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• Charges Laid - Robbery - Weapon - 2900 Block 8th Street East

  14-08-2024 23:52 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One youth male is facing multiple charges following a robbery that occurred Tuesday afternoon. Shortly before 3 p.m. on August 13, 2024, police received a report of a robbery in progress at a store in the 2900 block of 8th Street East. Further information provided stated two youth brandished a knife during the robbery. Arriving officers quickly located and arrested one of the youths and placed him under arrest. A search of his person located a prohibited knife along with alcohol b
  
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• Saskatoon councillors discuss private partner deal for downtown arena - Saskatoon Star-Phoenix

  14-08-2024 23:36 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon councillors discuss private partner deal for downtown arena  Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
  
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• WestJet says flight cancellations due to Calgary hailstorm to continue for 'foreseeable future'

  14-08-2024 23:32 via cbc.ca
  
  WestJet says it will be issuing flight cancellations 'for the foreseeable future' after planes were damaged by a Calgary hailstorm last week, upending travel plans for thousands of passengers.
  
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• Saskatoon councillors discuss private partner deal for downtown arena

  14-08-2024 23:31 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon city council got a chance to ask city staff about a private partnership deal for a proposed new downtown arena and a renovated and expanded TCU Place convention centre. Read More
  
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• Canada to begin processing rare mineral used to power electric vehicles

  14-08-2024 23:00
  
  Saskatchewan is getting $16 million from the federal government to process a rare element.
  
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• Macklin fire department offers $3,000 reward for suspected hay bale arsonist

  14-08-2024 22:49 via cbc.ca
  
  The Macklin fire department hopes a $3,000 reward can snuff out a string of hay bale fires it suspects is the work of an arsonist. The all-volunteer department responded to 13 calls about bale fires in a two-week stretch beginning July 29.
  
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• Greg Fertuck is appealing for another chance to prove he didn't murder his wife

  14-08-2024 22:35
  
  A Saskatchewan man sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife is appealing for a new trial with a judge and jury.
  
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• 'I don't deserve to live this way': Cockroach infestation worsens at Moose Jaw government housing building

  14-08-2024 22:30 via cbc.ca
  
  The NDP held a media availability on Wednesday about a growing number of residents at High Park Towers facing cockroach infestations. One senior says the pests crawl on him when he's sleeping and get into his food.
  
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• FIBA Women's 3X3 Basketball Series: DAY 2 - Saskatoon - CBC.ca

  14-08-2024 22:17 via news.google.com
  FIBA Women's 3X3 Basketball Series: DAY 2 - Saskatoon  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon Police arrest 44-year-old woman on weapons charges - CJWW

  14-08-2024 22:16 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon Police arrest 44-year-old woman on weapons charges  CJWW
  
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• Saskatoon officers attacked trying to break up group of teens - 98COOL

  14-08-2024 22:16 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon officers attacked trying to break up group of teens  98COOL
  
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• Cocaine and meth seized in large drug-bust in Saskatoon - SaskToday.ca

  14-08-2024 21:59 via news.google.com
  Cocaine and meth seized in large drug-bust in Saskatoon  SaskToday.ca
  
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• Sask. teens facing multiple charges after assaulting police

  14-08-2024 21:48
  
  Four teens face multiple charges for allegedly assaulting police officers are being involved in a group brawl in the area of Junor Avenue and Hampton Gate Tuesday evening.
  
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• Several youth charged after two officers were assaulted in Saskatoon - SaskToday.ca

  14-08-2024 21:42 via news.google.com
  Several youth charged after two officers were assaulted in Saskatoon  SaskToday.ca
  
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• Feds announce $16M for Saskatchewan Research Council's critical minerals work

  14-08-2024 21:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The federal government has announced a major financial commitment to support a rare earth processing facility in Saskatchewan. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Police investigating after man was stabbed and hit with a golf club - CJWW

  14-08-2024 21:26 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon Police investigating after man was stabbed and hit with a golf club  CJWW
  
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• Charges Laid - Weapons Offence - 300 Block of 23rd Street East

  14-08-2024 21:18 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One woman is facing weapons charges after being found in possession of a knife Monday afternoon.At approximately 2:30 p.m. on August 12, 2024 police were called to the 300 block of 23rd Street East for a report of an assault in progress.Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who told officers he was assaulted with a knife and baton. Shortly after, officers detained a woman for a weapons investigation. Upon search of her person, a foldable knife was located inside her purse. She was also fo
  
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• Industry fears 'catastrophe,' economic fallout ahead of potential rail stoppage

  14-08-2024 20:48 via cbc.ca
  
  North American industry groups and shippers are bracing for an unprecedented simultaneous stoppage at both of Canada's main railway companies that could inflict billions of dollars of economic damage.
  
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• Man stabbed, assaulted with golf club in Saskatoon - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  14-08-2024 20:26 via news.google.com
  Man stabbed, assaulted with golf club in Saskatoon  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Two Saskatoon police officers injured during brawl with children - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  14-08-2024 20:24 via news.google.com
  Two Saskatoon police officers injured during brawl with children  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Saskatoon military chaplain going the distance to raise humanitarian aid for Ukraine

  14-08-2024 20:16
  
  As Ukraine continues to defend itself against a Russian offensive that started more than two years ago, one local fundraiser is enduring a 400 kilometre trek to raise money for aid.
  
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• 'The start of something': Here's how this Sask. town is attracting new residents with a $30,000 incentive

  14-08-2024 20:10
  
  The Town of Moosomin has decided to provide a $30,000 housing incentive to any new builders in the community, and an additional $8,000 for every door after.
  
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• A Saskatoon woman who called police after stabbing a man has been arrested

  14-08-2024 20:00
  
  A 35-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly stabbing a man in Saskatoon.
  
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• PGA TOUR Americas: Elk Ridge Open features the circuit's top golfers

  14-08-2024 19:52 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  PGA Tour’s future stars will once again tee it up in Saskatchewan this week. Read More
  
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• Assault P.O. - Weapons Seized - 3000 Block McClocklin

  14-08-2024 19:50 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Several youth have been charged following an altercation that resulted in two responding police officers being assaulted in the area of Junor Avenue and Hampton Gate last night.Shortly before 9:00 p.m. on August 13, 2024, police received a report of a fight occurring in the area of Junor Avenue and Hampton Gate between approximately 15 to 20 youth. Arriving officers observed the large group of youth surrounding an injured male youth on the ground.The large group of youth refused to com
  
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• Greg Fertuck appealing 1st-degree murder conviction

  14-08-2024 19:48 via cbc.ca
  
  Convicted killer Greg Fertuck is taking his case to the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal.
  
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• Aggravated Assault - 2900 Block of 21st Street West

  14-08-2024 19:43 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police Serious Assault Unit (SAU) is investigating an aggravated assault that occurred Monday evening.On August 12, 2024 at approximately 6:00 p.m. police were called to the 2900 block of 21st Street West for a report of an injured person. Call details stated the complainant was stabbed.Upon arrival, the suspects had already fled the scene and officers located and spoke with the 59-year-old male victim; he told officers that he had been in a physical altercation with one of the sus
  
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• Aggravated Assault / Stabbing - 30 Block of Chandler Place

  14-08-2024 19:06 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One woman was arrested following a stabbing on Monday morning.On August 12, 2024 at approximately 9:10 a.m. police were called to the 30 block of Chandler Place for a report of an unknown problem. During the call a male and female were overheard arguing. Shortly after, another call came in and a female stated she had stabbed someone.Upon arrival, officers located and injured man suffering from injuries consistent with a stab wound; the man was then transported to hospital with what were believed
  
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• Sask. man loses bid to quash conviction for sexual assault of 17-year-old girl

  14-08-2024 19:00
  
  A Melfort-area man convicted of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl multiple times at a New Year’s Eve party has lost his appeal to get a new trial.
  
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• Sask. RCMP seize 26 kgs of meth, other drugs in Saskatoon bust - CBC.ca

  14-08-2024 18:44 via news.google.com
  Sask. RCMP seize 26 kgs of meth, other drugs in Saskatoon bust  CBC.ca
  
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• Sask. RCMP seize 26 kgs of meth, other drugs in Saskatoon bust

  14-08-2024 18:44 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatoon police say officers seized around 26 kilograms of methamphetamine, nine kilograms of cocaine and one kilogram of heroin in a recent bust.
  
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• Remote Sask. community gets donated ambulance

  14-08-2024 18:38
  
  Residents of Stanley Mission will soon get help to deliver better healthcare in emergencies.
  
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• Saskatchewan First Nation calls for help after community evacuated due to wildfire

  14-08-2024 18:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation leadership is asking the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency for immediate action and accountability in response to the Flanagan fire.
  
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• Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Chief calls for immediate action after wildfire forces evacuations

  14-08-2024 18:31 via cbc.ca
  
  A from Chief Peter Beatty and the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) released late Tuesday takes aim at the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, suggesting that the provincial entity is not approving the activation of hundreds of First Nations firefighters.
  
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• 'Historic moment': Sask. coach for Team Germany returns from Olympics

  14-08-2024 18:20
  
  Connor Jay is back on home court, returning from coaching on the world stage. Jay was the assistant coach for Germany's 5x5 women's basketball team at the Paris Olympics.
  
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• The CRTC is making internet companies let competitors use their fibre networks. What does it mean for Sask.?

  14-08-2024 18:18 via cbc.ca
  
  The CRTC says the new regulations will address monopolies and increase affordability.
  
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• Help Bury a Jewish Man from Saskatoon - Anash.org - Good News

  14-08-2024 17:35 via news.google.com
  Help Bury a Jewish Man from Saskatoon  Anash.org - Good News
  
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• "Fruitful" Saskatoon Berries season comes to an end with playoff loss to Moose Jaw

  14-08-2024 16:45 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  It was fun while it lasted. Read More
  
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• Saskatchewan First Nation orders evacuation of community because of wildfire

  14-08-2024 15:38 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  SANDY BAY, SASK. -- The leadership of a Saskatchewan First Nation is calling for immediate action hours after issuing a general evacuation order due to an encroaching wildfire. Read More
  
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• Provincial response to wildfire a 'failure': Saskatchewan First Nation grand chief

  14-08-2024 15:38 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  SANDY BAY — After issuing a general evacuation order due to an encroaching wildfire, the leadership of a Saskatchewan First Nation says the provincial response has been "unacceptable." Read More
  
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• Saskatoon's Briarwood Pond remains off-limits - SaskToday.ca

  14-08-2024 15:30 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon's Briarwood Pond remains off-limits  SaskToday.ca
  
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• Tank: Economic scare tactic by Sask. Party, Moe crashes into reality

  14-08-2024 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The provincial election is scheduled for three days before Halloween, but Premier Scott Moe and the Saskatchewan Party already seem scared. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon plans for affordable housing project on Lakewood Civic Centre site - 650 CKOM News Talk Sports

  14-08-2024 14:00 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon plans for affordable housing project on Lakewood Civic Centre site  650 CKOM News Talk Sports
  
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• Opinion: Saskatchewan election should focus on potash royalty reform

  14-08-2024 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Saskatchewan Party has won four elections and governed for 17 years, fuelling the fear that, if the NDP formed government, hospitals would close and people would leave. Read More
  
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• EAST DIVISION CHAMPS: Miller Express defeat Saskatoon, advance to WCBL Final - Moose Jaw Today

  14-08-2024 13:38 via news.google.com
  EAST DIVISION CHAMPS: Miller Express defeat Saskatoon, advance to WCBL Final  Moose Jaw Today
  
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• Saskatoon Weather: Sunny and Warm with a Dash of Showers - Net Newsledger

  14-08-2024 12:28 via news.google.com
  Saskatoon Weather: Sunny and Warm with a Dash of Showers  Net Newsledger
  
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• Sask. NDP could be gaining popularity ahead of provincial election: study

  14-08-2024 12:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to new polling, the Saskatchewan Party and the NDP find themselves in a neck-and-neck race ahead of the provincial election this fall.
  
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• Fuming: Parents unhappy with lax enforcement of no smoking policy at Saskatoon children's hospital - CBC.ca

  14-08-2024 12:00 via news.google.com
  Fuming: Parents unhappy with lax enforcement of no smoking policy at Saskatoon children's hospital  CBC.ca
  
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• Fuming: Parents unhappy with lax enforcement of no smoking policy at Saskatoon children's hospital

  14-08-2024 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  James McCrimmon makes daily visits to the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital to be with his three-year-old son, who is being treated for cancer. On any given day he has to walk through a gauntlet of smokers to enter the hospital.
  
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• Dropping knowledge: Sask artist's upcoming exhibit uses cow manure to make a point

  14-08-2024 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Regina Artist Jamie Reynolds is opening an exhibit at the Estevan Art Gallery tentatively called Bullshit.
  
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