a tree Wednesday morning.
  
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• Saskatoon man seriously injured after car slams into tree

  14-02-2018 19:27 via cbc.ca
  A Saskatoon man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after his car hit a tree Wednesday morning.
  
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• Driver suffers life-threatening injuries after crashing into tree

  14-02-2018 19:20
  A crash that saw a vehicle slam into a tree in Saskatoon’s Forest Grove neighbourhood has left one person with life-threatening injuries, police say.
  
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• Driver, 16, injured after car hits tree now stabilized: police

  14-02-2018 19:20
  The driver of a car that crashed into a tree in Saskatoon’s Forest Grove neighbourhood has been stabilized, police say.
  
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• Traffic Advisory - Circle Drive East and Preston Avenue North

  14-02-2018 19:05 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon Police are responding to another collision after a vehicle struck a light standard as it was exiting Circle Drive East onto Preston Avenue North.The driver is not believed to be injured but the light standard is obstructing traffic. City yards have been notified, but motorists are asked to consider an alternate route. (Occurrence Number: 18-15675)
  
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• Saskatoon Public Schools advises against 'verdict-focused debate' in aftermath of Gerald Stanley verdict

  14-02-2018 19:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  Staff at Saskatoon public schools are being asked to “focus on objectivity” amidst the overwhelming response in the province since Saskatchewan farmer Gerald Stanley was acquitted in the shooting death of Colten Boushie last week.
  “Our province is currently experiencing many emotions in response to the verdict and will require time to determine the path needed to heal. Until such time that the case and verdict can be an effective teaching tool, we need to ensure our responses a
  
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• No good fixing justice system unless racism in Sask. is tackled, too

  14-02-2018 19:00 via cbc.ca
  The death of Colten Boushie has become a watershed event and we can only hope that things change from legal and societal perspective.
  
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• Ben Hebert competing in his second Olympics

  14-02-2018 18:59 via globalnews.ca
  Olympic men’s curling kicked off this week in PyeongChang and a familiar face will be competing for a second gold medal. Regina-native Ben Hebert throws the lead stones for Team Canada, and as Allison Bamford reports, his knack for the game runs in his blood.
  
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• 'I'm not at all one-sided on this': Samuel Olson started fundraiser for Gerald Stanley because 'both sides' need support

  14-02-2018 18:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  The man behind an online fundraiser for Gerald Stanley, the Saskatchewan farmer acquitted in the shooting death of Colten Boushie, says he had no idea how much money — or how much attention — it would attract.
  “So many people are looking at this as, ‘Holy (expletive), this could have been me.’ I can see it that way, too. This could have been me, this could have been my dad. In that sense, I guess I can relate,” Samuel Olson said in an interview.
  At the same ti
  
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• Three Arrested in Stolen Auto with Firearm - 22nd Street West and Witney Ave.

  14-02-2018 18:33 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Three men are facing a number of charges following a traffic stop by members of SPS Patrol.  At approximately 5:40 p.m., February 13, 2018 officers on patrol in the area of 22nd Street and Witney Avenue spotted a Ford F150 truck that had previously been reported stolen.  They conducted a high-risk traffic stop and arrested the three Saskatoon men, ages 24, 22, and 19.  A search of the vehicle located a firearm hidden under a seat.  The firearm was found to be a BB g
  
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• Hurl heading back to Saskatchewan dlvr.it/QGLmx1 https://t.co/l5wyywXLy5

  14-02-2018 18:25
  
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• Traffic Restrictions Lifted - Suspicious Death Investigation - 100 Block Avenue P South

  14-02-2018 18:23 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Traffic restrictions have been lifted on Avenue P South. The investigation is ongoing. (Occurrence Number: 18-15409)
  
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• Traffic Advisory - Collision - Warman Road and Circle Drive

  14-02-2018 18:21 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The SPS is advising motorists to avoid the area of Warman Road and Circle Drive if possible, following a collision involving a transit bus.The collision occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m., February 14, 2018.  It appears at this time that there may be minor injuries to an unknown number of injuries.  Medavie Health Services is assessing the passengers at this time.Further information will be provided when it becomes available. (Occurrence Number: 18-15671)
  
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• 60-year-old man dead after minivan collides with semi on Highway 16

  14-02-2018 18:05 via cbc.ca
  A highway crash between a minivan and a semi-trailer unit has claimed the life of a 60-year-old man.
  
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• Traffic Advisory - Worsening Road Conditions

  14-02-2018 17:59 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The Saskatoon Police Service is asking motorists to use caution when traveling on roads in and around Saskatoon today.Snow and blowing snow is making for slippery streets and poor visibility in places.  Drivers are advised to reduce speeds, leave more room between themselves and the vehicle in front, and allow more time to get to their destination.   
  
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• Single Vehicle Collision - 300 Block Berini Drive

  14-02-2018 17:49 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon Police are currently on scene of a single vehicle collision. At approximately 10:30 a.m., Patrol officers responded to a report of a vehicle that had struck a tree in the 300 block of Berini Drive. The injuries of the lone male occupant are believed to be life threatening at this time. An age on the occupant is not known at this time.The Collision Analyst Unit has been called out and motorists are asked to avoid the area while emergency crews are on scene. (Occurrence Nu
  
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• Blowing snow advisory issued for Saskatoon, central Saskatchewan

  14-02-2018 17:30 via globalnews.ca
  Environment Canada has issued a blowing snow advisory for Saskatoon and central Saskatchewan.
  
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• Driver killed in crash between semi, minivan near Esk, Sask.

  14-02-2018 17:19 via globalnews.ca
  A 60-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene of a two-vehicle collision near Esk, Sask.
  
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• Man dies after minivan and semi collide

  14-02-2018 17:06
  A 60-year-old man has died after a crash near Esk, Sask. on Tuesday morning.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Spiritual care needed for hospital patients

  14-02-2018 17:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  I read with interest the article “Healing body and soul” (LP/SP, Jan. 25) regarding the lack of spiritual care in Saskatchewan hospitals.
  When the government ceased all funding to spiritual care departments in acute care hospitals, the people of Saskatchewan lost a dimension of much touted “holistic healthcare.” Sadly, the article was misleading. There are no hospital chaplains. Some denominations, such as the United Church for whom I work, pay me to offer chaplain servic
  
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• Alone on Valentine's Day? Maybe it's time to try 'conscious dating'

  14-02-2018 17:00 via cbc.ca
  Is there a right way to date? Christina Bianchini thinks so, and for Valentine's Day the Prince George, B.C.-based counsellor is sharing her advice for singles looking for love.
  
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• Suspicious death: Saskatoon police investigating on Avenue P South

  14-02-2018 16:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police are investigating what they say is a suspicious death on the 100 block of Avenue P South.
  On Wednesday at 7:30 a.m., police had the entire block cordoned off with yellow police tape. At least three marked and two unmarked police vehicles were on scene with lights flashing. A pair of officers were standing outside one of the apartment buildings on the block.
  Traffic restrictions were set in place until further notice, according to a police news release.
  Motorists were being advis
  
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• Trudeau to announce legal framework to protect Indigenous rights

  14-02-2018 16:27
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will announce a legal framework to protect the rights of Indigenous people in Canada, CTV News has confirmed.
  
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• Time for 'rights-based approach' to Indigenous affairs, PM Trudeau says

  14-02-2018 16:27
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says it's time for a new way to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada -- and to start taking them seriously.
  
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• Family of Colten Boushie call for meaningful dialogue on First Nations racism

  14-02-2018 16:09 via globalnews.ca
  Speaking to reporters in Ottawa Wednesday, the family of slain 22-year-old First Nations man Colten Boushie said it’s time for a national dialogue on the issue of racism to First Nations peoples.
  
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