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• 'They want to see change': Anti-racism rally in Saskatoon a sign of solidarity with George Floyd, Black Lives Matter

  04-06-2020 23:52 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Hundreds of people were expected to gather together on a brisk Thursday night in downtown Saskatoon with one shared belief: a desire to "grow towards something better." Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan premier ‘concerned about large gatherings regardless of the cause’

  04-06-2020 23:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe was asked on Thursday whether he is advising that the province’s residents not attend anti-racism protests planned for the weekend in response to the George Floyd death in Minnesota – out of health concerns. The premier said he does have concerns about any large gatherings regardless of the cause, as the...
  
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• Saskatoon mama goose takes care of 47 goslings - CBC.ca

  04-06-2020 23:47 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon mama goose takes care of 47 goslings  CBC.ca
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan expands province’s temporary wage supplement program

  04-06-2020 23:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced on Thursday the expansion of the province’s temporary wage supplement program to include a larger number of workers helping at long-term care centres and other care providers. The new expansion will include anyone, regardless of their income level, who is working at a licenced public or private long-term care home....
  
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• Sisters who found 11 abandoned cats 'shocked' after Saskatoon Animal Control says to let them loose - CBC.ca

  04-06-2020 23:39 via cbc.ca
  
  Sisters who found 11 abandoned cats 'shocked' after Saskatoon Animal Control says to let them loose  CBC.ca
  
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• Sisters who found 11 abandoned cats 'shocked' after Saskatoon Animal Control says to let them loose

  04-06-2020 23:39 via cbc.ca
  
  A woman who found 11 cats left for dead near her home says she was dismayed when the Saskatoon Animal Control Agency would not come get the animals due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and instead told her to let them roam free.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan premier urges residents to shop local as Phase 3 of reopening approaches

  04-06-2020 23:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe encouraged residents who are feeling well and are not immunocompromised to go out and enjoy services open next Monday in Phase 3 of the province’s reopening plan. He said gyms, restaurants, and some personal services will be able to reopen, and asked the people of Saskatchewan to support local businesses that...
  
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• 'They want to see change': Rally in Saskatoon a sign of solidarity with George Floyd, Black Lives Matter

  04-06-2020 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  Hundreds of people were expected to gather together on a brisk Thursday night in downtown Saskatoon with one shared belief: a desire to "grow towards something better." Read More
  
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• Missing woman's remains identified using national DNA program

  04-06-2020 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Remains found nearly two years near a Saskatchewan village have been identified with the help of a national DNA data bank. Read More
  
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• Hundreds of litres of oil spilled after being hidden in recycling bin

  04-06-2020 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A City of Saskatoon truck driver got a greasy surprise this week after someone concealed hundreds of litres of cooking oil in a public recycling bin. Read More
  
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• Mayoral race still unclear as campaign spending period begins

  04-06-2020 23:23 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Candidates in Saskatoon's upcoming municipal election can now spend money on getting themselves elected, but it remains far from clear who will seek the city's top job this fall. Read More
  
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• Work from home if you can, Sask.'s top doctor says

  04-06-2020 23:20
  
  As Saskatchewan’s economy continues to reopen, the province’s chief medical health officer says people should continue to work from home if possible.
  
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• Justice for George Floyd Gathering and March

  04-06-2020 23:18 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police Service has spoken with the organizers of a planned gathering and march scheduled for later today. We recognize and support that everyone has the lawful right to assembly, so long as it remains peaceful. As with any public gathering, we continue to liaise with organizers to ensure the safety of everyone - those wishing to participate, motorists and other members of the public.We also remind those taking part of the existing Public Health Order and the need for safe
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday June, 4 - CTV News Saskatoon

  04-06-2020 23:05 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday June, 4  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• La Ronge RCMP call for information in death of 29-year-old man

  04-06-2020 22:59 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  La Ronge RCMP say they want to hear from anyone who may have had contact with a man who died earlier this week. Read More
  
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• Sask. gov expands COVID-19 wage supplement to include long-term care, assisted living staff

  04-06-2020 22:56
  
  The province is expanding its COVID-19 wage supplement to include workers in long-term care and assisting living facilities.
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: June 4

  04-06-2020 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  The seven-day Saskatchewan weather forecast with Global’s Peter Quinlan for Thursday, June 4.
  
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• Re-open Sask. plan's fourth phase to be rolled out in two parts

  04-06-2020 22:45
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan says the fourth phase of the Re-open Saskatchewan plan will now take place in two parts.
  
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• 'We need to be here for each other,' say Indigenous supporters of Black Lives Matter

  04-06-2020 22:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Across the country many Indigenous people are supporting the Black Lives Matter movement in the fight against racism.
  
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• As Regina announces library restart dates, Saskatoon Public Library 'finalizing our plans'

  04-06-2020 22:26 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  As Regina Public Library announces its new-look reopening dates, Saskatoon Public Library says its plans will be unveiled soon. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan increases access to child-care for working parents ahead of Phase 3

  04-06-2020 22:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government announced there will be an increased access to child-care spaces for working parents, ahead of Phase 3 reopen plan.
  
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• Broken rail caused 2019 train derailment outside Saskatoon, report finds

  04-06-2020 22:09 via cbc.ca
  
  Over a year after a grain-hauling train derailed and crashed in flames outside Saskatoon, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada says the accident was caused by a broken rail on the track.
  
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• Saskatoon rally planned in support of George Floyd and Black Lives Matter movement

  04-06-2020 22:06
  
  A peaceful rally is scheduled to take place in Saskatoon Thursday night to honour George Floyd and stand up against social injustice.
  
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• 1 new coronavirus case in Saskatchewan, active cases dip below 5%

  04-06-2020 21:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  Testing is being expanded in Saskatchewan to Immunocompromised people and those admitted to acute care for more than 24 hours, including expectant mothers.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: Phase 5 of provincial reopening plan coming June 2021

  04-06-2020 21:49 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government said on Thursday it has slated Phase 5 of its reopening plan, which includes the lifting of long-term restrictions, for next June.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 1 new case in Saskatoon area, 6 more recoveries in province reported Thursday

  04-06-2020 21:49 via cbc.ca
  
  A new case of COVID-19 has been detected in the Saskatoon area, the Saskatchewan government announced on Thursday. The case is likely linked to travel, according to government data.
  
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• Tennis courts reopen in Sask., with restrictions in place to prevent COVID-19 spread

  04-06-2020 21:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Tennis courts across the province are open for matches, albeit under a variety of guidelines intended to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
  
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• As FCL refinery lockout enters sixth month, union takes pickets to company headquarters

  04-06-2020 21:24 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Up to 400 Unifor members held a demonstration in Saskatoon on Thursday to call on Federated Co-op Limited to end the six-month lockout affecting refinery workers in Regina. Read More
  
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• StarPhoenix cuts Monday print edition

  04-06-2020 21:14
  
  Some changes are coming to the Saskatoon StarPhoenix.
  
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• Remains of Edmonton woman, missing for 4 years, found in Saskatchewan

  04-06-2020 21:10 via globalnews.ca
  
  This is the first time RCMP in Saskatchewan were able to identify remains through the National Missing Persons DNA Program. The cause of death remains under investigation.
  
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• Man charged after woman finds stranger in bedroom

  04-06-2020 20:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A 28-year-old woman is uninjured and a man is charged with break and enter after police responded to a call early Thursday morning. Read More
  
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• La Ronge RCMP want public’s help after homicide

  04-06-2020 20:15
  
  RCMP are investigating the death of 29-year-old Muhammad Venne.
  
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• Unifor members demonstrating in Saskatoon Thursday to call for end of lockout

  04-06-2020 19:44 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Up to 400 Unifor members will be demonstrating in Saskatoon Thursday to call on Federated Co-op Limited to end the six month lockout affecting refinery workers. Read More
  
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• Seeding of 2020 crop nears completion in Saskatchewan

  04-06-2020 19:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Strong winds and a lack of precipitation is drying out many fields as seeding nears completion, Saskatchewan Agriculture reported.
  
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• Cosmo ready to help Saskatonians with bottles and cans piling up during pandemic

  04-06-2020 19:37 via cbc.ca
  
  Cosmo is ready to go, with full knowledge there may be a gold mine of cans, bottles, jugs and cartons waiting.
  
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• Rush season finished: National Lacrosse League officially cancels 2019-20 campaign

  04-06-2020 19:21 via thestarphoenix.com
  The National Lacrosse League's 2019-20 season is officially cancelled. Read More
  
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• Arrest - Possession of Loaded Firearm - 1400 Block Main Street

  04-06-2020 19:20 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A man is facing numerous charges after being found in possession of a loaded firearm yesterday morning.At approximately 7:30 a.m., June 3, 2020, Patrol officers responded to the 1400 block of Main Street for a report of a suspicious person. Upon arrival, they located a male in possession of a loaded firearm.The 37-year-old man is charged with Possession of a Dangerous Weapon, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized, Possession of
  
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• Pharmacy graduates limited to working on front lines as interns

  04-06-2020 18:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  While some health care graduates in Saskatchewan are being "fast-tracked" to working on the front lines, recent pharmacy graduates in the province are instead waiting longer than usual to practise as licensed professionals. Read More
  
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• Rail manufactured in 1953 was factor in 2019 train derailment near Saskatoon: TSB

  04-06-2020 18:48 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Rail manufactured in 1953 and installed shortly before a 2019 train derailment near Saskatoon was a factor in the wreck, according to the Transportation Safety Board of Canada. Read More
  
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• Firearm pointed at officer during foot chase: Saskatoon police

  04-06-2020 18:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon police say they were called to a reported disturbance on Hilliard Street on Wednesday morning where a firearm was allegedly seen.
  
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• Hockey Canada lifts ban on sanctioned activities, lets members decide on return

  04-06-2020 18:42 via cbc.ca
  
  Hockey Canada has lifted its ban on sanctioned activities and is allowing the country's 13 member organizations to individually determine when it's safe to return to action.
  
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• Arrest - Break and Enter - 1200 Block Spadina Crescent

  04-06-2020 18:19 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A man has been charged after breaking and entering a residence early this morning. At approximately 12:40 a.m., June 4, 2020, Police responded to a home in the 1200 block of Spadina Crescent after it was reported that a woman woke to an unknown man in her bedroom. The man fled from the residence and attempted to gain entry to the victim's locked vehicle. He then proceeded south down the alley and was arrested while attempting to hide in a nearby backyard. The 44-year-old man is charged
  
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• Regina Leader-Post, Saskatoon StarPhoenix to stop printing Monday newspapers - CBC.ca

  04-06-2020 18:02 via cbc.ca
  
  Regina Leader-Post, Saskatoon StarPhoenix to stop printing Monday newspapers  CBC.ca
  
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• Regina Leader-Post, Saskatoon StarPhoenix to stop printing Monday newspapers

  04-06-2020 18:02 via cbc.ca
  
  Two of Saskatchewan's major newspapers will be switching their Monday editions to digital-only later this month.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Snowbirds have tremendous inspirational value

  04-06-2020 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Re: Jim Ursan’s letter to the editor, Time to reconsider worth of Snowbirds (LP, May 13) Read More
  
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• Former Sask. Roughrider joins protests in Washington, D.C.

  04-06-2020 17:53 via cbc.ca
  
  A former Saskatchewan Roughrider, born and raised in Regina, is now on the front lines of protests in Washington, D.C.
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Thursday June, 4

  04-06-2020 17:08
  
  Check back throughout the day for the latest on COVID-19 in Saskatoon and area.
  
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• One new Sask. COVID-19 case; active cases drop below 30

  04-06-2020 16:47
  
  Saskatchewan has confirmed one new COVID-19 case, bringing the provincial total to 648.
  
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• Adopt a Pet: Gigi is ready to be taken home

  04-06-2020 16:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  This week on adopt a pet, Gigi from new hope dog rescue is ready to find her home.
  
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• Correction - Charges Laid After Firearm Pointed At Police Officer In Early Morning Incident - 400 Block Hilliard Street

  04-06-2020 16:22 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The firearm that was pointed at an officer yesterday and later seized was a sawed-off rifle, not a shotgun as previously indicated.(Occurrence Number: 20-52089)
  
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