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• Parole eligibility still undecided for Sask. man convicted of murdering wife

  10-09-2021 23:55
  
  A Saskatoon judge is still undecided on the parole eligibility of a man who was convicted of murder after stabbing his wife.
  
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• Sask. Roughriders announce details for vaccine or negative test verification process

  10-09-2021 23:41 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders will require proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test from an SHA testing site or rapid antigen test from a certified testing clinic taken within 72 hours of the game in order to attend the next home game on Sept. 17.
  
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• Saskatchewan proof of vaccination record expected to launch week of Sept. 20

  10-09-2021 23:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Residents registered under eHealth Saskatchewan's 'My Sask Health Record' will have access to a downloadable vaccine record, which includes a unique QR code.
  
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• Australian child pornographer sentenced for trying to lure Regina teen on social media

  10-09-2021 23:28 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  An Austrialian youth care worker who tried to solicit a teen girl in Regina has pleaded guilty to 56 charges for his illicit online activity and was sentenced recently by a court in Melbourne County. Read More
  
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• 12 or 18 years? Lawyers argue parole eligibility for convicted spousal murderer Blake Schreiner

  10-09-2021 22:51 via cbc.ca
  
  Schreiner was convicted of second-degree murder in the January 2019 death of his partner Tammy Brown. Justice Ron Mills will give his sentencing decision on Sept. 24.
  
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• Sask. reports highest count of new COVID-19 cases this year

  10-09-2021 22:38
  
  Saskatchewan confirmed 432 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday – the second highest number on record and highest number in 2021 – as an unchecked fourth wave of the virus rages across the province.
  
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• Proposed SaskEnergy rate increases average residential bill by $5.65/month

  10-09-2021 22:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  SaskEnergy is applying to the SRRP to increase the commodity rate from $2.575/gigajoule (GJ) to $3.15/GJ effective Nov. 1, 2021.
  
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• Sask. government approves wood supply for sawmills in Carrot River, Big River

  10-09-2021 22:29
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan has approved timber allocations for the Dunkley Lumber sawmill in Carrot River and the Carrier Forest Products sawmill in Big River.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask: 432 new cases, 1 death reported Friday

  10-09-2021 22:20 via cbc.ca
  
  The province is reporting 432 new cases of COVID-19 and one more death Friday. 
  
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• New Saskatchewan COVID-19 measures called 'too little, too late'

  10-09-2021 22:14 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A University of Saskatchewan professor of epidemiology and community health says measures announced by the province to combat Canada's worst COVID-19 surge fall far short. Read More
  
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• Kingston woman raises funds to buy a tiny home for a homeless man

  10-09-2021 22:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Kim Cormier offered David McDonald a space in her backyard to camp after his scooter got a flat tire outside her home. Now, she's working to put a roof over his head.
  
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• Record high new COVID-19 cases in 2021 for Saskatchewan

  10-09-2021 22:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are 432 new COVID-19 infections in Saskatchewan as of Friday, according to health officials.
  
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• Vigil set for Saskatoon girl who died in scooter crash - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-09-2021 22:00 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Vigil set for Saskatoon girl who died in scooter crash  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Vigil set for Saskatoon girl who died in scooter crash

  10-09-2021 22:00
  
  A vigil has been set for Friday night for nine-year-old Baeleigh Emily Maurice.
  
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• Timber allocations approved for two Saskatchewan sawmills

  10-09-2021 21:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Carrier Forest Products sawmill in Big River and second for the Dunkley Lumber sawmill in Carrot River have received timber allocations from the Saskatchewan government.
  
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• Murder trial witness rejects defence's argument that Greg and Sheree Fertuck were reconciling

  10-09-2021 21:48
  
  A witness in Greg Fertuck’s murder trial on Friday rejected the defence’s suggestion that Greg and his estranged wife, Sheree, were reconciling.
  
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• COVID-19: Will foreign disinformation wreak havoc this federal election?

  10-09-2021 21:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  Could foreign actors weaponize COVID-19 false narratives to sabotage Canada's federal election? Experts explain what politicians and voters are up against.
  
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• 2 charged in Saskatoon meth bust | CTV News - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-09-2021 21:19 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  2 charged in Saskatoon meth bust | CTV News  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 2 charged in Saskatoon meth bust

  10-09-2021 21:19
  
  Two people are facing charges after Saskatoon police say they seized 1.47 kilograms of methamphetamine.
  
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• Summer heat moves out: Sept. 10 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  10-09-2021 21:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Showers are possible at times over the weekend. Meteorologist Peter Quinlan explains it all in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Friday, Sept. 10.
  
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• 'People are going to love this show:' Van Gogh exhibit heading to Saskatoon

  10-09-2021 20:53 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A massive display of Vincent Van Gogh's work is heading to Saskatoon at the end of the month. Read More
  
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• Softball Canada unveils roster for U23 camp in Saskatoon - BlackburnNews.com

  10-09-2021 20:35 via blackburnnews.com
  
  Softball Canada unveils roster for U23 camp in Saskatoon  BlackburnNews.com
  
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• 1 dead after truck collides with semi near Wadena, Sask.

  10-09-2021 20:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP said initial investigation indicates the semi was travelling west and the truck was travelling east when they collided.
  
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• 1 dead after truck collides with semi near Wadena

  10-09-2021 20:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP said initial investigation indicates the semi was travelling west and the truck was travelling east when they collided.
  
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• Saskatchewan’s Moe says ‘non-critical’ and ‘elective’ surgeries to be postponed

  10-09-2021 20:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced Friday that the province’s health authority, in an effort to “preserve the capacity” within the health-care system, will postpone the number of “non-critical” and “elective” surgeries being done in the province.
  
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• Saskatchewan to require anyone testing positive for COVID-19 to self-isolate for 10 days

  10-09-2021 20:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced Friday that a public health order will mandate anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 will be required to self-isolate for 10 days after receiving that positive test result. Those who are close contacts of someone who tested positive must also isolate, but only if unvaccinated. Those who are vaccinated and...
  
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• Saskatchewan government reports nation-leading job growth in August

  10-09-2021 20:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  The provincial government says Saskatchewan is leading the nation in job growth with more than 10,000 jobs gained in one month.
  
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• Imagine Van Gogh immersive exhibition coming to Saskatoon

  10-09-2021 20:07 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Residents and visitors to Saskatoon will be able to immerse themselves in the artwork of Vincent Van Gogh for a limited time this fall. Read More
  
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• 1.5 kilograms of methamphetamine seized in joint investigation by SPS Drug Unit and Guns and Gangs Unit

  10-09-2021 19:40 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two people are facing charges following a joint investigation by the SPS’s Drug and Guns & Gangs Units in which one and a half kilograms of methamphetamine was seized.Following an investigation where police observed activity consistent with drug trafficking, a man was arrested outside of a residence in the 200 block of Avenue X North and a search warrant was executed at approximately 5:00 p.m., September 9, 2021. Police located methamphetamine, cash, fake ID’s, cell phones,
  
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• Roughriders seek bounce-back performance against Blue Bombers

  10-09-2021 19:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders will be without some key starters as they face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Saturday's Banjo Bowl at Investors Group Field.
  
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• Immersive Van Gogh exhibit coming to Saskatoon - CKOM News Talk Sports

  10-09-2021 19:31 via ckom.com
  
  Immersive Van Gogh exhibit coming to Saskatoon  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Sask. reinstates mandatory self-isolation, health care service reductions as COVID-19 cases rise

  10-09-2021 19:28
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan has reinstated a self-isolation order for COVID-19 positive residents and will be reducing some health care services to lessen the stress on the system.
  
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• One woman dead after semi, truck crash near Wadena, Sask.

  10-09-2021 19:17
  
  RCMP are investigating after a semi and a truck collided near Wadena, Sask., leaving a 65-year-old woman dead.
  
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• Self-isolation required after positive COVID tests, all SHA employees need proof of vaccination: province

  10-09-2021 19:13 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Facing an overwhelming COVID-19 surge amidst a fourth wave in the pandemic, the provincial government has expanded its self-isolation requirements, as well as its testing and vaccination capabilities. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan enacting mandatory self-isolation order for positive COVID-19 cases

  10-09-2021 19:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  Anyone testing positive for COVID-19 in Saskatchewan and unvaccinated close contacts will be required to self-isolate for 10 days under a public health order.
  
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• Increased COVID-19 risk in Rosthern & Wakaw leads to visitor limitations in care home and hospital

  10-09-2021 19:05 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning the public about an increased risk of COVID-19 in two towns northeast of Saskatoon.
  
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• Sask. requires COVID-19 positive people to isolate, does not implement masking or vaccine mandates

  10-09-2021 18:58 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced Friday that the province will again require COVID-19 positive people and close contacts who are not vaccinated to self-isolate for 10 days.
  
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• Sask. reinstates isolation for COVID-19 positive people, does not implement masking or vaccine mandates

  10-09-2021 18:58 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced Friday that the province will again require COVID-19 positive people and close contacts who are not vaccinated to self-isolate for 10 days.
  
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• Sask. premier, health officials to hold COVID-19 update

  10-09-2021 18:58 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab and Saskatchewan Health Authority CEO Scott Livingstone are holding a news conference at 11 a.m. CST Friday.
  
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• Sask. Premier says COVID-19 vaccination 'will remain a choice'

  10-09-2021 18:45
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe gave a stern message Friday morning to residents who choose not to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
  
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• Moe says COVID-19 vaccination 'will remain a choice'

  10-09-2021 18:45
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe gave a stern message Friday morning to residents who choose not to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
  
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• Live @ 11: Moe, Shahab to provide COVID-19 update in Saskatoon - CTV Toronto

  10-09-2021 18:45 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Live @ 11: Moe, Shahab to provide COVID-19 update in Saskatoon  CTV Toronto
  
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• Live @ 11: Moe, Shahab to provide COVID-19 update in Saskatoon

  10-09-2021 18:45
  
  Premier Scott Moe, Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab and Saskatchewan Health Authority CEO Scott Livingstone are scheduled to provide a COVID-19 update at 11 a.m. Friday in Saskatoon.
  
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• Live @ 11: Moe says COVID-19 vaccination 'will remain a choice'

  10-09-2021 18:45
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe gave a stern message Friday morning to residents who choose not to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
  
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• 10 new rural cell towers constructed as part of $107M SaskTel wireless program

  10-09-2021 18:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  SaskTel has announced the completion of its Wireless Saskatchewan initiative to expand their wireless network and improve service in rural Saskatchewan.
  
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• Masks once again required in Sask. long-term care homes

  10-09-2021 18:16 via cbc.ca
  
  With COVID-19 cases rising in Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is bringing back a mask mandate for long-term care homes.
  
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• Saskatoon Minor Hockey Association asks city for mask exemption on ice - CBC.ca

  10-09-2021 18:01 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon Minor Hockey Association asks city for mask exemption on ice  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon Minor Hockey Association asks city for mask exemption on ice

  10-09-2021 18:01 via cbc.ca
  
  No mask, no skating — that’s the rule at the City of Saskatoon’s indoor rinks.
  
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• Sask. Opposition pushes for COVID vaccine mandate on provincial employees

  10-09-2021 17:45 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan's Opposition leader is pushing for the government to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for all its employees.
  
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• Finally, The Hilltops Are Home at Saskatoon Minor Football Field - CJWW

  10-09-2021 17:37 via cjwwradio.com
  
  Finally, The Hilltops Are Home at Saskatoon Minor Football Field  CJWW
  
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