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SASKATOON NEWS
Potential relocation of drop-in centre expected, won't impact taxes: Mayor
Mayor Cynthia Block said when the decision was made to move forward with the Avenue C location for the women's drop-in centre, council knew it was not going to be its permanent location.
Residents raise concerns about crime, applaud Prairie Harm Reduction's efforts at community meeting
While some attendees raised issues around crime and safety around the supervised drug consumption site on 20th Street West, others praised the harm reduction group operating the site.
City of Saskatoon proposes new site on Idylwyld Drive for drop-in homeless centre
The location of the winter warming space, which is intended to be a permanent drop-in shelter, could change after a Saskatoon City Council vote on Wed, Feb. 25 from Avenue C to Idylwyld Drive.
Community offers condolences after sudden death of Saskatoon police officer
"We are deeply saddened to hear the news our brothers and sisters at the Saskatoon Police Service received today," the Prince Albert Police Association said in a social media post on Wednesday.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Kenosee Superslides water park slated for demolition by Saskatchewan government
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Parks, Culture, and Sport says the Kenosee Superslides building and other assets will be removed starting in February, with demolition wrapping up in the spring.
Man charged with dangerous driving after allegedly fleeing from Mounties in stolen semi
The Mounties said officers blocked the highway and set up two tire-deflation devices, which were used to damage the truck's tires, but "the semi-truck continued driving on the tire rims."
LISTEN: Physical therapist explains how to avoid hurting yourself while shovelling snow
Physical therapist Adrianne Vangool joined the Evan Bray Show on Wednesday to discuss proper shovelling techniques and what you can do to avoid a potential injury while moving snow.
Sask. NDP pledges action to halt Crown corp rate hikes
The Saskatchewan NDP said it will introduce a private member's bill when the legislature returns March 2 to stop SaskPower and SGI rate increases for Saskatchewan families struggling with the cost of living.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, Feb. 20
Calvin Chrustie talks about if Canada needs to take criminal networks more seriously with guest host Tamara Cherry. Jamie Nye discusses Team Canada's pursuit of gold in men's hockey in Milano Cortina.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, Feb. 18
Team Canada is off to the semi-finals in men's hockey. Sidney Crosby left the quarter-final game in the second period and did not return to join the Canadian men's hockey team.
SPORTS
WATCH: Winter Olympics brings inspiration to young Saskatchewan speed skaters
Coaches with the Regina Speed Skating Club said the group sees a new crop of young speed skaters stepping onto the ice for the first time every year the Winter Olympics are on.
Fans gather to catch gold medal clash between Canada and USA
Fans always look forward to a Canada-U.S. showdown. A group of Regina hockey fans braved the cold on Thursday afternoon to watch the gold medal showdown in community.
Former Huskies, Blades coach Bumstead relishing first PWHL season
Seattle Torrent assistant coach Christine Bumstead reconnected with the city where her coaching career took flight with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies and Saskatoon Blades.
Team Canada fans brave the snow to watch quarter-final win over Czechia
As Team Canada celebrated a thrilling, overtime victory over Czechia in Olympic quarter-finals on Wednesday, a group of passionate fans made the trek through the snow to watch together in Saskatoon.
CANADA & WORLD
Bloc MP says he was mugged and pepper-sprayed while in Brussels for NATO visit
Simon-Pierre Savard-Tremblay says he fought back and shouted in hopes of alerting people nearby but the individuals knocked him to the ground. He's warning people to be cautious when abroad.
Trump warns he's considering limited strikes as Iranian diplomat says proposed deal is imminent
In response to a reporter's question on whether the U.S. could take limited military action as the countries negotiate, Trump said, "I guess I can say I am considering that."
NDP leadership candidates pitch their rebuilding plans to voters in final debate
Yves Engler, an activist who was not allowed to run in the race, and a small group of protesters tried to enter the studio during the debate. They banged on the doors, shouting "Let us in!"
U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's use of emergencies law for tariffs
Trump used the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, better known as IEEPA, for his "Liberation Day" tariffs and fentanyl-related duties on Canada, Mexico and China.
AGRICULTURE
Moe, Smith urge Ottawa to reverse strychnine ban as gophers pose 'serious pest threat' to farms
Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Alberta's Danielle Smith said the ground squirrels "have become a serious pest threat to agriculture, damaging a wide variety of crops" across the prairies.
Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here's how to start yours
At this time of year, yards are still covered in snow. But it's the perfect time to start planning for a garden because you'll want to have supplies ready to start planting just after the last frost.
U of S professor and crop breeder receives agriculture award from king of Sweden
Dr. Curtis Pozniak was presented with the Bertebos Prize for research and innovation with "significant contributions" towards the connections between ecology and food production in Stockholm.
APAS hopes report of canola movement to China is sign of things to come
Bloomberg says orders are already coming in for Canadian canola for shipment to China soon. APAS president Bill Prybylski says the amount may be small, but believes it bodes well for future orders.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Down to Wrestle: U of S Huskies celebrate inclusion on the mat
The University of Saskatchewan is home to Canada's first and only wrestling program for kids with Down syndrome. Meet the athletes and volunteer coaches redefining inclusion in the sport.
Meet the Spiritwood sweethearts celebrating 70 years as Valentines
It wasn't love at first sight, but it was love that lasted. Seven decades later, Dot and Leo Gaboury are still each other's Valentines.
Meet the P.A. billet mom who helped raise generations of hockey players
From the first season of the Prince Albert Raiders to today's NHL, Carole Ring opened her home to 38 billet players, shaping lives far beyond the rink - one meal, rule and late-night talk at a time.
Raiders of the lost files: A Saskatoon city archives treasure hunt
Guided by Saskatoon city archivist Jeff O'Brien, explore fragile maps, vanished places, handwritten letters and flickering film hiding in Saskatoon's city archives.
