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• Saskatoon police investigate shooting in front of school - CTV News Saskatoon

  15-10-2021 23:51 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
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• Saskatoon police investigate shooting in front of school

  15-10-2021 23:51
  
  Saskatoon Police Service is investigating a shooting that took place Friday afternoon.
  
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• Get in that final round: Five things to do in Saskatoon this weekend

  15-10-2021 23:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The three City of Saskatoon golf courses — Wildwood, Silverwood and Holiday Park — are wrapping up the season over the next two weekends, but there's still time to get in that final round. Here are five things to do this weekend in and around Saskatoon. Read More
  
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• Get in that final round: Five things to do in Saskatoon this weekend - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  15-10-2021 23:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  
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• Sask. snowbirds excited to head south when U.S. border reopens

  15-10-2021 23:24
  
  Nov. 8 is the tentative date for the United States government to reopen its land and sea borders to non-essential fully vaccinated Canadian travellers.
  
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• Shooting - 1000 Block Northumberland Avenue

  15-10-2021 23:14 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are currently investigating a shooting that took place earlier this afternoon. At approximately 2:30 p.m., October 15, 2021, Police received a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Northumberland Avenue. Upon arrival, patrol officers located evidence that a firearm had been discharged. Officers have taken a man in possession of a firearm into custody at Avenue Y and 33rd Street. No victims have been located at this time. Police are continuing to investigate, a
  
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• Saskatoon councillors ask for report into spending cuts, user fee increases before 2022 budget talks

  15-10-2021 23:04 via cbc.ca
  
  While budget talks have not yet started, Saskatoon councillors are already looking at ways to shrink property tax increases for next year.
  
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• Saskatchewan reports 4 deaths, 312 new COVID-19 cases Friday

  15-10-2021 23:02 via cbc.ca
  
  Provincial health officials also reported that the number of active cases is now 4,364, up 70 from Thursday.
  
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• Greg Fertuck defence says RCMP manipulated drunk, lying, head-injured client

  15-10-2021 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lawyer Morris Bodnar told reporters that Sheree Fertuck may still be alive and could have staged her disappearance to 'get rid of' Greg Fertuck.
  
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• 'Mr. Fertuck is a drunk': Cross-exam of primary operator focuses on alcohol, lies and manipulation during Mr. Big sting

  15-10-2021 22:43 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Greg Mitchell Fertuck is an alcoholic with a history of lying who was manipulated into a confession after suffering a memory loss from a severe head injury. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan adds four more COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations rise

  15-10-2021 22:40 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan added 312 new COVID-19 cases as new diagnosed cases appeared to be levelling off. Read More
  
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• Greg Fertuck suffered memory loss during undercover police tactic, defence argues

  15-10-2021 22:34
  
  Greg Fertuck’s lawyer argued the RCMP manipulated an alcoholic liar suffering from memory loss into confessing to murder.
  
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• Saskatchewan government to expand delivery of rapid antigen testing kits

  15-10-2021 22:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  Self-testing kits are available on a first come, first served basis and households are only allowed one kit at this time.
  
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• 4 more COVID-19 deaths, 312 new cases reported in Sask.

  15-10-2021 22:05
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan reported 312 new COVID-19 cases on Friday and four more deaths.
  
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• Millions of rapid COVID-19 tests to flood Saskatchewan

  15-10-2021 21:59 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The federal government will send millions of rapid COVID-19 tests to Saskatchewan as part of a mammoth expansion in how the province plans to use the quick kits as the virus threatens the province's critical care system. Read More
  
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• 78 Saskatchewan patients in ICUs as COVID-19 death toll rises by 4

  15-10-2021 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are 312 new COVID-19 infections in Saskatchewan as of Friday, according to health officials.
  
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• 2 people charged after Saskatoon police cruiser rammed several times during traffic stop - CBC.ca

  15-10-2021 21:46 via cbc.ca
  
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• 2 people charged after Saskatoon police cruiser rammed several times during traffic stop

  15-10-2021 21:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Two people, ages 25 and 26, are facing charges after Saskatoon police say one of their unmarked cruisers was hit five times during a traffic stop Thursday night.
  
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• Fast-food joints, more liquor retailers will ask for proof of COVID-19 vaccinations in Sask.

  15-10-2021 21:37 via cbc.ca
  
  Starting Oct. 18, proof of vaccination will be required for anyone looking to dine-in at a fast-food joint or buy alcohol from liquor manufacturers — like breweries or distilleries — and at off sales connected to restaurants and taverns.
  
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• Health clinic on wheels filling need for COVID-19, STI testing in northern Sask.

  15-10-2021 21:31
  
  The Prince Albert Grand Council is hoping to fill a need in northern Saskatchewan with a health clinic on wheels.
  
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• Saskatoon committee searches for ways to lower property tax hike

  15-10-2021 21:16 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A Saskatoon city council committee continues looking for savings to keep the property tax increase lower. Read More
  
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• Wonderful weekend: Oct. 15 Saskatchewan weather outlook

  15-10-2021 21:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  A wonderful weekend ahead as temperatures soar back into the high teens — Meteorologist Peter Quinlan takes a look at what to expect in your SkyTracker weather outlook for Friday, Oct. 15.
  
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• Sask. school division providing free, in-demand rapid tests for unvaccinated staff

  15-10-2021 20:38 via cbc.ca
  
  The French-language school division in Saskatchewan is giving rapid COVID-19 test kits it has purchased to unvaccinated staff members in its schools.
  
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• New Sask. public health order will include proof of vaccination requirements for more businesses

  15-10-2021 20:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  A new public health order, which will be in effect Monday, will require additional businesses such as fast food restaurants to require vaccination proof or a negative COVID test.
  
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• Two teenagers charged with murder, robbery in death of northern Sask. man

  15-10-2021 20:22 via cbc.ca
  
  Two 16-year-olds have been charged with second-degree murder, robbery, break and enter, and committing an indictable offence.
  
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• New COVID cases continue downward trend, but officials urge caution as flu season approaches

  15-10-2021 20:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Health officials say COVID-19 cases are still trending downward nationally but warn that a hard flu season could put more pressure on the health care system.
  
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• Teens charged with 2nd-degree murder in northern Saskatchewan

  15-10-2021 19:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Two teenagers have been charged after the death of a 55-year-old man in northern Saskatchewan.
  
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• La Niña expected to bring 'bitterly cold' winter to western Canada

  15-10-2021 19:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  After a months-long period of relative atmospheric balance between El Niño and La Niña, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced this week that La Niña has returned. It's expected to stick around in some capacity through the winter and relax toward spring. Read More
  
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• 2021 has been record year for Saskatchewan provincial parks

  15-10-2021 19:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan park officials said there were more than 400,000 camping nights spent in provincial parks, breaking the previous record from 2016.
  
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• Two teens charged with murder after man found dead in northern Sask.

  15-10-2021 19:14 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Two 16-year-olds have been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after a 55-year-old man was found dead inside a home in the northern Saskatchewan community of Grandmother's Bay. Read More
  
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• WHL statement regarding video review challenge in Saskatoon – WHL Network - Western Hockey League

  15-10-2021 19:10 via whl.ca
  
  WHL statement regarding video review challenge in Saskatoon – WHL Network  Western Hockey League
  
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• 47 employees at Ottawa's children's hospital suspended without pay for violating vaccine mandate

  15-10-2021 19:09
  
  Forty-seven employees at Ottawa's Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario have been placed on unpaid leave for failing to comply with its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.
  
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• Two teens charged with second degree murder after 'suspicious' death in Sask.

  15-10-2021 18:55
  
  Two teens are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, for allegedly killing a 55-year-old man.
  
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• Saskatoon police car hit five times by stolen vehicle: police

  15-10-2021 18:15
  
  A man is facing several charges after allegedly striking a police vehicle several times Thursday night in an attempt to flee in a stolen vehicle.
  
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• La Niña's back. Here's how it will affect the weather

  15-10-2021 17:50 via cbc.ca
  
  For the second straight year, the world is heading into a new La Niña weather event. Here's more on what to expect and what that means for the weather and the hurricane season.
  
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• 5th school in Saskatoon announces COVID-19 outbreak this week - CBC.ca

  15-10-2021 17:34 via cbc.ca
  
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• 5th school in Saskatoon announces COVID-19 outbreak this week

  15-10-2021 17:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon Public Schools is reporting another COVID-19 outbreak at one of its schools.
  
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• 3 dead after boat capsizes on Reindeer Lake

  15-10-2021 17:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP say the boat left the northeastern Saskatchewan community of Kinoosao on Monday destined for Brochet, Man.
  
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• Mike Babcock brings intensity, attention to detail to U of S Huskies

  15-10-2021 17:30
  
  It might not be the bright lights of the NHL, but Mike Babcock says that doesn’t matter.
  
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• Live: Greg Fertuck murder trial wraps up sixth week of testimony

  15-10-2021 17:10 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Cross-examination is expected to begin Friday for an undercover officer who worked as Greg Mitchell Fertuck's partner during a sting operation in which Greg believed he was part of a criminal organization that was actually run by police. Read More
  
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• Alberta Golden Bears facing ‘dual threats’ from Saskatchewan Huskies backfield

  15-10-2021 17:10 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Huskies are featuring “dual threats” in their backfield as they host the Alberta Golden Bears in their first home game in two years.
  
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• Greg Fertuck said he dragged his wife’s body into the bushes, undercover officer testifies

  15-10-2021 17:06
  
  Court heard new details Thursday about where a man accused of murdering his wife allegedly put the body.
  
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• Two Sask. cities face $1M police budget hikes for RCMP back pay

  15-10-2021 17:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The costs of retroactive pay increases for RCMP officers will mean million-dollar police budget increases for the cities of Yorkton and Swift Current, thanks to a new collective bargaining agreement between the officers' union and the federal government. Read More
  
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• Update on Bell fire near Hudson Bay, SK

  15-10-2021 16:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  Shoal Lake Cree Nation Chief Marcel Head joins Global News Morning for an update on the Bell fire near Hudson Bay that’s created poor air quality and forced evacuations in nearby communities.
  
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• Update on Bell fire near Hudson Bay, Sask.

  15-10-2021 16:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  Shoal Lake Cree Nation Chief Marcel Head joins Global News Morning for an update on the Bell fire near Hudson Bay that’s created poor air quality and forced evacuations in nearby communities.
  
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• Arrests - Stolen Auto Investigation / Evade Police - 1600 block 11th Street West

  15-10-2021 16:14 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A man is facing several charges after striking a police vehicle several times last night in an attempt to flee in a stolen vehicle.Shortly after 8:30 p.m., October 14, 2021, members of the SPS Guns & Gangs Unit were in the area of 20th Street and Avenue P South when they observed a vehicle known to be stolen. The vehicle was observed pulling into a parking lot in the 1600 block of 11th Street West where police attempted to conduct a high risk traffic stop. The passenger exited the vehic
  
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• U.S. to open border to fully vaccinated travellers starting Nov. 8

  15-10-2021 15:25 via cbc.ca
  
  The United States is set to reopen its borders to fully vaccinated travellers starting Nov. 8, and will apply to those travelling by air, land or passenger ferry.
  
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• Few Canadians fully aware of advancements in ag tech: poll

  15-10-2021 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A straw hat and pitchfork aren't the workhorses of farming that they once were. Read More
  
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• Cameco aims to be the fuel supplier of choice for small modular reactors

  15-10-2021 14:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon-based Cameco has recently signed several memorandum of understandings to collaborate on the potential deployment of small modular reactors.
  
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• Climate can’t wait for small modular reactors: Saskatchewan Environmental Society

  15-10-2021 13:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Environmental Society believes small modular reactors are not the way forward to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
  
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