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SASKATOON NEWS
Megan Gallagher's family says manslaughter verdict brings relief but not closure
Gallagher's father Brian said on Friday while there is a sense of relief, it's not closure. "The only closure that we could ever get is if Megan was to walk through the door and give us a hug."
Charging electric vehicles at Lakewood, Lawson civic centres won't be free any more: City
Drivers will need to pay to charge their electric vehicles at the Lakeview and Lawson civic centres as of Oct. 30. Motorists can use various methods to pay the $5.35/hour rate, for up to three hours.
Blue Jays memorabilia flying off the shelves in Saskatoon
Saskatoon businesses like Olympian Sports and Saskatoon Custom Tees are seeing an increase in sales as as the Blue Jays continue their playoff run in the American League Championship Series.
Final phase of Highway 5 safety improvements underway
The province is working on upgrading the road between Saskatoon and Humboldt - one of the most dangerous highways in Saskatchewan - and construction is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Province launches two-year Glaucoma Care Pilot Program
The Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists said the new funding for glaucoma care will increase patient access to 200 licensed optometrists operating in 42 communities in the province.
Regina launches smartphone app to make intersections safer, more accessible
The new tool called PedApp lets people who are blind, have low vision, or are deaf-blind activate crosswalk signals remotely, aiming to make Regina intersections safer and more inclusive.
Whitecap Dakota First Nation receives pieces of long-lost history
The return of more than three dozen items of historical and ceremonial importance included headdresses, moccasins, and regalia and was an important part of reconciliation, said Councillor Frank Royal.
Enhanced 9-1-1 system can connect callers to team of nurses in Regina, Saskatoon
The health authority says the Emergency Communication Nurse System will allow callers to receive assessments from registered nurses, who will determine if the patient needs to go to emergency.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, Oct. 17
Canada's economy, public safety and community security are in focus today with guest host Tamara Cherry. Auto jobs move south, new crime reforms roll out and citizens unite for safer streets.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, Oct. 17
The Saskatoon Hilltops host the Winnipeg Rifles in the Prairie Football Conference semifinal on Sunday. Hilltops head coach Tom Sargeant explains how the team has prepared for the game.
SPORTS
U of S Huskies, U of R Rams win weekend matchups
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies beat the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds 24-10, and the University of Regina Rams beat the University of Alberta Golden Bears 22-20.
Eight-year-old shows his love for Toronto Blue Jays with custom prosthetic eye
The Blue Jays fell 6-2 in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series on Friday night against Seattle.The best-of-seven series heads back to Toronto on Sunday, with the Mariners ahead 3-2.
Mother Nature shortens golf season at three Saskatoon courses
The City of Saskatoon is closing three of its courses a week earlier than announced to prepare for the winter months. The last day for the Holiday Park, Silverwood and Wildwood courses will be Sunday.
Riders lose in Winnipeg as a number of starters rest against Bombers
The Saskatchewan Roughriders played in a tight contest with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers despite resting a number of starters. The Bombers won 17-16 on a game-winning field goal.
CANADA & WORLD
Jewel heist from Louvre in Paris took just four minutes, officials say
Thieves used a freight elevator to gain access on Sunday morning, forcing a window, smashing display cases, and making off with jewelry of "inexpensive" value while tourists were already inside.
AI threatening to push young people out of entry-level jobs
Occupations most exposed to AI include software development, sales, marketing and customer service, experts say, although some companies say it can't replace humans in strategy and decision-making.
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, most important festival of the year in India
Diwali is derived from "Deepavali," which means "a row of lights." Celebrants light rows of lamps outside their homes to symbolize victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.
'No Kings' protests against Trump planned across U.S., Europe
Protesting the direction of the U.S. under President Donald Trump, people gathered Saturday for " No Kings " demonstrations - what the Republican Party is calling "Hate America" rallies.
AGRICULTURE
Shaun Haney: Caught in the middle of unstable relationship
Canadian farmers are once again caught in the middle of U.S. trade politics. Tariffs remain on the table, and President Trump has made it clear he hasn't dropped his long-standing complaints about Canada's dairy and...
Saskatchewan farmers continue to face depressed prices due to canola tariffs
"We just finished harvest, but the bins are full and the marketplace is closed off. This is not a good situation for farmers right now," said SARM president Bill Huber.
Producers push to complete harvesting remaining crops despite rain and snow
Provincially, harvest is 98 per cent complete, with west-central and northeast regions progress sits at 99 per cent, followed by the southeast and northwest at 98 per cent and the southwest and east-central at 97 pe...
Shaun Haney: Calculating how much canola to seed
The big question heading into 2026 is how much canola to seed. With China's 76 per cent tariff still in place, the risk of building heavy stocks is real, and no other market can fully make up for the lost demand. Th...
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Back in brass: Saskatoon musician's tuba returned after six years
It was stolen on a frigid Saskatchewan night, but after it was found in an abandoned apartment, it's finally back on the stage. The story of Michael Raney's tuba is almost too strange to believe.
Meet the Sask. strongwoman redefining strength one lift at a time
From pulling trucks to crushing stereotypes, Saskatoon-based strongwoman competitor Jackie Osczevski is proving that power, femininity and grit go hand in hand - and strength is something every woman can claim.
Rolling the dice: Inside a Saskatchewan outfitter's daily hunt
Outfitting requires early mornings, careful setups and a bit of luck. Timberlost Outfitting's Devin Beebe knows the birds call the shots, but smart preparation can stack the odds in his favour.
'Wow, this is hard': The joyful struggle of learning the bagpipes
What do "Thunderstruck," "Pink Pony Club" and "Scotland the Brave" all have in common? Saskatoon kids are learning to play these tunes on the bagpipes, thanks to the 96th Highlanders.
