Saskatchewan News
In case you missed it, here’s a look back at some highlights from the 620 CKRM Gala “100 Years in One Night.”
All meetings start at 7 p.m. but people are encouraged to show up early to register at 6:30 p.m.
Melville has ended its annexation bid after reaching a long-term infrastructure agreement with the RM of Cana.
The NDP says the case of Chelsea Bear, a mom pregnant with twins who died with one of the babies after seeking care in Meadow Lake, was failed by the rural health-care system.
City councillors voted 7-4 to approve a recommended design from administration that slightly altered a design presented five months ago for Saskatoon's bus rapid transit project.
SIIT has opened a new aviation learning centre in Saskatoon, doubling student capacity and adding avionics training.
This week's topics on the Roundtable range from harvest, to politics, to commodity prices.
Regina Farmers Market vendors are looking to make the most of the final two weeks of the outdoor season as delayed harvests bring an abundance of produce to market.
Saskatchewan’s NDP is calling for immediate financial relief as wet weather, rising costs and crop losses pressure producers.
The collisions have taken place on roadways all areas of the city.
Business and economic commentator Paul Martin's take on how Saskatchewan’s job openings keep piling up.
Saskatoon residents living near an encampment at 20th Street and Avenue K have different perspectives on what should happen to the people living in tents... Read more
Kamsack council discusses property auctions, a potential land transfer and new granite benches at Riverview Cemetery.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says a $500 million investment in the Port of Vancouver by Canpotex will allow more of the province’s potash to reach markets around the world.
Moe attended a groundbreaking ceremony at Neptune Bulk Terminals on Friday, signalling the start of the expansion project,... Read more
Canpotex, a Saskatchewan-based potash exporter, is spending $500-million to help fund the refurbishment and replacement of equipment at a Port of Vancouver shipping terminal.
A Calgary man charged following a Yorkton drug trafficking investigation has had his case adjourned to Oct. 6.
Indigenous speakers and performers will lead a public gathering at the D.V. Currie VC Armoury on Wednesday, Sept. 30, as Moose Jaw marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
EDMONTON — Alberta's Opposition NDP is challenging the legality of new government rules that severely restrict the amount of voter information elections officials can share with political parties.
In a court application filed Thursday in Edmonton, the NDP argue the new policy undermines the purpose... Read more
It’s a bad weekend to be a crow in a small Saskatchewan town.
The annual Lumsden Scarecrow Festival is presenting wacky and wonderful bird-scarers to front yards on Saturday.... Read more
Nearly two decades after Steve Small retired, staff say his student-centred vision continues to shape Swift Current’s Maverick School.
The Elecs football team is using their Sept. 26 game against Balgonie to raise funds for Hunter Gronick.
OTTAWA — Canadian members of Parliament are split on whether — and how — artificial intelligence should be used by lawmakers.
The Economist reported this week that as much as 20 per cent of what's said on the floor of the House of Commons was flagged as AI-generated by the AI detector tool Pangram... Read more
Standing outside Prince Albert Provincial Court and surrounded by supporters, Danica Moore expressed feelings of relief and sadness over news that a 14-year-old has been charged with the murder of her daughter.
The youth, who appeared in court for the first time on the charge on Friday, said... Read more
OTTAWA — While Canada has kept silent on Turkey's crackdown on LGBTQ+ groups, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says that should not be interpreted as a lack of solidarity with oppressed people.
The Carney government did not join Germany, France and other countries last week in condemning Ankara... Read more
A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on the platform in the latest legal setback against the social media giant that has already cost it billions of dollars.
The jury found over 43 million violations of state consumer protection law and it... Read more
A fiery tableau of oranges and reds isn’t uncommon in Saskatchewan near dusk, but on Thursday evening on a farm near Yellow Grass, the fiery colours were a little too real.
Dana Quigley said a fire engulfed a grain cart and tractor on her farm as they were in the middle of harvest.
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VICTORIA — British Columbia NDP Leader David Eby says his government would introduce a new tax on unsold condominiums and hike the existing speculation and vacancy tax to improve housing affordability if his party is re-elected on Oct. 24.
At a campaign stop in Burnaby, B.C., with a condo complex... Read more
Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It’s Dolly Parton Day.
Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.”
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Seventeen teams entered the tournament Sept. 18 at the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Course.
VANCOUVER — Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says his wife received a threatening message on her social media account, as part of ongoing harassment targeting his family.
Sim, who is running for re-election on Oct. 17, says in a video that he and wife Teena Sim had planned to film the video together on... Read more
Drivers in the Queen City may need to take a detour or two in the days ahead, with a number of road restrictions taking effect over the weekend and on Monday.
Lewvan Drive will see traffic restrictions near First Avenue North and 13th Avenue on Saturday, the city said. The restrictions along the... Read more
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey ’s Democratic lieutenant governor has resigned after the governor demanded he step down... Read more
Trade Dispute: Impact on the Prairies
Richardson Pioneer Southern Rebels season opens Sept. 27 and fans are ready for another action-packed season
OTTAWA — Canada's competition bureau will move next week to begin gathering information on retail grocery pricing policies.
The agency is tasked with protecting and promoting competition for the benefit for Canadian consumers and businesses.
In June, the bureau launched an investigation of... Read more
Bell Canada is addressing questions about its massive AI data centre project south of Regina as the company moves ahead with plans to significantly expand the development.
Bell and the Government of Saskatchewan announced earlier this month that the project could grow from its initial 300 megawatts... Read more
Every road trip with the Saskatchewan Roughriders comes with its own unique traditions and experiences. In Vancouver, one of those traditions involves a visit to an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant.