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• Three deaths connected to 'crystal-like' fentanyl in Kindersley

  14-07-2023 23:34
  
  Kindersley RCMP say three deaths in the community have been linked to fentanyl, in a "crystal-like" form, according to police.
  
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• Saskatchewan society says stricter bail reform will perpetuate generational trauma

  14-07-2023 23:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  The call for action comes after Canada's premiers wrapped up a three-day meeting in Winnipeg where they discussed stricter bail reforms for the country amongst other things.
  
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• The 27 best restaurants in Saskatoon for your next celebration - msnNOW

  14-07-2023 23:29
  
  The 27 best restaurants in Saskatoon for your next celebration  msnNOW
  
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• Man charged in alleged extortion case against Sask. MLA Gary Grewal

  14-07-2023 23:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  MLA Gary Grewal confirmed to media in an email that he was the victim of the charges laid by Regina Police against 36-year-old Harpinder Singh Bajwa Friday. 
  
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• Sask. government will work to find new home for CNIB, premier says

  14-07-2023 23:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Scott Moe says the provincial government will work to find a new home for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) in Regina.
  
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• Heavy smoke fills the air at Country Thunder

  14-07-2023 23:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Environment Canada air-quality alerts remain in effect across southern Saskatchewan due to smoke from forest fires. Country Thunder festival goers are advised to take care.
  
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• Food inflation eating up profits at Saskatoon sandwich shops - Global News

  14-07-2023 22:36
  Food inflation eating up profits at Saskatoon sandwich shops  Global News
  
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• Food inflation eating up profits at Saskatoon sandwich shops

  14-07-2023 22:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Shop owner Bill Matthews said the price of a head of lettuce jumped to $5 from $1. "I use a lot of beef brisket and that went from about $12 right up to $18."
  
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• Weekend Road Report - July 15-16, 2023 - Saskatoon.ca |

  14-07-2023 22:35
  
  Weekend Road Report - July 15-16, 2023  Saskatoon.ca |
  
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• Steak is at stake: beef prices set to rise as cattle producers struggle

  14-07-2023 22:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  Cattle producers in Saskatchewan and Alberta are struggling with drought conditions and increased feed costs. Experts say beef prices are likely to rise as a result.
  
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• Saskatoon's Josh Nagy captures his first Saskatchewan Amateur men's golf title - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  14-07-2023 21:30
  Saskatoon's Josh Nagy captures his first Saskatchewan Amateur men's golf title  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Saskatoon's Josh Nagy captures his first Saskatchewan Amateur men's golf title

  14-07-2023 21:29 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Josh Nagy's putter heated up in time for him to become the 2023 Saskatchewan Amateur men's golf champion. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Chamber suggests global spending cut for city council budget shortfall - Global News

  14-07-2023 21:18
  Saskatoon Chamber suggests global spending cut for city council budget shortfall  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon Chamber suggests global spending cut for city council budget shortfall

  14-07-2023 21:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Jason Aebig said Saskatoon will need to scale back plans, reduce staffing levels and innovate to deliver with less in order to overcome forecast budget shortfall.
  
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• As talks about new arena continue, SaskTel Centre hosting open house

  14-07-2023 21:12 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Calling it a chance for Saskatoon citizens to take part in a "no-holds-barred" tour, SaskTel Centre is hosting a behind-the-scenes open house of the decades-old venue. Read More
  
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• They have a name and a coach; now, the Saskatoon Berries wait for the 2024 baseball season - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  14-07-2023 20:49
  They have a name and a coach; now, the Saskatoon Berries wait for the 2024 baseball season  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• They have a name and a coach; now, the Saskatoon Berries wait for the 2024 baseball season

  14-07-2023 20:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon's latest baseball team has a tasty new nickname, chock full of vitamins. Read More
  
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• RCMP issues new warning about fentanyl after three men die in Kindersley area since May

  14-07-2023 20:40 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  RCMP are issuing a warning to the public about fentanyl, which is suspected in three fatal and four non-fatal overdoses in the Kindersley area since April. Read More
  
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• Regina's IMAX is one of the only places on Earth to see 'Oppenheimer' in its full glory

  14-07-2023 20:15
  
  Regina's Kramer IMAX theatre is now open to the public after it was closed for extensive renovations since March — just in time for one of the biggest movie events of the year.
  
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• Wildfire smoke raises health concerns, expert says as parts of Sask. hit highest air quality index level

  14-07-2023 19:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Estevan, Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current are reporting conditions that rated as "very high" on Environment and Climate Change Canada's air quality health index.
  
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• Air quality reaches 'very high risk' throughout southern Saskatchewan

  14-07-2023 19:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Estevan, Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current are reporting conditions that rated as "10+" or "very high risk" on Environment and Climate Change Canada's air quality health index.
  
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• Air quality rated 'very high risk' throughout southern Saskatchewan

  14-07-2023 19:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Estevan, Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current are reporting conditions that rated as "10+" or "very high risk" on Environment and Climate Change Canada's air quality health index.
  
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• Saskatoon man is third person charged with killing of Taya Sinclair in Prince Albert - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  14-07-2023 19:02
  Saskatoon man is third person charged with killing of Taya Sinclair in Prince Albert  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Saskatoon man is third person charged with killing of Taya Sinclair in Prince Albert

  14-07-2023 19:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A 55-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in the 2022 death of 24-year-old Saskatoon mother Taya Rae Anne Sinclair. Read More
  
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• Restrictions Lifted - East Side of Broadway Bridge

  14-07-2023 18:55 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Pedestrian traffic restrictions have been lifted on the east side of the Broadway Bridge following a police investigation.  The SPS would like to thank the public for their cooperation.(Occurrence Number: 23-91592)
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Friday, July 14 - Global News

  14-07-2023 18:10
  Saskatoon morning news rewind: Friday, July 14  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Friday, July 14

  14-07-2023 18:10 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Friday, July 14.
  
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• Wildfire smoke prompts new air quality alert in Saskatchewan

  14-07-2023 17:54 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Environment and Climate Change Canada says poor air quality due to wildfire smoke is expected to last at least throughout the day Friday. Read More
  
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• Air quality alerts remain as wildfire smoke fills Saskatchewan skies

  14-07-2023 17:54 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Environment and Climate Change Canada said on Saturday that the dense plume of near surface smoke remains over southern Saskatchewan originating from wildfires in Alberta and British Columbia and a shift to more westerly winds will see air quality deteriorate across the province. Read More
  
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• Pedestrian Traffic Restrictions - East Side of Broadway Bridge

  14-07-2023 16:24 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Pedestrians are being asked to avoid the area around the east side of the Broadway Bridge this morning.  Saskatoon Police are currently at the scene of an incident at that location.  There is no risk to the public.  An update will be provided when more information is available.(Occurrence Number: 23-91592)
  
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• Facing crisis over detaining high-risk migrants, CBSA official says prison contracts cancelled over 'poor understanding'

  14-07-2023 16:16 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  OTTAWA — The head of intelligence and enforcement at Canada's border agency says critics have a "poor understanding" of the immigrant detention system, as the agency scrambles to find new places for high-risk migrants amid a backlash from provinces over detention practices. Read More
  
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• Canada's emergency visa applications for Ukrainians fleeing war to end Saturday

  14-07-2023 16:15 via cbc.ca
  
  Canada is expected to close applications for temporary emergency visas offered to Ukrainians fleeing Russian aggression Saturday — but hasn't announced whether it plans to offer long-term refuge.
  
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• Doctor reminding Sask. Country Thunder patrons to watch for smoke and heat exposure

  14-07-2023 16:02
  
  With Country Thunder Saskatchewan upon us once again this weekend venue goers are being reminded to watch for heat and smoke related symptoms.
  
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• Opinion: Remote work and AI mean a rethink of downtowns in Sask.

  14-07-2023 14:05 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Many bosses would prefer to have employees back in the office in order to collaborate and work together with the belief that they will be more productive. Many employees think they are more productive from home. Read More
  
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• Opinion: Investing in Indigenous innovation will unleash Sask. economy

  14-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  It is officially summer in Canada, a season synonymous with the canoe and the kayak. While these vessels are a vacation staple across the country, many are unaware of their deeper history. Read More
  
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• Stay within aspartame limits, Canadian Cancer Society says in wake of WHO findings

  14-07-2023 12:50
  
  The Canadian Cancer Society is recommending that people stay within existing daily limits of aspartame consumption and encouraging more studies on the artificial sweetener after the World Health Organization deemed it 'possibly carcinogenic.'
  
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• Aspartame a 'possible' carcinogen but evidence limited, WHO says

  14-07-2023 12:50
  
  The Canadian Cancer Society and Health Canada are reviewing the World Health Organization's classification of aspartame as 'possibly carcinogenic.'
  
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• Sask. Roughriders have grinded out a 3-1 record — but team isn't satisfied with play

  14-07-2023 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The word 'resilience' may be the best way to describe the 2023 Saskatchewan Roughriders so far. The Riders have been plagued with injuries all season, but pushed their record to 3-1 after a bizarre win over the Edmonton Elks in Week 5.
  
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• Renewing a mortgage this year? Here's what the latest rate hike means for you

  14-07-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Bank of Canada's unprecedented campaign of rate hikes since early 2022 have meant higher payments for many already. But with millions more set to renew soon, the pain will spread to just about everyone.
  
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• Carbon price rebate rolling out to more Canadians. How much will you get?

  14-07-2023 10:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Many more Canadians will get the tax-free payment through the Canada Revenue Agency, which is meant to offset the cost of federal pollution pricing.
  
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• Saskatoon morning weather outlook: Friday, July 14 - Global News

  14-07-2023 09:00
  Saskatoon morning weather outlook: Friday, July 14  Global News
  
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• CEBL: Nuga's clutch free-throws seals victory for Sask. Rattlers over Edmonton Stingers

  14-07-2023 06:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Rattlers 86, Stingers 85 Read More
  
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• Cornwall captures Saskatchewan Amateur women's golf title; Josh Nagy jumps into men's lead

  14-07-2023 03:23 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A new provincial women's golf champion has been crowned. Read More
  
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• Sask. air quality alerts issued due to heavy smoke from wildfires

  14-07-2023 03:02
  
  Environment Canada (EC) is warning Saskatchewan residents to limit their time outside as heavy wildfire smoke moves in from the northwest.
  
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• Air quality warnings in effect across southwestern Sask. due to heavy wildfire smoke

  14-07-2023 03:02
  
  Environment Canada (EC) is warning Saskatchewan residents to limit their time outside as heavy wildfire smoke moves in from the northwest.
  
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• Saskatoon Berries chosen as name for new Western Canadian Baseball League team

  14-07-2023 02:06 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Berries are set to hit the field running in May 2024.
  
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• Hearing underway on request from Dawn Walker's lawyers for records they argue prove Charter violations

  14-07-2023 01:39 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A hearing at Saskatoon provincial court began on Thursday to determine whether an application will be allowed from lawyers for Dawn Walker, a Saskatchewan woman accused of kidnapping a child and fleeing to the U.S., to obtain records they say will support their argument charges against her should be stayed. Read More
  
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• This hidden Saskatchewan gem is a quirky oasis of history and fun

  14-07-2023 01:14
  
  Just a few minutes drive from Davidson, about halfway between Saskatoon and Regina, there’s a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
  
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• Report blames sexual slogan from Experience Regina rebrand on junior staff member

  14-07-2023 01:06 via cbc.ca
  
  An independent review into how Regina's tourism agency handled a failed rebrand says a junior employee approved sexualized slogans before senior management could vet them.
  
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• Lingering concerns growing in Sask. as B.C. port strike reaches tentative agreement

  14-07-2023 00:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Brad Sigurdson of Saskatchewan's Mining Association said about 95 per cent of their products travel through B.C. ports; while a strike deal is good, there may be lingering effects.
  
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