Saskatoon news

• Saskatoon man on trial for spouse's killing says he nearly stabbed his one-year-old daughter

  10-09-2020 23:57
  
  Blake Schreiner told court he thought he had to kill his daughter and held a knife up to her back.
  
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• Saskatoon police roll out mobile drug and alcohol testing unit

  10-09-2020 23:53 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon city police unveiled a new drug and alcohol testing unit bearing a "STOPDWI" collector plate on Thursday morning, ahead of its next scheduled check stop campaign in the coming weeks. Read More
  
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• Downtown library 'pretty much impossible' to delay: Clark

  10-09-2020 23:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon's mayor says it is "pretty much impossible" to delay building a new downtown library branch, and doing so would only make a project two decades in the making more expensive. Read More
  
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• Sask. parents of children with autism face rocky return to school

  10-09-2020 23:18 via cbc.ca
  
  Some Saskatchewan parents of children with autism have had to make adjustments to their back-to-school plans because of support issues and COVID-19 uncertainty. 
  
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• U of S continuing remote learning for winter term

  10-09-2020 23:14 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Students at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will continue to largely learn from home for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year. Read More
  
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• COVID-19 possibly exposed to 5 Regina businesses, including airport

  10-09-2020 22:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  The SHA says a person who has tested positive for COVID-19 visited five businesses when they were likely infectious with the virus.
  
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• Saskatoon car clubs worried event cancellations driving illegal street racing - CBC.ca

  10-09-2020 22:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon car clubs worried event cancellations driving illegal street racing  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon car clubs worried event cancellations driving illegal street racing

  10-09-2020 22:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Kari Holland says cancelled events like Cruise Weekend mean more young drivers are taking to the streets with their souped-up cars.
  
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• Vancouver instrument shop keeps business alive by quickly shifting online

  10-09-2020 22:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  In the aftermath of COVID-19 restrictions severely impacting their walk-in business, independent retailer Rufus Guitar & Drum Shop decided to swiftly get their business online in order to survive. Michael Newman has the story.
  
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• Saskatoon's 1st drive-thru COVID-19 test site opens to long line of vehicles

  10-09-2020 22:39
  
  A long line of vehicles could be seen as Saskatoon's first COVID-19 drive-thru testing site opened Thursday.
  
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• Winnipeg startup launches online platform that makes local shopping convenient and easy

  10-09-2020 22:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  In an attempt to support local makers impacted by the pandemic, former CFL player Obby Khan and his team created Good Local, an online marketplace where Winnipeg residents can buy everything locally.
  
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• These Sask. flights were exposed to COVID-19

  10-09-2020 22:23
  
  Four recent flights in and out of Saskatchewan have been exposed to COVID-19.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 6 new cases, 6 recoveries reported Thursday

  10-09-2020 22:17 via cbc.ca
  
  Beginning Sept. 17 the province will be providing a weekly report about trends of COVID-19 in school.
  
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• Harvest progressing rapidly in Saskatchewan as some areas hit hard by frost

  10-09-2020 22:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Along with frost, Saskatchewan Agriculture said strong winds and lack of moisture damaged crops as the harvest continues in the province.
  
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• Saskatchewan NDP promises $100 rebate for drivers, lower insurance rate

  10-09-2020 21:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Leader Ryan Meili made the promise on Thursday saying premiums would be lowered by seven per cent, or $85 a year.
  
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• Blue lights meant to deter drug use removed at St. Paul's Hospital after concerns about possible harm, stigma

  10-09-2020 21:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Blue lights have been installed in some gas stations and hospitals in an effort to deter people from using intravenous drugs. The lights are supposed to make it difficult for a drug user to see their veins, making it harder to inject. 
  
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• Week ends on warm and sunny note: Sept. 10 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  10-09-2020 21:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  A nice day to end the week before a downward turn for the weekend. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan with all the details in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Thursday, Sept. 10.
  
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• Active coronavirus cases stay at 59 in Saskatchewan

  10-09-2020 21:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health authorities say there are six new coronavirus cases in the province, with 59 active cases and 1,593 total recoveries.
  
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• Fire department declares two fires at boarded-up homes deliberately set

  10-09-2020 21:40 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Investigators have concluded that two recent fires were deliberately set in Saskatoon. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon business Wave of the Future 3D launching UV light disinfecting technology - Global News

  10-09-2020 20:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon business Wave of the Future 3D launching UV light disinfecting technology  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon business Wave of the Future 3D launching UV light disinfecting technology

  10-09-2020 20:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Randy Janes and his crew at Wave of the Future are launching their adaptation of UV light disinfecting and door-opening technology.
  
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• Saskatoon mayoral candidate Rob Norris using 'divisive language' to 'garner votes': Lighthouse - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-09-2020 20:29 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon mayoral candidate Rob Norris using 'divisive language' to 'garner votes': Lighthouse  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon mayoral candidate Rob Norris using 'divisive language' to 'garner votes': Lighthouse

  10-09-2020 20:29
  
  The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc. says many of its more than 130 permanent residents are sad to see Saskatoon mayoral candidate Rob Norris say they need fixing and removal.
  
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• Remote learning at U of R will extend into the winter term

  10-09-2020 20:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  The approach will be similar to the fall term with some exceptions being made.
  
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• Saskatchewan NDP promises $100 rebate for drivers, insurance rate reduction

  10-09-2020 19:57 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan NDP is promising to send all drivers a $100 rebate if it's elected to form government this fall.
  
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• Saskatoon police major crimes investigating bloody incident on Avenue W - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  10-09-2020 19:13 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon police major crimes investigating bloody incident on Avenue W  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. researchers tackle spread of viruses in ventilation systems

  10-09-2020 19:11
  
  University of Saskatchewan engineering researcher Carey Simonson is leading a team to develop testing equipment to measure how airborne viruses are transferred in building ventilation systems.
  
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• Saskatoon police major crimes investigating bloody incident on Avenue W

  10-09-2020 19:10 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The area around a dried puddle of blood on a Saskatoon sidewalk was taped off by Saskatoon police investigators following a middle-of-the-night confrontation on the city's west side. Read More
  
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• Specialized crystal meth treatment centre opens in Estevan, Sask

  10-09-2020 19:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  The centre was built within existing space at St. Joseph’s Hospital and includes 15 beds dedicated to people recovering from crystal meth use.
  
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• New crystal meth treatment centre in Estevan, Sask. goes beyond 28-day model

  10-09-2020 19:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Treatment offered at the centre will not have a prescribed length and will be tailored to the needs of patients “as long as they need.”
  
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• Arrest - Weapons Investigation - 400 Block 42nd A Street East

  10-09-2020 18:39 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A man is facing charges after entering a business yesterday afternoon with a firearm. At approximately 3:45 p.m., September 9, 2020, Patrol officers responded to a business in the 400 block of 42nd A Street East after receiving a report that a man had entered the business with a firearm and threatened self-harm. Staff and customers were able to safely vacate the premises prior to Police arrival. The man complied with officer commands and was taken into custody without further
  
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• City deficit now pegged at $14.6 million

  10-09-2020 18:26 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The City of Saskatoon's projected annual deficit continues to grow and is now pegged at $14.6 million, though it appears unlikely at this point that city council will have to raise property taxes to cover it. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon police's major crimes unit investigating after man injured - CBC.ca

  10-09-2020 18:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon police's major crimes unit investigating after man injured  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon police's major crimes unit investigating after man injured

  10-09-2020 18:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon police haven't released much information about the circumstances around a man who was found injured in the Meadowgreen neighbourhood Thursday morning.
  
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• Trucking company sent memo telling drivers not to discuss COVID-19 case with Saskatoon dairy plant

  10-09-2020 18:19 via cbc.ca
  
  "It was never our intent - and would never be our intent - to hide information," said Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd.
  
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• Saskatoon's city-wide Curbside Swap to go ahead with COVID-19 precautions in place - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-09-2020 18:17 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon's city-wide Curbside Swap to go ahead with COVID-19 precautions in place  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon's city-wide Curbside Swap to go ahead with COVID-19 precautions in place

  10-09-2020 18:17
  
  A city-wide event where people can pass along some of their gently used, unwanted possessions is set to go ahead on Sept. 19.
  
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• Woodward defends decision to withhold Trump's virus comments

  10-09-2020 17:29
  
  Bob Woodward, facing widespread criticism for only now revealing U.S. President Donald Trump's early concerns about the severity of the coronavirus, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he needed time to be sure that Trump's private comments from February were accurate.
  
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• Bob Woodward defends decision to withhold Trump's coronavirus comments

  10-09-2020 17:29
  
  Bob Woodward, facing widespread criticism for only now revealing U.S. President Donald Trump's early concerns about the severity of the coronavirus, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he needed time to be sure that Trump's private comments from February were accurate.
  
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• Sewer problem cancels some classes at Saskatoon school - CKOM News Talk Sports

  10-09-2020 16:46 via ckom.com
  
  Sewer problem cancels some classes at Saskatoon school  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Morneau violated Elections Act last year: commissioner

  10-09-2020 16:43
  
  Former finance minister Bill Morneau unintentionally violated a section of the Canada Elections Act in the lead-up to the last federal election when he promoted several prospective Liberal candidates in his role as minister, according to the commissioner of Canada elections.
  
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• Adopt a Pet: Eve the kitten

  10-09-2020 16:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  On her final Adopt a Pet segment with us before she moves to a new position, Jasmine Hanson with Saskatoon SPCA joins us alongside Eve the kitten.
  
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• Saskatoon podcast sharing stories of people doing amazing things

  10-09-2020 16:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  A popular Saskatoon podcast is returning for season 3. Underground YXE is sharing stories of people doing amazing things in our city. Host Eric Anderson joins us to talk about this year’s plans.
  
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• Local Saskatoon podcast sharing stories of people doing amazing things | Watch News Videos Online - Globalnews.ca

  10-09-2020 16:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Local Saskatoon podcast sharing stories of people doing amazing things | Watch News Videos Online  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Local Saskatoon podcast sharing stories of people doing amazing things

  10-09-2020 16:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  A popular Saskatoon podcast is returning for season 3. Underground YXE is sharing stories of people doing amazing things in our city. Host Eric Anderson joins us to talk about this year’s plans.
  
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• Staff COVID-19 case pushes Indian Head Elementary students online

  10-09-2020 16:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Unlike the rest of the province, students at Indian Head Elementary School didn’t head back to the classrooms this week, after a staff member tested positive for coronavirus.
  
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• 6 new COVID-19 cases in Sask.; 59 cases active

  10-09-2020 16:31
  
  There are six new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan, the province reported on Thursday.
  
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• Possible coronavirus exposure at 2 Saskatoon stores - Global News

  10-09-2020 16:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Possible coronavirus exposure at 2 Saskatoon stores  Global NewsSask. Health Authority flags 2 Saskatoon businesses in latest COVID-19 alert  CBC.caSHA warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at 2 Saskatoon retailers  CTV TorontoCOVID-19 exposure risk at two Saskatoon businesses  CKOM News Talk SportsSHA warns of possible COVID-19 exposures at two Saskatoon businesses  620 CKRM.comView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Possible coronavirus exposure at 2 Saskatoon stores

  10-09-2020 16:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority says a person who may have been infectious with the novel coronavirus was at two different stores in Saskatoon.
  
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• Saskatoon police major crimes, forensic units investigating after man injured

  10-09-2020 16:29
  
  A report of an injured man raised a police presence early Thursday morning in the city's Pleasant Hill neighbourhood.
  
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