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• Flag raised on Parliament Hill to honour residential school survivors

  29-08-2022 23:37 via cbc.ca
  The federal government raised the Survivors' Flag on Parliament Hill today as a way to honour Indigenous people forced to attend residential schools.
  
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• Hiring spree is helping with visa, immigration delays, say federal ministers

  29-08-2022 23:23 via cbc.ca
  The federal Liberal government says hundreds of additional staff members have been added in recent months to address long wait times and backlogs at Canadian airports and passport and immigration offices.
  
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• Saskatoon software developer builds map to share Sask. health service disruptions - CBC.ca

  29-08-2022 23:14 via cbc.ca
  Saskatoon software developer builds map to share Sask. health service disruptions  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon software developer builds map to share Sask. health service disruptions

  29-08-2022 23:14 via cbc.ca
  Joel Hill said the kernel of his idea was inspired by a local doctor who had tweeted a photo of a map put together manually using pins.
  
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• Saskatoon woman accused of faking death makes first court appearance

  29-08-2022 23:10
  A woman accused of faking her own death and the death of her child and fleeing to the United States made her first appearance in Saskatoon Provincial Court on Monday morning.
  
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• More than 6 drinks a week leads to major health risks, new report suggests — especially for women

  29-08-2022 23:06 via cbc.ca
  A national advisory group has published new proposed guidelines around the number of drinks consumed each week, finding that having more than six drinks per week leads to a high risk of health issues including cancer.
  
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• More than 6 drinks a week leads to higher health risks, new report suggests — especially for women

  29-08-2022 23:06 via cbc.ca
  Having more than six drinks per week leads to an increased risk of a host of health issues, including cancer, according to new proposed guidelines published Monday. And for women who have three or more drinks per week, the risk of health issues increases more steeply compared to men.
  
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• Saskatoon police investigating shooting near St. Paul's Hospital - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  29-08-2022 22:41 via ckom.com
  Saskatoon police investigating shooting near St. Paul's Hospital  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Wastewater data says Sask. COVID-19 levels have "increased significantly"

  29-08-2022 22:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  The presence of the COVID-19 virus in three Saskatchewan cities "increased significantly" in the past week as viral load trends upward. Read More
  
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• Injured Person- 1800 block 22nd Street West

  29-08-2022 22:15 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  Saskatoon Police are investigating an incident in which a 33 year old Saskatoon woman was shot over the weekend.At approximately 11:30 p.m., August 27, 2022, Police were called to a residence in the 1800 block of 22nd Street West.  A woman was found to be suffering from a non life-threatening gun shot wound.  She was transported to hospital for treatment. The suspect had fled the scene.  It is believed the victim and suspect are known to each other.Anyone with information is
  
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• Saskatoon suspect crashes Cadillac, gets caught with drugs - SaskToday.ca

  29-08-2022 21:41 via sasktoday.ca
  Saskatoon suspect crashes Cadillac, gets caught with drugs  SaskToday.ca
  
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• COVID-19: Saskatchewan cities reach highest wastewater viral loads in nearly 4 months

  29-08-2022 21:26 via globalnews.ca
  In the weekly COVID update, data from the University of Saskatchewan shows a roughly 77 per cent increase in wastewater viral load in Saskatoon for the latest reporting period.
  
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• Hockey games on the ice in Saskatoon as S-J-H-L's La Ronge Ice Wolves complete training camp - CJWW

  29-08-2022 21:25 via cjwwradio.com
  Hockey games on the ice in Saskatoon as S-J-H-L's La Ronge Ice Wolves complete training camp  CJWW
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin byelection called for Sept. 26 - CBC.ca

  29-08-2022 21:17 via cbc.ca
  Saskatoon Meewasin byelection called for Sept. 26  CBC.ca
  
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• Lawyer for Saskatoon mother accused of parental abduction raises concerns about detention

  29-08-2022 21:02 via globalnews.ca
  A lawyer acting for the woman told court he raised concerns with the Saskatoon police chief, including that she did not have a mattress, pillow or blanket for three nights.
  
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• Canadian receiver Brayden Lenius rejoins Saskatchewan Roughriders

  29-08-2022 20:36 via globalnews.ca
  The six-foot-five, 225-pound Lenius rejoined the Riders on Monday after recently being released by the NFL's Atlanta Falcons.
  
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• Male Arrested - Evade Police/Fentanyl Methamphetamine Seized

  29-08-2022 20:10 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  A 35 year old Saskatoon man is in custody following an evade police incident Sunday evening.At approximately 10:50 p.m., August 28, 2022, Patrol officers spotted the driver of a  Cadillac Escalade acting suspiciously while in the 300 block of 4th Avenue North.  Officers attempted a traffic stop however the driver began to evade police.  The vehicle proceeded eastbound where it caused a collision (no injuries) at Hospital Drive and College Drive.  The suspect ve
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin byelection to be held on Sept. 26

  29-08-2022 19:29
  Voters in Saskatoon Meewasin will pick a new MLA on Sept. 26.
  
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• Trial date set for Sask. Mountie accused of murder

  29-08-2022 19:03
  A trial has been set for next year for a former Saskatchewan Mountie accused of killing a 26-year-old man
  
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• Saskatoon's Bannock Express finds a new permanent home - Eat North

  29-08-2022 18:58 via eatnorth.com
  Saskatoon's Bannock Express finds a new permanent home  Eat North
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin byelection set for Sept. 26 - Global News

  29-08-2022 18:39 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatoon Meewasin byelection set for Sept. 26  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin byelection set for Sept. 26

  29-08-2022 18:39 via globalnews.ca
  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced the date of the Saskatoon Meewasin byelection Monday in a press release.
  
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• COVID-19 viral loads in major Sask. cities' wastewater at highest levels in months

  29-08-2022 18:28 via cbc.ca
  University of Saskatchewan researchers studying COVID-19 viral levels in wastewater have found the levels of the virus in Saskatoon, North Battleford and Prince Albert are on the rise.
  
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• Horse racing returns to Marquis Downs for one last gallop to the finish line

  29-08-2022 18:10 via globalnews.ca
  Horse racing has returned to Marquis Downs — or Moosomin Downs, as it's called for the time being. Racing will be at the location in Saskatoon until Sept. 25.
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin byelection called for Sept. 26

  29-08-2022 17:28 via thestarphoenix.com
  A date has been set for a Saskatoon byelection observers say will be key for Saskatchewan's official opposition.  Read More
  
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• A School Zone Reminder for Motorists

  29-08-2022 17:24 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  The Saskatoon Police Service is reminding motorists that school zone speed limits will be in effect this week.Starting September 1, 2022 all school zones will have a speed limit of 30 km/h.  In addition, there are some changes beginning this year that drivers should be aware of:School zone speed limits will be in effect year-round for elementary schools, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Speed limits of 30 km/h will also be in effect for playground zones.High schools will no longer have school zone spee
  
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• Saskatoon Meewasin By-Election Called for September 26 | News and Media - Government of Saskatchewan

  29-08-2022 17:18 via saskatchewan.ca
  Saskatoon Meewasin By-Election Called for September 26 | News and Media  Government of Saskatchewan
  
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• Phil Tank: Saskatoon needs more info to make downtown arena decision

  29-08-2022 17:09 via thestarphoenix.com
  When former Saskatoon mayor Henry Dayday used to hear complaints about the remote location of what is now corporately branded as SaskTel Centre, he reminded people that it was their choice. Read More
  
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• Winnipeg Rifles knock off Saskatoon in Prairie Jr Football home opener - Global News

  29-08-2022 16:19 via globalnews.ca
  Winnipeg Rifles knock off Saskatoon in Prairie Jr Football home opener  Global News
  
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• Winnipeg Rifles knock off Saskatoon in Prairie Jr Football home opener

  29-08-2022 16:19 via globalnews.ca
  The Winnipeg Rifles led 13-10 at halftime, but then had to rally in the fourth quarter to beat Saskatoon 19-16 for their first win over the Hilltops in 16 years,
  
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• SJHL and Saskatoon Minor Hockey Form a New Partnership - Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL)

  29-08-2022 14:00 via sjhl.ca
  SJHL and Saskatoon Minor Hockey Form a New Partnership  Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL)
  
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• Supporters hold rally outside Saskatoon courthouse before Dawn Walker court appearance

  29-08-2022 13:00 via cbc.ca
  Dawn Walker, the Saskatoon woman accused of faking her and her son’s death and illegally crossing into the United States, is set to appear in court on Monday morning.
  
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• Supporters hold rally at first court appearance for Saskatoon mother accused of faking death, abducting child

  29-08-2022 13:00 via cbc.ca
  The Saskatoon woman accused of faking her and a child’s death and illegally crossing into the United States appeared in court on Monday morning.
  
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• Sask. woman facing parental abduction, public mischief charges to appear in court Monday

  29-08-2022 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Dawn Walker, the Saskatoon woman accused of faking her and her son’s death and illegally crossing into the United States, is set to appear in court on Monday morning.
  
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• FSIN 3rd vice chief becomes 1st lawyer from her First Nation

  29-08-2022 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Aly Bear, The Federation of Indigenous Sovereign Nations’ (FSIN) third vice chief, is now the first ever lawyer to hail from Whitecap Dakota First Nation.
  
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• We need rare earth elements for a greener future, but there's a catch

  29-08-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  Rare earth elements are becoming increasingly important in the switch to clean energy, but mining them brings its own environmental footprint. So how do we balance the need for mining the minerals with environmental risks associated with the operations? And where does climate change fit in?
  
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• City of Saskatoon showcases concept designs for new downtown arena-event centre - Global News

  29-08-2022 09:00 via globalnews.ca
  City of Saskatoon showcases concept designs for new downtown arena-event centre  Global News
  
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• Former Saskatoon Blades goalie steps up for Ukraine - battlefordsNOW

  29-08-2022 00:48 via battlefordsnow.com
  Former Saskatoon Blades goalie steps up for Ukraine  battlefordsNOW
  
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• Three paddlers rescued by Saskatoon Fire Department | CTV News - CTV News Saskatoon

  29-08-2022 00:08 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  Three paddlers rescued by Saskatoon Fire Department | CTV News  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Saskatoon firefighters rescue three paddlers on South Sask. River

  29-08-2022 00:08
  
  The South Saskatchewan River near Saskatoon was host to a waterborne rescue on Saturday after several paddlers became stranded on a sand bar.
  
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