Saskatoon news

• Lead poisoning confirmed in death of two Saskatchewan eagles

  26-02-2021 23:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Regina wildlife rehabilitation centre is raising awareness after an autopsy confirmed two eagles brought into its care died of lead poisoning.
  
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• CFL commissioner slated to attend CFL Players’ Association’s virtual AGM

  26-02-2021 23:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  The CFL Players' Association will conduct its 2021 annual general meeting virtually. The AGM is slated to be held Friday and Saturday.
  
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• Missing Youth - 400 block Avenue J North

  26-02-2021 23:41 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are requesting public assistance in locating two missing youth.  Eleven year old Makayla Shingoose and nine year old Aliyah Bear were last seen at their school in the 400 block of Avenue J North, at approximately 11:30 a.m., February 26, 2021.  Makayla Shingoose is described as 5'5" in height, 130 lbs, with black, shoulder-length hair and brown eyes.  Her ears are pierced.  She was likely wearing all black.Aliyah Bear is described as 5'0" in height,
  
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• Fake brand ambassador offers target users on social media

  26-02-2021 23:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  It’s not uncommon for brands, like clothing companies, to partner with social media influencers trying to sell a product. But, some of these practices are raising red flags.
  
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• Why are COVID cases spiking in Regina and dropping in Saskatoon? - Regina Leader-Post

  26-02-2021 23:32
  
  Why are COVID cases spiking in Regina and dropping in Saskatoon?  Regina Leader-Post
  
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• North Battleford emergency shelter shuts down

  26-02-2021 23:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  An emergency homeless shelter in North Battleford is closing its doors. Read More
  
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• 'A harsh reality': 22 staff laid off as Lighthouse North Battleford shelter forced to close

  26-02-2021 23:17
  
  The Lighthouse North Battleford shelter will close April 1 due to a lack of funding, Lighthouse Supported Living executive director Don Windels told CTV News.
  
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• Feds didn’t supply enough resources to end water advisories on First Nations: auditor

  26-02-2021 23:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  A recently released report states the federal government did not provide the support needed to ensure First Nations communities have access to safe drinking water.
  
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• Former NHLer looking to build Nutana apartment tower

  26-02-2021 23:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A former professional hockey player hopes to build a 15-storey apartment tower in the heart of Saskatoon's Nutana neighbourhood. Read More
  
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• Missing Person - 600 Block Confederation Drive

  26-02-2021 22:34 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are requesting public assistance in locating a missing 20 year old woman. Rachelle Badger was last seen in the 600 block of Confederation Drive at approximately 11:15 p.m., February 25, 2021.  Family members are concerned about Rachelle’s safety. Rachelle is described as 5’6” in height, 157 lbs., with long brown hair and brown eyes.  She was last seen wearing black boots with zippers on the sides, blue jeans, a white t-shirt and a black or g
  
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• Far-right party leader to appeal judgment requiring him to get a lawyer

  26-02-2021 22:21 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The leader of a far-right nationalist political party says he is appealing to Canada's highest court for the right to represent himself in an ongoing legal dispute with the City of Saskatoon. Read More
  
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• Regina-made game allows players to golf with robots

  26-02-2021 22:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Regina company combined robots, golf and your smartphone to create a new gaming app.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask.: No new deaths, 153 new cases Friday

  26-02-2021 22:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan is reporting no new deaths Friday, with 153 new known cases of COVID-19. Active case numbers are sitting at 1,510.
  
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• After 25 years with department, Saskatoon Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Rodger retires - CTV News Saskatoon

  26-02-2021 21:58
  
  After 25 years with department, Saskatoon Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Rodger retires  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• After 25 years with department, Saskatoon Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Rodger retires

  26-02-2021 21:58
  
  After more than two decades with the Saskatoon Fire Department, Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Rodger is retiring.
  
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• With the high price of Bitcoin, are Sask. criminals cashing in?

  26-02-2021 21:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s a look at crimes involving the cryptocurrency Bitcoin in Saskatchewan.
  
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• Saskatchewan coronavirus hospitalizations down to 155, 153 new infections

  26-02-2021 21:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are 153 new coronavirus infections in Saskatchewan, according to health officials.
  
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• Q+A: Working 9-to-5 would be a way to make a living for Jeffery Straker's dream quartet

  26-02-2021 20:57 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Telemiracle returns to the airwaves this weekend with the 45th-annual fundraiser running on CTV from Saturday at 9 p.m. until Sunday at 5 p.m. Read More
  
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• Advocacy group sets up GoFundMe page to help female inmates at Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Sask.

  26-02-2021 20:55 via cbc.ca
  
  An inmate advocacy group has set up a GoFundMe page to support inmates at the Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert, Sask.
  
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• Cooler weekend in store: Feb. 26 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  26-02-2021 20:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Temperatures drop for the last weekend of February. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan with a look at what’s ahead in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Friday, Feb. 26.
  
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• Dangerous offender in Edmonton who removed ankle bracelet may be headed to Sask.

  26-02-2021 19:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A dangerous offender who removed his monitoring bracelet and may be armed could be en route to Saskatchewan, the Edmonton Police Service says. Read More
  
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• Edmonton police warn of violent offender who may be headed to Sask.

  26-02-2021 19:37
  
  The Edmonton Police Service is warning the public that a violent offender could be making his way to Saskatchewan.
  
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• 'She was chewing on the wife's plants': Moose decides to hang out in Sask. couple's back yard for 2 days

  26-02-2021 19:35
  
  A Saskatchewan couple had an up-close — and prolonged— wildlife encounter after a moose that had been hanging around town decided to spend a couple of days relaxing in their backyard
  
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• SGI issuing customers one-time rebate of about $285 per vehicle in May

  26-02-2021 19:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  SGI will pass on roughly $350 million in earnings to the people of Saskatchewan and will issue a one-time rebate to all registered vehicle owners in May.
  
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• Rattlers unveil 2021 schedule, stay hopeful despite pandemic uncertainty

  26-02-2021 18:10 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Rattlers laid out their best-case scenario on Thursday. Read More
  
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• Poultry in motion: Saskatoon girl takes chicken downhill sledding - Global News

  26-02-2021 18:08
  
  Poultry in motion: Saskatoon girl takes chicken downhill sledding  Global News
  
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• Hall of Famers James, Lowe, Hay named to Order of Hockey in Canada

  26-02-2021 18:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Women's hockey star Angela James, Edmonton Oilers executive Kevin Lowe and former Hockey Canada president Bill Hay have been named to the Order of Hockey in Canada.
  
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• Robbery/Stabbing - 23rd St. West and Ave. D North

  26-02-2021 17:56 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A 50 year old man is recovering in hospital following a robbery and stabbing that occurred overnight.At approximately 3:30 a.m., February 26, 2021, Police received a report of an injured person at 23rd Street West and Avenue D North.  Officers located the 50 year old male at the scene.  He reported being robbed and assaulted.  He was later found to have suffered a non life-threatening stab wound.  The two male suspects are reported to have stolen the victim's backpack before
  
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• SGI customers to receive average $285 rebate per vehicle this May

  26-02-2021 17:53 via cbc.ca
  
  Car owners in Saskatchewan will be receiving a one-time rebate from SGI this spring thanks to a strong auto fund rate stabilization reserve.
  
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• Trudeau government backpedals on investigating human rights complaints against mining companies

  26-02-2021 17:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Trudeau government has scaled back plans for a watchdog to investigate allegations of overseas human rights abuses by Canadian companies, activists say.
  
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• Queen City For All hoping Regina follows Saskatoon and bans conversion therapy - 620 CKRM.com

  26-02-2021 17:33
  
  Queen City For All hoping Regina follows Saskatoon and bans conversion therapy  620 CKRM.com
  
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• Poultry in motion: Saskatoon girl takes chicken downhill sledding

  26-02-2021 17:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  Four-year-old Lennon Poole can be seen in the video with her beloved hen ‘Chickyboo’ tucked in next to her on the saucer.
  
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• SGI to pay out $285M in rebates to Sask. drivers

  26-02-2021 17:01
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan announced it has approved a one-time rebate of $285 million to be paid out to SGI customers.
  
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• With 8 teams remaining, Scotties title feels like anyone's game

  26-02-2021 16:26 via cbc.ca
  
  Jennifer Jones, Kerri Einarson and Rachel Homan were picked by many to advance to the championship pool, but what many didn't see developing was a young Quebec team and veteran Saskatchewan skip also rising to the top. 
  
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• Edmonton police search for dangerous offender who could be heading to Saskatchewan

  26-02-2021 16:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police are searching for a man they say is a dangerous offender, after he removed a monitoring ankle bracelet that was placed on him due to his violent tendencies.
  
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• Westland Insurance Acquires Brokerage in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - GlobeNewswire

  26-02-2021 16:00
  
  Westland Insurance Acquires Brokerage in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan  GlobeNewswire
  
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• Sask. country artist Tenille Arts nominated for ACM's New Female Artist of the Year award

  26-02-2021 15:59
  
  Saskatchewan country music artist Tenille Arts has been nominated for the New Female Artist of the Year award by the Academy of Country Music.
  
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• Sask. reports 153 new COVID-19 cases, more than 3K vaccines administered

  26-02-2021 15:50
  
  Saskatchewan recorded 153 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, along with 136 recoveries and no new deaths.
  
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• Uber driver fighting to be reimbursed by city after construction sign falls on his vehicle

  26-02-2021 15:40 via cbc.ca
  
  An Uber driver wants city to reimburse him after construction sign hits his vehicle.
  
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• Saskatoon Fringe Festival accepting applications for this summer | Watch News Videos Online - Globalnews.ca

  26-02-2021 15:36
  
  Saskatoon Fringe Festival accepting applications for this summer | Watch News Videos Online  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Saskatoon Fringe Festival accepting applications for this summer

  26-02-2021 15:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  There’s some hope that we could see summer events this year. 25th Street Theatre Executive Director Anita Smith tells Global News Morning they are accepting applications for the 2021 Saskatoon Fringe Festival.
  
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• New company in taxi industry amid pandemic, competition

  26-02-2021 15:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  A new taxi company is joining a busy industry in Saskatoon. Hey Taxi spokesperson Craig Squires talks to Global News Morning as the local company joins the competition in the midst of the pandemic.
  
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• Why AstraZeneca vaccine approval in Canada may open more doors

  26-02-2021 15:29 via cbc.ca
  
  Health Canada's approval of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to prevent COVID-19 in adults follows similar green lights from regulators worldwide.
  
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• 'We're not the virus:' Filipino family faces anti-Asian racism at Sask. Costco

  26-02-2021 14:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A Filipino-Canadian family was left shaken after being shouted at and discriminated against by a fellow customer in a Regina Costco last week.
  
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• Regina family faces anti-Asian bigotry while shopping

  26-02-2021 14:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A Philippino-Canadian family was left shaken after being shouted at and discriminated against by a fellow customer in a Regina Costco last week.
  
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• Health Canada approves two AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines

  26-02-2021 14:21
  
  Health Canada has approved the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and a related shot by the Serum Institute of India for use around the country with the first doses expected to arrive soon.
  
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• Health Canada approves AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

  26-02-2021 14:21
  
  Health Canada has approved the AstraZeneca and Oxford University COVID-19 vaccine for use around the country with the first doses expected to arrive in the coming days.
  
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• Health Canada approves use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine

  26-02-2021 14:06 via cbc.ca
  
  Health Canada has approved use of the COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca this morning, clearing the way for millions of more inoculations in Canada.
  
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• Health Canada approves AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine

  26-02-2021 14:06 via cbc.ca
  
  Health Canada has approved use of the COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca, which is expected to arrive in Canada in the second and third quarters of this year.
  
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• Natural hair love: How 3 people are reclaiming their Indigenous identity through their hair

  26-02-2021 14:00
  
  In recent history, it was customary for schools to force Indigenous children to cut off their hair, robbing them of their braids which served as a strong cultural symbol -- one that wove identity, ancestry and pride together.
  
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