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• Head of Saskatoon business group calls for province to step up on social services

  23-12-2021 23:33 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The head of the business improvement district for downtown Saskatoon has called on the province for a better plan to reduce homelessness. Read More
  
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• COVID-19: USask delaying start date of some classes, moving some to remote learning

  23-12-2021 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  A press release from the university said there will be a delayed start in many classes and programs until Jan. 10. 
  
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• My family caught COVID-19. Here's what I wish I'd known

  23-12-2021 23:27 via cbc.ca
  
  For the better part of two years, I convinced myself that I could dodge COVID, writes Meaghan Blanchard. I'm not sharing my story to scare you. I'm sharing my story because I honestly thought that if I did everything right, it wouldn't hit my family.
  
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• University of Saskatchewan to delay in-person return in winter

  23-12-2021 23:18 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 drives increasing infection rates in Canada, the University of Saskatchewan is delaying the start of its winter term. Read More
  
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• Christmas dinner comes early at The Bridge in Saskatoon - CTV News Saskatoon

  23-12-2021 23:11 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Christmas dinner comes early at The Bridge in Saskatoon  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Christmas dinner comes early at The Bridge in Saskatoon

  23-12-2021 23:11
  
  The Bridge on 20th Fellowship Centre treated hundreds of people to Christmas dinner on Thursday, helping spread some Christmas cheer to some who might not otherwise experience it.
  
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• Premier Moe says large gathering limits a possibility, does not want to 'take away personal freedoms'

  23-12-2021 23:09 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Scott Moe said his government is tracking the spread of the Omicron variant in Saskatchewan but does not want to impose measures that would "take away your personal freedoms."
  
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• 'Pure intention of the heart': Homemade treats brighten lives in Prince Albert

  23-12-2021 22:45
  
  Home bakers from Prince Albert are brightening the lives of shelter clients one cookie at a time with their donations of homemade treats.
  
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• COVID-19: Saskatchewan adds 194 cases, Omicron variant jumps to 148

  23-12-2021 22:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan added the highest number of new cases since October and the number of Omicron cases soared past the 100 mark. Read More
  
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• COVID-19: 1 death, 194 new cases reported in Saskatchewan

  23-12-2021 22:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan health officials report one death and 194 new confirmed cases of COVID-19.
  
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• COVID-19 gathering restrictions ‘not ruled out’ for Saskatchewan: Scott Moe

  23-12-2021 21:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  With Omicron cases on the rise in the province, Moe added that officials are watching the situation 'very closely.'
  
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• Yaremko guilty of sexually assaulting, confining woman in 2019 home invasion

  23-12-2021 21:35 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Warning: This story contains disturbing details and descriptions of sexual assault some readers may find upsetting Read More
  
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• Moe says COVID-19 cases rising, gathering limits possible next week

  23-12-2021 21:32 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe warned residents in a pre-Christmas message that COVID-19 cases are rising and gathering limits could be coming as soon as next week. Read More
  
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• Medical masks that fit well best for Omicron protection: Sask. top doctor

  23-12-2021 21:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  As of Thursday, there are 27 confirmed cases of Omicron and 121 probable cases detected through screening.
  
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• COVID-19 might have lasting impacts on the way Canada handles immigration, minister says

  23-12-2021 21:28 via cbc.ca
  
  The federal immigration minister says some of temporary measures that have helped the government meet its targets this year could be here to stay even after the pandemic ebbs away.
  
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• Regina police requesting public’s assistance in investigation of man found dead in city park

  23-12-2021 21:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police are asking for the public's assistance with any information about the death of a 22-year-old Prince Albert man found in a city park.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask.: 194 new cases confirmed, 52 new confirmed cases of Omicron variant

  23-12-2021 21:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan reported both the highest spike in confirmed Omicron cases in a single day and the highest spike in COVID-19 cases since October on Thursday.
  
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• Sask. records highest single-day COVID-19 case increase since October with 194

  23-12-2021 21:13
  
  Saskatchewan reported 194 new COVID-19 cases in its final scheduled update until Dec. 28 on Thursday, while another 52 cases of the Omicron variant.
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. adds 194 cases, Omicron numbers jump to 148

  23-12-2021 20:58 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan added the highest number of new cases since October and the number of Omicron cases soared past the 100 mark. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon man found guilty of sexually assaulting woman after breaking into her condo - CTV News Saskatoon

  23-12-2021 20:49 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon man found guilty of sexually assaulting woman after breaking into her condo  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon man found guilty of sexually assaulting woman after breaking into her condo

  23-12-2021 20:49
  
  A Saskatoon man has been found guilty of sexual assault with a weapon and forcible confinement.
  
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• Gathering restrictions under consideration in Sask. amid Omicron concerns, premier says

  23-12-2021 20:33
  
  Restrictions on large gatherings could be introduced in the next week in Saskatchewan, according to Premier Scott Moe.
  
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• 'What's two more?' - Regina mother delivers third set of twins in 4 years

  23-12-2021 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  A Regina mother says she's used to "chaos" after delivering three sets of twins in four years, in addition to two older children.
  
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• 'What's two more?': Regina mother delivers 3rd set of twins in 4 years

  23-12-2021 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  A Regina mother says she's used to "chaos" after delivering three sets of twins in four years, in addition to two older children.
  
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• Regina mother delivers 3rd set of twins in 4 years

  23-12-2021 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  A Regina mother says she's used to "chaos" after delivering three sets of twins in four years, in addition to two older children.
  
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• Joseph Yaremko guilty of sexual assault, unlawful confinement

  23-12-2021 19:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Joseph Yaremko has been convicted for holding a woman against her will in her Saskatoon condominium and sexually assaulting her. He was charged in June 2019.
  
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• I knew I had to come out to my grandfather before it was too late

  23-12-2021 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  I worried about tarnishing the memories we share, but wanted my Guoon Guoon to see my whole identity — queerness and all — in the time we have left together, writes Shimshon Obadia.
  
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• ‘Our propositions’: Meili says critique will continue, but aims to promote NDP ideas in 2022

  23-12-2021 18:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  In a year-end chat, Sask. NDP Leader Ryan Meili said he's excited to connect with residents about his own party's ideas after a year critiquing the government's pandemic response.
  
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• Ryan Meili aims to promote NDP ideas in 2022

  23-12-2021 18:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan NDP Leader Ryan Meili says while he aims to continue his critique of the government’s COVID-19, he will also dedicate time to promoting his party’s ideas to the province’s residents.
  
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• Saskatoon police ask for help in search for 43-year-old man - CTV News Saskatoon

  23-12-2021 16:39 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon police ask for help in search for 43-year-old man  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon police ask for help in search for 43-year-old man

  23-12-2021 16:39
  
  Saskatoon police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 43-year-old man.
  
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• Adopt a Pet with Bella and Saskatoon SPCA - Globalnews.ca

  23-12-2021 15:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Adopt a Pet with Bella and Saskatoon SPCA  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Adopt a Pet with Bella and Saskatoon SPCA

  23-12-2021 15:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  On the final Adopt a Pet of 2021, the Saskatoon SPCA’s Jemma Omidian joins Global News Morning with Bella, looking for a forever home
  
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• Mosaic Stadium turns into winter wonderland for Iceville

  23-12-2021 15:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  For the second straight year, Mosaic Stadium’s frozen tundra will be literally frozen. REAL President and CEO Tim Reid joins Global News Morning as Iceville returns for this winter
  
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• Most Saskatoon city ponds now safe for skating - Globalnews.ca

  23-12-2021 15:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Most Saskatoon city ponds now safe for skating  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Most Saskatoon city ponds now safe for skating

  23-12-2021 15:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Fire Department has completed testing on storm retention ponds to ensure they meet the minimum eight-inch ice thickness for skating.
  
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• Holiday movies for the whole family

  23-12-2021 14:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Minute at the Movies host Todd James joins Global News Morning with some holiday movies to enjoy for the whole family
  
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• Saskatchewan premier reflects on loss, what he learned about himself in past year

  23-12-2021 14:28 via cbc.ca
  
  As Saskatchewan emerges from a tough year of COVID-19 with a wounded health-care system, Premier Scott Moe is reflecting on the grief shared by many Saskatchewan families, a sadness he, too, has felt.
  
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• Gardening: What does full sun mean for the Prairie gardener?

  23-12-2021 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  This column was inspired by one written by Brian Baldwin, one of the early submissions by the Saskatchewan Perennial Society and published in 2007. Brian was well known by the horticulture community for his sharp wit, as a teacher and as a writer of all things horticulture. He left us too soon, in 2009, but is fondly remembered by many. Read More
  
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• Tank: Saskatoon Tribal Council came through in a challenging year - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  23-12-2021 13:04 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Tank: Saskatoon Tribal Council came through in a challenging year  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Throwback Thursday: Legal liquor service

  23-12-2021 13:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Every Thursday, we feature an image from the StarPhoenix archives. Today, we see Gem Café dining room serving the first legal liquor under new regulations, from Dec. 23, 1959. (City of Saskatoon Archives StarPhoenix Collection S-SP-B4770-1) Read More
  
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• Why Saskatchewan's COVID-19 death toll could be far higher than we know

  23-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan ranks third among Canadian provinces in COVID-19 deaths per 100,000 people at 80, just above the national average of 79. Read More
  
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• Tank: Saskatoon Tribal Council came through in a challenging year

  23-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon Tribal Chief Mark Arcand tries to avoid bragging. Read More
  
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• Letters: We don't need fighter jets — focus on climate instead

  23-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Military money would be better used elsewhere Read More
  
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• Why I'm leaning into a sad Christmas, with all the fixings

  23-12-2021 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Through the years we all will be together, but gradually we won't be. The fates don't allow it, writes Shelley Chase, who is embracing her grief this Christmas.
  
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• Demand accelerates for rapid tests in Sask. as Omicron threatens the holiday season

  23-12-2021 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan people are scooping up rapid antigen test kits in droves as the holiday season gets underway.
  
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• You've got a rapid test. Now how do you use it?

  23-12-2021 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  In a matter of weeks rapid tests went from something you couldn't pay someone to take — according to Ontario Premier Doug Ford — to the hottest holiday find.
  
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• Cree-Métis singer finds peace and harmony in Cree Christmas carols

  23-12-2021 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Cree-Métis singer Falynn Baptiste has become a champion of the Cree language, both in the classroom and on stage, after years of turning her back on her culture.
  
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• Agricultural regions remain dry heading into winter freeze up: Water Security Agency

  23-12-2021 01:37 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan's Water Security Agency (WSA) has released its report outlining conditions around the province as things freeze up for the winter. Read More
  
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• Global News at 6 Saskatoon: Dec. 22

  23-12-2021 01:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, edition of Global News at 6 with Kevin Hirschfield on Global Saskatoon.
  
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