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• Meili trails in Saskatoon Meewasin, awaits results of mail-in votes - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  27-10-2020 23:50
  
  Meili trails in Saskatoon Meewasin, awaits results of mail-in votes  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Meili trails in Saskatoon Meewasin, awaits results of mail-in votes

  27-10-2020 23:47 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The fate of Saskatchewan NDP Leader Ryan Meili lies with mail-in votes that will be counted starting Wednesday. Read More
  
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• Community needs to do its part to curb cases in schools, STF says

  27-10-2020 23:42 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  As cases of COVID-19 steadily crop up in Saskatchewan's schools, the union representing its teachers wants the public to recognize its role in preventing more. Read More
  
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• 'Education by enforcement': Saskatoon police to launch downtown crackdown - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  27-10-2020 23:31
  
  'Education by enforcement': Saskatoon police to launch downtown crackdown  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• 'Education by enforcement': Saskatoon police to launch downtown crackdown

  27-10-2020 23:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon police are launching a new short-term boost in foot patrols in the downtown area from Wednesday to Saturday this week and next week. Read More
  
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• Moe faces political 'tightrope' after gains by Buffalo Party, political expert says

  27-10-2020 23:21
  
  With the nascent Buffalo Party posting second-place showings in four Saskatchewan Party strongholds — beating out the NDP in the process — Premier-Elect Scott Moe may have to take a different approach during the next legislative session, according to one political scientist.
  
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• Sask. Party makes clean sweep of rural ridings

  27-10-2020 23:08 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Party swept rural ridings across the province on Monday. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan election 2020: Moe says people will have to wait to see what ‘independent Saskatchewan’ means

  27-10-2020 22:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday said that people would have to wait to see what he meant by an “independent Saskatchewan” during his Monday night election victory speech, but said the province will continue to exhibit its autonomy. Moe also said he expects the province is “poised to do very well” when the economy...
  
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• Coronavirus: Saskatchewan Premier Moe urges people to reevaluate conduct amid rise in cases

  27-10-2020 22:58 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday said that as the province saw another 58 new cases and a high number of active cases of COVID-19, it was time for people to reevaluate their daily conduct, including whether they’re wearing masks and abiding by public gathering limits. He added as Christmas approaches for some, they should...
  
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• Saskatchewan election 2020: Moe says province will be looking at taxation shared with Ottawa

  27-10-2020 22:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday said that in addition to the federal carbon tax, the province would be looking at another shared area with the federal government regarding taxation. He said they would look at how to further enhance autonomy to take care of themselves without separating from the rest of the country, amid...
  
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• Norris promises $5M tax relief for sports, cultural organizations

  27-10-2020 22:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon mayoral candidate Rob Norris is promising property tax relief for sports, arts, recreation and cultural groups affected by the new coronavirus pandemic if elected next month. Read More
  
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• The Lighthouse not taking new emergency shelter or stabilization unit clients due to COVID-19 outbreak

  27-10-2020 22:16 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Lighthouse Supported Living staff say due to a COVID-19 outbreak declared there last week its services will be temporarily restricted and it will not accept clients into its emergency shelters or stabilization unit until further notice. Read More
  
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• City reports 'exponential' increase in mail-in ballot applications

  27-10-2020 22:04 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The City of Saskatoon is asking voters to consider casting ballots in person at advance or election day polls after an "exponential" increase in mail-in ballot applications with days to go until the cutoff. Read More
  
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• 'Everyone started screaming': Witnesses describe the party where a 16-year-old Regina girl is killed

  27-10-2020 22:00
  
  Court heard from several more witnesses on Tuesday, detailing the October 2018 party where 16-year-old Erica Hill died.
  
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• Scott Moe to speak after Saskatchewan Party’s election victory

  27-10-2020 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  The 2020 election marked Scott Moe's first as Saskatchewan Party leader.
  
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• Scott Moe speaks on Saskatchewan Party’s election victory

  27-10-2020 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  The 2020 election marked Scott Moe's first as Saskatchewan Party leader.
  
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• Scott Moe awaiting results of close races to form caucus, get to work on 4th mandate

  27-10-2020 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  In the coming days, putting together a new caucus, planning for a fall session and preparing for a speech from the throne will be top of mind, the premier-designate told reporters Tuesday afternoon. 
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 58 new cases, 56 recoveries, record-breaking testing

  27-10-2020 21:26 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan reported 58 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, along with 56 recoveries — the second-highest single-day jump in recoveries, after 57 were announced on Aug. 7.  
  
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• Warming up: Oct. 27 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  27-10-2020 21:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Mixed precipitation possible for some parts of Saskatchewan. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan with all the details in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Tuesday, Oct. 27.
  
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• 6 ridings in Sask. election too close to call due to high volume of mail-in ballots

  27-10-2020 20:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some tight races were too close to call on election night, given the high number of mail-in ballots that could potentially swing them.
  
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• Saskatchewan sees 56 new recoveries as active coronavirus cases hit new high

  27-10-2020 20:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health authorities say there are 58 new coronavirus cases in the province, with 652 active cases and 2,164 total recoveries.
  
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• Moe preparing cabinet for fall legislative session

  27-10-2020 20:39
  
  Scott Moe said he will be announcing his cabinet in the coming days, in preparation for a fall legislative session.
  
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• LIVE @ 3 P.M.: Scott Moe to address province after election win

  27-10-2020 20:39
  
  Scott Moe will address the province on Tuesday afternoon, following the Saskatchewan Party’s election night win.
  
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• Saskatoon police hope free hard-drive shredding event will keep people's information safe - CBC.ca

  27-10-2020 20:32
  
  Saskatoon police hope free hard-drive shredding event will keep people's information safe  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon police hope free hard-drive shredding event will keep people's information safe

  27-10-2020 20:32 via cbc.ca
  
  People with aging hard drives, servers or smart phones in Saskatoon will soon be able to get rid of them safely free of charge.
  
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• Saskatoon police to conduct downtown safety initiative - CKOM News Talk Sports

  27-10-2020 20:21
  
  Saskatoon police to conduct downtown safety initiative  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Saskatoon man says he was high on cocaine when he concocted kidnapping scheme - CBC.ca

  27-10-2020 20:20
  
  Saskatoon man says he was high on cocaine when he concocted kidnapping scheme  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon man says he was high on cocaine when he concocted kidnapping scheme

  27-10-2020 20:20 via cbc.ca
  
  Nathan Grover will find out next month whether he goes to jail for sending Saskatoon police on a chase to investigate a faked kidnapping.
  
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• SHA reports potential COVID-19 exposure in North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon, Weyburn, Yorkton

  27-10-2020 20:03 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at multiple businesses throughout the province. These businesses are located in North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon, Weyburn and Yorkton.
  
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• Saskatoon Lighthouse restricts services after outbreak of COVID-19 - CTV News Saskatoon

  27-10-2020 19:58
  
  Saskatoon Lighthouse restricts services after outbreak of COVID-19  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon Lighthouse restricts services after outbreak of COVID-19

  27-10-2020 19:58
  
  The Saskatoon Lighthouse has temporarily restricted services due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Lighthouse shelter in Saskatoon restricts services due to COVID-19 outbreak - Global News

  27-10-2020 19:50
  
  Lighthouse shelter in Saskatoon restricts services due to COVID-19 outbreak  Global News
  
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• Lighthouse shelter in Saskatoon restricts services due to COVID-19 outbreak

  27-10-2020 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Lighthouse said Tuesday that it is not be accepting clients into its emergency shelters or the stabilization unit until further notice due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• COVID-19 outbreak prompts service changes at Lighthouse shelter in downtown Saskatoon

  27-10-2020 19:24 via cbc.ca
  
  A previously disclosed COVID-19 outbreak is now prompting service changes at Saskatoon's downtown Lighthouse shelter for vulnerable people. 
  
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• Half of voters visited polls amid pandemic in Saskatchewan election

  27-10-2020 19:06 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Just under half of eligible Saskatchewan voters voted in person during the provincial election amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• Charge stayed for woman accused of tossing drugs over fence into Sask. jail

  27-10-2020 19:01
  
  A woman who allegedly tossed drugs over the fence at the Prince Albert Provincial Correctional Centre has had her charge stayed.
  
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• Latest COVID-19 business exposures, as of Oct. 27

  27-10-2020 18:47 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority is warning of potential COVID-19 exposures in Saskatoon, Regina, North Battleford, Weyburn, and Yorkton. Read More
  
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• COVID-19 advisories issued for locations in Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, North Battleford and Weyburn - CTV News Saskatoon

  27-10-2020 18:47
  
  COVID-19 advisories issued for locations in Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, North Battleford and Weyburn  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• COVID-19 advisories issued for locations in Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, North Battleford and Weyburn

  27-10-2020 18:47
  
  The SHA has issued advisories for businesses in Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, North Battleford and Weyburn.
  
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• 'Stability is what they wanted,' say experts following re-elections in Sask., B.C., New Brunswick

  27-10-2020 18:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The re-election on Monday in Saskatchewan of another incumbent premier in Canada's third recent provincial election shows Canadians don't want to "rock the boat" during a global pandemic, say political experts. Read More
  
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• Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Yorkton, Regina, Saskatoon and Weyburn - Yorkton This Week

  27-10-2020 18:27
  
  Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Yorkton, Regina, Saskatoon and Weyburn  Yorkton This Week
  
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• Data Storage Hardware Disposal Opportunity

  27-10-2020 18:06 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Citizens of Saskatoon and area will have an opportunity to safely dispose of old data storage hardware later this week to assist in minimizing opportunities for frauds.The Saskatoon Police Service Economic Crime Unit, in partnership with the Electronics Recycling Association, is hosting an event where members of the community will be able to attend to Police Headquarters to safely destroy any old data storage hardware devices utilizing the ERA’s special shredding machine free of charge. Th
  
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• Downtown Public Safety Initiative

  27-10-2020 17:59 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Starting tomorrow, the Saskatoon Police Service will be conducting an enforcement initiative in the Downtown Business Improvement District.Members of the Foot Patrol will be focusing on educating the public through the enforcement of bylaws, and provincial and federal statutes to enhance the safety for those using the area.The public can expect to see an increase in police presence downtown between October 28-31 and November 4-7.
  
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• Sask. reports 58 new COVID-19 cases; 56 new recoveries

  27-10-2020 17:35
  
  Saskatchewan reported 58 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, along with 56 new recoveries.
  
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• Saskatchewan election: Buffalo Party takes larger than expected share of vote in debut

  27-10-2020 17:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Buffalo Party captured the third-largest share of votes in Saskatchewan, places second in four ridings.
  
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• Sask. residents think favorably of police; Indigenous, youth less likely to share view: Angus Reid survey

  27-10-2020 17:12
  
  Saskatchewan residents are more likely to view the police in their community favourably and positively compared to other provinces, according to an Angus Reid Institute survey,
  
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• USask political scientist’s post-election analysis

  27-10-2020 16:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  With election day behind us, University of Saskatchewan political scientist Greg Poelzer sits down with Jacqueline Wilson to discuss the impact of the election on the parties involved.
  
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• Mail-in ballots could push Sask. voter numbers higher than 2016 election

  27-10-2020 16:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, more people in Saskatchewan may have voted in this year's provincial election than in 2016.
  
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• Saskatoon police, ambulance warn drivers to be careful on roads after freezing rain

  27-10-2020 16:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Drivers in Saskatoon are being warned to be extra careful on the roads Tuesday morning.
  
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• Drivers in southeast Sask. warned to watch out for freezing rain

  27-10-2020 16:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Drivers in southeast Saskatchewan were being warned to be extra careful on the roads Tuesday morning.
  
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