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Saskatoon firefighters rescue man stuck in dog park drain grate
The man was caught in the grating of a large drainage pipe at Silverwood Dog Park, Saskatoon Fire Department said. Firefighters cut the grating then used a system of ropes to lift the man out of the pipe.
Saskatchewan's first Pediatric IBD Day brings families together
Saskatchewan's first Pediatric IBD Day in Saskatoon will bring children, families and care providers together, as specialized services continue to make care available closer to home.
Saskatoon classic vehicle parade visits local care homes
Residents living in care homes in the city will get to see some of the classics in town for Rock 102 Show & Shine Weekend as a parade of dozens of vehicles set to visit five different facilities today.
Wanted: Light bulbs and pesticides for city hazardous waste program
Today until 4 p.m. people in Saskatoon can dispose of their household hazardous wastes at the Material Recovery Centre. The next weekend drop-off day is set for Sept. 26.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Regina homelessness, housing shortage worsens, says advocate
Peter Gilmer, an advocate with The Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry, said soaring housing costs, inadequate income support and a shortage of social housing are driving more people into homelessness.
NexGen breaks ground on massive $2.2B Saskatchewan uranium mine
The development in the southwestern area of the Athabasca Basin is expected to produce up to 14 million kilograms of triuranium octoxide annually, which would be refined to make nuclear reactor fuel.
Farmers say southeast Sask. rain won't dampen start of harvest
Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning for an area including Carlyle, Estevan, and Moosomin, but southeast Saskatchewan farmers say the rain won't delay the start of harvest for them.
Emergency crews put on standby for early morning WestJet landing in Regina
An engine concern led to emergency crews being put on standby as a scheduled WestJet flight from Toronto landed in Regina early on Friday morning. The plane landed without incident.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, August 14
On Friday's show, guest host Brent Loucks talks about severe weather, including a new targeted warning system and insurance. Plus, the annual STARS Lottery and Green and White Prognostications.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, Aug. 14
Josh Kendall examines the Atlanta Falcons, Dave Naylor has NFL news, Rick Zamperin looks at how Hamilton stacks up against the Riders, and Tommy Yarish has the latest from Dallas Cowboys.
SPORTS
Berries steal Game 1 of WCBL final in Sylvan Lake 4-1, one win away from first title
The Saskatoon Berries have a date with destiny on Sunday at Cairns Field with a shot at winning the franchise's first WCBL championship after a 4-1 victory to open WCBL finals over Sylvan Lake.
Saskatchewan's Tanner Svenson wins gold in bocce at Special Olympics
The Prince Albert athlete was down 0-5 before mounting a comeback to win 12-5. He has started a career as a hockey broadcaster in his hometown, and also interviewed Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour this week.
Saskatoon Berries embracing championship mindset in first WCBL final appearance
Just two wins separate the Saskatoon Berries from their first Western Canadian Baseball League championship, as they kick off league finals on Saturday night for Game 1 in Sylvan Lake, Alta.
Riders ready for showdown in Steel Town against Ti-Cats
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (6-2) will take on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (3-6) today in Hamilton, with kickoff at 5 p.m. The Riders have won the previous five meetings between the two CFL clubs.
CANADA & WORLD
Will small business tax relief be the key to fixing Canada's broken tax system?
Secretary of State for Canada Revenue Agency, Wayne Long, said the Liberals heard from a "major international player" that wanted to put more money into Canada but not until the tax code changes.
Trump's new tariffs should be a wake-up call for Canada, says Iowa senator
Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley has long said that CUSMA should remain. On Friday, he said Trump wants to "tweak" the agreement a little bit and accused Canada of not upholding commitments to dairy access.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47
Authorities issued a tsunami warning and urged coastal residents to move to higher ground, but later lifted it. Some smaller tsunamis were reported. The quake was followed by at least 235 aftershocks.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione, 28, pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting matter-of-factly that he trailed the executive and gunned him down.
AGRICULTURE
Farmers say southeast Sask. rain won't dampen start of harvest
Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning for an area including Carlyle, Estevan, and Moosomin, but southeast Saskatchewan farmers say the rain won't delay the start of harvest for them.
Cool weather slows the start of harvest on Saskatchewan farms
Saskatchewan's harvest is behind the five-year average of six per cent and the 10-year average of five per cent, but slightly ahead of the one per cent completion recorded at the same time in 2025.
Man from RM of Martin charged after allegedly altering cattle brands
Police said the 52-year-old man has been charged with altering a brand on cattle and fraud over $5,000. He's set to appear in provincial court in Moosomin in September, police added.
Nature's Food Bank: Turning a problem into protein
Thousands of migratory birds are harvested in Saskatchewan every year by outfitters and hunters. This Saskatoon non-profit is making sure that meat finds its way to people who need it most.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Nature's Food Bank: Turning a problem into protein
Thousands of migratory birds are harvested in Saskatchewan every year by outfitters and hunters. This Saskatoon non-profit is making sure that meat finds its way to people who need it most.
Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.
Before he was a Roughriders star, Trevor Harris was a dancer
He can read a defence, escape a pass rush and lead a CFL offence. But before Trevor Harris became a Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback, he was a kid learning hip hop, jazz and tap from his mom.
Two left feet? Right this way: Inside Saskatoon's Ballroom Dancing Club
For 62 years, the University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club has turned hesitant beginners into confident dancers - creating friendships, memories and a community that keeps people coming back.
