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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan premier encourages graduates, schools to find innovative, creative ways to celebrate

  08-06-2020 23:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Monday encouraged parents and graduates to work with schools, and to work “within public health perimeters” to find creative and innovative ways to celebrate “the effort and the milestone that they have achieved.”
  
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• CERB fraudsters could face fines or jail time, draft bill shows

  08-06-2020 23:34
  
  The federal government is looking to put into law new punishments, including jail time and fines, for Canadians who are found to be defrauding the Canada Emergency Response Benefit program, according to a copy of a draft piece of legislation that has not been tabled in the House of Commons.
  
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• Unattended fire pit causes $400K damage: Saskatoon Fire Department - Globalnews.ca

  08-06-2020 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  Unattended fire pit causes $400K damage: Saskatoon Fire Department  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Unattended fire pit causes $400K damage: Saskatoon Fire Department

  08-06-2020 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  A fire investigator has confirmed a blaze in Saskatoon’s Pacific Heights neighbourhood this past weekend was caused by an unattended fire pit.
  
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• Oil and gas spending estimates adjusted lower as uncertainties persist

  08-06-2020 23:28 via cbc.ca
  
  New forecasts show dramatically lower expectations for 2020 capital spending in the oil and gas sector both nationally and in Alberta, the province that produces 65 per cent of the country's natural gas and 82 per cent of its oil.
  
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• Saskatoon Police investigating after multiple stabbings in City Park neighbourhood - CKOM News Talk Sports

  08-06-2020 23:26 via ckom.com
  
  Saskatoon Police investigating after multiple stabbings in City Park neighbourhood  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• AFN national chief to help Prince Charles promote 'Great Reset' environmental initiative in Canada

  08-06-2020 23:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde says he's helping Prince Charles promote an international initiative that aims to make greening the economy a centrepiece in the COVID-19 recovery plans of nations and corporations.
  
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• 'We're stoked to be back to work': Saskatoon tattoo shop owner starts gradual reopening process

  08-06-2020 23:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan tattoo artists are ready to make their mark on customers once again.
  
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• 'We're stoked to be back to work': Sask. tattoo shop owner starts gradual reopening process

  08-06-2020 23:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan tattoo artists are ready to make their mark on customers once again.
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan enters Phase 3 of reopening, majority of businesses opening

  08-06-2020 23:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced Monday that the province is entering phase three in its reopening plan, allowing the majority of businesses, including restaurants, to reopen. Saskatchewan now has just 17 active cases of COVID-19.
  
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• Stabbing/Charges Laid - 800 block 4th Ave. N

  08-06-2020 22:56 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Serious Assault Unit is investigating after a stabbing involving multiple people was reported this morning.At approximately 12:30 a.m., June 8, 2020, Saskatoon Police responded to a report of a stabbing at a home in the 800 block of 4th Avenue North. Upon arrival, multiple people were located inside the home, two of whom were suffering from stab wounds. A 22 year old woman and a 21 year old man were transported to hospital with, what are believed to be minor injuries. Officers lear
  
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• COVID-19: Two new deaths reported in Saskatchewan's north

  08-06-2020 22:38 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Two more people from Saskatchewan's north diagnosed with COVID-19 have died, bringing the virus's death toll in the province to 13. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: June 8

  08-06-2020 22:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  The seven-day Saskatchewan weather forecast with Global’s Peter Quinlan for Monday, June 8.
  
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• Canada West cancels fall sports due to COVID-19

  08-06-2020 22:21
  
  The University of Saskatchewan Huskies will not be taking to the grid-iron this season.
  
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• Here's when playgrounds, beaches are set to reopen in Sask.

  08-06-2020 22:18
  
  The province announced Monday that outdoor playgrounds and beaches will be permitted to open on Friday June 12.
  
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• 2 domestic flights to Saskatoon flagged for COVID-19 - CBC.ca

  08-06-2020 22:14 via cbc.ca
  
  2 domestic flights to Saskatoon flagged for COVID-19  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatchewan reports 2 deaths, 4 new coronavirus cases

  08-06-2020 22:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  Two people from northern Saskatchewan have died from COVID-19, provincial health officials reported.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 2 more deaths, 4 more cases reported Monday

  08-06-2020 22:01 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government announced Monday that two more people have died after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
  
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• Woman appears in court, charged with impaired driving causing Kionna Nicotine's death

  08-06-2020 21:36 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Appearing in Saskatoon provincial court by video from police detention, 22-year-old Stacey-Marie Stone asked if anyone was in the courtroom for her. Read More
  
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• Woman accused of driving drunk, killing Kionna Nicotine appears in Saskatoon court - Globalnews.ca

  08-06-2020 21:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Woman accused of driving drunk, killing Kionna Nicotine appears in Saskatoon court  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Woman accused of driving drunk, killing Kionna Nicotine appears in Saskatoon court

  08-06-2020 21:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Kionna Nicotine, 23, died following a collision involving an impaired driver, according to the Saskatoon Police Service.
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. announces pair of flights with confirmed infections

  08-06-2020 21:07 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan is asking anyone who travelled aboard either of two flights that landed in Saskatoon in late May to monitor themselves for symptoms of COVID-19. Read More
  
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• North Battleford man serving jail time for posting revenge porn photos faces new charges

  08-06-2020 21:05 via cbc.ca
  
  Daylan Heidel, 28, is serving an 18-month jail sentence for distributing intimate images of four women on an internet porn site without their consent. He pleaded guilty in November 2019. Now, he's facing more charges for other alleged victims.
  
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• Saskatchewan Huskies football, soccer seasons cancelled due to pandemic

  08-06-2020 21:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Huskies football and soccer have been cancelled for the 2020 season amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Saskatchewan Huskies football, soccer seasons cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic - Globalnews.ca

  08-06-2020 21:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Huskies football, soccer seasons cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Saskatchewan Huskies football, soccer seasons cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic

  08-06-2020 21:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Huskies football and soccer have been cancelled for the 2020 season amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• SaskTel Centre to screen more drive-in movies, including Dirty Dancing, Aladdin and The Wedding Singer

  08-06-2020 20:50
  
  SaskTel Centre is extending its run of drive-in movies in its parking lot after an "overwhelming response" on its first weekend, according to a press release.
  
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• Reopening during pandemic 'almost like starting a new business': Sask. entrepreneur

  08-06-2020 20:33 via cbc.ca
  
  Some Sask. business owners say reopening isn't as simple as unlocking the doors.
  
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• Saskatoon band plans "virtual tour" during COVID-19 - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  08-06-2020 20:21 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon band plans "virtual tour" during COVID-19  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Outrage and calls to 'defund police' in Canada

  08-06-2020 20:20
  
  The push to defund police forces is gaining momentum in some parts of Canada as thousands sign petitions to reallocate funds and some city councillors put forward motions for budget cuts following anti-Black racism protests around the world.
  
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• 'Defund the police' movement gathers momentum in Canada

  08-06-2020 20:20
  
  The push to defund police forces is gaining momentum in some parts of Canada as thousands sign petitions to reallocate funds and some city councillors put forward motions for budget cuts following anti-Black racism protests around the world.
  
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• Two recent Saskatoon flights had COVID-19 cases on board

  08-06-2020 19:58
  
  The federal government has added two flights that recently landed in Saskatoon to a list of flights that have had confirmed cases of COVID-19 on board.
  
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• NDP calls Sask. minimum wage hike an 'insult' to workers

  08-06-2020 19:48 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Party government announced last week that the minimum wage would increase to $11.45 per hour on Oct. 1, 2020. The Sask. NDP says a $15 an hour wage is needed to help struggling families.
  
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• U Sports cancels 6 national championships due to COVID-19 pandemic

  08-06-2020 19:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Women's field hockey and rugby, cross-country running, men's and women's soccer all scheduled for later this year are the other championships called off.
  
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• COVID-19 updates for Saskatoon and area for Monday, June 8

  08-06-2020 19:32
  
  This is a developing story. Check back throughout the day for the latest on COVID-19 in Saskatoon and area.
  
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• COVID-19: U of S Huskies' fall sports cancelled for 2020 due to pandemic concerns

  08-06-2020 19:29 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Huskie Athletic sports will not be played on the University of Saskatchewan campus this fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• On George Floyd's death, journalism and inclusive newsrooms

  08-06-2020 19:21 via cbc.ca
  
  Hard questions were asked this week by the CBC audience and staff as George Floyd’s death lit the fuse on a powder keg of anger and frustration over anti-Black racism. CBC News editor in chief Brodie Fenlon offers some answers.
  
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• 2 domestic flights to Saskatoon flagged for COVID-19

  08-06-2020 19:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Anyone who thinks they may have COVID-19 is asked to use the federal government's self-assessment tool.
  
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• Traffic Stop/Weapons - 22nd St. E & Pacific Ave.

  08-06-2020 19:03 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two people were arrested last night after officers observed a firearm in a car.At 10:50 p.m., June 7, 2020, members on Patrol observed a passenger inside of a blue 2005 Pontiac Pursuit holding a firearm. A traffic stop was conducted at 22nd Street East and Pacific Avenue. The female passenger was believed to be under the influence of alcohol and open liquor was located. Both she and the male driver were arrested from the vehicle. Three imitation firearms and a knife were located inside. A s
  
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• Restaurants, bars to reopen in Saskatoon - CTV News

  08-06-2020 19:03 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Restaurants, bars to reopen in Saskatoon  CTV News
  
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• Restaurants, bars to reopen in Saskatoon

  08-06-2020 19:03
  
  After months of being closed due to the COVID-19 public heath order, restaurants and bars can officially reopen in Saskatchewan.
  
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• 'It's like we're on parole, we've been let out': Saskatoon restaurants, bars welcome back customers - CTV News

  08-06-2020 19:03 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'It's like we're on parole, we've been let out': Saskatoon restaurants, bars welcome back customers  CTV News
  
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• 'It’s like we’re on parole, we’ve been let out': Saskatoon restaurants, bars welcome back customers

  08-06-2020 19:03
  
  After months of being closed due to the COVID-19 public heath order, restaurants and bars can officially reopen in Saskatchewan.
  
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• Report to be released into death of CN Rail worker near Melville

  08-06-2020 19:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  More than two years after the death of a Canadian National rail worker near Melville, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is set to release its investigation report into the incident. Read More
  
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• Vanier Cup among national U Sports championships cancelled because of COVID-19 pandemic

  08-06-2020 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  U Sports announced Monday it is cancelling the Vanier Cup, as well as national championships for women's field hockey, men's and women's cross-country running, men's and women's soccer and women's rugby.
  
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• Trudeau wants RCMP to move forward with body cameras

  08-06-2020 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  As the debate over police officers' use of force intensifies, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said today he believes Mounties should start wearing body cameras.
  
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• RCMP agrees to outfit some Mounties with body cameras

  08-06-2020 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The head of the RCMP says her organization will begin the work of outfitting some of its officers with body cameras — a move that comes in the midst of a global wave of mass protests against police brutality.
  
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• High streamflow advisory expanded for Churchill River system in Saskatchewan

  08-06-2020 18:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan’s Water Security Agency says stream flows are above to well above normal on the Churchill River system.
  
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• Letter of the Day: Essential workers not wage slaves

  08-06-2020 18:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Manitoban nurse Emma Cloney's poem ends, "We stay at work for you, please stay at home for us." Read More
  
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• Ottawa loosens COVID-19 border restrictions to allow some families to reunite

  08-06-2020 17:52 via cbc.ca
  
  Canada will begin to allow some family members separated by temporary COVID-19 travel restrictions to enter the country.
  
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