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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon council votes to increase property taxes 6.7 per cent next year
Saskatoon property tax lands at 6.7 per cent for 2026, and 5.81 per cent for 2027. That's an additional $13.15 per month for a home averaging $394,000 and $12.20 per month in 2027.
Dozens of crashes reported on Saskatoon roads as city declares snow event
Saskatoon Police Service was kept busy all day dealing with crashes and slick driving conditions, and the city declared the first snow event of the season after 5 cm of snow fell on Saskatoon Friday.
Man allegedly threatened staff member with knife before stealing cash from local business: Police
"A man entered the business, threatened a staff member with a knife, and stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the register before fleeing into another nearby business and robbing it of merchandise."
Former Christian school principal to be sentenced for assault with a weapon in December
Duff Arthur Friesen was found guilty of assaulting a former student by hitting them with a paddle during his employment at Legacy Christian Academy - now known as Valour Academy - from 2003 to 2004.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
RCMP looking into woman's death after body found in Meadow Lake parking lot
RCMP said it is looking into the "suspicious" death of the 29-year-old from Waterhen Lake First Nation after officers at the Meadow Lake detachment were called to the lot on Nov. 28 around 8:50 a.m.
Sask. child-care providers find hope in new five-year funding deal
Saskatchewan child-care operators say the new five-year federal-provincial deal brings long-awaited stability and hope after years of inflation and closures, but warn equitable funding is still needed.
North Battleford lets drivers turn parking fines into holiday cheer
From Dec. 1 to 19, anyone who receives a parking ticket in North Battleford can pay the fine by donating a new, unwrapped toy equal to the ticket's value. All toys will go to Battlefords Interval House.
LISTEN: New pipeline plan divides Western Canadian leaders
Evan Bray talks with Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson about the memorandum of understanding with the province of Alberta to build a pipeline to the West Coast.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, Nov. 28
Evan talks with Premier Scott Moe about what this new oil pipeline could mean for Sask., and Keely Wright-Young talks about Caring Hearts Saskatchewan's fundraiser.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, Nov. 26
The Riders have signed Seth Hundeby to a rookie contract. After a rough seven-game road trip, the Oilers lost 8-3 to Dallas at home. Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies are set to return to the Leafs' lineup.
SPORTS
Sask. First Nations hockey player recruited for U13 World Cup Series
Logan Pahsaknunk is an 11-year-old hockey player from Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation. He was recently recruited for the U13 Bauer World Cup Series in Paris, France, in 2026.
Riders' players look to keep band together for 2026 CFL season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have plenty of pending free agents after a successful 2025 season. So a few of the players who are signed for 2026 are doing their part to convince others to stay.
Riders sign U of S Huskie Daniel Wiebe to contract
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added another homegrown product to their roster for 2026. The CFL Club announced U of S Huskie Daniel Wiebe has signed a contract.
Riders ink U of S Huskies' Seth Hundeby to contract
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed one of their highly-touted prospects, as University of Saskatchewan linebacker Seth Hundeby officially put ink to paper on his CFL contract.
CANADA & WORLD
Canadian watched childhood home burn in Hong Kong blaze
It has been a roller-coaster of emotions for Toronto's Paul Chow, who has gone from worry to sadness, distress and anger as he watched the place he was born and lived for more than 30 years burn.
AI country hit 'Walk My Walk' built on Blanco Brown's sound sparks questions
Country hit Walk My Walk was credited to fictional artist Breaking Rust, but the song's vocal phrasing and melodic shape came from someone who does exist: Black Grammy-nominated artist Blanco Brown.
Palestinian death toll has surpassed 70,000 since war began, Gaza ministry says
The toll has continued to rise after the latest ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10. Israeli fire killed two children aged 11 and 8 in Gaza Strip on Saturday when a drone struck close to a school.
NDP leadership candidates acknowledge need to improve French in Montreal debate
The debate Thursday began with a plan to have 60 per cent of it take place in French, but most of the conversation happened in English. Documentarian Avi Lewis and MP Heather McPherson spoke the most French.
AGRICULTURE
Where's the beef? Study says Regina area ideal location for beef processing facility
A study said a beef processing facility in the area with direct connections to border crossings and ports would bring $168 million in economic output and $76 million in GDP annually.
New research at University of Saskatchewan identifies cause of pig ear necrosis
"It was a light at the end of the tunnel, that we can help improve the welfare of those animals for something that has been around for much longer than 50 years," said Dr. Matheus Costa.
Producers say 75% of southwest Sask. farms may disappear if drought conditions persist
Producers from the RM of Big Stick say nearly many of the farms in the area could be lost after nine years of drought, as NDP MLAs press the province and the premier defends existing programs.
Farmers will lobby Ottawa for $50K guaranteed annual income pilot program
The idea by the National Farmers Union came from its convention last week in New Brunswick. David Thompson, executive director of the union, says a guaranteed income would help stabilize farmers' incomes.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
90-year-old hockey players prove you're never too old to play
"Age disappears when you get out on the ice," says Stan Halliwell, co-founder of the Saskatoon 60+ Hockey League. At 91, he still straps on skates twice a week, proving the love of hockey never fades.
Behind the lights: How Saskatoon's Enchanted Forest comes to life
Six miles of cords, three million lights and twenty staff. From September onward, Gerald Sorokan and his team work tirelessly to bring a beloved Christmas tradition to life: The BHP Enchanted Forest.
'We can do this': Second World War veteran reflects on women breaking barriers
At 18, Ruth Bond-Martinson joined the war effort, and spent a lifetime proving women could do anything. Now 100, she reflects on her service, the bonds she built and her hopes for future generations.
Coffee with a cause: Brewing belonging at a Saskatchewan non-profit
This isn't your average cup of joe. Adults with intellectual disabilities at Light of the Prairies help prepare and deliver LOTP Coffee, filling every bag with pride, joy and purpose.
