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• 'Everything you could want in a rivalry': Riders, Bombers to face off in West Final

  09-11-2024 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Longtime sports reporter Rob Vanstone, who now works for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, tees up what he calls a sure-to-be "epic battle" between his team and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Nov. 9, 2024, as they fight for a spot in the Grey Cup.
  
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• Saskatoon woman arrested after 14 car windows smashed with baseball bat

  12-11-2024 23:23 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  A 42-year-old Saskatoon woman faces mischief charges after a string of car windows were smashed in Rosewood early Monday morning.
  
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• Sask. residents encouraged to check radon levels in their homes

  12-11-2024 23:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A recent study out of the University of Calgary estimates that more than 10 million Canadians are being exposed to high levels of radon, an odourless, tasteless radioactive gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the country.
  
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• Saskatoon Public Library workers engage in 1-day strike action

  12-11-2024 23:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  Libraries around Saskatoon were closed Tuesday as workers from the CUPE 2669 union walked off the job as part of a one-day strike.
  
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• Saskatoon woman charged after allegedly damaging 14 cars, trucks, SUVs with baseball bat

  12-11-2024 22:57 via cbc.ca
  
  A Saskatoon woman is accused of damaging multiple vehicles and assaulting a man with a baseball bat on Nov. 11.
  
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• Batter up: Saskatoon woman charged after allegedly damaging 14 cars, trucks, SUVs with baseball bat

  12-11-2024 22:57 via cbc.ca
  
  A 42-year-old Saskatoon woman is accused of damaging 14 cars, trucks and SUVs with a baseball bat on Nov. 11.
  
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• Charges Laid - Weapons Offence - 1800 Block of Idylwyld Drive

  12-11-2024 22:48 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One man has been arrested in relation to a weapons call Friday morning.On November 9, 2024 at approximately 8:00 a.m. police were called to a hotel in the 1800 block of Idylwyld Drive for a weapons complaint. Initial information stated a male pointed a firearm during a verbal altercation.Upon arrival, officers learned an unknown male had approached the victim’s motorcycle; however, the male fled after being confronted. Shortly after, the male returned with another male who pointed a firear
  
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• Jelly Roll to croon for Canadian concertgoers in Beautifully Broken Great Northern Tour

  12-11-2024 22:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  Jelly Roll's Canadian dates will also feature Josh Ross, Savannah Dexter and Brabo Gator.
  
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• Proposed downtown arena a hot-button issue for Saskatoon voters

  12-11-2024 22:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon appears to be divided when it comes to the proposed downtown arena, but several city planners suggest there is a bright future if it goes ahead.
  
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• Robbery - 2800 Block of Wanuskewin Road

  12-11-2024 21:58 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Police are investigating following a robbery Friday night.At approximately 8:30 p.m. on November 8, 2024 police were called to a business in the 2800 block of Wanuskewin Road for a report of a robbery in progress. Call updates stated two people had knives and fled the scene.Responding officers began checking the area; however, they were unable to locate the suspects. Officers learned a male and female threatened to stab a staff member before fleeing with alcohol.At this time police are still inv
  
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• Saskatoon small businesses cope as smashed windows impact their bottom line

  12-11-2024 21:57 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon police stats show incidents of property damage like smashed windows have risen in some neighbourhoods over most of the last five years, leaving businesses coping with the cost.
  
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• Saskatoon city council candidates allege campaign interference

  12-11-2024 21:39 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Ward 1 city council candidate Darren Hill says he has concerns about campaign signs going missing and a suspect who reportedly claimed to be volunteering for him while harassing residents. Read More
  
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• Charges Laid - Mischief - 100 Block of Pichler Crescent

  12-11-2024 21:29 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  One woman is facing numerous mischief charges after a number of car windows were broken early Monday morning.On November 11, 2024 at approximately 2:00 a.m., police were called to the 100 block of Pichler Crescent for a report of a person using a bat to break the windows of vehicles.Upon police arrival, officers located a female matching the description of the suspect; she was arrested without further incident. Upon search of her person, officers located a knife; a baseball bat was also located
  
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• Saskatoon police investigating after man seriously hurt in stabbing

  12-11-2024 21:20 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  A 28-year-old man is in serious condition after a stabbing on Friday night in Saskatoon's downtown area. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon Public Library workers walk picket line during one-day strike

  12-11-2024 20:32 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Dozens of striking picketers marched in front of Saskatoon's City Hall and Frances Morrison Central Library in downtown Saskatoon, as concerns over workplace safety remain the biggest stumbling block in contract negotiations between their union and the Saskatoon Public Library. Read More
  
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• Aggravated Assault - 300 Block of 2nd Avenue South

  12-11-2024 20:18 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Friday night sending one man to hospital in serious condition.On November 8, 2023 shortly after 10:00 p.m., police were called to the 300 block of 2nd Avenue South for a report of an injured person who had been stabbed in the leg.Upon arrival, officers located a 28-year-old man suffering from injuries consistent with a stab wound. Paramedics arrived on scene shortly after and transported the man to hospital with what were believed to be life-thre
  
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• Firefighters rescue person from inside Saskatoon recycling truck

  12-11-2024 19:24 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Firefighters rescued a person who was discovered inside a recycling truck during its rounds on Monday morning. Read More
  
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• Sask. watchdog investigating Moose Jaw police's role in fatal crash

  12-11-2024 19:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Saskatchewan's Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) is investigating the role the Moose Jaw Police Service played in a crash that killed a 31-year-old man.
  
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• Arrests - Drug Trafficking Investigation - 100 Block of Avenue E South

  12-11-2024 17:56 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Police Service Crime Reduction Team (CRT) concluded a drug trafficking investigation on November 7, 2024 with the arrests of several people.Members of the Tactical Support Unit (TSU) and Patrol assisted in executing two search warrants, one at a residence in the 100 block of Avenue E South, and the other at a business in the 1400 block of 22nd Street West.The following items were seized as part of the investigation:$2313 CAD 216.9 grams of methamphetamine 56.5 grams of fentanyl 1.6
  
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• Sask. coroner calls inquest into death in provincial jail cell

  12-11-2024 17:51 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Saskatchewan coroners inquest into the death of a man in a Prince Albert jail cell is set to begin next month.
  
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• Saskatoon firefighters rescue man trapped inside garbage truck

  12-11-2024 17:23 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  The Saskatoon Fire Department was called in for a rescue on Monday after a man got stuck inside a garbage truck.
  
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• Labour minister sends ports dispute to binding arbitration, orders end to lockouts

  12-11-2024 16:26 via cbc.ca
  
  Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon has sent labour disputes at ports in Quebec and British Columbia to binding arbitration and has ordered people back to work after the disputes reached what he called a "total impasse."
  
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• Jelly Roll coming to Saskatoon in March

  12-11-2024 16:21 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Jelly Roll is coming to Saskatoon.
  
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• Lest We Forget: Saskatoon residents mark Remembrance Day

  12-11-2024 15:38 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  A look at some of the ways Saskatoon residents paid their respects on Remembrance Day.
  
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• Opinion: Saskatchewan can no longer ignore potash royalty reform

  12-11-2024 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  So much has been recently said on the subject of potash taxation. Read More
  
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• Opinion: U.S., Sask., Saskatoon elections show gender equity elusive

  12-11-2024 13:30 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  In the leadup to the American election last week, discussions about Donald Trump's appeal among men in the "manosphere" — an online men’s rights movement — revealed criticisms of Kamala Harris ranging from callous and misogynist to subtle and elusive, few of which engaged with her actual qualifications for presidential leadership. Read More
  
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• Rod's Hotrods the place to go for classic cars, hotrods and much more

  12-11-2024 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Businesses and non-profit organizations regularly open and move in Saskatoon. Today the StarPhoenix talks to Rod Deschner, who co-owns Rod’s Hotrods Customs and Sales with his wife Dallas. Read More
  
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• Letters: Activists deserve their day in court on Sask. emissions

  12-11-2024 13:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  The Ontario Court of Appeal recently directed that the court application by seven young Ontario climate rights activists — which had been dismissed in 2023 by the Ontario Superior Court — be referred back to the original judge for re-determination. Read More
  
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• Canada Post workers give 72-hour notice to strike as company warns of financial impact

  12-11-2024 12:31 via cbc.ca
  
  The union representing Canada Post workers said it will be in a legal strike position on Friday, exactly one year after talks on a new contract began. But the union is holding back on deciding whether a job action will take place immediately.
  
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• Canada Post workers give 72-hour notice to strike

  12-11-2024 12:31 via cbc.ca
  
  The union representing Canada Post workers said it will be in a legal strike position on Friday, exactly one year after talks on a new contract began, although it is holding back on deciding whether a job action will take place immediately.
  
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