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• Saskatchewan RCMP respond to hundreds of coronavirus-related calls since early March

  17-04-2020 23:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  Since the beginning of March, Saskatchewan RCMP said it has received nearly 900 COVID-19-related calls for service.
  
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• Regina man 'feeling totally better' after recovering from COVID-19

  17-04-2020 23:31
  
  For 11 of the last 12 days, Saskatchewan has recorded more recoveries from COVID-19 than new cases. One of those recoveries is Mayson Sonntag.
  
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• Air passengers will be required to wear non-medical masks starting April 20

  17-04-2020 23:13 via cbc.ca
  
  The federal government is rolling out new rules requiring that all air travellers wear face masks covering their noses and mouths while in transit.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan estimates up to $3.3B in lost revenue due to COVID-19

  17-04-2020 23:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Finance Minister Donna Harpauer provided an update into the province’s expected revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying they were estimating a loss of up to $3.3 billion for 2020-21. She said that they had put forward a range of decreases of about $1.3 billion, $2.2 billion and $3.3 billion, with the various scenarios due...
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan reports 2 new cases, 9 recoveries from COVID-19

  17-04-2020 23:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said on Friday that the province had two new cases, but it was a “positive day” because nine more people had recovered. He said that there were now only 75 active cases, adding that out of 11 of the past 12 days there have been more recoveries than new cases in...
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan premier says long-term care home workers can only work at one facility

  17-04-2020 23:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said that as of April 28, long-term care home workers can only work at one facility, becoming the latest province to put in place this restriction. Prior to this, some workers were working at more than one facility at a time, raising concerns about the possible spread from one facility to...
  
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• People helping people in Saskatchewan during the coronavirus pandemic

  17-04-2020 23:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here is a look at how people are helping other people cope and celebrate milestones during the coronavirus pandemic in Saskatchewan.
  
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• Police, firefighters respond to body found in Saskatoon river - CTV News Saskatoon

  17-04-2020 22:50 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Police, firefighters respond to body found in Saskatoon river  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Sask. ranchers face 'anxiety' following beef market slump

  17-04-2020 22:47
  
  Cattle ranchers in Saskatchewan may not be able to sell livestock following a major buyer’s announcement about slowing down operations.
  
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• Police, firefighters respond to body found in Saskatoon river

  17-04-2020 22:28
  
  Saskatoon firefighters are trying to recover a dead person found in the South Saskatchewan River.
  
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• Sask. projects revenue loss of $1B to $3B as province faces 'pandemic deficit'

  17-04-2020 22:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan's finance minister says revenues could decline between $1.3 billion and $3.3 billion in 2020-21 as the province faces a "pandemic deficit."
  
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• April 17 weather outlook: More spring-like conditions on the way in Saskatchewan

  17-04-2020 22:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Saturday cool down, then more spring-like conditions. Peter Quinlan with the details in your April 17 SkyTracker weather outlook.
  
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• Sask. judge releases 69-year-old from jail over fears of COVID-19

  17-04-2020 22:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Health concerns around COVID-19 have prompted a Court of Appeal judge to release a 69-year-old awaiting a hearing.
  
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• 2 new coronavirus cases reported in Saskatchewan, 1 a care home employee

  17-04-2020 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan reported nine more recoveries from coronavirus on Friday, raising the overall total to 228.
  
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• 2 new coronavirus case reported in Saskatchewan, 9 more recoveries

  17-04-2020 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan reported nine more recoveries from coronavirus on Friday, raising the overall total to 228.
  
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• Person in River - Spadina Crescent and 25th Street East

  17-04-2020 21:52 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are investigating after a person was spotted floating in the South Saskatchewan River this afternoon.At approximately 12:45 p.m., April 17, 2020, a witness notified police that they saw what appeared to be a deceased person.  Police arrived on-scene and confirmed the male was deceased.  Officers are continuing to investigate.Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. (Occurrence Num
  
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• Saskatoon front line workers, mayor seek permanent housing for homeless

  17-04-2020 21:49 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon outreach workers are seeking more permanent housing to protect the city's homeless during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• True colours: NLL's Saskatchewan Rush go ahead with Co-Op Fan Appreciation Day

  17-04-2020 21:44 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The National Lacrosse League's Saskatchewan Rush organization is spreading good will — and Rush team jerseys — instead of COVID-19 virus. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan projects up to $3.3B in lost revenue due to COVID-19

  17-04-2020 20:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Earlier this year, Saskatchewan was anticipating a balanced budget, but with the coronavirus having an effect on the world’s economy, the province had to increase spending in healthcare and social transfers.
  
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• Interactive: Which benefits am I eligible for during the COVID-19 pandemic?

  17-04-2020 20:37
  
  Canadian governments have set up various new benefits for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. CTVNews.ca explains which benefits are available in each province and territory.
  
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• Concern shifts to transition of inmates as Sask. jail population falls more than a quarter during pandemic

  17-04-2020 20:18 via thestarphoenix.com
  The number of inmates in Saskatchewan's correctional facilities fell by 535 in the span of a month. Read More
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday, April 16 - CTV News Saskatoon

  17-04-2020 20:08 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday, April 16  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Woman accused in death of Colin Sutherland released as she awaits trial

  17-04-2020 20:04 via thestarphoenix.com
  A 30-year-old woman awaiting trial in connection with the April 2018 death of retired educator Colin Sutherland has been released from Pine Grove Correctional Centre on conditions. Read More
  
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• 'We have an outbreak situation in La Loche,' top doc says

  17-04-2020 19:41 via cbc.ca
  
  One care home resident and one care provider in the northern community have tested positive, as have two others.
  
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• To help pedestrians avoid touching buttons, City of Saskatoon automates high-use crossings

  17-04-2020 19:37
  
  The city says it has made adjustments to 59 high-use pedestrian intersections in light of the pandemic and drivers may have to wait a bit longer as a result.
  
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• EGADZ makes appeal to thieves who trashed outreach van during pandemic

  17-04-2020 19:30 via cbc.ca
  
  The executive director of EGADZ in Saskatoon is asking thieves to stop trashing the outreach group's community van.
  
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• 2020 SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival postponed due to coronavirus

  17-04-2020 19:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The 34th annual SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival has been postponed until further notice due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. jazz fest postponed, organizers 'determined' to put on shows when safe

  17-04-2020 18:50
  
  The 2020 SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival has been postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Blood donations meeting demand in Saskatchewan after brief drop-off: Canadian Blood Services

  17-04-2020 18:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  The outbreak initially caused concern that blood donations would drop to dangerous levels, leading to a nation-wide call from Canadian Blood Services.
  
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• 'Heartbreaking': Saskatchewan Jazz Festival postponed until further notice due to COVID-19

  17-04-2020 18:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  A staple of Saskatchewan summers for decades, the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival is the latest event to be bumped as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• 'Heartbreaking': Saskatchewan Jazz Festival postponed due to COVID-19

  17-04-2020 18:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  A staple of Saskatchewan summers for decades, the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival is the latest event to be bumped as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• Sask. predicts $1.3B to $3.3B revenue decline from COVID-19 pandemic

  17-04-2020 18:11
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan predicts the COVID-19 pandemic will result in a potential revenue decline of $1.3 billion to $3.3 billion.
  
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• Sask. finance minister to update revenue projections Friday afternoon

  17-04-2020 18:11
  
  Saskatchewan Finance Minister Donna Harpauer will provide an update on Saskatchewan’s revenue projections on Friday afternoon.
  
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• Trudeau announces $1.7B to clean up orphan wells in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan

  17-04-2020 18:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Trudeau made the announcement Friday morning and said the goal is to create immediate jobs in these provinces, while helping companies avoid bankruptcy.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Province's actions may be criminal

  17-04-2020 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  We are Saskatchewan residents who are extremely concerned about the province’s poor response to homeless people and the COVID-19 virus. The paltry sum of $171,000 is vastly inadequate for the 10 homeless shelters in the province. Read More
  
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• Behind the scenes at Global Saskatoon during the coronavirus pandemic

  17-04-2020 17:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  Life is a lot different for almost everyone these days, and that includes the way Global Saskatoon brings you news and information. Ryan Flaherty plays tour guide with a look behind the scenes at some of the ways we are doing things differently.
  
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• Co-op Refinery Complex reduces production at Regina plant amid coronavirus pandemic

  17-04-2020 17:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  Due to ongoing market conditions amid COVID-19, the Co-op Refinery Complex is lowering production at its Regina plant.
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Friday, April 17

  17-04-2020 17:14
  
  Check back throughout the day for the latest on COVID-19 in Saskatoon and area.
  
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• Puzzles: The new quarantine rage

  17-04-2020 17:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  They are family friendly, exercise your brain and most importantly take a lot of time. Puzzles have become all the rage during isolation and joining us to discuss the new-again trend is Leon Stein from Puzzle Masters.
  
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• SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival postponed indefinitely due to COVID-19

  17-04-2020 17:01 via cbc.ca
  
  While this year's jazz festival is being indefinitely postponed, organizers are already working on potential new events.
  
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• Two new COVID-19 cases in Sask., nine more recoveries

  17-04-2020 16:58
  
  Saskatchewan is reporting two new COVID-19 cases bringing the total to 307, according to a release from the province.
  
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• Trudeau announces help for struggling energy sector, including $1.7B to clean up orphan wells

  17-04-2020 16:55 via cbc.ca
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced new measures to support Canada's energy sector, including $1.7 billion to clean up orphan wells in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia.
  
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• 'Just killed 2 ppl': A look at events in the La Loche school shooting

  17-04-2020 16:28
  
  The Supreme Court of Canada has decided it will not hear the sentencing appeal of a student who killed four people and injured seven others in a mass shooting in La Loche, Sask., in 2016. The ruling means the shooter has no further avenues of appeal and a publication ban on his name is no longer in place. Here is a timeline of events:
  
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• Where to find help during the COVID-19 pandemic

  17-04-2020 16:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  With businesses closed across Saskatoon, health care professionals are still providing online and phone service if you have questions about your health.
  
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• Regina gyms find new ways to provide classes for clients amid coronavirus

  17-04-2020 15:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Trainers are turning to online resources as a way to teach clients, and keep their gyms afloat amid COVID-19.
  
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• Kirk Muyers on joining the reigning provincial men’s curling champions Team Dunstone

  17-04-2020 15:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon’s, Kirk Muyres is moving next year to the team led by Regina’s Matt Dunstone, who made it to the semi-finals in the 2020 Brier, and will hope to break the 40-year Saskatchewan drought in next year’s Brier.
  
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• Canada-U.S. reach deal to extend border restrictions by 30 days: sources

  17-04-2020 15:34
  
  Canada and the United States have reached an agreement to extend the current closure of the border to all non-essential travel for at least another month, sources tell CTV News.
  
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• Canada-U.S. agree to extend border restrictions by 30 days: sources

  17-04-2020 15:34
  
  Canada and the United States have agreed to extend the current closure of the border to all non-essential travel for at least another month as the fight against COVID-19 continues in both countries, sources tell CTV News.
  
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• Kinsmen raising money for charities effected by the COVID-19 pandemic

  17-04-2020 15:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Many charities that have been effected by the COVID-19 pandemic, especially with many fundraising events being cancelled. To help minimize the impact, the Kinsmen Club of Saskatoon is raising money for 30 charities across the city.
  
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• Woman charged with arson in connection to Saskatoon fire - CBC.ca

  17-04-2020 14:57 via cbc.ca
  
  Woman charged with arson in connection to Saskatoon fire  CBC.ca
  
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