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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan rural ER closures ‘not permanent,’ premier clarifies

  26-05-2020 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe was asked about closures of rural emergency rooms in the province amid the pandemic and said those closures are not permanent and “never were intended to be permanent.” He added the reopening of emergency rooms will start mid-June.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan legislative assembly to resume on June 15

  26-05-2020 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said on Tuesday that his government has reached an agreement with the opposition House Leader to resume the legislative assembly on June 15. He added the agreement includes that ten government members and five opposition members will be meeting in the assembly at any given time to ensure physical distancing remains...
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: 1 new death due to COVID-19 in Saskatchewan, additional death under investigation

  26-05-2020 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe reported one new death from COVID-19 on Tuesday with another currently under investigation as possible COVID-19 related. He also reported three new recoveries and no additional cases.
  
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• Transit fares could come back into force June 8

  26-05-2020 22:56 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon city hall is recommending restrictions on transit buses be relaxed and fares reinstated to coincide with the third phase of the provincial government's plan to reopen the economy. Read More
  
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• City of Saskatoon van slides into sinkhole caused by water main break

  26-05-2020 22:55
  
  The front end of a van became stuck in a large sinkhole along 37th street near Byers Crescent during Tuesday's morning commute.
  
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• Organized crime suspected of being behind COVID-19 phishing and counterfeit-equipment scams

  26-05-2020 22:51 via cbc.ca
  
  Organized crime groups have adapted their illegal operations to the COVID-19 pandemic and are successfully scamming Canadians, according to the RCMP. Experts say they are behind cyberscams and the trade in counterfeit and substandard medical goods.
  
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• New Football Canada app promotes learning from home amid COVID-19 pandemic

  26-05-2020 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Football Canada has developed a new app that allows coaches and athletes to learn from home.
  
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• Sask. emergency rooms in rural communities to reopen mid-June, but could close again if needed

  26-05-2020 22:43 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan emergency rooms that had been temporarily shuttered as health officials worked to contain COVID-19 will reopen in June, the province's health authority says.
  
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• Saskatoon Blades partnering with Sasktel Centre & Saskatchewan Rattlers to present first-ever Super Sports Saturday - Western Hockey League

  26-05-2020 22:39 via whl.ca
  Saskatoon Blades partnering with Sasktel Centre & Saskatchewan Rattlers to present first-ever Super Sports Saturday  Western Hockey League
  
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• 'It was a no brainer': Recovered Sask. COVID-19 patient donates plasma for treatment study

  26-05-2020 22:28
  
  A Saskatchewan man who recovered from COVID-19 is participating in a national study to see whether his plasma is an effective treatment to the virus.
  
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• Saskatchewan legislative assembly to resume on June 15 for 14 days

  26-05-2020 22:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan legislative assembly will meet for 14 days from June 15 to July 3, with sittings from Monday to Friday each week.
  
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• Saskatoon paramedics give back after 'pandemic of kindness' - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 22:21 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon paramedics give back after 'pandemic of kindness'  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Ottawa delays release of national action plan on missing and murdered Indigenous women

  26-05-2020 22:18 via cbc.ca
  
  The federal government is postponing the release of an action plan on missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, which was expected next month to mark the one-year anniversary of the national inquiry's final report.
  
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• COVID-19 scam circulating that involves 'study' that appears to come from City of Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 22:13
  
  The City of Saskatoon says an offer to participate in a city "study" that arrives by text message or phone call isn't what it seems.
  
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• Samwel Uko's family says he sought medical help hours before he was found dead in Wascana Lake

  26-05-2020 22:06 via cbc.ca
  
  Samwel Uko was found dead in Wascana Lake on Thursday. His family says he died after seeking help at a Regina hospital. 
  
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• More showers possible: May 26 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  26-05-2020 22:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  There’s a chance of more showers into the evening before clearing overnight. Peter Quinlan with all the details in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Tuesday, May 26.
  
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• Family of U of S Huskie says he sought medical help hours before he was found dead in Wascana Lake

  26-05-2020 22:06 via cbc.ca
  
  Samwel Uko was found dead in Wascana Lake on Thursday. His family says he died after seeking help at a Regina hospital. 
  
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• 8th COVID-19 death reported in Saskatchewan, no new coronavirus cases

  26-05-2020 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health authorities say there are no new coronavirus cases in the province, with 77 active cases and 549 total recoveries.
  
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• 'We are excited by these results': Saskatoon lab plans human trials after potential COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in animal tests - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 21:59 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'We are excited by these results': Saskatoon lab plans human trials after potential COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in animal tests  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 'Improper disposal' of cigarette sparked Saskatoon fire that resulted in $1.3M in damages: fire department - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 21:59 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'Improper disposal' of cigarette sparked Saskatoon fire that resulted in $1.3M in damages: fire department  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 'His thought was the only one it would harm is himself': 5 year sentence for man who fired gun inside Saskatoon bar - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 21:59 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'His thought was the only one it would harm is himself': 5 year sentence for man who fired gun inside Saskatoon bar  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon paramedics give back after 'pandemic of kindness'

  26-05-2020 21:56
  
  Over the last few months, Saskatoon paramedics have experienced what they call a pandemic of kindness, with gifts being dropped off at ambulance bases around the city including food and baked goods.
  
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• 'No matter what, Samwel was smiling': Man who died in Wascana Lake remembered by football recruiter

  26-05-2020 21:37
  
  Howie Zaron remembers Samwel Uke for his contagious smile and talent. As the Langley Rams head coach, Zaron recruited Samwel in late 2018 for the upcoming 2019 season.
  
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• Saskatchewan teen set to perform on NBC’s World of Dance

  26-05-2020 21:35
  
  A Warman, Sask. teen is set to take centre stage at a dance competition on a major U.S. network.
  
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• 'Life isn’t going to be normal': How a Saskatoon pub is prepping for a June 8 opening

  26-05-2020 21:08
  
  Starting June 8, bars and restaurants can unlock their doors and begin welcoming customers.
  
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• City of Saskatoon warns residents about COVID-19 study scam - CBC.ca

  26-05-2020 21:03 via cbc.ca
  
  City of Saskatoon warns residents about COVID-19 study scam  CBC.ca
  
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• City of Saskatoon warns residents about COVID-19 study scam

  26-05-2020 21:03 via cbc.ca
  
  The City of Saskatoon says residents are being asked to participate in a fake online study.
  
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• 'Come clean this mess up': Residents upset about clear-cutting along Saskatoon street - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 20:56 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'Come clean this mess up': Residents upset about clear-cutting along Saskatoon street  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon's indoor leisure centres await green light to reopen - CBC.ca

  26-05-2020 20:44 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon's indoor leisure centres await green light to reopen  CBC.ca
  
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• Sask. government, NDP agree on three-week legislative sitting to begin June 15

  26-05-2020 20:36 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government and Opposition NDP have come to an agreement to resume the legislative sitting for three weeks beginning on June 15.
  
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• English Wildfire now contained, Sask. Public Safety Agency says no evacuations expected

  26-05-2020 20:30
  
  The English Wildfire east of Prince Albert was listed as contained on Sunday, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) says.
  
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• The pools are still full, but Saskatoon's indoor leisure centres await green light to reopen

  26-05-2020 20:21 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon's six indoor leisure centres remain in "sleep mode" as city staff works on a plan to reopen after being forced to shut down because of COVID-19.
  
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• Saskatoon's indoor leisure centres await green light to reopen

  26-05-2020 20:21 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon's six indoor leisure centres remain in "sleep mode" as city staff works on a plan to reopen after being forced to shut down because of COVID-19.
  
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• NHL formally adopts 24-team playoff format, announces altered draft lottery

  26-05-2020 20:15 via cbc.ca
  
  The NHL announced Tuesday it will abandon the rest of the regular season and go straight into the playoffs with 24 teams instead of 16 if it is able to resume play.
  
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• Gary Bettman set to unveil 24-team NHL playoff format if play resumes

  26-05-2020 20:15 via cbc.ca
  
  NHL commissioner Gary Bettman is set to make a televised address at 4:30 p.m. ET about what hockey will look like if the NHL can resume the season this summer, including a 24-team straight-to-playoffs format.
  
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• Hooters posts job listings for GM, staff at location 'opening soon in Saskatoon'

  26-05-2020 20:14 via thestarphoenix.com
  A restaurant chain known more for its servers than the food or drink they serve is looking to hire staff for a Saskatoon location. Read More
  
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• Sask. legislative assembly to return on June 15 with 2020-21 budget

  26-05-2020 20:08
  
  The Saskatchewan legislative assembly will resume sitting next month, the province announced Tuesday.
  
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• Council defers bike bylaw, passes rule for car-bike buffer

  26-05-2020 20:07 via thestarphoenix.com
  Saskatoon drivers are legally required to stay at least one metre away from cyclists on single-lane streets after city council unanimously passed an updated version of the traffic amendment bylaw. Read More
  
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• Colten Boushie documentary wins Canadian Screen Award

  26-05-2020 19:36
  
  A documentary on the death of Colten Boushie has won a Canadian Screen Award.
  
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• Number of suspicious fires this year in Saskatoon already surpasses 2019 - CBC.ca

  26-05-2020 19:32 via cbc.ca
  
  Number of suspicious fires this year in Saskatoon already surpasses 2019  CBC.ca
  
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• Number of suspicious fires this year in Saskatoon already surpasses 2019

  26-05-2020 19:32 via cbc.ca
  
  Fire investigators in Saskatoon say there have already been more suspicious fires this year than in all of 2019.
  
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• Province invests $10.3 million into provincial park infrastructure

  26-05-2020 19:28 via thestarphoenix.com
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• Sask Polytechnic taking two-pronged approach to fall semester

  26-05-2020 19:24 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan universities announced they will be keeping classes virtually this fall, but Saskatchewan Polytechnic will have some classes on campus.
  
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• Arrests made after Saskatoon police see man break through home's second-floor window during alleged home invasion - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 19:21 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Arrests made after Saskatoon police see man break through home's second-floor window during alleged home invasion  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Daughter of man fatally shot by Regina police seeks answers: ‘I can’t live on’

  26-05-2020 19:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  The death of Geoff Morris, 41, was the second fatal police shooting in Regina in about 20 years.
  
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• Evade Police/Arrest - 100 block Ave. C S

  26-05-2020 19:16 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A woman was arrested early this morning after refusing to stop for Police.At approximately 12:30 a.m., May 26, 2020, Patrol officers responded to a report of a robbery in the 100 block of Avenue C South. Upon arrival, Police spoke with a resident in the area and a woman. It was reported that the woman, unknown to the resident, had stopped at the home for help with a flat tire. During their conversation, another woman reportedly approached her car on a bicycle, removed a backpack from the car and
  
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• Arrests made after Saskatoon police see man break through home's second-floor window during alleged home invasion

  26-05-2020 19:12
  
  Two men, ages 27 and 31, were arrested Tuesday morning after police were flagged down by a member of the public.
  
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• Saskatoon MP Kevin Waugh: loud and clear the CFL's business model is broken - 3downnation.com

  26-05-2020 18:28 via 3downnation.com
  
  Saskatoon MP Kevin Waugh: loud and clear the CFL's business model is broken  3downnation.com
  
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• Break & Enter In Progress - 400 block Ave. R S

  26-05-2020 18:09 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two people were arrested from a home this morning, after Police were flagged down by a member of the public.At approximately 7:30 a.m., May 26, 2020, Patrol members were in the 1700 block of 20th Street West when an individual reported a home invasion in-progress, nearby. Police attended to a house in the 400 block of Avenue R South. Upon arrival, officers observed a male break through a second floor window of the home onto the roof. He then made his way onto the roof of a neighbouring hous
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Monday, May 25 - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-05-2020 18:06 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Monday, May 25  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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