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• 'The whole family is devastated': Sask. family saddened by not guilty verdict for the man accused in their loved one's death

  17-04-2023 23:42
  
  The family of a La Ronge man killed in 2020 is devastated after the man accused in his death was found not guilty at the Prince Albert Court of King’s Bench on Monday.
  
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• Sask. man found not guilty in death at La Ronge family wake

  17-04-2023 23:42
  
  The family of a La Ronge man killed in 2020 is devastated after the man accused in his death was found not guilty at the Prince Albert Court of King’s Bench on Monday.
  
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• Moe touts budget at SUMA convention in Saskatoon - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  17-04-2023 23:34
  Moe touts budget at SUMA convention in Saskatoon  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Moe touts budget at SUMA convention in Saskatoon

  17-04-2023 23:29 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Premier Scott Moe's address to delegates at the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) convention opened with a focus his government's narrative about the province's capacity to provide resources to international markets during "a swirl of uncertainty" around the world, referencing the effects of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Read More
  
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• 'It's humbling': Former Farmgate host Kevin Hursh inducted in Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame

  17-04-2023 23:20
  
  On Saturday former CTV employee and host of Farmgate Kevin Hursh was inducted into the Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame.
  
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• Missing Youth Located - 40 block McDougall Cr.

  17-04-2023 22:57 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two 12-year-old kids located unharmed last night, following a concerning Police report.On April, 16, 2023, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Communications received a report of two missing 12-year-olds from the 300 block of Johnson Crescent.The complainant stated that, prior to losing contact with the male youth, a text was received from him explaining that he and his friend were being followed.Investigators with the Missing Person Unit and the Major Crime Section were called out. At approximately 1:
  
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• ‘Have your winter gear ready’: Snowstorm coming to Saskatchewan

  17-04-2023 22:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Travel conditions around the province are expected to be poor with a system of rain, snow and high winds sweeping across the province this week.
  
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• Heralds of spring in Saskatoon: the pelicans have arrived - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  17-04-2023 22:28
  Heralds of spring in Saskatoon: the pelicans have arrived  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Heralds of spring in Saskatoon: the pelicans have arrived

  17-04-2023 22:25 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A Saskatoon Nature Society volunteer has confirmed the arrival of pelicans in Saskatoon. Read More
  
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• Sam Corbett of The Sheepdogs says cancer and fatherhood spurred solo album

  17-04-2023 22:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  In 2018, Corbett was diagnosed with testicular cancer. He was touring with the Sheepdogs at the time and his wife was about four or five months pregnant.
  
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• Saskatchewan, New Brunswick announce nuclear power partnership

  17-04-2023 21:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatchewan and New Brunswick have officially entered a formal partnership on small modular reactor (SMR) development.
  
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• 'Significant spring storm' on the way for southern Saskatchewan: Environment Canada

  17-04-2023 21:40 via cbc.ca
  
  A mix of rain and heavy snow is expected to hit southern Saskatchewan Tuesday night through until Thursday, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.
  
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• 'Significant spring storm' on the way for much of Saskatchewan: Environment Canada

  17-04-2023 21:40 via cbc.ca
  
  A mix of rain and heavy snow is expected to hit south and central Saskatchewan Tuesday night through until Thursday, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.
  
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• Winnipeg playwright's unique voice comes to Sask. through Persephone's IBPOC play commission

  17-04-2023 21:06 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Through a commitment to support diverse perspectives in theatre, Persephone Theatre's IBPOC New Play Commission gives opportunities to Canadian artists who identify as Indigenous, Black or People of Colour (IBPOC) to tell their stories on the Saskatoon stage. Read More
  
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• Urban camp replacement opens in Saskatoon - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  17-04-2023 20:47
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• Urban camp replacement opens in Saskatoon

  17-04-2023 20:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Three years in the making, the new urban camp at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre is officially operational. Read More
  
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• Premier Scott Moe takes to SUMA convention to talk about defending natural resources

  17-04-2023 20:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Premier Scott Moe said he's willing to work with the federal government when it's in the best interest of Saskatchewan residents.
  
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• Fast-moving grass fire north of Saskatoon blankets Highway 12 in smoke

  17-04-2023 20:38
  
  Emergency crews were on the scene of a large and fast-moving grass fire in the RM of Corman Park Monday morning.
  
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• Fast-moving grass fire north of Saskatoon blankets Highway 12 in ... - CTV News Saskatoon

  17-04-2023 20:38
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• Fast-moving grass fire north of Saskatoon blanketing Highway 12 in smoke

  17-04-2023 20:38
  
  Emergency crews are on the scene of a large and fast-moving grass fire in the RM of Corman Park, Warman RCMP said.
  
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• Grizzly bears emerge from hibernation at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo - Global News

  17-04-2023 20:34
  Grizzly bears emerge from hibernation at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo  Global News
  
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• Grizzly bears emerge from hibernation at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo

  17-04-2023 20:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  Bears in the province are emerging from hibernation including two grizzly bears at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo who are now awake.
  
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• Prairie farmers hope for 'normal' season after volatile couple of years

  17-04-2023 20:23 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  On one hand, crop prices remain high from a historical perspective — though not as high as last year — and Canadian farmers are eager to meet the growing global demand for food. Read More
  
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• New Saskatoon Urban Camp can house 50 low-security offenders

  17-04-2023 20:20
  
  A new low-security unit is open at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre.
  
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• Saskatoon man arrested after pulling gun on off-duty cop with 6-year old in the back - Global News

  17-04-2023 20:14
  
  Saskatoon man arrested after pulling gun on off-duty cop with 6-year old in the back  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon man arrested after pulling gun on off-duty cop with 6-year old in the back

  17-04-2023 20:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Saskatoon man was arrested Friday night after pointing a gun at an off-duty SPS officer. A 6-year-old boy was found in the back.
  
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• SaskPower adjusts rates for seasonal customers

  17-04-2023 20:08 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Seasonal power users — like ice rinks, campgrounds, ski hills and farms — can run up big power bills during their busiest months. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon driver with 6-year-old in back seat pointed pellet gun at officer, police say

  17-04-2023 19:52
  
  Two people were arrested on Friday night after a driver pointed a pellet gun at an off-duty officer on Friday, according to police.
  
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• Prairie farmers hope for better season after years of volatility

  17-04-2023 19:25 via cbc.ca
  
  After two years wracked by drought and inflation, prairie farmers are holding out hope for a less volatile season.
  
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• Point Firearm/Off-Duty SPS Officer - Melrose Ave. & Taylor St. E

  17-04-2023 19:12 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two people were arrested Friday night after a gun was pointed at an SPS officer.On April 14, 2023, at 8:35 p.m., an off-duty officer was driving in the area of Melrose Avenue and Taylor Street East. An unknown vehicle pulled up beside the officer and the driver pointed a handgun out the window at them, before fleeing. A Traffic member observed the suspect vehicle, a 2018 black Dodge Charger, speeding and was subsequently pulled over at Ruth Street West and Herman Avenue. A high-risk traffic stop
  
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• Cirque du Soleil to bring unique show to Saskatoon for Christmas

  17-04-2023 19:11 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo promises to be the Quebec-based performance troupe's most enchanting arena production. Read More
  
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• New Saskatoon Urban Camp Opening, Update On Remand Centre ... - Government of Saskatchewan

  17-04-2023 18:32
  
  New Saskatoon Urban Camp Opening, Update On Remand Centre ...  Government of Saskatchewan
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Monday, April 17

  17-04-2023 17:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Monday, April 17.
  
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• Sask. nursing student promotes mental health awareness using applied research

  17-04-2023 17:15 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  As a young woman from a small farming community, Katherine Little knows the importance of mental health for farmers and youth. Throughout her nursing studies at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, she has witnessed the importance of mental health education. Read More
  
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• Special weather statements upgraded to winter storm watches in Sask.

  17-04-2023 15:36
  
  Environment Canada issued winter storm watches across portions of central and southern Saskatchewan Monday afternoon, upgraded from special weather statements.
  
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• 'Significant' spring storm could dump up to 20 centimetres of snow in parts of Sask.

  17-04-2023 15:36
  
  Environment Canada says a 'significant' spring snowstorm could bring upwards of 10 to 20 centimetres of snow to parts of central southern Saskatchewan Tuesday night and into Thursday.
  
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• Colorado Low prompts winter storm watches in parts of Sask.

  17-04-2023 15:36
  
  Environment Canada issued winter storm watches across portions of central and southern Saskatchewan Monday afternoon, upgraded from special weather statements.
  
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• Avenue H closed between 30th and 31st streets on Tuesday - Saskatoon.ca |

  17-04-2023 15:03
  
  Avenue H closed between 30th and 31st streets on Tuesday  Saskatoon.ca |
  
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• Letter: Ignore claims that nuclear power plants have deadly record

  17-04-2023 15:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Regarding Mr. Kossick's April 9 letter — he is against the use of nuclear power plants, describing them as "sources such as nuclear power that has its own deadly impact and is not sustainable". Unfortunately for his argument, this is simply incorrect. Read More
  
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• Peter Prebble pushes for environmental action in Sask. for nearly 50 years

  17-04-2023 14:21 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  If Peter Prebble views his role as an environmental activist in Saskatchewan as the equivalent of the coyote's endless, fruitless pursuit of the roadrunner, he never lets on. Read More
  
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• Opinion: Saskatchewan budget failed to make life more affordable

  17-04-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan government could have helped taxpayers. Read More
  
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• Opinion: Culture war against Saskatchewan religious schools must cease

  17-04-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  It’s time to stop the culture war against Saskatchewan’s religious schools. We’re all rightfully alarmed at serious allegations of abuse at Legacy Christian School and Prairie Christian Academy. Read More
  
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• Federal public servants to strike Wednesday if no deal reached, union says

  17-04-2023 13:59 via cbc.ca
  
  Public Service Alliance of Canada leadership says all workers in a legal strike position will strike Wednesday if they don't reach an agreement by 9 p.m. ET Tuesday.
  
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• Netflix apologizes, but yet to explain delay in Love Is Blind live broadcast

  17-04-2023 13:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Viewers had to wait more than an hour to watch the Season 4 reunion special of Love Is Blind that was set to stream live on Sunday in Netflix's second-ever live event on its own platform. Netflix so far has offered apologies, but no explanation as to what went wrong.
  
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• Major drop in lithium prices could mean cheaper electric vehicles

  17-04-2023 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  After a two-year rally, the price of lithium carbonate, which is an important ingredient in the batteries for electric vehicles, dropped by 65 per cent. That could lead to cheaper electric cars.
  
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• Climate change is impacting bird migration patterns. Here's what we know

  17-04-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Climate change is affecting all aspects of our land, and also what flies in our sky. Bird migration is changing as average temperatures rise. So what does that mean for our bird species?
  
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• Canadian coroners starting to reject excited delirium as cause of police-related deaths

  17-04-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A major shift is underway in the medical community's thinking about the contentious diagnosis of excited delirium, and medical examiners and coroners across Canada and the U.S. are starting to reject it as a cause of death in police-related incidents.
  
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• Canada's farming future in trouble unless 30,000 immigrants fill gap of retiring farmers, report says

  17-04-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Researchers say Canada needs 30,000 new immigrants to either start up their own farms, or take over existing ones, to avoid a looming labour crisis in the agriculture industry. Some worry, however, current programs aren't set up to attract or support that workforce.
  
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• Ukraine counteroffensive does not aim to attack Russian territory, Zelenskyy says - CBC.ca

  17-04-2023 09:00
  
  Ukraine counteroffensive does not aim to attack Russian territory, Zelenskyy says  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon driver with 6-year-old in back seat pointed pellet gun at ... - CTV News Saskatoon

  17-04-2023 09:00
  Saskatoon driver with 6-year-old in back seat pointed pellet gun at ...  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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