Saskatoon news

• Suspicious fire started at Saskatoon commercial building Tuesday

  15-08-2023 23:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  The fire was believed to be started from three different points including the west side of the building, an air handling unit, and an accessory building. 
  
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• First year of entrance gate searches at Saskatoon Ex nets 'tremendous' amount of cannabis - CBC.ca

  15-08-2023 23:05 via news.google.com
  
  First year of entrance gate searches at Saskatoon Ex nets 'tremendous' amount of cannabis  CBC.ca
  
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• First year of entrance gate searches at Saskatoon Ex nets 'tremendous' amount of cannabis

  15-08-2023 23:05 via cbc.ca
  
  Attendance at this year's Saskatoon Ex dropped slightly, but staff confiscated a 'tremendous' amount of marijuana.
  
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• Some Saskatoon residents dealing with active wasps - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  15-08-2023 22:54 via news.google.com
  
  Some Saskatoon residents dealing with active wasps  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• 'A great feeling:' Saskatoon man honoured by Top 25 Canadian ... - CJME News Talk Sports

  15-08-2023 22:44 via news.google.com
  
  'A great feeling:' Saskatoon man honoured by Top 25 Canadian ...  CJME News Talk Sports
  
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• Sask. RCMP arrest suspect in attempted murder case

  15-08-2023 21:47
  
  Saskatchewan RCMP say they’ve arrested a 31-year-old man wanted in an attempted murder case.
  
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• 2 men from Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation arrested after search warrant executed

  15-08-2023 21:35 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police executed a search warrant at a residence on the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and arrested two men, both with outstanding warrants.
  
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• Sask. man loses bid to stop UK extradition to face historical sexual abuse charges

  15-08-2023 21:16
  
  A former Meadow Lake pastor has lost a bid to avoid extradition to the United Kingdom to face historical sexual abuse charges.
  
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• Court clears way for Sask. man's extradition to Northern Ireland to face decades-old sexual abuse charges

  15-08-2023 21:16
  
  A former Meadow Lake pastor has lost a bid to avoid extradition to the United Kingdom to face historical sexual abuse charges.
  
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• Suspicious fire near Saskatoon encampment remains under investigation - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  15-08-2023 21:13 via news.google.com
  Suspicious fire near Saskatoon encampment remains under investigation  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Suspicious fire near Saskatoon encampment remains under investigation

  15-08-2023 21:12 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  No one was reported injured after a suspicious overnight fire at a Saskatoon building in the same area as an encampment. Read More
  
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• Wes Cates says Riders need to rally around Dolegala, rethink strategy following blowout in Montreal

  15-08-2023 21:08
  
  Following a 41-12 blowout loss against the Montreal Alouettes - Rider Nation is looking for clarity on what the future might hold for the green and white this season - as their record worsens to 4-5.
  
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• 'We have nothing to lose so let's just have fun with it': Wes Cates says after latest Riders loss

  15-08-2023 21:08
  
  Following a 41-12 blowout loss against the Montreal Alouettes - Rider Nation is looking for clarity on what the future might hold for the green and white this season - as their record worsens to 4-5.
  
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• Saskatoon hits record-setting smoke hours in 2023 due to wildfires - Global News

  15-08-2023 21:08 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon hits record-setting smoke hours in 2023 due to wildfires  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon hits record-setting smoke hours in 2023 due to wildfires

  15-08-2023 21:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Environment Canada has administered air quality statements for certain parts of the province as wildfire smoke drifts from the northern Alberta, the Northwest Territories and B.C.
  
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• Saskatoon scenery could change due to Dutch elm disease, expert says

  15-08-2023 20:56
  
  An expert says the Dutch elm disease infection in Saskatoon could leave a lasting mark on the city.
  
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• Saskatoon scenery could change due to Dutch elm disease, expert ... - CTV News Saskatoon

  15-08-2023 20:56 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon scenery could change due to Dutch elm disease, expert ...  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• Planning improved capacity is 'critical' for long-term flood prevention in Sask.

  15-08-2023 20:54 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Stakeholders say Saskatchewan communities won't be able to overhaul their civic structures with provincial funds that were announced this week, but the money may help cities and towns assess how they can become better equipped to handle flooding in the future. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Ex sets new Sunday attendance record - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  15-08-2023 20:45 via news.google.com
  
  Saskatoon Ex sets new Sunday attendance record  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• 'Suspicious' warehouse blaze under investigation

  15-08-2023 20:04
  
  The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) is asking for the public’s help in determining what sparked a suspicious fire.
  
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• 'Suspicious' Saskatoon warehouse blaze under investigation

  15-08-2023 20:04
  
  The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) is asking for the public’s help in determining what sparked a suspicious fire.
  
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• Sask. rural municipality, construction firm fined for toxic waste disposal

  15-08-2023 19:58
  
  A Saskatchewan municipality, a construction company and two people are facing fines for the illegal disposal of demolition waste
  
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• Ag officials from Canada, U.S., and Mexico meet in Saskatoon this ... - 620 CKRM.com

  15-08-2023 19:54 via news.google.com
  
  Ag officials from Canada, U.S., and Mexico meet in Saskatoon this ...  620 CKRM.com
  
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• Two charged after assault on Saskatoon cab driver and teens who tried to help

  15-08-2023 19:50 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A man and a woman are facing charges after the driver of a taxi cab and two teens who tried to intervene were assaulted on Saturday night. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Folkfest to feature new pavilions and intercultural dance in 2023 - Global News

  15-08-2023 19:46 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon Folkfest to feature new pavilions and intercultural dance in 2023  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon Folkfest to feature new pavilions and intercultural dance in 2023

  15-08-2023 19:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  The festival will run on Aug. 17 and 18 from 5 p.m. to midnight and Aug. 19 from 3 p.m. to midnight and include 17 pavillions.
  
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• Sask. engineer slapped with an 18 month suspension after designing bridge that collapsed hours after opening

  15-08-2023 19:46 via cbc.ca
  
  The engineer's suspension ends this December because it is backdated to when he was first ordered to pause his work as a professional engineer in the province.
  
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• Here are the groceries that cost more in July

  15-08-2023 18:22
  
  Overall grocery prices saw a slowdown from June to July, the newest Consumer Price Index report shows, but some products were still more expensive than they were earlier this year.
  
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• Canadians paid more for some groceries in July. Here are the items that cost extra

  15-08-2023 18:22
  
  Overall grocery prices saw a slowdown from June to July, the newest Consumer Price Index report shows, but some products were still more expensive than they were earlier this year.
  
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• Traffic Restrictions - 22nd Street and Avenue H

  15-08-2023 17:22 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Motorists are advised of traffic restrictions on 22nd Street and Avenue H, after a minor traffic collision resulted in damage to traffic signals. City of Saskatoon staff are on scene and barricades are in place. Restrictions are expected to be in place for several hours. (Occurrence Number: 23-107831)
  
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• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Tuesday, Aug. 15

  15-08-2023 17:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Tuesday, Aug. 15.
  
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• Bobby Baun, who scored OT goal on broken leg to win 1964 Stanley Cup, dead at 86

  15-08-2023 17:03 via cbc.ca
  
  Bobby Baun, a hard-nosed defenceman who entered hockey lore by helping the Toronto Maple Leafs to the 1964 Stanley Cup on a broken leg, has died at the age of 86.
  
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• Arrest - Evade Police - 29th Street West and Avenue H North

  15-08-2023 16:57 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A woman was arrested and is facing charges after fleeing from police earlier this morning. At approximately 2:15 a.m., August 15, 2023, patrol officers observed a vehicle pull up to a four-way stop at the intersection of 29th Street West and Avenue H North. After having seen the patrol vehicle, the suspect vehicle did not advance through the intersection, instead reversing in the direction it had come from. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop after witnessing this behaviour, howeve
  
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• Avril Lavigne will get a star on Canada's Walk of Fame

  15-08-2023 16:46 via cbc.ca
  
  The Walk of Fame is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and says the singer-songwriter who rose to fame with hits such as Complicated and Sk8er Boi will be one of the notable Canadians it honours.
  
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• Shania Twain will return to Las Vegas with 2024 Come on Over residency

  15-08-2023 16:08 via cbc.ca
  
  This marks the Canadian singer's 3rd Las Vegas residency, kicking off 6 months after she finishes her Queen of Me tour.
  
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• Saskatoon Tuesday budget meeting could see range of cuts to services - Global News

  15-08-2023 15:44 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon Tuesday budget meeting could see range of cuts to services  Global News
  
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• Saskatoon Tuesday budget meeting could see range of cuts to services

  15-08-2023 15:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  City administration noted that estimates are being further refined regarding the budgetary gap, which now sits at $26,161,450 in 2024 and $19,328,650 in 2025.
  
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• Treating kids with purposeful fun and games at Kids Physio Group Saskatoon - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  15-08-2023 15:04 via news.google.com
  Treating kids with purposeful fun and games at Kids Physio Group Saskatoon  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Treating kids with purposeful fun and games at Kids Physio Group Saskatoon

  15-08-2023 15:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Businesses and non-profit organizations regularly open and move in Saskatoon. Today the StarPhoenix talks to Dawn Anderson, who opened Kids Physio Group Saskatoon downtown at the beginning of August. Read More
  
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• Some Saskatoon neighbourhoods seeing more air traffic with airport ... - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  15-08-2023 14:31 via news.google.com
  
  Some Saskatoon neighbourhoods seeing more air traffic with airport ...  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• 'Women for women': Saskatoon portrait project shares stories of Afghan women - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  15-08-2023 14:04 via news.google.com
  'Women for women': Saskatoon portrait project shares stories of Afghan women  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• Phil Tank: All signs point to a delay in downtown Saskatoon arena plan - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  15-08-2023 14:04 via news.google.com
  Phil Tank: All signs point to a delay in downtown Saskatoon arena plan  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• 'Women for women': Saskatoon portrait project shares stories of Afghan women

  15-08-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Two years after Kabul was captured by the Taliban, Maliha Kazimi wants to make sure the world doesn't forget about the lives of Afghan women. Read More
  
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• Phil Tank: All signs point to a delay in downtown Saskatoon arena plan

  15-08-2023 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Planning an arena district worth hundreds of millions of dollars while grappling with a budget shortfall of tens of millions presents a problem with optics. Read More
  
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• Canada's inflation rate rose to 3.3% in July, StatCan reports

  15-08-2023 12:45
  
  Statistics Canada says the country's annual inflation rate rose to 3.3 per cent in July, marking an increase in the pace of price growth since June.
  
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• As inflation jumps to 3.3 per cent in July, economists say uptick is bad news for BoC

  15-08-2023 12:45
  
  Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 3.3 per cent in July, as economists warn the latest consumer price index report spells bad news for the Bank of Canada. The uptick in price growth comes after inflation tumbled to 2.8 per cent in June, falling within the Bank of Canada's target range.
  
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• Sask. to review employment standards. How could that affect working from home?

  15-08-2023 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan Government has put out a request for the public's feedback on its Employment Act — including asking about the Right to Disconnect, a relatively recent regulation used in Ontario and Europe that puts a policy on how available workers can be outside of the office.
  
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• Sask. city drops 'handicapped' term from parking signs, councillor hopes other communities will do the same

  15-08-2023 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A Saskatchewan city councillor says a small change to their parking signs is making a big impact.
  
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• Sask. lacrosse girls breaking new ground at national championship tournament

  15-08-2023 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Canadian minor box lacrosse championships are underway in Regina this week and for the first time girls aged 11 and 12 have been invited to compete.
  
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• Will electrifying cars and home heating break Canada's grid?

  15-08-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The government is encouraging Canadians to switch to EVs and heat pumps to fight climate change. But many CBC News readers have asked: won’t electrifying everything break the grid and drive up energy costs? Here’s what electricity operators and those researching the transition say.
  
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