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• Semi rolls over, spills contents on Idylwyld Drive in Saskatoon's north end

  20-07-2023 23:57 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A semi-trailer that was hauling concrete or asphalt rolled over on Idylwyld Drive North at the overpass at Avenue C on Thursday, Saskatoon police say. Read More
  
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• Altercation - 400 block Fairmont Drive

  20-07-2023 23:47 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are investigating an altercation which took place earlier today.At approximately 2:10 p.m. July 20, 2023, Police received a report of men involved in a physical altercation in the 400 block of Fairmont Drive.  One caller reported seeing a male armed with a knife.  Upon arrival, officers located two male suspects and took them into custody.  They were not able to locate a victim.  They are continuing to investigate. (Occurrence Number: 23-95065)
  
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• Semi-trailer rollover on Idylwyld Drive North, northbound lanes closed

  20-07-2023 23:35 via globalnews.ca
  
  The northbound lanes will remain closed until the spill is cleaned up. 
  
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• Police watchdog says tests ordered in Pelican Narrows RCMP in-custody death investigation

  20-07-2023 23:35 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team says the Saskatchewan Coroners Service will conduct an investigation into the cause of a 34-year-old man's death in custody at the Pelican Narrows RCMP detachment on Sunday. Read More
  
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• 34-year-old man dead in custody at Pelican Narrows RCMP Detachment

  20-07-2023 23:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  The day after his arrest, police say the man went into medical distress in his cell, in which investigators later found remnants of an unknown white powder. 
  
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• Arrests - Armed Abduction / Unlawful Confinement - 800 Block 22nd Street West

  20-07-2023 23:02 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Six people were taken into custody after police received an anonymous call reporting a person armed with a gun in a vehicle.At around 6:40 a.m. on July 19, 2023, police received an anonymous call reporting a person to have gotten into a vehicle armed with a gun. Patrol officers quickly located the vehicle of interest in the 800 block of 22nd Street West where a high-risk vehicle stop was conducted; six occupants were ordered out and taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle re
  
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• Firearms, power tools seized after Prince Albert, Sask. police traffic stop

  20-07-2023 22:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officers said the traffic stop led to an investigation of a residence in the 500 block of 10th Street East where a search warrant was executed.
  
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• Traffic Advisory - Semi Trailer Roll-Over - Idylwyld Drive Northbound at Ave. C Overpass

  20-07-2023 22:58 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Motorists are being asked to avoid the northbound lanes of Idylwyld Drive North at the overpass at Avenue C.  A semi-trailer hauling crushed concrete or asphalt has rolled and spilled it's contents.  The closure will remain in effect until the scene can be cleaned-up.Southbound traffic is not affected.   (Occurrence Number: 23-95073)
  
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• Overdose outreach team pilot project in Regina and Saskatoon extended for 6 more months

  20-07-2023 22:54 via cbc.ca
  
  Overdose outreach teams work to connect people who have recently overdosed with supports such as mental health and addiction, housing, medical and financial services.
  
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• 'This is an aggressive offer': Prince Albert city workers vote in favour of strike over wages

  20-07-2023 22:43
  
  City workers in Prince Albert could be walking off the job, with contract negotiations at a stalemate over wages and holiday pay.
  
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• City council reviewing Saskatoon’s budget to stem property tax increase before November - Global News

  20-07-2023 22:36 via news.google.com
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• Saskatchewan Roughriders announce Plaza of Honour inductees: 1st woman, 2013 Grey Cup team

  20-07-2023 22:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  The annual SaskTel Plaza of Honour has inducted 138 individuals who have made major contributions to the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
  
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• ‘The appetite is global’: Saskatchewan getting taste of growing ESports industry

  20-07-2023 21:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  Shaye Ruecker started the Saskatchewan ESports Association in September of 2022 as a non-profit after realizing the province was one of the last to enter the industry.
  
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• Cycling Canada says athletes can compete as chosen gender in non-UCI events

  20-07-2023 21:28 via cbc.ca
  
  Cycling Canada says athletes will be able to compete according to their currently identified gender for the rest of the year in Canadian competitions that are not sanctioned by the world cycling governing body.
  
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• Nearly 20 Saskatchewan RMs declare states of emergency as drought conditions worsen

  20-07-2023 21:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The crop report for the period of July 11 to 17 said hay producers aren't expecting a second cut and livestock owners are concerned about feeding herds through the winter.
  
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• Drought conditions continue in Saskatchewan: Crop report

  20-07-2023 21:22 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Despite some scattered rain showers across the province, it has been another hot, dry week for farmers in Saskatchewan. Read More
  
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• City of Saskatoon revises budget shortfall numbers ahead of Tuesday meeting - Global News

  20-07-2023 20:40 via news.google.com
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• City of Saskatoon revises budget shortfall numbers ahead of Tuesday meeting

  20-07-2023 20:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  An updated assessment, which will be discussed at next week's meeting, now has Saskatoon's budgetary gap sitting at $50.9 million next year and $21.7 million the following year.
  
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• Review: SOTS's Romeo and Juliet puts fate in the spotlight

  20-07-2023 20:37 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  We all know the story. After 400 years, Romeo and Juliet has firmly established its place as one of Shakespeare's most popular plays. Read More
  
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• Independent scientist resigns from pesticide regulator over transparency concerns

  20-07-2023 20:24 via cbc.ca
  
  Scientists who advise Ottawa’s pesticide regulator say it could be exposing Canadians to chemicals at unsafe levels — and one has resigned from the agency, citing concerns about transparency.
  
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• Riders induct 2013 Grey Cup team, first female board member into Plaza of Honour

  20-07-2023 20:12
  
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders have inducted builder Wendy Kelly and the 2013 Grey Cup team into the club's Plaza of Honour.
  
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• So it comes down to this: Rattlers to face Calgary Surge in final home-and-home set

  20-07-2023 20:01 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Rattlers are ready to make one final playoff push. Read More
  
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• Three teen boys arrested following Saskatoon police weapons seizure - CTV News Saskatoon

  20-07-2023 19:55 via news.google.com
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• Three teen boys arrested following Saskatoon police weapons seizure

  20-07-2023 19:55
  
  Three teenagers were charged on Wednesday following an investigation by the guns and gangs unit.
  
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• Saskatoon real estate: Condo owners need $190k to buy house ... - CTV News Saskatoon

  20-07-2023 19:31 via news.google.com
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• Saskatoon condo owners need $190K to jump into single home property, study finds

  20-07-2023 19:31
  
  There is a nearly 90 per cent cost difference between buying a home and a condo in Saskatoon, a recent study found.
  
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• Saskatoon city council to consider potential cuts to address budget shortfall next week - CBC.ca

  20-07-2023 19:23 via news.google.com
  
  Saskatoon city council to consider potential cuts to address budget shortfall next week  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon city council to consider potential cuts to address budget shortfall next week

  20-07-2023 19:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon's city councillors and mayor are set to get into the thick of budget shortfall discussions on Tuesday.
  
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• Regina Humane Society receives $1.1 million donation to help animals for years to come

  20-07-2023 19:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  The funds will go directly to the building of the humane society's new facility, The Animal Community Centre.
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, July 20 - Global News

  20-07-2023 17:46 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, July 20  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, July 20

  20-07-2023 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Thursday, July 20.
  
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• One Day in Saskatoon: Sam Corbett of NUTANA and The Sheepdogs - Eat North

  20-07-2023 17:38 via news.google.com
  
  One Day in Saskatoon: Sam Corbett of NUTANA and The Sheepdogs  Eat North
  
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• Arrests - Weapons, Warrants - 300 Block Avenue G South

  20-07-2023 17:25 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Members of the Guns and Gangs Unit arrested four individuals yesterday after receiving information that some may be in possession of firearms.On July 19, 2023, the Guns and Gangs Unit conducted surveillance on an address in the 300 block of Avenue G South where the individuals were believed to be inside; during which, three males and a female were observed exiting. All were arrested without incident and upon search of their persons, two 17-year-old males were found to be in possession of loaded
  
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• Saskatoon para swimmer aims to set another world record in ... - CJME News Talk Sports

  20-07-2023 16:52 via news.google.com
  
  Saskatoon para swimmer aims to set another world record in ...  CJME News Talk Sports
  
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• Saskatoon morning weather outlook: Thursday, July 20 - Global News

  20-07-2023 15:55 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon morning weather outlook: Thursday, July 20  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon police asking for help in finding missing 12-year-old girl - CBC.ca

  20-07-2023 15:51 via news.google.com
  
  Saskatoon police asking for help in finding missing 12-year-old girl  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon police asking for help in finding missing 12-year-old girl

  20-07-2023 15:51 via cbc.ca
  
  Selena Herman was last seen in the 100 block of Avenue G North on Monday at about 3:15 p.m CST according to a Saskatoon Police Service news release. She was wearing a brown sweater, light brown pants and sandals.
  
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• Kohlman: Screaming for homemade ice cream? Here's a recipe for you

  20-07-2023 15:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Ah, summertime. There’s nothing quite like it, is there? Read More
  
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• 'Truly remarkable kids:' Saskatoon Children's Choir wins top prize at international festival - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  20-07-2023 14:07 via news.google.com
  'Truly remarkable kids:' Saskatoon Children's Choir wins top prize at international festival  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• 'Truly remarkable kids:' Saskatoon Children's Choir wins top prize at international festival

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  When Phoebe Voigts founded the Saskatoon Children's Choir in 1996, she just wanted a place for her children and nieces to sing Bach. Read More
  
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• Throwback Thursday: Alexandra School demolition in 1984

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
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• Steven Lewis: Billionaires who want to improve Canadians' health should donate smarter

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Canada has between 60 and 70 billionaires, depending on who’s counting. The top 10 alone are worth about $160 billion — roughly the GDP of Kenya, population 57 million, or Saskatchewan and Manitoba combined. Read More
  
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• Phil Tank: Tax-hiking Saskatchewan Party regime needs harsher scrutiny

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  If you live outside Saskatoon, you may be ignoring the city's budget crisis. Read More
  
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• Multimedia and whimsy highlight matriarchal impact through history in Remai Modern exhibition

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The largest North American exhibition of works by acclaimed French artist Laure Prouvost is on display at Remai Modern. Read More
  
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• Letters: Arena opposition, retail self-help and StarPhoenix delivery

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Arena opposition is small thinking Read More
  
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• Deal reached between Saskatchewan Cree nation, Vancouver-based miner

  20-07-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A new copper and zinc mining project is due to get underway under what has been called a historic deal between First Nations in Saskatchewan and a subdivision of a Vancouver-based mining company. Read More
  
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• Northern Sask. teachers urged not to accept contracts as division remains 'in dispute' with STF

  20-07-2023 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Northern Lights School Division continues to have ‘in dispute’ status with the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation, after allegations that the division's director of education shared terms of a potential deal to staff that weren't yet discussed at the bargaining table.
  
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• What is NIMBYism and how is it affecting how much housing is getting built?

  20-07-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  While the Not In My Backyard phenomenon existed long before the current housing shortage in Canada became pronounced, experts say counteracting it is more important now than ever before
  
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• How the Barbie movie marketing machine tapped into a cultural zeitgeist

  20-07-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Barbie movie arrives in theatres on Friday, but a tidal wave of hot pink has preceded it, thanks to a supercharged marketing campaign that lends a whole new meaning to rose-coloured glasses.
  
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• How do your federal carbon tax costs compare to your rebates? This tool helps you calculate that

  20-07-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  This interactive tool helps you get a better sense of how the federal carbon tax is affecting your household finances if you live in one of the provinces where it applies.
  
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