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• Mueller report backs up journalism that Trump called 'fake news'

  19-04-2019 23:13
  U.S. President Donald Trump and his team love to deride unfavourable stories as 'fake news.' But it's clear from Robert Mueller's report that the special counsel isn't buying that.
  
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• Man killed in Friday morning crash in Saskatoon - 620 CKRM.com

  19-04-2019 22:27
  Man killed in Friday morning crash in Saskatoon  620 CKRM.comA Friday morning car crash in Saskatoon has killed a 65 year old man. Police say the man, riding his mobility ...
  
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• Esso Cup: Veteran-laden Saskatoon Stars will bank on experience while seeking first national title - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  19-04-2019 21:58
  Esso Cup: Veteran-laden Saskatoon Stars will bank on experience while seeking first national title  Saskatoon StarPhoenixThe Saskatoon Stars, who settled for silver a year ago, are back competing at the Esso Cup national female midget hockey championship.
  
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• Esso Cup: Veteran-laden Saskatoon Stars will bank on experience while seeking first national title

  19-04-2019 21:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  Will this be THE year?
  Greg Slobodzian certainly hopes so. He’s never been as excited, he says, as he is now going into the 2019 Esso Cup national female midget hockey championship in Sudbury, Ont., where the Saskatoon Stars are seeking their first national title.
  “Even for myself, including my Huskie (University of Saskatchewan Huskies) tenure there, this is seven nationals in eight years and I think this is the most excited I’ve been with the group we’ve got here going
  
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• Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission releases new employment equity targets - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  19-04-2019 21:43
  Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission releases new employment equity targets  Saskatoon StarPhoenixThe targets are meant to help employers evaluate how representative their workforces are, with four equity groups in mind: people who are Indigenous, women ...
  
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• Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission releases new employment equity targets

  19-04-2019 21:43 via thestarphoenix.com
  The Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission released new employment equity benchmarks on Wednesday.
  The targets are meant to help employers evaluate how representative their workforces are, with four equity groups in mind: people who are Indigenous, women in underrepresented occupations, visible minorities and people with disabilities.
  The 2019 equity targets for people who identify as Indigenous is 14 per cent (35 per cent in Prince Albert), for visible minorities 10.6 per cent (16.8 per cent for
  
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• Good Friday procession makes way through downtown Saskatoon - News Talk 650 CKOM

  19-04-2019 21:39
  Good Friday procession makes way through downtown Saskatoon  News Talk 650 CKOMA crowd of around 300 people lined downtown Saskatoon to celebrate Good Friday, the holiday commemorating the ...
  
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• Man riding mobile scooter dead after collision in Saskatoon - Global News

  19-04-2019 21:32
  Man riding mobile scooter dead after collision in Saskatoon  Global NewsA 65-year-old man is dead after a collision between a mobility scooter and a vehicle at an intersection in Saskatoon's Avalon neighbourhood.
  
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• Man riding mobile scooter dead after collision in Saskatoon

  19-04-2019 21:32 via globalnews.ca
  A 65-year-old man is dead after a collision between a mobility scooter and a vehicle at an intersection in Saskatoon’s Avalon neighbourhood.
  
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• Pedestrian dies after mobility scooter collides with vehicle in Avalon

  19-04-2019 21:24 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 65-year-old man has died following a collision between his mobility scooter and a vehicle.
  According to a police news release, the man had been travelling in his mobility scooter when it collided with another vehicle, causing fatal injuries.
  Saskatoon Police remain at the scene of the collision which occurred in the area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue.
  Police have cordoned off the area and are asking that motorists and pedestrians avoid the area while police continue their investigation.
  
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• Update - Motor Vehicle vs Pedestrian - Cascade Street and Alberta Avenue

  19-04-2019 21:10 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The Saskatoon Police continue to be at scene of this incident. A 65 year old male pedestrian had been in a mobility scooter when it collided with the motor vehicle.  This male suffered injuries and has since passed away.  Next of kin have been notified.   Collision Investigators are at scene and are continuing the investigation along with the office of the coroner. Police are asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed this tragic event t
  
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• Missing man’s vehicle found abandoned on Saskatchewan highway

  19-04-2019 21:05 via globalnews.ca
  Loon Lake RCMP believe the 1994 Toyota Camry wagon belonging to Evgeny "Eugene" Leontyvich Scherbakov has been abandoned for a week.
  
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• Cocaine seized, trafficking charges laid in Saskatoon drug bust - Global News

  19-04-2019 20:26
  Cocaine seized, trafficking charges laid in Saskatoon drug bust  Global NewsSaskatoon police said over 90 grams of cocaine was seized by officers during a traffic stop, resulting in drug trafficking charges against two men.
  
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• Cocaine seized, trafficking charges laid in Saskatoon drug bust

  19-04-2019 20:26 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police said cocaine was seized during a traffic stop after officers spotted activity consistent with drug trafficking.
  
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• Christians come together for Good Friday procession - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  19-04-2019 20:21
  Christians come together for Good Friday procession  Saskatoon StarPhoenixThe Way of the Cross brings Christians together to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion.
  
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• Christians come together for Good Friday procession

  19-04-2019 20:20 via thestarphoenix.com
  The faithful took to the streets to mark Good Friday, the holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the beginning of Christianity’s holiest week, by following the same path as their saviour.
  A diverse group of around 300 people from a range of denominations attended the Way of the Cross procession, which consists of 14 stations, each marking a significant moment in Christian tradition, from Christ’s agony to his body being placed in its tomb.
  Saskatoon Christians have
  
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• Saskatoon, Prince Albert hosting CHL Canada-Russia games - Global News

  19-04-2019 20:08
  Saskatoon, Prince Albert hosting CHL Canada-Russia games  Global NewsTeam Canada uses the games in the CHL Canada-Russia games as part of the evaluation process for the IIHF world junior hockey championship.
  
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• Saskatoon, Prince Albert hosting CHL Canada-Russia games

  19-04-2019 20:08 via globalnews.ca
  Team Canada uses the games in the CHL Canada-Russia games as part of the evaluation process for the IIHF world junior hockey championship.
  
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• 65-year-old pedestrian dead after collision in Saskatoon - CBC.ca

  19-04-2019 19:18
  65-year-old pedestrian dead after collision in Saskatoon  CBC.caThe area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue is blocked off while police investigate.
  
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• 65-year-old man dead after collision in Saskatoon - CBC.ca

  19-04-2019 19:18
  65-year-old man dead after collision in Saskatoon  CBC.caThe area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue is blocked off while police investigate.
  
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• Man arrested after fleeing bike officers

  19-04-2019 19:12 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 28-year-old man is in police custody and facing numerous charges after fleeing bike patrol officers on a bicycle.
  According to a police news release, just before 9 a.m. Friday the bike patrol officers stopped the man after witnessing him violate a bylaw near Avenue C and 24th Street.
  The suspect then fled the area with officers in pursuit. In the 200 block of Avenue F, the suspect fled into a residential yard and allegedly broke into the home. The homeowner was inside at the time of the break
  
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• Pedestrian collision blocks off Cascade Street in Saskatoon

  19-04-2019 19:11 via cbc.ca
  The area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue is blocked off while police investigate.
  
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• 65-year-old pedestrian dead after collision in Saskatoon

  19-04-2019 19:11 via cbc.ca
  The area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue is blocked off while police investigate.
  
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• 65-year-old man dead after collision in Saskatoon

  19-04-2019 19:11 via cbc.ca
  The area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue is blocked off while police investigate.
  
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• 28 Year Old Male in Custody After Fleeing From Bike Officers

  19-04-2019 18:49 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  At approximately 8:45 am, a 28 year old male took off on a pedal bike from the SPS Bike Patrol officers after having been stopped in violation of a bylaw offence near Avenue C and 24th Street.  The pursuit ended in the 200 block of Avenue F south after the suspect fled into a residential back yard and proceeded to further break into the residence.  The homeowner was at home at the time and not injured.  The male suspect is being charged with obstruction, possession of th
  
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• Police close area to motorists after vehicle collides with pedestrian in Avalon

  19-04-2019 18:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon Police are currently on scene of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in the area of Cascade Street and Albert Avenue.
  Police have cordoned off the area and are asking that motorists and pedestrians avoid the area while officers investigate the collision.
  Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is asked to call police at 306-975-8300.
  
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• Police investigating fatal morning collision

  19-04-2019 18:34
  Saskatoon police are on scene of a collision at Cascade St. and Albert Ave.
  
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• Police investigating crash involving pedestrian - CTV News

  19-04-2019 18:34
  Police investigating crash involving pedestrian  CTV NewsSaskatoon police are on scene of a collision at Cascade St. and Albert Ave.
  
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• Police investigating crash involving pedestrian

  19-04-2019 18:34
  Saskatoon police are on scene of a collision at Cascade St. and Albert Ave.
  
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• Motor Vehicle vs Pedestrian - Cascade Street and Albert Avenue - Please Avoid Area

  19-04-2019 18:15 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon Police are currently on scene of a motor vehicle collision with a pedestrian at Cascade Street and Albert Avenue.  The area will be cordoned off while the investigation continues.  Police are asking the public to try and avoid the area at this time to prevent traffic congestion.  Police are also asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed the event to call 306-975-8300.  Thank you.(Occurrence Number: 19-37549)
  
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• Fitness: Put a little step in your spring

  19-04-2019 18:02 via thestarphoenix.com
  As the snow melts, temperatures rise and the sun stays out longer, Canadians are taking to the sidewalks to walk off winter’s cobwebs. But as natural as it is to celebrate the change in weather by going for a stroll, there are more benefits to walking than welcoming the good weather.
  And just so you don’t underestimate the power of going for a walk, here are five reasons to make walking more than a seasonal flash in the pan.
  — Walking gets the creative juices going
  Turns out yo
  
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• Gardening: The 80th edition of The Prairie Garden is now available

  19-04-2019 17:56 via thestarphoenix.com
  I think growing food is one of the most important skills we can gain. For those of us who don’t live on a farm, it gives us an appreciation of what goes into producing the food on our plates. And it’s something we can pass on to our children (eventually they’ll appreciate those hours of weeding). In addition, growing your own food doesn’t get more local than that, even if it’s just in a small garden patch in the back yard.
  Although I went to university to learn abou
  
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• Food: Three cheese and dill soufflé

  19-04-2019 17:55 via thestarphoenix.com
  A soufflé is like magic. Eggs and a few pantry ingredients are transformed into a lofty masterpiece just by incorporating air.
  Puffed to perfection, a soufflé really is quite the sight to behold before it collapses with the first spoonful. While there are a few rules to follow, a cheese soufflé really is quite simple to prepare, and makes an impressive brunch dish, whether it is for Easter Sunday, or a lazy weekend morning.
  The soufflé has two components:  a base
  
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• Saskatoon, Kelowna airports partner to increase air traffic - News Talk 650 CKOM

  19-04-2019 17:38
  Saskatoon, Kelowna airports partner to increase air traffic  News Talk 650 CKOMThe Saskatoon Airport Authority and Kelowna International Aiport are hoping some federal funding will get more...
  
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• 'Prepare for the worst': Flooding expected from Ont. to N.B.

  19-04-2019 17:29
  Residents from eastern Ontario to central New Brunswick are preparing for the possibility of major flooding over the Easter long weekend.
  
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• Crime Watch Advisory Network expands earlier than expected

  19-04-2019 17:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  The Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan RCMP have teamed up to expand the province’s Crime Watch Advisory Network.
  Delivering messages about crimes in Saskatchewan directly to an individuals phone, members of the public can sign up to receive notifications directly from any of Saskatchewan’s 137 RCMP Detachments.
  Read the full story here…
  
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• Saskatoon police defend continued increase in Taser use - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  19-04-2019 16:01
  Saskatoon police defend continued increase in Taser use  Saskatoon StarPhoenixThe Saskatoon Police *Service's* Taser us has tripled within three years, from 11 instances in 2016, to 33 in 2018.
  
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• Saskatoon police defend continued increase in Taser use

  19-04-2019 16:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  The Saskatoon Police Service’s use of conducted energy weapons (Tasers) has tripled since 2016.Officers used them 11 times in 2016, 21 times in 2017 and 33 times in 2018.The information was included in the Use of Force report presented to the Saskatoon board of police commissioners meeting on Wednesday.
  In his comments on the report, Mayor Charlie Clarke, who is a member of the police board, asked for greater context around each incident during which a Taser is deployed.
  Currently, every i
  
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• Parents say Austrian climber missing in Banff National Park 'lived his dream'

  19-04-2019 14:51
  The parents of celebrated Austrian climber David Lama said Friday that he had 'lived his dream,' as hopes he and two other top climbers survived an avalanche in the Canadian Rockies faded.
  
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• Bridges Events April 19-25 - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  19-04-2019 14:02
  Bridges Events April 19-25  Saskatoon StarPhoenixEvent listings are a free, community *service* offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the publication ...
  
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• Bridges Events April 19-25

  19-04-2019 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  Event listings are a free, community service offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the publication date. Please send submissions to [email protected].
  # MUSIC
  Fri., April 19
  The Johnny McCuaig Band: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
  The Johnny McCuaig Band
  Gone Cosmic w/ Cloven Hand: Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
  Krafty Kuts vs. The Gaff w/ Chris Cole and Jay One: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
  Doctor Booty Qu
  
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• Analysis | How Kenney's win shifts the federal-provincial dynamics for Saskatchewan

  19-04-2019 13:00 via cbc.ca
  In congratulating Jason Kenney on his victory, Scott Moe quickly locked arms on the battle with Ottawa.
  
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• How First Nations are leaving their mark on the cannabis industry

  19-04-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca
  Indigenous investment in the weed business is strong in Sask., but only one First Nation has been willing to open up shop on-reserve.
  
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• Canada hoping U.S. gets on board as it moves to update gender info on NEXUS cards

  19-04-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  Canada's border agency is about to shake up the way it tracks sex and gender information — which could lead to some awkward conversations with Washington.
  
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• Prairie Lily vandalized while docked on South Saskatchewan River - Global News

  19-04-2019 02:59
  Prairie Lily vandalized while docked on South Saskatchewan River  Global NewsAn owner of the Prairie Lily says repairs worth thousands of dollars have to be done after the riverboat was vandalized in Saskatoon.
  
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• Prairie Lily vandalized while docked on South Saskatchewan River

  19-04-2019 02:59 via globalnews.ca
  An owner of the Prairie Lily says repairs worth thousands of dollars have to be done after the riverboat was vandalized in Saskatoon.
  
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• Prairie Lily vandalized while docked on river, damage estimated in thousands

  19-04-2019 02:59 via globalnews.ca
  An owner of the Prairie Lily says repairs worth thousands of dollars have to be done after the riverboat was vandalized in Saskatoon.
  
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• Saskatchewan RCMP crime watch alert system expands province-wide

  19-04-2019 02:39 via globalnews.ca
  RCMP launch a province-wide expansion to the Saskatchewan Crime Watch Advisory Network.
  
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• Saskatchewan RCMP crime watch alert system expanded province-wide

  19-04-2019 02:39 via globalnews.ca
  RCMP have launched a new provincial-wide expansion to the Saskatchewan Crime Watch Advisory Network.
  
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• Sask. man gets unexpected passenger as goose flies through windshield, settles into bunk

  19-04-2019 02:30
  A man driving through Wilkie, Sask. had an unexpected passenger in his semi-truck.
  
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