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• Arson cause of Saskatoon garage fire: Saskatoon Fire Department - Global News

  24-08-2020 23:57
  
  Arson cause of Saskatoon garage fire: Saskatoon Fire Department  Global News
  
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• Arson cause of Saskatoon garage fire: Saskatoon Fire Department

  24-08-2020 23:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Firefighters responded to the 100 block of Avenue Q South just after 1:00 p.m. for a report of a garage fire.
  
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• 'Not funny to us': Pranksters keep switching Sask. cinema marquee letters to craft 'vulgar messages'

  24-08-2020 23:10
  
  A movie theatre in Humboldt is in an ongoing battle with pranksters who keep rearranging letters on its marquee to craft inappropriate messages.
  
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• Stabbings - Saskatchewan Crescent and Victoria Ave.

  24-08-2020 23:01 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two men have were treated and have since been released from hospital following an incident in which both were stabbed.At approximately 2:20 a.m., August 22, 2020, Police were called to a report of two men suffering from injuries on a path near Victoria Avenue and Saskatchewan Crescent.  Upon arrival, officers located a 39 year old man suffering from a minor injury and a 41 year old man with more serious injuries.  Both were transported to hospital by Medavie Health Services.  
  
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• Arrests - Armed Robbery / Evade Police - 3000 Block Diefenbaker Drive

  24-08-2020 22:44 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Five people are facing charges after using a firearm to steal a vehicle and fleeing from Police last night. At approximately 10:00 p.m., August 23, 2020, a group of males approached a person at a business in the 3000 block of Diefenbaker Drive and demanded keys to their vehicle. One of the males brandished a firearm before they all fled in a white Ford truck. The SPS Air Support Unit tracked the vehicle and observed it travelling at high rates of speed and
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 3 new cases, 10 new recoveries

  24-08-2020 22:32 via cbc.ca
  
  Three new cases of COVID-19 were announced in Saskatchewan on Monday, all of which are located in the northwest region of the province.
  
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• Snowbirds allowed to fly again 3 months after fatal crash

  24-08-2020 21:54 via cbc.ca
  
  Jets flown by Canada's iconic aerobatics team have been grounded in Kamloops, B.C., since the May 17 crash that killed Capt. Jennifer Casey.
  
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• A return to seasonal: August 24 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  24-08-2020 21:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  While some regions return to more seasonal temperatures, it remains hot in some parts of the province. Peter Quinlan with all the details in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Monday, August 24.
  
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• Fewer than 100 active coronavirus cases in Saskatchewan

  24-08-2020 21:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health authorities say there are three new coronavirus cases in the province, with 98 active cases and 1,482 total recoveries.
  
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• 2nd consecutive day with 3 new coronavirus cases in Saskatchewan

  24-08-2020 21:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health authorities say there are three new coronavirus cases in the province, with 98 active cases and 1,482 total recoveries.
  
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• Fatal Sask. bear attack victim was on phone with father when she was killed

  24-08-2020 21:41
  
  Hubert Esquirol was on the phone with his daughter, 44-year-old Stephanie Blais, the moment she was fatally attacked by a black bear Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Saskatchewan reports 3 new COVID-19 cases, 98 considered active

  24-08-2020 21:39
  
  The province reported on Monday three new cases of COVID-19 and 10 more recoveries, bringing the total number of active cases to 98.
  
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• Saskatoon summer run clinics aim to inspire youth during coronavirus pandemic - Global News

  24-08-2020 21:05
  
  Saskatoon summer run clinics aim to inspire youth during coronavirus pandemic  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon summer run clinics aim to inspire youth during coronavirus pandemic

  24-08-2020 21:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Prairie Run Crew outreach program changed its summer run clinics for youth this year. The clinics aim to instill leadership mindsets and provide physical activity during the pandemic.
  
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• Couple facing numerous charges in string of thefts appear in Saskatoon court - The Battlefords News-Optimist

  24-08-2020 20:59
  
  Couple facing numerous charges in string of thefts appear in Saskatoon court  The Battlefords News-Optimist
  
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• Council backs mandating masks on Saskatoon Transit buses, but rule not official until vote next week

  24-08-2020 20:56 via cbc.ca
  
  Councillors also approved the city's continuing to recommend, but not require, masks at city-owned facilities such as Shaw Centre.
  
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• City council to discuss mandating masks on Saskatoon Transit buses and in public facilities

  24-08-2020 20:56 via cbc.ca
  
  The city's recommendation is that masks be required on buses but continue to only be recommended in city-owned facilities such as Shaw Centre.
  
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• City council discusses mandating masks on Saskatoon Transit buses

  24-08-2020 20:56 via cbc.ca
  
  The city's recommendation is that masks be required on buses but continue to only be recommended in city-owned facilities such as Shaw Centre.
  
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• Saskatchewan government renews commitment for Heart and Stroke FAST campaign

  24-08-2020 20:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Roughly 1,700 people in Saskatchewan are hospitalized for stroke each year, with about 300 of those cases resulting in death.
  
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• NCC acquires 866-hectare conservation site along Buffalo Pound Lake

  24-08-2020 20:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has acquired an 866-hectare property that includes seven kilometres of shoreline along Buffalo Pound Lake.
  
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• Highway 7 reopened after camper van catches fire

  24-08-2020 20:31
  
  Part of Highway 7 west of Marengo was shut down Sunday night after a camper van caught fire.
  
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• Sask. archaeologist says many lessons to be learned between 1918 flu pandemic and COVID-19

  24-08-2020 20:26 via cbc.ca
  
  As Saskatchewan continues to deal with the effects of COVID-19, one professor says there's much to be learned from another pandemic in the province nearly 100 years ago.
  
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• Sask. anthropologist says many lessons to be learned between 1918 flu pandemic and COVID-19

  24-08-2020 20:26 via cbc.ca
  
  As Saskatchewan continues to deal with the effects of COVID-19, one professor says there's much to be learned from another pandemic in the province nearly 100 years ago.
  
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• K-12 students in Lanigan, Sask., area to get new $21M school

  24-08-2020 20:08 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government has announced plans to build a new school for K-12 students in Lanigan and surrounding area.
  
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• Intentionally set fires double in Saskatoon in 2020: Fire department - CKOM News Talk Sports

  24-08-2020 20:08
  
  Intentionally set fires double in Saskatoon in 2020: Fire department  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Council backs mandating masks on Saskatoon Transit buses, but rule not official until vote next week - CBC.ca

  24-08-2020 19:56
  
  Council backs mandating masks on Saskatoon Transit buses, but rule not official until vote next week  CBC.ca
  
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• Planning and design work to begin for new school in Lanigan

  24-08-2020 19:55
  
  The planning and design phase for a new school to be built in Lanigan is slated to get underway.
  
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• Premier Moe congratulates O’Toole on Conservative leadership win

  24-08-2020 19:41
  
  Premier Scott Moe congratulated Erin O'Toole on social media after his federal Conservative leadership win on Sunday night.
  
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• Work starts on new Lanigan K-12 school facility

  24-08-2020 19:39 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Work is underway on a new facility replacing the elementary and high school buildings in Lanigan. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Transit to add mobile ticketing as fare option - CBC.ca

  24-08-2020 19:38
  
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• Saskatoon Transit to add mobile ticketing as fare option

  24-08-2020 19:38 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon Transit is ready to roll out a new service that will allow people to buy bus tickets or passes on their cell phone, and then tap to pay their fare when they climb onboard.
  
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• Always wanted your name on the CFL’s Grey Cup? Now’s your chance

  24-08-2020 19:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  For those who have always wanted to see their own name on the Canadian Football League's biggest prize, there's now an opportunity to do so.
  
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• U.S. coronavirus patients often lie about their symptoms, researchers say

  24-08-2020 19:18
  
  A new study from researchers at Brock University in St. Catharines, Ont., found that U.S. COVID-19 patients have engaged in greater rates of concealment regarding their symptoms and social distancing practices, compared to those who are free of the virus.
  
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• Shellbrook RCMP rule death a homicide, seek help in investigation

  24-08-2020 19:00
  
  A Prince Albert area man’s death is being investigated as a homicide, RCMP say.
  
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• Caswell Hill police chase ends in number of firearms charges

  24-08-2020 18:52 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A police chase through Saskatoon's Mayfair and Caswell Hill neighbourhoods has resulted in a number of firearms charges for the driver of the vehicle. Read More
  
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• RCMP call death of young man in Shellbrook, Sask. a homicide, identify victim

  24-08-2020 18:50 via cbc.ca
  
  RCMP say a case where a man died after being dropped off at the hospital in Shellbrook, Sask., with serious injuries is now considered a homicide.
  
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• Suspicious death in Shellbrook, Sask., now a homicide investigation: RCMP

  24-08-2020 18:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP are asking the public for help in identifying Wesley Custer’s activities in the days before his death.
  
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• Edam, Sask., woman killed by black bear while on the phone with her father

  24-08-2020 18:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Hubert Esquirol says he was talking on a satellite phone with his daughter when the 44-year-old was attacked by a black bear at the family cabin on McKie Lake, north of Buffalo Narrows.
  
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• Edam, Sask., teacher, mother Stephanie Blais killed by black bear near Buffalo Narrows

  24-08-2020 18:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Hubert Esquirol says he was talking on a satellite phone with his daughter when the 44-year-old was attacked by a black bear at the family cabin on McKie Lake, north of Buffalo Narrows.
  
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• Sask RCMP rule Shellbrook hospital death a homicide, identify victim

  24-08-2020 18:35 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Unit North has identified a young man brought to Shellbrook Hospital who later died. 20-year-old Wesley Custer's death is now being investigated as a homicide. Read More
  
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• Air Canada racks up second-most refund complaints in U.S. in May

  24-08-2020 18:35 via cbc.ca
  
  Air Canada had the second-highest number of complaints about refunds to the U.S. Department of Transportation of any airline in May.
  
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• Arrest - Evade Police - 33rd Street and Avenue B North

  24-08-2020 18:29 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A man is facing numerous firearms-related charges after evading Police on Friday night. At approximately 9:30 p.m., August 21, 2020, a member of the Canine Unit observed a vehicle without a license plate travelling at a high rate of speed on Alberta Avenue near 36th Street East. When the officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the vehicle refused to stop. The SPS Air Support Unit acquired the vehicle on Howell Avenue and relayed its movement to ground units, who were able to
  
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• Possible COVID-19 exposures at Swift Current businesses

  24-08-2020 18:27
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting the public that they may have been exposed to COVID-19 after visiting businesses in Swift Current last week.
  
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• Possible COVID-19 exposure at 3 Swift Current, Sask. businesses: SHA

  24-08-2020 18:13 via cbc.ca
  
  According to an SHA release, someone who tested positive for the virus was likely infectious when they visited three businesses on Aug. 17 and Aug. 21.
  
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• Possible coronavirus exposure at 3 Swift Current, Sask., businesses: SHA

  24-08-2020 18:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  The SHA says an individual who tested positive for the coronavirus may have likely been infectious at the time they visited the Swift Current businesses.
  
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• Man in critical condition after Saskatoon stabbing

  24-08-2020 17:48 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon police are investigating after a man arrived at a hospital after a stabbing Sunday afternoon.
  
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• City councillors facing challengers ramp up re-election bids

  24-08-2020 17:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Mairin Loewen keeps her old campaign signs in a quonset on her in-laws' farm — where they are likely to remain, as she's getting new ones made for this autumn's municipal election campaign. Read More
  
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• Navigating the pandemic more difficult because of accessibility for deaf people

  24-08-2020 17:27 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Gale Estell says it was already a struggle to navigate the world as a deaf woman. Now, during a pandemic, it's become that much more difficult. Read More
  
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• Don Martin: Erin O'Toole is a Conservative leader who definitely needs an introduction

  24-08-2020 16:56
  
  'Erin Who?' steals an oldie headline from the Joe Clark era, but it’s a goodie, now that Conservatives have voted in a leader whose name triggers a furrowed brow for average Canadian reaction, Don Martin writes.
  
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• Stabbing leaves man with life-threatening injuries: Saskatoon police - CTV News Saskatoon

  24-08-2020 16:40
  
  Stabbing leaves man with life-threatening injuries: Saskatoon police  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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