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• Union head blasts decision to re-open Sask. schools as scheduled amid Omicron surge

  30-12-2021 23:53 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation president Patrick Maze said he was "disappointed" after the province's latest press conference on the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
  
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• Sask. Teachers Federation disappointed in lack of provincial restrictions as Omicron cases surge

  30-12-2021 23:48 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan is expecting a major surge in Omicron variant cases, but schools are still set to open Jan. 3 and 4. 
  
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• Traffic Advisory - Multiple Collisions - Icy Road Conditions

  30-12-2021 23:40 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  As driver's approach rush hour traffic this evening, the Saskatoon Police Service is reminding residents to drive safe, as icy road conditions are present in the city.This afternoon, officers have already responded to multiple collisions, including at intersections near Zimmerman Road and Highway 16, Attridge Drive and Central Avenue, and Clarence Avenue South and Circle Drive South.  Traffic restrictions and delays in these areas are ongoing and we remind drivers to use caution and sl
  
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• New COVID-19 outbreak declared at Sask. Pen: seven staff cases

  30-12-2021 23:17 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Seven employees at Saskatchewan Penitentiary have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Thursday in a new outbreak at the federally run prison, the Correctional Service of Canada says. Read More
  
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• 'Restored our faith in humanity': Saskatoon dog found safe after missing for 4 days in extreme cold - CTV News Saskatoon

  30-12-2021 23:03 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'Restored our faith in humanity': Saskatoon dog found safe after missing for 4 days in extreme cold  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 'Restored our faith in humanity': Saskatoon dog found safe after missing for 4 days in extreme cold

  30-12-2021 23:03
  
  A Saskatoon dog has been found safe and returned to his family after going missing on Christmas Eve and spending four days in the extreme cold.
  
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• 'Stick to close family, friends': Shahab explains how to stay safe this weekend

  30-12-2021 22:50
  
  On Thursday, Saskatchewan's Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab asked residents to celebrate New Year's Eve responsibly.
  
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• Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit now open for applications

  30-12-2021 22:40 via cbc.ca
  
  The federal government announced today that the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit — which gives temporary income support to people who cannot work due to a COVID-19 lockdown — is open for applications.
  
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• Saskatchewan RCMP: North Battleford deaths determined to be homicides

  30-12-2021 22:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  After an investigation into a fire on Christmas Day that claimed two lives in North Battleford, the deaths are now considered homicides.
  
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• On New Year's Eve, find a better option than driving impaired: SGI

  30-12-2021 22:28
  
  Whether you’re at a house party, a bar, restaurant or show, a safe ride home should be part of everyone's evening plans this New Year's Eve, according to SGI.
  
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• Canadian Ranger reflects on successful Christmas Eve rescue in Northern Sask.

  30-12-2021 22:28 via cbc.ca
  
  Four rangers, and life-long friends, set out from Stanley Mission, Sask. to help a stranded trapper in -25 C temperatures.
  
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• Deaths of women found after North Battleford fire considered homicides: Sask. RCMP

  30-12-2021 21:50
  
  The deaths of two people found after a fire at a North Battleford home are now considered homicides, according to RCMP.
  
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• COVID-19 in Sask.: 589 new cases, 4 more deaths

  30-12-2021 21:50 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan reported 589 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday as the premier announced there will be no additional health measures or gathering limits implemented.
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. reports 589 new cases, 4 deaths, as Omicron variant surges

  30-12-2021 21:41 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan reported 589 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, nearly doubling the 293 new cases reported on Wednesday as the highly infectious Omicron variant of the virus continues to spread. Read More
  
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• Two deaths in North Battleford Christmas Eve fire determined to be homicides

  30-12-2021 21:40 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatchewan RCMP say the deaths of two people in a Christmas Eve house fire in North Battleford are now considered homicides. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan breaks all-time peak power consumption use record

  30-12-2021 21:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  During the extreme cold temperatures, SaskPower reported a high power consumption of 3,868 megawatts on Dec. 29, 2021.
  
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• Saskatchewan reports highest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases since early October

  30-12-2021 21:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to Thursday’s update, there are 117 confirmed cases of Omicron and 1,055 probable cases detected through screening.
  
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• 'No way to arrest our way out': Saskatoon mayor discusses city's drug response in year-end interview - CTV News Saskatoon

  30-12-2021 21:07 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  'No way to arrest our way out': Saskatoon mayor discusses city's drug response in year-end interview  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 'No way to arrest our way out': Saskatoon mayor discusses city's drug response in year-end interview

  30-12-2021 21:07
  
  Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark says the city is facing a "confluence of issues" regarding public safety - in particular, the introduction of destructive drugs such as crystal meth and fentanyl.
  
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• Fires, floods, smoke and wind: Canada’s most intense weather events in 2021

  30-12-2021 18:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  It was a big year for big weather — and many of the events were connected, in one way or another.
  
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• Cold snap leads to new peak power use record, historic temperatures

  30-12-2021 17:46 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  This year is one for the books — or at least its temperatures are. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan premier, health minister to provide COVID-19 update Thursday

  30-12-2021 17:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officials will announce changes related to testing and isolation, and provide an update on key indicators relating to case numbers, including hospitalizations. 
  
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• COVID-19: Sask. reduces self-isolation requirement, no gathering restrictions coming to province

  30-12-2021 17:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officials will announce changes related to testing and isolation, and provide an update on key indicators relating to case numbers, including hospitalizations. 
  
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• City of Humboldt fined $133,000 for workplace fatality

  30-12-2021 17:36 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A Humboldt provincial court judge has ruled that the City of Humboldt must pay $133,000 for the death of a worker who was fatally injured on a city work site. Read More
  
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• COVID-19: Regina and area long-term care homes back to Level 1 family presence restrictions

  30-12-2021 17:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Long-term care homes in Regina and surrounding areas are moved to Level 1 visitations due to the increased risk of the Omicron variant.
  
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• Saskatoon athlete swimming towards her Olympic dream in the pool

  30-12-2021 17:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  Athletes dream of having the chance to represent their country at the Olympics. For one Saskatoon woman, she has taken another step in making that a reality. She is one of twelve that has been selected to the Senior Artistic Swimming National team.
  
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• Extreme cold weather resulting in dangerous conditions to those outdoors

  30-12-2021 17:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  The recent stretch of extreme cold across Saskatchewan has made venturing outside for long periods of time very dangerous. The cold snap is expected through early January, if not longer.
  
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• Ontario reports 13,807 new cases of COVID-19, shattering previous record

  30-12-2021 16:29
  
  Health officials in Ontario are reporting the highest number of new COVID-19 cases ever logged in a single day with 13,807 new cases Thursday.
  
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• Check carbon monoxide detectors regularly: Saskatoon Fire Department - CKOM News Talk Sports

  30-12-2021 16:23 via ckom.com
  
  Check carbon monoxide detectors regularly: Saskatoon Fire Department  CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Quebec reintroduces 10 p.m. curfew as infection rates skyrocket

  30-12-2021 16:16
  
  The Quebec government will reintroduce a curfew of 10 p.m. starting Dec. 31, Premier Francois Legault announced Thursday evening. In addition, restaurants must close their dining rooms, gatherings are banned and businesses have been ordered to close on Sundays.
  
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• Bridges: Carzan Local Market works to keep Saskatchewan food systems strong

  30-12-2021 16:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
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• Gardening: There are endless possibilities when you forfeit a front lawn

  30-12-2021 15:36 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  It's exciting to see people embrace the front yard garden trend and move away from the traditional lawn. Read More
  
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• CPP premiums set to rise in January, a bigger jump than planned

  30-12-2021 15:36 via cbc.ca
  
  CPP contributions are jumping higher than expected in 2022. That's because Canada's average income rose — the pandemic leaving many lower-wage workers out of the economy.
  
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• Sask. premier to provide COVID-19 update Thursday morning

  30-12-2021 15:20 via cbc.ca
  
  It's not clear if there will be any new restrictions added to deal with the rising tide of Omicron cases.
  
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• Sask. premier provides COVID-19 update, no new gathering limits instituted

  30-12-2021 15:20 via cbc.ca
  
  Scott Moe said at this point there will be no new restrictions added to deal with the rising tide of Omicron cases.
  
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• Sask. premier announces reduced testing and isolation recommendations, no new gathering limits

  30-12-2021 15:20 via cbc.ca
  
  The province is reducing the isolation time for asymptomatic, vaccinated people who test positive for COVID-19 to five days from 10.
  
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• 16 cold weather records set in Saskatchewan

  30-12-2021 15:12 via cbc.ca
  
  Regina broke a cold weather record this week that was set when John A. Macdonald was still in office.
  
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• Saskatoon's Mayor Says COVID-19 The Biggest Challenge Of 2021 - CJWW

  30-12-2021 14:40 via cjwwradio.com
  
  Saskatoon's Mayor Says COVID-19 The Biggest Challenge Of 2021  CJWW
  
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• Tank: Saskatoon people got one decision they clearly wanted this year - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  30-12-2021 14:06 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Tank: Saskatoon people got one decision they clearly wanted this year  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Tank: Saskatoon people got one decision they clearly wanted this year

  30-12-2021 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Searching for a cause for celebration in Saskatoon this year proved difficult, but one example springs to mind. Read More
  
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• Letters: The arts can benefit downtown businesses

  30-12-2021 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Artists can't afford commercial space downtown Read More
  
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• 'I've always been able to see music:' Saskatoon prof. animates January SJO concert

  30-12-2021 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Allyson Glenn sees music. Read More
  
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• Throwback Thursday: Gas price war

  30-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Every Thursday, we feature an image from the StarPhoenix archives. Today, we see a motorist taking advantage of a gas war that saw the price drop to 22.9 cents a gallon, from Dec. 30, 1964. (City of Saskatoon Archives StarPhoenix Collection S-SP-A19552-3, photo by Glen Berger) Read More
  
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• Sask. reducing COVID-19 self-isolation period to five days for fully vaccinated residents

  30-12-2021 13:00
  
  The Government of Saskatchewan is reducing the self-isolation period for fully vaccinated individuals that have tested positive for COVID-19, from 10 days to five.
  
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• Sask. parents eager for newborn to meet grandmother after Canada's African travel ban scuttled earlier plans

  30-12-2021 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Tomi and Seun Ogeye were bubbling with joy after the birth of their first child, but soon had to face the reality of taking care of him without the family support they badly needed.
  
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• Q and A: Stoicheff praises U of S community after challenging 2021

  30-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  University of Saskatchewan president Peter Stoicheff has had to guide the university through a difficult 2021, but says he's proud of the way it has risen to the challenges with the help of its community partners. Read More
  
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• In photos: Michelle Berg's best shots of 2021

  30-12-2021 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  In the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, StarPhoenix photojournalists captured moments of brightness, sorrow and daily life in and around Saskatoon during uncertain times. Read More
  
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• FSIN chief reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic, unmarked graves and other events of 2021

  30-12-2021 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Chief Bobby Cameron said 2021 has been a year like no other as First Nations people cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, the trauma of unmarked grave revelations and other issues.
  
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• Extended Cold Causes Delays for Saskatoon Transit - Saskatoon.ca |

  30-12-2021 09:00 via saskatoon.ca
  
  Extended Cold Causes Delays for Saskatoon Transit  Saskatoon.ca |
  
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• 2022 Civic Rates & Fees - Saskatoon.ca |

  30-12-2021 09:00 via saskatoon.ca
  
  2022 Civic Rates & Fees  Saskatoon.ca |
  
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