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• Monday road report: Speed reductions on McOrmand Drive

  12-04-2019 23:41
  Here's what you need to know for your morning commute.
  
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• 'Unconscionable': Senator blasts rejection of bill she says would protect Indigenous women

  12-04-2019 22:53 via cbc.ca
  A Saskatchewan senator says she's still in shock after the federal government rejected her bill, which she says would have protected Indigenous women and girls.
  
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• Police arrest two teens in connection to attempted mugging

  12-04-2019 22:43 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police arrested two teenaged boys in connection to an attempted street robbery on Thursday night.
  Police were called to the 200 block of 23rd Street East at 11:20 p.m. after they received a report about an attempted robbery.
  In a media release, police say a 41-year-old man told officers he was confronted by three teen boys who demanded his property and he believed one had a knife and the man fled.
  When officers arrived at the scene, they saw three teens and two were taken into custody.
  
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• Traffic restrictions to begin Sunday on Sid Buckwold bridge

  12-04-2019 22:39
  Traffic restrictions begin this weekend on the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge.
  
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• Attempted Robbery - 200 Block 23rd St. E

  12-04-2019 22:19 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Two male youths, aged 15 and 16, are in custody after they attempted to rob a male in the 200 block of 23rd Street East late last night.On April 11, 2019, at 11:20 p.m., Saskatoon Police received a report of an attempted robbery in the 200 block of 23rd Street East.  A 41 year old male had been confronted by 3 male youths who demanded his property, one who was believed to be in possession of a knife.  The victim was able to flee.When officers arrived they quickly spotted the
  
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• Broncos player to be remembered with hockey day in Saskatoon - News Talk 980 CJME

  12-04-2019 22:08
  Broncos player to be remembered with hockey day in Saskatoon  News Talk 980 CJMEFriends, family and their supporters will be gathering this weekend to play hockey in memory of one of the players killed in the Humboldt Broncos bus tragedy.
  
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• Broncos player to be remembered with hockey day in Saskatoon - News Talk 650 CKOM

  12-04-2019 22:08
  Broncos player to be remembered with hockey day in Saskatoon  News Talk 650 CKOMFriends, family and their supporters will be gathering this weekend to play hockey in memory of one of the players killed in the Humboldt Broncos bus tragedy.
  
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• ‘It is incredibly exciting‘; OUTSaskatoon gets federal cash to ‘combat’ gender-based violence

  12-04-2019 21:37
  OUTSaskatoon will be receiving more than $1.1 million over five years from the federal government to support LGBTQ2 victims and survivors of gender-based violence.
  
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• Neighbour alerts man to fire in his house

  12-04-2019 21:20 via thestarphoenix.com
  A home’s lone occupant was alerted to a fire in his home by a neighbour “banging on the door,” according to the Saskatoon fire department.
  The man got out of the house and no one was injured in the early morning house fire on Wollaston Terrace.
  Firefighters were called to the scene around 4:45 a.m. on Friday and had the fire under control in 20 minutes. The fire was out within an hour.
  Heat from the blaze caused the exterior siding of a neighbouring house to melt.
  The cause of
  
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• 70 Sask. schools exceeding capacity, majority in Regina and Saskatoon - CBC.ca

  12-04-2019 21:07
  70 Sask. schools exceeding capacity, majority in Regina and Saskatoon  CBC.caAccording to the Ministry of Education 70 schools in the province are at more than 100 per cent capacity and 20 schools are past 120 per cent capacity.
  
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• 70 Sask. schools exceeding capacity, majority in Regina and Saskatoon

  12-04-2019 21:07 via cbc.ca
  According to the Ministry of Education 70 schools in the province are at more than 100 per cent capacity and 20 schools are past 120 per cent capacity.
  
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• Police looking for man following overnight stabbing

  12-04-2019 20:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  A man was treated in hospital for non life-threatening injuries after he was stabbed during an altercation on Thursday night.
  Police are investigating the incident, which occurred around 10:20 p.m. in the 1000 block of Idylwyld Drive North. Officers went out to the scene after receiving a report about a stabbing.
  A 27-year-old man told police he had tried to break up a fight between two other people. One of the men involved in the altercation then turned his attention toward the man trying to in
  
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• Lead lawyer for Saskatoon City Hall leaving post - News Talk 650 CKOM

  12-04-2019 20:27
  Lead lawyer for Saskatoon City Hall leaving post  News Talk 650 CKOMSaskatoon's city solicitor is leaving her position. Patricia Warwick informed city council she would retire from civic *service* effective Monday, Ward 3 Coun.
  
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• Yard waste accepted at Saskatoon compost depots starting April 15 - Global News

  12-04-2019 20:14
  Yard waste accepted at Saskatoon compost depots starting April 15  Global NewsPeople are invited to drop off their yard waste at either of Saskatoon's compost depots starting April 15.
  
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• Yard waste accepted at Saskatoon compost depots starting April 15

  12-04-2019 20:14 via globalnews.ca
  People are invited to drop off their yard waste at either of Saskatoon’s compost depots starting April 15.
  
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• Saskatoon man stabbed after trying to break up fight - CBC.ca

  12-04-2019 20:12
  Saskatoon man stabbed after trying to break up fight  CBC.caA 27-year-old Saskatoon man was stabbed after trying to break up a fight between two other people.
  
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• Saskatoon man stabbed after trying to break up fight

  12-04-2019 20:12 via cbc.ca
  A 27-year-old Saskatoon man was stabbed after trying to break up a fight between two other people.
  
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• Man gets 9 months for drunk driving crash on Traffic Bridge

  12-04-2019 20:09 via cbc.ca
  A 26-year-old Saskatoon man pleaded guilty to driving drunk and causing a head-on collision on the Traffic Bridge on Monday.
  
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• Saskatoon family devastated by fire receives help from Red Cross, businesswoman - CTV News

  12-04-2019 20:06
  Saskatoon family devastated by fire receives help from Red Cross, businesswoman  CTV NewsA Saskatoon family who lost everything in a house fire in the Pleasant Hill neighbourhood is receiving some help.
  
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• Saskatoon family devastated by fire receives help from Red Cross, businesswoman

  12-04-2019 20:06
  A Saskatoon family who lost everything in a house fire in the Pleasant Hill neighbourhood is receiving some help.
  
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• Layoffs announced at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

  12-04-2019 20:00 via globalnews.ca
  Nineteen full-time and part-time staff have received layoff notices at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
  
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• Saskatoon police investigation leads to arrest and seizure of cocaine, cash, stolen cars

  12-04-2019 19:58 via cbc.ca
  A 28-year-old woman is facing several charges after she was arrested early Thursday morning.
  
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• At the net: High school badminton team-by-team snapshots

  12-04-2019 19:37 via thestarphoenix.com
  The Saskatoon high school badminton season wraps up on Monday, with the city championships to follow on May 1.
  The StarPhoenix presents our team-by-team previews for each school. As usual, each school’s coach provides insight into their players.
   
  Aden Bowman Bears
  Coaches: Dan Fedreau, Paul Humbert
  Key players to watchMillie Jamieson – Girls singles, Grade 12. Seasoned vet, great competitor.
  Anton Dmitriev & Parker McClocklin – Boys doubles and singles, Grade 11. Conv
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: rain rolls back in

  12-04-2019 19:28 via globalnews.ca
  Rain rolls back into Saskatoon and Regina's weather forecast with gusty wind for the second weekend of April.
  
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• Kindersley couple reeling after fire leaves them homeless for second time in six years

  12-04-2019 19:26 via cbc.ca
  Becki Mathewson says that she smells smoke everytime she closes her eyes to sleep. Two major house fires in six years will do that.
  
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• Indoor go-karting a rush for Saskatoon racing enthusiasts - Global News

  12-04-2019 18:54
  Indoor go-karting a rush for Saskatoon racing enthusiasts  Global NewsThe go-karts are electric – but definitely not slow – as racers compete for the Velocity Cup at Wilson's Stoked Centre in Saskatoon.
  
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• Indoor go-karting a rush for Saskatoon racing enthusiasts

  12-04-2019 18:54 via globalnews.ca
  The go-karts are electric – but definitely not slow – as racers compete for the Velocity Cup at Wilson’s Stoked Centre in Saskatoon.
  
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• Stabbing - 1000 Block of Idylwyld Dr. N

  12-04-2019 18:44 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The Saskatoon Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred in the 1000 block of Idylwyld Drive North overnight.On April 11, 2019, at approximately 10:20 p.m., Police were dispatched to a residence in the 1000 block of Idylwyld Drive North for a report of a 27 year old male that had been stabbed.The victim had attempted to break-up a physical altercation between two other people. The suspect male who was involved in the initial altercation turned his attention to the victim and stabbed him m
  
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• Canadian canola spat shows China has 'ways of hurting' trade partners for political ends

  12-04-2019 18:41 via cbc.ca
  There's no official connection between the canola ban and China's dispute with Canada over the arrest of a Huawei executive. But diplomats and political observers say the ban is part of Beijing's strategy to put pressure on Ottawa.
  
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• 4 kilos of cocaine seized in Saskatoon drug bust - Global News

  12-04-2019 18:29
  4 kilos of cocaine seized in Saskatoon drug bust  Global NewsA Saskatoon woman is charged with trafficking after police said they seized four kilograms of cocaine in a drug bust.
  
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• 4 kilos of cocaine seized in Saskatoon drug bust

  12-04-2019 18:29 via globalnews.ca
  A Saskatoon woman is charged with trafficking after police said they seized four kilograms of cocaine in a drug bust.
  
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• Police lay drug trafficking charges, seize four kilos of cocaine during search

  12-04-2019 18:12 via thestarphoenix.com
  A Saskatoon woman faces several charges related to cocaine trafficking after police searched four locations in the city, seizing four kilograms of cocaine and thousands of dollars in cash.
  The Saskatoon Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit, which includes members of the RCMP and police agencies in the province’s three largest cities, executed search warrants just after midnight at a home in the 1200 block of Beechmont View, a business in the 400 block of Packham Place, a hotel room in
  
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• Letter of the Day: Racism accusation is not helpful

  12-04-2019 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  In his Feb. 16 StarPhoenix column, Doug Cuthand described the recent events surrounding the apparent demotion of Ms. Jody Wilson-Raybould and the Justice Department dealings with the Quebec-based firm SNC-Lavalin.
  I agree with Mr. Cuthand’s view of Ms. Wilson-Raybould as a talented, ethical and principled individual as well as his perception of the politics involved between the government and the firm of SNC-Lavalin. However, Mr. Cuthand’s column is then tainted by his suggestion tha
  
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• Boy missing since March 15 could be in Regina, Saskatoon or North Battleford, say RCMP - Regina Leader-Post

  12-04-2019 17:56
  Boy missing since March 15 could be in Regina, Saskatoon or North Battleford, say RCMP  Regina Leader-PostA 13-year-old boy from Muskowekwan First Nation who has been missing since March 15 could be in Regina, Saskatoon or North Battleford.
  
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• Early morning fire ravages Saskatoon home

  12-04-2019 17:55 via cbc.ca
  A large house fire on Friday morning did significant damage to a home in Saskatoon.
  
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• Saskatchewan Rush honouring University of Saskatchewan with special jerseys

  12-04-2019 17:18 via globalnews.ca
  Daniella Ponticelli and Jennifer Thoma talk about the special University of Saskatchewan jerseys the Saskatchewan Rush will be wearing when they take on the Philadelphia Wings.
  
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• Top court's ruling backing residential school student abused by nun gives hope to others

  12-04-2019 17:07 via cbc.ca
  A former residential school student is entitled to compensation for abuse at the hands of a nun, the Supreme Court of Canada says in a decision that helps clarify the scope of appeals in such cases.
  
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• Functional life skills program tailors learning to Saskatoon students with disabilities - CBC.ca

  12-04-2019 17:01
  Functional life skills program tailors learning to Saskatoon students with disabilities  CBC.caA specialized program in Saskatoon is helping children with cognitive disabilities succeed by putting them in a classroom focused on their needs.
  
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• New charity raising funds for Saskatchewan Cancer Agency

  12-04-2019 16:54 via globalnews.ca
  Nora Yeates, CEO of the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan, explains the reason behind the new charity which supports the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, and how people can donate.
  
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• Fire extensively damages Saskatoon home - Global News

  12-04-2019 16:52
  Fire extensively damages Saskatoon home  Global NewsSaskatoon firefighters said a house and attached garage were fully involved in flames when they arrived at 534 Wollaston Terrace.
  
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• Fire extensively damages Saskatoon home

  12-04-2019 16:52 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon firefighters said a house and attached garage were fully involved in flames when they arrived at 534 Wollaston Terrace.
  
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• CFSEU investigation into cocaine trafficking results in arrest

  12-04-2019 16:46 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  A 28-year-old woman is facing drug trafficking charges following an investigation by Saskatoon’s Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU).On April 11, 2019, just after midnight, a 28-year-old female was arrested at Highway 7/22nd Street. Following the arrest, a series of search warrants were executed at a residence in the 1200 block of Beechmont View, a business in the 400 block of Packham Place, a hotel room in the 2000 block of Airport Drive, and a vehicle that was occupied by th
  
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• Major work on Sid Buckwold Bridge starts Monday, will last until October

  12-04-2019 16:40 via cbc.ca
  Drivers can expect delays as the City of Saskatoon closes a major thoroughfare next week until the fall.
  
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• Saskatoon-raised climber abandons Everest ascent to rescue injured Sherpa - CBC.ca

  12-04-2019 16:38
  Saskatoon-raised climber abandons Everest ascent to rescue injured Sherpa  CBC.caNeal Kushwaha was less than a day's walk from the top of Mount Everest when he heard a nearby climber was severely injured. Kushwaha, who was raised in ...
  
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• RCMP seek help finding missing Saskatchewan boy

  12-04-2019 16:04 via globalnews.ca
  Punnichy RCMP continue to search for Jaiven Lloyd Morin who was last seen on March 15 near Punnichy, Sask.
  
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• Fire crews battle morning blaze on Wollaston Terrace

  12-04-2019 16:04
  Fire crews spent Friday morning battling a blaze on Wollaston Terrace.
  
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• Sask. government considering universal coverage of abortion pill

  12-04-2019 15:54
  The Opposition NDP is calling on the Saskatchewan Party government to offer universal coverage of the abortion pill.
  
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• Carissa Klopoushak performs ‘Melody’

  12-04-2019 15:47 via globalnews.ca
  Carissa Klopoushak performs “Melody” and talks about the Ritornello chamber music festival in Saskatoon from April 12-14.
  
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• RCMP searching for boy missing since March 15

  12-04-2019 15:09 via cbc.ca
  The RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in locating 13-year-old Jaiven Morin, who hasn't been seen in four weeks.
  
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• Years of listening to residential school survivors taught Eleanore Sunchild not to fear the truth

  12-04-2019 15:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  POUNDMAKER II — Eleanore Sunchild is a carrier of secrets.
  For more than a decade, the Cree lawyer listened to the stories of residential school survivors, carefully recording the details of the physical and sexual abuses they suffered at the government-run institutions.
  The documentation is part of the Independent Assessment Process that needs to be completed in order for survivors to collect compensation through the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, which came into force i
  
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