Saskatoon news

• Dr. Shahab believes protests at his Regina home crossed a legal line

  26-01-2021 23:53 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The man who has led Saskatchewan's campaign against the COVID-19 pandemic expressed appreciation for the widespread negative reaction to a protest outside his Regina home on Saturday. Read More
  
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• Tickets issued to Sask. bars, enforcement of health order to increase

  26-01-2021 23:31
  
  The province said tickets were issued to three Saskatchewan businesses for failing to abide by public health orders.
  
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• Saskatchewan’s COVID-19 vaccine supply running dry, 12K doses expected next week

  26-01-2021 23:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the province is running out of COVID-19 vaccines, but expects 12,000 more doses from the federal government next week.
  
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• NDP calls for Sask. Health Authority to take over Saskatoon care home - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  26-01-2021 23:17
  
  NDP calls for Sask. Health Authority to take over Saskatoon care home  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Main Street condo clears approval hurdle, despite opposition

  26-01-2021 23:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The first test of an ambitious plan to build thousands of residential units along Saskatoon's busiest streets is meeting stout resistance from people who are worried about the effects of increased density in their neighbourhood. Read More
  
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• 'We wanted out voices heard': Sask. teens want to play hockey again

  26-01-2021 22:57
  
  The Saskatchewan Female Under 18 AAA Hockey League has produced a video about players’ thoughts on the cancelation of competitions for minor sports teams.
  
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• Coronavirus: Saskatchewan premier slams protest outside home of province’s top doctor

  26-01-2021 22:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday addressed a recent protest that took place outside chief medical officer of health Dr. Saqib Shahab, saying he appreciates the work he does, and said that what happened was “not what Saskatchewan was about” and the province was a “much better place” because of what Shahab does. He said...
  
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• Coronavirus: Saskatchewan extends public health orders to Feb. 19

  26-01-2021 22:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday reported the province had recorded 14 deaths and 232 new cases of COVID-19. He also announced current public health measures will be extended to Feb. 19, including size of gatherings and capacity reductions to retail and personal service businesses.
  
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• Coronavirus: Saskatchewan premier says province ‘virtually out’ of vaccines, but more coming

  26-01-2021 22:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Tuesday warned that the province was “virtually out” of COVID-19 vaccines and it would result in the vaccination program being “stalled” for a number of days, though they are expecting more vaccine doses next week. He said they have the highest percentage of vaccines administered among provinces and the second-highest...
  
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• Saskatoon woman raising money for Bell Let's Talk mental health initiative with homemade scrunchies

  26-01-2021 22:16
  
  A Saskatoon woman is hoping her passion can help support mental health.
  
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• 'Fierce' former Prince Albert Grand Council Chief Ron Michel dies

  26-01-2021 22:15 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Ron Michel, a Prince Albert Grand Council senator, former grand chief, and longtime leader in northern Saskatchewan, has died. Read More
  
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• Estevan police advise public of illegitimate STARS phone calls asking for money

  26-01-2021 21:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  Estevan police departments are saying residents are receiving illegitimate phone calls on the behalf of STARS asking for money.
  
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• COVID-19: January now deadliest month as Sask. restrictions extended to Feb. 19

  26-01-2021 21:40 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan COVID-19 restrictions will be extended three weeks to Feb. 19. Read More
  
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• Crackers and Crazy Cactus in Saskatoon, Stats Cocktails in Regina issued $14K health order fines

  26-01-2021 21:30 via cbc.ca
  
  The Ministry of Health said the fines were issued on Jan. 26.
  
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• Red Deer, Alta., man arrested for alleged child luring involving Saskatchewan girl

  26-01-2021 21:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  A news release Tuesday said that Jeremie Raphael Roy was "allegedly sharing sexually explicit materials and luring a young girl via a social media application."
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: Public health orders extended as daily death toll reaches new high

  26-01-2021 21:19 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan saw its deadliest day of the pandemic, with a record-high 14 fatalities reported on Tuesday.
  
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• COFFEE BREAK SERIES: MENTAL HEALTH AND OLDER ADULTS

  26-01-2021 21:17 via globalnews.ca
  The Covid-19 situation can be very stressful.  It is important to take care of our mental health as well as physical health.  Join us for a presentation by Dr. Megan O’Connell on mental health and older adults; how you can stay healthy during these challenging times. ONLINE via ZOOM.  (FREE) How to register: Phone the Saskatoon...
  
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• COVID-19 public health orders in Saskatchewan extended to Feb. 19

  26-01-2021 21:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government said that the current public health measures will now remain in effect until at least Feb. 19 and enforcement measures will be stepped up.
  
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• Man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Lac La Ronge death

  26-01-2021 21:08
  
  A 21-year-old man has been charged with second degree murder in the death of Muhammad Venne.
  
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• Saskatoon couple calls theft of dog's wheelchair a 'shock' - CTV Toronto

  26-01-2021 21:06
  
  Saskatoon couple calls theft of dog's wheelchair a 'shock'  CTV Toronto
  
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• Saskatoon couple calls theft of dog's wheelchair a 'shock' - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-01-2021 21:06
  
  Saskatoon couple calls theft of dog's wheelchair a 'shock'  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon couple calls theft of dog's wheelchair a 'shock'

  26-01-2021 21:06
  
  The owners of a dog with paralyzed hind legs are hoping to recover their pet’s crucial wheelchair.
  
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• Saskatchewan reports highest number of coronavirus deaths in single day with 14

  26-01-2021 21:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are 232 new coronavirus infections in Saskatchewan, with 2,665 active cases, according to health officials.
  
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• NDP calls for Sask. Health Authority to take over Saskatoon care home

  26-01-2021 20:44 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan's NDP Opposition wants the Saskatchewan Health Authority to take over operation of a Saskatoon long-term care home where a COVID-19 outbreak was declared Dec. 10. Read More
  
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• COVID-19: Outbreak declared among City of Saskatoon workers

  26-01-2021 20:36 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The City of Saskatoon has confirmed a COVID-19 outbreak among workers at the city yards complex at 26th Street and Ontario Avenue. Read More
  
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• Warmer days ahead: Jan. 26 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  26-01-2021 20:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  After a few days of bone-chilling cold, it’s about to get a bit warmer. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan with a look at what’s ahead in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Tuesday, Jan. 26.
  
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• Man charged with second-degree murder months after homicide in northern Sask.

  26-01-2021 19:50 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  More than seven months after 29-year-old Muhammad Venne died following a disturbance on the Lac La Ronge Indian Band First Nation, a man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder. Read More
  
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• 'Make kids aware': New Sask. Internet Child Exploitation Unit coordinator says number of investigations on the rise

  26-01-2021 19:29
  
  It’s too early to tell if the pandemic has impacted crimes against youth and children such as child luring and exploitation says the new provincial coordinator of the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit.
  
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• Sask. Indigenous leader Ron Michel remembered as having 'deep love for the people'

  26-01-2021 19:17
  
  A long time Indigenous leader in Saskatchewan has died.
  
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• Officials say Saskatoon's first hospice will help take strain off local health-care system - CBC.ca

  26-01-2021 19:11
  
  Officials say Saskatoon's first hospice will help take strain off local health-care system  CBC.ca
  
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• Officials say Saskatoon's first hospice will help take strain off local health-care system

  26-01-2021 19:11 via cbc.ca
  
  The CEO of a new 15-bed hospice in Saskatoon says the facility will help the health-care system better provide for patients nearing the ends of their lives.
  
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• 175 cases and counting: Why a COVID-19 outbreak linked to Sask. church event in October is still considered active

  26-01-2021 19:02
  
  Nearly four months after a COVID-19 outbreak was first declared in connection to a series of revival meetings in Prince Albert, contact tracers are still learning of new coronavirus cases linked to the events.
  
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• 175 cases and counting: Why a COVID-19 outbreak linked to a Sask. church event in October is still considered active

  26-01-2021 19:02
  
  Nearly four months after a COVID-19 outbreak was first declared in connection to a series of revival meetings in Prince Albert, contact tracers are still learning of new coronavirus cases linked to the events.
  
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• Willow Cree Healing Lodge inmate with COVID-19 dies

  26-01-2021 18:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Willow Cree Healing Lodge inmate, who tested positive for COVID-19, has passed away, according to Correctional Service Canada.
  
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• COVID-19 outbreak declared among Saskatoon roadways crew - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-01-2021 18:59
  
  COVID-19 outbreak declared among Saskatoon roadways crew  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• COVID-19 outbreak declared among Saskatoon roadways crew

  26-01-2021 18:59
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak among the roadways nightshift at the City of Saskatoon City Yards, the city says.
  
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• FSIN wants to see a First Nations Governor General

  26-01-2021 18:55 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations is calling on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to appoint a First Nations person to replace Julie Payette as Governor General. Read More
  
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• COVID-19 outbreak declared in City of Saskatoon’s nightshift roadways department

  26-01-2021 18:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  The City of Saskatoon said the COVID-19 outbreak affects select nightshift crews in its roadways department.
  
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• FSIN calls for naming of Indigenous governor general to ‘reinvigorate’ the role

  26-01-2021 18:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations is calling for Julie Payette's replacement to be an Indigenous person.
  
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• Sask.'s current public health measures to remain until Feb. 19

  26-01-2021 17:58
  
  Saskatchewan officials have extended the current public health orders to Feb. 19.
  
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• Sask. to update current COVID-19 restrictions

  26-01-2021 17:58
  
  Saskatchewan officials will address the current public health orders during a live COVID-19 update on Tuesday.
  
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• Update - Additional Photos - Break and Enter/Assault

  26-01-2021 16:13 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police continue to investigate a break and enter and assault that occurred early this month.  The images attached show what is believed to be the suspect vehicle.  It is missing it's front bumper and the front, passenger side grille.Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to contact the SPS at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.  (Occurrence Number: 21-2396)
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• Saskatchewan snowboarder Mark McMorris out of X Games Aspen after positive COVID-19 test

  26-01-2021 15:58 via globalnews.ca
  
  Mark McMorris told X Games organizers on Monday he is withdrawing from the event. He is currently at his California home self-isolating and is experiencing no symptoms.
  
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• 14 COVID-19 deaths sets another single-day record for Sask.

  26-01-2021 15:54
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan reported a record setting 14 COVID-19 related deaths on Tuesday, according to a news release.
  
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• Healthy Living: The positive physical effects of gratitude

  26-01-2021 15:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Naturopathic doctor Jacqui Fleury says being grateful doesn’t just make you happy. Fleury tells Global News Morning that gratitude can lead to a number of physical benefits, including better sleep and a healthier heart.
  
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• City Council recap with Councillor Mairin Loewen

  26-01-2021 15:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  From rail lines to carbon monoxide detectors, Mairin Loewen joins Global News Morning with a recap on some of the items discussed in council chambers Monday night.
  
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• RUH radiothon raising funds for new operating room

  26-01-2021 15:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The RUH Foundation radiothon takes place later this week. This year’s goal will be to raise money to upgrade the RUH operating room – with more than 10,000 surgeries taking place at the hospital each year.
  
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• Regina councillor intends to withdraw motion to ban energy company sponsorships

  26-01-2021 15:10
  
  A Regina City Councillor who proposed a ban on oil industry sponsorships of city-owned facilities appears to be backing down.
  
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• New coronavirus variants pose major risk to the global economy, IMF warns

  26-01-2021 14:51
  
  The pandemic could slam the brakes on a global economic turnaround this year despite mass vaccination programs and unprecedented levels of stimulus, according to the International Monetary Fund.
  
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• Remote community leaders eye West Wind Aviation, Transwest Air rebrand

  26-01-2021 14:07 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The consolidation of two airlines is set to take flight in remote fly-in communities in Saskatchewan. Read More
  
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