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• La Loche RCMP believe officer’s tires slashed in ‘retaliation’ to ATV seizures

  17-04-2019 23:54 via globalnews.ca
  La Loche RCMP believe the tires of a police vehicle were slashed in “retaliation” for impounding ATVs this past weekend.
  
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• Police make arrest in connection with February home invasion, assault

  17-04-2019 23:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 23-year-old woman in Saskatoon was arrested in connection with a violent break-and-enter earlier this year.
  Just after 8 p.m. on Feb. 7, four men and a woman illegally entered an apartment in the 100 block of Reindeer Road in the Lawson Heights neighbourhood, assaulting one of the two occupants inside, according to a police news release.
  The suspects, three of whom were believed to be carrying firearms, took cash and hydromorphone pills from the apartment.
  The 23-year-old woman faces charges o
  
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• CFL Players' Association urges training camp boycott unless new deal with league is done

  17-04-2019 23:33 via cbc.ca
  Contract talks between the CFL and its players have turned ugly. The CFL Players' Association has instructed its players not to make travel arrangements to attend training camps when they open May 19.
  
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• Alcohol believed to be factor in crash that sent 7 to hospital

  17-04-2019 23:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  Alcohol is believed to be a factor in a two-vehicle crash east of Victoire that sent seven people to hospital on Tuesday.
  According to RCMP in a news release, all of the occupants in the two vehicles were taken to hospital with injuries not considered to be life-threatening. One of the passengers with “more serious” injuries was transported to hospital in Saskatoon by STARS Air Ambulance.
  RCMP officers from Big River and Ahtahkakoop responded around 5:30 p.m. to the collision on High
  
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• Saskatoon police say goodbye to Giant Schnauzer patrol dog

  17-04-2019 23:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  The first Giant Schnauzer to ever be trained for police work in Canada has died.
  Tyr, a canine officer with the Saskatoon Police Service, was the first of his breed to become a full-fledged patrol dog in the country, according to Saskatoon police.
  The police force announced the dog’s death on its Facebook page on Wednesday. It did not indicate how he died or how old he was.
  “Our thoughts are with his handler and their family, and thank them for their dedication to keeping our communi
  
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• 'Retaliation': RCMP believe tires slashed in response to ATV seizures

  17-04-2019 23:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  La Loche RCMP say they are in a battle to control dangerous use of all-terrain vehicles on local streets, roads and highways — and that some ATV drivers may have struck back.
  Police seized six ATVs “after a couple nights of eventful covert surveillance” this past weekend. According to La Loche RCMP in a news release, the six ATVs were previously seen “fleeing from police (and) driving in an erratic and dangerous manner.”
  Officers said the drivers were not using appr
  
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• Fire crews needed 7 hours to bring blaze near Cranberry Flats under control

  17-04-2019 23:29 via thestarphoenix.com
  A grass fire near Cranberry Flats was brought under control Tuesday night after Saskatoon firefighters spent nearly seven hours battling the blaze.
  The fire, which was burning along Strathcona Avenue, was declared under control Tuesday around 8:50 p.m. Crews fought the blaze for about six hours and 45 minutes, according to a fire department news release.
  No one was injured. A damage estimate was not available.
  On Wednesday, the fire department reported that changing winds and dry conditions pose
  
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• Police charge woman in break-in, still searching for 4 male suspects

  17-04-2019 22:09
  Saskatoon police say they have charged a 23-year-old woman in connection with a break and enter and assault that occurred at a Reindeer Road apartment in February.
  
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• Saskatoon police say goodbye to Giant Schnauzer patrol dog - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  17-04-2019 21:42
  Saskatoon police say goodbye to Giant Schnauzer patrol dog  Saskatoon StarPhoenixOur thoughts are with his handler and their family, and thank them for their dedication to keeping our community safe," police said.
  
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• 4 of 5 suspects from violent break-in at Saskatoon apartment remain at large - Global News

  17-04-2019 21:37
  4 of 5 suspects from violent break-in at Saskatoon apartment remain at large  Global NewsSaskatoon police released these surveillance photos in hopes of identifying the four remaining people involved in a violent break-in on Feb. 7, 2019.
  
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• 4 of 5 suspects from violent break-in at Saskatoon apartment remain at large

  17-04-2019 21:37 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police released these surveillance photos in hopes of identifying the four remaining people involved in a violent break-in on Feb. 7, 2019.
  
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• Armed Robbery - 600 block 11th Street

  17-04-2019 21:29 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Two Saskatoon men are facing charges following an armed robbery at an off-sale last night.Police were called to the business in the 600 block of 11th Street at approximately 10:00 p.m., April 16, 2019.  A staff member reported that two men threatened him with a knife before fleeing the business in a black half-ton truck.  They fled with cigarettes and alcohol.  Based on initial investigation officers were able to locate the suspects at a residence in the 800 block of Confeder
  
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• Mayor Clark weighs in on Norris' mayoral bid - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  17-04-2019 20:55
  Mayor Clark weighs in on Norris' mayoral bid  Saskatoon StarPhoenixAn annual business event offered a glimpse into what Saskatoon's next mayoral campaign might look like.
  
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• Mayor Clark weighs in on Norris' mayoral bid

  17-04-2019 20:55 via thestarphoenix.com
  An annual business event offered a glimpse into what Saskatoon’s next mayoral campaign might look like.
  At the mayor’s annual state of the city address Tuesday, former Saskatchewan Party cabinet minister Rob Norris challenged Mayor Charlie Clark on city hall opposition to a proposed solar-powered neighbourhood on the city’s periphery.
  Norris, who last week said he was exploring a campaign for mayor in 2020 due to an “unfocused agenda” at city hall, stood to ask a qu
  
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• Saskatoon Transit requests proposals for marketing campaign - News Talk 650 CKOM

  17-04-2019 20:47
  Saskatoon Transit requests proposals for marketing campaign  News Talk 650 CKOMSaskatoon Transit is seeking to boost its brand as part of a push to nearly double bus usage by 2045. A request for proposals (RFP) issued April 9 is seeking ...
  
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• Sask. pot store credits government's hands-off approach for improvement of supply chain

  17-04-2019 20:10 via cbc.ca
  Entrepreneur John Thomas believes Saskatchewan's decision to not act as a wholesaler between growers and businesses has helped the system flourish.
  
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• Dead Saskatoon tattoo artist's skin put on display, travelling across Canada - CTV News

  17-04-2019 19:53
  Dead Saskatoon tattoo artist's skin put on display, travelling across Canada  CTV NewsCheryl Wenzel of Saskatoon is travelling from Vancouver to St. John's, N.L., to show off frames of her late husband's preserved tattooed skin.
  
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• Saskatoon police arrest one of five suspects allegedly involved in February apartment invasion

  17-04-2019 19:50 via cbc.ca
  On the cold evening of Feb. 7, four men and a woman — some wearing masks — forced their way into an apartment in the north end of Saskatoon and assaulted a person inside, according to police.
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: mix of showers and sunshine for Easter

  17-04-2019 19:45 via globalnews.ca
  Rain, sunshine and the warmest day of the year slide into Saskatoon and Regina's weather forecast for Easter.
  
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• Alcohol believed to be a factor in crash that sent 7 to hospital

  17-04-2019 19:44 via thestarphoenix.com
  RCMP say alcohol is believed to be a factor in a two-vehicle crash east of Victoire that sent seven people to hospital Tuesday afternoon.
  According to an RCMP news release, all of the occupants were taken to hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening. One of the passengers with “more serious” injuries was transported to hospital in Saskatoon by the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society’s Air Ambulance.
  Officers from the Big River RCMP detachment responded to the
  
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• Correction - 2019 Rotary Badge Shield Star Award Recipients Announced

  17-04-2019 19:41 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The Rotary Badge Shield Star Dinner is being held this evening, April 17th (not Thursday as indicated in the previous release). 
  
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• Man arrested, 2nd suspect sought in armed robbery at Saskatoon bar - Global News

  17-04-2019 19:36
  Man arrested, 2nd suspect sought in armed robbery at Saskatoon bar  Global NewsSaskatoon police are now searching for a second man following an armed robbery at a bar on 33rd Street West.
  
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• Man arrested, 2nd suspect sought in armed robbery at Saskatoon bar

  17-04-2019 19:36 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police are now searching for a second man following an armed robbery at a bar on 33rd Street West.
  
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• Nominations open for Sask. 2019 Council of the Federation Literacy Award

  17-04-2019 19:33 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatchewan recognizes literacy champions by focusing on a different category every two years, rotating the award with literacy learners, literacy volunteers and literacy leaders
  
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• 2019 Rotary Badge Shield Star Award Recipients Announced

  17-04-2019 19:30 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon, SK – The Rotary Clubs of Saskatoon in partnership with the Saskatoon Police Service, Saskatoon Fire Department, and Medavie Health Services West, are pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Badge, Shield and Star winners who will be honoured this evening.Walter and Maria Linklater’s work with the Saskatoon Police Service began in 1995 when the Indigenous Relations Consultant position was created. The couple provided guidance in the direction of the position
  
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• Province deploys water bomber to help fight grass fire near Saskatoon - CTV News

  17-04-2019 19:28
  Province deploys water bomber to help fight grass fire near Saskatoon  CTV NewsFire crews brought a large brush fire southwest of Saskatoon along Strathcona Avenue under control late Tuesday evening, the Saskatoon Fire Department ...
  
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• Province deploys water bomber to help fight grass fire near Saskatoon

  17-04-2019 19:28
  Fire crews brought a large brush fire southwest of Saskatoon along Strathcona Avenue under control late Tuesday evening, the Saskatoon Fire Department says.
  
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• Large grass fire brought under control by SFD

  17-04-2019 19:26 via thestarphoenix.com
  A grass fire near Cranberry Flats is under control after Saskatoon firefighters spent nearly seven hours battling the blaze Tuesday afternoon and evening.
  No one was injured in the fire and a damage estimate will not be provided, the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) said in a press release.
  The release said that changing winds and dry conditions posed challenges for responding crews, but firefighters were able to stop the blaze from spreading to nearby homes, buildings and livestock yards.
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• Use of force by Saskatoon police drops 3.4 per cent

  17-04-2019 19:23 via cbc.ca
  Police in Saskatoon used less physical force to restrain people last year, but say crystal meth led to the need for more restraining of suspects in detention.
  
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• Man convicted 3rd time for Saskatchewan hunting violations

  17-04-2019 19:17 via globalnews.ca
  An Arran, Sask., man was fined $3,300 for hunting violations and handed a three-year hunting suspension.
  
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• Alcohol possible factor in crash on Saskatchewan highway

  17-04-2019 18:30 via globalnews.ca
  Alcohol may be a factor in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 793 near Victoire, Sask., that sent seven people to hospital.
  
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• 7 taken to hospital after rural highway collision

  17-04-2019 18:27 via cbc.ca
  Alcohol is believed to have been a factor in a two-vehicle crash on a rural road Tuesday evening that sent seven people to hospital.
  
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• Road to the 2019 Esso Cup: Saskatoon Stars - Hockey Canada

  17-04-2019 18:24
  Road to the 2019 Esso Cup: Saskatoon Stars  Hockey CanadaThey earned bronze in 2015, finished fourth in 2016 and settled for a silver medal in 2018. Now the Saskatoon Stars are hoping it will finally be their time to be ...
  
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• Update - Arrest Made - Break and Enter/Assault - 100 Block Reindeer Road

  17-04-2019 18:17 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police have arrested a 23 year old woman in connection with a break and enter and assault that occurred at a Reindeer Road apartment on February 7, 2019.The 23 year old woman was taken into custody last night.  She is now facing charges of robbery and break and enter.  Police continue to look for four male suspects also involved in the incident.  A surveillance photo is attached for distribution.  Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saskatoon Police Serv
  
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• Letter of the Day: A comparison of two tragedies

  17-04-2019 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  Recently, I read the story about how one Saskatonian just missed being a possible victim of the Christchurch incident due to running late for prayers. It refreshed bitter memories of May 28, 2010 when 94 innocent Ahmadis gathered for prayers were martyred by militants. I was in Pakistan and also missed the prayer due to traffic congestion.
  I can see many similarities between both events as they were against a minority. But the fundamental difference between both events that I have noticed is the
  
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• Saskatoon Co-op strike over

  17-04-2019 17:26
  UFCW Local 1400 union workers voted in favour of the offer made by their employer, ending the Saskatoon Co-op labour dispute Tuesday.
  
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• One Arrested - Armed Robbery - 100 block 33rd Street West

  17-04-2019 17:20 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Members of the SPS General Investigations Section have arrested a 33 year old man in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at a bar in the 100 block of 33rd Street West on April 1, 2019.  The man was taken into custody at approximately 10:30 p.m. yesterday at an apartment building in the 800 block of Confederation Drive.  He is now facing a charge of robbery.  Police are still trying to locate a second male suspect, believed to be involved in the same incid
  
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• Dealing with anxiety theme of Gail Barrett’s new book

  17-04-2019 16:51 via globalnews.ca
  Author Gail Barrett talks about her new book “Anxiety” which provides advice and strategies for dealing with anxiety.
  
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• Saskatoon Co-op workers vote to end strike - News Talk 650 CKOM

  17-04-2019 16:36
  Saskatoon Co-op workers vote to end strike  News Talk 650 CKOMAfter over five months on the picket lines, striking Saskatoon Co-op employees will be returning to work Sunda...
  
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• Wide Open Children’s Theatre performing ‘Lost and Found’

  17-04-2019 16:20 via globalnews.ca
  Wide Open Children’s Theatre in Saskatoon aims to entertain kids and parent with their latest play “Lost and Found.”
  
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• Commercial vehicles ordered off the road after failing inspections in Saskatchewan

  17-04-2019 16:17 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatchewan RCMP said 188 charges were laid under the Traffic Safety Act during a recent blitz, and 14 commercial vehicles were ordered off the road after failing inspections.
  
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• Spring makeup tips from Christine Cho

  17-04-2019 16:15 via globalnews.ca
  Makeup and beauty expert Christine Cho offers up tips on refreshing your look for spring.
  
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• What Jason Kenney's UCP victory in Alberta could mean for the rest of Canada

  17-04-2019 15:33
  After a bitter four-week campaign, Jason Kenney’s United Conservative Party has unseated Rachel Notley and the NDP in Alberta’s provincial election. Here’s what it could mean for the rest of Canada.
  
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• Saskatoon Co-op strike over as workers vote in favour of new deal

  17-04-2019 15:25 via cbc.ca
  A five-and-a-half month strike at Saskatoon Co-op locations is finally over.
  
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• Brush fire south of Saskatoon near Riverside Estates burns for hours

  17-04-2019 15:02 via globalnews.ca
  Smoke could been seen for kilometres due to a brush fire south of Saskatoon near Riverside Estates.
  
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• Striking Saskatoon Co-op employees ratify new contract

  17-04-2019 14:44 via globalnews.ca
  Striking Saskatoon Co-op employees vote 54 per cent in favour of a new contract that includes a two-tier wage scale.
  
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• Peiris: Auto repair shops need to keep up with modern vehicles

  17-04-2019 14:04 via thestarphoenix.com
  Nowhere else in the country but Saskatchewan would the repair of modern vehicles involved in collisions become a political issue about the viability of rural businesses.
  Perhaps it has something to do with the monopoly role Saskatchewan Government Insurance plays in our mandatory auto insurance business through the Auto Fund, but the fuss over SGI’s plans to change the way it accredits the province’s 260 auto body shops makes little sense.
  It all boils down to this: Fixing the latest
  
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• Saskatoon bus routes, bike lanes decision expected this month - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  17-04-2019 13:01
  Saskatoon bus routes, bike lanes decision expected this month  Saskatoon StarPhoenixCity administration set to reveal recommendation for downtown, Broadway bus lanes, downtown bike lanes.
  
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• Saskatoon bus routes, bike lanes decision expected this month

  17-04-2019 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  Two of Saskatoon’s lingering, controversial debates could be coming to an end this month.
  Saskatoon city council is expected to make a final decision on April 29 about where to locate two stretches of bus-only lanes and a downtown protected cycling network.
  “That’s the hope,” Coun. Bev Dubois, whose council portfolio is transportation, said Tuesday.
  Saskatoon city hall administration has scheduled a news conference Wednesday afternoon to announce its recommendation for de
  
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• Sask. environmental groups raise concerns about proposed CanPacific potash mine

  17-04-2019 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  A environmental group has raised concerns about a proposed 3.25 million-tonne-per-year solution potash mine near the town of Sedley.
  Public Pastures-Public Interest (PPPI) put out a call to action April 1 in response to an environmental impact assessment released by CanPacific Potash, a joint venture between North Atlantic Potash Inc. and Rio Tinto Potash Management Inc.Trevor Herriot, co-chair of PPPI, said the group is largely concerned with damage to grasslands ecosystem, especially the aspen
  
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