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• Five great events to take advantage of this weekend in Saskatoon - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  18-07-2019 23:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  Five great events to take advantage of this weekend in Saskatoon  Saskatoon StarPhoenixFrom a historical tour to food to basketball, Saskatoon has lots of great events taking place during the weekend of July 19-21.
  
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• Five great events to take advantage of this weekend in Saskatoon

  18-07-2019 23:57 via thestarphoenix.com
  Whether you're looking to grab a bite to eat, enjoy a day outside with the kids or show your support for Team Saskatoon in the FIBA 3x3 World Masters, the city has plenty to keep you entertained this weekend. Read More
  
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• Village in Saskatchewan cancels dog cull after social media backlash

  18-07-2019 23:53 via globalnews.ca
  The village of La Loche, Sask., has cancelled a controversial dog culling initiative amidst mounting public outcry on social media.
  
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• 'Intensely stupid': Health community challenges Scheer's pledge to review new Food Guide

  18-07-2019 23:53
  Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer faced strong criticism from nutrition experts on Thursday after he pledged to review the new Canada Food Guide should the Tories win power this fall.
  
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• Sask. First Nation receives money to help bison from Prince Albert National Park

  18-07-2019 23:47
  A First Nation in Saskatchewan will receive federal funding to help conserve a dwindling population of free roaming plains bison from Prince Albert National Park.
  
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• Police release photos of people of interest in Daniel Morrison homicide

  18-07-2019 23:46 via cbc.ca
  Morrison died from his injuries in hospital hours after he was found.
  
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• Saskatoon's eighth homicide of 2019: Son accused of murdering mother - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  18-07-2019 23:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon's eighth homicide of 2019: Son accused of murdering mother  Saskatoon StarPhoenixSaskatoon police have charged a 32-year-old Moose Jaw man with second-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Noreen Moore.
  
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• Saskatoon's eighth homicide of 2019: Son accused of murdering mother

  18-07-2019 23:43 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 32-year-old Moose Jaw man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his 52-year-old mother. Read More
  
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• Over 1,600 people float on Little Manitou Lake in record-setting centennial event

  18-07-2019 23:24 via globalnews.ca
  "The beach was just vibrating with happiness," said Sarah McKen, event coordinator and long-time resident.
  
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• $900-million settlement reached in class action on sexual misconduct in military

  18-07-2019 23:23
  The federal government promised $900 million in compensation Thursday to settle multiple class-action lawsuits lodged on behalf of survivors of sexual harassment, gender discrimination and sexual assault in the military.
  
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• New Sask. Lt.-Gov. sworn in

  18-07-2019 23:19 via globalnews.ca
  Russell Mirasty official became Saskatchewan’s 23rd lieutenant-governor and first First Nations person in the job. David Baxter explains why some feel this is a step toward reconciliation.
  
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• Saskatoon police release photo of persons of interest in May homicide

  18-07-2019 23:16
  Saskatoon police are asking for help identifying two persons of interest in relation to the homicide of 36-year-old Daniel Morrison.
  
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• 2 persons of interest sought in Saskatoon’s 5th homicide of the year

  18-07-2019 23:16 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon police released this photo of two persons of interest in relation to the city’s fifth homicide of 2019.
  
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• Request for Public Assistance - Persons of Interest in Homicide File

  18-07-2019 22:37 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in relation to the homicide of 36 year old, Daniel Morrison. A photo of the two is attached for distribution. Morrison was found injured on the Meewasin Trail on May 26, 2019 before he succumbed to his injuries in hospital hours later.If you have any information in regards to the persons of interest or the homicide of Daniel Morrison, please call the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300.
  
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• Vehicle Stolen in Humboldt Recovered in Saskatoon - DiscoverHumboldt.com

  18-07-2019 22:14 via discoverhumboldt.com
  Vehicle Stolen in Humboldt Recovered in Saskatoon  DiscoverHumboldt.comOn July 7 at approximately 4:30 am, Humboldt and Lanigan RCMP responded to a motor vehicle theft from the 800 blocks of Main Street in Humboldt.
  
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• Russell Mirasty officially sworn in as 23rd Saskatchewan Lt.-Gov.

  18-07-2019 22:10 via globalnews.ca
  Retired RCMP "F" Division commanding officer Russell Mirasty becomming Saskatchewan's 23rd lieutenant-governor is seen as a step toward reconciliation.
  
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• Search areas identified by homicide investigators trying to find Sheree Fertuck

  18-07-2019 22:08 via globalnews.ca
  Police in Saskatchewan have identified search areas in hopes of locating Sheree Fertuck, who’s the subject of a homicide investigation.
  
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• Eleven teens appear in Saskatoon court after major drug raid - News Talk 650 CKOM

  18-07-2019 22:04 via ckom.com
  Eleven teens appear in Saskatoon court after major drug raid  News Talk 650 CKOMA Saskatoon courtroom was filled at times with over 50 friends, family and social workers as 11 teenagers were...
  
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• Saskatoon Based Company Set For Exponential Growth - DiscoverMooseJaw.com

  18-07-2019 22:02 via discovermoosejaw.com
  Saskatoon Based Company Set For Exponential Growth  DiscoverMooseJaw.comAs the world becomes more and more reliant on technology, it's up to companies like Vendasta to make the transition as smooth as possible. They are a ...
  
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• June 2019 was the hottest on record across the globe says NOAA

  18-07-2019 22:00 via cbc.ca
  Last month was the hottest June in 140 years, setting a global record, according to the latest monthly global climate report released by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
  
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• Sask. Party's Stewart confirms re-election plan one year after cancer diagnosis

  18-07-2019 21:44 via thestarphoenix.com
  Less than one year after stepping down as the province's agriculture minister following a cancer diagnosis, Lyle Stewart says he will seek re-election next year. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon's eighth homicide of 2019: Moose Jaw man charged in death of 52-year-old woman

  18-07-2019 21:28 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 32-year-old Moose Jaw man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Noreen Moore. Read More
  
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• Innovative Indigenous health centre to incorporate cultural elements in fight against HIV in Manitoba and Saskatchewan

  18-07-2019 21:28 via globalnews.ca
  An Indigenous-led research centre tackling the rise in HIV and other sexually transmitted infections is one step closer to reality after a $2.84 million federal grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
  
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• Wild weather hits Saskatoon and surrounding area - News Talk 650 CKOM

  18-07-2019 21:22 via ckom.com
  Wild weather hits Saskatoon and surrounding area  News Talk 650 CKOMAfter a day of severe weather warnings and watches across many areas of the province, the rain, wind and hail ...
  
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• Indigenous-led research centre to 'employ the best of Indigenous and Western capabilities' in fight against STIs

  18-07-2019 21:17
  The rise in HIV and other sexually transmitted infections among Indigenous people in Saskatchewan and Manitoba is to be addressed by a new $2.9-million Indigenous-led research centre, the University of Saskatchewan announced Thursday.
  
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• RCMP seek info about tarp-like material in connection to Sheree Fertuck case

  18-07-2019 21:13 via thestarphoenix.com
  Information about a specific dark-coloured tarp-like or polyethylene material could help police locate Sheree Fertuck, Saskatchewan RCMP say. Read More
  
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• Clean up your Facebook profile and get a sweet treat, Saskatoon baker tells youths - CBC.ca

  18-07-2019 21:08 via cbc.ca
  Clean up your Facebook profile and get a sweet treat, Saskatoon baker tells youths  CBC.caA Saskatoon baker and community activist is putting his skills to work by handing out free doughnuts as a peace offering in a part of the city that's struggling with ...
  
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• Clean up your Facebook profile and get a sweet treat, Saskatoon baker tells youths

  18-07-2019 21:08 via cbc.ca
  Every third Thursday, young person from the neighbourhood with a violence free Facebook page gets a free doughnut at Nestor's Bakery.
  
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• Tornado watch issued for Saskatoon, Prince Albert and the Battlefords

  18-07-2019 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for Saskatoon, Prince Albert and North Battleford.
  
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• Tornado watch ended for Saskatoon, Prince Albert and the Battlefords - Global News

  18-07-2019 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  Tornado watch ended for Saskatoon, Prince Albert and the Battlefords  Global NewsEnvironment Canada has ended a tornado watch for Saskatoon, Prince Albert and North Battleford.
  
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• Russ Mirasty sworn in as 23rd Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan

  18-07-2019 19:46
  The new lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan has been sworn in.
  
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• Extended: Swearing in of Lt. Gov. Russell Mirasty

  18-07-2019 19:46
  The new lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan has been sworn in.
  
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• RCMP looking for 'tarp-like' material in search for Sheree Fertuck's body

  18-07-2019 19:25 via cbc.ca
  Saskatchewan RCMP are looking for pieces of dark-coloured tarp-like or polyethylene material in the search for missing woman Sheree Fertuck. 
  
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• Moose Jaw man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Saskatoon

  18-07-2019 19:25 via globalnews.ca
  A Moose Jaw man is charged with second-degree murder in Saskatoon’s ninth homicide of 2019.
  
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• RCMP search for tarp-like material in Sheree Fertuck investigation

  18-07-2019 19:22
  Saskatchewan RCMP are asking the public for information regarding a dark-coloured tarp-like or polyethylene material in the investigation into the homicide of Sheree Fertuck.
  
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• Sask. crops hit hard by wild weather

  18-07-2019 19:05
  The majority of crops across Saskatchewan are in poor-to-good condition thanks to wild weather throughout the province, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture.
  
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• Sask. financial watchdog says Alta. man fined $500K for investor fraud

  18-07-2019 18:36 via cbc.ca
  An Alberta man has been fined after taking money and property from investors and using the money for unauthorized purposes.
  
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• Alberta businessman handed half a million in sanctions for fraud in Sask.

  18-07-2019 18:33
  The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) has issued a $500,000 penalty on Alberta businessman Ron Aitkens for fraud and misleading statements made to investors, some of which occurred in Saskatchewan.
  
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• Travel Tips: new air travel regulations

  18-07-2019 18:31 via globalnews.ca
  Barb Crowe from Ixtapa Travel in Saskatoon looks at some of some new air travel regulations.
  
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• 47 percent of Saskatchewan, Manitoba boomers plan to work after retirement, says survey

  18-07-2019 18:16 via globalnews.ca
  In Saskatchewan and Manitoba, 47 percent of boomers surveyed said they planned to work once retired. 12 percent of people in the prairies said they don’t ever plan to retire.
  
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• Saskatoon's eighth homicide of 2019: Moose Jaw man charged in death of woman

  18-07-2019 18:05 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police have charged a 32-year-old Moose Jaw man with second-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Noreen Moore. Read More
  
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• Scheer says he will review 'ideologically driven' Food Guide if he becomes PM

  18-07-2019 18:04
  Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer says the new version of Canada's Food Guide is 'not based on sound science,' will hurt the dairy industry, and would be reviewed if he becomes prime minister.
  
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• Letter of the Day: LGBTQ students need own housing

  18-07-2019 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
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• Moose Jaw man charged in his mother's homicide, body found in Saskatoon home

  18-07-2019 17:52 via cbc.ca
  Trent Moore, 32, is accused of killing his 52-year-old mother, Noreen Victorine Moore. Her body was discovered in her Saskatoon apartment on July 5.
  
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• Saskatoon police charge Moose Jaw man in homicide of woman

  18-07-2019 17:15 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon police have charged a 32-year-old Moose Jaw man with second-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Noreen Moore. Read More
  
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• Moose Jaw man charged in Saskatoon's ninth homicide of the year

  18-07-2019 17:13
  A 32-year-old Moose Jaw man has been arrested in connection to Saskatoon’s ninth homicide of the year, according to police.
  
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• Melfort RCMP searching for man missing for over two months

  18-07-2019 16:57 via globalnews.ca
  Charles Butler-Grace left his Naicam, Sask., home on May 10 and was last seen in the Humboldt area.
  
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• Update - Charges Laid - Homicide 200 block Avenue V South

  18-07-2019 16:52 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  A 32 year old Moose Jaw man is facing a 2nd degree murder in the death of 52 year old Noreen Moore.  The male was arrested on July 17, 2019 by members of the Saskatoon Police Service Major Crime Section, in cooperation with the Moose Jaw Police Service.  The accused is scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court this morning.Information #991097552.(Occurrence Number: 19-69320)
  
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• Sask. employment insurance cases down 10% from last year, biggest drop of provinces

  18-07-2019 16:32 via cbc.ca
  In a potential sign of a strengthening economy, the number of people receiving employment insurance in Saskatchewan fell to 15,200 people in May. That's a 10 per cent decrease over the same time last year.
  
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• Sask. E.I. recipients down 10% from last year, more than double national average

  18-07-2019 16:32 via cbc.ca
  The number of people receiving employment insurance in Saskatchewan fell to 15,200 people in May, a 10 per cent decrease over the same time last year.
  
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