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New system helps Saskatoon firefighters get to scenes quicker, more informed
The Saskatoon Fire Department launched its new Computer-Aided Dispatch software, designed to work in tandem with an upgraded emergency call system, helping firefighters get to scenes faster.
VIDEO: Saskatoon police welcome electronic-sniffing dog Taffy to ICE team
The canine has been trained to sniff out electronic devices by detecting a chemical compound commonly found in electronics like cell phones, USBs, hard drives, SD cards and laptops.
Saskatoon police want help to identify man found dead outside
The man's body was found in in the 100 block of 29th Street West in Caswell Hill on March 9 and he had no identification on him. Police said the man's death was not believed to be suspicious.
Offloaded provincial responsibilities in budget 'costing' Saskatoon: Mayor
Saskatoon Mayor Cynthia Block shared her thoughts on the 2026/27 Provincial Budget. While not all bad, she said more needs to be done for mental health and addictions, otherwise cities are left to pay the price.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Three councillors and reeve resign from RM of Sherwood
Without explanation, the reeve, division 2, 3, and 6 councillors resigned from the RM of Sherwood this week, leaving council without the quorum required to conduct business.
Wildfire money in Saskatchewan budget isn't enough: Candle Lake fire chief
Jim Arnold said he hoped to see more funding for prevention, education and equipment to help communities to fight flames and prevent fires from breaking out in the first place.
Regina to consider adding responsible pet ownership in review of animal bylaw
After complaints that a review of Regina's animal bylaw doesn't go far enough in the changes it recommends, a second phase of the review will broaden the scope to include prevention.
Regina's mayor pleased with revenue sharing but wants more flexibility
Reacting to the provincial budget, Regina mayor Chad Bachynski is pleased that the province's revenue sharing formula is continuing, without strings, when cities are challenged by limits on generating revenue.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, March 20
8:30 - We're taking a closer look at the Saskatchewan Government's budget and how it impacts you. Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, says the budget leaves students behind. She join...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, March 20
Changes to Calgary Stampede grounds could impact the Stampeders, a look at Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators, Scott Roblin has a local sports update, and Dave Naylor brings the latest NFL news.
SPORTS
SJHL commissioner Kyle McIntyre touts league parity ahead of playoff series openers
Playoffs are set to begin across the province for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League - in a year which Kyle McIntyre said has featured some of the tightest races he's seen as commissioner.
Regina Pat Canadians, Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors to battle for Sask. title
The Regina Pat Canadians and Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors will once again meet for the provincial crown. The two teams split their season series and were the top two squads during the regular season.
'Where I'm meant to be': Mike McEwen speaks on former team's split, joining Kleiter rink
Veteran curler Mike McEwen has joined the Rylan Kleiter rink. He spoke with The Green Zone about his uncertainty and optimism following his former teammates' decision to drop him as skip.
Top-seeded Huskies stunned by Saint Mary's in University Cup quarter-final loss
Fighting back to force overtime, the University of Saskatchewan Huskies men's hockey team has been eliminated from the University Cup in an upset loss to the Saint Mary's Huskies in quarter-final action.
CANADA & WORLD
Iran targets British-U.S. base, main nuclear enrichment site is struck again
Iran's attack on the air base - about 4,000 kilometres away - suggested Tehran has missiles that can go farther than previously acknowledged, or that it had used its space program for an improvised launch.
Feds to shed 12,000 full-time equivalent positions to cut costs
Among the expected job losses over the next three years are 1,793 positions at Public Services and Procurement Canada, 900 jobs at Statistics Canada and 942 at Health Canada.
Surprise and unease in Japan after Trump uses Pearl Harbor to defend Iran war
When asked why he didn't tell allies ahead of the U.S. attack on Iran, Trump cited Pearl Harbor, saying, 'Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor, OK?"
Canadian Armed Forces members leave Iraq with NATO allies amid Iran war
The Defence Department said that, based on numbers from March 5, the Canadian Armed Forces has roughly 200 personnel deployed across the Middle East. None had any involvement in the current war.
AGRICULTURE
Brother and sister named 2026 Saskatchewan's Outstanding Young Farmers
Siblings Jordan Lynch and Chansi Bourke bring a family farm feeling to Lynch Farm Partnership, which grows large green lentils, canola, durum, flax and some wheat on 15,000 acres near Osage.
Some Sask. farmers to get winter elk hunting permits next year to protect land
The province said producers with a history of large herds of elk damaging their crops will be able to apply for eight elk depredation permits for elk hunting on their land from January to March 2027.
Saskatchewan to support pulse protein centre in India
More than 80 per cent of all pulses exported from Canada to India are grown in Saskatchewan, providing healthy and high-protein food for hundreds of millions of people every day.
China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
The announcement comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney met earlier this year with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a visit that saw the leaders ink a deal on electric vehicles and canola.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
'I can do anything I want': Cole Blocka hopes to study at U of S
Since he was a little boy, Cole Blocka's parents taught him that he can do and be anything he wants in life. Even as he navigates hurdles in his pursuit of education, he is holding on to that belief.
Catching a leprechaun: Tips from kindergarten students at Prince Philip School
Some young Saskatoon students are building glittery, snack-filled leprechaun traps full of creativity, mischief and imagination this St. Patrick's Day. Will they catch one?
Passing the puck: Hockey hero Wickenheiser mentors young Sask. girl
This International Women's Month, Saskatchewan hockey legend, Hayley Wickenheiser, shared some hockey wisdom with 9-year-old Ella Kautzman of Warman, inspiring the next generation of female players.
Beyond the Paralympics: Inclusion on a Saskatchewan ski slope
While the Paralympics highlight elite athletes with disabilities, inclusion in sport starts right here at home. At Table Mountain, 11-year-old Jac Cashin is discovering the joy of skiing.
