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• Cystic Fibrosis Canada asks Saskatchewan for help in advocating potential life-saving drug

  11-03-2020 23:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Trikafta is available in the United States, and is being hailed as the single biggest advancement in treating cystic fibrosis in history by cystic fibrosis professionals.
  
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• Off-duty Saskatoon paramedic may have saved man's life - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  11-03-2020 23:39 via thestarphoenix.com
  Off-duty Saskatoon paramedic may have saved man's life  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• No officers hurt after shot fired during Saskatoon drug bust, police say - CTV News

  11-03-2020 23:38 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  No officers hurt after shot fired during Saskatoon drug bust, police say  CTV News
  
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• No officers hurt after shot fired during Saskatoon drug bust, police say

  11-03-2020 23:38
  
  Officers were shot at during a recent drug bust, Saskatoon police say.
  
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• Additional charges laid against accused child lurer Jason Hann

  11-03-2020 23:12 via thestarphoenix.com
  Accused child lurer Jason Troy Hann is back in custody after being charged with five sex-related offences against a woman, stemming from before his initial arrest. Read More
  
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• Hudsons Saskatoon alleged shooter to undergo psychiatric assessment - Global News

  11-03-2020 23:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Hudsons Saskatoon alleged shooter to undergo psychiatric assessment  Global News
  
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• SPS Drug Unit Investigation: Cocaine Trafficking

  11-03-2020 23:01 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Four people were arrested following a drug investigation involving officers being shot at.Detectives with the Drug Unit began an investigation involving various addresses, after observing activity consistent with drug trafficking. On March 10, 2020, Police executed three search warrants at three separate residences.     - 100 block of Edinburgh Place     - 200 block of Evergreen Square     - 700 block of Hart RoadMembers of the Tactical Support Unit a
  
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• Hudsons Saskatoon alleged shooter to undergo psychiatric assessment

  11-03-2020 23:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Tyrell Davey, accused of shooting a rifle inside Hudsons Canada’s Pub, will be assessed to determine his fitness to stand trial.
  
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• Off-duty Saskatoon paramedic may have saved man's life

  11-03-2020 22:59 via thestarphoenix.com
  While Mitchell Ehr was visiting Edmonton’s Royal Alberta Museum with his family in mid-February, he saw a man go into cardiac arrest and stepped in to help. Read More
  
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• Music Notes: Extra-large Juno Awards edition

  11-03-2020 22:53 via thestarphoenix.com
  The Junos are finally here. Cue the dramatic music. Read More
  
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• High school basketballers converge in Regina to protest potential loss of extracurriculars

  11-03-2020 22:36 via cbc.ca
  
  Student basketball players from around Saskatchewan were in Regina on Wednesday to protest at the legislative building on the eve of teacher job actions that jeopardize extracurricular activities.
  
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• All high school basketball games cancelled Wednesday as students protest in Regina

  11-03-2020 22:36 via cbc.ca
  
  Student basketball players from around Saskatchewan were in Regina on Wednesday to protest at the legislative building on the eve of teacher job actions that jeopardize extracurricular activities.
  
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• Saskatchewan premier says province will appoint its own chief firearms officer

  11-03-2020 22:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he will exercise the province's right and appoint its own chief firearms officer.
  
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• Saskatchewan premier not ruling out early election despite COVID 19 pandemic

  11-03-2020 22:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Scott Moe has faced criticism from the Opposition NDP over the possibility of calling a spring election, given the risk of the spreading virus.
  
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• Mistrial denied after alleged attack on accused Saskatoon murderer's mother, who tagged son as gang member - CBC.ca

  11-03-2020 22:22 via cbc.ca
  
  Mistrial denied after alleged attack on accused Saskatoon murderer's mother, who tagged son as gang member  CBC.ca
  
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• Will jotted on napkin at Sask. McDonald's is valid, judge says

  11-03-2020 22:20
  
  A Saskatchewan man’s undated will written on a McDonald’s napkin is a valid document, a judge ruled.
  
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• Coronavirus: Inmates at Saskatoon jail under quarantine after possible link to COVID-19

  11-03-2020 22:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  An offender at Saskatoon Correctional Centre said he came into contact with a person with Covid-19 in either Alberta or British Columbia.
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: March 11

  11-03-2020 22:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  The seven-day Saskatchewan weather forecast with Global’s Peter Quinlan on Wednesday, March 11.
  
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• SENIORS TECH BUDDY

  11-03-2020 22:04 via globalnews.ca
  SENIORS TECH BUDDY – Seniors learn technology with high school students. 10:00am to 11:00am – Internet Fraud and Safety Presentation 11:15am to 12:15pm – Student Support (one on one help with technology) COST $10.00, To Register, Phone 306-652-2255, TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE IN NEED! 306-652-2255          http://www.scoa.ca         ...
  
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• After man chases bystanders with hatchet, attention turns to changing The Lighthouse's model

  11-03-2020 21:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  As The Lighthouse Supported Living routinely looks to adapt its services and expand its programs, the shelter and affordable living complex also continues responding to perceptions about crime in the downtown area. Read More
  
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• AAA Warriors Set For Game 3 in Saskatoon Thursday - DiscoverMooseJaw.com

  11-03-2020 21:58 via discovermoosejaw.com
  AAA Warriors Set For Game 3 in Saskatoon Thursday  DiscoverMooseJaw.com
  
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• STOCK UP ON FROZEN UKRAINIAN FOODS!

  11-03-2020 21:43 via globalnews.ca
  BACK DOOR – CASH SALES ONLY. Perogies (potato and cheddar cheese) $25.00 for 5 dozen.  Cabbage Rolls (meatless) $40.00 for 5 dozen. WHILE QUANTITIES LAST! Thank you for supporting this fundraiser for the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity.
  
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• Art Exhibit: ALCHEMY OPENS AT SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL GALLERY

  11-03-2020 21:39 via globalnews.ca
  EXHIBITION DATES: March 21st to May 2nd.  RECEPTION: Saturday, March 28th, 2:00 – 5:00pm. Saskatchewan Craft Council is pleased to present ALCHEMY, a retrospective exhibition of rarely seen prints by Nik Semenoff.  Saskatoon printmaker Nik Semenoff’s artistic and educational legacy will be the focus of this retrospective exhibition curated by Stephanie Canning, Paul Constable, and...
  
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• Preventative coronavirus measures now in place at Saskatoon Catholic churches - News Talk 650 CKOM

  11-03-2020 21:38 via ckom.com
  
  Preventative coronavirus measures now in place at Saskatoon Catholic churches  News Talk 650 CKOM
  
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• STF sanctions throw student-focused events across province into flux

  11-03-2020 21:10 via cbc.ca
  
  Thousands of students and families across the province will be affected by the sanctions both in and out of school.
  
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• Saskatchewan government increases wage offer to teachers

  11-03-2020 20:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  The offer from the Saskatchewan government comes as teachers prepare to withdraw voluntary and extracurricular services over stalled contract talks.
  
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• Last will and testament written on a napkin ruled valid

  11-03-2020 20:34 via thestarphoenix.com
  A Yorkton man's will is valid, even though it was "written in pen on a very thin, brown-coloured, paper restaurant napkin," a Saskatchewan Court of Queen's Bench judge ruled in a written decision. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon teen who allegedly made 'misguided joke' involving school threat enters peace bond - CTV News

  11-03-2020 20:28 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon teen who allegedly made 'misguided joke' involving school threat enters peace bond  CTV News
  
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• Saskatoon teen who allegedly made 'misguided joke' involving school threat enters peace bond

  11-03-2020 20:28
  
  A charge against a 16-year old-who was charged with uttering threats against a Saskatoon high school has been stayed.
  
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• Downtown Saskatoon business group calls for increased police presence, surveillance program

  11-03-2020 20:26
  
  The Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District is calling on Saskatoon community partners to help deal with what it says are safety challenges affecting the city’s downtown.
  
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• Policing in Downtown Saskatoon

  11-03-2020 20:14 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police Service is committed to public safety in every area of Saskatoon including the downtown.  Our Service continually assesses the deployment of officers in an effort to work on proactive policing including beat patrols, and to ensure a rapid response to calls for service.  The downtown area is unique in Saskatoon in its make-up and presents policing challenges. The mix of businesses, residents, and a high number of agencies providing services to those in our community
  
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• Sask. government gives $200,000 for COVID-19 vaccine research

  11-03-2020 20:03 via thestarphoenix.com
  A Saskatoon lab is receiving $200,000 from the provincial government to work on the search for a COVID-19 vaccine as global health officials officially label the situation a pandemic. Read More
  
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• Province offers new deal for teachers ahead of job action deadline

  11-03-2020 20:00
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan has sent a new offer to the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) ahead of the union’s job action deadline on Wednesday afternoon.
  
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• Health Canada warns of sexual enhancement product seized from Saskatoon store - CTV News

  11-03-2020 19:31 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Health Canada warns of sexual enhancement product seized from Saskatoon store  CTV News
  
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• Health Canada warns of sexual enhancement product seized from Saskatoon store

  11-03-2020 19:31
  
  A sexual enhancement product seized last year from a Saskatoon store has been found to pose a health risk, Health Canada says.
  
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• National Lacrosse League to limit fan access to teams to prevent COVID-19 spread

  11-03-2020 18:33
  
  The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is limiting fan interactions as well as preventing media access to locker rooms.
  
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• Witness in Saskatoon murder trial attacked after testifying: defence - CTV News

  11-03-2020 18:10 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Witness in Saskatoon murder trial attacked after testifying: defence  CTV News
  
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• Witness in Saskatoon murder trial attacked after testifying: defence

  11-03-2020 18:10
  
  On the third day of Brandon Brick's murder trial, court heard how a witness who testified earlier in the week was the victim of an attack.
  
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• Saskatoon jail under 'infection protocol' due to inmate COVID-19 claim

  11-03-2020 18:06 via cbc.ca
  
  "Until we have completely ruled out any potential contact between this individual and COVID-19, we are undertaking precautionary infection control measures in our provincial correctional facilities as necessary," said a statement from the Ministry of Corrections. 
  
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• Saskatoon jail under 'infection protocol' due to coronavirus claim

  11-03-2020 18:06 via cbc.ca
  
  "Until we have completely ruled out any potential contact between this individual and COVID-19, we are undertaking precautionary infection control measures in our provincial correctional facilities as necessary," said a statement from the Ministry of Corrections. 
  
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• Saskatchewan sees spike in COVID-19 testing, but still 0 confirmed cases

  11-03-2020 18:06 via cbc.ca
  
  Between March 2 and March 10, 152 people were tested for the virus in the province. For comparison, 25 were tested between Feb. 24 and March 2.
  
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• Sask. COVID-19 prep: Saskatoon inmates quarantined, JUNO precautions and tips for dealing with sick kids

  11-03-2020 18:06 via cbc.ca
  
  More than 150 inmates at Saskatoon Correctional Centre were quarantined on a precautionary basis after one prisoner claimed he came into contact with a B.C. or Alberta person with COVID-19.
  
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• Saskatoon research lab gets $200000 to find COVID-19 vaccine - CTV News

  11-03-2020 18:01 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon research lab gets $200000 to find COVID-19 vaccine  CTV News
  
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• Saskatoon research lab gets $200,000 to find COVID-19 vaccine

  11-03-2020 18:01
  
  The province is providing researchers at the University of Saskatchewan with $200,000 to help find a vaccine for COVID-19.
  
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• Reluctant rock star: Pianist Alexandra Streliski on being a Junos outlier

  11-03-2020 18:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alexandra Streliski's been toasted as a rising star of the Canadian music scene, with three Juno nominations for instrumental album, breakthrough artist and album of the year.
  
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• Premier Moe promises large spending on infrastructure in upcoming provincial budget

  11-03-2020 17:59 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Scott Moe gave some hints as to what might be included in next week's provincial budget at the annual meeting of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM).
  
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• Mistrial denied after alleged attack on accused Saskatoon murderer's mother, who tagged son as gang member

  11-03-2020 17:47 via cbc.ca
  
  Karin Roem was allegedly bear-sprayed by four youth a day after testifying for the Crown in the first-degree murder trial of alleged Terror Squad member Brandin Brick.
  
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• Defence requests mistrial after alleged attack on accused Saskatoon murderer's mother, who testified

  11-03-2020 17:47 via cbc.ca
  
  Karin Roem was allegedly bear-sprayed by four youth a day after testifying for the Crown in the first-degree murder trial of alleged Terror Squad member Brandin Brick.
  
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• Sask. gov gives $200,000 for COVID-19 vaccine research

  11-03-2020 17:34 via thestarphoenix.com
  A Saskatoon lab is receiving $200,000 from the provincial government to work on search for a COVID-19 vaccine as global health officials move to officially call the virus a pandemic. Read More
  
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• COVID-19 is a pandemic: World Health Organization

  11-03-2020 17:34
  
  Expressing alarm both about mounting infections and inadequate government responses, the World Health Organization declared Wednesday that the global coronavirus crisis is now a pandemic but added that it's not too late for countries to act.
  
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