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• Pelicans make earliest arrival in Saskatoon contest history - News Talk 650 CKOM

  04-04-2017 18:41 via ckom.com
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  Pelicans make earliest arrival in Saskatoon contest history
  News Talk 650 CKOM
  Pelicans, once listed as an endangered species, gather on the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon between April and October. Spring is here – and so are the pelicans. The Meewasin Valley Authority has confirmed the return of Saskatoon's annual ...and more »
  
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• Man charged in egging of Saskatoon synagogue wants to make 'reparations' to Jewish community

  18-08-2026 23:21 via cbc.ca
  
  Jayden Clarke, 31, is charged with three counts of mischief after turning himself into police last week. Clarke's lawyer says the incident was fueled by alcohol and not hate for the Jewish community. Some in the Jewish community aren't convinced.
  
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• Woman who killed 2 in drunk driving crash in Saskatoon approved for day parole

  18-08-2026 22:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Brittany Barry pleaded guilty to drinking and driving causing death following the crash near Saskatoon on Oct. 19, 2024.
  
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• Arrest - Assault with a Weapon - 1400 Block of Idylwyld Drive

  18-08-2026 21:43 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police arrested one woman in relation to an incident involving a knife during a cab ride early this morning.On August 18, 2026 at approximately 12:40 a.m., police were called to the 1400 block of Idylwyld Drive North for a weapons call where it was reported that a male cab driver had a knife and attempted to stab a woman. Police also received a call for service that outlined a woman had pulled a knife on a cab driver.Arriving officers located a man and woman standing outside of a cab.
  
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• ‘Generations of knowledge’ to be shared as SPSA enters MOU with First Nations councils

  18-08-2026 21:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Wildfire management in Saskatchewan will be informed by First Nations perspectives, as outlined in an MOU signed by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency and two nations, Tuesday. 
  
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• Employer charged with exploiting foreign worker at Swift Current Husky Travel Centre

  18-08-2026 20:50 via cbc.ca
  
  The employer and a numbered company are facing eight charges under Saskatchewan's new, stiffer foreign worker protection laws.
  
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• Teepee cover stolen 100 years ago finally being repatriated to Sask.

  18-08-2026 20:39 via cbc.ca
  
  A teepee cover was stolen from Kawacatoose First Nation in 1926 and housed at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., for a century. It will now finally return to the original owner's descendants.
  
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• Store accused of making staff pay to work for it

  18-08-2026 20:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Saskatchewan employer and company are facing charges for allegedly making two foreign workers pay to work for them.
  
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• Iceland anti-whaling mission a success: activists

  18-08-2026 20:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Saskatchewan activist is adjusting to life on land after being detained on an anti-whaling protest boat off the coast of Iceland.
  
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• Drunk driver who killed 2 in Sask. crash pre-approved for day parole

  18-08-2026 20:12 via cbc.ca
  
  Brittany Barry is serving a six-year sentence for drunk driving causing the deaths of Laura Hannah, 53, and Jamie Hannah, 20, and injuring her own two children, who were in the vehicle with her.
  
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• Descendants seek displaced Treaty 6 band's recognition by Canadian government

  18-08-2026 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  The Stoney Knoll First Nation — also known as the Young Chippewayan band — signed Treaty 6 then had its reserve land taken away by the federal government two decades later.
  
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• Trump, Carney to speak Tuesday night ahead of midnight tariff deadline

  18-08-2026 19:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Prime Minister Mark Carney will speak to his American counterpart on Tuesday by phone to try and hammer out a deal to avoid new U.S. tariffs on some $30 billion in Canadian goods due to take effect just after midnight, sources told CBC News.
  
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• Trump, Carney speak ahead of midnight tariff deadline

  18-08-2026 19:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke to his American counterpart on Tuesday by phone to try and hammer out a deal to avoid new U.S. tariffs on some $30 billion in Canadian goods due to take effect just after midnight.
  
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• Canadian, U.S. negotiators expected to meet again ahead of midnight tariff deadline

  18-08-2026 19:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Canadian and American negotiators are expected to meet on Tuesday to try and hammer out a deal to avoid new U.S. tariffs on some $30 billion in Canadian goods due to take effect just after midnight.
  
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• Man rescued from storm drain at Saskatoon dog park

  18-08-2026 19:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  One man was rescued from a storm drain in Saskatoon Friday after he became trapped by a 'significant' amount of storm-water.
  
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• Saskatchewan RCMP searching for vehicle connected to Sandy Bay homicide probe

  18-08-2026 14:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officers found the male and he was declared deceased at the scene. His death is considered suspicious, and the homicide unit is now investigating.
  
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• Recent cattle branding charges highlight role of Sask. RCMP's only livestock investigator

  18-08-2026 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A 52-year-old man is facing charges after an investigation into fraudulently branded cattle.
  
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• Boxing champ, Korean War veteran Claude Petit dead at 90

  18-08-2026 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Petit was a five-time Canadian Army heavyweight boxing champion and the only Canadian to win the British Army heavyweight title.
  
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• Border collies compete to be top dog at national championship in Shaunavon, Sask.

  18-08-2026 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  More than 100 dogs from across North American are competing to win the Canadian Border Collie Association Championship at a local farm in southwest Saskatchewan. The event runs through Wednesday.
  
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• U.S. businessowners don't want to leave their Canadian suppliers, but 50% tariffs might leave them no choice

  18-08-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  American entrepreneurs say sustained, 50 per cent tariffs would force them to make the choice they've been hoping to avoid for more than a year and a half: breaking away from longstanding, good-faith relationships with Canadian suppliers for the sake of their finances.
  
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• Sask. Special Olympics athlete hits a gold-winning hole-in-one

  18-08-2026 01:55 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan golfer hit his first ever hole-in-one at the National Special Olympics this Friday at the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club.
  
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• Update - Public Advisory: Cruise Weekend

  18-08-2026 00:11 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police Service has concluded its planned public safety and traffic enforcement activities following a busy weekend of events across the city.In advance of this year’s events, the SPS conducted operational planning and shared public messaging to ensure drivers understanding of what to expect. Additional police resources were deployed throughout the weekend to support public safety, manage traffic and address unsafe driving behaviour.“Cruise weekend and several other even
  
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• 'A happy little bear': Saskatoon zoo manager mourns death of grizzly Koda

  18-08-2026 00:09 via cbc.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo says Koda loved food and will be greatly missed by staff, visitors and his adopted brother Mistaya.
  
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• Stabbing - 900 Block of 22nd Street West

  17-08-2026 23:41 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police are investigating following a reported stabbing on Saturday morning.On August 15, 2026 at around 9:45 a.m., police were called to the 900 block of 22nd Street West for an injured person call.Arriving officers located a 37-year-old man with injuries consistent with a stabbing. He was transported to hospital by paramedics for further medical treatment. His injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.At this time, it is not known where the stabbing occurred.Police are continu
  
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• Alberta government misses treaty anniversary event

  17-08-2026 23:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  An Alberta chief called for more respect from the provincial government on Monday, after its Indigenous relations minister missed a marquee event commemorating the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6.
  
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• Saskatchewan man sentenced to 10 years for sexually abusing child, filming it

  17-08-2026 23:12 via cbc.ca
  
  Nicholas Melnyk pleaded guilty to one count each of sexual interference, making child sexual abuse and exploitation material and possessing such material.
  
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• Charges Laid - Knife Seized - 22nd Street East and 3rd Avenue South

  17-08-2026 22:38 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  A male youth is facing multiple weapons related charges in relation to a call for service involving a knife on Friday.At around 2:35 p.m. on August 14, 2026, police received a report of a male with a knife in his pocket in the area of 22nd Street East and 3rd Avenue South.Responding officers were able to locate a male matching the suspect description in the area of Pacific Avenue and 23rd Street where he was observed attempting to discard the knife. He was arrested without further incident and t
  
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• Saskatoon zoo’s beloved grizzly bear euthanized following a decline in health

  17-08-2026 22:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  Koda was humanely euthanized after 'careful consideration' when staff noticed a decline in his health, zoo officials said in a news release Monday.
  
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• Saskatchewan Marshals Service seeks snipers, special gear for new unit

  17-08-2026 22:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  In a bid request posted online late last month, the province says the marshals need the equipment for a special response unit. 
  
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• Charges Laid - Weapons Offence - 500 Block of Avenue X South

  17-08-2026 21:31 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Two people are facing charges following a weapons call resulting in various weapons being seized on Friday night.On August 14, 2026 at approximately 11:00 p.m., police were dispatched to a weapons complaint in the 500 block of Avenue X South. Call information outlined that a group of people wearing masks had discharged bear spray and that a male was being assaulted.Officers arrived on scene and located five people matching the suspect descriptions. All of them were arrested without further incid
  
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