Saskatoon news

• Saskatchewan gyms prepare to reopen as province announces set date for Phase 3

  21-05-2020 23:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Gyms across Saskatchewan are preparing to reopen after the province announced that Phase 3 will begin on June 8.
  
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• COVID-19 live updates: Province eyes June 8 for next phase; includes gyms, restaurants, daycares, SARCAN

  21-05-2020 23:51 via thestarphoenix.com
  This is a live file that will be updated throughout the day. For questions or comments on our COVID-19 coverage, you can email [email protected]. Read More
  
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• 'My hands are killing me': Saskatoon man just one of a handful of people to play perfect Pac-Man game - CTV News Saskatoon

  21-05-2020 23:49 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'My hands are killing me': Saskatoon man just one of a handful of people to play perfect Pac-Man game  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatchewan Roughriders business challenged during coronavirus pandemic

  21-05-2020 23:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders are feeling the pinch of the novel coronavirus on its business.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: ‘Separate discussion’ happening on resuming legislature, Moe says

  21-05-2020 23:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  When asked about a decision on resuming legislature and if it would be included in Saskatchewan’s Phase 3 reopening plan, Premier Scott Moe said on Thursday that it is a “separate discussion” occurring among House leaders, and he hopes his government is able to move forward with the introduction and passage of a budget.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan sets target date of June 8 for ‘Phase 3’ of reopening

  21-05-2020 23:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  On Thursday, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced that “Phase 3” of the province’s reopening plan has been scheduled for June 8. He stated that it will include restaurants, gyms and places of worship, among other businesses and personal services, and provided details about protocols and guidelines that must be followed when reopening.
  
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• Eighth Street construction has recovering businesses worried

  21-05-2020 23:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  Vince Barilla is worried a major construction project on one of Saskatoon's busiest streets will damage his and other local businesses at a time when they can least afford it. Read More
  
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• Synergy 8 Builders Drive for Kids Campaign cancels 2020 tee time

  21-05-2020 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  For the first time in 12 years, the Synergy 8 Builders won’t be teeing up their Drive for Kids campaign this summer. Read More
  
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• 'My hands are killing me’: Saskatoon man just one of a handful of people to play perfect Pac-Man game

  21-05-2020 23:17
  
  Having reached the pinnacle of his favourite arcade game, Greg Sakundiak has more than three million reasons to be happy.
  
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• COVID-19 plus construction equals nightmare for some 8th Street business owners

  21-05-2020 23:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Some business owners on Eighth Street East are urging the city to delay a water main replacement project this summer.
  
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• Leo Daniels committed to stand trial for first-degree murder in death of Richard Fernuck

  21-05-2020 22:54 via thestarphoenix.com
  Charged with first-degree murder, robbery and unlawful confinement, Leo Roy Daniels has been committed to stand trial in connection with the death of 68-year-old Richard Fernuk. Read More
  
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• How to properly wear, store and clean your face mask

  21-05-2020 22:49
  
  An infectious disease expert suggests even the most basic of face masks can be reused if worn, stored and cleaned properly. Here are his tips to get the most out of your mask.
  
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• Spring seeding on par with five-year average for Saskatchewan producers

  21-05-2020 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Agriculture officials said dry weather between May 12 and 18 allowed seeding to progress steadily for most farmers.
  
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• Bus Stop ice cream shop employees traumatized after weekend vandalism, owner says

  21-05-2020 22:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Employees on shift at Bus Stop Refreshments over the weekend are traumatized after the Saskatoon ice cream shop was vandalized by a man with a bike lock on Sunday, according to the shop's owner.
  
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• Regina motorcycle crash victim remembered for his kindness, willingness to give back

  21-05-2020 22:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Ahmed Cheema, a 24-year-old man who died in a motorcycle crash in Regina on Tuesday, will be remembered by his friends for his kindness and willingness to give back.
  
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• Sum Theatre introduces their creation studio

  21-05-2020 22:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Artistic producer Heather Morrison knows how important it is for kids to have creative outlets and with a summer ahead where most time might be spent inside, Sum Theatre has launched their creation studio to bring children’s inspirations to life.
  
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• Sum Theatre introduces creation studio

  21-05-2020 22:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Artistic producer Heather Morrison knows how important it is for kids to have creative outlets and with a summer ahead where most time might be spent inside. Sum Theatre has launched their creation studio to bring children’s inspirations to life.
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: May 21

  21-05-2020 22:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  The seven-day Saskatchewan weather forecast with Global’s Peter Quinlan for Thursday, May 21.
  
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• COVID-19 live updates: Province eyes June 8 for next phase of reopening

  21-05-2020 22:23 via thestarphoenix.com
  This is a live file that will be updated throughout the day. For questions or comments on our COVID-19 coverage, you can email [email protected]. Read More
  
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• Overnight lightning strike sparks Saskatoon area house fire; 7129 lightning strikes within 50 km of city - CTV News Saskatoon

  21-05-2020 22:07 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Overnight lightning strike sparks Saskatoon area house fire; 7129 lightning strikes within 50 km of city  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Couples relieved after Elk Ridge Resort refunds wedding deposit

  21-05-2020 22:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Two Saskatchewan couples are breathing a little bit easier now that a resort in northern Saskatchewan has refunded their money.
  
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• Coronavirus: Gyms, restaurants set to open in Saskatchewan on June 8

  21-05-2020 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  On June 8, Saskatchewan residents will be able to get their nails done, go to the gym, and take their recycling into SARCAN.
  
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• Saskatoon could use stimulus money for capital projects, operating deficit: report

  21-05-2020 22:00
  
  Provincial infrastructure stimulus finding could be used for City of Saskatoon capital projects and plug a looming operating deficit.
  
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• 'Somebody's got to open that door': Murray Sinclair's path from the bench to the Senate

  21-05-2020 21:58 via cbc.ca
  
  Murray Sinclair talks about Lynn Beyak’s comments on residential schools, his role in the Senate and minority voices in politics.
  
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• 2 new coronavirus cases reported in Saskatchewan, 106 active cases

  21-05-2020 21:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  Both new coronavirus cases in Saskatchewan are in the far north region, the province’s COVID-19 epicentre.
  
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• This is when the province plans to move forward with phase three of its reopening plan

  21-05-2020 21:40
  
  The government of Saskatchewan says it has set a target date of June 8 for phase three of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan.
  
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• Heavy rain helping to contain Fort à la Corne wildfire

  21-05-2020 21:33
  
  Heavy rain in northern Saskatchewan has helped to slow the wildfire in the Fort à la Corne provincial forest east of Prince Albert, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) says.
  
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• Delays expected during Highway 5 construction

  21-05-2020 21:23
  
  Drivers can expect delays up to a half hour now that work is underway on the $18.8 million first phase of a multi-year project on Highway 5, the province says.
  
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• Rain, cooler weather hampers growth of Fort à la Corne wildfire

  21-05-2020 21:13 via thestarphoenix.com
  While a wildfire burning in the Fort à la Corne forest remains uncontained, officials say recent weather has had an effect on curbing its growth. Read More
  
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• Sask. NDP says government is playing 'games' with return to legislature

  21-05-2020 20:54 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan NDP Leader Ryan Meili says government House Leader Jeremy Harrison is playing "games" as their two parties go back-and-forth about a potential return to the legislature.
  
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• Yes, school zone speed limits are still in effect

  21-05-2020 20:42 via thestarphoenix.com
  Although school has been out since late March, school zones in Saskatoon remain in effect. Read More
  
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• Sask. government presents option to NDP for introduction of budget

  21-05-2020 20:33
  
  The provincial government has put forward an option to the opposition to reconvene the sitting of the Legislature, but the details of the terms remain unknown as the house leaders discuss.
  
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• NDP gathers outside Legislative building to demand government's return

  21-05-2020 20:33
  
  Members of the Saskatchewan NDP joined leader Ryan Meili in front of the Saskatchewan Legislature to call on the Saskatchewan Government to return to the Legislature.
  
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• 'The second wave will come' and experts say Canada is not prepared

  21-05-2020 20:16
  
  Experts are warning that there is not enough testing, tracing or information for Canada to be properly equipped to deal with a second wave of COVID-19 infections.
  
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• RCMP searching for man wanted on second-degree murder charge

  21-05-2020 20:07 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatchewan RCMP are searching for a 32-year-old man from the Sweetgrass First Nation who is wanted on a second-degree murder charge. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon school division offers 'Class of 2020' lawn signs to every graduate

  21-05-2020 19:22
  
  After graduation ceremonies were cancelled for the class of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Saskatoon's public school division is providing an alternative way for students to mark the milestone.
  
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• North Battleford murder suspect may be in Lloydminster: RCMP

  21-05-2020 19:18
  
  Saskatchewan RCMP are asking for help finding a man wanted for second degree murder.
  
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• 'Normal was the problem': Why one expert says we shouldn't go back to the way it was

  21-05-2020 19:12
  
  Canadians should not be striving for a return to normal after the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a mental health physician who argues that weak public and health services allowed the virus to take a deadly toll on certain segments of the population.
  
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• Sask. Ministry of Corrections fired, then rehired, jail guard whose 'negligence' was linked to inmate's death

  21-05-2020 18:52 via cbc.ca
  
  Cornell Henry was fatally beaten in his Saskatoon cell after a guard forgot to secure part of his criminal record and the file fell into the hands of other inmates. The guard was rehired at "an alternate location in the ministry."
  
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• Sask. Ministry of Corrections fired, then rehired, guard whose 'negligence' was linked to inmate's death

  21-05-2020 18:52 via cbc.ca
  
  Cornell Henry was fatally beaten in his Saskatoon cell soon after a guard forgot to secure part of his criminal record and the file fell into the hands of other inmates. The guard was rehired at "an alternate location in the ministry."
  
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• Sask. exports up in 2020 Q1 despite COVID-19 pandemic impact

  21-05-2020 18:14
  
  While national exports have declined by one per cent, Saskatchewan’s exports were up 4.2 per cent in the first quarter of 2020, the fourth highest among Canadian provinces.
  
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• Costco recommends shoppers wear a mask or face covering

  21-05-2020 18:14
  
  Costco is recommending shoppers wear a mask or face covering while shopping in the giant warehouses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• SARCAN Recycling will reopen to public next month

  21-05-2020 18:13 via cbc.ca
  
  There is light at the end of the tunnel for Saskatchewan residents who have growing piles of bottles and cans taking up space at home, as SARCAN will reopen to the public in June.
  
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• SARCAN 'actively' preparing to reopen recycling depots in near future

  21-05-2020 18:13 via cbc.ca
  
  There is light at the end of the tunnel for Saskatchewan residents who have growing piles of bottles and cans taking up space at home, as SARCAN is actively preparing to reopen its depots soon.
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday, May 21

  21-05-2020 18:08
  
  Check back throughout the day for the latest on COVID-19 in Saskatoon and area.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Cleaning staff key part of team

  21-05-2020 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  I am writing in response to Bruce Taylor’s letter (SP, May 7). I have been an RN at City Hospital on a busy surgical floor for nine years. I completely agree that the housekeeping staff should be entitled to all of the same benefits as us other front line workers. Read More
  
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• Girl, 5, who survived triple slaying of family in Prince Albert, Sask. comes home

  21-05-2020 17:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  The parade was organized to help celebrate Kendrah who has become known as “one tough cookie.”
  
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• Sask. wildfire grows to 400 square kilometres

  21-05-2020 17:34 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency says ground crews and aircraft are fighting the blaze.
  
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• Pure Roots Urban Farms Grows Program To Help Saskatoon Food Bank - PRNewswire

  21-05-2020 17:29 via prnewswire.com
  Pure Roots Urban Farms Grows Program To Help Saskatoon Food Bank  PRNewswire
  
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• Man wanted for second-degree murder in North Battleford, Sask. death

  21-05-2020 16:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Michael Jordan White is wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP for second-degree murder in the death of Todd Stone death.
  
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